
Why the Builder You Choose in 2026 Is a Different Decision Than It Was Five Years Ago
By Caleb Tobin, Owner and President, Duet Build Caleb Tobin is the owner and president of Duet Build, part of the Duet family of firms

By Caleb Tobin, Owner and President, Duet Build Caleb Tobin is the owner and president of Duet Build, part of the Duet family of firms

There is a version of the architecture process most people have in their heads: a designer presents renderings, the client picks a direction, drawings happen

I get asked a version of the same question all the time, usually somewhere between a job site walkthrough and date night: how did you

Clients usually come to their first Forma meeting with a floor plan already in mind. Sometimes it’s something they sketched themselves. Sometimes it’s a layout

A well-designed home rarely happens by accident. The homes that feel calm, intentional, and easy to live in are usually the result of thoughtful decisions

The discussion around open floor plan vs traditional layout has moved beyond style. Today, it is a decision that shapes how a home works, how

Aging in place is often talked about in simple terms. People think about grab bars, wider doorways, or non-slip floors. These features matter, but they

Interior lighting design shapes how a home feels, functions, and supports daily life. While many people focus on finishes or furniture, lighting is what allows
"*" indicates required fields