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Why Fall Is the Right Time to Plan Your 2027 Custom Home

If you’re hoping to build in 2027, fall is one of the best times to move your project forward. Starting now gives you time to finalize design details, move into construction drawings, apply for building permits, and begin coordinating with your builder before the spring building season arrives. It may

Lakemont Landing Offers A Rare Opportunity for Lakefront Custom Homes on Seneca Lake

There are very few opportunities to build directly on the water in the Finger Lakes. Lakemont Landing is one of them. Set along the western shore of Seneca Lake, this limited collection of lakefront homesites offers a rare combination of open views, accessible shoreline, and a setting that feels both

How Custom Homes Are Evolving: International Builders’ Show 2026

In February, members of our team traveled to Orlando, Florida to attend the 2026 International Builders’ Show (IBS), one of the largest gatherings of builders, architects, and manufacturers in the country. Each year, IBS offers a clear look at where the industry is headed, from emerging building technologies to evolving

What to Do in Hancock, Deposit & East Branch When Visiting Beaver Mountain

Located in Deposit, NY in the western Catskills near Hancock and East Branch, Beaver Mountain sits in the heart of one of Upstate New York’s most scenic and sought-after regions. While your time at our Design Studio & Manufacturing Facility will likely be planned around your appointment with our team,

Why Square Footage Is a Misleading Way to Estimate Turnkey Costs

When clients begin planning a custom home, one of the first questions they often ask is, “What’s the cost per square foot?” It’s a logical question. Square footage feels measurable and comparable. Bigger house, higher cost. Smaller house, lower cost. In reality, cost per square foot is one of the

What Sets a Successful Custom Home Apart

When clients reach out to begin a custom home, the questions they’re asking are rarely about style. More often, they’re about risk—how to move forward with confidence, avoid costly surprises, and keep the process on track. Below are some of the most common questions we hear, along with how we

Energy Efficient Custom Homes Designed for Long-Term Performance

When clients begin planning a custom home, they often ask about style, layout, and finishes first. Those decisions matter. But increasingly, they also ask an important question: How efficient will this home be to live in long term? At Beaver Mountain, energy efficiency and sustainability are not upgrades or trends.

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