For Cole and Sydney Ehrlin, the dream of building their perfect home started with a vision – not just of the house itself, but of the life they wanted to create within its walls. They were looking for more than just a place to live; they wanted a forever home where they could grow their family and create lasting memories.

THE CHALLENGE: FINDING THE RIGHT BUILDER

Like many couples embarking on their first custom home journey, the Ehrlins approached the process with a mix of excitement and apprehension. “Our hopes were to build a forever home that we could grow a family in,” they share. “We wanted to build what we wanted rather than a predetermined plan.”

However, as first-time custom home builders, they worried about finding a builder who would understand their vision and guide them through the process. “Our fears were that it would be hard to find a builder that would be understanding and patient with us since we didn’t know what we were doing.”

THE PARAGON DIFFERENCE: COLLABORATION FROM DAY ONE

From their first meeting with Mark at Paragon Homes, the Ehrlins knew they had found someone who would treat their dream home as more than just another project. The moment that solidified their confidence came during the budget planning phase.

“Mark listened to all of our wants and needs, then sat us down to go through every detail with the budget,” they recall. “He was able to bring us down where we needed to be but still make the perfect home that we wanted.“

A TRULY CUSTOM EXPERIENCE

What set the Paragon Homes experience apart was the level of involvement offered to the Ehrlins throughout the entire building process. “We were allowed to be as involved as we wanted,” they note, adding with a smile, “probably more involved than Mark would have liked at times. However, we were never made to feel that way and felt that we were a part of building our home.“

This hands-on approach meant that every detail of their home has a story behind it. “We love every aspect of our home,” they share. “We were able to help with every detail, which is very fun to tell everyone.”

COMMUNICATION THAT CREATES COMFORT 

Throughout the building process, Mark’s commitment to open communication and quick problem-solvinggave the Ehrlins peace of mind. “With any issue or question that arose, we could count on a quick responseand resolution from Mark,” they explain. This constant communication and updates brought them comfort, confidence & certainty during what can often be a stressful process.

THE RESULT: A DREAM REALIZED 

Today, the Ehrlins have exactly what they hoped for – a custom home that perfectly matches their vision and lifestyle. Their experience with Paragon Homes transformed what could have been an overwhelming process into an enjoyable journey of creating their perfect home.
“We would absolutely recommend Mark with Paragon Homes,” they emphasize. “We were able to feel like we built our house without putting up a wall. Our home is exactly how we envisioned it thanks to Paragon Homes.”

Looking back on their journey, the Ehrlins particularly appreciate Mark’s approach: kind and honest while giving helpful suggestions to complement their ideas. For them, building with Paragon Homes wasn’t just about constructing a house – it was about bringing their dream home to life through a collaborative, transparent, and enjoyable process.

Ready to start your custom home journey? Contact Paragon Homes to learn how we can help bring your vision to life with the same dedication, transparency, and attention to detail that made the Ehrlins’ dream home a reality.