New Home Construction
Top 5 Trends in High-End Home Remodeling
High-end home remodeling is all about creating luxurious and sophisticated living spaces that reflect your personal style and elevate your home’s value. As the world of design and architecture evolves, so do the trends in high-end home remodeling. Whether you’re planning a complete Long Island remodel overhaul or a stylish update, staying up to date…
Read More3 Step Process for Finding and Building Your Dream Home
Finding and building your forever home can be extremely stressful. However, if you follow this 3 step process, you will be able to bring these creative dreams to life. Step 1: Find a Location Location is extremely important– creating a beautiful home isn’t so gratifying if you dislike the area it is in. When searching…
Read More6 Benefits of Knocking Down to Rebuild
Knocking down to rebuild is one of our custom home building options. It means you already live in a desirable location but don’t like the house itself, so you decide to start over by knocking down your existing home to rebuild it. If you’re in the right neighborhood, but not the right house, you will…
Read MoreHere’s Why You Should Start your New Construction in the Fall
While it should be noted that the best time of year to start a new construction home is when your family is ready for it, there’s also no denying that certain seasons of the year encourage better conditions for home construction. If building your new home in the fall is in the cards, we believe…
Read MoreCoastal Home Features for Your New Construction Home
The best part of customizing your new construction home is figuring out which design style suits your preferences. With many to choose from, there’s so much to explore about design before making the vision for your new home come to life. One design style that many homeowners choose when undergoing a Long Island remodel is…
Read More5 Reasons Center Island Contracting is the Wise Choice for Home Remodeling
Center Island Contracting is your local, trusted contractor of choice on Long Island, designing, renovating, improving, and building dream homes that last for years to come. We are the wise choice for home remodeling for various reasons because of our commitment to raising the standard and creating the difference. When choosing our design-build firm for…
Read MoreNew Home Construction: Knock Down and Rebuild or Build on Land From our Curated List of Available Lots
Center Island Contracting’s custom home building process makes building your dream home a seamless process from start to finish. When looking for a new home in a great neighborhood, if what’s available on the market doesn’t meet your needs, our process will get you the home you want, in the neighborhood you want at the…
Read MoreHome Exterior Details That Increase Curb Appeal
The exterior of your home says a lot about the interior of your home. It’s the first design element your guests can see, setting the stage for what’s to come. When remodeling your home or building a new one, the exterior design should be just as important as the interior. Follow our tips for home…
Read MoreHow to Design your New Dream House with Functionality and Design in Mind
When designing your dream home, there are many factors to consider to help visualize the big picture. The shiny and new features of the home are exciting but shouldn’t take precedent over the overall design concept of the home and how it fits into your lifestyle. Considering your current living space and what it might…
Read MoreWhere to Save and Where to Splurge on your New Home Construction
When building your new custom home, staying within budget can be difficult when there are so many design options available. Establishing a budget is the only way to stay on track but knowing how to allocate your budget is where it might get complicated. As part of Center Island Contracting’s design-build services, we make sure…
Read MoreClever Ways to Sneak in More Storage in Your New Construction Home
Renovating or building new presents the perfect opportunity to add in much needed storage space to your new home. We can never have too much storage, especially with larger or extended families. Adding storage doesn’t have to compromise your vision for design, either. Talk to the design experts at Center Island Contracting about incorporating as…
Read MoreUpgrades for Your Home Office in East Northport
Home offices need a few key design features to be as efficient as possible. Your home office should provide inspiration, solitude and spark your creative juices. Due to the amount of time spent in the office, sometimes eight or more hours a day, it should also be as comfortable as possible. If you’re part of…
Read MoreWays to Increase Natural Light in Your Remodel or New Construction Home
Natural light is an integral part of any home, making rooms look larger and boosting your serotonin levels. Replicating natural light is what we hope to achieve with interior lighting, but the truth is that natural light can’t be duplicated. As homeowners, we should do everything in our power to increase our home’s natural light.…
Read MorePowder Room Ideas to Make Small Bathrooms Pop in East Northport
It can be fun to experiment with powder rooms, sometimes also referred to as a half bath or guest bathroom. Powder rooms are used by guests, so homeowners should make it feel as welcoming as possible while taking the opportunity to have some fun with the décor. Powder rooms don’t have to be small and…
Read MoreChoosing the Right Design-Build Firm for your New Construction Home
If you’re looking for help with a new construction project, choosing a full-service design-build firm is the way to go. Center Island Contracting’s knowledgeable and talented team of Long Island construction professionals and house remodeling contractors can provide you with all the house building and home design services you need to complete your new construction…
Read MoreHome Remodeling Trends for 2022
As we enter the year 2022 we’re still spending a lot of time at home, with many of us now working from home indefinitely or adopting a hybrid approach that takes us into the office some days and working remotely on the other days. With all these changes in recent years most of us are…
Read MoreThe Latest Must-Have Features to Consider for Your New Build in Bethpage
One of the most appealing features of building a new home is being able to customize it exactly how your family wants it. It’s also exciting to incorporate new and improved home features that will make your home more efficient while increasing the overall value of your home. Center Island Contracting will work with you…
Read More6 Reasons New Construction Homes are Better for the Environment
There are various benefits to building a new home, but one that sticks out to many eco-conscious homeowners is that new construction homes are all around better for the environment. Center Island Contracting has noticed an increase in homeowners who see the value in green homes – specifically lessening their carbon footprint and spending less…
Read More6 Ways to Make your New Construction Home More Energy Efficient
When building a new home with energy efficiency as a top priority, it might be difficult to figure out where to begin. We know investing in smart technology is beneficial, but how can we build a home that maximizes energy efficiency in its design? Having an energy efficient home is good for the environment and…
Read MoreKnock Down and Rebuild in the Neighborhood you Know and Love
If your current home is lacking space or the layout isn’t working for your family anymore, it’s time to consider your options. If you’re in the right neighborhood but not the right house, one option is to knock down and start over. Knocking down and rebuilding is the best of both worlds – a brand…
Read MoreIndoor-Outdoor Living Solutions in Old Bethpage
Outdoor living has become an extension of the home, especially during these times that many of us are staying home more often than before. Your outdoor space doesn’t have to be overly large to be enjoyed, our design experts can utilize every inch of your existing outdoor space to make into the outdoor oasis you…
Read More5 Eco-Friendly Home Building Ideas
Going green has become much more mainstream in recent years, especially when building a new home. Homeowners have been making the effort to update their older homes with more eco-friendly features, but when given the opportunity to start from scratch with a new build, it’s much easier to incorporate these features. Building an eco-friendly home…
Read MoreWhat to Expect in the Custom Home Design Process When Building New in New Castle Laurel
One of the many advantages of building a custom home with Center Island Contracting is having the ability to choose the design and layout of your new home. If you’ve ever dreamed of living in a brand new custom home, there’s no better time than now! If the thought of the custom home building process…
Read MoreTop Reasons to Work with Custom Home Builders
To some, building a custom home might sound like a time-consuming, expensive and daunting task to take on. When it comes to moving into a new home, teaming up with a custom home builder is actually the most streamlined and seamless approach. The key is to work with a reputable firm like Center Island Contracting,…
Read MoreBuilding New with All the Benefits of One-Stop-Shopping
The benefits of one-stop-shopping are clear; they expedite any process and offer convenience among many other advantages. Many people cherish their time and appreciate one-stop-shopping, especially when it comes to the home building or home renovation process. When it comes to building new, allow the benefits of one-stop-shopping work in your favor. Center Island Contracting…
Read MoreBuying New vs. Building New
When starting the process of moving into a new home, it’s important to weigh all options. The decision to buy a new house or build a new house will present itself, and the building experts at Center Island Contracting want you to make an informed decision. Many homeowners spend a lot of time looking for…
Read MoreCenter Island Contracting’s Custom Home Building Process Results in a Brand New Dream Home in Cold Spring Harbor
End the search for the house of your dreams and custom build it exactly as you like with Center Island Contracting. As experienced and custom home build experts and construction contractors, we can help you with every step of the custom home build process. Starting with property search, then custom design and finally, building your…
Read MoreCustomize Your New Construction Home to Reflect Your Personal Taste and Style with Distinctive by Design
Have you always dreamed of living in a brand new home, customized from top to bottom with materials and finishes chosen by you? Our experts can make this dream a reality within your budget. We can help get the home you want in the neighborhood you want within the price you want. Our new construction…
Read MoreTop 5 Benefits of Knocking Down and Rebuilding
Is it time to knock down and start over? The end result of a knock down and rebuild project is the same as a new construction home, with the addition of benefits like staying in the location you love. Center Island Contracting has floor plans designed for the exact lot sizes in the neighborhood you…
Read MoreBenefits of Buying the Ugly Duckling in the Best Neighborhood
Renovate in the right neighborhood is always one of our biggest tips about home remodel projects. Unfortunately, buying the worst home on the best street doesn’t seem attractive to a lot of home buyers. It’s tempting to buy a house that you fall in love with from the start but having patience as well as…
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