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Multi-Generational Homes: A Blend of Togetherness and Privacy

Posted by John Graziose on Tue, Dec 3, 2024 @ 15:12 PM

Many years ago, multi-generational families living under one roof were pretty common. It wasn’t at all unusual to have grandparents, parents, and kids sharing space. As American society became more mobile, the families became more independent and geographically scattered, with far fewer Walton-style roll-calls at bedtime. However, everything old eventually becomes new again.

In today’s evolving housing market, multi-generational living is gaining popularity as families seek practical, economical, and fulfilling ways to share their homes. But what is considered a multi-generational home? These homes are designed to accommodate two or more adult generations under one roof—aging parents, grown children, or extended relatives.

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Topics: aging in place, Custom Home Features

Smart Home Features for Your Custom Home in 2024

Posted by John Graziose on Mon, Dec 4, 2023 @ 12:12 PM

While designing and planning your custom home, don’t forget to consider smart features that are designed to simplify your routines, make entertaining a breeze, and add a much-needed sense of security. Smart home features are available in every room of the home as well as outdoors. What smart features should you ask your designer about during your consultation and design meetings?

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Topics: Home Design, Custom Home Features

Creating a Luxurious Kitchen in Your Rochester Custom Home

Posted by John Graziose on Sun, Dec 3, 2023 @ 09:12 AM

If you’re building a new custom home in the greater Rochester area, your kitchen is one room that needs special attention. So much happens in your kitchen (food preparation, casual meals, entertaining, and more) that it’s important to get this room right. Achieving the right results, however, is about more than simply installing new kitchen elements. You need a good plan to make sure everything comes together. That's what kitchen design is all about. With that in mind, let's look at designing the kitchen in your Rochester custom home—and cover some essential kitchen design ideas.

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Topics: Custom homes, kitchen design, Custom Home Features

25 Must-Have Features for Your Custom Home in 2024

Posted by John Graziose on Fri, Dec 1, 2023 @ 16:12 PM

One great thing about building a new custom home is that you don’t have to settle for standard features and finishes. Creating a home that’s uniquely yours is what makes a custom home special. Asyou’re planning your Rochester/Finger Lakes Area Home, you’re likely to come across certain features that you know you want to include in the plan. It’s not because these things are trendy or ostentatious. It’s because they deliver the kind of comfort and convenience you really want. With that in mind, let’s look at 25 “must-have” features for your 2024 custom home.

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Topics: Custom homes, Custom Home Features

Stunning Ceiling Ideas for Your New Custom Home in 2024

Posted by John Graziose on Thu, Nov 30, 2023 @ 12:11 PM

Are you looking for ways to make your custom home stand out? Add one or more of these ceiling types to your Finger Lakes/Rochester home for instant drama.

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Topics: Building a New Home, Custom Home Features