Building One Story at a Time: An EGStoltzfus Podcast

We are so excited to share what's coming your way this February! Katie and Ashley recently got an exclusive sneak peek of our brand new design studio, and let me tell you—this space is going to completely transform how you experience the design process. Today, we're pulling back the curtain on everything that's new, and trust us, you're going to want to hear this.Kitchen Displays:Let's start in the heart of the home—the kitchen. We've expanded our kitchen displays in a major way. You'll now be able to explore multiple kitchens at different investment levels, so whether you're dreaming big or working with a specific budget, you can see exactly what's possible for you. We're also showcasing different ceiling heights because we know that vertical space completely changes the feel of a kitchen. And here's something we're really excited about—we now have a dedicated butler's pantry area. This gives you the chance to walk through and understand how this hardworking space can actually function in your daily life, not just look pretty in a photo.We've also added new island options throughout the displays. Islands are such a crucial part of kitchen functionality, and now you can actually walk around them, visualize workflow, and see which configuration works best for how your family lives.Lighting:Lighting can make or break a space, and we've gone all out here. Our auxiliary kitchen galleries feature brand new pendant light options, plus we have lighting displays throughout the studio so you can see how different fixtures create different moods and aesthetics. Seeing lighting installed and lit up in person is completely different from looking at it in a catalog or online.Flooring:Flooring is one of those selections that's really hard to visualize from a small sample chip. That's why we've created extensive flooring displays with various materials, styles, and colors installed in actual room settings. You'll be able to see how different flooring looks in context, how it plays with cabinetry and wall colors, and how it feels underfoot.Fireplace Display:We also have a stunning new fireplace display that showcases different options and aesthetics. Whether you're going modern and sleek or traditional and cozy, you'll be able to see the different directions you can take this focal point in your home.Exterior Gallery:Here's something really special—we now have an exterior gallery with natural lighting. This is huge because exterior materials look completely different under artificial light versus actual sunlight. You'll be able to see your siding, stone, and trim options in conditions that mimic how they'll actually appear on your home. We've even included an exterior lighting installation so you can understand how your home will look at night with landscape and architectural lighting.Presentation Room:And finally, one of our favorite additions—a dedicated presentation room. This is your space to view all of your samples together in one place. No more trying to remember what that countertop looked like when you're looking at cabinet samples in a different room. Everything comes together here so you can see how your entire home plays together, how colors coordinate, how textures complement each other. It takes so much of the guesswork and anxiety out of the selection process.Our new design studio opens in February 2026, and we cannot wait to welcome you in. This isn't just about having more options—it's about giving you the tools and environment to make confident decisions about your home. We'll see you soon!Ready to experience the new design studio for yourself? Stay tuned for our grand opening in February 2026.

Hi all, after a long break we're back with a new episode! A lot has changed since April. Follow along with Katie and our new host Ashley to hear all about what's going on at the design studio, our new building, and much more!

This week on "Building One Story at a Time," Katie sits down with Amy Danz, one of our New Home Sales Specialists, to discuss the benefits of visiting a model home. Amy works in both our Lancaster County Meadows at Strasburg Community and our newest neighborhood, Nissley Run in Dauphin County. During the episode, they'll also provide a list of homes currently available to tour across all of our communities in Central Pennsylvania.

This week, Stephanie interviews Rob Zook, our Director of Architectural Services, about the design process behind our newest home plan, the Branson. They discuss the thinking that shaped the floor plan and explain how its features were specifically chosen to address our homebuyers' needs.Learn more about the Branson

This week, join Stephanie and Katie as they give tips for maximizing our incentives on your home build. With EGStoltzfus' current incentive offerings, our design experts break down exactly how to enhance both curb appeal and interior luxury. Learn how your design dollars can be used at our Design Studio to create your dream home. Remember, these special incentives vary by neighborhood and homesite, and they're only available for a limited time. Don't miss this chance to learn how to make your new home selections truly extraordinary!Visit the Design Studio

We're back with another season of the Building One Story at a Time Podcast. This week Katie and Stephanie will walk through all of the design trends they are seeing to start out the new year, and also talking about a few trends that are no longer in vogue from 2024. We're so excited to be back and hope you enjoy this design guide!

This week on Building One Story at a Time Stephanie and Katie are answering your questions! Between questions listeners submitted and our FAQ page we'll cover everything you might want to know when you're considering building a home with EGStoltzfus. As mentioned in the episode the podcast will be taking a hiatus until after the holidays so we'll see you all back in 2025! Links mentioned in the episode: Lotvue FAQ

Stephanie is back! This week Stephanie and Katie walk through our new home plan - the Fallston. The Fallston is a brand new floor plan that incorporates feedback and trends in the industry to create something special centered around a two story living room. You can view the new floor plan ⁠here⁠!

This week is another guest episode with Paul. Katie and Paul walk through our new home plan - the Breckenridge. The Breckenridge is a reimagined floor plan built out of our very popular Brentwood model. They'll walk through what's changed and some of the new features as well as what is great about this plan. You can view the new floor plan here!

This week Paul joins Katie to do a quick infomercial about our Nissley Run reveal event happening this coming Saturday! There's a few spots left if you're interested in learning more about our newest neighborhood. You can RSVP here: https://egstoltzfushomes.com/nissley-run-reveal-event/

This week on the podcast, Stephanie and Katie interview our marketing and technology specialist, Paul McBride. We discuss his journey into this role and all the new technology we're incorporating into our homebuilding process to help our customers throughout their experience. We also talk about some upcoming developments, including a new neighborhood in Dauphin County. Click here to RSVP to our upcoming reveal event they mentioned: https://egstoltzfushomes.com/nissley-run-reveal-event/

Break out those color wheels! Remember learning about primary colors in elementary school? This week, Stephanie and Katie will explore how color intersects with psychology to help you create unique designed spaces in your home. They'll cover the emotions different colors can evoke and suggest ways to incorporate them into your living space.

This week, Stephanie and Katie will share tips on how to stage your home for resale. They'll cover design ideas, ways to incorporate buyer feedback, and more. Whether you're preparing to list your home or just starting to think about it, these tips will be invaluable!

This week Stephanie and Katie explore the different options available for kitchen islands in an EGStoltzfus home. You'll get pros and cons of each and will hopefully learn a bit in the process. You can check out the links mentioned in this episode below: Design Catalog - https://egstoltzfushomes.com/design-studio/design-catalog/ Essington Virtual Tour - https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=kUX2MruzVT8

This week, Stephanie and Katie sit down with Logan Smith from Superior Walls by Weaver, a longtime partner of EGStoltzfus. They explore what sets Superior Walls apart, delve into some of the benefits to using them in your home build and discuss the practical advantages of choosing their walls over other market options. As mentioned on the episode you can see our Superior Walls factory tour here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C9LFkjuPJAM/ AND Submit your listener questions here: https://egstoltzfus.typeform.com/podcastquestion

This week on the podcast we interview our summer intern Adriana Doino! If you've bought a house and come through the studio this summer you may have had the chance to meet her and she's been an awesome asset for our team. You'll learn more about her design background and her degree she's working on at Thaddeus Stevens.

This week on the podcast Stephanie and Katie are joined by Stacy Ohrel and Paul Fazzini from Lancaster Mortgage Company to talk about interest rates, the fed, and all those things that can get complicated when buying a home. This is a must listen if you're looking at buying in the current market! You can learn more about LMC here: https://lmchomeloans.com/

We're joined once again by Director of construction and customer service Mike Hockenberry to talk about our homeowner orientation for new buyers. This is the final step of our process, and we'll discuss what to expect and what won't happen at this particular milestone. Also, this week features a new theme song for the podcast! As mentioned on the episode, please submit any questions for our listener question episode here: https://egstoltzfus.typeform.com/podcastquestion

This week Stephanie and Katie are joined once again by Mike Hockenberry, our director of construction and customer service to walk through what a new homebuyer can expect from our electrical orientation process on site.

This week, Stephanie and Katie sit down with Mike Hockenberry, our Director of Residential Construction and Customer Service. They discuss Mike's personal design style and walk through some of the questions they may work through with a new homeowner. In the coming weeks, Mike will join us again to talk about different stages of the customer's journey in building their home. The design style quiz mentioned in the episode can be found here: https://egstoltzfushomes.com/design-studio/design-style-quiz/