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It’s springtime and Mother Nature is ringing a giant alarm clock. Let’s get outside! Fortunately for Florida residents, that’s pretty much year-round, but sometimes we can find ourselves stuck in occasional ruts. So, let’s gear up our outdoor living areas for a new season. Renewal is all around us, and …
Guess what’s easier than researching all the facts and features of your next new home on ICI Homes’ fully stocked website? Touring your next new home on our website, via our 3D virtual tours and video experiences. It’s cutting-edge technology put to practical everyday use, especially if you’re prospective ICI …
To many people who move to Florida, the Sunshine State also means “water.” Many homeowners love to bring that into their home life as well. That’s why ICI Homes can add a custom water feature to your new home. The peninsula is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean Sea …
Ah, the formal dining room. These days it’s more of an option than a must for many home buyers, but that doesn’t mean one’s eating space of choice should look like an afterthought. Of course not. No matter how you select and furnish the dining room in your new custom …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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. …
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 …