A custom new build in Farmers Branch's Brookhaven neighborhood by Thomas Cusick Custom Homes features 4 bedrooms, 4 ensuite bathrooms, 2 half baths, and a level of finish you won't find in production builds — Taj Mahal honed quartzite countertops, nail-down hardwood floors, 2x6 exterior construction with spray foam insulation, EV charging, whole-home water filtration, and Cat 6 wiring throughout. At 14540 Tamerisk Ln, the builder treated infrastructure and livability with the same care as the finishes, and that's the difference between custom and everything else.
By Jessica Cazares | September 2, 2026
Most people hear "new construction" and picture a subdivision where every third house shares the same floor plan. Brookhaven in Farmers Branch is the opposite of that. This is an established neighborhood with mature trees, quiet cul-de-sacs, and homes that actually look different from each other — because many of them are tear-down-and-rebuild projects by custom builders who care about the details.
14540 Tamerisk Ln is one of those homes. Built by Thomas Cusick Custom Homes (TCC Homes) and listed by Brandon Edwards of Live Local, this Signature Series Craftsman sits on a cul-de-sac with a three-car garage, a massive driveway, and the kind of street where kids play basketball outside. I toured it for the first time recently, and even knowing what custom builders can do, I was impressed by how much thought went into every corner of this house.
The Finishes Tell You Everything
Walk in through the 8-foot stained front door and the first thing you notice is the chevron-patterned hardwood entry — it gives that rug-pattern feel without an actual rug. These are nail-down hardwood floors throughout the home, not the click-lock engineered stuff you'll see in most production builds. The color is warmer than the light white oak that's been trending everywhere, and it runs through every bedroom, including the upstairs secondaries. Watch the entry walkthrough at 0:36.
The kitchen is where this home really flexes. We're talking leather-finish Taj Mahal quartzite on the counters, a 48-inch range with a double oven and pot filler, a 60-inch fridge and freezer combination, and — my personal favorite — all-drawer lower cabinets. No more crawling into the back of a base cabinet to find a casserole dish. The stained vent hood anchors the whole space, and it opens directly to both the dining room and living area. See the kitchen in detail at 2:47.
That dining room ceiling deserves a mention. Exposed wood with a stain finish — it doesn't feel like you're in a metro-area suburb. It feels like a hill country retreat that happens to be 20 minutes from downtown Dallas.
The living room has a glass slider that opens to the back patio with retractable screens. Floating shelves flank a fireplace with a floating wood beam mantel, and the whole setup looks out at a tree-filled backyard that makes you forget you're in the city. If you're someone who values the Brookhaven lifestyle in Farmers Branch, this is the kind of indoor-outdoor living that makes the neighborhood so appealing.
Behind the Walls Is Where Custom Really Counts
Pretty finishes are great, but I always tell my clients to ask what's behind the drywall. That's where you find out whether a builder actually invested in the home or just dressed it up.
This one checks every box:
- 2x6 exterior construction — thicker walls, better insulation, more structural integrity
- Spray foam insulation throughout, including the attic (you can see it when you open the attic access upstairs)
- Insulated cedar garage doors — not the thin aluminum panels you'll see in most builds
- Tankless water heater
- Whole-home water filtration system — already installed, not roughed in for "future use"
- Cat 6 wiring and pre-wired for speakers in the living room, primary, game room and outdoor patio
- EV charging plug in the garage
- Security camera wiring and prewiring for automated shades
- Solid-core 8-foot doors throughout
That list is the difference between a builder who's thinking about resale value five and ten years from now and one who's thinking about cutting costs today. If you're comparing new construction options across North Texas, infrastructure like this is what separates custom from production. Hear the full breakdown at 2:03.
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The primary suite is on the main level, which is a huge draw for buyers who want single-story living with room for family upstairs. The bathroom features oversized floor tile, two separate vanities with undermount sinks, a freestanding tub with frosted privacy glass, and a frameless glass shower with body jets, a wand, and a built-in seat. The heated floors in here are a detail most production builders don't even offer as an upgrade. Tour the primary suite at 5:03.
The primary closet is designed for people who want to minimize bedroom furniture. Built-in drawers, long and short hanging sections, cubbies for purses and shoes, and enough organizational storage that you could skip a dresser entirely. It's the kind of closet that makes your daily routine actually easier.
The Details That Make It Livable
What I appreciated most about this home wasn't any single showpiece feature — it was how many small, practical decisions the builder made that add up to a home that actually works for a family.
The mudroom locker cabinets near the garage entry are a perfect example. They're finished in a Carolina blue that looks sharp, and each locker has hooks for backpacks with solid doors that hide the mess when you walk in. Below the lockers, there are seven shoe drawers plus upper cabinets that would be perfect for craft supplies or seasonal storage. The whole system keeps the chaos contained. See the mudroom at 7:55.
The working pantry tucked behind the kitchen has a butcher block countertop, the microwave (hidden where it belongs), and deep shelves for bulk shopping runs. The laundry room connects to the one-car garage on one side, and the two-car garage is accessed through the mud area — so you've got clear traffic flow for families where different people come and go through different doors.
Upstairs, there's a game room with vaulted ceilings, French doors, and a component closet for media equipment. The two secondary bedrooms are both en suite with walk-in closets that include built-in drawer stacks — a feature that's usually reserved for the primary in production homes. Even the upstairs powder bath is positioned so guests using the game room don't have to walk through someone's bedroom.
Outside, the builder installed roll-down bug screens on the covered patio — a detail that anyone who's tried to entertain outdoors in a Dallas summer will immediately appreciate. There's a built-in Coyote grill, low-voltage speaker wiring, infrared patio heaters, and large-format tile on the patio floor. The backyard has new landscaping on both sides for privacy and enough open space for a trampoline or play area. Check out the outdoor space at 6:42.
If you're weighing whether to renovate an existing Brookhaven home or buy new, a build like this shows you what's possible when a custom builder starts from scratch on an established lot. And don't overlook the tax advantages — Farmers Branch homeowners can benefit from the Texas homestead exemption, which is worth understanding before you close.
The Bottom Line
14540 Tamerisk Ln isn't just a pretty house on a cul-de-sac. It's a case study in what happens when a custom builder treats infrastructure, livability, and finishes as equally important. The Taj Mahal quartzite and chevron hardwoods get your attention, but the spray foam insulation, EV wiring, and whole-home water filtration are what make this home hold its value for decades.
Brookhaven in Farmers Branch is one of those neighborhoods that keeps attracting buyers who want established-area living without the compromise of a 40-year-old floor plan. If you're looking at new construction in this area — or anywhere in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex — having someone who understands what custom builders are doing behind the walls is the difference between buying a home and buying the right home.
Reach out to Jessica Cazares to schedule a private showing of this home or to talk through your new construction options across North Texas.
About Jessica Cazares
Jessica Cazares is a Realtor® with eXp Luxury Realty, bringing more than a decade of experience in new construction across North Texas and five years of expertise in economics-based planning. Recognized as one of D Magazine's Best Realtors®, featured in Real Producers, and ranked among the Top 500 Real Trends Realtors®, Jessica offers a unique perspective shaped by experience on both the builder and buyer sides of real estate. From first-time homebuyers to luxury estates, she is committed to delivering concierge-level service, expert market knowledge, and genuine care to every client she serves. Connect with Jessica at jcazarealtydallas.com/agents/jessica-cazares.
