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Volume 13, Issue 5 May 2019
The Brunswick Blueprint
Brunswick County HBA
64 Union School Road
Shallotte, NC 28470
910-579-5544
phone/fax
www.brunswickcountyhba.org
Inside this issue:
Most Wanted Features
Calendar
New Member Marketing Class Ceiling Fan tip
Code Contacts
Member Savings
Support Scholarship
Top Kitchen and Bath Features Home Buyers Want
Today’s savvy home buyers are paying more attention to kitchen and bathroom
features, and new homes are reflecting their preferences. A kitchen is not only a
cooking area – it is a space where people gather to create and share meals.
Similarly, function and design are characteristics home buyers are looking for in
bathrooms. With a variety of finishes and amenities in kitchens and bathrooms
available, which features stand out for home buyers?
A recent study conducted by the National Association of Home Builders reveals
what kitchen and bath features are among the most wanted this year. The survey
asked first-time buyers and existing home owners to rank several kitchen and
bath features based on how essential they are to make a home-purchasing deci-
sion.
When asked about kitchens, more than half of home buyers ranked walk-in
pantry as the top desirable feature in the kitchen. The second most wanted
kitchen feature was a double sink, followed by a table space for eating, central
island and granite/natural stone countertop.
The preferred finishes for cabinets varied. More than a third of home buyers
preferred a white kitchen cabinet color followed closely by medium and dark
brown. Unlike kitchen cabinets, home buyers have a strong preference for type
of appliance. Two-thirds of buyers say stainless steel is their preferred color.
Home buyers were also decisive when it came to kitchen countertop material. A
majority say granite or other natural stone is their favorite.
When it comes to the bathroom, home buyers say having a linen closet in the
master bath is the most desired feature. The second most wanted feature was
having both a shower stall and tub in the master bath. Other top preferences
include a double vanity and private toilet compartment in the master bath. Home
buyers increasingly say they want a white toilet, tub and sink.
Unlike kitchens, there were stark contrasts in bathroom feature preferences
among different generations. More than a third of older home buyers age 65 or
older do not want a whirlpool tub in the master bath, compared to only eight
percent of buyers under 45. Similarly, a third of older home buyers do not want
a skylight in the master bath, compared to 14 percent of buyers under age 45.
2019 Calendar of Events
May 14th Br. County Sheriff Department
CresCom Bank
Guy C Lee CWS Insurance Co. June 11th Br. Co. Sheriff Depart. Builders First Source Bob King GMC Parksite/DuPont Tyvek BB&T September 17th
Contractors Building Supply ATMC Custom Home Staging & Design October 18, 19, 20 & 25, 26, 27 2019 Parade of Homes October 22nd Parade of Homes Banquet November 8th Fun Day Shoot Out November 12th NAHB Membership Savings
Strand Termite and Pest Control Pella Window and Door Company Ford’s Fuel and Propane
Social 5:30pm with Dinner and meeting at 6:00pm (3) Vendors each have a table for product display during the social to meet and greet with members and
after the meeting for any inquires, etc. (3) Vendors each get 8-10 minutes to address the group during the meeting to introduce their company,
demonstrate a product etc (3) Vendors are entered in a drawing for a “FREE” 2020 sponsorship to be drawn Nov. 12 The BCHBA handles all the details, food, table set up etc. and will invoice your company after the event.
New Members
Insurance People of North Carolina
Rob Smeaton
PO Box 3006
Durham, NC 27715
919-383-0442
Eastern Interiors
William Short
7837 N Balfour Dr. NW
Calabash, NC 28467
410-708-5811
Redbox Plus
Cindy Crawford
113 NE 71st St.
Oak Island, NC 28465
910-506-8628
Golf Hole Sign Sponsor
If your company would like to be a $100 Hole sign sponsor please
contact the office ASAP so we can order
your sign….
Over 150 people will see your sign on June 7
At Rivers Edge Golf Course
Do Business With
a Member! Code Contacts: Listed below are 2 important
contacts you need on hand. Both Robert
and Michael are available to answer
questions you may have on
codes or
inspections.
Robert A. Privott Director of Codes and Construction North Carolina Home Builders Association 5580 Centerview Dr. Suite 415, Raleigh, NC 27606 phone 919-676-9090 fax 919-676-0402 toll free 800-662-7129 www.nchba.org www.21buildingexpo.com
Michael Slate Brunswick County Code Administration 910-253-2050
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3 Remodeling Projects to Reenergize Your Home
Are the flowers in bloom and warmer weather inspiring you to tackle a few home improve-
ment projects? Remodeling your home can payoff in personal enjoyment and comfort and im-
prove the value of your home. A professional remodeler can provide guidance on home im-
provement projects that will increase your homes resell value.
In May, many home owners are taking steps to transform their current homes into a personal
oasis. High-impact projects that can revamp your home include curb-appeal enhancements,
kitchen renovations and bathroom improvements.
Improve Your Home’s Exterior
The color scheme of your home exterior and cleanliness of your yard makes a big impact on
curb appeal. If needed, consider purchasing a new garage door to give your home a facelift.
Your front door also makes an important first impression. A fresh color of paint, window trim
or siding is a simple way to create an inviting look to your home exterior.
Landscape or clean your yard. Garden centers offer information and tips on plants that will
thrive in our local climate. Some garden centers offer free design services. A mixture of differ-
ent colored plants and heights will enrich your yard. If your home walkway is cracked or dat-
ed, replace the path with new flagstones or outdoor lighting. Adding a fountain or water fea-
ture is another way to take your lawn to the next level.
Renovate Your Kitchen
A modern kitchen is not only a space for cooking. Kitchens are a central hub for home enter-
taining and sharing meals. A professional remodeler can make recommendations on finishes
that will boost your home resell value. Your remodeler can also provide you with advice on
what to consider when replacing countertops, creating custom cabinets, flooring and applianc-
es. For example, energy-efficient appliances are among the popular features home buyers seek
out when considering purchasing a new home.
Not all kitchens need a complete overhaul. Replacing dated lighting fixtures, faucets or sinks
makes a difference in design. Other design upgrades such as new window treatments, cabinet
hardware or a fresh coat of paint can spruce up your kitchen.
Bathroom Improvements
Cosmetic updates to a bathroom can be as simple as replacing dated fixtures and lighting.
Freshen up your bathroom by re-grouting tile or removing and replacing caulk around the tub
and sink. A white tub, sink and toilet is a popular color choice in bathrooms for home buyers.
Adding a fresh coat of paint, similar your kitchen or home exterior, makes a difference in
brightening up your bathroom.
