2025 Home Additions Trends & Cost Guide
Welcome to the Future of Home Additions Thinking about adding a home office, a sunroom, or expanding your master suite? This guide explores the most sought-after trends, innovative design ideas,
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At Jackson Carter Design Build, we specialize in custom home building in Chicago, transforming unused basements into functional and stylish spaces. As trusted custom home buidling providers in Chicago, we deliver family rooms, offices, guest suites, and more, built to last with expert design, craftsmanship, and comfort.
Our custom home budilding services in Chicago are tailored to your lifestyle and needs. We handle every detail with precision, from layout to finishes. With years of experience as leading custom home contractors in Chicago, we create spaces that add value, comfort, and long-term durability to your home.
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Every home has untapped potential, and with the right approach, it can become one of the most valuable spaces in your home. At Jackson Carter Design Build, we provide comprehensive Custom Home solutions in Chicago that cover every stage of the process, from planning and design to construction and compliance. Our goal is to transform unused or outdated basements into functional, comfortable, and beautifully finished areas that enhance your lifestyle.
Whether you want a contemporary, traditional, or transitional home, we design a space that suits your style and preferences.
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Jackson Carter is a design-build company motivated by our customers’ needs. As such, we manage the entire building process in-house. From the initial design consultation to constructing your new space, we are there every step of the way.
Our team documents your project through visualization, 3D captures at significant phases, and weekly production meetings with every client. Working with us means you will get a team that has each step masterfully planned out, allowing you to relax and enjoy the journey.
Get in touch with our team and set up a complimentary initial consultation. We’ll discuss your project specifics, needs, and desires to get a clear start
Once we understand your vision, we’ll establish and share the design fee to initiate the design process, including conceptual plans and quotes.
After completing the design and contract, our team will work with you to make material selections and provide a project planner.
Watch your vision take shape! Track progress through our client portal, attend weekly team meetings, and enjoy a smooth handover upon completion. Our team handles every aspect of the construction process.
Every client is connected to their project and team through our live portal where clients can see project schedules, receive notifications of schedule modifications, daily update reports, project financials, and photo/document hosting.
At Jackson Carter, our commitment is to deliver top-notch, cost-effective custom homes and renovations that align with your budget and vision. We pride ourselves on our core values of honesty, transparency, and collaboration, which are evident in every project we undertake. As a full-service custom home builder and home remodeling company, we focus on a variety of design-build services to bring your dreams to life including:
Building an energy-efficient custom home is a smart investment that saves money on utilities and contributes to a sustainable future. We specialize in eco-friendly home building, using green building materials, energy-saving technologies, and sustainable design strategies.
For homeowners seeking the ultimate in luxury, our custom home building services include premium features and finishes to create a sophisticated living space. From grand entrances to state-of-the-art kitchens and spa-inspired bathrooms, we can incorporate the finest details into your dream home.
Our modern custom home building services focus on sleek, minimalist designs that offer both functionality and aesthetic appeal. Whether you prefer a mid-century modern design or a contemporary style with clean lines and open spaces, we deliver homes that feature cutting-edge materials and innovative layouts.
We understand that your home needs to adapt to your family’s changing needs. Our custom homes for growing families are designed with features like flexible spaces, multi-functional rooms, and child-friendly amenities, ensuring your home is both practical and beautiful.
Already have the perfect plot of land? We specialize in building custom homes on your lot, ensuring the design and construction of your home harmonize with the land’s unique characteristics, such as terrain, views, and sunlight. From site preparation to the final build, we take care of every step to create your dream home.
For environmentally conscious homeowners, we offer sustainable custom home building services. Our green building practices focus on energy efficiency, water conservation, and the use of eco-friendly materials to reduce your home’s environmental impact while creating a healthier living space.
We understand that building a custom home is a major investment and a deeply personal experience. That’s why we guide you through every step of the custom home building process, ensuring that your vision is realized with precision and care. From the initial design consultation to the final walkthrough, we prioritize communication, quality, and customer satisfaction.
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Welcome to the Future of Home Additions Thinking about adding a home office, a sunroom, or expanding your master suite? This guide explores the most sought-after trends, innovative design ideas,
Reimagine Your Kitchen for 2025 The kitchen is more than just a cooking space—it’s the heart of the home. Whether you envision a modern chef’s kitchen, a smart-tech upgrade, or
Not every bathroom renovation involves a sprawling master suite. If you’re working with a compact space, smart design choices can make your bathroom feel bigger, more luxurious, and highly functional.
Jackson Carter Design Build proudly serves Northern Illinois and Central Ohio for custom-home builders, kitchen remodeling, home additions, and design-build remodeling services.
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Kitchen remodels can be thrilling, but they often come with hidden challenges that derail timelines and budgets. One of the biggest hurdles homeowners face is navigating permits properly. Overlooking or mishandling permits can result in delays, fines, or safety issues that linger long after the remodel is complete. The amount homeowners are spending on a kitchen renovation continues to grow,
Basement remodeling has grown into a major part of the home improvement market, making up about 10% of the overall remodeling sector. That means more homeowners are investing in transforming unused square footage into functional living spaces, like home offices, gyms, guest suites, or entertainment rooms. With this growing demand, municipalities like Northbrook are paying closer attention to permit requirements
If you’re planning a remodel in Evanston, timing matters just as much as design. The truth is, today’s homeowners are dreaming big. 93% are embracing high-end design trends to upgrade their homes. Those upgrades often come with structural changes, new plumbing layouts, or custom features that require lengthy permits. They may not feel as exciting as choosing tile or lighting,
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