When most people begin shopping for a new home, they often find themselves choosing between two extremes.
On one side are production builders offering a limited menu of floor plans, finishes, and options. On the other side are fully custom homes that can be expensive, time-consuming, and overwhelming for many buyers.
But what if there was an option between the two?
What if you could enjoy the efficiency and value of a proven floor plan while still creating a home that reflects the way your family actually lives?
This is what differentiates Michael’s Homes from other builders.
We believe in crafting homes around your lifestyle.
The Problem with One-Size-Fits-All Homes
Many production builders operate much like an assembly line.
They offer a handful of floor plans and a selection center where you can choose paint colors, flooring, and countertops. While those choices are important, the reality is that many buyers need more than cosmetic options.
They need a home that works for their life.
Perhaps you need:
- A larger pantry
- A home office
- A second primary suite
- A larger laundry room
- A dedicated homeschool space
- Additional storage
- Expanded outdoor living areas
- Multi-generational living accommodations
Unfortunately, many builders simply don’t allow significant floor plan changes because it slows down their production process.
The result?
Families often settle for a home that almost works instead of one that truly fits their needs.
Crafting a Home Around Your Lifestyle
At Michael’s Homes, we start with thoughtfully designed floor plans that have been proven to work for today’s families.
Then we take it a step further.
Rather than forcing you to adapt your lifestyle to a floor plan, we work with you to modify and personalize many of our plans so they better align with how your family lives.
Need a larger covered patio for entertaining?
Want to convert a formal dining room into a home office?
Need additional space for aging parents or adult children?
Looking for a larger primary suite or expanded kitchen?
These are the types of conversations we enjoy having.
Because your family is unique—and your home should reflect that.
Not Fully Custom. Not Production. Just Right.
Many people hear the phrase “custom home” and immediately assume it means expensive.
In reality, our approach gives buyers the best of both worlds.
You aren’t paying to design a home completely from scratch.
Instead, you’re starting with a proven floor plan and making meaningful modifications that improve functionality, comfort, and livability.
This approach often provides:
- Greater design flexibility
- Faster build times than fully custom homes
- Lower costs than starting from scratch
- A more personalized living experience
- Better long-term satisfaction
We call this the sweet spot between production and custom.
Quality Beyond Builder Grade
Floor plan flexibility is only part of the story.
Many builders focus heavily on square footage while minimizing costs behind the scenes. At Michael’s Homes, we believe the materials and craftsmanship matter just as much as the floor plan itself.
That’s why we include features that are often a step above what you’ll find in many production homes.
Premium Paint
We use Sherwin-Williams Cashmere Flat Paint rather than basic builder-grade paint. The result is a richer appearance, better coverage, and improved durability.
Lifetime-Warrantied Plumbing Fixtures
Our Moen plumbing fixtures are designed for long-term performance and backed by a lifetime warranty. These aren’t simply the entry-level fixtures commonly found in many new construction homes.
Upgraded Flooring and Countertops
We select products that offer improved durability, appearance, and value rather than choosing the least expensive options available.
Stronger Framing Practices
We continue to frame on 16-inch centers, helping create a stronger, more rigid structure.
Rounded Drywall Corners
These provide a softer architectural look while reducing the likelihood of corner damage over time.
30-Year Algae-Resistant Shingles
Designed to help protect your investment while maintaining curb appeal for years to come.
Enhanced HVAC Comfort
On many larger homes, we include an additional return air vent in the primary suite to improve airflow and whole-house comfort.
Hot and Cold Exterior Hose Bibs
A feature homeowners love for washing vehicles, bathing pets, gardening, and outdoor projects.
The Michael’s Homes Difference
At the end of the day, buying a home isn’t about choosing a floor plan.
It’s about creating a place where your family will live, gather, celebrate milestones, and make memories for years to come.
That’s why we don’t believe in simply building houses.
We believe in crafting homes around your lifestyle.
By combining above-builder-grade standards with the flexibility to personalize many of our floor plans, we’re able to provide something many buyers struggle to find:
A home that feels uniquely theirs without the complexity and expense of a fully custom build.
Looking for a Home That Fits the Way You Live?
If you’ve been frustrated by builders who won’t allow meaningful changes to their floor plans, we’d love to show you a different approach.
At Michael’s Homes, we’re committed to helping families create homes that reflect their needs, priorities, and lifestyle—because no two families are exactly alike. We can build on your land or ours.
Discover the difference of a Lifestyle-Crafted Home and see why more Middle Tennessee families are choosing Michael’s Homes. Now serving, Woodbury, Winchester, Wartrace, Shelbyville, Jasper, Manchester, Beechgrove, Smithville, Auburntown, Lascassas, Murfreeboro, Smyrna and LaVergne.
