Posts Tagged ‘landscape design’

The Main Attraction…Curb Appeal

April 20, 2009   1 Comment

A hot trend among homeowners today is ensuring the home’s exterior boasts curb appeal. But what features actually define a home as having beautiful curb appeal? It’s the home with the “perfect lawn” outfitted with colorful flowers, trimmed shrubs and intricate yard art that adds warmth and style, ultimately creating an inviting feel that draws [...]

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Special Touches: Outdoor Amenities

March 25, 2009   No Comments

Incorporating spaces into your outdoor living design that are both functional and attractive is a fun outdoor living project. But once you have an idea of what spaces best fit your lifestyle, it’s time to add amenities to create a special atmosphere that is enjoyed by many. When planning features to include in your outdoor [...]

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Hot Home, Cool Market

November 7, 2008   No Comments

Homeowners everywhere are facing challenges with the decline in the housing market. In fact, even the most valuable luxury home plans are decreasing more and more in value over the life of the weak economy. Whether or not homeowners are in the market to sell, they do not wish to see their home value decline [...]

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Labors of Love: Landscaping Your Country House Plan

January 9, 2008   No Comments

The colorful image of picture perfect landscapes adds a glow to many neighborhoods. At some time, you have probably caught yourself marveling at the breathtaking escape of blossoms and bushes flourishing around your neighborhood of country house plans, yet are marveled at the knowledge and time it would take to recreate in your own yard. [...]

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Curb Appeal: Siding That Stands Out

January 6, 2008   1 Comment

The quote “you never get a second chance to make a first impression” stands true in every form of “curb appeal.” Color, texture, and shape are the foremost characteristics that shape the feeling onlookers take from your home’s exterior design. Therefore, siding is key to creating a lasting warm and inviting impression that most homeowners [...]

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Fall Fun | Nature’s Own Colorful Festival

May 11, 2007   No Comments

With the fall season, wonderful things begin to happen as the evenings grow shorter, the air gets crisper and the greatest show in the natural world starts. The performance occurs as the calm greens of summer transform into autumn’s brilliant reds, golds and browns. These warm, eye-catching colors capture our attention as they breathtakingly paint [...]

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Outdoor Living | Beyond the Grill

April 23, 2007   No Comments

Outdoor living trends are moving away from the usual grill and plastic furniture to create a lavish retreat right in your own backyard. As you choose either a two-story or ranch home plan, consider outdoor living options such as an outdoor room or patio area. Short skirts or long skirts, classic or grunge – while [...]

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