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- [Healthy Home Design: Creating Homes That Enhance Everyday Wellness](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/healthy-home-design/): Healthy Home Design: Creating Homes That Enhance Everyday Wellness At Pippin Home Designs, we believe a home should do more than look beautiful – it should actively enhance your well-being. Your environment has a profound impact on how you feel, function, and connect with others. Our approach centers on designing architecture that works in harmony with your natural rhythms and daily patterns. We consider how a home responds to light and darkness, supports both movement and rest, promotes calm when it’s needed, and energizes when it matters most. Through intentional design in airflow, natural light, materials, layout, and connection to nature, […]
- [How to choose the right builder for your project](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/how-to-choose-the-right-builder-for-your-project/): How to choose the right builder for your custom home design When you sign with us, you gain exclusive access to our Custom Builders Guild —atrusted network of top-tier builders we’ve worked with for decades. You also get our recommendations on the most ideal builder for your unique project – based on what we know about you, your specific project details and what we know about the builders strengths and how they work. However, if you would like to have some knowledge to conduct your own investigation then, we’ve got you covered!Get your complimentary  copy of our Builder Questionnaire and discover […]
- [Initial Design Questionnaire](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/initial-design-questionnaire/): Initial Design Questionnaire Begin Your Custom Home Journey Our Initial Design Questionnaire is the first step in a thoughtful and collaborative design process. This questionnaire is a deep dive into your goals, lifestyle, and vision – helping us gain the clarity we need to begin shaping a home that truly supports the way you want to live. Take your time as you move through the questions. Your responses will lay the foundation for a home design that’s beautiful and uniquely tailored to you. Please click the appropriate button below to begin your New Home or Renovation/Addition Design Questionnaire. NEW HOME RENOVATION/ADDITION When To […]
- [Why You Need a Survey WITH a Topo](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/survey-with-topo/): Why You Need a Survey WITH a Topo Designing a home is like putting together a puzzle.  Some of the most important pieces of the puzzle come from the environment.   Every property is different, and many new homes have challenging building sites, especially those in the lake and mountain areas where we specialize.   Before beginning your design, we need to collect all the data about your specific property.  We look at the lay of the land, movement of the sun, seasonal weather patterns, tree coverage, water runoff, and more. Obtaining all the pieces of the puzzle allows your design to […]
- [Why an As-Built is Essential for Renovation](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/importance-of-as-builts/): Why an As-Built is Essential for Renovation When it comes to a renovation, you need to know where you are actually starting before you can get started. What do we mean by this? ​The As-Built Phase of the project is the most critical part of getting a Renovation and Addition project started on the right footing. This crucial information allows us to work from a concrete set of plans so the renovation and/or addition design accurately ties in with the existing structure.  Without it, it becomes a guessing game, and we don’t want our clients gambling with their hard-earnedand soon-to-be invested […]
- [Who’s Who: Residential Designer, Architect, and Interior Designer?](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/whos-who/): Who’s Who: Residential Designer, Architect, and Interior Designer? There’s a bit of confusion, and rightly so, about the abilities and roles of the professionals responsible for designing your dream home.  We’d like to set the record straight so you can streamline assembling your Team. A TEAM APPROACH: KEY TO HOME CREATION SUCCESS & SAVINGS There is a common misunderstanding that the services of an architect are required to design and build a new home or renovation project.  This is not the case! Another common, though not entirely accurate, belief is that architects are the only designers required to pass rigorous testing, […]
- [What to Bring - First Meeting](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/what-to-bring-first-meeting/): What to Bring – First Meeting Congratulations! You’ve officially begun walking the path of your dreams! During our Initial Consultation, we’ll discuss the vision you see for your New Home, Renovation, Addition, Barndominium, or Development.  It’s important that we get started on the right foot and plan ahead to get the most out of our time together. The following is a list of items to prepare ahead of time that will expedite the process of designing your dream home.  If a topic does not apply to you, just skip it. *If you need help obtaining these documents, please do not hesitate to […]
- [Overview of Pippin's Renovation Services](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/renovation-services-overview/): Overview of Pippin’s Renovation Services Every renovation project is as unique as the homeowners living in it! The following outlines the methods that have guided our 92+ award-winning homes over the past four decades. Discovery Call – Let’s Talk We begin each project with a conversation. During this call, we learn about your vision for your renovation, answer your initial questions, and share our decades of experience to help guide you confidently forward on your design journey. Design Questionnaire – Let’s Learn After your Discovery Call, we ask you to fill out our Design Questionnaire. This in-depth discovery tool helps us […]
- [Overview of Pippin's New Home Services](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/new-home-services-overview/): Overview of Pippin’s New Home Services Designing a custom home is a thoughtful and creative process, one that balances vision, site, and the lives of those who will live there. The following outlines the methods that have guided our 92+ award-winning homes over the past four decades. Discovery Call – Let’s Talk Every project begins with a conversation. During this call, we learn about your vision for a new home, answer your initial questions, and share our feedback based on decades of experience to help guide you confidently forward on your design journey. Design Questionnaire – Let’s Learn After your Discovery […]
- [How to Know if You Need a Septic System Permit](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/septic-system-permit/): How to Know if You Need a Septic System Permit One of the less glamorous pieces of the home design and construction puzzle involves gaining clarity about your septic system. If the lot you’re building on, or planning a renovation for, has municipal water and sewer connections, then you can skip this article.  You will not need to obtain a septic permit because you will not have a septic system. If you DO have or need a septic system, this article contains vital information that will help you be better educated about septic system requirements when you apply for the permit […]
- [How to Choose a Residential Designer](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/choose-residential-design-specialist/): How to Choose a Residential Designer So, you’re finally ready to take the first steps along the path of home design!  Beginning the process can feel like an uphill battle and it’s hard to know where to start.  If you view this process as though you are hiking a mountain you will see the necessary steps required to prepare yourself for the journey, plan appropriately for a smooth ascent, and select the right guides to lead you to your destination. The Trailhead   This is where your journey begins.   There are MANY paths to the final destination of a new home.  […]
- [Green: It’s Not Just a Color, It’s a Way of Life](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/green-design/): Green: It’s Not Just a Color, It’s a Way of Life What do you think of when you hear sustainable or green home? Until recently, the term Green Design conjured images of hobbit homes, Earth dwellings, or super high-tech structures that looked like anything other than a home.  Fortunately, those days are in the past. Enter the age of efficiency, beauty, comfort, and care.  Homes capable of providing health and vitality to its occupants AND the land on which it rests.   Green Home Definition   A Green Home is a home designed and built to reduce or eliminate negative impacts […]
- [Accessible & Universal Design: Why Now vs Later?](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/accessible_universal_design/): Accessible & Universal Design: Why Now vs Later? Our ultimate goal at Pippin Home Designs is to design a home you LOVE so much that you make it your forever home and choose to age in place in it.  Achieving such a feat comes with some inherent responsibilities and foresight into the future.    Your life is ever-changing, and your needs will shift as you age. Things to consider when planning for your future:   Are you planning to retire and age in place in your home? What will you need as you age? How can we plan for the natural […]
- [A Team Approach: Key to Home ​Creation Success & Savings](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/a-team-approach/): A Team Approach: Key to Home ​Creation Success & Savings Your dream home is now your priority. You’ve heard from neighbors and friends about their experiences in custom home building; varying from exciting, easy, and fabulous to nothing short of horrific…begging the question:   How can you assure that your home creation process is as successful, smooth and cost efficient as possible?   From decades of experience, we at Pippin Home Designs have learned that the key to answering this question is to take the Team Approach.   What exactly is the Team Approach?   The Team Approach is a cohort […]
- [Septic System Maintenance Checklist](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-septic_maintenance_checklist/): Septic System Maintenance Checklist Taking care of your septic system is easy and affordable.  Effective management simply entails grasping how to nurture the septic ecosystem and making a few minor adjustments in habit for routine maintenance.   Neglecting your septic system comes with a hefty price tag!  Digging up and replacing a septic system can cost tens of thousands of dollars.   Don’t let this expensive mistake be yours.   In this 12th and final post of the Regenerative Design series, I offer a simple septic system maintenance checklist to mitigate septic system issues and extend its lifespan.  Attached below is […]
- [A Homeowner’s Guide to Soil and Septic](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-soil_and_septic/): A Homeowner’s Guide to Soil and Septic Did you know your septic system can limit the size, location, and design of your home?  And that the health of your soil is the determining factor for those limitations?   Did you know your soil IS the system?     If you want to design a home that’s going to support your life and the lives of your family, you’ll want to pay attention to the life underground.   Yes, we’re talking about soil again.  Because soil has THAT much of an impact on your life and the design of your home.   In […]
- [Preserving Your Property's Topsoil: Common Sense Conservation.  Here’s What To Do.](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-preserving_topsoil/): Preserving Your Property’s Topsoil: Common Sense Conservation. Here’s What To Do. Preserving the topsoil on your property is a no-brainer.  Think about it: why would you damage and remove your property’s valuable topsoil during construction, only to spend extra on importing replacement soil when the project is done?   Despite current regulations and practices, this approach lacks ethical excavation principles. The persistence of this outdated practice is a result of insufficient awareness about better alternatives. YOU HAVE OPTIONS FOR PRESERVING SOIL! In our tenth post of the Regenerative Design series, we present alternative solutions for ethical excavation and soil preservation techniques that […]
- [Breaking Ground or Breaking the Bank? Rules & Regulations for Erosion Control & the Cost of Not Preserving Soil](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-erosion_rules__regulations/): Breaking Ground or Breaking the Bank? Rules & Regulations for Erosion Control & the Cost of Not Preserving Soil There’s a reason why it’s not common practice to preserve soils on a construction site.  State and federal regulations put the burden of responsibility on the homeowner.  They make it YOUR responsibility to educate yourself about methods of soil preservation, find solutions, and come up with a plan.   Most homeowners don’t have the time or resources to do this and so they rely on their builder to deal with all site development issues, though builders also are not encouraged to find and […]
- [The Story of Soil: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and Why You NEED to Protect It on Your Property](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-soil_is_not_dirt/): The Story of Soil: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and Why You NEED to Protect It on Your Property All life on land depends on soil.  Even yours!  Humans cannot live without soil, just as we cannot live without water and air.  Soil grows our food, filters our water, and provides us with medicine.  It performs seemingly magical services that support the lives of every terrestrial organism on Earth.   Ecosystem services provided by soil   According to Jerry Hatfield, Director of the USDA National Lab for Agriculture and the Environment, “What we eat, other than what comes out of […]
- [How to Protect Trees BEFORE Clearing Your Land: Step-by-Step](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-tree_protection/): How to Protect Trees BEFORE Clearing Your Land: Step-by-Step Having a plan to protect trees BEFORE you start clearing your land is ESSENTIAL!  By the time you’ve broken ground, it’s already too late.   If your excavation and building team don’t know how to protect trees properly, then you can pretty much kiss any trees close to the construction site goodbye.     Even worse, you can assume that any tree with a Critical Root Zone that has been damaged or compacted will die slowly, sometimes over the course of several years.  Dropping heavy limbs as the tree’s health and stability fail.  […]
- [5 Hidden Costs to Avoid When Clearing Your Lot for Home Construction](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-hidden_cost_to_clear_land/): 5 Hidden Costs to Avoid When Clearing Your Lot DESIGNfor Home Construction Easy is often confused for affordable.  In the case of home construction, it may be easier to clear your land completely and wipe the slate clean.  After all, this is what the typical construction team is accustomed to.  However, this unnecessary technique costs you more money in the long run.  And sacrifices too much time before you’re able to enjoy the beauty of your outdoor living spaces.     In this sixth post of the Regenerative Design Series, I discuss the hidden costs of clearing your land before construction.     […]
- [Ecosystem Services: Pro Bono Benefits of an Intact Ecosystem at Home](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-ecosystem_services/): Ecosystem Services: Pro Bono Benefits of an Intact Ecosystem at Home Mother Nature provides services to humans free of charge every day.  And these services take place right in your yard!     Maintaining an intact ecosystem at home will guarantee you benefit from these services for the duration of your homeownership.   In this fifth post of the Regenerative Design Series, I discuss the ecosystem services Mother Nature provides and how you can take advantage of an intact ecosystem at home. The Ecosystem Services of Your Yard The services Mother Nature provides free of charge include: Clean Air  Climate regulation Erosion […]
- [The 3 Levels of Biomimicry: Our Foundation for Better Design](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-biomimicry_3_levels/): The 3 Levels of Biomimicry: Our Foundation for Better Design Mother Nature inspires us with her brilliance on multiple levels.  At the surface level, her beautiful forms leave us awestruck. To a deeper degree, the behavior of her organisms adds another dimension of amazement.  From an expanded view, the interaction of all species in an ecosystem begins to look like a living, breathing, evolving tapestry woven together with the systems developed over millennia.    In this fourth post of the Regenerative Design Series, Jenny expands on the concepts introduced in the last post, Biomimcry: Blueprints from our Biological Elders.  She defines […]
- [Biomimicry: Blueprints from our Biological Elders](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-biomimicry_blueprints/): Biomimicry: Blueprints from our Biological Elders This blog is likely to inspire a deep yet dormant intuitive knowing that we all have buried within us.  The knowing that we are not alone…nor do we have to solve the many riddles of life by ourselves.  The understanding that we are literally surrounded by genius as a result of 3.8 billion years of research and development from the natural world.   What does this have to do with home design?  EVERYTHING!  The natural world is part and parcel to your home.  Though we might acknowledge the raw materials required for construction, we have […]
- [The Alchemy of Bioarchitecture](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-bioarchitecture/): The Alchemy of Bioarchitecture Image credit: The Eden Project, Cornwall UK   Bioarchitecture is an innovative design technique rooted in ancient form and function: the geometries, processes, and substances of the earth.  It’s a hybrid between biology and architecture that bends the rules of design while blowing the minds of observers.   In this second post of the Regenerative Home Design series, Jenny introduces the limitless applications of bioarchitecture and she examines biomaterials currently being explored that are nothing shy of alchemy.    Bioarchitecture – inspiring possibilities  for the future of regenerative design. What Would Mother Nature Do? Looking to nature […]
- [What on EARTH is Regenerative Home Design?](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-regenerative_design/): What on EARTH is Regenerative Home Design? Sustainable design is now considered obsolete by many in the industry.  Trying to prevent further damage to the environment through sustainable design is like applying a band aid to a bullet wound.  A more forward-thinking approach is necessary.  Regenerative home design holds the key to our future by reversing ecological damage, repairing what has been lost, and contributing to a positive impact on the environment and our health.   In this first post of the Regenerative Home Design series, I discuss what regenerative design is, why it’s crucial that humanity shifts its relationship to […]
- [The 3 Viewpoints You MUST Consider for Successful Landscaping](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/the-3-viewpoints-you-must-consider-for-successful-landscaping/): The 3 Viewpoints You MUST Consider for Successful Landscaping Landscaping is often an afterthought or viewed as less important than the design of the home.  However, landscaping impacts the way you FEEL about your home…and a home that is loved is a happy home.   With the power to increase the value of your home AND the value of your life, landscaping MUST be integrated into your home design with consideration from the three essential viewpoints.   In this final post of the Happy by Design series, I offer a visualization exercise to explain the three viewpoints you must consider to […]
- [Inspired Landscaping: How Your Archetypes Influence Design](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/inspired-landscaping-how-your-archetypes-influence-design/): Inspired Landscaping: How Your Archetypes Influence Design What’s your elemental archetype? And how does the calling of your heart and soul dictate the way you should landscape your property?   Elemental archetypes are models of personalities that play a role in influencing human behavior and decisions based on the elements of earth, water, fire, and air.  The Swiss psychoanalyst, Carl Jung, believed that we have many archetypes within us, however most people are dominated by one specific archetype.   In this 13th post of the Happy by Design series, I help you discover which elemental archetype you may be, and I […]
- [Natural Views and the Science of Stress Reduction](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-views_and_stress_reduction/): Natural Views and the Science of Stress Reduction What if I told you a simple view of nature from your home can reduce your stress levels? That’s right! Your home can be designed to alleviate stress through the strategic use of views from key locations within your home.  Everyone wants better views from their living spaces, yet few people know the physiological benefits of gazing out to a beautiful natural setting.  The understanding of Stress Reduction Theory and the practice of biophilic design can be used to create a healthier, happier home that better supports your nervous system! In this 12th […]
- [Biophilic Designs and Primal Architecture: Designing For The Nervous System First](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-science_of_biophilic_design/): Biophilic Design & Primal Architecture: Designing for the Nervous System First We were never meant to live disconnected from nature – and our minds, bodies, and nervous systems know it. Stress, anxiety, and a quiet sense of unease have become the backdrop of modern life, in large part because the spaces we inhabit have drifted so far from the natural world that once sustained us. The good news? Wellness design can help bring us back. In this 11th post of the Happy by Design series, we go deeper into the science of wellness design – exploring how biophilic design and primal […]
- [Biophilic Design: Elements of a Naturally Happy Home](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-biophilic_design_elements/): Biophilic Design: Elements of a Naturally Happy Home The word biophilia is the combination of two Greek words: “life” (bio) and “love” (philia).  It literally translates to love of life. This love of life is an inherent personality trait that ALL humans possess as a result of evolutionary biology and psychology.  Biophilia has played an integral role in the success of humanity beyond just survival.  We THRIVE in nurturing natural environments. Wise designers are harnessing the power of biophilia and using our love of life to create healthier happier homes by using biophilic design techniques to bring more of the outdoors […]
- [Earth-Centric vs Human-Centric Light Bulbs: When Lighting is Designed Without Health in Mind](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/earth-centric-vs-human-centric-light-bulbs-when-lighting-is-designed-without-health-in-mind/): Earth-Centric vs Human-Centric Light Bulbs: When Lighting is Designed Without Health in Mind 9/19/2022 When you google Human-Centric Lighting what you’ll find is that the term is used synonymously with Circadian Lighting.  The irony here is that the bulbs used in Circadian Lighting are not human-centric from a health perspective.   Seems contrary to what is being sold, doesn’t it?!  Stick with me on this one.  I’ll explain. Here we define human-centric lighting to be lighting that considers the health of the human first and foremost, and earth-centric lighting considers the health of the planet.   What makes certain light bulbs […]
- [Lighting 101: Illuminating the Way You Feel in Your Home](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/lighting-101-illuminating-the-way-you-feel-in-your-home/): Lighting 101: Illuminating the Way You Feel in Your Home 9/5/2022 Believe it or not, the artificial lighting in your home produces physical, mental, and emotional sensations that impact how you feel.  If you’re not aware of this, then it’s all too easy to fall victim to the unhealthy lighting that’s prevalent in the industry. Once you learn exactly how light sources impact your health and happiness, you can design a home that creates a deeper level of support for your everyday life.   ​In this 8th post of the Happy by Design series, I provide a cheat sheet for understanding […]
- [Circadian Lighting: A Bright Idea with Pros and Cons](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/circadian-lighting-a-bright-idea-with-pros-and-cons/): Circadian Lighting: A Bright Idea with Pros and Cons Finally!  Awareness is growing around the profound impact lighting has on human health and happiness.  As a result, circadian lighting has become a buzzword in the home design industry, but what exactly is it and is it worth the large investment? An understanding of how light affects the body is integral to designing a home that supports wellness.  In this 7th post of the Happy by Design series, I explain what circadian lighting aims to achieve and I shed light on how to design better lighting without an expensive control system. What […]
- [Natural Daylighting Strategies: Improving the Value of Your Home & Your Life](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/natural-daylighting-strategies-improving-the-value-of-your-home-your-life/): Natural Daylighting Strategies: Improving the Value of Your Home & Your Life Natural daylighting can boost your mood, improve your health, support circadian rhythm, and enhance the appearance and value of your home… if properly designed. In this 6th post of the Happy by Design series, I discuss the MANY benefits of natural daylight and suggest design techniques to maximize your home’s use of the healthiest and happiest light source of all. The Many Health Benefits of Sunlight For millions of years, humans evolved in nature, awoke with the sun, and were exposed to natural light all day long.  As humans […]
- [Design Industry's Achromatic Love Affair: For Better or for Worse](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/achromatic-love-affair-for-better-or-for-worse/): Achromatic Love Affair: For Better or for Worse Black, white, and grey are shades referred to as achromatic, which literally means without color.  These non-colors have been loved by the home design and real estate industry, but are they really the best choices for creating a happy home?   In this 5th post of the Happy by Design series, I discuss why these achromatic colors have been used so heavily, the messaging that these non-colors are relaying to homeowners, and how to use black, white, and grey in your home to enhance happiness. Why the Abundance of Black, White, and Grey? […]
- [The Secret Meaning of Secondary Colors in Your Home](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/the-secret-meaning-of-secondary-colors-in-your-home/): The Secret Meaning of Secondary Colors in Your Home Which color has been scientifically proven to improve mental health?  What color aids in decision making and confidence?  And what does a certain color choice mean about your personality and lifestyle?   Carl Jung, a renowned psychiatrist, believed that color choices reflect personality traits.  He encouraged his patients to use color to express some of the deeper parts of their psyche.    In continuation of The Mood Boosting Benefits of Primary Colors in the Home (LINK), this blog expands on my personal FAVORITE colors, the secondary colors of green, orange, and purple.  […]
- [The Mood Boosting Benefits of Primary Colors in the Home](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/the-mood-boosting-benefits-of-primary-colors-in-the-home/): The Mood Boosting Benefits of Primary Colors in the Home Color is IN again!!!  And thank goodness because when used wisely, colors can play a significant role in creating a happy home life. We are affected psychologically and physiologically by colors.  Colors affect our mood, heart rate, alertness, and stress levels.  The perception of color is mostly rooted in the subconscious and our relationships with colors are impacted by personal life experiences. In this third post of the Happy by Design series, I cover the impacts of primary colors on the mind and body and offer suggestions for coloring your home […]
- [Beauty, It’s Not Just in the Eye of the Beholder](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-beauty/): Beauty, It’s Not Just in the Eye of the Beholder The term “beauty” has all but been eradicated from the vernacular of architects and designers for over 100 years.  The era of Modernism, based on reductionist, minimalist, intellectually justified aesthetics has resulted in a built environment that fails to meet one of the most fundamental human needs; the feeling of pleasure through the experience of beauty! In this second blog of the Happy by Design series, I stake our claim for the rebirth of BEAUTY in home design!  I explain how beauty is encoded for in our DNA and why it’s […]
- [The Science of a Happy Home: Neuroaesthetics and How Home Affects Your Mental Health](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-science_of_a_happy_home/): The Science of a Happy Home: Neuroaesthetics and How Home Affects Your Mental Health We are mentally and emotionally impacted by our surroundings, whether we consciously realize it or not.  The science of neuroaesthetics helps us understand more about how we’re affected by the built environment around us.  Utilizing this knowledge can help us combine useful design techniques to create homes that better support mental health and wellbeing. In this first blog of the Happy by Design Series, I open the conversation about how your home affects your mental health.  I introduce the new science of neuroaesthetics and offer a visualization […]
- [Consumer Resources to Support a Healthy Home](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/sick-home-wrap-up/): Consumer Resources to Support a Healthy Home Our Sick Home blog series has been packed with TONS of useful tips, tricks, and insider information for designing a healthy home.  To wrap up the series, here’s a distilled summary with helpful direct links to the most valuable resources for building materials, contractors, and products that have supported our clients over the years.   What is a Sick Home? In 1984 the World Health Organization (WHO) released a report suggesting that up to 30% of new and remodeled homes worldwide were the cause of illnesses related to poor indoor air quality.  This coined the […]
- [Clean, Healthy, Safe Water at Home is Possible!  Here’s How.](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/clean-healthy-safe-water-at-home-is-possible-heres-how/): Clean, Healthy, Safe Water at Home is Possible! Here’s How. It’s become common knowledge that what flows out of your faucets at home likely contains MANY things other than the pure hydrogen and oxygen molecules your body requires to sustain life.   Even the EPA admits that tap water at home “can reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants.”   But, did you know that levels of many of these contaminants are often MUCH higher than EPA standards?  Some are dangerously higher and can cause both acute and chronic illnesses.   In this 10th post of […]
- [What is Electrical Pollution and Why Should You Care?](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/what-is-electrical-pollution-and-why-should-you-care/): What is Electrical Pollution and Why Should You Care? Electrical pollution has become a controversial topic, but don’t let the mass confusion and differing opinions prevent you from finding the professionals able to successfully produce efficient, appropriately grounded, and clean electricity throughout your entire home.   Did you know that dirty electricity can lead to appliance burnout, high electricity bills, and a whole host of issues that can make your life and home uncomfortable?   In this 9th post of our Sick Home blog series, we’ll clear up the confusion about electrical pollution, explain the difference between clean and dirty electricity, […]
- [6 Genius Steps for Preventing Mold & Achieving High IAQ ](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/6-genius-steps-for-preventing-mold-achieving-high-iaq/): 6 Genius Steps for Preventing Mold & Achieving High IAQ GOOD NEWS!  There ARE things you can do to prevent mold and air quality issues in your home!  Follow these 6 Genius Steps to prevent issues before they arise.  And if you suspect you already have mold issues, we offer some reputable sources here for seeking answers and remediation.   As Einstein said, “Intellectuals solve problems, geniuses prevent them.” Genius Step 1. Hire a Health-Conscious Residential Design Specialist A Residential Design Specialist will be your number one advocate, able to guide you and educate you about possible options for a healthy […]
- [10 Questions to Ask when Hiring an HVAC Contractor for a Healthy Home](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/10-questions-to-ask-when-hiring-an-hvac-contractor-for-a-healthy-home/): 10 Questions to Ask when Hiring an HVAC Contractor for a Healthy Home 10 Questions to Ask when Hiring an HVAC Contractor for a Healthy Home When it comes to hiring an HVAC contractor your builder is typically the one who chooses who gets the job, but should you always go with your builder’s recommendation?  What are your options?  And does it really matter which HVAC contractor they choose?   Your HVAC system is CRUCIAL for building a healthy home!  We believe that educating yourself about HVAC options is the wisest investment of your time that will greatly improve your chances […]
- [The Dark Side of the Industry Hidden by a Non-Disclosure Agreement](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/the-dark-side-of-the-industry-hidden-by-a-non-disclosure-agreement/): The Dark Side of the Industry Hidden by a Non-Disclosure Agreement This week we’re shining a bright light on the darker side of the home design and building industry.  The story we share here might be hard to believe.     Trying to communicate the potential dangers to our clients when it comes time to make decisions about which contractors to hire can be like pulling teeth because the issues discussed here are legally kept hidden with non-disclosure agreements.   The stories of those who have suffered from unhealthy homes and mold toxicity poisoning never gets told, which prevents other homeowners […]
- [Our New Custom-Built Home Made Us Sick: The Macke Family Story](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/our-new-custom-built-home-made-us-sick-the-macke-family-story/): Our New Custom-Built Home Made Us Sick: The Macke Family Story Homeowners don’t know what homeowners don’t know!  And sometimes, what you don’t know can hurt you…physically and financially.    This week, in the fifth post of the Sick Home Series, we’ve teamed up with Christine and Mike Macke who are ready to share their story.  They’re determined to educate others so the nightmare they had to live through is never experienced by another unsuspecting homeowner.  What You Don’t Know Can Sometimes Hurt You! You might be wondering how on Earth a brand-new house could possibly make its homeowners sick!  This […]
- [Your Secret Weapon Against Indoor Air Issues](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-your-secret-weapon/): Your Secret Weapon Against Indoor Air Issues Do NOT be fooled by the cheaper HVAC contractor bid! Most homeowners opt to go with the more affordable HVAC contractor when building their new home. And this makes sense. Why wouldn’t you?  We’ve all been taught to shop around and find the best deal. In this fourth post of the Sick Home Series, I tell you why you should NOT pinch pennies when it comes to the heart of your home. I share industry secrets that most homeowners do not know that could save you tons of money and help prevent serious health […]
- [How Clean Is The Air Inside Your Home?](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/how-clean-is-the-air-inside-your-home/): How Clean IS the Air Inside Your Home? Shouldn’t the air inside your home be clean?  Shouldn’t it be healthy?   According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, approximately 30% of new and remodeled buildings across the globe are causing illnesses attributed with poor indoor air quality.    We often don’t even consider the air we breathe unless directly confronted with an acute respiratory problem or an obviously dangerous situation like exposure to smoke.  Even so, the concerns of air quality almost exclusively pertain to outdoor air, smog, pollution, and ozone rating.  This myopic focus on air quality has been […]
- [What You NEED to Know About the Toxins Already in Your Home](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-what-you-need-to-know-about-toxins/): What You NEED to Know About the Toxins Already in Your Home The inside of your home is a controlled environment.  Are you in control?   Since the industrial revolution, chemical compounds have become pervasive in the home building industry, used in everything from foam insulation, to flooring, to cabinets, and carpeting.  Homeowners have had very little choice on the materials being used to build their homes and so have unwittingly agreed to the use of dangerous toxins in their indoor environment.   In this second post of the Sick Home Series, I begin the deep dive into why so many […]
- [Is Your House Making You Sick?](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-is-your-house-making-you-sick/): Is Your House Making You Sick? Yes, it’s possible that that persistent sinus issue, cough, fatigue, or depression you’re experiencing is actually being caused by the house you live in!  At Pippin Home Designs, we help to educate our clients about better product selection and building practices.  The lack of awareness around these topics can ultimately lead to building related health issues, which for some people can manifest as acute, chronic, or even life-threatening illnesses. It’s standard practice for builders to select building materials for new and renovated homes. Unfortunately, most builders are accustomed to using the toxic building products that […]
- [Home is Where the Heart Is](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/home-is-where-the-heart-is/): Home is Where the Heart Is Home truly is where the heart is…free to be expressed, safe to be seen, and authentically acknowledged.   In the final post of Pippin’s Inspired Life series, I share with you my heart.  I introduce you to my true love and forever partner in life and in business, Wes Stearns.  Together we designed an industry hallmark home (Healthy Haven) and grew Pippin Home Designs into a firm rooted in health, wellness, love, and inspiration. A Perfect Match My previous marriage ended in a painful divorce, and after taking the time to heal my wounded heart, […]
- [Jenny Finds an Ally in AIBD](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/jenny-finds-an-ally-in-aibd/): Jenny Finds an Ally in AIBD Any new venture, be it starting a business, starting a family, building a new home, or building a new life, always requires a support system.   The human life is designed for many things.  Isolation is not one of them.  Together we grow stronger, live more deeply, love more wholly, and expand into possibilities nonexistent in solitude.   In the fourth post of Pippin’s Inspired Life series, I share my introduction to the American Institute of Building Design, how we formed a fast friendship, and how I was able to charge forward into entrepreneurship with […]
- [Pippin Home Designs is Born!](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/pippin-home-designs-is-born/): Serving since 1986 After studying Architectural Design in college Jennifer Pippin began offering home design services one-by-one to her clients who came from all over North Carolina. In very little time Jenny’s reputation for unprecedented design and client satisfaction grew her a business of serving hundreds of clients and designing thousands of homes that challenged conventional norms of custom home design by not just creating luxury custom homes that exemplified some of the best Architecture seen in residential construction world wide, in just about any architectural style available but while creating homes that served and supported her clients in ways they […]
- [From Tragedy to Triumph: How a Near Fatal Accident Inspired My Career](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/from-tragedy-to-triumph-how-a-near-fatal-accident-inspired-my-career/): From Tragedy to Triumph: How a Near Fatal Accident Inspired My Career Have you ever noticed how life takes you on a wild ride even when you’re certain you’re on the right path?  It can almost feel like being tested to see if you’re really serious.  And even though there are challenges along the way, there are also moments of pure elation and a depth of inspiration that floods your entire being, reinforcing the notion that you are, in fact, exactly where you’re meant to be.   This describes the period of life shortly after I graduated college.   In the […]
- [My Life of Design, Designed by My Soul](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/my-life-of-design-designed-by-my-soul/): My Life of Design, Designed by My Soul Pippin’s Inspired Life Series #1 Title:  Where it All Began A Life of Design, Designed by the Soul * My Life of Design, Designed by My Soul – what do you think about this one as the title? Yes. My Inspired Life, Designed by My Soul My Designed Life My Inspired Life Designed by the Heart & Soul My Life Designed by the Heart & Soul     Who is this woman that will be alchemizing your hard-earned money into the home of your dreams?   Does she listen to your wants, needs, […]
- [Make My Home Easier to Live In](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-easier-home/): Make My Home Easier to Live In Let’s be honest, there are likely aspects of your home that literally make your life harder. You may love your home, yet the obstacles it presents are going to need to change if you plan to live there for many more years. Or perhaps you’ve grown so accustomed to these challenges that you don’t even realize the impact it’s having on your life. Whatever home issue ails you; I want you to know that you have options! If you’re feeling inspired to live an easier homelife, you’ve come to the right place. In our […]
- [Make My Home the ‘Right Size’ for Me!](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/make-my-home-the-right-size-for-me/): Make My Home the ‘Right Size’ for Me! So, your homelife is changing.  The kids have fledged the nest and now the nest feels overwhelmingly large.  Or perhaps you’re needing to welcome an aging parent into your home to provide in-home caregiving.  Whether you celebrate this transition in life or not, changes this big often feel uncomfortable or overwhelming.   Finding inspiration for the way you want to live your life can help you embrace uncomfortable shifts with grace.   What have you been longing to do with your space and time that never seemed possible before?  How can you maintain […]
- [Help!  Fix My House!](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/you-inspired-living-help-fix-my-house/): Help! Fix My House! Let’s be honest.  Life changes as you grow and often that means outgrowing your home.  In order for your home to continue supporting you and inspiring the life you intend to live; some changes need to be made.   Sometimes it’s hard to envision how the home you’ve been living in could possibly meet your current or future needs and desires.  When the only thing your home is inspiring you to do is get a bulldozer and level it, we’re here with fresh eyes to help create many more options for you.   In Design Dilemma Series […]
- [Overcome Building Envelope Challenges](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/overcome-building-envelope-challenges/): Overcome Building Envelope Challenges   Overcoming a Challenging Building Envelope How to Overcome a Challenging Building Envelope * Overcome Building Envelope Challenges Do you have a beautiful plot of land where you’re planning to build your next home, but you’ve been told the property would be difficult to build on?   Though this may seem daunting at first, don’t let it stop you in your tracks.   With a little research and the right team you CAN design and build the home of your dreams regardless of the challenges that lie ahead.   What Exactly Is a Building Envelope?   The […]
- [6 Ways to Maximize Your Views](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/ways-to-maximize-your-views/): 6 Ways to Maximize Your Views A scenic view has the power to shift the way you FEEL.  It inspires creativity and enhances a sensation of peace and calmness.  It brings awe, beauty, breath, and expansion.  How you capture the views available can make all the difference in the look and feel of your home.    The trick is to know how to design your home to take maximum advantage of the views specific to your homesite.  Even if your homesite does not boast spectacular views you can still achieve that ‘WOW’ factor with creative design.   Design Dilemma #1: How […]
- [Surprising Reasons to Prioritize Play and Design Fun at Home](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/surprising-reasons-to-prioritize-play-and-design-fun-at-home/): Surprising Reasons to Prioritize Play and Design Fun at Home Fun & Enjoyment Title: Fun and Joy at Home 6 Benefits of Fun with Photos That are Sure to Bring Joy to Your Day 6 Reasons Why You Should Have More Fun 6 Reasons Why You Should Design Fun Right into Your Home Prioritize Play and Design Fun Right into Your Home 6 Reasons to Prioritize Play and Design Fun into Your Home Fun at Home and 6 Reasons to Prioritize Play 6 Reasons to Prioritize Play and Have Fun at Home *6 Surprising Reasons to Prioritize Play and Design Fun […]
- [Love & Happiness - the Basis of Home](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/love-happiness-the-basis-of-home/): Love & Happiness – the Basis of Home You may be familiar with that feeling of something frustrating in your home that you’ve had to put up with for years.  Maybe your dishwasher doesn’t work quite properly, or there isn’t enough space in your laundry room, or the screen door never gets fixed.  Think about how these frustrations have impacted your everyday life.   Now think about what your life would be like if instead of frustration you had love!   Love and Happiness can intentionally be designed into your home!   In this blog, I discuss the intrinsic need for […]
- [Enrich Your Soul at Home](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/enrich-your-soul-with-home/): Enrich Your Soul at Home What makes you different from the other 7.8 billion humans on planet Earth? What makes you laugh till you pee your pants?  What fires you up and pisses you off?  What are the skills, talents, and knowledge you were born with that are vastly different from your siblings or any other member of your family?  The answers to these questions are not random or happenstance.  They can’t possibly be explained by genes, hereditary factors, or external environmental influences.  They are just as much a part of you as the color of your eyes. These aspects of […]
- [Healthy Homes to Invigorate Your Body](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/healthy-homes-to-invigorate-your-body/): Healthy Homes to Invigorate Your Body HOME IS YOUR HUB FOR HEALTH!   Proactively support your body by designing health into your everyday living.   By reducing the amount of time and effort required to care for your body you’re able to prevent many physical ailments BEFORE they become debilitating. In this blog, I discuss how the human body is designed to heal itself with a few core requirements.  I share specific examples of how you can design these core elements right into your home! Finally, I offer home solutions for supporting many inevitable physical ailments.  In modern cultures across the world, people […]
- [Healthy Homes to Revitalize Your Mind](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/healthy-homes-to-revitalize-your-mind/): Do you wish it was easier to take better care of yourself and your family?  
- [Energize & Harmonize Your Home](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/energize-harmonize-your-home/): In my Seven Part Series of our YOU-Inspired Discovery Process, the value enhancers we’ve already introduced are Finances & Desires, and Ease & Comfort 
- [Insider Insight for Easier Living](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/insider-insight-for-easier-living/): The second value enhancer we’ll be exploring of our You-Inspired Discovery Process discusses EASE and COMFORT!  First I define Pippin-Performance Homes and how these homes can significantly enhance your life.  Next, I discuss Functionality (link within blog) and why it’s vitally important.  Then I offer a shift in perspective that can change the way you view the very definition of HOME!
- [Conquer Financial Obstacles and Get Clear on Your Desires](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/conquer-financial-obstacles-and-get-clear-on-your-desires/): Conquer Financial Obstacles and Get Clear on Your Desires The first value enhancer we’ll be exploring of our You-Inspired Discovery Process discusses FINANCES and DESIRES!  First I encourage you to get clear on what you want and find a Team to support you.  Next I offer some Pro Tips (link) to get you more of what you want.  Then I’ll inspire you to DREAM BIG (link)! What do you really want and how can you afford it? Everyone wants to know what they can get for their money so let’s start the conversation.  There are many factors contributing to the cost […]

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- [40th Anniversary Sponsor Page](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/40th-anniversary/): PRESENTED BY PIPPIN HOME DESIGNS · EST. 1986 Forty Years of Designing What’s Possible A private celebration of 40 years of Pippin Home Designs – honoring the people and partnerships behind a lasting legacy of design and impact throughout the Carolinas and beyond. DATE Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026 TIME 4:00 – 7:00 PM VENUE Walk Thru Plans, Huntersville BECOME A PARTNER The marking of a milestone – and the opening of the next one. For 40 years, Pippin Home Designs has believed that exceptional design can elevate the way we live. What began in 1986 has grown into a legacy of […]
- [Out-of-State & Remote Clients](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/out-of-state-clients/): HOW WE WORK WITH OUT-OF-STATE& REMOTE CLIENTS Are you wondering: Do you have to hire a designer or an architect in the same geographic area as your project? Can designers work with clients who live far away? What if the clients are in the same city as the designer but their site is far away? We Can Design Your Home from Anywhere Great design doesn’t require proximity. It requires alignment. The right designer doesn’t just know your land. They know you – your lifestyle, your priorities, and the direction your life is headed next. That’s what makes a house feel like […]
- [Development Planning Services](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/development-planning-services/): COMMUNITIES DESIGNED TO THRIVE 2026 Award-Winning Multi-Family Project Our Development Planning Services We believe the best developments don’t have to choose between purpose and profit. We partner with developers to create communities of all scales – from boutique neighborhoods to large-scale master-planned developments – that are healthier to live in, more desirable to buy into, and stronger investments to build. Our residential development design integrates wellness-centered planning, biophilic design, and market-driven strategy from day one, so walkability, natural light, and thriving green spaces aren’t amenities competing with the bottom line – they’re what drives it. The result: places people want to […]
- [Our Process](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/our-process/): Intentional design. Clear guidance. An easy path forward. A PROCESS DESIGNED TO FEEL GOOD Designing a home – whether new or reimagined, local or remote – is a deeply personal journey. It should feel exciting and joyful – not overwhelming. Our process is thoughtfully designed to support your wellbeing and peace of mind from the very beginning – bringing clarity to each step and creating space for creativity to unfold naturally. Wellness isn’t layered on at the end. It’s considered from day one, with clear milestones, transparent communication, and meaningful collaboration, so you’ll always know where you are in the process. Every project […]
- [Design Questionnaire](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/design-questionnaire/): BEGIN YOUR CUSTOM HOME JOURNEY Initial Design Questionnaire You’ve been personally invited to complete our Initial Design Questionnaire — the first step in a thoughtful and collaborative design process. This questionnaire is a deep dive into your goals, lifestyle, and vision, helping us gain the clarity we need to begin shaping a home that truly supports the way you want to live. Take your time as you move through the questions. Your responses will lay the foundation for a home design that’s beautiful and uniquely tailored to you. Please click the appropriate button below to begin your New Home or Renovation/Addition Design Questionnaire. […]
- [Home (old)](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/home-3/): CUSTOM HOME DESIGN THAT SUPPORTS YOUR Joy Life Wellbeing Views Health LUXURY CUSTOM HOME DESIGN Tailored to you and your life. We are an award-winning luxury custom home design firm based in North Carolina – serving Lake Norman, Charlotte, the High Country along with homes nation–wide for over 40 years. We are your trusted and experienced design partner, helping you navigate the multilayered technical process of creating your custom home. We specialize in designing feel good homes with water and mountain views.  We take an intuitive approach,  listening intently— to both your spoken and unrealized desires in this exciting journey to […]
- [Custom Luxury Home Design in North Carolina](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/custom-luxury-home-design-in-north-carolina/): Custom Luxury Home Design North Carolina We provide Custom Luxury Home Design for all of North Carolina Custom CUSTOM LUXURY HOME DESIGN 1200+Homes At Pippin Home Designs, we serve a wide range of North Carolina regions known for their prosperous custom home markets, including Charlotte & Surrounding Areas, Raleigh & The Triangle, High Country, Lake Norman Area, Piedmont Triad, Land of Sky Region, Western NC and The Coast. CONTACT US NORTH CAROLINA CUSTOM HOME DESIGN SERVICES IN NORTH CAROLINA  LAKE NORMAN CHARLOTTE HIGH COUNTRY  THE COAST  PIEDMONT  LAND OF SKY  WESTERN NC RALEIGH  LAKE NORMAN Lake Norman Area Lake Norman remains […]
- [Home - Current 2/19/26](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/): Architectural Designer in Lake Norman, NC CUSTOM HOME DESIGN THAT ENHANCES YOUR Joy Life Wellbeing Views Health LUXURY CUSTOM HOME DESIGN Designing homes that elevate the way you live and feel Most homes are designed to impress the moment you arrive. Ours are designed to restore you long after you’ve settled in. We shape every element – light, air, material, the way a room opens onto the land – around how your body and mind actually respond to space. Better sleep. Easier mornings. Gathering places your family gravitates towards. This is what wellness home design makes possible, and it’s rarer than it should […]
- [Services](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/services/): Our HOME DESIGN SERVICES CUSTOM LUXURY HOME DESIGN PLANS ACROSS THE UNITED STATES CUSTOM HOMES DESIGNED FOR HOW YOU WANT TO LIVE At Pippin Home Designs, we create more than beautiful homes – our home design services create environments that elevate how you live, feel, and experience each day, with wellness at the core of each design. From luxury custom home design services, renovations, and additions to barndominiums, multi-family developments, and ready-made spec-home plans, our work is rooted in over four decades of experience and 90+ award-winning designs. We blend site-responsive architecture, wellness-centered design, and refined aesthetics to create residences that […]
- [Thank You! — Design Questionnaire Received](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/thank-you-design-questionnaire-received/): DESIGN QUESTIONNAIRE RECEIVED Thank You! Thank you for taking the time to share your vision with us. Your answers give us a deeper understanding of your goals and priorities—an essential first step toward designing a custom home that’s truly tailored to your life. How to Prepare for Your Consultation   To make the most of your Initial Consultation, we recommend gathering the following materials: A recent site survey that includes topographical data, septic and/or well locations, and setback requirements Any HOA architectural guidelines or local covenants (if applicable) Your preliminary budget goals For a full checklist, view our article:  What to Bring to Your First Meeting
- [Lead Magnet - Thank You](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/thank-you/): Your free Guide to Choosing the Right Builder is ready! Download Free Guide How to use this guide: Send questionnaire directly to builders. Ask the Right Questions about: Project Management & Timelines Budget & Cost Control Warranty, Insurance & Aftercare Design & Construction Process Quality & Craftsmanship Standards Sustainability & Land Considerations References & more! Make Informed Decisions – Gain insights to compare builders effectively. Clear Next Steps – Know exactly what to do after completing the questionnaire. Click HERE to discover stunning homes built by the trusted members of our Custom Builder’s Guild.
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/privacy-policy/): Privacy Policy IntroductionAt Pippin Home Designs (“we,” “our,” “us”), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you interact with our website or services. By using our website or engaging with our services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.  Information We CollectWe may collect the following types of information: Personal Information Provided by You: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address. Details related to inquiries, consultations, or service requests. Automatically Collected Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information. Details about your […]
- [Reviews](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/reviews/): REVIEWS & Client Testimonials Industry expert, leader, advocate & trend setter What our clients have to say REVIEWS
- [Publications](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/publications/): PUBLICATIONS & Featured Projects IN BOOKS, MAGAZINES, TELEVISION & NEWSPAPERS ACROSS THE COUNTRY Pippin Home Designs, known for designing Award-Winning Homes with a View, has been featured locally, regionally, and nationally on covers of magazines, live on T.V., podcasts, and in news articles.​ Home designs and achievements have been featured in Charlotte Home, Charlotte Observer, House & Home, Lake NormanCurrents, Design Build, Natural Home and the Charlotte Business Journal. JENNY PIPPIN INTERVIEW on Local Biz Now WATCH NOW
- [Accolades](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/accolades/): ACCOLADES & Professional Awards INDUSTRY EXPERT, LEADER, ADVOCATE & TREND-SETTER Jenny Pippin has been recognized as a trend-setting residential designer, home building industry leader, and advocate for healthy homes, high performance, and environmentally conscious building practices on a local, regional, and national level. Her honors include receiving the Mayor’s Proclamation Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Advancement of the Green Building Industry and Distinguished Service Award from the American Institute of Building Design. HOW WE WORK NEW & NOTEWORTHY ACCOLADES 2023 ALL-STAR CHAPTER AWARD AIBD Charlotte Metro Chapter EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE AWARD Houzz- Every year from 2015-2024 CHAIRPERSON OF THE HIGH […]
- [Design Awards](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/design-awards/): DESIGN Awards AT PIPPIN, WE’RE BIG BELIEVERS THAT LIFE IS MEANT TO BE FULLY EXPRESSED. For more than three decades, Pippin Home Designs has been creating Award-Winning Homes with a View while winning the hearts of homeowners and design competition judges across the country. Pippin’s creativity, innovative solutions, and eye for aesthetics has been honored by the American Institute of Building Design, Lake Norman Home Builders Association, Houzz, Southeast Building Conference, and the Chrysalis Awards. HOW WE WORK DESIGN AWARDS AND COUNTING… 0 NEW & NOTEWORTHY DESIGN AWARDS 2026 Grand ARDA Barefoot Villa 2026 ARDA Award Tree of Life Sanctuary Development […]
- [Blog](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/blog/): Fully Supportive Homes Blog ABOUT The blog At Pippin Home Designs, we explore how the spaces we live in shape our health, wellbeing, and daily experience of life. Our blogs share insights on wellness-focused design, biophilic principles, and the science behind creating homes that truly support people – physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. We also share the story behind Pippin and how it began, rooted in a desire to rethink what homes can do for us. Our founder, Jenny Pippin, shares her personal journey and life-changing experiences that led to her dedicating her work to designing homes that are restorative, accessible, […]
- [About you](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/about-you/): About you After more than 40 years in the industry, we’ve learned how powerful the relationship can be between homeowner and designer, and the tremendous impact a great working relationship has on the overall outcome of the project. When we start a new partnership, it’s a lot like getting to know a new friend. We tune in to what makes each homeowner unique and listen to what their values are to ensure our partnership will be a great fit for everyone involved. Over the years we’ve seen that our best clients tend to possess the following traits and qualities: Have a […]
- [Jenny's Story](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/jennys-story/): JENNY’S STORY Tragedy to Triumph THE WOMAN BEHIND PIPPIN DESIGN: HOW IT BEGAN HOW WE WORK We Help Bring Your Vision into Focus! What our clients say about us For her leadership and vision, she is most deserving of the Green Advocate of the Year Award. She is uniquely qualified to guide other designers and builders in the real-life “lessons learned” towards true sustainability.” GEORGIA TONEY
- [About](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/about-pippin-home-designs/): Meet Our LUXURY HOME DESIGNERS Our MISSION To design luxury custom homes for those who value wellbeing and connection to nature – creating places that enrich how they live and feel every day. OUR GENIUS OUR LUXURY HOME DESIGN PHILOSOPHY We design homes that heal by working in harmony with nature, the land, and the people who live in them. We believe architecture should support human well-being on every level – physical, emotional, and energetic. A truly successful home is not just beautiful; it feels right! Our process begins by listening to the land, following the light, enhancing the views, and […]
- [Articles](https://www.pippinhomedesigns.com/articles/): ARTICLES KNOW-HOW YOU CAN TRUST. These articles are intended to provide an additional layer of support in guiding you through the custom home design process and helping you to make the best decisions for your home, lifestyle, land, and loved ones. Working WITH US The Design PROCESS HEALTHY Home Design Neuroaesthetics & the Science in Design FOREVER HOMES & Aging in Place NEW HOME DESIGN QUESTIONNAIRE The New Home Design Questionnaire is a deep dive – designed to help you clarify everything that’s important to you; how you live, how you want to live, your passions, preferences, needs, and goals. DOWNLOAD
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