A new home under construction in Golden Gate Estates, Naples, Florida by Nova Homes of South Florida For home builders who are able to build in diverse communities is a big plus for the builder and the homeowner. Southwest Florida has a varied collection of communities and neighborhoods from gated communities, scattered lots, neighborhoods with no gated entry, communities with very large homesites, and waterfront neighborhoods. Nova Homes of South Florida builds custom luxury

Another New Home Under Construction in Naples, Florida by Nova Homes of South Florida How to Reduce Your Home's Carbon Footprint You may work to reduce your personal carbon footprint by driving less and recycling, but do you consider the footprint of your home? Here are some tips to make your home and your wallet a little greener. Buy efficient appliances. Appliances are getting more efficient every year, and some have better energy and water-use ratings than others. The en

A New Home Goes Up in Golden Gate Estates, Naples by Nova Homes of South Florida Florida’s housing market reported more sales, more new listings and higher median prices in November compared to a year ago, according to the latest housing data released by Florida Realtors. Sales of single-family homes statewide totaled 20,578 last month, up 3 percent compared to November 2017. “Buyers who have been frustrated by a lack of for-sale homes in their areas may be encouraged by sign

The interior of a New Home by Nova Homes of South Florida on Marco Island, Florida Benefits of Buying a Newly Built Home 1. Modern floor plans designed for the way we live today. One of the biggest advantages of buying a new construction home is that they are designed and built for today’s lifestyle. They come with flowing open floor plans and features that meet modern-day demands, including open, eat-in kitchens, walk-in closets, large master baths, more access to outdoor en

Nova Homes of South Florida Showroom, Naples, Florida There is a definite dichotomy in relation to design aesthetics and colours across 2019 trends. Some of the colour palettes are experimental, bold and daring whilst others are much more subtle, discreet, quiet and still. The palette is a nourishing, sun-bleached collection of gentle pastels and self-assured neutrals. From warm cotton and pale gold, the palette ventures into fleshy nudes, pale apricot-tinted tan and both mel

A New Home Just Completed by Nova Homes of South Florida in Naples, Florida A recent article from CityLab posed what is surely the most important question of our time: Why won’t millennials join country clubs? According to writer Kelsey Lawrence, country clubs are failing to gain a foothold among a younger demographic for a variety of reasons, not limited to their well-deserved reputations for racial and religious discrimination, exorbitant membership fees, “old-fashioned dre

Block parties — street gatherings that bring together neighbors for socializing, shared meals, games and entertainment — have been around for decades. But some cities today also see block parties as an important tool to help create safety nets for their residents and make their communities stronger. Good idea: Get creative when planning block party activities and traditions. In Chicago, one block makes flags and strings them across the street. Salk’s neighborhood has a block

Sarah's New Dream Room from Savvy Giving by Design Last October, Maribel Loza found out that her 9-year-old daughter Sarah had cancer. It was a rare, aggressive form of lymphoma that had started in Sarah’s pelvis and spread to her lymph nodes, her head and behind her eyes. Overnight, Sarah had to trade 4th grade school days for a rigorous schedule of surgeries, blood transfusions and chemotherapy. Sarah, who lives in San Diego, also faced changes at home. She stopped sleep

Porcelain Tile is included in every home built by Nova Homes of South Florida Remember, the TCNA defines porcelain as tile that absorbs less than 0.5 percent of moisture. Why doesn’t porcelain absorb much moisture? According to the TCNA, porcelain is naturally dense, which means it’s harder to penetrate. In other words, it’s nearly waterproof. This property makes porcelain a no-brainer for bathroom installations, as well as other areas of your home that are exposed to moistur

A new home by Nova Homes of South Florida in Naples, Florida 1 Single source of accountability – The design/build approach provides a single source for your entire project. In the classic design-bid-build method the owner must: Select an architect/designer, finalize the design, bid the project, select a contractor, and then act as an intermediary. The design-build method fosters teamwork and lends itself to cooperation. The relationship built during the design phase helps