Each December, the Pantone Color Institute selects a color that reflects current design, lifestyle, as well as other cultural barometers. This is known as the Pantone Color of the Year. It can be very influential in the design world! The 2020 selection is “Classic Blue,” and here’s the story behind it and why it’s a Read More »
Florida was the top moving destination for 2019, per U-Haul. If you’ve spent any time in the state of Florida, you’re undoubtedly spotted moving vans, trucks — and furniture-filled pickups — zipping along local highways and interstates. You’ve probably also spotted those familiar white and orange U-Haul vehicles among other commercial traffic, and with good Read More »
We at ICI Homes are celebrating a wonderful honor from our peers, and we invite you to celebrate with us. ICI Homes was recently named the 2019 Builder of the Year for the Northeast Florida Builders Association. NEFBA is the state’s largest builders’ organization. Its more than 75-year legacy continues to be serving the community, Read More »
In 2019, our North Florida Division partnered with the Northeast Florida Builders Association (NEFBA) and its charitable organization, Builders Care. The goal was to construct a new home in Jacksonville’s eTown community, on the metro area’s southeast flank, and donate the proceeds to charity. The eTown community is an exciting new master-planned development. ICI Homes is Read More »
If regional real-estate terminology isn’t your area of expertise, don’t be flummoxed by some of the descriptions you hear when shopping for a new custom Florida home. “Lanai” is one. It’s Hawaiian in origin, but basically means covered outdoor living space in a tropical environment. Think patios and porches. Another common term is “Florida room.” Read More »
According to a recent News Journal Article, Realtors reported a surge in sales in Volusia and Flagler counties at the end of 2019. December often sees a higher amount of home sales than the rest of the year. But, this year we saw more growth than we did in over a decade. Ready for your Read More »
Experiencing color is one of the joys of our sensory world. From primary hues to soft pastels, color enhances, beautifies and sets the stage for how we enjoy our homes, wardrobes and everyday spaces. So why fear it? Many people do, leery that a strong blue, green or pink will visually shout like a trumpet Read More »
It’s not the sexiest room in any home, but it’s one of the most important. And, if you don’t do your design diligence with the laundry room in your new custom Florida home, tackling some of life’s crucial chores can become a real drag. It should be a workhorse space — make that your design Read More »
Moving into a new custom Florida home is an exciting occasion. It takes time to unpack, organize and set up your new surroundings, and for that reason, we forgive you for tossing stuff in drawers or your spare closet — even the garage — thinking you’ll deal with it later. All you want at the Read More »
Folks of all ages and generations buy new custom Florida homes every day, and we all know Florida is a very popular place to live. Millennial home buyers are no exception. Active retirees have long migrated here. So have young families and career people following booming industries. The state’s natural beauty, cultural riches, world-class attractions Read More »