I grew up near Norwell, Massachusetts and I can tell you that the gambrel cape style is pretty standard issue for the South Shore area. This particular home has a bit of history attached however, so it’s made our list of luxury home feature blogs. Through what must have been several renovations since 1681, it… Read More
Luxury Wall Panels Take Home Decor to a Whole New Level Paneling is back, but it’s not the paneling of old that we remember from our childhood. These are creations as varied and intriguing as your imagination can envision. Look around… what makes your home uniquely you? These can be installed in any room, utilizing… Read More
Video: Staging Secrets of Model Homes. You’re living in your home while it’s on the market. You may feel that only empty homes need staging, but there are some small, subtle changes that will have a big impact on how your home appears to Home Buyers. Look around… If a buyer had the choice between… Read More
On the Market: Billy Joel’s Waterfront Mansion in Florida I’ve seen a few luxury homes here in Arizona that have nearly the amenities of Billy Joel’s mansion at Oyster Bay, but that coastline and the ocean view are priceless! Enjoy! ~Bill By Nick Caruso “Piano Man” Billy Joel just turned 67 and is still performing… Read More
Video: Staying or Selling, Interior Design Ideas. By now, everyone is fully aware that design choices can make or break your home’s investment value. You my love your quirky style. But when it comes to selling your home, those unique touches may just narrow your field of buyers. There are however, a few things you… Read More
With so much science involved in making homes energy efficient, and so many advances in a short time, the average person is usually at a loss when it comes to understanding green terminology. Here, the National Association of Homebuilders decodes some of the most commonly used language. An “Energy-Efficient” home is defined as a home… Read More
Hardwood floors may be on Home Buyer’s wish lists nationwide, and true, they are a very desirable feature. But I’ve gotta say that here in Arizona, this time of year and in fact all year-round, a great pool is numero uno on most Buyer’s agendas. Not surprisingly, Arizona tops all other states in “Pools and… Read More
Video: Tips for Creating a Spa-Like Bathroom – Spa-like baths have recently transitioned from a luxury to a standard feature. In most New Construction homes you’ll find at least one. May people are remodeling their master bath or guest bathrooms to incorporate the spa-like atmosphere. This video highlights some quick, easy and inexpensive ways to… Read More
By Alan J. Heavens (TNS)—Informality, especially increased outdoor living space, is one of the key trends in home design being reported by the nation’s architects. That’s the word from the American Institute of Architects’ chief economist, Kermit Baker, who says 600 architects surveyed earlier this year also noted a greater emphasis on wireless technology, the… Read More
By Barbara Pronin Next to a newly-updated kitchen, a renovated bathroom is a top priority for today’s homebuyers—and homeowners. Get in on these seven sought-after features: Beadboard or Deep Tile – A deep tile or beadboard backsplash, sometimes known as “bathroom wainscot,” lends a sense of elegance to any style bath. These practical backsplashes are… Read More
