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Healthy Home Building: What It Is—and What It Isn’t
When planning a custom home, most people focus on layout, finishes, and style. But one crucial element often overlooked is how healthy the home will be to live in. Just because a home is energy-efficient or “green” doesn’t mean it’s healthy for the people living inside it. In fact, some features used to meet LEED certification standards—which prioritize environmental sustainability—can introduce materials that may not be ideal for human health. So what exactly makes a home he
Nov 113 min read


Artisan Hood Design
Creating a rounded hood in plaster—like the one featured in this kitchen—is a true testament to craftsmanship. Unlike drywall or other...
Aug 71 min read


The Lost Art of Building an A-Frame
Once a popular choice for its simplicity, durability, and aesthetic charm, the A-frame cabin has fallen out of favor in mainstream...
Jul 302 min read


Rushing the Planning Stage of Home Building Can Cost You More Than Time
Building a custom home is one of the most significant investments you will make in your lifetime. While it's easy to get caught up in the...
Jun 32 min read


Step Inside Our Latest Spec Homes
At Serenity Homes, we take pride in crafting beautifully designed homes that offer both thoughtful function and timeless style. Our two...
Apr 231 min read


Why Professional Design Makes a Difference: Our Award Winning Spaces
We are thrilled to share some exciting news—our work has been recognized in this year’s DSM Magazine 's Home Awards! We were honored to...
Mar 52 min read


The Importance of a Skilled Home Builder: Why Experience in Multiple Trades Matters
Building a home from the ground up is a complex, multi-layered project that goes far beyond simply putting up walls and a roof. It...
Feb 53 min read


Houses that Became Homes 2024
Thank You for Trusting Us. We are deeply grateful for the trust you’ve placed in us to build your homes. It’s an honor to help transform...
Jan 111 min read


DSM Magazine Home Awards Finalist
We are excited to announce that we have been chosen as one the DSM Magazine Home Award Finalists! It is a true honor to be recognized...
Dec 12, 20241 min read


A Guide to Hiring a Home Builder: What You Need to Know
Building a new home is an exciting journey, but hiring the right builder can be one of the most critical decisions you'll make along the...
Nov 6, 20244 min read


Leaders in Home Building
Article from Welcome Home Magazine Des Moines Designing and Building Homes With the Utmost Care. There’s a reason why people want to...
Sep 9, 20242 min read


2024 People's Choice Best Home Builder
We are excited to announce that we won an award in the Des Moines Radio Group's People's Choice 'Best Builder' category again this year!...
Sep 9, 20241 min read


Exploring the Costs of Building Your Dream Home
Are you considering the prospect of building a new home? Contrary to common belief, constructing a house from scratch can often be...
Apr 14, 20241 min read


New Construction Offers a Solution to Low Inventory
Nationally and locally, the market is seeing a shortage of available homes for purchase. New construction may offer a solution to those...
Mar 19, 20242 min read


Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing or Designing a Floor Plan
Choosing the right floor plan for your new home involves more than just picking out carpet colors or wall paint. While these details seem...
Mar 3, 20242 min read


Houses that Became Homes in 2023
As we close out homebuilding in 2023, we reflect on the myriad of projects we've undertaken. The projects and people have filled us with...
Jan 19, 20241 min read


What Floor Plans Do You Have?
We often get asked for a list of our stock floor plans. While we have a number plans to choose from, most of our clients choose to draw...
Aug 18, 20232 min read


People's Choice Award: Best Home Builder, 2023
We are excited to announce that we won an award in the Des Moines Radio Group's People's Choice 'Best Builder' category again this year!...
May 24, 20231 min read


Home Building: How to Get Started
We try to prepare homeowners for a realistic timeline of home building by explaining the process in detail.
May 6, 20231 min read


Details are Important to Us
Adding character and charm is something we try to accomplish in every house we build. Adding those special touches to your home can truly...
Aug 17, 20222 min read
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