Building in Busy Season: Why Planning Pays Off - Coastal living comes with rhythms – from high tides to high seasons. And when it comes to building a home along North Carolina’s coast, the busiest time of year is no exception. Spring and summer are when demand for custom homes spikes. The weather is ideal, interest in coastal living peaks, and schedules fill quickly. … Continue reading "Building in Busy Season: Why Planning Pays Off"
Building With Confidence: How Transparent Pricing Creates a Better Homebuilding Experience - Building a custom home is an exciting milestone, but it can also come with a fair share of uncertainty. For many homeowners, one of the most significant sources of stress is the question: “How much is this really going to cost me?” At Richard Wallace Builder, we believe the answer should always be clear, even … Continue reading "Building With Confidence: How Transparent Pricing Creates a Better Homebuilding Experience"
Modern Coastal Style: 7 Trends Shaping Today’s Homes - Coastal design has always had a signature look – airy rooms, breezy palettes, and a focus on bringing the outdoors in. But today’s coastal homes are pushing the envelope, blending timeless charm with modern sophistication. Whether you’re planning a second home, retiring to the Carolina coast, or simply want to stay inspired, here are seven … Continue reading "Modern Coastal Style: 7 Trends Shaping Today’s Homes"
5 Critical Questions to Ask Before You Build Your Coastal Home - Building a home on the Carolina coast is a dream for many – and for good reason. The salty breeze, stunning views, and laid-back lifestyle make coastal living irresistible. But before you break ground, it’s important to ask the right questions. A custom coastal home presents unique opportunities – and challenges – that require careful … Continue reading "5 Critical Questions to Ask Before You Build Your Coastal Home"
Home Sweet Home – Part 49 – Unlocking Your Home Potential In Retirement - Many of you reading this are already enjoying retirement. Others see this glorious milestone in their near future. And for those of you who have years before you can retire, I beseech you to not wish your life away—the years go by all too quickly the older one gets. Nonetheless, I can tell you that … Continue reading "Home Sweet Home – Part 49 – Unlocking Your Home Potential In Retirement"
In Defense (& Favor) of the Kitchen Island - Did you see the recent article in the Wall Street Journal “Why a Kitchen Table Beats an Island – According to People Who Made the Switch?” A friend forwarded it to me and wanted to know my thoughts. Suffice to say, I do not agree with those interviewed. There are endless possibilities for the size, … Continue reading "In Defense (& Favor) of the Kitchen Island"
Welcome to the New Richard Wallace Builder Selection Center! - Committed to providing a personalized, top-to-bottom experience for all Richard Wallace Builder clients, we are proud to introduce a brand-new Selection Center. Conveniently located and open for appointments, this one-stop shop allows future homebuyers to handpick appointments for their custom home on the coast in a stress-free, hands-on environment. Unmatched Selections Your dream home on … Continue reading "Welcome to the New Richard Wallace Builder Selection Center!"
Not Your Ordinary Ranch: Our West Indies Floor Plan - If you’ve been dreaming of laid-back luxury by the coast, Richard Wallace Builder has the perfect selection for you: the West Indies ranch plan. Our thoughtfully designed 2,923-square-foot plan boasts four bedrooms, three-and-a-half bathrooms and was imagined with a relaxed yet elegant lifestyle in mind. Inside the West Indies Plan Imagine stepping into an airy, … Continue reading "Not Your Ordinary Ranch: Our West Indies Floor Plan"
Home Sweet Home – Part 48 – Bringing Joy Into A Home - “Choose Joy” is the favorite saying of my longtime friend, Nancy. She ends every email in it and often uses the phrase to diffuse conflicts in her office. While it seems like a simple concept, it’s actually very powerful. Turns out, joy is more powerful than good genes according to an 80-year Harvard study of … Continue reading "Home Sweet Home – Part 48 – Bringing Joy Into A Home"
Home Sweet Home – Part 47 – The Bathtub Enjoys Another Resurgence - Have you ever had the opportunity to visit Kohler, Wisconsin and wander around the Kohler Design Center and the Kohler Museum on the floor below? If so, you were probably struck by the story of the first “modern” bathtub. In 1883 John Michael Kohler took a cast iron horse trough, covered it in enamel, and … Continue reading "Home Sweet Home – Part 47 – The Bathtub Enjoys Another Resurgence"