Adding Luxury to Your Custom Desert Home with Sustainability

Creating a custom desert home that exudes luxury is highly rewarding. While embracing sustainable practices, we design our homes to reflect our values, blending elegance with eco-consciousness, allowing us to enjoy the best of both worlds. Let’s explore how you can add luxury to your custom desert home using sustainable practices alongside One Oak Custom […]

Your Guide to Summer Adventures in Southern Arizona

Southern Arizona, known for its stunning desert landscapes, breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, vibrant culture, and unique wildlife, is a summer paradise for adventurers and nature enthusiasts with a mild climate. From the bustling city of Tucson to the serene beauty of the Sonoran Desert, this region offers many activities that cater to all interests.  Here’s […]

How to Engage with Your Architect to Design a Custom Home

Designing a custom home is not just a project; it’s a labor of love. At One Oak, we understand that finally seeing your home’s vision become a reality can be both exhilarating and overwhelming. We’ve had the privilege of working alongside countless homeowners, each with their unique needs. Collaborating with an architect might seem like […]

Energy-Efficient Tips for New Homes in Hot Climates

Energy efficient dining room featuring natural sunlight

Building a new home in a hot climate like Arizona comes with unique challenges— like staying within a budget and protecting your cooling systems. These challenges are met with an opportunity to put sustainable design first. We understand the importance of staying cool, saving on utility bills, and creating a healthier, more comfortable living environment. […]

What to Know Before Moving to Southern Arizona

Understanding the Climate Southern Arizona is renowned for its desert climate, offering over 300 days of sunshine annually. This results in hot summers and mild winters, perfect for those looking to escape colder climates. However, this unique weather comes with its own considerations: Summer Temperatures: Prepare for high temperatures during the summer months, with highs […]