Building luxury homes comes with an almost unlimited list of upgrades, and not all of them are worth the cost. After completing more than 1,500 homes across Arizona since 2007, Morgan Taylor Homes has a clear sense of which features buyers actually value years later, and which ones look good on a design board but […]
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Most of the good things in life happen in your home. Game nights, family dinners, restful Sundays, holiday gatherings, and more. So it’s crucial to ensure that you love the space in which you live. Building a custom home is the best way to accomplish this goal. But this can seem out of reach if
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Don’t judge a book by its cover. We’ve all heard the phrase. And generally, we all try to live by the meaning behind the phrase: don’t judge something based on its outward appearance before you know what’s on the inside. It sounds like a great way to live life. But, unfortunately, it is easier said
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Are you in the process of building a home on your own lot and hearing the term “Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)” being thrown around? Or perhaps, you’re in the process of trying to figure out how to best care for your aging parents and are weighing your housing options, and an “Accessory Dwelling Unit” has
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When you walk through a home that hasn’t been updated since the 70s, you know it. Wood paneling, upholstered furniture, sunken living rooms, and orange and green velvet are everywhere. These home design trends were all the rage in their time. But unfortunately (or fortunately), they faded out just as fast as they appeared. So
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Some design trends come and go, but one aesthetic that never goes out of style is sleek, modern design for the functional spaces in your home. Whether you’re an avid gathering host or you prefer a quiet night in, having the right modern kitchen design for your lifestyle can completely transform the overall look and
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Your kitchen is the heart and soul of your home. But if modern minimalistic designs like these don’t exactly give you warm and fuzzy feelings, you might find yourself struggling to achieve the cozy kitchen corner of your dreams without compromising on great style. Sound familiar? Then it’s time to embrace the growing rustic kitchen
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Whether you’re a workout guru or hopping on a bike for the first time, designing a gym in the garage is a great way to tackle your fitness goals. Gym membership fees can take a toll on your budget, especially if you go to a high-performance gym. It’s very unpredictable whether gyms will close down
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Providing a roof over your head and a safe place to sleep are the number one priorities in life. But it’s important to remember that taking care of yourself physically should also be important. You can ground and center yourself with these two aspects of life, increasing your mental health. But where do your residential
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COVID-19 hit parents like a ton of bricks, who didn’t know the drastic lifestyle change that was coming: homeschooling. You did the transition as best as you could, scrambling to the store to pick up bins, binders, and supplies. Becoming a teacher overnight, you adapted and still have to be flexible as the pandemic changes
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In the 1990s, the Greatest and Silent Generations retired in a period of strong economic stability and growth. The economy was ripe for them to be comfortable after years of national turmoil. Thus, golf course homes boomed. They could finally spend their hard-earned wealth and patriotism on enjoying retirement. However, the oversupply of golf course
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It can be exciting to start with a blank slate when personalizing your home. You can change up the style, toss out outdated decorations, and rearrange the furniture. But it can also be overwhelming to make so many design decisions at once when trying to make everywhere feel cozy. Your family can loathe your current
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Are you tired of living in a cookie-cutter neighborhood where the home builders manufactured each property out of a factory? It is incredibly boring to drive through each street and see the same boring home exteriors, especially if yours is one of them. Visitors like family and friends feel the same as they judge your
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Are you tired of getting ready for the day in a cramped bathroom space? Has your family outgrown your current bathroom situation, and are you looking for an answer to feeling squished in your own home? We understand that tiny bathrooms can be frustrating to deal with on a day-to-day basis. Thankfully, you do not
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The garage is often the furthest space from your mind when beginning your custom home building journey. Like most homeowners, you may consider it more of an “outdoor” area that only needs a slab of concrete and a sliding garage door that operates correctly. But a garage is so much more than just a place
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Decks and Patios are two excellent options for creating a relaxing backyard space beside your home. They also serve as a beautiful place for family recreation, outdoor grilling, and other outdoor activities. Homes with these two features often have higher resale values and are more attractive to buyers than homes without one. If you’re stuck
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While the first-half of 2021 forced people indoors, many found the experience exciting since they had an opportunity to reevaluate their personal living spaces. They found that kitchens, living rooms, and even entire homes were falling behind current interior design trends, which led many to want to start over with their own dream home. It
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After the unprecedented and stress filled events of the last year, it is no surprise that home trends report that homeowners are looking to implement calming and peaceful features into their homes. After spending greater amounts of time at home, the living room has lost its place as the central focus of the home and
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One of the most exciting aspects of building a custom home is getting to design it from the inside out. This part of the process is where your dream truly comes to life as you can tailor each element to make the house your home. At your Design Center Meeting, you will meet with a
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They say, “the kitchen is the heart of the home,” making it no surprise that homebuyers pay extra attention to the kitchen when looking for a new home. The kitchen tends to be one of the most utilized rooms in the house, as it is here where family and friends congregate to cook, create, and
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Some of the most fun aspects of home building are touring model homes, exploring floor plans, and selecting design elements. However, choosing the floor plan is the biggest decision you will make early on in the process. Before even thinking about breaking ground on your new build home make sure the floor plan is a
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So you’re looking to build a custom home? Great! Opting to build your own home will allow you to be involved in the house plans and personalize your home design, right from the beginning. There are so many features to choose from to make your home uniquely yours. Outlined below are some things to consider
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Building an environmentally friendly home is becoming increasingly more important to homeowners in the 21st century. While it is true that green options have long been considered more expensive, it is becoming much more affordable to be eco-friendly thanks to modern technological advancements. In fact, many builders are already implementing greener building materials and processes
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If you are considering building a new home, it is helpful to understand your options when it comes to the building process. This knowledge will assist you in determining which approach is best suited to your needs. In this article, we will look at the many benefits of both custom and semi-custom homes. Custom home
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As the largest Custom Home Builder in Arizona it is very important for us to keep up with the latest Home Design and Architecture trends. Our in-house designers are always looking to keep our samples up to date and in line with what our home buyers love. If we don’t have something specific in our
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When you are building a new home, there are so many decisions to make! Picking out the finishes for your kitchen is what most home buyers agonize over, as it feels like there are infinite options to go through. For example, Countertops are just one of the many selections you have to make when you
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The Geronimo is one of the largest and most popular of our standard floor plans, particularly in the Scottsdale and Peoria areas of the valley. This 3,176 sq. ft. home can accommodate 3-5 bedrooms and 2.5-3.5 bathrooms. So whether you have a full family or just love extra space you can truly tailor this floor
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There are few experiences more exciting than the custom home design process. Working with a professional custom home builder tp include every item on your wishlist makes any home design dream possible. Actively participating in the process means that homeowners will experience a sense of pride and satisfaction with the end project. The Home Design
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