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Christmas and coastal design may not seem like natural partners, but anyone who has spent the Christmas season in a coastal area knows that it’s fun to add a unique spin on holiday decorating. Glenn Layton, a custom home builder in Jacksonville Beach, builds the kinds of beautiful coastal homes that are perfect for showing... Read More »
With the holidays fast approaching, it’s time to start planning all of those meals that are such a wonderful chance to bring family and friends together. The menus may be filled with family classics or they could be a chance to experiment, but no matter what you serve, don’t forget to dress up the dining... Read More »
Fall tends to arrive a bit later in Florida than it does in other parts of the country, but those living in coastal areas are among the first to feel the cooler, crisper temperatures coming in off the water. Most homes in Atlantic Beach FL are decorated to invoke warm summer days on the beach,... Read More »
Ever wonder why it feels so relaxing when looking at a picture of a Glenn Layton Home? Just ask our homeowners who constantly refer to their homes as a “retreat” or call their master suites “spa-like.” When building a new home in Jacksonville Beach FL with Glenn Layton Homes, we put as much focus on... Read More »
The new homes in Jacksonville FL, particularly those built by Glenn Layton Homes, are available in a wide variety of styles, from cozy cottages to sprawling dream homes. What the Glenn Layton homes have in common is an appreciation for their surroundings and the coastal lifestyle. Lots of windows, porches, verandas and classic Florida style... Read More »
Atlantic Beach is a dream location full of Florida’s stunning white-sand beaches, lush greenery and relaxed coastal charm. It’s no surprise that many people choose to decorate their homes in Atlantic Beach FL with some island style and flair. Florida may not be an actual island, but it evokes a laid back island lifestyle, and... Read More »
One of the joys of living in one of the new homes in Jacksonville FL is the frequent proximity to both swimming pools and beaches. On hot summer days, swimming and floating in the water is the perfect way to keep cool and relax. However, the mess of wet swimsuits, towels, sunscreen, and other swimming... Read More »
Even though TVs are flatter than they used to be and don’t take up as much space, they can still be an eyesore in an otherwise attractive room. That large, black box often seems out of place in rooms with serene coastal colors and charm. When it comes time to decorate one of the custom... Read More »
Island style calls to mind fresh colors of the sea and sand, warm sunshine, and easy living with fresh food and great drinks. Fortunately, you don’t have to have your own private island to enjoy the lifestyle. Florida’s coast, especially the new homes in Jacksonville Beach FL, brings together the relaxed lifestyle with the convenience... Read More »
In theory, paint is the easiest way to decorate a room. In reality, finding the right color and finish, not to mention the actual work, can make it a real challenge. Colors can change even within one room, depending on the time of day and the direction of the light. A color that seems perfect... Read More »
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