Fischer & Frichtel Blog

When you think of home design there are dozens of styles to consider: contemporary, colonial, modern, country, traditional, French country, craftsman, split, ranch, New England, Victorian—the list goes on and on.  What style fits your design personality? Read the rest of this entry »

Custom St. Louis and St. Charles homes tend to showcase at least one room that exhibits a ceiling that really stands out. The top of a room is one of the most underutilized and underrated areas in your home. This space really gives homeowners the opportunity to express their style in various ways. Gaining a basic understanding of different types of ceilings will help you decide which style will best fit your personality when designing your custom home. Read the rest of this entry »

If you’re like most homeowners, the thought of preparing a custom themed table for Thanksgiving may send your head spinning. When the holiday’s approach, we find ourselves rushing around like mad men to get our custom homes and dining areas ready for the special occasion. Luckily, in our world of DIY projects, there are countless solutions to your “plain jane” table dilemma. Read the rest of this entry »

At Fischer & Frichtel, we have been helping the greater St. Louis area build their custom dream homes for decades. More important than selling you a custom home, we want to build you a new home within a community you can’t wait to be a part of. Designing a custom home takes time, patience and expertise—all of which we have perfected throughout our years of experience. Read the rest of this entry »

Have you ever walked into a custom built home that had a chandelier in it and not noticed it? Doubtful. Chandeliers have the ability to transform a room into a conversation piece, from simple and contemporary to traditional and decorative. Choosing a chandelier for your Fischer & Frichtel custom home can be a daunting task. Read the rest of this entry »

For centuries, fireplaces have kept their place in homes and family rooms. The fundamentals of the simple design have remained but the visual customizations of the fireplace now range from simple to elaborate. Originally, fireplaces were used out of necessity; now custom homeowners around the country, including the St. Louis and St. Charles area, are choosing to include them in their home as a featured showpiece. Read the rest of this entry »

Buyers turn to St. Louis homebuilder Fischer and Frichtel because they want everything they’re looking for in their future home—and are struggling to find it elsewhere. Read the rest of this entry »

Over the past few years, the condominium market has been steadily rising. Choosing to purchase a condo can be a great choice for many including: first-time buyers who are making the jump from renting; those looking to buy a second home to use part-time; and retirees who are opting to downsize from their larger homes for the low-maintenance lifestyle. There are several home communities in the St. Charles and St. Louis areas that feature beautiful, low-maintenance condos for sale. Read the rest of this entry »