Customizing Your Highland Homes New Home: Options and Upgrades in Frisco, Celina & Prosper: Tips from a Highland Homes New Construction Specialist REALTOR®
- Nitin Gupta, CRS, REALTOR
- Jun 7
- 4 min read
Building with Highland Homes in luxury communities across Frisco, Celina, and Prosper? Learn which upgrades are worth the investment—and which can be skipped. Make confident decisions from contract to design center with expert guidance.
Highland Homes is one of DFW’s most respected builders, known for high-quality construction, energy-efficient features, and elegant floor plans that cater to today’s luxury buyer. With a presence in top-tier master-planned communities like Fields in Frisco, Windsong Ranch in Prosper, and Mustang Lakes in Celina, Highland Homes offers the flexibility to personalize your home while maintaining architectural integrity.
As a REALTOR® specializing in new construction and luxury builds, I help buyers make upgrade choices that align with lifestyle goals, design preferences, and resale value.
Highland Homes Communities in DFW
Community | Location | Typical Price Range | Lot Sizes |
Fields | Frisco | $1M–$2.2M+ | 65', 74' |
Windsong Ranch | Prosper | $850K–$1.8M+ | 74', 86' |
Mustang Lakes | Celina | $750K–$1.6M+ | 60', 74', 86' |
Light Farms | Celina | $650K–$1.2M+ | 60', 70' |
Lilyana | Celina | $600K–$950K | 50', 60' |
Structural Options to Decide at Contract
Many of the most impactful features must be selected early in the process:
Sliding glass doors or extended window walls
Extended covered patio with fireplace or kitchen rough-in
Optional media room or flex space
3-car garage or oversized garage layout
Bay windows in primary or breakfast areas
Pro Tip: If you want to install a pool later, add necessary electrical and gas prewires during framing.
Kitchen & Living Space Enhancements
Highland includes solid finishes—but upgrading these areas creates true luxury appeal.
Kitchen
Quartz or quartzite countertops with full backsplash
48” gas range and built-in appliances
Custom vent hood and ceiling-height cabinetry
Large kitchen island with storage on all sides
Under-cabinet and toe-kick lighting
Living Room
Vaulted ceilings with wood beams (especially popular in Fields and Windsong)
Upgraded hardwood or wide-plank engineered floors
Fireplace with stone or tile surround to ceiling
8’ doors throughout the home and upgraded baseboards
Luxury Primary Suite Upgrades
Highland’s base layout offers a great foundation—but elevate your suite with these options:
Spa shower with frameless glass and rain head
Freestanding tub with floor-mounted faucet
Dual walk-in closets with custom shelving
LED mirrors and designer tile combinations
Sound insulation between primary suite and other bedrooms
Smart & Energy-Efficient Features
Many are included, but some key upgrades are optional and worth every dollar:
EV charger prewire in garage
Smart thermostat and video doorbell
Spray foam insulation (included in most plans)
Zoned HVAC systems for larger homes
Whole-home water softener loop and filtration prep
Upgrades That Don’t Add Much Value
Be cautious with these selections—they may not translate to lifestyle or resale benefit:
Bold or ultra-trendy tile patterns in secondary baths
Tech packages that aren’t fully compatible with your devices
Garage epoxy floor unless you plan to show it off
Expert Advice on Design Appointments
“Highland’s design center offers thousands of combinations, and that’s where most buyers get overwhelmed—or overspend. I help clients stay focused on upgrades that matter now and at resale.”— Nitin Gupta, CRS, GRI, REALTOR®
Why Work with a Highland Homes Specialist?
Nitin Gupta is an expert in luxury new construction and one of the few REALTORS® holding:
CRS (Certified Residential Specialist)
GRI (Graduate, REALTOR® Institute)
Deep experience with Highland builds in Fields, Windsong Ranch, Mustang Lakes, and more
Services You’ll Receive
Lot selection assistance
Builder contract review and negotiation
Design appointment guidance
Pre-drywall and final inspection coordination
Walkthrough punch list and warranty tips
Start Your Highland Homes Journey Today
Let Nitin Gupta help you personalize your new construction home the right way—in a community that fits your lifestyle and future plans.
Book a consultation:https://www.nitinguptadfw.com/contact
About us: Frisco Expert Real Estate Agent
As a Top Real Estate Professional in Frisco , I understand the challenges that arise when buying a luxury home in Frisco.
As a holder of top real estate industry certifications and designations like CRS, ABR & GRI, I can offer my clients experience as a Buyer's Agent and REALTOR®, top Industry Customer Service, in-depth, up-to-the-minute and comprehensive market knowledge; honesty, integrity, dedication, and professionalism in my business.
Whether you are a first time buyer in Frisco looking to buy a home in Frisco or whether you are relocating to Frisco from California or moving your entire family from areas like San Francisco, Fremont, Palo Alto, Los Angeles, San Diego in California due to job transfer with your company, I can help you find a luxury home in Frisco. Our relocation team eases the transition - whether you are moving across town or across the globe. We will work with you to find an area that best suits your professional, family and lifestyle needs. We have all the tools you need to help your home search. Whether it is video previews of homes, extended work hours, digital signatures for documents or more, we can make this process as comfortable as possible no matter where you are located.
What is most important to you in your new home in Frisco? Send us an email at info@NitinGuptaDFW.com or give us a call at (469) 269-6541 to schedule a no obligation consultation. We’ll give you honest advice about Frisco that you can use to help make your home buying decision.
