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Floorplan Features Perfect for Hosting

Floorplan Features Perfect for Hosting

Now that you’ve filled out your bracket, it’s time to prepare your pre-game fuel and put on your best game face for the big March tournament! Can you hear your team’s fight song getting louder in the distance? Now that the best college basketball teams are vying for the ultimate title, it’s time for you to kick off this great sports tradition with a party in your new Homes By Dickerson home!

Our floorplans come with the features you’ve always wanted to host the ultimate game viewing party. Whether it’s an open living space to accommodate all your family and friends, or a separate flex space to keep the celebrations contained, with a Homes By Dickerson home, you have so many options. 

Here are our top floorplan features that’ll make your game-viewing party a hit:

 

Open Floorplans

In an open-concept home, it’s so easy for everyone at the party to hang out, talk, and mingle all in one comfortable space. And with no walls to interrupt the flow between family room, kitchen and dining room, the hosts can enjoy the party just as much as everyone else.

Large Kitchen Islands

When you have a party of any kind, there can never be enough seating and serving areas. Our large kitchen islands function as both! Pull up the barstools so that folks have more places to sit and eat, or remove the barstools and lay out your platters of snacks, dips, and drinks for easy self-serve access!

Butler’s Pantry

This is the perfect space to keep the messy part of hosting out of sight. You can do most of your food prep in this genius little space between the kitchen and the dining room to keep your counters free for serving. This is also the ideal place to quickly store small appliances and dirty pots and pans when the doorbell rings!

Wet Bar

Keep the traffic in and out of the fridge to a minimum and have all your drinks prepped and ready on the wet bar! These little stations make a big difference when they include a wine fridge, small sink, and just enough counter space to mix the perfect team-themed drinks.

Media Room

If your significant other would rather the house NOT be overrun with overly excited basketball fans, take the party to the media room! Media rooms are spacious and can be designed in any way you’d like to maximize space. You can even choose to include custom features, like a wet bar or sound proofing. The best part? There’s a door that can be closed to keep the rest of the house quiet and peaceful.

Outdoor Living Space

These days, people love spending time in gorgeous outdoor living areas just as much (if not more!) than spending time indoors. Especially in the beautiful spring weather we have in Raleigh. Convert your covered porch or patio into the ultimate game day experience by setting up comfortable seating areas anchored by a soft outdoor rug and accented with string or lantern lights. You can customize your space to include an outdoor fireplace and wiring to mount a TV above it, combining the luxury of an indoor living room with all the benefits of fresh air and sunshine.

Flex Space

If you’re having a few friends over and you don’t want to be underfoot of anyone else in the house, bring the watch party up to your upstairs loft bonus room. This is an open room that can be used for a number of purposes. During the tournament, add oversized floor pillows so guests can lounge in comfort, or a rolling drink cart to make serving easy and convenient. 

 

When you live in a Homes By Dickerson-designed new home in the Raleigh area, there are so many options to throw your version of the perfect sports-viewing party…or any party! Want to make one yours before next spring’s madness? Contact us at (919)-205-3404 to schedule an appointment and learn all about the process for building The Home of Your Life.  

How to Design with Pantone’s 2022 Color of the Year: Very Peri

How to Design with Pantone’s 2022 Color of the Year: Very Peri

Carefree, curious, creative — these are all words that have been used to describe Pantone’s 2022 Color of the Year, Very Peri (PANTONE 17-3938). This new and fresh periwinkle-like purple is a member of the blue family, but its violet red undertone makes it playful and interesting. 

Here’s how Pantone describes the color: “With trends in gaming, the expanding popularity of the metaverse, and rising artistic community in the digital space, PANTONE 17-3938 Very Peri illustrates the fusion of modern life and how color trends in the digital world are being manifested in the physical world and vice versa.”

So if Very Peri excites you, how exactly do you use it in home design? We have a few suggestions:

 

Neutral With a Touch of Color

Very Peri is an intensely saturated, bright, and unique color, so starting with small applications and pairing it with neutrals like ivory and green is a great way to introduce it into your home. You can:

  • Use it as a wall accent color in a bedroom or office. You’ll be inspired from the moment you wake up or sit down to work.
  • Bring in peeks of the color in decor like a patterned rug, floral arrangements, pillows, an upholstered chair, or artwork.
  • Combine it not only with natural colors, but also natural elements — like woven baskets, rugs or light wood accents — to play off its calming qualities. 

 

Bold & Beautiful

Very Peri is not a color to be ignored! Play up its statement-making qualities and make it front and center. You can:

  • Use a lighter version on full walls of a room, such as a dining room or study, to feel a fresh feeling.
  • Opt for the fully-saturated color on the walls of smaller spaces, such as a bathroom, study, or den.
  • Bring it outside and paint your front door or shutters this imaginative color to add a bit of whimsy.
  • Look for large-scale artwork with this as a prominent color to display on a neutral wall. 

 

However you choose to use Very Peri, it’s sure to inspire joy, creativity, and imagination! For more design ideas, browse our gallery or contact us to schedule a tour of a model home.

Our Most-Loved Floor Plans

Our Most-Loved Floor Plans

At Homes By Dickerson, we love all of our floor plans, but there are always a few that really stand out. Whether it’s the beautiful exteriors or the spacious interiors, these plans are some of our customers’ favorites. All of our floorplans are expertly designed but can also be custom tailored to your needs. If you’re looking for a new home in Raleigh, NC or in Charleston, SC, we would love for you to come check out these homes, and let us know which one is your favorite!

 

The Concord

3 BEDROOMS | 3 BATHS | 2,581 SQ FT

This 2-story home features unique details like custom millwork, an oversized owner’s closet, and a covered front porch that’s perfect for sipping sweet tea while the sun sets over the beautiful North Carolina landscape.

 

The Oakmont

4 BEDROOMS | 3.5 BATHS | 3,619 SQ FT

After seeing this lavish home, you may not want to see any other! Standout features include a large second-floor rec room — perfect as a second den, playroom, or themed game room — and dual walk-in closets in the owner’s suite.

 

The Garrison

5 BEDROOMS | 4.5 BATHS | 4,147 SQ FT

A large home with room to spare, here you’ll find everything you’re looking for in new construction. Unique features include a butler’s pantry for keeping food prep hidden away, an optional drop zone to keep the rest of your home neat and clutter-free, and a first-floor guest suite with walk-in shower that your friends and family may never want to leave!

 

The Cooper

3 BEDROOMS | 2 BATHS | 2,062 SQ FT

This spacious ranch-style home is the ultimate in single-level living. Along with no stairs to navigate, there’s a large walk-in closet in the owner’s suite, and a screened-in back porch where you can set up the perfect outdoor living space.

 

The Fairfield

6 BEDROOMS | 6 BATHS | 4,115 SQ FT

This sizeable home has room for everyone and everything that’s important to you! It also makes life much more convenient with a second-floor laundry room and rec room that’s attached to a cozy flex room — perfect for a home office or reading nook.

 

The Hutchinson

3 BEDROOMS | 2 BATHS | 2,140 SQ FT

If you love outdoor living, this is the home for you! With a large front porch that welcomes everyone in the family (plus neighbors) to come and sit a spell, and a screened-in back porch that’s cozy and comfortable, you may spend just as much time outdoors as you do in. 

 

The Addison

2 BEDROOMS | 2.5 BATHS | 2,142 SQ FT

Just as much a work of art as it is a home, the Addison offers everything you’re looking for in single-level living. You’ll be dazzled by the abundant natural light, highly livable layout, and luxury finishes. There’s even an option to add a twilight fireplace for those extra special nights.

 

The Franklin

3 BEDROOMS | 3 BATHS | 2,732

This classic Craftsman is designed with the modern homebuyer in mind. The formal dining room is a gorgeous, sunlit space that would be just as useful as a study. The first-floor owner’s suite features a separate tub and shower, and the second floor rec room is the perfect place to let the kids have as much fun as they want to.

 

The Jackson

4 BEDROOMS | 3 BATHS | 2,350 SQ FT

One of new home buyers’ most sought-after features is a full bathroom on the first floor, and this home delivers! It works perfectly for the first-floor guest bedroom. There’s also a butler’s pantry for keeping food prep hidden (a rare feature in many new homes), and a second-floor laundry room for everyone’s convenience. 

 

Interested in seeing more? View all of the floor plans available in our new home communities throughout Raleigh, NC and Charleston, SC, or contact us to schedule an appointment to see them in person!

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Homes By Dickerson Celebrates Women in Construction Week

Homes By Dickerson Celebrates Women in Construction Week

Homes By Dickerson is proud to celebrate the 24th Annual National Women in Construction Week, March 6-12, 2022! The purpose of this week is to highlight the women making a difference every day in the construction industry, to raise awareness about the opportunities for women, and to emphasize the growing role that women play in an industry that so significantly impacts the economy and society in general.

The Homes By Dickerson team is made up of many amazing women (almost half of our company!), each contributing her talent, knowledge, and skills to help our clients build the homes of their lives. They are incredible people to know personally, and we’d love for you to get to know a few of them, too! 

Below you’ll hear from Lea Ricks, Kelly Smith, Cassie May, Susan Falcone, Kelli Gray, Rachel Morrison, Turner Hairr, and Rae’Shawn Norwood about what they love most about working in new home construction and being part of the Homes By Dickerson team. 

 

Lea Ricks, Senior Project Manager

What do you love most about working in construction?

I love the fast-paced work environment. In my role, no day is ever the same which means there is never a dull moment!

What do you love most about HBD or your job in general? 

I couldn’t imagine working anywhere but HBD. We work hard, but the team makes sure we play hard as well. Our leadership team has created an environment like no other to work in. As for my job, it is most rewarding to be able to take a client’s vision and make it a reality. Many of our clients are creating a “forever home” and it’s just the best feeling to turn over a house that is exactly that!

What are your favorite hobbies? 

Really anything outdoors! I love the beach, the occasional hiking trip, and spending time with friends and family and of course, my dog.

Anything else you want to share as a woman in construction?

Being a woman in construction has its share of challenges, but it is all about how you adapt to those challenges.

 

Kelly Smith, Client Care Representative

What do you love most about working in construction?

When I joined the military back in 1996, I wanted to be a Seabee. Seabees built new construction in the military. Instead of following this path, I got to be an Electrician’s Mate, which started my love of construction. Part of my job was to “chase grounds” throughout the ship.  I got my hands dirty, solved problems, and made the vessel I traveled on, and at times lived in, safer. I knew once I left the military that I wanted to stay in the construction field. I have worked in numerous positions throughout my career, but my favorite has always been the warranty department. It is always about problems that need to be solved and process improvement to prevent these issues from occurring in the future. 

What do you love most about HBD or your job in general? 

What I love most about HBD is being able to help a client in need. It never gets old knowing that a homeowner is pleased with the warranty service they have been provided.

What are your favorite hobbies?

I love kayaking, playing cards, concerts, hiking, and traveling cross country.

Anything else you want to share as a woman in construction?

I want every woman who is considering joining the construction industry to know that this field is rewarding. Never second guess your knowledge just because someone doesn’t think you have the know-how.  Stick with it if this is what you love!

 

Cassie May, Architectural Drafter

What do you love most about working in construction? 

I love watching the process from beginning to end. Being able to see the preliminary stages of designing the home with clients up to the final stages is exciting. It’s also fun to watch our clients’ personalities come out in the design of their homes.

What do you love most about HBD or your job in general? 

Everyone at HBD is not only welcoming but willing to sit down with you and help you learn and grow. Being straight out of college with a full-time job can often be very intimidating because everyone you’re working with already has experience over you. At HBD I have learned so much because everyone wants to help you succeed and grow in the company and as a professional. It’s not only a great company with quality builders but a team that values everyone within the company.

What are your favorite hobbies? 

I’m really into re-organizing everything in my apartment right now, browsing Pinterest, cooking, and spending time with loved ones.

 

Susan Falcone, Creative Director

What do you love most about working in construction?  

It is ever-changing and always interesting! Being on the design side and working one-on-one with clients in new construction can be incredibly challenging but also incredibly rewarding! You’re helping your clients take a new, blank canvas and turn it into something that feels like home and speaks to who they are, and I think at the end of the day that’s what I love the most – seeing so many different designs and combinations come together and how excited my clients are to see their visions come to life.

What do you love most about HBD or your job in general?

I honestly love my team and the people I get to work with day in and day out. We have figured out our groove and how we work best, and most days, it truly feels like a well-oiled machine. Despite the chaos that has been in the building industry during COVID, we’ve all done our best to help each other keep our heads on straight and put products on the market that we are proud of. They’ve got my back and I’ve got theirs!

What are your favorite hobbies?

I enjoy spending time with friends, family, my husband, and our two cocker spaniels, Stella & Archer!

 

Kelli Gray, Client Care Coordinator

What do you love most about working in construction?  

I love being a part of someone’s journey in building their new home and seeing a permanent structure that I was a part of. It’s a new challenge every day, there is always a problem to solve! No day is ever the same. There are opportunities for growth and development all throughout the day, every day.

What do you love most about HBD or your job in general? 

The construction industry is about people and good communication, that’s where quality and true craftsmanship come alive. I am so glad to be a part of a team of talented individuals who know, and appreciate, what it takes to build a dream home! Customer Service is a large part of the buyer’s experience and it’s not without dedication and commitment from everyone, that a great experience occurs! When someone chooses to build a home with you, one of the most stressful things you can do, and at the end, they had a great experience, well, your reputation precedes you – and that gives me an immense sense of pride!

What are your favorite hobbies?

I love to spend time outdoors: riding 4-wheelers, swimming, going on nature walks, playing games, and I have a passion for cooking and baking. 

Anything else you want to share as a woman in construction? 

I love how unpredictable the nature of my job is, how it constantly keeps me on my toes. If you like excitement and a challenge, give it a try… you may just fall in love, as I did!

 

Rae’Shawn Norwood, Operations Administrator

What do you love most about working in construction?  

One of the things I love most about working in construction is seeing a vision go from conception to fruition. I enjoy the creativity, time and passion that’s put into a project. It makes you feel proud of the final product and even more proud to share it with the family who’s going to enjoy it!  

What do you love most about HBD or your job in general? 

What I love most about my job is the opportunity to work with the team around me to reach a common goal. We truly have a great team! I admire HBD’s overall commitment to building beautiful homes for our clients.

What are your favorite hobbies? 

My favorite hobbies include listening to music, cooking, and spending time with my family. 

 

Rachel Morrison, VP of Operations

What do you love most about working in construction?  

The technical challenges never cease, and each day presents a learning opportunity.

What do you love most about HBD or your job in general? 

I work with a group of passionate people who strive for improvement for our clients and our team.

What are your favorite hobbies?

I love a good puzzle!

Anything else you want to share as a woman in construction? 

Know your stuff. You can’t be a confident player in the game if you show up unprepared.

 

Turner Hairr, Director of HBD Interiors

What do you love most about working in construction?  

I enjoy seeing how every home is different and how talented everyone in the industry is.

What do you love most about HBD or your job in general? 

I love the people I work with on a daily basis and the fact that I learn new things everyday. Working on the design and furniture side of things allows me to be creative and see the finished product once clients have moved into their home. I love seeing how the homes transform even more once the client makes it their own.

What are your favorite hobbies?

I love spending time with my family, taking trips to the beach, and decorating my home for the different seasons.

 

Happy National Women in Construction Week to ALL of the extraordinary women of Homes By Dickerson!

Learn more about our team here!

Create a Peaceful Retreat with 2022’s New Home Design Trends

Create a Peaceful Retreat with 2022’s New Home Design Trends

In 2022, it’s all about peaceful, calming, well-edited interiors. With many people still spending more time indoors, and an overall emphasis on minimizing stress of any kind, interior designers are transforming homes into retreat-like havens that incorporate soothing color palettes, natural materials, and spaces that can be… well… whatever you need. Whether you are designing an entire home, or just want to refresh a few rooms, here are the top new home design trends for the new year.

 

New Home Design Trends for 2022

 

Serene Green

In line with the overall trend of all things natural and soothing, green is making its way into every designer’s look book as a must-have accent color in 2022. Earthy, organic greens like sage, olive, and forest de-stress and revitalize, and are associated with nature and growth. Use green anywhere you need a pop of color or need to feel energized, like a wall, accent chair, or pillows. You could even try removing window coverings to highlight your green landscape outside — it’s like built-in wall art!

Organic Materials

Playing right into the natural theme, this is the year to bring more organic materials into your interior design. Look for furniture and accessories in natural-finish wood, wicker, rattan, stone or ceramic, and natural fiber rugs like wool, cotton, or jute. Even mirrors and other wall art can take a million different natural forms. These organic materials create a calm and cozy feeling — a great way to combat the higher stress levels of the last few years. Designers fully expect this to be a long-term design trend as we all seek to lead simpler, less chaotic lives. A great side benefit is that these materials are sustainable and can easily be repurposed.

Flexible Spaces

Like plastic straws, single-use rooms are out. Multifunctional spaces are in — ones that can transform and change along with your life. A bonus room might be both a private study and a home gym, or a loft may start out as a child’s playroom then transform into a homework station. Even an open-concept living space can be flexible in that it allows you to place furniture whenever it makes the most sense during a particular period in your life.

Dedicated Home Offices

More people continue to work from home these days, and trying to focus in a highly trafficked room or clearing a space on the already-messy dining table just doesn’t cut it. In order to be “on” and professional, find a room or space in your home that can serve as a home office and nothing else (hello, flex room!). Bring in all the things that make you feel comfortable, inspired, and productive — like great lighting, a quality chair, bookshelves, photos, awards, and collectibles. Make this office “off limits” while you’re working, and your feeling of accomplishment will soar.

Minimalism

With many of us still spending so much time at home, we need our spaces to feel airy and open, no matter their size. Minimalism is both a way of life and a design aesthetic that can help accomplish that. Use only what’s necessary; keep only what’s meaningful and important. Decluttering your home goes a long way toward decluttering your mind so that you can rest more peacefully and focus when necessary.

Biophilia

Minimalism is the way to go for furniture and decor, but in 2022, designers say bring in all the plants you can! Indoor plants have mood-boosting benefits like reducing stress, increasing focus, boosting productivity, and more. Not to mention, they help purify the air by converting carbon dioxide into fresh oxygen — perfect if you’re spending long periods of time indoors. 

Outdoor Rooms

It’s no longer simply the “patio” or “deck.” More designers are transforming these spaces into full outdoor living spaces. It’s an easy way to enjoy more livable square footage in your home without actually adding any rooms. Bring in multiple seating arrangements, a cozy bistro table for coffee and breakfast, soft rugs for underfoot, and ambient lighting to make this one of the most used rooms in the home. 

Mixed the Old and the New

One of the easiest ways to give a new house that instant feeling of “home” is to incorporate vintage pieces alongside your newer decor. This helps to soften the “newness,” creating that lived-in, warm feeling of a home with a history. Choose older pieces with clean lines, like Shaker-style furniture, that can fit into any design aesthetic. 

From all of us at Homes By Dickerson, we hope your new year — and your new home — is happy, peaceful, and rejuvenating. Happy designing!

11 Things To Do in Pittsboro, NC

11 Things To Do in Pittsboro, NC

Pittsboro, NC is a quaint, quiet town in Chatham County that’s close to the thriving Triangle area, but far enough away to retain its own unique, small-town charm. This town of just 4,500 residents keeps its rich culture alive through fun festivals and unique attractions, but with brand new housing and easy access to Raleigh (40 minutes), Chapel Hill (30 minute), and the Research Triangle (35 minutes), it’s quickly gaining attention as a premier place to live. Whether you’re considering moving to Pittsboro, or just out exploring for a day, be sure to add these stops to your itinerary!

Things to Do in Pittsboro, NC

 

1) Fall Festival 

The annual Fall Festival is one of the community’s most beloved events. Typically held at the end of October when the North Carolina fall landscape is at its peak, the downtown Pittsboro festival features arts and crafts, live bands, children’s activities and games, tasty food, and booths promoting local community groups and clubs.

 

2) Christmas Parade 

It’s not a hometown without an annual Christmas Parade! There are school bands, antique cars and tractors, local personalities like the “Chicken Man,” and Santa brings up the rear. All children go home with a bag of candy and very happy!

 

3) Carolina Tiger Rescue

This nonprofit wildlife sanctuary’s mission is to save and protect wild cats in both captivity and the wild. Rescued animals that come to the facility are treated with care and respect, and provide a unique learning opportunity for the public. There are a wide range of tours available to learn about these amazing wild cats and how to protect them.

 

4) Fearrington Village

Fearrington Village is a unique English-inspired village in the lush countryside of North Carolina in Pittsboro. You can stay a night at the local inn, enjoy casual or fine dining at various on-site restaurants, relax at the day spa, or explore the unique boutique shops. It’s the perfect way to escape from the daily grind for a day or a weekend.

 

5) Mays Pottery

This gallery owned by a renowned mother-son duo of master potters is a creative destination for many in the region. In addition to browsing the gallery, you can purchase unique hand-thrown pottery, their signature dinnerware, and various forms of clay art.

6) Chatham Historical Museum

This free museum offers several permanent collections showcasing the history of the county, voices of the people who reside there, various industries that have driven the economy, and how the social fabric of the area has changed over time. It’s a great learning experience for kids in the community and adults alike.

 

7) S&T Soda Shoppe

A welcome blast from the past, this iconic, old-fashioned restaurant serves all your classic favorites in a beautifully restored building that housed the original soda shop in 1916. Today, it’s a local favorite serving sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs, salads, sides, and of course, frozen treats and “Dr. Pilk’s Phizzies.”

 

8) Chatham Axes

Axe throwing has been gaining popularity as a form of recreation and entertainment, and Chatham Axes is the perfect facility for both. Learn how to safely throw a real axe with your group’s own coach, compete on a team for a trophy, and if you’re really good at hurling wood and metal through the air, play in a double elimination tournament to be crowned the night’s champion.

9) Fair Game Beverage Company

North Carolina produces some of the finest craft beer, wines, and ciders in the country, and you can sample many of them right here at Fair Game in Pittsboro. But that’s not all. In addition to the tasting room there’s delicious food and a 17-acre campus on the edge of town that you can explore, beer in hand.

 

10) The Golf Club at Chapel Ridge

Set upon 790 acres of peaceful countryside in Pittsboro, this 18-hole championship golf course offers something for everyone who loves the sport. There’s a practice range, short game area, clubhouse/grille, and fully stocked golf shop. There are also tournaments hosted throughout the year so you can put your skills to the test.

11) Bynum Front Porch

This unique entertainment venue is set on the grounds of the Bynum General Store, built in 1936 and a cherished historical landmark of the town. Throughout the year, the Bynum Front Porch non-profit hosts family-friendly events and programs to celebrate the community’s rich history and keep the General Store afloat.

 

If you’re interested in moving to Pittsboro, Chatham Park is a new master-planned community featuring award-winning Homes By Dickerson floor plans, along with innovations in connectivity, design, wellness, and balance. As you’re out exploring, be sure to schedule an appointment to see these gorgeous, new, single-family homes in Pittsboro, NC.

Find Your Home Easier and Faster Using an Online Sales Counselor

Find Your Home Easier and Faster Using an Online Sales Counselor

Searching for a new home in Raleigh/Durham, Pinehurst, or Charleston can be time consuming and overwhelming. There are so many choices for housing of all kinds, and in so many areas. How do you narrow it all down without spending weeks or months driving around and looking at model home after model home? The answer is to speak with a New Home Online Sales Counselor. 

 

Meet Whitney White, Homes By Dickerson’s Online Sales Counselor and New Home Advisor. Her job is to help you simplify your new home search!

 

What is an Online Home Sales Counselor?

An Online Sales Counselor, or OSC for short, is your initial point of contact when you fill out an online interest form for a new home community, or call a home builder for more information. This person is a skilled customer service specialist, whose only job is to make sure you have all the information you need to move forward in your home search.

 

Why is an OSC important to the new home sales process?

Nearly 100% of home shoppers start their searches online. On builder websites and social media pages you can find lots of information about floor plans, communities, build areas, and pricing. But when you want to know more, it’s time to reach out to an Online Sales Counselor. Whitney can guide you to the community or area that best fits your lifestyle, and to a collection of specific floor plans that have the pricing and options you want.

How can an OSC make my home search easier or faster?

You can save time in your home search by speaking with an OSC. Whitney is a resource of information, and knows up-to-date details about our single-family home communities, townhome communities, and areas we build in. She can help narrow down your home search within a matter of minutes. All of the choices she presents will be in your price range and meet your requirements. Best of all — they will all have the potential to be “the one.” One phone call can save you weeks or even months of searching, and get you into a new home, faster. 

 

How do I get in touch with Whitney?

It’s easy! You can contact Whitney by text or phone at (919) 205-3404, or by filling out the Ask Whitney form in the right hand corner of our website. From there, sit back and relax while she gathers the information she needs to present the home options you’ll love. Searching for a new home has never been easier or faster!

Grand Opening: New Townhomes at Nexton in Summerville, SC

Grand Opening: New Townhomes at Nexton in Summerville, SC

It’s all sweet tea and sunshine from here! Homes By Dickerson is excited to introduce our newest offering in the Charleston area, The Townhomes at Nexton in Summerville, SC. On any given day in this vibrant neighborhood, you might soak up the sun by the pool and splash pad, venture out to one of the many tree-filled parks with your pup, or spend an evening dining at your choice of local eateries. There is so much to do here in Nexton and with a brand new, low maintenance townhome you have even more time to explore it all! 

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to sit back, relax, and enjoy the charming and exciting lifestyle that this luxurious master planned community has to offer. Centered at the key crossroads of I-26 and 17A, Nexton is in the heart of metro Charleston’s economic growth, convenient to Volvo, Mercedes Benz Vans, and Boeing. 

REALTORS® are invited to a grand opening event Thursday, February 17, 2022 (time TBD) as we unveil the new townhome collection!

 

Modern Townhomes in Summerville, SC That Fit Your Lifestyle 

 

Your home is where your family lives and grows together. You deserve quality features and modern spaces, an expertly designed townhome featuring thoughtful pricing and design packages curated by our award-winning design team. 

These unique, main floor owner suite designs offer open concept living, along with the amenities and conveniences of Nexton. The Sea Holly plan is 2,210 square feet with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, an upstairs loft space, and two-car garage. The Bellflower plan ranges from 1,946-1,977 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, and one-car garage. Enjoy park views from the front porch or al fresco dining on your side patio. Customizable selections are available. Pricing starts in the upper $300s. The townhome model is scheduled to open in Fall 2021. You can also take a virtual tour of this floorplan in the link here!

Nearby Attractions and Conveniences 

One of the best parts of life at Nexton is that you don’t have to sacrifice anything to enjoy one of metro Charleston’s favorite places. In fact, the joy of living here is everything that comes with it. 

Almost half of the community is devoted to parks, open spaces, and nature. Each park has its own vibe, and a network of trails and waterways winds through the whole community. Nexton is already home to some great amenity centers (they were named 2021 Master Planned Community of the Year for a reason!), and soon, Midtown will have its very own amenity center! The Midtown Club goes above and beyond what our homeowners ever thought they needed! Of course, it has a pool, a nice one. But it offers so much more. More ways to stay fit. More space for outdoor gathering and out-of-the-house working. And from pickleball courts to a climbing structure, more ways to play. All just steps from our townhomes! 

The Home Of Your Life™

At Homes By Dickerson, we believe your home should be full of life – your life. Focusing on service, design, quality, and craftsmanship, each home we build features intelligent construction methods, energy efficiency, and unique personalizations. We believe the sky’s the limit when you are living in the middle of the best community in the U.S. For information about our Townhomes at Nexton, please contact us at 843-466-4875.

Interior Design Styles

Interior Design Styles

Homes By Dickerson believes your home should be an original — designed and built exclusively for you. Whether your taste is contemporary and minimalist, or traditional and extravagant, our award-winning home designers will work closely with you to achieve an incredible-looking home that perfectly reflects your style. Here are a few of the most popular design styles our team has had the pleasure of completing recently for our customers!

 

Popular Home Interior Design Plans for 2022 

 

Modern Colonial

This style is characterized by grand entrances, dark polished wood, neutral walls, and luxurious textures on items like sofas, pillows, and chairs. Global influences appear throughout modern colonial style, through unique textiles and/or interesting prints. There’s also a slightly tropical vibe, with large palms and other tropical plants making an appearance, as well as classic cane chairs, and accents made from natural materials.

 

Modern Cottage

Modern cottage style borrows elements from nostalgic country homes to achieve a cozy, warm feeling, but is updated  to appeal to modern sensibilities. Do keep traditional cottage elements, like natural materials — wood beams and flooring, exposed brick, woven textiles — a welcoming fireplace, and of course, a farmhouse sink. Don’t overwhelm the space with too much furniture or too many trinkets — keep it light and airy with neutral walls and well-organized, open kitchen shelving.

 

French Country

French country design takes its cue from the estates of Provence with their maximalist aesthetics. Think floral curtains against a backdrop of floral wallpaper, with intricately-designed furniture. Of course, the modern look is a bit more toned down, but retains some of the extravagant styling, such as on light fixtures, framed portraits, or iron stair balusters. 

 

Dark and Moody

Some rooms in the home just require more peace and quiet — bedrooms, a library, or even a small den or living room. Whether you need a space to catch up on sleep, watch movies, or bury yourself in a good book, there are ways to achieve the look without going overboard. Balance dark painted walls with light flooring, furniture, and even houseplants to prevent the space from feeling too cave-like.

 

Contemporary Minimalist

Simple but never boring, contemporary minimalism is all about focusing on one striking aspect of a room. That might mean opting for white walls in order to focus the eye on the stunning floor-to-ceiling windows. Or keeping all the furniture monochromatic to highlight an impressive fireplace. There is actually a lot of creativity in minimalist design; and it is a style that’s hard to achieve without careful thought and intentional focus. 

 

Coastal

The coastal aesthetic is achieved by incorporating elements, materials, and colors from the seaside into your home. With shades of blues and greens, natural materials such as driftwood, hemp rope, and seashells, and light and airy fabrics like cotton and linen, the effect is calming, serene, and entirely peaceful. 

 

Modern Tudor

The modern tudor interior design style is characterized by stately decor, bright and open spaces, unobstructed windows, ceiling treatments, and iron finishes — all while maintaining the comfort of a family home. 

 

Modern Farmhouse

Whitewashed walls, timber beams, and contrasting metals embody this mix of contemporary and country, calm and cozy. While nothing should be overly fragile, the space should maintain a certain sophistication. Neutral color palettes are the base for the contemporary component of this style, mixed with anything that is rustic, distressed or natural.

 

Homes By Dickerson’s award-winning design team can help you create your version of these beautiful styles. Read more about our design process, browse our gallery, then contact us at 919-205-3404 to get started building The Home of Your Life!

Now Selling: The Brownstones at 751 South in Durham, NC

Now Selling: The Brownstones at 751 South in Durham, NC

If you are ready for high-style, low-maintenance living in the heart of bustling Durham, NC, welcome home to The Brownstones at 751 South!

751 South is a new kind of community located off of Highway 751 just moments from the Streets at Southpoint Mall. This walkable, vibrant, village-style neighborhood is where parks, walking trails, green space, dining, and shopping converge at your doorstep.

The Brownstones is a collection of modern townhomes with high-end, classic urban design features included. They offer all the luxury of a single family home but with none of the maintenance. These three-story plans can be customized to your preference with adaptable floor plans, private outdoor living spaces, and distinctive finishes and features.

Modern Townhomes in Durham, NC

Some of the many included features are…

  • Bronze Level National Green Building program certified
  • Rinnai natural gas tankless water heater
  • 8 1/4″ Smooth Hardie Plank Fiber Cement siding
  • Limestone Lintel & Sils at brick window & door locations
  • 10′ Ceilings with 8′ solid core doors throughout 1st floor
  • 7 1/4″ baseboards throughout 1st floor, 5 1/4″ baseboards throughout 2nd & 3rd floors
  • Large kitchen island and 42″ upper cabinets with 18″ Solid Door Uppers Stacked to Ceiling
  • 5/8” glass surround, level 3 Ceramic tile shower walls in master bath with deco, shower
  • (3) Professional-grade Moen faucet options in primary and secondary baths in (3) finishes

The Brownstones at 751 South offer downtown style surrounded by uptown luxury. Enjoy resort-style amenities every single day. The planned 5,250-square-foot Amenity Center will include a sparkling swimming pool, kids pool and play area, fitness center, outdoor fitness lawn, large gathering hall for events, and much more. Residents will love the 14 parks, 55 acres of open green space, nature trails, and preserved woodlands. 

When life is busy, these townhomes offer the low-maintenance lifestyle you’ve been looking for. No grass to cut, no gutters to clean, no fall leaves to blow. Our homeowners association will make sure the exterior of your home always looks beautiful. All you have to do when you come home is relax.

Don’t miss this opportunity to own a unique home in one of Durham’s most desirable new communities! Take a virtual tour here and get a feel for the high end and spacious floorplans these homes offer. The Brownstones at 751 South are priced from the upper $600s with design features included. Please contact Whitney for more information.