Designers often release their “trends for the year” in January, but life in the Poconos follows its own timetable. Besides, not everyone builds or remodels a home in the middle of winter. We think now is a perfect time to consider what’s “in” and what’s “out” in home design. Let’s take a look at a few home designs that have worn out their welcome for your Poconos home.
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A lot of people think of the Poconos when they think about getting away. But discovering Africa in Pennsylvania isn’t usually one of the things they think about—until now.
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According to the calendar, the first official day of summer in 2015 is June 21st. But for many Americans the start of summer arrives with Memorial Day—which comes on Monday, May 25th this year.
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One of the main reasons people move to the Poconos is to enjoy the outdoors. And when the weather gets nicer, homeowners want to spend more time outdoors—even when guests arrive or when there are meals to prepare.
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It’s great to see things green up in the spring months. But if your lawn in the Poconos is important to you, you’ll want to keep it looking good all summer long. Here are a few things to keep in mind so that you can keep your lawn in top shape all summer.
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Summertime is headed for the Poconos! One thing that almost always means is visits from your friends and family in the urban areas. And who can blame them? It’s the price you pay for having the foresight to build a home in the Poconos!
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There is a part of your home that you use every single day—even though there are times when you don’t give it a second thought. And yet, if you don’t choose wisely when selecting this critical component in your new home, your choice will haunt your steps for years. Of course, I’m talking about your choice of flooring.
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Maybe you’re one of those people who has long dreamed of building a custom home—but hasn’t yet taken the plunge. For some people the whole concept of a “custom” home is just a bit unnerving. “Custom”, after all, implies that you’re creating something a little bit different. But don’t let that scare you off. Even though your home may be unique, there is a well-established process to the whole custom homebuilding experience. Many others have been down this road—and you can do it, too.
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Figuring out the financing for your new Poconos home may not be on your list of “most fun things to do this week.” Without it, however, you’ll never get to the good stuff such as deciding on floor plans, selecting cabinets and countertops, or deciding which color to paint the great room. Without financing, nothing else happens. But which loan is right for you?
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When you think about building a vacation home, you may think primarily of a place where you can simply get away—leaving stress and noise behind. But if you’ve ever wanted a little bit more than that—If you've ever longed to relive the joy of summer camp as a kid again—and share that with your kids—Lake Naomi may be just the place you’re looking for.
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