Maryland is an “America in miniature,” a state with vastly different topographical traits from east to west and a variety of different community sizes across the land. Whether you prefer small towns, suburban neighborhoods, rural farmlands, or thriving metropolises, this… Read More
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The Popularity of Craftsman Style Homes
The craftsman style house plan is one of the most enduring house styles of our modern day. Emerging from the Craftsman Movement of the late 19th century, the craftsman style house has become a clear favorite in the new construction… Read More
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Alternative Kitchen Layouts for New Homes
The kitchen is one room of the house that you’ll want to carefully plan when customizing your new home. It is the heart of the home, the place where you and your family will spend much time cooking and possibly… Read More
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Advantages You Benefit from with a Production Type New Home
A new production home is slightly different from a custom home in that one starts with an existing floor plan vs. designing a home from scratch. A production home is a house that you can customize to meet your family’s… Read More
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Matching the House Design with the Land
Choosing a house to properly sit on your homesite involves considering the aspects of the land itself. You will likely want to purchase the land first; securing the land will secure the location and land type you desire. Below are… Read More
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Driveway Layouts to Consider in Building a New Home
Details matter and building your own customized home pertains to more than just the house style, layout, and furnishings. It also encompasses the land on which it is built. Part of the landscaping of your home site involves the driveway,… Read More
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Winter Maintenance Tips for New Homes
One of the obvious benefits of a new home is lower maintenance and the latest technology in building. Even so, homeowners of newly-built, customized homes should remember that long-term, seasonal maintenance is necessary to keep it as good as new…. Read More
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Types of Heating Systems for Homes
When building a brand new home, you don’t want to forget one of its most crucial aspects: heating and cooling systems. Keeping warm in the winter and cool in the summer requires implementing the most efficient systems, and among these,… Read More
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Different Types of Water Properties in MD
Finding a new home location involves looking for the right neighborhood, amenities, proximity to work and community, and more. Geography is another consideration, as the nature surrounding a home can completely change what kinds of activities you enjoy. If you… Read More
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How to Choose a Lot for a New Home
Finding a new home often means looking at dozens of options before settling on the right one. In today’s housing market, one can bypass the high competition and potential renovation costs and choose a beautiful new and customizable home. Ameri-Star… Read More