New Year: New House
Looking ahead to a new year is always exciting. New Year resolutions -how long will they last? Life changing decisions – a time to plan. 2019 will be an interesting year for the UK. The Brexit effect! No matter what happens our lives must carry on and as lives evolve then so do our tastes and needs. Financial implications have a big impact on daily lives and the desire to minimise costs and work is very much at the forefront of people’s minds when looking to move house. The social whirl beckons and busy lives leave little time for many to spend their time on maintenance and gardening. Not, that is, to say it applies to all. Creating a garden and tending animals is very rewarding but not for everyone.
So what do people want in a new house - a new build house. Minimal maintenance, energy efficient, good wi-fi (apparently now essential -sadly the demise of the high street augments the need for home deliveries) good local amenities (the unmissable café culture!). Architectural fashion is for clean, box type lines with plenty of light. Eras are defined by their architecture and no doubt the early 21st century will be too. Of course, you don’t have to go with fashion and can opt for a more traditional design and still incorporate the energy efficient technology available. Fashion changes but personal preferences rarely do.
No matter what the budget or size of accommodation needed every new house has to comply with stringent regulations ,ensuring they are as energy efficient as possible. The simplicity of current design and ever increasing technology provides sustainable living and minimal maintenance.
Ferndale, Clyst St. Mary, just five miles from Exeter is a stunning new build enjoying open country views. Open plan design and large floor to ceiling windows bring the outside into the house seamlessly. With five bedrooms, two en suites, double garage making this a perfect home for a busy family. Strutt and Parker (01392215631) are the selling agents.
2 Gabriel Court, Stoke Gabriel on the River Dart in the South Hams is one of a select development of houses built by Park Green Developments. Built by an award winning developer and boasting premier specifications, careful consideration has gone into creating well-planned interiors that maximise light and space in order to provide living spaces that are as practical as they are desirable. Jackson Stops (01392 214222) are the agents.
Luscombe Maye (01548 800170) have sold the new houses in Redwood Drive, Loddiswell, 4 miles north of Kingsbridge. With one remaining three bedroom detached unit remaining there is an opportunity to move quickly. Modern high specification fittings and air source heat pump ensure village living can be enjoyed with up to date technology.
For those that relish a challenge and desire to build their own house it is often a case of buying a tired property and redeveloping. It can be a challenge and steep learning curve but very rewarding turning a vision into reality. A home is a statement of the people in it: “It’s all about coming home”.