Brookfield Residential helps paint a picture of what home shoppers are in search of when they open the latest issue of New Homes Guide — they’re looking for “The One.” The homebuilder has made a name for itself by creating amenity-rich communities that feature innovative, energy-efficient homes. With more than 50 years’ experience, they know
9 Ways to Bring the Outside In
As we re-emerge from the dark days of winter, our yearning for the sun is at its peak. There’s something about it that’s innate to our human sensibilities — we crave a connection to nature and thrive in spaces filled with light. A strong relationship between indoor and outdoor spaces is a fundamental design concept
Four Decades and This Handy Guide is Still as Valuable as Ever
Technology has changed over the last four decades. And with the growth of so many online resources, so has home shopping. But what hasn’t changed, according to a report from the National Association of Realtors, is the amount of time people spend looking for a new home. The study found that, even though homebuyers have
The Planned Community Lifestyle
Resort-style amenities and an all-inclusive lifestyle differentiate planned communities from other new home communities. Our area features a wide variety of these types of communities, each with its own personality and amenities to appeal to all types of homebuyers. Here’s a look at what kind of planned communities you can expect to find as
Builder Spotlight: Miller & Smith Builds on More Than 50 Years of Imagination and Innovation
“One Visit Can Change Everything.” It’s more than Miller & Smith’s tagline; it’s an idea that’s ingrained in every new home community from the Virginia-based homebuilder. Inspiring people to think beyond the conventional Colonial designs found in the DC area, Miller & Smith offers trailblazing architecture and groundbreaking designs to home shoppers considering any Miller
The First Step: Notes For a Textbook Front Porch
Spring is in the air! What better way to welcome the arrival of warm weather and longer days than to celebrate one of residential architecture’s most iconic outdoor elements? The front porch is more than a practical building component — it’s a cultural institution. In many regions across the country and numerous architectural styles, it
Find an All-Inclusive Lifestyle with Our Free Planned Communities Supplement
Imagine you could call an all-inclusive resort your home all year long. That’s the lifestyle you can expect with a planned community. Buyers win when builders and developers work together to create neighborhoods that are fully loaded with popular amenities. Some are so thoroughly designed and appointed that they come to resemble small towns. These
Van Metre is the Right Choice for the Cover of Our New Issue
If you’re searching for a new home, you’re looking for the place that feels right. Whether it’s your first home or your dream home, you don’t want to settle. That’s why Van Metre is committed to helping you find the right home and the right location. They’ll even take it a step further because they
New Issue, New Cover Builder: Winchester Homes Featured on Latest New Homes Guide
The new issue of New Homes Guide is here, which means that another new homebuilder is featured on the cover. This month, our friends at Winchester Homes take the lead with a look at how you can “Choose a Life Well Lived” in the new year. Winchester Homes is one of the region’s premier homebuilders
From Resolution to Reality: New Homes Guide Can Help You Find Your Dream Home in 2016
For many new home shoppers, the list of New Year’s resolutions includes finding a dream home in the upcoming year. But like most resolutions, figuring out how to accomplish this goal can be difficult. Fortunately, New Homes Guide has all the resources you’ll need to find the perfect place to call home in 2016. Here