We’ve all heard the saying “men are from Mars, women are from Venus,” and one Maine homebuilder has found that couldn’t be more true in house hunting and home design. Mark Patterson of Patco Construction has spent a lot of time listening to what female homebuyers are looking for in their new homes and has
Get Total Control of Your Home with iPad and LaunchPort
If you’re like us here at New Homes Guide, features in your home that make your life easier are key. Well, we recently came across a new product that lets you use your iPad as a convenient control center for your home. As if there weren’t already enough reasons to love your iPad… LaunchPort lets
Top Trends for New Homebuyers in 2012
The folks over at Rooms in Bloom Home Staging & Design Inc. have identified the top 10 features buyers are looking for. Did your must-haves make the list? Here are a few highlights: Trend #1: Open Concept Homes – If you’re a fan of HGTV, you’ve heard this term—open concept. It’s everywhere! Homebuyers want an open,
The New Must-Have Color for Appliances
GE recently unveiled their newest kitchen appliance color – slate – and we were instant fans. Of course, we love the sophisticated, natural look, but that’s no surprise – GE has been at the forefront of appliance design for many years. And, oh my how the times have changed!
How to Help Your Home Survive Your Summer Vacation
Vacation is right around the corner and while your mind is already on the beach, putting your feet up, and taking that much-deserved break, below are some helpful tips on what you should do to keep your home safe and secure while you’re off having fun. Lock it Up Make sure your doors and windows
The All New “Best Floorplans 2012”
New Homes Guide has done it again with a fantastic new free supplement: Best Floorplans 2012. This latest piece is a collection of innovative floorplans from the DC region’s finest builders and is available with the May/June issue. We are always hearing that when someone is shopping for a new home, something they love to
Creating your kitchen
Kitchens are by far one of the most important rooms when it comes to deciding on a home purchase. One of the many conveniences of purchasing a new home is being able to customize a kitchen space based on your individual liking and needs. Just like new homes, kitchens come in many styles and just
Multi-Generational housing – an old concept that’s making a huge comeback
Since 2000, The Pew Research Center reports that households with at least three generations of family members have increased by 30%. Wow – 30%! That seems like a pretty healthy gain to me but really not all that surprising. Given the current economy, long life spans and the uncertainty of future financial security, the move
Let’s not forget about the backyard…
We recently let you know what rooms would make or break a homebuyer’s decision to purchase a home. But what about the outdoor space of the home? Are you a grill master or an expert gardener? Do you simply enjoy reading a book and relaxing outside? Many consider a home’s outdoor space to be just as important
The most important room in the house is….
With 2012 upon us, one of your plans for the New Year may be to buy your first home, make a move-up purchase or find the need to downsize. Whatever the reason might be, buying a home can be such an exciting experience. There are so many choices to consider – and everyone’s needs and
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