Blueprints Blog

March 5, 2012

Countertop Materials: Which Type is for You?

One of the most contemplating decisions in interior design resides in choosing a countertop. The decision may appear relatively simple, but the extreme variety of prices, surfaces, and options within each countertop style may surprise you. Consider your budget along with the atmosphere you are trying to create in your kitchen. Also, look for functionality, feel, and design. Here is a brief summary that might help you cut through the clutter involved with looking for a new countertop.... Read More »

February 24, 2012

2 Energy Efficient Home Upgrades

At Cypress Homes we are dedicated to building the most comfortable, safe, durable, and efficient homes for our customers. That it is why it is crucial that we stay up to date with latest and greatest home features. Here are 2 new features that add to your home’s comfort, safety, longevity, and efficiency.... Read More »

February 21, 2012

WINTER WONDERLAND OF HOMES 2012

Did you take some time out of your weekend to check out this year’s Winter Wonderland of Homes? Don’t worry if you missed out on this opportunity, because you still have time. You can check out many of the area’s newest homes this weekend as well. In fact, the 2012 VHBA Winter Wonderland of Homes is open this Thursday and Friday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (February 23-26).... Read More »

February 11, 2012

New Building Trends

At Cypress Homes, we pride ourselves on staying up to date with the latest and greatest building trends. In fact, we just learned tons of new ideas at the International Builder’s Show in Orlando, Florida. We can’t wait to bring this learning experience back to Wisconsin and improve our services in 2012! Here are a few building trends that really set new homes apart.... Read More »

February 8, 2012

Unique Space Savers

One of the biggest new home building trends involves efficiently maximizing space. Our lifestyles are changing so new homes are adapting to meet our needs. For example, many new homes are cutting back on dining room space, opening kitchens up to living rooms, and utilizing finished basements. These new trends maximize space in the house as a whole, but there are many smaller measures that help to save space.... Read More »

February 3, 2012

Make a Statement With Your Front Door

A durable and creative front door can make a statement for your home. Front doors must be sturdy enough to withstand the elements and attractive enough to make a good first impression. At Cypress Homes, we are aware that the design of the front door is quite rapidly becoming just as important as the functionality. We are happy to meet both needs. Here are a few examples.... Read More »

January 31, 2012

Add Flare to Your Kitchen with a Backsplash

Backsplashes have always done a great job of protecting the wall behind your counters but they are now becoming a popular trend to add a little flare to your kitchen. At Cypress Homes, we are building custom backsplashes into many new homes to give each kitchen a creative and unique feeling. Here are some pictures of our backsplashes as well as some information if you are considering adding or remodeling a backsplash in your kitchen.... Read More »

January 27, 2012

Go Green in Your Home

At Cypress Homes, we are all about “going green.” In fact, all of our homes our built through the “Focus on Energy New Homes” program to guarantee comfortable, safe, durable, and energy efficient homes. Our new homes are extremely green and efficient, but building a “green” home is only half the battle; there are thousands of additional measures you can take to make your home greener! Here are a few ideas to consider:... Read More »

January 24, 2012

3 New Kitchen Features

Feeling a little crowded in your kitchen? We at Cypress Homes know many new homeowners are extremely excited about their new kitchens. We also know that many people are not happy with their current space. New kitchens are being designed with features that allow you to do so much more. Here are a few things you might be missing in your kitchen:... Read More »

January 20, 2012

New Fireplace Features

Many new homes today are being built with a warm and welcoming theme. Fittingly, fireplaces are one of the best ways to give a home that “warm” feeling. Fireplaces are often a focal point of the home as many people are designing their living room or even their entire house around the fireplace. Here are some of the designs and features you will find on new fireplaces.... Read More »

Greg Drusch