There’s no season like springtime to design the interior of your new custom home—and one of the simplest ways to breathe life into it is with a fresh color palette. “Spring embodies the saying ‘Out with the old, in with the new,’ and provides the opportunity...
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Kitchens and bathrooms remain the primary focus for custom homes—and many are introducing cutting-edge features into their designs. These modern appointments, according to the American Institute of Architects (AIA), are mostly centered in the kitchen. “Because kitchens are so central to the home, people feel it’s...
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As more custom home design trends seek to bring the indoors to the outdoors, fireplaces and fire pits are becoming an even hotter commodity — literally and figuratively. Fire pits are one of the biggest trends in 2016 for outdoor living spaces. In fact, landscape architects...
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When you're decorating a nursery, it makes sense to design a room that pleases you as much as it will thrill your little one - after all, you'll be spending as much time in the room as your baby, if not more! You crave a...
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If you're in the market for a home this year, don't be fooled by the brisk chill in the air - the spring house-hunting season is actually closer than you think. That means now is the perfect time to start your planning. Space requirements such...
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Entertaining at home? Whatever you're planning - big bash or intimate soirée, cheery beer fest or elegant wine tasting - an inviting and accessible built-in bar featuring handsome hardwood cabinetry can help transform mundane household space into the life of the party. And once the...
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Baby boomers are making their mark on housing once again, this time as they age toward retirement—and whether moving up, downsizing or purchasing a second home, their preferences are clear-cut across the board. According to a recently released study by the National Association of Home Builders...
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Trying to decide on paint colors for your new custom home? Don't overlook the psychological impact of color. Studies have shown that different hues create different moods, and can even affect behavior, says Debbie Zimmer, paint and color expert at the Paint Quality Institute. "There are lots...
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Trends in interior design are often dictated by the current culture. Themes taking off this year are a subtle nod to 2016, with bold furnishings mixed with soft patterns, according to a recently released report from the Delta Faucet Company. The report forecasts these trends will...
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For years, consumer buying power and purchasing trends have focused around baby boomers. However, within the past several years, the spotlight has shifted to the 80-plus million Americans between the ages of 25 and 34 known as millennials. Now the largest demographic group in history,...
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