Need proof that Florida’s recent population growth is going strong? There’s nothing like a moving van to confirm it. U-Haul’s annual Growth Index is out, revealing eight Florida cities among the top 10 for growth locations in 2025, and 12 cities among the top 25. It also featured Ocala as …
ICI Homes is proud to share exciting national recognition that reflects who we are and what we stand for as a Florida based custom homebuilder. At this year’s International Builders’ Show in Orlando, ICI Homes received two Silver Awards at The Nationals, the National Association of Home Builders’ largest and …
Fresh outdoor air and Florida’s trademark sunshine can be a tonic for a lot things, so it’s no surprise that many potential ICI Homes customers are curious about resident amenities and outdoor recreation options in our master-planned communities. We’re celebrating 45 year of building new custom Florida homes all over …
ICI Homes proudly announces the successful sale of the ICI Homes for Hope house, generating an incredible $210,000 to benefit four impactful local charities. This achievement highlights the power of community, generosity, and a shared commitment to making a lasting difference in the Greater Gainesville region. Located in the sought-after …
You know you love living in Florida when friends and relatives call to complain about seemingly endless icy weather and cold temperatures. Wait, that was a dream? If you’d like it to be your current reality — or to escape those winter elements ASAP — considering building or buying a …
The 2021 Laurel Awards banquet was “Rock of Ages” themed, and we are happy to report that we ROCKED this year’s event, claiming 20 individual awards. Our 2021 achievements including Gold Awards honoring our homes, and Million Dollar Circle Awards honoring our hard working sales associates. Each year, the Northeast …
ICI Homes sales associate Mona Bugdal is an Oakmont original — in the best sense of the word! A local real estate veteran, Mona remembers Gainesville’s premier master-planned community when it was still on the drawing board. In fact, she remembers using her car as a sales office, and homesites …
Home offices. Outdoor living spaces. Smart homes. These design features are perennially popular among buyers of new custom Florida homes, and our recent global health crisis has magnified their appeal. Spending more time than usual in our current homes means figuring out what we really need in our future homes. If …
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 …
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 …