Category: Home Design

Explore, Learn, Connect: Beaver Mountain’s Fall Open House

Nothing says “Hello, Fall!” like the annual Beaver Mountain Open House! This year, our event will take place at our Deposit, NY location on Saturday September 27th, 2025 from 9am to 3pm. Enjoy a gorgeous fall weekend in the Catskills and learn a bit about our design and manufacturing process.

What New York’s 2025 Energy Code Updates Mean for Your Custom Home

Big changes are coming to how homes are built in New York. Starting December 31, 2025, new residential construction across the state must meet stricter energy code requirements—including transitioning to all-electric systems for heating, cooling, water heating, and appliances. This shift is part of New York’s Climate Leadership and Community

Building a Custom Home on a Property You Love

It happens more often than you’d think. You’ve found the perfect piece of land—mature trees, rolling hills, maybe a lake or mountain view—but the house sitting on it just doesn’t fit your lifestyle, taste, or long-term needs. Maybe it’s outdated, poorly maintained, or simply not designed to make the most

Understanding Turnkey Pricing for Custom Homes

Beaver Mountain homes are custom-designed for your property and lifestyle. We don’t offer “kits” or standard plans/models. Instead, we create unique homes tailored to your vision, site, and preferences. The cost of our premium materials package is just one part of the equation. Turnkey pricing, which refers to the full

Secondary Spaces, Primary Value

A custom carriage house or accessory dwelling unit (ADU) offers more than just extra space. They can bring a story, a style, and a stunning new purpose to your property. Smart Spaces for Guests, Family & More Carriage houses get their name from days gone by when carriages and horses

Step-by-Step Guide to the Custom Home Building Process

When it comes to building a custom home, a well-structured schedule isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. With so many moving parts involved in design, permitting, material production, and construction, having a clear and realistic timeline helps everyone stay aligned and on track. A thoughtful schedule sets expectations, minimizes delays, and allows

Beaver Mountain’s Commitment to Sustainability and Eco-Friendly Homes

At Beaver Mountain, sustainability isn’t a trend—it’s a core value woven into every home we design and build. From thoughtful material sourcing to energy-efficient engineering, we believe your home should reflect not only your lifestyle, but also your values. Purposeful Design, Built to Last We design every home with longevity,

Custom Home Building in the Finger Lakes: Where Luxury Meets Nature

The Finger Lakes region of New York is a place where nature, culture, and craftsmanship come together. Known for its pristine lakes, world-class wineries, and charming towns, the area offers a lifestyle that blends luxury with simplicity. If you’re considering building a home here, a custom-built home in the Finger

Featured Home: Wayfarer Lodge

Our team recently had the pleasure of catching up with two Beaver Mountain clients who built the gorgeous Wayfarer Lodge back in 2014. Nestled amongst the Catskill Mountains, The Wayfarer Lodge takes our classic Lodge floor plan and gives it a modern twist. Owners Dean and John split their time

Timber Components for Contractors

When most people think of Beaver Mountain, they picture our custom-crafted, full-home projects, but did you know we also offer a wide selection of handcrafted timber components for builders? From exterior features like trusses, log corners, and siding to interior details such as accent beams, mantels, and custom staircases, our

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