Episodes 65
Avg. Duration 36m
Activity Dormant
Apple Rating 5.0 (42)
Since Apr 2020
Latest Episode Oct 2025

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About This Podcast

Considering building your dream home? The Art of Custom, hosted by Kim Hibbs MCGP & owner of Hibbs Homes, takes you through the custom home building process from start to finish. Each episode is packed with tips and advice for homeowners who want to know more about the home building process. From what to expect during architecture and design - and how to get the greatest value from your investment - we explore a variety of topics as they relate to the home building experience. Take a deep dive into the world of custom construction as the Hibbs Homes team prepares you for your dream home design-build project.

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S8E7 From Dream to Reality: Wrapping Up Pre-Construction Planning

Oct 21, 2025 34m

Gets you plans permit-ready and prepare for a smooth build. The preconstruction finish line is in sight! It's almost go time, and we're going through those last checkmarks on your custom build to-do…

S8E6 Value Engineering: Smarter Design, Same Dream Home

Oct 07, 2025 24m

Luxury isn't about the amount you spend or square footage, and value engineering is the key to getting the most out of your space and spend... In this episode of The Art of Custom, we break down the…

S8E5 Avoid a Budget Breakdown: Inside Project Estimating

Sep 23, 2025 37m

Your budget sets the bar for your project, here's how to help your builder nail it.  Estimating and budgeting are among the most stressful parts of building a custom home. Hibbs Luxury Homes…

S8E4 The Steps You Can Take to Design the Perfect Floor Plans

Sep 09, 2025 31m

Your dream home should look great and live even better! Architect Chris Campbell of Walk Your Plans St. Louis joins us to discuss how walking your floor plan at full scale can transform the design…

S8E3 Build Your Dream Team: Tips for Selecting Your Architect, Designer & Builder

Aug 26, 2025 22m

Custom home building takes a team. In this episode, Kim and Melody explain why your builder, architect, and designer are the “dream team” for a smooth build. Learn when to bring them in, how they…

S8E1 Lot Logic: Choosing the Right Land for Your Custom Home

Aug 12, 2025 24m

Not all land is created equal. Hibbs Homes’ Chris Pedigo joins us to reveal the hidden costs and red flags of lot selection. From topography and utilities to setbacks and HOA rules, learn how to…

S8E1 Start Smart: Custom Home Planning, Timelines & Goal Setting

Jul 29, 2025 22m

Every successful custom home starts with a clear plan. And the very first step in that plan is defining your goals, vision and timeline.   This season of The Art of Custom is focused on all of the…

S7E10 The Homes that Built Hibbs Homes | 20 Houses for 20 Years

Jul 08, 2025 26m

In this episode of "The Art of Custom," we close out our journey of 20 homes for 20 years by exploring the homes that built the builder and the legacy they launched. Join us as we delve into the…

S7E9 People First Approach to Design+Build | 20 Houses for 20 Years

Jun 17, 2025 36m Transcript

We are taking a deep dive into the world of building homes that are expertly crafted around the people who inhabit them. From homes fine-tuned to the nuances of sensory needs to designing homes that…

S7E8 Elevated Building in the Wasatch Back | 20 Homes for 20 Years

Jun 03, 2025 37m Transcript

In today's episode we journey to the luxury resort communities of Park City, Utah, where the breathtaking landscapes of Sky Ridge and Tuhaye where our clients are taking elevated living to new…

S7E7 Estate Style Homes that Make a Statement | 20 Houses for 20 Years

May 20, 2025 27m Transcript

In this episode, we step inside two breathtaking estate-style homes that blend classic European architecture with modern luxury living. From the sun-warmed clay tile roof and creamy stucco of a…

S7E6 Standout Infills That Fit Right In | 20 Houses for 20 Years

May 13, 2025 18m

Building a home in an area known for it’s charm and character is a challenge. But with the right team in place, you can build something that fits right in with a 100-year-old home but has the…

Navigating the Tariff Tangle: What You Need to Know About Building in 2025

May 05, 2025 12m Bonus Transcript

We've all heard the buzz around tariffs in the construction world. There's been a lot of chatter and it can feel pretty overwhelming. Homeowners are scratching their heads, not knowing how these…

S7E5 Modern Mountain vs. Modern Farmhouse | 20 Houses for 20 Years

Apr 15, 2025 36m Transcript

In today's episode, we continue our walk through 20 Houses for 20 Year by taking a deep dive into the world of design with a discussion on two distinct yet timeless styles: Modern Mountain and Modern…

S7E4 Building a High-Performance Legacy | 20 Houses for 20 Years

Apr 01, 2025 55m Transcript

We’re revisiting two groundbreaking projects that left a lasting impact not just on our company, but on the global home-building community. First, we sit down with homeowners David and Thuy Smith to…

S7E3 Hibbs Gives Hope | 20 Houses for 20 Years

Mar 18, 2025 42m

Home is a life changing concept. And over the last two decades we’ve had the honor of bringing home to so many amazing and deserving people. To celebrate this, we’re looking back on a few projects…

Bonus Episode: Market Update from #IBS2025

Mar 11, 2025 9m Bonus

From the International Builders Show, the Hibbs Homes team gives a housing market update. From what’s happening with pricing to how the existing home inventory & land will impact building in 2025.

S7E2 Breaking the Midwestern Mold | 20 Houses for 20 Years

Mar 04, 2025 32m

In this episode of The Art of Custom, we’re diving into the world of midcentury modern architecture - a style that was far from the midwestern mold when these two award-winning homes were built. We…

S7E1 Big Dreams, Big Designs | 20 Houses for 20 Years

Feb 25, 2025 53m

We are back with a new season! To celebrate twenty years building dream homes, this season we are taking you through twenty projects that have shaped our approach to building. Learn about the process…

S6E11 Lend Us Your Ear: The Latest News in Construction Lending in 2024

Feb 21, 2024 13m Bonus

Curious about the ever-changing world of construction financing? In this special bonus episode, we sit down with friend of the show, Trisha McConkey, to talk about the latest in lending. From…

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How many episodes does The Art of Custom have?

The Art of Custom has published 65 episodes since April 2020, covering topics in Arts, Design.

Is The Art of Custom still active?

The Art of Custom is currently dormant with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 36m.

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