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The Power of Curb Appeal: Enhancing Your Home’s First Impression
With spring in full swing, now is the perfect time to refresh your home’s exterior. Whether you want to boost resale value or simply take pride in your home’s appearance, curb appeal plays a key role in making a lasting impression. A well-maintained and welcoming exterior adds charm, increases property value, and enhances the overall appeal of your neighborhood.
One of the easiest ways to improve curb appeal is through landscaping. A lush lawn, trimmed hedges, and seasonal flowers instantly brighten your home’s exterior. Fresh mulch can define garden beds, while strategically placed outdoor lighting adds both beauty and safety. Pathway lights, spotlights on trees, or accent lighting on architectural features can create warmth and depth, making your home look just as inviting at night as it does during the day.
Your home’s exterior condition is just as important. A fresh coat of paint or updated siding can completely transform an outdated look. Choosing complementary colors for trim and accents adds style and personality, while maintaining your roof and gutters keeps everything looking neat and well-kept.
Hardscaping is another great way to boost curb appeal. Paver walkways, driveways, and patios offer a stylish and durable foundation for outdoor spaces. Available in various materials and colors, pavers create a polished and customized look. Fencing enhances privacy and security, while decorative elements like pergolas, trellises, or stone borders provide extra charm.
Your entryway is the focal point of your home’s exterior, and small upgrades here can make a big difference. A bold front door color, modern house numbers, or new light fixtures help elevate the look. Simple touches like a seasonal wreath, a new doormat, or potted plants can also make your entrance feel warm and inviting.
With longer days and warmer temperatures, now is the ideal time to plan your home’s exterior updates. Whether you’re making major improvements or small refinements, enhancing curb appeal can transform your home’s appearance and increase its value. To simplify the process, our website offers a one-stop resource for finding trusted professionals in landscaping, lawn care, fencing, roofing, painting, and more. These experts are ready to help you tackle your spring projects with confidence.
Visit hbasiouxempire.com (or scan the QR code below) to connect with the right professionals and get started today!
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n the rapidly evolving landscape of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Van Buskirk Companies stands at the forefront of residential development, crafting communities that blend luxury, convenience and natural beauty. Among their latest ventures is Mapleton Highlands, an upscale neighborhood poised to redefine high-end living in the region.
Mapleton
Highlands - A New Standard in Upscale Living
Nestled in the future growth area of northern Sioux Falls, Mapleton Highlands offers residents an unparalleled living experience. Adjacent to the exclusive Mapleton Golf Club, this 160-acre development is strategically located on the northeast side of Interstates 90 and 229, providing both seclusion and accessibility. The community is thoughtfully designed to feature approximately 230 expansive lots, with sizes reaching up to 3.5 acres. The initial phase of the neighborhood includes 16 premier lots bordering the golf course, set to be available later this year. Construction is slated to begin in late spring with build-ready homesites anticipated late fall of 2025.
Steve Van Buskirk, CEO and owner of Van Buskirk Companies, emphasizes the uniqueness of Mapleton Highlands. “We’re out of executive neighborhoods in Sioux Falls. We’ve had a lot of big-home development in some appropriate places, and we’re running out of those areas that are convenient into town, and that’s where this really hit home with us.”
The neighborhood’s design boasts curving streets and elevated vistas, offering residents sweeping views of the golf course and surrounding valleys. Lot prices range from approximately $195,000 to $500,000, catering to astute homeowners seeking custom-built residences. The community will uphold architectural standards comparable to Van Buskirk’s esteemed Prairie Hills and Cherry Lake neighborhoods, ensuring a cohesive and upscale aesthetic.
Explore Van Buskirk Neighborhoods
Beyond the newest, Mapleton Highlands, Van Buskirk Companies has an impressive array of residential developments, each offering unique features tailored to diverse lifestyles.
Located in the Brandon School District:
Willow Ridge
Located on the east side of Sioux Falls, Willow Ridge offers panoramic views of South Dakota’s picturesque landscapes. The neighborhood is part of the Brandon Valley School District and is adjacent to Fred Assam Elementary School. With large lots, some without backyard
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neighbors, residents can build their dream homes in a serene setting. The community provides easy access to main roads, ensuring convenience for daily commutes.
The Bluffs of Brandon
Situated in Brandon, this neighborhood offers residents a blend of natural beauty and modern amenities. With various lot sizes and styles, homeowners can choose the perfect setting for their custom-built home. The community is designed to foster a close-knit atmosphere while providing easy access to the greater Sioux Falls area.
Vistas at Stone Ridge
Known for its scenic views, Vistas at Stone Ridge offers homeowners a beautiful setting to build their dream home. The development includes a variety of lot options, ensuring that prospective residents can find the perfect fit for their lifestyle. Its location provides a balance between tranquility and accessibility to city amenities.
River Park
Set to offer buildable homesites in 2025, River Park is among Van Buskirk’s up-and-coming developments in Brandon. While details are forthcoming, the neighborhood is expected to provide residents with modern amenities and a community-focused design. Prospective homeowners can anticipate a harmonious blend of natural beauty and contemporary living spaces.
Located in the Sioux Falls School District:
Canterbury Heights
This established neighborhood boasts close proximity to Veterans Parkway and Dawley Farm Village, making it a highly desirable location. Residents can access schools, parks, and shopping centers within minutes. The development is within the Sioux Falls School District and offers a variety of lot sizes to suit distinct preferences.
Located in the Tri-Valley School District:
Hazeltine
Situated in northwest Sioux Falls, Hazeltine is a desirable neighborhood just north of Jefferson High School. Residents enjoy proximity to new amenities, including restaurants, gyms and retail centers. The development falls within the Tri-Valley School District, with a new elementary school under construction in nearby Crooks. Lot sizes and prices vary, accommodating a range of homebuyers.
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Mydland Estates
This development offers a range of lot sizes, catering to different housing needs. Located in a serene area of Harrisburg, Mydland Estates provides residents with a peaceful retreat while still being close to urban amenities. The neighborhood is designed with community in mind, featuring common areas and easy access to local attractions such as Air Madness, the Country Apple Orchard, Splash Bark by SDK and south Sioux Falls amenities.
Heritage Pond
Located in the growing community of Crooks, Heritage Pond is a testament to Van Buskirk’s commitment to developing vibrant neighborhoods. The development features 68 single and multi-family lots, complemented by open green spaces, walking trails, and a fishing pond. Its proximity to Sioux Falls makes it an attractive option for those seeking smalltown charm with city conveniences.
Building Dreams, Developing Communities
For over 50 years, Van Buskirk Companies has cultivated a reputation as one of the most respected real estate development and construction companies in the region. The family business has developed over 20 thoughtfully designed, quality neighborhoods, sold more than 3,000 homesites and currently manages over a million square feet of commercial space. Their portfolio includes some of the region’s most sought-after commercial properties, such as Lake Lorraine and The Bridges at 57th Street.
To learn more about Van Buskirk Companies’ services or to inquire about our neighborhoods visit www.vbclink.com or call 605-361-8211.
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By: Lauren Johnson | Photos By: Harberts Media
This zero-entry, slab-on-grade home built by Kelly Construction at 1714 N. Medallion Circle in Courtyards at Golden Gateway in Sioux Falls features 2,930 square feet, 4 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms, a side courtyard, and a three-stall garage with the main living area on the first floor and an upper-level guest suite. It is fine, luxury living designed for the 55+ active adult community equipped with a high style and low stress lifestyle.
The charming three-panel interior doors help set the design style of the home. High-quality, solid doors carry the transitional style detail throughout the home with trendy Kwikset black hardware.
At first glance, the great room effortlessly combines the living room, dining area, and kitchen. These spaces are united by the light-toned, wide plank, engineered hardwood flooring, with radiant heat throughout the main floor including the garage and primary bathroom. From this main living space and the primary bedroom, you can walk through glass sliding doors to enjoy the outside courtyard space with stamped concrete and artificial turf for a true low maintenance oasis.
In the living room a gas fireplace creates a focal point with a rugged stone facade and thick mantle. There is space above to mount your TV or to display a favorite piece of art and the kitchen and dining space are merely steps away.
The dining room is punctuated by a gorgeous pendant light in contemporary gold-toned metal. There is a sleek black ceiling fan over the sitting area and coordinating gold and black pendants over the kitchen island.
The center island includes seating for four with ample workspace and a builtin kitchen sink, so as you work on food prep you are still part of the action. The beautiful, white marbled quartz countertops are not only stunning to look at but also easy to work on and clean. Above the countertops a brightly contrasted backsplash of elongated, neutral, brick style tiles adds a modern yet timeless feel.
The kitchen features a full line of GE Slate appliances as well as custom-built cabinets by Bullseye finished in a translucent deep stain, letting the natural texture of the wood show through. The contrasting, contemporary cabinet pulls are in gold-tone metal and innovative Delta plumbing fixtures look smart in the kitchen and continue cohesively throughout the home in the bathrooms. A convenient walk-in pantry features plenty of storage.
All of the cabinetry and fixtures throughout the home carry the same dramatic wood-stained finish and touches of gold and black in the plumbing and lighting fixtures. The urbane bronze accent color matches both sets of tall barn doors enclosing the den and sitting room off the primary bedroom.
Centered in the primary bedroom is a raised-ceiling detail with stained wood beams and a ceiling fan. The room is majestic yet feels cozy with its designer trending-pattern carpet in a light, creamy tone. The color flows seamlessly into the heated ceramic floor tiles in the primary bathroom. The soft tones contrast with the deep finish of the cabinetry and large format brick tiles used in the zero-entry, walk-in shower with multi-toned tile mosaic on the shower floor. The shower design is accented by a clean, white quartz bench and wall shelves. The water room includes both a rain head, traditional shower head, and handheld for a spa-like experience.
In the bathroom there is a separate water closet with a pocket door and large linen closet. The impressive walk-
in closet is fully outfitted and ready for organization and storage.
Warmly carpeted stairs lead to the upper-level guest suite featuring 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, a wet bar and large living space. It’s a perfect place to accommodate family or friends during the holidays or any time of the year as it is spacious and inviting.
In the hall leading to the primary suite is a laundry room with storage and a hanging bar for drying, plus a walk-in closet for coats and all-season sport accessories.
This resort-style community features a luxurious clubhouse with amazing amenities, including a heated pool, outdoor fireplace, pickleball courts, fitness studio, golf simulator, and large indoor/outdoor gathering spaces.
Enjoy 55+ active living in a convenient Sioux Falls location with easy access to major interstates, plus top-notch medical care and shopping all within a couple miles of your home!
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Enhancing the appearance of your property through landscaping is a fulfilling and value-adding process when executed skillfully and with intent Garden and yard design options are endless, offering everything from the chance to turn your yard into a relaxing outdoor lounging area to the opportunity to grow gorgeous species of flowers in your own front yard
owever, landscaping can potentially incur significant expenses, particularly if done impulsively or without a cost-conscious approach. So, before getting your hands dirty, consider the following landscaping ideas to help you achieve your goals while keeping costs in check.
Say No to Annuals and Yes to Perennials
Opting for annual plants is an excellent choice if you want to add colors to your garden beds and containers. However, annuals only thrive during their growing season and must be discarded after flowering. The recurring expenses and time investment in replacing annual plants can add up and may seem like a waste of money.
So, what do we suggest as a cost-effective alternative? Consider incorporating perennial plants into your landscaping design. These plants come back year after year, offering a longer-lasting solution and allow you to pay once and reap the colorful benefits for years.
Use Large Grasses for Filling Empty Spaces
Incorporating tall ornamental grasses like switch grass or beak grass is a popular choice for homeowners and for all the right reasons. These plants do a great job of adding a subtle yet classy appeal to any landscape, and the cost for a big bundle is typically quite affordable.
These grasses also have a rapid growth rate, making them an excellent option for a privacy wall between you and your neighbors.
Less Is More: Use Fewer Plants
While building a mixed range of plants and flowers from your local garden center is tempting, consider simplicity as a cheaper option. It’s easy to get caught up in attempting to mimic landscape magazines and placing every plant you can get your hands on into your yard, but we have a better option.
Restrict your selection to just a few distinct plant types. This approach effectively populates your space without appearing too overwhelming and ensures a cost-effective landscaping solution.
Plant Native Plants to Save Water and Stretch Money
Yet another savvy way to save on your landscaping project is to select indigenous plant species for your region. Local plants require less maintenance and watering, translating to long-term savings.
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By: Lauren Johnson | Photos By: Drift Media Co.
704 S. 4th Circle in Brandon is one of several quality homes built by the talented craftsmen at Oakland Homes in the Aspen Harbor development. If you are looking for a premier, custom home development with private lake access, take a closer look!
The exterior of this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom single-family home is aesthetically exciting with dramatic angled roof lines, combinations of textures, and varied shades of green and grey siding accented by stone in warm complementary tones. A pop of rust on the portico highlights the welcoming front door entrance.
Entering the home, a vestibule with a long wall provides a perfect spot to drop your keys and store your essentials right next to the entry hall closet. A spacious, open living area combines the living room, dining area, and kitchen, and is perfect for entertaining family and friends.
The main living space features expansive windows allowing plenty of natural light and a centered gas fireplace with an intricate and decorative tile design is a showpiece in the room. It’s a cozy space for the family to gather and while still being easily included from the main work area in the kitchen.
Anchored by a kitchen island with seating for four, the kitchen features beautifully crafted cabinetry in a warm wood tone and shaker-style door, provide ample storage. The contrasting quartz countertop combines warm earth tones with creams, while the tile backsplash is a soft white with a sophisticated linear pattern. The clean look of stainless-steel appliances accents the space with matching cabinet pulls and hardware. On the adjoining wall of the kitchen an oversized walk-in pantry with innovative and functional shelving provides an organized solution for storage.
Contemporary light fixtures define the three main areas of the great room including four pendants over the island, one over the sink, and an architectural chandelier in gold tone metal and glass highlights the dining area.
The deep, warm wood tone of the cabinetry unites the home through the wood-stained window and door casings, base moldings, and threepanel mission style interior doors throughout the home, contrasting in a beautiful way with natural luxury vinyl plank flooring that flows across all rooms on the first floor.
A welcoming hallway to the door that leads to the 3-stall garage doubles as a mud room with hooks on the wall and room for bench seating.
On the second level, the primary bedroom is sizeable with a dramatic tray ceiling and ceiling fan. The room’s color palette provides an elegant contrast to the deep, grey ceiling. Richly colored window casings frame a beautiful view of the lake.
The primary bathroom features a double sink vanity with extra storage. The tile floor combines a white background with both warm and cool marbleized colors, coordinating with the contrasting color tiles used in the large walk-in shower, and accented by a natural pebble mosaic tile on the shower floor. An expansive walk-in closet is enviable, with its crisp, white shelving and hanging rod system.
On this floor there are two additional bedrooms and the second full bathroom. The soft gray tile floor, quartz countertop, and ample storage make it perfect for siblings to share. The tub and surround are an inset unit, safe for the kids and easy to care for.
Adjacent to the bedrooms is a spacious laundry room with cabinets for storage that match the warm kitchen tones and a functional countertop for folding and sorting.
A light and airy bonus room, built into the eaves over the garage, can be used as a playroom, home office, family room, retreat, guest room, or any way your family can imagine!
Justin Oakland, owner and builder at Oakland Homes, invites you to check out comparable homes in the neighborhood and buy or build one in the future.
“Think of us and think of Brandon when you’re ready to start building and start the process,” Justin shares. “We build in all neighborhoods within 30 minutes of Sioux Falls. If you want to be in by Christmas, give us a call at 605-553-5311. We want your custom-built home construction to exceed your expectations.” Learn more at www.builtbyoakland.com
If you or someone you know requires accessibility-related home repairs at no cost, we encourage homeowners to apply for the annual Repair Affair™ Day event, where volunteers help with updates on projects such as wheelchair ramps, grab bars and more.
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Whether you’re preparing your home for selling or want to make an impression with your house, there are simple and affordable ways to freshen things up.
From painting your front door to creating a mini-garden along your pathway, you don’t have to settle for a boring, unappealing front yard.
Here are a few simple ways to boost curb appeal that’ll make your neighbors sigh in admiration.
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INSTALL NEW EXTERIOR LIGHTING
One of the simplest ways to improve curb appeal is to install new exterior lights. For instance, you can install a unique lantern above your door or a sensor light that switches on whenever someone approaches the house.
You’ll not only have a beautifully-lit entryway but also amp up your home security. You can also use solar lights, path lights, and string lights to make your front yard look bright and appealing.
PLANT FLOWERS AND SHRUBS
When in doubt, plant flowers! Whether it’s a single species or a colorful bunch, your front yard will be a sight to behold. If you have enough space, you can also plant shrubs, trees, and succulents.
If you’re not sure what flowers and plants will thrive in your climate, ask the nursery for advice. They’ll tell you which plants are native to your state or specific area and suggest the best options for your front yard.
ADD A FRESH COAT OF PAINT
A fresh coat of paint on your home exterior walls, fence, window ledges, and even your front door will brighten up your front yard and give it a facelift.
For example, if you want to repaint the front door, use a color that’ll pop out, such as bright yellow or turquoise. If you’re more into neutrals, even fresh white or black paint will do wonders for your curb appeal.
POWER-WASH THE DRIVEWAY
Your driveway is one of the most used areas of your front yard but gets the least attention. Taking your car in and out every single day can make your driveway dirty, dusty, and stained.
Luckily, with a simple power wash, you can give the driveway its old shine back — and improve your curb appeal. While you’re at it, powerwash the pathway, your house exterior, and any other neglected areas that could use a little sprucing up.
Visit the expanded showroom at Today’s StarMark Custom Cabinetry in north Sioux Falls and start on your dream home project today. Our friendly design experts will help you discover exactly what you want for your home.
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