NEW HOMES | 19 Kiper Homes Page 20 Ponderosa Homes Page 21 Featured Builders: here are many advantages to purchasing a new home vs. a resale home, including improved energy efficiency, opportunities for home automation and reduced maintenance costs—since everything is brand new! While these are all important benefits for home shoppers, studies show when it comes to making a purchase decision, the two most important rooms in a home are the kitchen and primary bath. New homes offer updated floor plans that are more open and feature larger windows for natural light than homes built even a decade ago. The transition from separate formal and casual living spaces to great room design provides better traffic flow for daily living, as well as entertaining. At the heart of the great room design trend is a beautiful, functional kitchen. In new homes at every price point, you’ll find desirable kitchen amenities like spacious islands, stainless steel appliances, ample cabinetry, solid surface countertops and generous pantry storage. Most builders encourage customization, so it’s easy to create your dream kitchen by selecting your flooring, cabinetry, countertops, backsplash and more from an impressive array of options. The possibilities to create a look that reflects your unique style are endless—and best of all, on move-in day, your new kitchen is exactly as you envisioned without the need for a stressful, costly renovation. When it comes to luxurious baths, new homes are designed with more space allocated to the primary bath than most older homes—and you’ll have the opportunity to personalize this space as well. Whether you prefer bold, modern design, a farmhouse aesthetic, or hope to create a calming, spa-like private sanctuary, your main bath will be the perfect place to escape at the end of a long day. You will also enjoy adding a personal touch to your secondary baths. A recent trend in baths is accents that pop, such as patterned floor tile or a bold countertop to add texture or color to the space. You may want to try something new or unexpected to create a fun, memorable guest powder room or child’s bath. If you’ve been looking at new homes, you already know that fabulous kitchens and baths are the main attraction. These spaces are designed to maximize comfort and convenience with functional layouts and modern amenities. When visiting communities, take notes—or even photos—of how builders have appointed their model homes. When it comes time to select materials for your new home, you’ll have a better idea of what’s popular, what catches your eye, and more importantly, what will make your new house feel like home. “ It’s easy to create your dream kitchen by selecting your flooring, cabinetry, countertops, backsplash and more from an impressive array of options.” T
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