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Value by Design - New Homes Offer What Resales Homes Cannot
Written by Administrator
Monday, 04 May 2009 09:52
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From layout to landscaping, new homes are designed for the way we live today and the things that are important to us. That means style, convenience, flexibility and conservation. New homes offer layouts that are attractive and practical to live in. Open-concept designs, vaulted ceilings and skylights create spaciousness and brightness, while features such as half walls make it easier to furnish and keep the home tidy. Today s new homes are also rich in design details that add character and style, such as high- quality wooden trim and moulding, rounded drywall corners, archways and built-in shelves. Increasingly, buyers are opting for home offices, entertainment rooms and even exercise rooms. Typically, new homes are built with flexibility, adaptability and the long term in mindÄÄtoday s extra bedroom or den can easily become tomorrow s home office, and a ready-to-finish basement may be transformed into separate living quarters for grown children or aging relatives. Convenience is designed right into every new home. Laundry facilities are located close to living and sleeping areas. Mudrooms keep extra outerwear out of sight and prevent dampness and dirt from being trekked into the house. Storage space, often at a premium in older homes, is plentiful and easily accessible. Kitchens feature effective work spaces and easy-to-reach cupboards and pull-out shelves, and today s modern finishing materials mean less time spent on cleaning and maintaining your home. More and more, environmental considerations are incorporated at the very outsetÄÄat the planning and design stage. From energy-efficient construction to water-conserving fixtures and recycling and composting stations, new homes are designed to conserve resources both during construction and later. And often home owners will end up saving money on utility bills for years to come. The marketplace is also seeing the emergence of many exciting, innovative products that combine function, looks and price with a sensitivity to the environmentÄÄpavers for patios and walkways made from recycled tires, ceramic tiles from recycled glass and carpeting from recycled soft drink containers, to mention a few. The emphasis on design goes beyond each individual home. Today s builders take great pride in building communities where people feel at home and part of the neighbourhood. They preserve the natural landscape of new developments and build walkways, bikepaths, playgrounds and community gathering spots. And even the simplest houses have architectural features that contribute to an integrated and visually pleasing streetscape. The builders of today s new homes and communities are building for you and your lifestyle! To find out more, visit the professional builders in your area, tour their model homes, talk to sales staff, and take a walk through the developments. Discover the real value of buying new! |
