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

Home Under Construction by Nova Homes of South Florida, Naples, Florida Changing the color scheme of your home’s exterior is one of the quickest ways to give your house a face-lift, whether you’re preparing to list it for sale or just want to increase curb appeal (or both!). You might be surprised at the number of outside elements at play that you should consider before you choose a color scheme. Things like the hue of your brick chimney (is your brick more orange or brown?),

New custom golf course home under construction by Nova Homes of South Florida A darker look. Dark colors will be desirable for buyers, builders and designers in 2018. The bold black colors of the year from Olympic Paint (Black Magic), Glidden (Deep Onyx) and PPG (Black Flame) point to the luxe appeal of this hue. One way to add subtle drama to a home’s exterior is to forego tan and beige siding in favor of darker shades. Single-family home communities are offering siding in v

Golden Gate Estates 'Spec Home' on 2.5 Acres - Now Under Construction $499,000 This gorgeous new Marquesa model is available, and is expected to be ready for occupancy in May, 2018. ​ Enjoy the best of both worlds, Estates privacy, yet close-in to enjoy everything Naples has to offer. The home features a three bedroom, two bath, plus den, open floor plan concept, offering 2,212 Sq. Ft. under air, and a total of 3,300 Sq. Ft. The Marquesa includes a spacious three-car garage