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As we learn more about the impact of our surroundings on our overall health, the concept of home design for wellness has become popular with interior designers and homeowners alike. From incorporating natural elements and nurturing houseplant havens to optimizing open-concept layouts and energy-saving lighting, every aspect of your living environment plays a crucial role in how you feel each day. Let’s explore 3 tips for creating a healthy, eco-friendly home design for your living space.

Open-Concept Layouts for a Peaceful Home Life

The layout of your home affects your daily routines and interactions with the environment. Design your space to welcome guests into your home with inviting open-concept gathering areas, cozy nooks for relaxation, and functional zones for activities like reading, lounging, and playing games. Adding ergonomic furniture, plush textiles, and natural colors to your interior design will evoke warmth and comfort.

Smart Home Technology in the Home

Integrate smart home technology to make daily tasks easier and promote a sustainable lifestyle for your family. Look around your home and decide which area(s) could use more efficiency or safety. Installing a video doorbell allows you to monitor visitors and delivered packages. An automatic shut-off stove in the kitchen prevents fires and other cooking accidents. A voice-activated speaker can also order a takeout delivery on a busy day or call emergency services if you need assistance. You can also purchase an automatic pet feeder or video camera to ensure your furry family members are safe and sound when they’re home alone. Embracing more smart home technology is a step toward establishing a healthy, balanced home life.

Add Personality to Your Favorite Spaces

Enhance your living spaces with meaningful decor, special mementos, and inspiring artwork to create a cozy atmosphere. Weaving in personal touches like family photos, unique souvenirs, and captivating artwork brings more of your unique personality into your home. Plus, these design elements are great conversation starters for family and friends and give your items a place to be displayed instead of sitting in storage. Let your creativity shine with decor that tells your story and transforms your house into a home.

This year, create a home environment that promotes wellness by embracing open-concept design, sustainable materials, and sentimental artifacts, as well as incorporating smart home technology for security and peace of mind. At Paran Homes, we build communities that help new homeowners enhance the quality of their lives, one thoughtful design choice at a time. Contact us today for more information about our available new homes in metro Atlanta and current promotions!

Now that the holiday season has ended, it’s time to welcome the new year into your home by incorporating more neutral decor! 2024 design trends stipulate that this time of year is about muted shades and soothing patterns. Seasonal scents and plush linens also bring warmth and an inviting ambiance into your home. At Paran Homes, we’re excited to build high-quality, new single-family homes in Georgia and offer our homeowners helpful tips to design their new house into the home they’ve always dreamed of.

Use a Neutral Color Palette for Your Decor

To make your new home stand out this year, incorporate rich colors like terracotta, navy, lavender, or eucalyptus into your decor and lighting. Typical neutral colors like beige, taupe, gray, cream, brown, black, and white complement primary and secondary hues can also be used to create a seamless look. Pops of calming colors give your design style an edge and ensure your home is welcoming for your family and friends.

Incorporate a Variety of Seasonal Scents

There is no better feeling than opening your front door after a long day and smelling the fresh scents brewing in your diffuser and wafting around your home. Distinctive scents like cinnamon, pine, eucalyptus, and bergamot evoke a winter ambiance and bring the natural fragrance of the outdoors into your house. Using a diffuser is also safer than burning candles or incense. It can add a unique visual element with rotating colorful lights and puffs of white vapor and even simulate musical notes or songs versus a typical wall plugin.

Opt for Comfortable Linens and a Cozy Appeal

Snuggling with plush blankets, faux fur throws, and soft cushions is a must-do during the winter season, and integrating these elements into your home invokes warmth and comfort. Take inventory of the rooms in your home where you typically relax and try to add more cozy items. A fuzzy beige or oatmeal-colored rug, chunky knitted throw blanket, and collection of hand-woven brown baskets will make any area a delight to spend time in.

Add Dimension and Light With Mirrors

A thoughtfully placed mirror can make a small room look almost double its size because of the illusion of additional space! Consider adding this popular visual element to your home to wow your guests. Creating perceived space also helps to reflect natural light and bring in a homely, comforting glow.

Flex Your Green Thumb Indoors

It’s true; you can still have a vibrant indoor plant nursery in the year’s cold months. The winter is a great time to be innovative and experimental with your plant displays. Shop for seasonal flowers like pansies, amaryllis, or winter roses to bring natural beauty indoors. Don’t forget to place your other fall plants near the window or under a grow light so they can get as much sun as possible and stay alive through the winter. Slow down on watering and fertilizing, and don’t hesitate to prune the pots for any dead or decaying stems and leaves.

Bonus Tip: Your Pets Want to Snuggle Too!

Your furry friends may tote their natural coats for warmth, but burrowing in warm pillows and making biscuits on fuzzy blankets is their favorite pastime in the winter. Besides integrating neutral linens, consider making their spaces more winter-themed, too! Place a large pet bed in the corner by the fireplace for your dog, drape a blanket on your cat tree stand, and add neutral-colored crocheted toys to your rabbits’ playpen to do the trick!

Make this the year you’re excited to spend more time indoors with winter designs that provide comfort, impress your family and friends, and add extra personality to your home. For more helpful tips and ideas for new homeowners, check out our Instagram! Happy New Year from Paran Homes!

With Christmas less than two weeks away, there’s not much time left to buy the perfect gifts for your loved ones. If your ideal way to spend the holidays isn’t searching disheveled store aisles, combing through ads and promotions to find the best deals, and spending extra time brainstorming ideas, here is a list of five quick and easy stocking stuffers or last-minute gifts for your family and friends.

Compact Multi-tool

An excellent gift for any adult is a compact multi-tool. This versatile gift includes various functions like a screwdriver, bottle opener, steel blade, pliers, and more! With this excellent tool, life’s unexpected mishaps won’t have to disrupt any plans. The multi-tool is small enough to be kept in a car glovebox, purse, or pocket, making it a great gift for anyone on your nice list.

Blue Light Glasses

Blue light glasses are a practical and stylish gift to relieve digital eye strain during extended screen time. Someone with a job that requires them to spend hours per day on a computer or looking at blue light would appreciate this thoughtful gift. Blue light glasses are a unique gift to give to someone who always says they don’t need anything new!

Mason Jar Cookie Mix

Everyone knows someone that’s a self-described “foodie.” What better way to indulge their sweet tooth than gifting them a mason jar filled with layers of cookie mix?! Choose a cookie you think they’d enjoy or share a family recipe to add more sentimentality to the gesture. Add decorative festive ribbons, bows, or stickers for another personal touch. This delicious ready-to-bake treat will be fresh out of the oven in no time. Don’t forget to save a few for Santa!

Assorted Gourmet Coffee or Tea Sampler

Do you have a coffee lover or tea sommelier in your life? An assorted gourmet coffee or tea sampler pack is perfect for those who enjoy indulging in different flavors. If you have enough time, find out which brews would be the best for them to try, or go the extra mile and ask which coffee/tea flavors or brands are their favorite, then buy what’s available.

Smart Bluetooth Key Finder

Give the gift of time this year to a friend or family member who frequently misplaces their keys. A smart Bluetooth key finder to help locate keys or other lost items can significantly improve someone’s daily life and encourage them to be more organized in the new year. As humorous as this gift is, it signifies how much you want to help your loved one have a less stressful year.

Don’t let the crowded stores keep you from finding the perfect gift for the ones you love. With these stocking stuffers and last-minute gifts, you’re on your way to having the best holiday season and Christmas morning! For more helpful seasonal tips and ideas for homeowners, check out our Instagram!

Paran Homes wishes you a wonderful holiday season and a Happy New Year!

Now that “It’s the most wonderful time of the year,” don’t let winter prep get you down. This month is the perfect time to get your home ready for the chillier days ahead. From buying winter clothing and gear to insulating your pipes to prevent a burst, Paran Homes has 5 tips you need to get prepared and keep your new home snug and stylish throughout the season.

Stop the Draft!

Along with the cold weather comes the windy season. A cozy evening watching holiday movies with the family can be ruined when cold drafts throughout the house keep the temperature at nearly freezing temps. Preventative measures like investing in attic insulation, adding door socks, and installing window caulk are top ways to winterize your home and will help keep the cold out!

Reverse Ceiling Fans

It might feel counterintuitive to put your fan on during the winter, but hear us out! Set your ceiling fans to rotate clockwise to help distribute warm air throughout the rooms in your home. Hint: most fans have a small switch on the side of the motor that makes this step easy. Remember to use a sturdy ladder or stool to reach the fan, and consider asking someone to hold it to ensure you don’t fall while you make the switch.

Service Your Chimney

Chestnuts roasting by the open fire can only happen this year if your chimney is clean of soot,  creosote, and debris. Small animals like raccoons, birds, and squirrels can also get trapped inside. If you have a fireplace, have it cleaned and inspected by a professional to ensure it’s safe to use. Consider converting to ventless logs for extra credit!

Protect Pipes from Freezing

A pipe burst can turn a calm day at home with your family into total chaos. Don’t let it happen to you this winter! Insulate pipes in unheated areas of your home to prevent freezing and potential bursts. Make sure you take care of the exterior areas of your home, too, by covering sprinkler spigots and draining garden hoses.

Stock Up on Winter Supplies

Disaster doesn’t have to strike twice this year. When inclement weather descends, ensure you have essentials like rock salt, shovels, and emergency supplies on hand. A case of batteries, flashlights, oil lamps, and a first aid kit should always be in your home in case of an electrical power outage or health crisis.

Bonus: Clean Gutters and Downspouts

One of the worst emergency repairs a homeowner can face is needing a new roof. This can be especially taxing in the winter when cold breezes and freezing temperatures make home maintenance harder to complete. To avoid any potential water leaks and roof damage from clogged gutters, remove leaves and debris to prevent clogs and ensure proper drainage.

With these 5 tips, you’ll be one step closer to keeping your home safe and sound this winter. If you’d rather prepare for the cold season in the new home of your dreams, check out our available new homes! Contact an agent today for more information.

August is back-to-school month in Georgia! At Paran Homes, we know it’s an exciting time for you and your family. It’s also a great time to start goal-setting and making your intentions clear regarding what standards you’d like to set for the school year. 

Is your little one starting school for the first time this year and needs to understand that their daily routine will have the most transformation? Or are your children older and only need a box of pens and a new backpack to get started? Are you planning to foster better communication with your child’s teachers and coaches about upcoming dates and important events? 

Whatever your plans are for this school year, we know change can be challenging. That’s why we created a short list of tips to get you excited about completing your tasks and prioritizing what’s most important. 

Communication is Key

It is vital that as a parent you stay informed about important dates, events, and any changes in school policies so your family can be prepared for the day. Communicating with your child’s teachers/coaches by scheduling parent-teacher conferences, or sending an email can be the difference between a slight misunderstanding and a complete due date mishap. Keeping communication consistent and open is especially important for last-minute school closures, updates to policies like the Dress Code and Student Code of Conduct, and potential emergencies. 

Re-establish Routines

No matter how old your child is, they will still have an adjustment period from their summertime schedule to their school schedule. Help your child transition into school by gradually adjusting their sleep schedule and meal times. Make sure to set boundaries for when they can grab snacks, play outside, and complete chores. This will allow them to re-establish or define their routines so their assignments are finished and the goal for each day is achieved. 

Check School Supplies

We know the school supply aisles in office stores and supermarkets are packed at this time of year. Before you load the kids in the car, double-check the supply list the school provides to ensure they have the necessary items before the first day of class. Additionally, for older students, don’t forget to review the syllabus from each of their teachers to ensure they have what they need for each course. Remember, making sure your child has what they need helps them stay prepared for assignments and projects that can affect their grades and keeps them on track with their peers. 

Encourage Emotional Support

Although you might be ready to get your child out of the house and back to full-time learning, going back to school can be both exciting and nerve-wracking for kids. Offer emotional support and reassurance to ease any anxiety they may be feeling about going back to school. Make sure you take the time to listen to their concerns, big or small, and provide advice if necessary. Sometimes just being heard and understood can do a world of good for kids, and it helps them feel more confident about communicating how they are processing an upcoming change. 

Going back to school doesn’t have to be stressful this year for you or your family. Keep these tips from Paran Homes in mind as you prepare for the next shift in your routine! And if you’re looking to upgrade your home this school year, contact us today to schedule a tour and ask about our new homes!

There’s only one kind of surprise you’ll get when you buy your home with Paran Homes – the kind that feels like popping the cork on a bottle of champagne! Ask about our current incentives to find out what’s waiting around the corner for your family; you could get up to $10,000 in incentives* when you buy with Paran Homes. Find your new neighborhood and reach out to an agent for details.

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Discover the home that’s right for you – the right location, design, and price – get prequalified, and sign. When you build with Paran Homes, that’s it! Leave the unwanted surprises behind and work with a homebuilder that makes room for a homebuying experience that’s hassle-free to start your 2023. It’s as simple as 1, 2, 3 – here’s how:

1. Find Your Home Hassle-Free – Our Neighborhoods

Your new home dreams in the new year start with… you! First, you can take a look at our new home neighborhoods all over Metro Atlanta, GA, and Nashville, TN, to discover the one that’s right for your life. We have single-family home neighborhoods with space for life to grow and flourish, as well as active adult communities with single-level ranch home layouts that make an age-in-place lifestyle so appealing.

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Searching our homes and neighborhoods from your phone, tablet, or desktop is easy. You can browse photo galleries, floor plan designs, and information about amenities and activities on each community’s page. It’s also easy to request additional information by phone or email and even schedule a tour of the neighborhood right here online. Agent contact information is listed on each neighborhood’s web page, but you can reach out with general inquiries here on our website.

2. Secure Financing – Working with Our Preferred Lender is Hassle Free

Once you’ve found the community that’s right for you, and you’ve found the home that’s the ideal setting for your next chapter, you can work with our preferred lender to make it a reality. Homeowners Financial Group is our preferred lender partner, and they’re dedicated to serving homebuyers like you with financing services you can trust. Working with them ensures you’re financing through a trustworthy lender, and you can even get pre-qualified for financing on a home from Paran Homes.

3. Coming Home

With your home picked out, and your financing secured, that’s it – it’s time to start the signing process. No bidding, no kidding. Nobody can swoop in and buy your dream out from under you when you build a new home with Paran Homes. When signing is done, your dream is secure.

Discover a homebuying process that’ll make your start to 2023 hassle-free, and find out how Paran Homes can make every step of the process easier and less stressful. Take a look at our communities today and see where your next chapter starts in a new home.

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