America’s owner-occupied housing stock is rapidly aging. According to the 2021 American Community Survey, the median age of owner-occupied homes is 40 years with 35% of owner-occupied housing being built in 1969 or earlier. Due to several factors, such as population changes, the age of owner-occupied housing stock varies from state to state. While Georgia is below the national median age with[...]
When selling your home, staging is an essential part of the process. Home staging is the art of presenting your property in the best possible light to make it more appealing to potential buyers. However, it's common for homeowners to make mistakes when staging their homes. These mistakes can turn off buyers and lead to a lower sale price. Here[...]
This year’s kitchen trends are in full swing! From all-white to earthy neutrals, the All Concepts team has gorgeous countertop selections that are sure to keep your kitchen on trend all year round! Quartz The top pick for the 2023 countertop trend forecast is quartz! This ultra-durable material is long-lasting, recyclable, easy to clean and comes in various design and color opportunities to flatter[...]
The beautiful city of Acworth, winner of the 2010 All-America City Award, displays the kind of life most Americans dream about. Located close enough to experience Atlanta’s best cultural and sporting events, the city itself still gives off a small-town atmosphere. Families in Acworth are provided with fun opportunities, as well as tranquility. For instance, Acworth is surrounded by two gorgeous[...]
Whether it is industrial, modern or traditional, the farmhouse trend has proven over the years that it is here to stay! This inviting, charming and sought-after stylistic choice is still at the forefront of architectural design within the homebuilding industry and features popular exterior design elements such as board and batten siding with shutters typically showcased in black and white.[...]
Providing storage and ensuring the main areas of the home remain polished and neat, the mudroom is a connector between the outdoors and the home’s interior and offers the perfect space for backpacks, purses, coats, shoes, dog leashes, sports gear and much more. This home addition saves space and decreases clutter in high-traffic areas allowing the rest of the home[...]
Jim Jacobi, president of Parkland Communities and Parkland Residential, is a featured speaker at Zonda’s The Future of Build to Rent conference located in Dallas, Texas, March 27 – 28, 2023. This event provides a data-grounded exploration of what 2023 holds for Build to Rent. The conference looks at supply and demand forecasts, hot and not markets, potential headwinds, and[...]
The City of Atlanta ranked 6th on the list of top 10 cities across the nation with the greatest number of green buildings! The annual U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) ranking is based on LEED-certified gross square footage per capita within the previous year. With a gross square footage per capita of 2.25, Atlanta had 66 projects certified in 2022. "There's always a[...]
Home design trends come and go - some due to demand and others due to necessity. Demand for two-story foyers is waning, and single-family homes are getting smaller. Why? And what is going to be hot in 2023? Home Size is Shrinking During Covid-19, homeowners and homebuyers sought more residential space, as they were home more and needed space to work from[...]
The roof is an integral part of any building. It provides protection from harsh weather conditions, insulates your home, and makes occupants comfortable. However, despite regular maintenance, the exposed nature of roofing systems makes them prone to damage. Common roofing issues facing homeowners include missing shingles, faulty gutters, leaks caused by extreme weather conditions, falling branches, and normal wear and[...]