A real-life example of how to downsize your home for retirement without sacrificing comfort. Learn about smart floor plans, flexible spaces, outdoor living, and more.
10 essential questions to ask a custom home builder before you hire, from the design-build process and communication to craftsmanship and support. JMH_Blog_ Things to ask a custo…
How long does it take to build a custom home in Jacksonville? Learn the typical 11–18 month timeline, key construction stages and factors that can affect your schedule.
Wondering if you should build a custom home in 2027? Learn why now could be the ideal time to create a home designed around your lifestyle in Northeast Florida.
If you’re wondering about the must-haves when building a custom home, here’s the advice we give our own clients before the first plans are drawn.
Learn how to avoid delays in custom home building with practical tips from our design-build team. We’re here to help you plan smarter and stay on schedule.
Learn how to choose a floor plan that fits your lifestyle, future needs, and family routines in Northeast Florida.
Planning a multigenerational home in Northeast Florida? Learn what works, what to avoid, and how John Merrill Homes designs for real family life.
Should you wait to build a custom home in Northeast Florida? Here’s why many buyers are moving forward now despite market hesitation.
Adam Merrill reflects on 10 years of custom home building, the projects that shaped the company, and what they’ve learned along the way.
Smart coastal living design ideas for Florida homes with durable materials, storm-ready details, and real-world advice for NE Florida beach living.
When people ask, how much per square foot to build a custom luxury home?, the short answer is: it depends.
You don’t need to have every detail figured out before you talk to us. Tell us about the property, the house you’re imagining, or what’s no longer working in the home you have.
