New Year, New Kitchen: Top Kitchen Designs for 2021

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Buyers typically look for some of the same things when searching for the ideal Southwest Florida home. Whether you’re building a new home from the ground up or you’re browsing the local real estate market, one room in the home has the potential to make or break a sale or a home project. We’re talking about the kitchen, and it has been a long-standing space in the home that calls for maximum functionality and increased comfort, making it the ideal location for all types of gatherings. From midnight snack runs to small in-home soirees, the kitchen has a big job…

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Southwest Florida Home Builder, Frey & Son Homes, Welcomes Two New Team Members

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Bonita Springs, Florida, December 1st, 2020– Frey & Son Homes, a respected Southwest Florida home builder, welcomes two new team members this month, Lorraine Strand and Brian Heiniger. The home builder has been building beautiful homes from Cape Coral to Marco Island since 1972 and focuses on the latest design styles, superior building elements and a client-centered approach, making them a top choice when it comes to home builders in our area. Strand, a veteran in the industry with over 18 years of experience, has worked in all areas of the home building industry, although her favorite area is purchasing….

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Common Home Design Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

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Your home project may have taken months or years to complete. All the hours spent planning, meeting with your builder and finally deciding on every single selection for every nook and cranny of your home are finally over and now your beautiful home awaits. Few things could take away from this feeling of triumphant joy, yet something is wrong. You’re not happy with your home’s design and now panic is setting in. Where did you go wrong and how can you fix what you don’t like? Take it from the experts, anything can be fixed, but that will take more…

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Frey & Son Homes Gears Up to Reveal Newest Model Home on Marco Island

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Marco Island, Florida, October 29th, 2020– Iconic Southwest Florida home builder, Frey & Son Homes, announces that its exquisite St. Kitts model home, which was unveiled in 2019 has sold and the team is gearing up to reveal its newest model. Frey & Son Homes has been building legendary homes throughout Collier and Lee counties for over 48 years, incorporating timeless design, superior materials and the ultimate building practices. Located at 583 Tripoli Court on Marco Island, this five bedroom, four bathroom two-story Dominica model features direct access to the Gulf of Mexico, 3684 square feet under air and many…

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Fall in Love with Your Home with These Enhanced Design Trends

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Autumn has arrived, and although we can’t really feel too much of a change here in Southwest Florida, we’re excited for the future! As 2020 is nearing its end, we’re looking forward to new design trends that are slowly breaking onto the scene. Welcoming in the next couple months brings upgraded style and new takes on timeless design ideas, and as we look ahead to the new year, these designs are expected to really shine. It’s time to fall in love with your home with these enhanced design trends. Dialed-In Bathrooms The bathroom has been getting more and more enhanced…

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Frey & Son Homes Announces Two New Inventory Homes with Upgraded Designs Coming to Cape Coral

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Cape Coral, Florida, October 1st, 2020– Southwest Florida home builder, Frey & Son Homes, announces that it will begin construction on two new inventory homes in Cape Coral, which will feature new, upgraded design elements. The home builder specializes in designing the ultimate Southwest Florida homes, complete with contemporary finishes, spectacular outdoor living areas, superior building materials and more. Located on a Gulf access canal lot at 3305 NW 21st Terrace, the Key Biscayne model will feature the newly introduced Clean Lines Series, which includes strong visible lines, high ceilings, large windows and other contemporary design elements to give the…

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Let’s Talk Tile: Our Favorite Tile Design Ideas for Your Home

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When we think of tile, most of us immediately look down at the floor. After all, that’s the only place in the home where it fits the best, right? Well, you may be surprised to find that more and more designers are incorporating tile into other areas of the home to amp up the design factor of the space. Tile is a versatile building and design material that works well in areas, like flooring, kitchens and bathrooms and as we gravitate toward a more modern look in the home, tile is playing a key role in creating a contemporary feel….

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Frey & Son Homes Begins Construction on New Inventory Home on Marco Island

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Marco Island, Florida, September 1st, 2020– Prominent Southwest Florida home builder, Frey & Son Homes, announces that it has begun its newest project on Marco Island, a beautiful new inventory home, scheduled to be completed in May 2021. The builder has been a force in the home building industry for over 48 years and builds homes across Southwest Florida, known for their luxury design, superior craftsmanship and elegant features. Located at 1189 Strawberry Court on Marco Island, this three bedroom, three bathroom home will include a study, covered lanai and an exceptional outdoor living area, complete with a designer pool…

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Upgraded Pool Designs and Trends

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As we continue to spend more time at home, homeowners are searching for ways to upgrade their space. Perhaps your home has gotten a makeover this summer and you’re looking for more upgrades to make or maybe, it’s time to start thinking about building from scratch and finally getting the home you’ve always wanted. No matter what your situation may be, you may want to direct your focus to your outdoor living area…namely, the pool. Your pool has the potential to be a focal point of your home, not to mention a place where you can relax and unwind, or…

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Building and Designing a Contemporary Home

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We seem to be hearing the word contemporary more and more, especially when it comes to the home building industry. There are many versions of what is deemed “contemporary” or modern, but a list of common elements are often found in this particular home design. If you’re looking to build or design a contemporary space, you’ll need to keep some of these elements in mind, while also remembering to keep your design as timeless as possible. After all, home design is ever-evolving, which means that your home will need to evolve with the times to avoid the “dated” look. Leave…

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