Bielinski Home Builder Blog

In this home building blog, read advice from Bielinski Homes experts on home building basics, home design, interior design, green living, entertaining in your new home, and more. Explore our many home builder blog topics and learn about ways to make your new home truly yours.

2022 Interior Home Trends to Keep an Eye On

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.

2022 Exterior Home Trends to Keep an Eye On

Design is a pendulum. Styles come and go. Things become popular, evolve, folks get sick of it, and they disappear, only to reappear in some way in the future. In exterior home design this year, we’re going to be seeing a lot of evolution, though not much outright change. So let’s take a look back at last year’s trends to see how they’ve changed over the course of a long (or was it really short?) year.

Our Most Popular Floor Plan

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.

All About the 2022 Color of the Year

It’s become an annual tradition for us to check out the color of the year and give you our thoughts on the choice and how it can be used in your home. This year’s choice by Sherwin Williams is Evergreen Fog, a light, neutral green that continues the trend of serenity through design.

What is Engineered Wood?

Wood. It seems simple enough. But what if I told you that much of the lumber we’re using to build homes, including trusses, I-joists and OSB sheathing, is stronger, greener, and more reliable than traditional lumber? Here’s all you need to know about engineered wood products.

Three Thoughts on Fireplaces

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.

How to Make the Most of Your Storage

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. 

How to Start Winter in Style

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.

3 Home Design Choices for Entertaining

When you’re entertaining, you already have enough on your plate without your home working against you. Bielinski homes are designed to make your life easier every day, including days when you’re playing host. Here are three ways how.