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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 …
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 …
Do you begin dreading your departure the moment you arrive at your favorite vacation locale? Does your entire household feel the same way? Might be time for your very own seasonal or vacation home! Even if you’re still fond of your permanent residence — and want to keep it for …
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 …
One of the dilemmas of our modern 24/7 world is the temptation or pressure to always be on. Always answer emails, even at night. Always remember something else you absolutely must do, the minute you pull up the covers. The only solution to sleep deprivation or a lack of rest …
If you’re not familiar with Florida living, you’re probably googling the word “lanai.” We’ll save you by telling you that “lanai” has two distinct meanings, one of which applies to architecture and another that’s helpful for geographical trivia. For our purposes, a lanai is an outdoor living space in a …