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How to Choose the Right Floor Plan for Your Pinellas County Lot

Stunning Elevated Home with 2 Stories Plus Ground-Level Patio with Modern Pool by WinWay Homes

You’ve finally found a lot in St. Petersburg, Clearwater, or one of our surrounding Pinellas County beach communities to build your dream home. Or maybe you’re still looking, but you’re already browsing floor plans and imagining what your future home could look like. This is the fun part of building a new custom home! However,…

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What Makes a Coastal Modern Home Feel Timeless? Designs for a Florida Lifestyle

WinWay Homes Coastal Modern 2-Story Home with Light Siding, Stone Accents, Teal Front Door and 2-Car Garage with Team Door

Coastal modern design is having a moment. Forget trendy, starfish kitsch. Think calm, natural, and comfortable, with designs connected to soothing waterfront views. In Pinellas County, a custom home should feel at ease in the Florida sun, salt air, and frequent breezes. It should look fresh and luxurious today, but still feel beautiful years from…

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Financing Options for Building Your New, Custom Home in Pinellas County

Exterior View of New Cottage Style Home by WinWay Homes in Pale Gray, White Trim, and Columned Porch with Stone Accents Under a Tree

When you build a custom home in St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Gulfport, Seminole, or one of the surrounding Pinellas County coastal communities, one of the biggest early decisions you’ll make is how to finance the project. New construction financing can look a little different from buying an existing home, because you’re not just purchasing a finished…

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How to Design Energy Efficiency Into a Custom Home in Pinellas County, Florida

Beautiful Kitchen with Custom Lighting and Contemporary Appliances Designed for Energy Efficiency

There’s a common misconception that a custom home can be beautiful, comfortable, or energy-efficient, but not all three. At WinWay Homes, we see it a bit differently. When we build custom homes in St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Gulfport, Seminole, or nearby Pinellas County communities, energy efficiency is part of each beautiful home design from day one.…

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Tips for Building a New Vacation Home in Pinellas County, Florida

Custom home built by Winway Homes using Nassau floor plan

A Pinellas County vacation home is one of those dreams that’s easy to picture: Morning coffee on the lanai, beach afternoons, sunset dinners, and a place your family can return to year after year. However, building a second home in a coastal community like St. Petersburg, Clearwater, or Gulfport is a very specific kind of…

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Does WinWay Homes Design and Build Swimming Pools In St. Petersburg?

Custom pool with pavers and enclosed

Yes! And the best part is how seamlessly we can do it. At WinWay Homes, we design and build fully custom homes for coastal living across Pinellas County. And when your dream home includes a resort-style backyard, we can collaborate with our sister company, WinWay Pools, a local expert in luxury, in-ground swimming pools and…

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The Difference From Day 1: What to Expect During Your WinWay Custom Home Build

New WinWay Custom Home with 2 Stories, Blue Siding and White Trim, Stone Details, and New Landscaping with Palm Tree

Building a custom home in Pinellas County should feel exciting — not overwhelming. At WinWay Homes, we believe the best builds start with a simple promise: You’ll never feel like you’re guessing what happens next. When you choose WinWay to build your new home, you can expect a full-service, concierge-level experience, including clear communication, smart…

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5 Ways an Elevator Can Add Value to Your New Custom Home

White and Brown Exterior of the Marbella New Home Floor Plan with Multiple Stories and an Elevator

If you’re dreaming of a custom home in St. Petersburg or elsewhere in Pinellas County, chances are you’re picturing a multi-story layout or an elevated design for coastal living. This is where one luxury feature can add long-term value for your new home investment: a residential elevator. At WinWay Homes, we’ve found that many homeowners…

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Finishing Touches That Matter: High-Impact Upgrades for Your St. Pete Custom Home

Spa-Style Bathroom with Shower/Wet Room & Free-Standing Tub | WinWay Custom Homes St. Petersburg

Building a custom home in scenic St. Petersburg can be a thrilling experience, especially when you partner with a full-service custom builder who can design around your lot, lifestyle, and priorities. And custom building offers so many options: granite kitchen islands, state-of-the-art appliances, a floor-to-ceiling tiled bathroom … and the list goes on. But all…

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