2012 New Home Trends

Most Popular Master Bathroom Finishes

 

What are the most popular master bathroom finishes? Two of our homebuyer favorites are brushed nickel and oil rubbed bronze.

Browse the new home master bathroom photos below, to see what features and finishes NC homebuyers are choosing in 2012.

 

Brushed and Satin Nickel Finishes

 

From country farmhouse to modern sleek, brushed nickel fixtures can add class to your master bathroom.

The two custom homes pictured here (the Carwile and the Worthington) suit different personalities, with the same classic look and feel of brushed and satin nickel.

 

 

 

 

 - Craftsman style vanity light fixtures versus contemporary style hanging chandelier light fixtures 

 - Rounded and angled features versus squared and straight features (including towel ring, faucets and cabinet pulls)

 

 

 

 

Oil Rubbed Bronze Finishes

The oil rubbed bronze finish style was introduced into the marketplace to compliment Old World styles (French Country, English County) that were designed to look antique in nature.  Oil rubbed bronze bathroom finishes first became popular starting in the 1990's.

 

The two custom homes pictured here (the Beaufort and the Brogan) use oil rubbed bronze fixtures to create an updated-antique feeling.

The oil rubbed bronze fixtures can be juxtaposed against lighter tans and white to "pop," or they can blend in more to emphsize the dark tones in a tile.

 

 

 

 

A new home master bathroom should look and feel like your personality.

The master bathrooms pictured here were designed and built by Stanton Homes for real people (who sat down with our design team to create their very own special retreats).

What would make your master suite bathroom perfect for you? Get ideas here – and tell us what you’d like to sketch up together. (The in-house design work comes included at no extra cost to our homebuyers.)

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Click here to watch video tours of our most popular master bathroom designs.

2012 Master Bathroom Trends

Choosing a bathroom hardware finishes - What is Best?

Oil Rubbed Bronze Versus Nickel and Chrome 

 

Which master bath hardware color should you choose for your NC new home?

Take a look at these custom homes by Stanton Homes, and see how very different hardware colors and styles can give a master bathroom distinct personality.

 

Oil Rubbed Bronze Master Bathroom Fixtures

The oil rubbed bronze fixtures in this master bathroom bring out the dark tones integrated into the custom tile tub surround and shower.

 

The cabinet and drawer knobs and sink faucets contrast nicely against the white countertops and medium brown wooden surfaces.

Oil Rubbed Bronze bathroom hardware can be found more often in craftsman and contemporary style new homes.

 

Watch a video tour of the home pictured here - The Brogan.

 

 

Chrome/Nickel Master Bathroom Fixtures

Whether satin nickel, brushed nickel, or chrome, silver hardware is a classic choice.  

The Brushed Nickel fixtures in this master bath blend into the room for a more open, airy, cohesive feel.

The tile shower, floor and tub surround and cabinetry contain more neutral tones of brown and tan.

 

 

Brushed nickel has been the hardware of choice for premium homes for a number of years now, while the less expensive Chrome finish was generally found in production homes.

However, in the past year, Chrome has become quite popular, and is anticipated to outrun Brushed Nickel in premium baths in 2012.

Watch a video tour of the home pictured here - The Azalea Park.

  

 

Watch video tours of custom homes with Oil Rubbed Bronze master bathroom finishes:

Watch video tours of custom homes with Nickel/Chrome master bathroom finishes:

 

Raleigh Custom Home Master Bathroom Trends and Ideas

 

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Click here to watch video tours of our most popular master bathroom designs.

 

Master Bathroom Design Ideas

Where Should I Place the Toilet?

As you plan your new home, make sure you consider master bathroom layout options.

While kitchens, outdoor living spaces, and family areas can be some of the most fun aspects of your home to plan, the location of the master bathroom toilet can still an important aspect of your everyday routine.

Here are the top four most popular master bathroom toilet locations, to help you decide which style best suits your personality. 

1. Private room with door

Want to maintain your privacy? Then consider floor plans with a completely separate "Toilet Room".

Having a separate door that can lock might be the most comfortable option for you.

 

Watch a video tour of the home pictured here - The Beaufort.

 

2. Full privacy wall

 

If you feel a little claustrophobic in a closed commode room, then consider master bathroom layouts with a full wall separating the toilet.

Leave off the door, and the room will feel more spacious. Tucking the toilet away will still give you a comfortable level of privacy.

Watch a video tour of the home pictured here - The Greenhaven.

 

 

 

3. Half-wall for separation

Master bathroom layouts with a half-wall separating the commode maintain some privacy, while keeping a more open feel.

The side of a vanity can also serve as a half-wall for privacy in some floor plan layouts.

 

Watch a video tour of the home pictured here - The Beaufort.

 

 

 

4. No wall or room - completely open bathroom

The fourth option? Consider a fully open master bath, with no wall or room separating the toilet.  

This master bath layout style is most common in an Accessible or Universal Design Raleigh new home. 

The separation allows for full dismount space, making the bath easy to use no matter what mobility device is present. 

 

Each aspect of your new home should reflect your personality, even the master bathroom commode placement! Get ideas for your Raleigh new home, below. 

 

Customization options are endless, when you design and build a custom home with Stanton Homes. 

Click here to watch video tours of our most popular master bathroom designs.

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2012 Floor Plan Trends - Courtyard Entry Garage Options

Choosing a Courtyard Entry Garage in Raleigh

Wondering what kind of garage is best for your new Raleigh home?  Here are the pros and cons of choosing a Courtyard Style garage!   

 

Pros of Courtyard Entry Garage Floor Plans:

- Create an automatic set-back for the home, with space for kids to play safely away from the road

- Attractive front exterior with additional windows possible (front entry garages can limit front exterior windows)

Watch a video tour of the home pictured here - The Worthington.

 

 

Cons of Courtyard Entry Garage Floor Plans:

- Limits front yard grassy areas

- A courtyard garage home is usually a little more "spread out", which may result in a higher cost per square foot compared to a traditional "stacked" home

- May require extra care in choosing a home lot to allow for a deeper home.

A courtyard garage home can be extremely attractive - and it's just a quick hop from the driveway to the front door.   

Courtyard entry garage home plans are available in a wide range of square feet, with one and two story options.  Browse Floor Plans - Custom Homes in Raleigh.

Have a floor plan you love, but want to add a courtyard garage? No two Stanton Homes are the same. Our design team expands your options to fit your lifestyle with a look and feel you’ll love. Ask us about design/build options or get help finding a floor plan.

 

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Watch a video tour of the home pictured here - The Ellsworth.

 

 

Side Entry Garages - Pros and Cons

Should I Choose a Side Entry Garage for my Raleigh New Home? 

Thinking about a new home?  One of the many details you may have considered is the type of garage your new home should have.

Side entry garages are very common in custom homes in the Raleigh area, while front entry garages are more often found in production homes built on smaller lots.  But neither type of garage is exclusive to either group of homes.    

Here are a few of the pros and cons for each type of garage.

Side Entry Garage Floor Plan Pros:

- Attractive front exterior with a more "polished" feel

- Certain custom home neighborhoods may require side entry garages to maintain a cohesive, private feel

- More natural light with additional windows on the front exterior

- More flexibility in the style and finish of the front of the home

Watch a video tour of the home pictured here - The Brogan.

 

 

Side Entry Garage Floor Plan Cons:

- More driveway is required (which adds cost and takes up space)

- More windows can add cost to the home

- A side-entrance driveway may not fit on a smaller lot

Watch a video tour of the home pictured here - The Gershwin.

 

Front and side entry garages can both vary in size and layout.  It's more common to see a "bump out" or "bay extension" on a side entry garage, which can add a nice little storage or workbench nook in the garage. 

Raleigh side entry garage home plans are available in a wide range of square feet, with one and two story options.  Browse Floor Plans - Custom Homes in Raleigh.

Have a floor plan you love, but want to convert to a side entry (or a front entry) garage? No two Stanton Homes are the same. Our design team expands your options to fit your lifestyle with a look and feel you’ll love. Ask us about design/build options or get help finding a floor plan. 

 

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Watch a video tour of the home pictured here - The Bakersfield.