Novarum Homes

Field Notes

Notes from the workshop.

Essays on classical design, building science, and what it takes to build well in East Texas.

All Essays

A five-bay colonial farmhouse elevation

Why Classical?

The case for the old way, and the honest, modern way to get it.
A custom home at framing stage under a blue East Texas sky

What It Really Costs to Build in East Texas

Real numbers, what “per square foot” hides, and how we price honestly.
Fresh cedar shingles laid by hand on a steep roof

What the Wait Buys You

On craftsmanship, patience, and details that outlast trends.

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