Take Another Look at the 2013 HGTV Smart Home

From native plants and sensible shade designs outdoors, to locally sourced building materials and the latest in modern technology inside, the Glenn Layton 2013 HGTV Smart Home is a testament to modern home design. This custom home in Jacksonville Beach, FL, can be the inspiration for your own custom home, creating an environment that combines the best of coastal casual with smart, efficient construction practices.

The 2013 HGTV Smart Home, like all of Glenn Layton’s homes, captures the coastal style and beauty of Northeast Florida architecture. The classic shingle-style home nestles amid Florida-friendly plants and trees that complement the wide front porch to provide necessary shade. This combination makes the outside of the home both inviting and livable, expanding the home’s living space.

Inside the home, you find a beautiful melding of high style and coastal comfort. The sea-inspired color palette creates a cool, relaxing setting that is perfect for entertaining. The relaxed vibe and vintage design elements belie the modern technology that runs throughout the home. From the induction cooktop in the kitchen with touchscreen interface features to the Connected package that allows you to monitor and adjust almost every device in your home with the use of your smartphone, a Smart Home turns a custom home into a dream home.

Five Smooth Stones is a leader in home and entertainment technology systems. They have paired with Glenn Layton Homes to give homebuyers the opportunity to create their own customized and comprehensive package when designing their custom home in Jacksonville Beach, FL. You can automate your home’s climate, lighting, video, music, security, communication, and appliances, to make your home more enjoyable and more efficient.

The ability to adjust the thermostat, control pool settings and lawn irrigation, and turn off or dim lights —  even when you’re not at home —  leads to significant savings in utility bills. Your home becomes more efficient and environmentally friendly, which can ultimately save you a lot of money.

Smart technology paired with stylish design in a stunning coastal setting make the 2013 HGTV Smart Home a dream home. Fortunately, when you choose Glenn Layton Homes to build your custom Florida home, you have access to these same outstanding features to help you realize your own coastal dream.

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