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Simple Lighting Solutions

remodelingBy Belman Homes December 18, 2019 Leave a comment

Lighting is one of the most important parts of a room that many people fail to properly consider. Lighting has come a long way since the days of simple fixtures and lamps. Thanks to LEDs and other innovations in the industry, today’s lighting can do much more and transform a room in ways that old lights simply couldn’t. The tiny size of LEDs combined with the fact that the bulb doesn’t get hot yet still puts out a great amount of light gives home builders flexibility they’ve never had before. When you add in the inexpensive cost of LEDs, you’ve got many new options for lights that don’t add much to the budget. Here are some new yet simple lighting solutions that home buyers may request in their new homes.

Barriers to Ownership for Younger Buyers

Dream HomeBy Belman Homes December 16, 2019 Leave a comment

Many real estate agents and home builders have noticed a major trend in recent years: the average age of their clients has increased. Young buyers simply haven’t been buying homes like they used to, especially Millennial buyers. Many people think of Millennials as young 20-somethings, but that’s not the case any longer. The “Millennial” period runs from the early 80s to the late 90s, and many of the younger Millennials are in their mid-30s now. They’re at the age where they have completed their education and settled into their careers. Many are married with children.

Aging in Place Solutions For Your Home

UncategorizedBy Belman Homes December 2, 2019 Leave a comment

Home is a place where families are formed, and lives are built. It’s the place where one can go after a long day of work to unwind and enjoy the night. Home isn’t just a structure designed solely to give shelter – it is a part of you and a part of your family’s history. This is why it can be so difficult to move into a new home. Nobody wants to leave behind their memories and give up their comfort.

Home Selling Tips by Home Building Hero

Dream HomeBy Belman Homes November 30, 2019 Leave a comment

Selling your home is a lengthy process that almost always takes longer than anyone expects. If you are a first-time seller, you are likely in for a lot more than you expect. Home sales aren’t only about getting your house on the market, but about doing everything you can to make it the best house on the market. No matter when you are selling, there is going to be competition, and you should assume that the potential buyer is going to be very thorough in their research.

Tech Trends for Homes 2019 Edition

TechnologyBy Belman Homes November 28, 2019 Leave a comment

Belman Homes president and host of the Home Building Hero podcast, David Belman, shares some observations from the International Builders Show and keen insights into integrated home technology trends. There has not been a lot of technological advancement in this arena in the past year or two, Belman explains, but there has been substantial innovation in the realm of integrated and automated home solutions.

Vanities of Tomorrow

Bathroom RemodelBy Belman Homes November 27, 2019 Leave a comment

David Belman, President of Belman Homes, shares his observations regarding home bathroom trends from the International Builders Show. In this blog, we take a close look at the future of bathroom vanities—how they are built, what materials are being used in 2019, and how technological advancements are influencing design.

2019 Color and Style Trends

Paint ColorsBy Belman Homes November 26, 2019 Leave a comment

Belman Homes president and host of the Home Building Hero podcast, David Belman, shares some observations from his trip to the International Builders Show. Accent Colors With mattes and warm, earthy tones, subtle elegance is woven through the most prominent 2019 color themes, from hardware accents to alternative appliance finishes to wall paint. In…

Wounded Veteran to Receive New Home

UncategorizedBy David Belman November 18, 2019 Leave a comment

Exploring Rooms of the Future

Dream HomeBy Belman Homes October 27, 2019 Leave a comment

If you’re preparing to build your own home, one of the most important factors to consider is how many rooms you’ll have, and what purpose they will serve. Modern homes often have space for a home office, a hangout area for kids, a space for hobbies, and a separate living area for an aging parent or other relative. But what about the homes of the future? What rooms will these houses have? Let’s take a look at some of the options these future homes might include.

Fireplace Trends You Can’t Ignore

remodelingBy Belman Homes October 23, 2019 Leave a comment

Fireplaces may seem like a fairly simple part of the home. There’s the hearth in front, the area where the fire actually burns, the mantel, and usually brick or stone surrounding the fireplace that goes up the wall. Over the years, the fireplace has gone from the only source of heating the room to a decorative feature that is no longer found in every house built. As a more decorative statement piece, the fireplace has seen a number of trends come and go. Here are some of the latest fireplace trends that you simply can’t ignore.