Published: August 2026 If you’ve been thinking about remodeling your home, August is one of the most important months of the year to make a decision. Every fall, many homeowners in Virginia Beach begin thinking ahead to Thanksgiving gatherings, holiday entertaining, and welcoming family into their homes. It’s also when many realize their kitchen feels […]
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Best Kitchen Layouts for Entertaining in Virginia Beach Homes
Designing a Kitchen That Brings People Together In Virginia Beach, the kitchen is rarely just a place to cook. It’s where summer evenings end after a day on the water, where friends gather during football season, and where holiday traditions come to life around food, conversation, and family. From waterfront homes in Bay Colony and […]
Remodel, Move, or Build New? How Virginia Beach Homeowners Can Make the Right Decision in 2026
Should I Remodel My Home, Buy a New One, or Build New Construction? For many Virginia Beach homeowners, the decision is no longer simply “should we move or renovate.” Instead, it often comes down to three paths: Each option can be the right answer depending on your goals, budget, property, and long-term plans. At VB […]
The Design-Build Advantage in Coastal Virginia: Why VB Homes Is the Smart Choice for Your Custom Home or Remodel
If you’re planning a custom home or major renovation in Coastal Virginia, choosing the right team is the single most important decision you’ll make. The design-build approach simplifies the process, reduces risk, and delivers better results—and at VB Homes Design Build, it’s the foundation of everything we do. What Is Design-Build (And Why It Matters […]
From Service Room to Command Center: Reclaiming the Heart of Your Home
If you walk into a home built in the 1970s or 80s in neighborhoods like Great Neck or Bay Colony, you’ll likely find a familiar sight: a kitchen tucked behind a wall, a formal dining room that only sees a tablecloth twice a year, and a lower cabinet system that requires a flashlight and a […]
Beyond the Cosmetic: How a High-Performance Remodel Saves Your Older Virginia Beach Home
Let’s be honest: nobody scrolls through Pinterest dreaming of air-sealed top plates or variable-speed blowers. We dream of the waterfall islands, the spa-like primary baths, and the perfect coastal color palette. But if you live in one of Virginia Beach’s established neighborhoods—like Bay Colony, Great Neck, or Shadowlawn—you know that a “pretty” house can still […]
Portfolio Highlight: The Cape Retreat
At VB Homes, we love turning dreams into reality, and one of our favorite projects, The Cape Retreat, is a shining example. Completed in 2018, this gorgeous North End Oceanfront home underwent a whole-home evolution, transforming both its interior and exterior into a modern coastal masterpiece. We’re pulling this one out of the archives to […]
From “Someday” to Scheduled: How to Turn a Home Idea into a Real Plan This Year
Every January, we talk with homeowners who say the same thing: “We’ve been talking about this project for years—we just haven’t taken the next step.” If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Whether it’s a custom home, a major renovation, or an addition, many great ideas stay stuck in the “someday” phase—not because they aren’t […]
