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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 …
Florida might be known as the Sunshine State, but it’s also Citrus Central. Agricultural is a huge contributor to Florida’s economy along with tourism, and the citrus industry has a long history here. According to the Florida Agricultural Statistics Service, Florida ranked No. 1 in the United States in value …
Many people move to Florida for many reasons, but one of the biggest is to avoid winter weather in colder climates. You might be one of those people — or in the process of trying to move — and you’re just done with freezing temperatures, nasty winds and icy precipitation …
Ah, bathrooms. They’re critical parts of our daily routines, but let’s be honest — probably not the first features most people obsess over when shopping for a new home. We always want them to be spotless and highly functional. But showstoppers? Well… Why not? If we spend so much necessary …
Most of us have busy modern lives packed with family, work and personal obligations. Most of us value those things as priorities, but wow — they can cause a lot of stress at times. And we know where constant, unending stress leads: doctors’ offices, crankiness and even emotional, mental and …