For the past several years, Buffum Homes has proudly featured Parade Homes within our own developments, and each year they have been a tremendous success. The Spring 2026 Parade of Homes was no exception. This year, we showcased our Sydney floor plan, one of Buffum Homes’ most popular 1.5-story home designs. Time and time again, homeowners are drawn to this plan because of its thoughtful layout, functional design, and ability to be customized to fit a variety of lifestyles. From the moment visitors arrived, this home made a statement. Its striking modern exterior immediately stood out within the development and offered exceptional curb appeal. The design team selected beautiful masonry accents that perfectly complemented the home’s color palette, creating a sophisticated and welcoming first impression. Every exterior detail was intentionally chosen to enhance the architecture and showcase the home’s unique character. Upon entry to this home, guests are welcomed through impressive double front doors that lead into a warm and inviting foyer. Immediately beyond, the stunning two-story great room creates a grand first impression. An overlooking loft from the second floor enhances the open feel of the space while allowing an abundance of natural daylight to pour throughout the home. A beautiful masonry fireplace chase serves as the focal point of the room, adding warmth, texture, and character to the heart of the home. Just off the foyer is a private office featuring a thoughtfully designed custom built-in, creating the perfect space for working from home, studying, or staying organized. The attention to detail found throughout this space is a great example of the craftsmanship that Buffum Homes is known for. Tucked away off the main living area is the primary suite, a comfortable retreat designed with both beauty and functionality in mind. The bedroom features a stunning tray ceiling accented with white oak detailing, creating a warm and sophisticated atmosphere. The primary bathroom includes a custom tiled shower, private water closet, dual-sink vanity, and a spacious walk-in closet. Every element was carefully considered to maximize both comfort and everyday convenience. Buffum Homes has become known for incorporating unique trim details throughout our homes, and this Parade Home was certainly no exception. From feature walls and ceiling treatments to custom built-ins and carefully crafted millwork, thoughtful details can be found around every corner. The great room flows seamlessly into the dining area and spacious U-shaped kitchen, creating an ideal layout for entertaining and everyday living. This updated version of the Sydney floor plan features a massive walk-in pantry with abundant shelving and countertop space, providing exceptional storage and organization. Within the kitchen, a stunning custom hood vent serves as a beautiful statement piece while built-in nooks offer convenient storage for cooking oils, spices, and other kitchen essentials. Just beyond the kitchen, the mudroom provides a practical transition space from the garage into the home. Complete with custom built-in lockers, a convenient half bath, and a large laundry room, this area was designed to keep daily life organized and efficient. The home also features a spacious three-stall garage, offering plenty of room for vehicles, storage, and recreational equipment. Spanning roughly 1,500 square feet, the main floor was thoughtfully designed to maximize functionality while maintaining an open and inviting feel. Every space serves a purpose while still providing the custom details and architectural features that make this home stand out. Ascending to the second floor, homeowners are welcomed by a spacious open loft overlooking the great room below. This versatile area provides additional living space and can be customized to fit a variety of needs. Whether used as a play area for children or grandchildren, a reading nook, a homework station, or simply a secondary gathering space, the loft adds both functionality and character to the home while maintaining a connection to the main living areas below. Also located on the second floor are three additional bedrooms and a full bathroom, providing plenty of room for family members and guests. The thoughtful layout allows for privacy while still keeping everyone connected through the open loft space. With approximately 1,000 square feet on the upper level, the second floor complements the main level perfectly while adding flexibility for growing families and changing needs over time. The lower level offers just under 1,100 square feet of future finish potential, providing homeowners with the flexibility to expand their living space as their needs evolve. Thoughtfully designed and well laid out, the basement is ready to accommodate a variety of future uses while maintaining excellent flow and functionality. The available space is ideal for adding two future bedrooms, a spacious family room, and a future full bathroom, making it perfect for growing families, hosting guests, or creating additional recreational space. Even with these future living areas, there is still plenty of room remaining for storage, ensuring homeowners have ample space for seasonal items, hobbies, and household essentials. One of the greatest advantages of the Sydney floor plan is its ability to grow alongside its homeowners. While the home already offers approximately 2,500 square feet of beautifully finished above-grade living space, completing the lower level would bring the total finished living area to over 3,600 square feet. This creates a truly expansive home that provides exceptional flexibility, comfort, and long-term value. In its current configuration, this home offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and approximately 2,500 square feet above grade. With a future lower level finish, homeowners have the opportunity to expand to 6 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and over 3,600 square feet of finished living space. The flexibility built into this design is one of the many reasons the Sydney continues to be one of our most requested floor plans. This home was filled with thoughtful details and custom touches throughout. From the carefully selected finishes and trim work to the intentional layout decisions, every aspect of the home was designed to maximize space, natural light, and everyday functionality. The result is a home that not only looks beautiful but also lives exceptionally well for years to come. It was a pleasure featuring this home in the Parade of Homes and welcoming so many visitors through its doors. We always enjoy the opportunity to showcase our craftsmanship, creativity, and attention to detail while sharing the quality that Buffum Homes brings to every project throughout West Michigan. As you browse through the photos below, we hope you’ll find inspiration for your own future home and discover ideas that fit your lifestyle and vision. Whether it is a favorite finish, layout feature, built-in detail, or design element, this home is a great example of how personalized a Buffum Home can be. When you’re ready to begin your custom home journey, we’d love to help create a customized version of the Sydney floor plan tailored specifically to your family’s needs, style, and goals. We can’t wait to help bring your dream home to life.

This kitchen remodel started with the homeowner’s wish to have a large window to overlook a beautiful backyard and pond. The updated space features an earth-tone palette that echoes the natural tones now visible from the large window over the sink. The updated floor plan offers ample space for multiple cooks as well as guest thanks to both an island and a peninsula with seating. Finish selections include professional grade appliances, custom Candlelight Cabinetry in Designer White and Rustic Hickory and Cambria quartz countertops in Everest.

Ms. Homeowner’s townhome Primary Bathroom was a cookie-cutter, builder-grade space that she wanted upgraded and updated. The shower tile was discolored and mildewed; the traditional vanity tile floor and tub deck were also outdated. Our client wanted an accessible bathroom she could age in place in featuring an updated, modern yet timeless and elegant design, with better storage all within a conservative budget. The main challenge in this project was to transform the space and raise the design quotient within the requested budget. We kept the basic footprint, preserved the existing maple doors and trim, saved and re-used the bathtub, purchased a sleek pre-fabricated, vanity which included the countertop and sinks. We reserved some of the budget for high impact items, upgrading fixtures and finishes in every area. We made the shower safer and more visually open by installing a curbless, barrier-free floor, and a frameless glass shower door and panels. We extended the tub deck into the shower area which is a functioning bench and product shelf. We replaced all of the tile, faucets, hardware and accessories with sleek chrome components. A client-requested, high quality commode with a remote controlled Toto washlet seat was installed. The eye-catching color scheme, based on the new vanity and countertop is a balance of rich, dark neutrals paired with crisp whites, bright chrome fixtures, and turquoise wall paint which beautifully coordinates with the existing natural maple doors and trim.

A quaint cottage on the peninsula between Lauderdale and Middle Lakes was ready for some upgrades. Our client was looking for more space to accommodate visiting friends and family. They wanted to spend more time at this home during the off-season, which meant making some adjustments to the interior. The design we created included opening up a wall between the small kitchen and living area and converting a tiny bedroom into a mudroom at the entrance, which created a welcoming feeling upon entrance as one can now see the lake as soon as they set foot into the home. Our client is able to entertain at the sleek and modern kitchen with commercial grade appliances, quartz countertops and stone fireplace and kitchen backsplash. The guest bath on the main floor was also given an update with a tile shower, glass doors and updated vanity. The original oak flooring was refinished and looks absolutely beautiful.

This Charlotte family home needed a rejuvenation. Its original builder-grade cabinets and countertops were outdated and in need of an update. The kitchen had a classic c-shaped peninsula design that worked well for the family, but the dark, worn-out cabinets and laminate countertops were no longer stylish. So, we made some smart updates. The first change was replacing the built-in desk with a full-height pantry, giving the family ample storage space and easier access to everyday pantry items with roll-out trays. We also lowered the height of the peninsula’s knee wall, creating a larger and more functional counter space. The stainless steel apron sink added a touch of modern elegance. We also increased the cabinet height with crown molding. The old backsplash was replaced with a brightening glass tile and under cabinet lighting. The family went on vacation and returned to a brand new kitchen in just 5 days, from start to finish.

Michelle's master bathroom was ready to be updated from the original builder grade materials. The vision was clear: modernize the space while retaining certain elements, blending the old with the new, creating a space that felt updated, timeless, and functional. The existing shower was completely reimagined to a custom size. Michelle chose Tru Marmi Venatino large format tiles for her shower walls and main floor, then finished the style with a matching 4” hexagon tile for her shower floor for an elegant matching look. She opted to boost the storage of her shower by adding two oversized recessed niches along with a recessed shaving niche and then accented these areas with the Gable Victoria Marble Mosaic Tile. A large freestanding bathtub became the centerpiece and was accented with a Delta floor mount tub filler, including the hand shower for added convenience. The vanity area was upgraded with two new Mencino satin nickel and clear glass lights, providing ample illumination. Additionally, new Fresca Luminosa Lighted medicine cabinets were installed as her main mirrors, offering modern storage solutions with flattering integrated side lighting. The bathroom, closet, and water closet flooring received a significant upgrade with Tru Marmi Venatino 12x24 matte tiles, laid in a ⅓ offset pattern and grouted with 335 Winter Gray for a cohesive look. The remodel went beyond Michelle's expectations, transforming her master bathroom into a seamless blend of modern elegance and functionality.

The transformation is perhaps best viewed from the townhome’s entrance: what used to be a dark corridor is now an expansive view of a light-filled, open first floor. At the heart of this home is the updated kitchen with its white cabinets, soapstone countertops and farmhouse sink. Professional grade appliances make cooking a delight while family members and friends can sit at the counter on barstools. Modern chandeliers and recessed lighting throughout the first floor contribute to its warm and cohesive feel. Braswell Design+Build Photographer Greg Hadley

Bathroom Remodel in Volusia County, FL This complete bathroom remodel in Volusia County transformed an outdated builder-grade bathroom into a clean, modern, and functional space. Our team removed the dated wallpaper and flooring, then updated the room with high-quality finishes designed to improve both style and durability. Project Highlights Removed outdated wallpaper Installed luxury waterproof flooring Fresh interior paint throughout New bathtub installation Custom tile tub surround Built-in shower niche for convenient storage New plumbing fixtures and valves New vanity with quartz countertop Updated trim and finishing details The finished bathroom offers a bright, timeless appearance with easy-to-maintain materials and upgraded plumbing fixtures that enhance both comfort and value. Every detail was completed with craftsmanship and attention to quality, creating a space that will serve the homeowners for years to come. Looking for a bathroom remodel in Volusia County? We specialize in complete bathroom renovations, custom tile showers, bathtub replacements, quartz countertops, flooring installation, and full bathroom remodeling throughout Volusia County and surrounding Central Florida communities.

This kitchen remodel started with the homeowner’s wish to have a large window to overlook a beautiful backyard and pond. The updated space features an earth-tone palette that echoes the natural tones now visible from the large window over the sink. The updated floor plan offers ample space for multiple cooks as well as guest thanks to both an island and a peninsula with seating. Finish selections include professional grade appliances, custom Candlelight Cabinetry in Designer White and Rustic Hickory and Cambria quartz countertops in Everest.

This home had a functional but builder grade kitchen that the client wished to update. We replaced the countertop with new granite, refaced the perimeter cabinetry with Walzcraft doors and drawer fronts in Linen Solid Tone. The island cabinetry was refaced in Walzcraft Maple Mediterranean stain. We removed an old compactor and constructed a new drawer base, added rollouts to some of the base cabinets, a spice pullout and blind corner pullout on the island. Backsplash tile and new undercabinet lighting was installed. New light fixtures were installed, the powder room updated, and painting performed.

Bathroom Remodel in Volusia County, FL This complete bathroom remodel in Volusia County transformed an outdated builder-grade bathroom into a clean, modern, and functional space. Our team removed the dated wallpaper and flooring, then updated the room with high-quality finishes designed to improve both style and durability. Project Highlights Removed outdated wallpaper Installed luxury waterproof flooring Fresh interior paint throughout New bathtub installation Custom tile tub surround Built-in shower niche for convenient storage New plumbing fixtures and valves New vanity with quartz countertop Updated trim and finishing details The finished bathroom offers a bright, timeless appearance with easy-to-maintain materials and upgraded plumbing fixtures that enhance both comfort and value. Every detail was completed with craftsmanship and attention to quality, creating a space that will serve the homeowners for years to come. Looking for a bathroom remodel in Volusia County? We specialize in complete bathroom renovations, custom tile showers, bathtub replacements, quartz countertops, flooring installation, and full bathroom remodeling throughout Volusia County and surrounding Central Florida communities.

This Charlotte family home needed a rejuvenation. Its original builder-grade cabinets and countertops were outdated and in need of an update. The kitchen had a classic c-shaped peninsula design that worked well for the family, but the dark, worn-out cabinets and laminate countertops were no longer stylish. So, we made some smart updates. The first change was replacing the built-in desk with a full-height pantry, giving the family ample storage space and easier access to everyday pantry items with roll-out trays. We also lowered the height of the peninsula’s knee wall, creating a larger and more functional counter space. The stainless steel apron sink added a touch of modern elegance. We also increased the cabinet height with crown molding. The old backsplash was replaced with a brightening glass tile and under cabinet lighting. The family went on vacation and returned to a brand new kitchen in just 5 days, from start to finish.

This home had a functional but builder grade kitchen that the client wished to update. We replaced the countertop with new granite, refaced the perimeter cabinetry with Walzcraft doors and drawer fronts in Linen Solid Tone. The island cabinetry was refaced in Walzcraft Maple Mediterranean stain. We removed an old compactor and constructed a new drawer base, added rollouts to some of the base cabinets, a spice pullout and blind corner pullout on the island. Backsplash tile and new undercabinet lighting was installed. New light fixtures were installed, the powder room updated, and painting performed.

The carrera marble tile has a subtle, translucent effect that looks even more luminous close up. The large undermount sink is extra deep and made of commercial grade stainless steel.

Carstensen Homes updated the whole kitchen: - character hickory grade flooring, - alder cabinets - stainless steel appliances - giallo ornamental granite counter tops

At the heart of this home is the updated kitchen with its white cabinets, soapstone countertops and farmhouse sink. Professional grade appliances make cooking a delight while family members and friends can sit at the counter on barstools. Modern chandeliers and recessed lighting throughout the first floor contribute to its warm and cohesive feel. Braswell Design+Build Photographer Greg Hadley

After purchasing their first home, a 3-bedroom 2 1/2 bathroom condo unit in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood, our clients came to us for help with updating the 1990s era interiors. On our first visit, we saw lots of golden oak - cabinets, floors, windows, trim. We started by tearing out the inexpensive developer-grade finishes and replacing them with quality materials capable of withstanding the test of time. We designed custom cabinetry with interior fittings tailored to the particular needs of our client and assisted with the selection of all the interior finishes. Our clients love their new home and the fact that it's interiors are as stylish as their new neighborhood.

First home, savvy art owners, decided to hire RBD to design their recently purchased two story, four bedroom, midcentury Diamond Heights home to merge their new parenthood and love for entertaining lifestyles. Hired two months prior to the arrival of their baby boy, RBD was successful in installing the nursery just in time. The home required little architectural spatial reconfiguration given the previous owner was an architect, allowing RBD to focus mainly on furniture, fixtures and accessories while updating only a few finishes. New paint grade paneling added a needed midcentury texture to the entry, while an existing site for sore eyes radiator, received a new walnut cover creating a built-in mid-century custom headboard for the guest room, perfect for large art and plant decoration. RBD successfully paired furniture and art selections to connect the existing material finishes by keeping fabrics neutral and complimentary to the existing finishes. The backyard, an SF rare oasis, showcases a hanging chair and custom outdoor floor cushions for easy lounging, while a stylish midcentury heated bench allows easy outdoor entertaining in the SF climate. Photography Credit: Scott Hargis Photography

With a lengthy list of ideas about how to transform their backyard, the clients were excited to see what we could do. Existing features on site needed to be updated and in-cooperated within the design. The view from each angle of the property was already outstanding and we didn't want the design to feel out of place. We had to make the grade changes work to our advantage, each separate space had to have a purpose. The client wanted to use the property for charity events, so a large flat turf area was constructed at the back of the property, perfect for setting up tables, chairs and a stage if needed. It also created the perfect look out point into the back of the property, dropping off into a ravine. A lot of focus throughout the project was the plant selection. With a large amount of garden beds, we wanted to maintain a clean and formal look, while still offering seasonal interest. We did this by edging the beds with boxwoods, adding white hydrangeas throughout the beds for constant colour, and subtle pops of purple and yellow. This along with the already breathtaking natural backdrop of the space, is more than enough to make this project stand out. Photographer: Jason Hartog Photography