By Tracy Broeckel, Design Studio Manager
Hardware is the jewelry of every room in your home. Including the kitchen. Which means accessories can make or break a look. So, consider all the details that go into designing your perfect room — even your kitchen sink’s faucet.
Home office spaces are no longer an afterthought. They’re not just a spare bedroom with a desk shoved in it. Home office spaces have become part of the floor plan. And with the added touch of purposefulness, it’s important you tailor your home office to your needs.
By Paul Bielinski, CEO & VP
You may not give much thought to your bathrooms. But you should. The primary bathroom is a sanctuary — an oasis where you can focus on “me time.” So, why not make the most out of the primary bath by luxurizing it?
By Mandy Urban, Design Studio Manager
As always, design trends are changing. And like a lot of you, we’re constantly looking to improve our scenery. It’s important to declutter while keeping your home feeling like … well, home. Organic Modern is the solution.
By Mandy Urban, Design Studio Manager
The start of a new year is a perfect time to sit down and take a look at where we were and where we’re headed. And though many of the trends of 2021 will continue to remain as topical as ever in 2022, there are a few new looks starting to bloom. Here’s a glance at three styles that will be big this year.
By Paul Bielinski, CEO & VP
To build or not to build, that is the question. And we’ve got the answer.
By Paul Bielinski, CEO & VP
Our most popular floor plan has gone by many different names over the years: The Shorewood, The Sagamore, The Clemont, and now, The Sophia. There have been improvements made and features added along the way, but it’s always been the same fundamental layout. Here’s why The Sophia is such a hit, how it has influenced our building practices, and a glimpse into what’s next.
By Mandy Urban, Design Studio Manager
With the mercury falling fast and the holidays upon us, there’s no better place to warm up than by the fireplace. So we felt it was the perfect time to talk about them! Sit back, and enjoy these thoughts on choosing the right fireplace, incorporating the latest trends, and styling it to perfection.
By Paul Bielinski, CEO & VP
Storage is about having the space and using it effectively. And if your home wasn’t built with storage in mind, then storage frustrations might be in your future. Here’s how we think about storage while designing our homes.
By Rebecca Brown, Interior Design Manager
Seasonal change calls for an update to your interior design style. But there’s no reason it has to be a big deal. Here are three easy ways to embrace the weather and style for winter.
By Rebecca Brown, Interior Design Manager
Overhead lighting isn’t the foundation of your interior design style, but don’t ignore how important it can be in making your look come together. In this blog, I’ll walk you through how Bielinski makes choosing your lighting fixtures as easy (or as complicated) as you want, some simple things to remember when choosing a style, and other trends to watch.
By Paul Bielinski, CEO & VP
The lower level might not be the first thing on your mind when you start planning your future home, but a finished basement shouldn’t just be an afterthought. Here are two things to consider about basements when building a home.
By Rebecca Brown, Interior Design Manager
The modern sliding barn door has become a popular addition to the interior of new homes everywhere. Just look at our entry into the 2021 Parade of Homes. But what about this look made it take off? Here are three reasons why the modern barn door became popular.
By Rebecca Brown, Interior Design Manager
When I begin to select products in a home, I take a lot of inspiration from the exterior design. Certain looks just work with certain home styles. In this series of blogs, I’ll be explaining how I would go about product selection for different styles of homes. This month we’re going to focus on the Modern Prairie.
By Rebecca Wardon, Interior Design Manager
The world has gone digital and at Bielinski, the design process has too. Our Online Design Studio is the only one like it around and can help you not only design the exact home you want, but stay within your budget while doing it.
By Paul Bielinski, CEO & VP
Whether you’re an amateur home cook or a certified gourmet, your kitchen is the heart of your home. So if you have the opportunity to make your kitchen better, you better make the most of it. Here are three important things to remember when designing your kitchen.
By Paul Bielinski, CEO & VP
The master bathroom is one of the most important spaces in your home. It’s the first room you walk into to start your day, and the last room you walk out of when it’s time for bed. And it deserves some love. Here are some of the master bathroom trends that we’re seeing in 2021.
By Paul Bielinski, CEO & VP
The Parade of Homes is back! With last year’s in-person event having been cancelled (and even though that didn’t stop us from building something special), we knew we had to go all out for the big return. Now, we don’t want to give too much away, but here’s a little teaser of what you can expect from our entry into the Parade of Homes 2021.
By Paul Bielinski, CEO & VP
Your home should be your place of zen. But sometimes choices made when building can lead to headaches in the future. Here are some design tips to make sure your home is always a place of comfort and relaxation.
by Rebecca Wardon, Interior Design Manager
When I begin to select products in a home, I take a lot of inspiration from the exterior design. Certain looks just work with certain home styles. In this series of blogs, I’ll be explaining how I would go about product selection for different styles of homes. This time we’re going to focus on the Modern Farmhouse.
By Rebecca Wardon, Interior Design Manager
You’ve picked your plan. You’ve found your lot. You’re ready to build. It’s time to get with the experts in the Bielinski Design Studio and bring your vision to life. It’s one of the most exciting parts of the building process, but it can be overwhelming to some. Here are some tips to help you prepare for your Design Studio meeting.
By Rebecca Wardon, Interior Design Manager
You only get one chance to make a first impression. So make it a good one with some seasonal styling for your front porch. Here is some inspiration to bring summer to the entrance of your home.
By Paul Bielinski, CEO & VP
In the always-on world, it’s important that you’ve got the juice to get through the day. But this small upgrade to your home can make it way easier to stay connected and productive at home. Here’s how USB outlets can help.
By Rebecca Wardon, Interior Design Manager
When I begin to select products in a home, I take a lot of inspiration from the exterior design. Certain looks just work with certain home styles. In this series of blogs, I’ll be explaining how I would go about product selection for different styles of homes, starting with Transitional.
By Paul Bielinski, CEO & VP
After a cold winter of isolation, virtual schooling, and working remotely, we’ve all grown much more intimate with every single inch of our homes. But as spring arrives and the weather changes, a whole new world opens up to us again: outside. Here are some benefits of having an outdoor living space, as well as the ways Bielinski plans are designed to make the most of your outdoor space.
By Rebecca Wardon, Interior Design Manager
The powder room has gotten the short end of the stick for too long. Often overlooked, forgotten, or even hidden. Well, I say no more. Powder rooms are having a moment, here’s why.
By Rebecca Wardon, Interior Design Manager
It’s no secret that colored cabinets are very much in. If you’ve read any of our previous blogs, you’ll know that we’re very much on board. (And if you haven’t read any of our previous blogs, what are you waiting for?) Here are some pointers on how to get the most out of this trend.
By Paul Bielinski, CEO & VP
Last year we celebrated our 60th anniversary, and this year we’re celebrating a new milestone: 12,000 homes built. That’s the most homes built by a single builder under the same ownership in the state. And it’s something we’re very proud of. Here’s how it happened and what it means to us.
By Rebecca Wardon, Interior Design Manager
When building a home, the toughest decisions can be right under your nose… or your feet, rather. We’re talking about flooring. Do you go with hardwood? Luxury vinyl plank? Carpet? Tile? We’re here to help. Here’s what you need to know about flooring.
By Rebecca Wardon, Interior Design Manager
Last month we discussed new exterior home design trends for 2021. This month we’re bringing it inside. Here are some of the colors, materials, and styles that are trending this year in interior design.
By Paul Bielinski, CEO & VP
Smart home technology is anything but a flash in the pan, and it’s only getting smarter. Here’s how we incorporate smart home tech into new Bielinski homes in order to make your life easier, safer, and greener.
By Paul Bielinski, CEO & VP
In 2020, we celebrated our 60th year in business, and as the year comes to an end we’re all feeling a little nostalgic for everything that got us to where we are, we’re optimistic about what’s to come. Let’s take a look at the past 60 years of Bielinski Homes.
By Rebecca Wardon, Interior Design Manager
As the year is coming to a close, let’s look at some of the trends that are on the horizon.
By Rebecca Wardon, Interior Design Manager
Gold has always held an allure that sets it apart, especially in home design. But a little gold can go a long way. Here are 3 tips that can help you strike it rich with a healthy balance and bring gold into your style.
By Rebecca Wardon, Interior Design Manager
Seasons change and so do seasonal styles. Here are some quick tips on easily updating the look of your home to match the look outside.
By Paul Bielinski, CEO & VP
The days of the formal dining room are over. And, to be fair, it’s typically a room that only gets used once or twice a year. But what’s taking its place? Read on to learn why the dining room is disappearing and some ways that new home design is dealing with it.
By Paul Bielinski, CEO & VP
As design trends evolve and family lifestyles change, we look forward to showing you cutting-edge home designs. Our flagship model home in Franklin exemplifies how Bielinski homes are built with our customers in mind while staying on-trend with design. Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at how we went about planning our latest model home.
By Jordan Allen, Bielinski Homes customer
We’ve been using luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring in our homes for a while now, and our customers are loving it. In fact, we recently had a conversation with a customer who chose LVP in their new Bielinski Home about their experience so far. Here’s what Jordan had to say.
By Rebecca Wardon, Interior Design Manager
Looking around your home and seeing that you’re needing some new décor? You can make it yourself. I want to share some easy do it yourself ideas that you can do at home.
By Paul Bielinski, CEO & VP
Now more than ever, people are invested in a comfortable place where they can work from home, whether it’s a desk in the spare bedroom, a converted dining room, or a dedicated home office. Here are some of the ways a Bielinski Homes floor plan makes working from home easier.
By Rebecca Wardon, Interior Design Manager
Home design trends can come and go. We’re here to help you decide what’s a flash in the pan and what’s here to stay. Last month we talked about trends in exterior home design. This month we’re going to talk about trends in interior home design.
By Paul Bielinski, CEO & VP
You can never make a second first impression, and the exterior is how the eyes of the world first see your home. It’s important to make the right choice when it comes to exterior home styling, and we’re here to help.
By Rebecca Wardon, Interior Design Manager
Can you picture your next home in your mind? Well, now you can do it online, too. We are rolling out a new online room visualizer to help you preview all those design details you usually could only see in the Bielinski Design Studio. Here’s what this new technology means for you.
By Rebecca Wardon, Interior Design Manager
With every new year comes a new color of the year. Let’s take a look at some of the major paint suppliers’ color choices and talk about how you can best use these hues.
By Rebecca Wardon, Interior Design Manager
At the Bielinski Design Studio, you can come meet design experts (like me!) and see product and design choices for your new home in person. Now we’re taking it online. Introducing the Digital Design Studio, where customers are able to view different product selections online. “How is this a game-changer?” you might ask. Here’s how.
By Rebecca Wardon, Interior Design Manager
The holidays are right around the corner and we are already feeling jolly. But sometimes decorating can feel more like a chore than a celebration. Here are some simple tips for holiday decorating for a headache-free holiday season.
By Rebecca Wardon, Interior Design Manager
In January we shared some trends that we thought would show up in 2019 Let’s look back and see which ones made it big, which ones have evolved, and which ones are on the rise.
By Rebecca Wardon
It’s finally feeling like spring. Do you ever wish you could take those good vibes and bring them inside? Well, here’s how you can.
By Paul Bielinski
One of the many things that sets Bielinski Homes apart from the competition is our homemade floor plans. But what exactly does that mean for you? We’ll be checking out how we make our homemade floor plans in this Floor Plan Friday blog series, but first, let’s learn a little more about the basics.
By Rebecca Wardon
Your kids’ rooms can go through styles faster than your kid goes through shoes. When it comes to extending the life of a kid’s room, there are two rules you have to follow.
By Paul Bielinski, CEO & VP
Your primary bathroom is the most important room to invest in, outside of the kitchen. A modern primary bathroom will improve your home’s resale value. Here are some great options if you’re looking to add a little luxury to your bathroom.
By Ann Bielinski
New Year means new trends. We took a look at different “colors of the year,” and picked some of our own. Here’s your palette inspiration for 2019.
By Rebecca Wardon
As we enter a new year let’s take a look at some new trends. Get inspired by these 2019 looks.
By Paul Bielinski
I’m building a new Bielinski home! And if that isn’t exciting enough, you all get to follow along. In this five-part series I’ll share what that process looks like. This month we’re on to construction!
By Paul Bielinski
A great basement has a lot of potential, so here are some ideas of how you can make the most of it.
By Rebecca Wardon
Building and designing a new home can seem like tough decision after tough decision after tough decision. As a design expert, here are three ways I help our customers maneuver through the sea of choices.
Check out what our very own design expert, Rebecca Wardon, has to say about seasonal style and decorating for fall.
By Rebecca Wardon
Sometimes it’s better to stop thinking about the specifics, and instead think about how you want your home to feel.
By Paul Bielinski
I’m building a new Bielinski home! And if that isn’t exciting enough, you all get to follow along. In this four-part series I’ll share what that process looks like. This month we’re talking about style.
By Paul Bielinski, CEO & VP
Is your home feeling a little too big for your lifestyle? Don’t think of it as downsizing, think of it as right-sizing. Here are some questions you can ask yourself to make sure right-sizing is the way to go.
It’s a new month, and that means a new home inspo blog! We’re back with Bielinski Homes designer Rebecca Wardon, and she’s filling us in on the darker side of style: matte black.
By Paul Bielinski
No matter the season, as long as the planet you live on is literally made of dirt, a mud room will always be a great addition to your home. Here are some ideas for making the most of this space.
By Rebecca Wardon
There’s nothing more exciting than a bare wall. It’s a fresh start. It’s a blank canvas. It can be turned into something beautiful. But where to start?
By Paul Bielinski
Here are some common homebuilding questions we get from pet owners.
Dread cleaning? Make it easier by staying organized all year long. Here are four home organization hacks.
Is there anything more luxurious than a beautiful master bathroom? Here are some helpful tips for making the most out of yours.
How much do you love your animals? Enough to give them a whole area to themselves? What if we told you that’s not as crazy as it might seem? Here are five tips for giving your pets a place all their own.
The trend you should be keeping an eye on.
Here are three easy ways to refresh your style this spring.
For this month's home inspiration, we talked to Bielinski Homes Interior Design Consultant Rebecca Wardon about what trends to look out for in March. What trend should we be keeping an eye on this month?
After reading this blog, creating the perfect guest room will be easy. Finding the perfect guest? Not so much.
These boots are made for walking. And that’s just what they’ll do. But one of these days these boots are going to track snow and salt into your home and ruin your hardwood floors and carpets.
It’s February and we’re looking at paint. Here are three easy and inexpensive trends we’re into this month.
Ah, to be a kid. Legos. Action figures. Dollhouses. Is there anything better than playtime? Here are four tips about creating the perfect playroom.
What’s scarier than being a new homeowner? How about being a new parent? Start preparing your new home for your newborn with these easy tips.
Have you been staring at paint chips for weeks and still can’t tell the difference between Desert Taupe and Taupe Gray? Choosing an interior color scheme is tough. We’re here to make it easier.
Wouldn’t it be great if taking a mini-vacation was as easy as walking down the hallway? Here are three of our favorite suggestions to make relaxation just a room away.
Today we’re celebrating all things small and furry! If you think having pets means making sacrifices in design and cleanliness, think again. Here are some tips to make your home perfect for you and your hairy cohorts.
From holidays to birthday parties to regular old family dinners, it all starts in the kitchen. Give some love back to the hardest working room in the home with these simple tips.
Even in homes with ample storage it can seem like there’s nowhere to put anything. We’re here to remind you that it’s not always about the amount of space, but how you use it.
Is your favorite party the one you don’t have to host? The pressure and stress of cooking, cleaning, and decorating can suck the enjoyment right out of planning a soiree. Here are some tips to minimize stress and maximize fun, for you and your guests.