Custom Building

The Difference Between a Custom Home and One that Isn’t

September 6, 2023August 26, 2019 by Elspeth Curtis

What is a custom luxury home? It is an individually-dreamed and personally-designed home. It’s designed and built for a person or family in a particular location. Every detail– from the lot to the elevation, finishes, and more– are intentionally chosen by the family for whom the home is created. This is the type of homes … Read more

Walk Through the “Journey of Building A Home” With Us

September 6, 2023April 18, 2019 by Elspeth Curtis

The process of homebuilding is more than builders on a lot with supplies in hand. It is a journey, from start to finish, that homeowners as well as the builders, designers, project managers, and many trades people embark on together to build a beautiful house that families can call home. Our team at P.L. Lyons is committed … Read more

The Current Environment of the Building Industry

September 6, 2023October 2, 2018 by Elspeth Curtis

Do you hear that? It’s the sound of hammers and nails. More people are building today than they have since before the 2008 housing crisis. In the current market, the supply is low and the demand is high, motivating families to build their own house to their own specifications, rather than pay above asking price … Read more

What You Need To Know About Relocating To Louisville, Kentucky

May 20, 2024May 25, 2018 by Elspeth Curtis

Whether you call it Derby City, Bourbon City, or River City, Louisville, Kentucky is home to many unique companies and great people that create a spirit that can’t be found anywhere else. While Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky, the tight-knit neighborhoods throughout town shape Louisville to feel like a smaller city with all … Read more

How to Build a House Foundation: 10 Pillars For Building a Great Foundation

September 6, 2023December 18, 2017 by Elspeth Curtis

10 Pillars For Building a Great Foundation and Structure

When it comes to building a custom-built home, the details matters. It’s your chance to create your dream home from the inside out. If it seems overwhelming, partner with us. We are a company that accounts for every single detail through our process from design to post-construction. We have recently created 10 Pillars For Building a Great Structure and … Read more

Our 4-Part Process Is Backed By 40+ Years Of Experience

September 6, 2023November 21, 2017 by Elspeth Curtis

We recently renovated a beautiful home in Prospect, Kentucky that was originally built in the 1940’s. This complete remodeling proved to be a fun project as we worked to make the old blend in with the new. Below is a video we created that explains our process, materials used, and how we worked with the clients to bring their vision to life.

How To Stay Cool Inside During Summer

September 6, 2023August 25, 2017 by Elspeth Curtis

How to stay cool inside during the summer months

August can be one of the hottest months in Kentucky and when coupled with 80% humidity levels, your house can heat up fast. If you haven’t noticed yet, we like to stay on top of the current design trends and tech features to enhance your homes. If you are finding it is hard for your home to keep cool, try these tips on how to stay cool inside during the hottest summer months.

5 Easy Steps to a Custom Built Home

September 6, 2023July 7, 2017 by Elspeth Curtis

Taking the leap into a home that you can not yet physically see can be intimidating. Making sure all of the pieces fit together just as you wanted them to can also be frustrating. While taking the step forward into custom building your home may seem a bit overwhelming, it doesn’t have to be. With … Read more

The Ins and Outs of Geothermal Heating and Cooling

September 6, 2023June 14, 2017 by Elspeth Curtis

As custom home builders, we encounter every home trend, from all white kitchens to wood tile fireplaces. No matter your style, we are always happy to design and build your dream home. Nevertheless, there are some home trends that we really get behind. Geothermal heating and cooling is one of those.

Build an Allergy Free Home with These 3 Tips

September 6, 2023February 10, 2017 by Elspeth Curtis

Living in the Ohio Valley can bring beautiful seasons; however, with some of these seasons can come unpleasant allergies. Now, you desperately desire a new, allergy free abode. If you can relate to this scenario, consider the following ways P.L. Lyons can allergy proof a new home.

In 2016, P.L. Lyons constructed an allergy-free home for a client with severe allergies and autoimmune issues. When selecting a builder for situations such as this, it’s important that the builder you choose has experience with this type of construction.