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Tour of New Homes
April is here, and the awaited Tour of New Homes event has arrived in Louisville! This free event will be the first app-driven tour and will be held on the 25th and 26th. The app gives details of each home and includes pictures to tempt you inside and see these grand homes for yourself. The Parade Craze app (for Android and iPhone) will also let you map out your ideal tour, so when the day comes you can go straight to your favorite homes. Who is the Tour of New Homes for? The Tour of New Homes features new construction … Read more
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P.L. Lyons Project Update: Fairway Lane Dream Home
P.L. Lyons is excited to have recently completed a project on Fairway Lane in Louisville, Kentucky. Bright and open is the theme of the beautiful home on Fairway Lane. With light pastels, whites, and large windows, every room feels like a breath of fresh air. Marble countertops and fireplace are complemented by splashes of dark wood or warm lighting so the space is kept cozy and inviting. The kitchen has been constructed for entertainment so you can host several people at the counter with a glass of wine while preparing dinner. The sun room has windows facing the plant life … Read more
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5 Tips for Creating a Dream Home
So you are finally going to build your dream home; you may have been imagining this since the Lincoln Log days, or perhaps your family or wallet has recently expanded and you know this is the right choice for you. Whatever the case, be excited! We have tips to keep in mind throughout the process to help keep your sights set straight ahead. Make two separate lists- When first starting the blueprint for your dream home, you’ll discover how easy it is to get carried away. So make two lists of amenities, features, and designs. First list should be … Read more
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A Recap of the Home and Garden Show and A Look Ahead to Homearama
Despite the pesky snow that accumulated over Greater Louisville, The Home, Garden & Remodeling Show that took place on February 27 – March 1 at the Kentucky Expo Center was a big success. That’s really no surprise since the show is in its 66th year and always draws a big crowd. In fact, it’s the largest home show in the state of Kentucky and one of the largest in the country, with more than 350 vendors participating each year. From landscaping to building materials to the latest and greatest in interior design, the Home Show pretty much has it all. … Read more
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New Home for Sale in Glen Oaks
PL Lyons is excited to showcase a home we have for sale in The Woods of Glen Oaks neighborhood. This custom built home is a cottage style house that backs up to a wooded area and is located on a cul-de-sac. This is an Energy Star home built to the highest standards, which means you can expect big savings on your energy bills. The thick hardy board exterior is not only beautiful, but also very energy efficient. This along with cedar shakes, a brick skirting that features warm taupes and grays, and a wooded backdrop make this home the perfect … Read more
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Exciting Plans in Store for PL Lyons in 2015
After the toughest nine years Perry Lyons can remember in his 40 years of building experience, positive changes are on the homefront for PL Lyons, Inc. “We are going to have an extremely good year this year and we have a very positive outlook,” Perry said of 2015. Riding the Storm Out The collapse in the U.S. housing bubble in the past several years has had a direct impact on home valuations, mortgage markets, home building and real estate, increasing the risk of a nationwide recession. As a result, the building industry workforce has also diminished and has not yet … Read more
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10 Clever Remodeling You Never Thought Of
Homearama is full of innovative ideas for your custom home, ideas you may have never even imagined. If you can’t wait until July for some creative home suggestions, here are a few completely clever ideas from BuzzFeed to incorporate into your custom home or remodel project that you probably never even thought of. 1. Use the space underneath your steps for storage stairstorageco.net 2. Make room in your kitchen for two dishwashers. Load one while the other running. KitchenAid even makes a double drawer dishwasher. 3. Maximize your space in the kitchen and bathroom with baseboard drawers. familyhandyman.com 4. Make … Read more
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7 Custom Home Building Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make
The plan for your custom dream home is something you have visualized in your mind many times. How will the color flow? What lighting fixtures accent the decor? What type of wood will look best with my counter tops? All of these are questions you consider when building a custom home, but building a custom home that will grow with you over the years requires looking at your home from many angles and considering all aspects of your lifestyle and future needs. Poor planning can turn a beautiful home into a poorly functioning and sometimes unhealthy place to live. Here … Read more
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Make Your Home in Homearama 2015
Picturesque lots situated along the perimeter of a two-acre lake or nestled on an open expanse of permanent, deed-restricted pasture that will provide eternal serenity. That’s what homeowners building their homes in Homearama 2015 will wake up to each morning in the cozy surroundings of Spring Farm Lake subdivision. The Building Industry Association of Greater Louisville will host its 47th Homearama event again this July 11-26 in Spring Farm Lake off Wolf Pen Branch Road in Prospect. This annual home showcase will feature newly constructed homes built by area builders and developed by Signature Green Properties. Lots range in size … Read more
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BIA President Hands Over the Reins
‘Tis the season to be jolly and members of the Building Industry Association celebrated the joys of the season on December 12 at the Annual Holiday Party at the Downtown Hyatt. The evening’s festivities began with cocktails, followed by a plated dinner, decadent dessert and a coffee bar. Part of the program for the evening also included the induction of the 2015 Board of Directors and the swearing in of incoming BIA President, Pat Durham, Pat Durham Builder, Inc. After a full year of service, Perry Lyons handed over the reins of President and began the transition into his new … Read more
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The Top 10 Custom Features You Gotta Have-Download Today!
Your dream home visions may have started with some sketchy drawings on a napkin or a bunch of random overflowing ideas. As your dream starts to become a reality, there are certain things you may feel like you just can’t live without. Granite countertops are sure to make the list. Maybe an in-ground sprinkler system or kitchen backsplash rates on the top of your list. After building hundreds of custom homes through the years, Perry has created his own top 10 list of home features you just gotta have when building a custom home, and the list may surprise you. … Read more
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Tips for Getting Your Home Ready For Winter
If you live in the Ohio Valley, cold winter weather is inevitable. During winter, more time is spent indoors due to the cold and freezing temperatures. Before the snow hits hard and brutal winds blow our direction, it’s best to prepare your home for the winter. Preparing in advance can help avoid damage caused by melting snow which can puddle and cause leaks. Maintaining your home during the winter may require some special treatment, but in a day or two, it can be prepared for winter. Here are some important things you want to do to prepare your home for … Read more
