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Category: Home Upgrades

  • Custom Homes: What are the Benefits of Owning One?

    Custom Homes: What are the Benefits of Owning One?

    Your house is more than just a building – it is your home; a place where you get away from all the pressure and stress from your job, and where you make lifelong memories with your family. Since you will spend a lot of time in your home relaxing with loved ones, enjoying hobbies, and entertaining friends, your home needs to be a special place which will suit your unique needs. It should also reflect your personal style and it should be something that fits your lifestyle.

     

    Here are some benefits of having a custom home built:

     

    #01. CUSTOMIZED OPTIONS

    Building a custom home is all about the power of making choices. Since your home will be customized, you have the freedom to choose everything you want – wall and floor coverings, appliances, custom cabinetry, trim, and amenities. If you are not a fan of granite and you want hand-painted tiling in your kitchen instead, you have the power to have it. Love natural lights? Skylights in every room can be installed! From interior to exterior, floor to ceiling, you are now in charge of every detail that goes into creating your own home!

     

    #02. PERSONAL PREFERENCE

    Your custom home will be a direct reflection of your taste, style, and personality. By working with Liv Developments, you will have the opportunity to create a home that will literally be the “home of your dreams”. For instance, you are an art collector – your entire home can be designed to give emphasis to your prized pieces, from specialized lighting to gallery walls. Your furnishings will fit just perfectly because your home will be designed to accommodate all of them.

     

    #03. FUNCTIONALITY

    Your custom home will also be designed entirely around you and this includes your floor plan. So, instead of working around a pre-existing home’s floor plan, or having such limited options with semi-custom home, your floor plan with a custom-built home will be designed to maximize and take advantage of every usable space. Your home will then have the function and flexibility to eliminate any unused space and adapt to your lifestyle and needs. Whether you prefer separate, defined rooms or an open floor plan, it is your call.

     

    #04. MATERIAL QUALITY

    When you buy a semi-custom home or a pre-existing one, you do not have much control over the quality of materials being used. The grade of materials will vary from room to room, and it usually includes prefabricated lower-quality materials. Good custom builders such as the experts in Liv Developments only work with trusted tradesmen who are known for providing high-quality materials and performance. With a custom-built home, you can rest assure that it is constructed with only the best products, brands, and materials.

     

    If you are interested in having your own custom-home built, do not hesitate to give us a call today or visit our website. We can’t wait to build you your own dream house soon!

     

  • 4 Outdated Home Décor Trends that are In Again in 2018

    4 Outdated Home Décor Trends that are In Again in 2018

    Thinking of remodeling your home next year? Then now might be the perfect time to start planning! Some homeowners think that a home should feel like a home regardless of its decorations, it is still important to take care of every bit of your home.

     

    Here are some of the home trends for 2018 that you might want to consider for your upcoming home:

     

    BRASS-LOVIN’

    Brass might a simple piece of metal, but it definitely has the capability to make your home shine as bright as the sun with its lively colour! This trend may be considered to be one of the outdated home decors, but it appeared again in 2016, and it is expected to so again in 2018. If you have brass in your current home, then you should celebrate – you already have a trendy décor in your home before it was even trendy!

     

    BLACK AND WHITE

    Are you fond of having an interior design solely in black and white? YOU ARE NOT ALONE! This combination has been around for a very long time and it is ranked to be one of the top trends that will just never go out of style. It may look vintage to some, but that is actually the reason why it reflects a sense of elegance and sophistication. The bottom line is, no matter how the trends of colours fluctuate over time, black and white will always remain the best classical blend!

     

    OVERSIZED FURNITURE

    The trend with new homeowners nowadays is that they have taken space into consideration more than the actual design of their furniture pieces. Vast spaces have become more significant in terms of the trendiest interior designs. Having oversized furniture, however, is not actually something that you should ignore. Trendsetters have said that in 2018, oversized furniture will be trendy again. Not only do they provide comfort, they also create an elegantly antique atmosphere that lovers of classical themes will surely love!

     

    ARTISTIC WALLS

    Having a lot of pictures hung on the walls is something considered to be outdated or something of the past. However, we still believe that hanging pictures on the wall should always be a thing, and it should never go out of style! Whether you fill your walls with images of your close relatives or original artwork, those photos will aid in giving your bare wall a nice accent. It also helps to boost up your room’s overall design – even if they are smaller than other rooms.

     

    So, which of these outdated home décors do you currently have, and which are you likely to keep? Feel free to share your thoughts with us! If you are planning on renovating or updating your home soon, then we are also the right experts to call! Don’t forget to visit our website today.

  • Great Ideas for Kitchen Upgrades

    Great Ideas for Kitchen Upgrades

    Contrary to popular belief, you do not necessarily need to spend millions just to have a cool kitchen. That’s right – here at Liv Developments, we aim to provide you with your dream home. Here are some great ideas for that awesome kitchen you have been long wanting to have:

     

    Dishwasher in a Drawer

    Who says dishwashers cannot be tucked away in private? For a change, you may use dishwasher drawers instead of regular ones. These handy dishwashers offer efficient cleaning for a few dishes. You may install one in a basement game room, in a butler’s pantry, or near your prep area. This pull-out provides an easy sink-side cleanup!

     

    Double Ovens

    Double ovens do not just add appeal to your kitchen, but they also provide a main oven that you can use without having to bend over a secondary oven for additional baking or simple plate warming. Separating ovens from the burners allows you to install a cooktop in a kitchen island, for instance, opening up a new floor plan possibility.

     

    Sprawling Floor Plan

    A great idea that you can do is knocking down walls in your kitchen. One great wall to knock down is the one behind the stove, making your entire floor more airy and family-friendly. How do you keep clutter at bay, you may ask? Simple: have a new island with cabinets on both sides installed.

     

    Fun Furniture

    When picturing your upgraded kitchen, it is best to have fun with furniture. We all know that furniture is a great way to infuse a little colour into an otherwise all-white (and boring) kitchen. You may go for 1950s diner-styled barstools with bright blue vinyl to provide just the right amount of pop.

     

    Freshen up with Fabric

    If you are thinking of adding colour and pattern to your kitchen, graphic tile is not the only option. Fabric is one of the budget-friendly solutions that can be easily switched out should you want to update your kitchen’s look on the fly.

     

    Vintage Meets Modern

    A white kitchen does not necessarily have to be literally ALL white. You may choose to swap upper cabinets, for instance, for just two small shelves and use a fancy wallpaper with a design that fits your preference. You can always mix and match your vintage look with a more modern one – depending on your accents and colour preferences!

     

    If you want more expert opinions when it comes to constructing your dream home, feel free to contact us today!

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