
Why Material Selection Matters in Modern Homes
The materials you choose for your home impact more than just aesthetics—they affect durability, energy efficiency, and maintenance. Discover why selecting the right materials (and ensuring proper installation) is essential for a modern, sustainable, and long-lasting home.

Choosing the Right Floor Plan for Your Lifestyle
A well-designed floor plan is more than just rooms on a blueprint—it’s the foundation of how you live every day. From optimizing space efficiency to planning for the future, this guide walks you through choosing a home layout that enhances your lifestyle.

Custom vs. Pre-Designed Homes: Which One is Right for You?
Choosing between a custom home and a pre-designed floor plan can be overwhelming. While stock plans may seem like a quick fix, they often lead to unexpected costs and compromises. In this post, we break down the differences, hidden challenges, and long-term benefits of going fully custom—ensuring your home is built for you, not the other way around.

Why We Only Design Modern Houses: A Personal Journey in Architecture
Modern architecture isn’t just a style—it’s a philosophy, a way of life, and a vision for the future. From my early years growing up in an architect’s home to my travels across Venezuela, Costa Rica, San Francisco, and Guatemala, my love for modern design has been shaped by experience. Now, in North Carolina, I’m committed to breaking the mold and bringing contemporary homes to a region dominated by tradition. Learn why Modus Design Build is redefining home design and embracing the future of architecture.

What is a Design-Build Firm? (And Why It’s the Smartest Choice for Your Project)
Discover why homeowners are switching to the design-build method for faster timelines, cost savings, and seamless project execution. Learn how this modern approach to home construction works.