Guides

As you begin your home-building or real estate journey, there are likely hundreds of different numbers running through your head. Your mind may feel like a looping reel of costs, budgets, measurements, and formulas. It can feel overwhelming, but it helps to know what numbers to prioritize first. One of the first things you should learn when starting your build is how to calculate the square footage of a house.

In the past, our selection of digital cabin plans went by various names. While these monikers served us well, we realized that to truly encapsulate the heart of these plans and our customers, a unified, more encompassing name was needed. Thus, BuiltBy You was born.

More and more homebuyers and renters are seeking out the benefits that come with modern homes, including open space, natural and sustainable materials, and minimalist interior design. In this article, we will dive into the history behind modern architecture, the benefits of choosing a modern home, and why it may be the right choice for you.

DEN homes reflect the perfect blend of innovative design and the natural world. Every decision, from design plans to material selection, reflects our commitment to this fusion. Every material we specify for a DEN build is meticulously chosen, and expands beyond aesthetics or trends. The specified materials represent quality, sustainability, and functionality. 

Explore DEN's unmatched approach to home design, where modern aesthetics meets nature. Learn why homebuyers are choosing DEN's unique blend of natural modernism, and how DEN is bringing natural modernism to Austin, TX through the launch of BuiltBy DEN ATX.

We are excited to announce the launch of BuiltBy DEN Austin, a streamlined homebuilding service managed entirely by DEN. This is a significant milestone as it marks the expansion of BuiltBy DEN beyond the Hudson Valley to meet the distinctive housing needs of the Austin region.

One of the first things you will want to decide on when starting your DEN build is the brand of windows and doors to use in your house. Here, we break down some common questions surrounding the selection of windows and doors for custom-build homes and give you an overview of one of DEN’s preferred brands, Marvin.

DEN partner and general contractor, Jeremy Mayr's long construction and design career spans many states and projects, but all roads have led him back to his home in the Hudson Valley. We recently sat down with Jeremy to hear more about his story, his career, and his partnership with DEN.

Overlooking the scenic Tennessee Sequatchie Valley sits Major Parkhurst’s A-Frame home. DEN sat down with Major to gain more insight into the process of his build, and what inspired him to get started.

We're inviting you to the design table with DEN WIP. The design team at DEN has been working hard on new designs this season, only this time — we'r...

Should you build a new home or buy an existing house? Is one really better than the other? And what are some pros and cons of each? We asked the experts to weigh in on this heavyweight topic to help you make the best choice.