Celebrating the Legacy of Women Builders: Three Generations of Excellence In honor of National Women’s Day, we want to shine a spotlight on the incredible contributions of women in the construction industry, particularly within our custom home building company. At Murphy’s Custom Homes, we are proud to celebrate our team that includes talented and dedicated women builders. This National Women’s Day, we celebrate the strength, creativity, and resilience of the women who have played a pivotal role in shaping the homes and communities we build. Building a Legacy Our journey begins with the matria ..read more

Colorado Custom Home Design Trends 2024 As we step into the exciting realm of Colorado custom home design in 2024, we are thrilled to share the latest trends and insights that are shaping the dreams of families across the beautiful state of Colorado. Our commitment to craftsmanship, personalization, and superior service sets us apart in creating homes that reflect your unique lifestyle. Join us as we explore the key trends for 2024 and what custom home owners are prioritizing in their quest for the perfect Colorado abode. Sustainable Living In 2024, the focus on sustainability has evolved fro ..read more

Everyone is familiar with the classic Lazy Susan cabinet feature in many kitchens today! This one little cabinet has been adding storage enhancement and functionality to kitchens for generations –  these designs truly leave something to be desired! Depending on the year of the home, the style of this cabinet will vary from a diagonal corner cabinet to an accordion door or even a mini pantry style door. All of which, though functional, are sadly an outdated look.  Even though these cabinets have failed to keep up with innovation of modern kitchen designs with their beautiful clean lin ..read more

Douglas County is a fine place to live and build a home. With one of the highest median incomes in the country, Douglas County is a place where established families can go to live the fine life. Located in between Colorado Springs and Denver, Douglas has a lot to offer for those who are looking for homes in the area or a good plot to build their own. At Murphy’s Custom Homes in Colorado Springs, we have building plots all over Douglas County. Murphy’s Custom Homes is one of the premiere home builders in Colorado Springs and the surrounding area. With over 35 years of experience in building and ..read more

El Paso County is one of the most historic counties in Colorado, and it has a number of great features to offer its residents —  mainly ample activities, amenities, and attractions within driving distance. It’s a great place to build a home for anyone who loves sports, music, and nature. If you’re thinking about building a home in Colorado Springs or the El Paso County area, then you can’t go wrong with a custom built house in an area that has everything.  At Murphy Custom Homes, we’ve been building homes in the El Paso and Colorado Springs area for more than 35 years, and we know wh ..read more

If you’re thinking about moving to Colorado, then you may have heard about Colorado Springs as one of the best places to live in Colorado, and it is! At Murphy’s Custom Homes, we’ve been building homes in the area for upwards of 30 years now, and we only get better with every new build and custom home. We have some of the best lots available, all around the Colorado Springs area, and we’d be happy to help you find the perfect spot. However, we may be getting ahead of ourselves. You still have to decide if you want to live here, but we think that may be a pretty easy call once you see everythin ..read more

It’s inspiring, the idea of living in a home that is custom built to your every need as well as your unique personality, providing all the comforts you’ve come to cherish in your everyday life. However, after that idea hits, if you have the resources, and your motivation really hits, then you’ll likely have a rush of questions about how to build your own house. At Murphy’s Custom Homes in Colorado Springs, we’re here to help you answer them. Building a custom home is a process — one you may not want to even undergo — but first you need to answer a few basic questions. Owning a home is a huge i ..read more

Some home renovations go a long way towards making your home more comfortable, and if you’re ever going to build your own custom home, then you might as well have all the luxuries you’ve ever wanted. All those little quirks and design ideas that have come to mind as you’ve grown up — now’s your chance to make them real. At Murphy’s Custom Homes in Colorado Springs, we’ve been helping homeowners make those dream houses a reality, and we’ve seen a lot of good ideas that make houses into homes. When it comes to making your home comfortable, the winter months are where your renovations are going t ..read more

Building a custom home is an incredibly exciting process, however, paying for the construction isn’t as exciting or fun as watching your home come together. When you initially begin planning your custom home, it is essential that you build out a budget so that you know what you can and cannot afford. There are many avenues you can choose from to ease the burden of paying for your custom home, and many homeowners choose to go with construction loans. Let’s take a look at construction loans and what you can expect from them. If you need more information, do not hesitate to contact our custom hom ..read more

If you are seriously thinking about building a custom home, then you have probably thought of this question: “Should I hire an architect or a builder first?” These are the two biggest players in the custom home building process, and both are equally important to the success of the project. You may find mixed opinions about who you should hire first, but honestly, you can pick either one first. What matters most is that you bring both of them on board at the start of the architectural design process. No matter which professional you choose first, make sure you are opening lines of communication ..read more