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In Florida, gardening can be considered a form of outdoor recreation. The Sunshine State’s subtropical and tropical climates make gardening a year-round activity, and its warmth, rich soils and moisture provide near-perfect growing conditions. So why should water-wise gardening be important here? For several practical reasons. It’s a smart way …
Moving into your new home is an exciting milestone even with the work required to get it done. Pat yourself on the back for this big accomplishment whether you moved from across town or across a continent! After you rest up and get your bearings, we at ICI Homes want …
Outdoor living is a major factor for many people who move to Florida. They anticipate lounging on lanais year round rather than only in warmer months, so outfitting those spaces probably occupies a lot of thought. But, have you considered using some relaxed outdoor design or furnishings inside your new …
Know anyone who adores spending free time on interior and exterior home maintenance? We didn’t think so either. Spring cleaning probably isn’t most people’s favorite activity, but few of us can get out of having to do it. The advent of spring is a traditional time to spiff up and …
One of the most important aspects of building or buying a new custom Florida home is making sure the home functions the way it should. Nowhere is that more important than bathrooms. For all the time we spend cleaning up, getting ready, or washing away daily aggravation via a hot …
If there’s one thing many of us likely realized during our recent global health crisis, it was the ability to adapt to a lot of home cooking (or a lot of takeout and delivery). But, let’s assume many of us rediscovered our kitchens, pantries and recipes we swore we’d try …
For many people, a new year is an opportunity to embrace change, especially after challenging seasons, or in the wake of our recent global health crisis. Flipping the calendar is a natural way to switch gears, but not all change must be huge to be impactful. For example, why not …
Prioritizing a separate room or extra space for a home office is a smart move for today’s buyers. A home office has never been more important, and neither has all the smart-home technology that makes them increasingly easy to use. Even if no one in your household currently works from …
Florida remains a prime destination for retirees and with good reason. The balmy climate and natural beauty all make the Sunshine State an attractive choice. But the latest generations of retirees aren’t moving to Florida to flop on the sand. They’re usually active folks keen on enjoying the amenities and …
Not everyone who buys or builds a new custom Florida home gets into gardening or landscape beautification. But, those of you who do will appreciate living in the Sunshine State. Gardening can be a never-ending pastime in Florida’s balmy climates. That means ICI Homes customers with green thumbs — or …