, MA E M D O E H We asked the builders, designers and project managers behind some of our area’s newest construction for what’s hot in home building. Peruse designer closets, updated baths and more from these recent entries in the Parade of Homes, put on by the Home Builders Association of Durham, Orange and Chatham Counties. PRODUCED BY JESSICA STRIN GER
Screened Porches + Custom Trim Work
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t’s no surprise with our climate that many buyers today look for homes with outdoor spaces. “Most main living spaces are centered off the screened porch so that buyers can live in the areas of the home where family congregates and entertaining happens,” says Stephanie Miller, Raleigh sales manager at Drees Homes. “Screened porches bring that outdoor living to life so that you can enjoy the fresh air and nature of your backyard while blocking the elements.” Ultimately the extension of living space that a screened porch provides is a premium, but the living space itself can be made equally distinct with the addition of a few custom elements. “Trim is a great way to make a home unique and fun,” Stephanie says. “We use creative trim ideas to make each home memorable. Creative patterns show off the personality of the home.”
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