Jaffa News

Housing Recovery Is
Here to Stay, Dallas Fed Says

The U.S. housing recovery appears sustainable, according to new research from the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas.

“A necessary condition for the home construction recovery to continue is a sustainable home-price turnaround,” wrote John Duca, vice president and associate director of research at the Dallas Fed, in a report titled “The Long-Awaited Housing Recovery.” Based on several metrics, he wrote, “this condition appears to have been met.”

Interiors

This wine room that was created for a client is a beautiful example of an increasingly common feature in the homes we build.

Located just off of the wet bar for easy access, this room feels almost like a museum of art. From the way that the bottles are displayed to the open metal wall, this room is definitely a highlight in the home. The wall of glass and metal also provide a place for plenty of light to enter the room so that it doesn’t feel like a cave.

Architectural Feature

Future solar cells could be made
from wood fibers.

The one downside to solar technologies is what materials are used to make them. From rare earth metals to plastics, solar cells can be made from a host of not so environmentally-friendly items. In the future though, solar cells may be green energy producers and greenly produced.

Green Product / Recycle News

Five Ways to Increase Home Value
through Green Technology

Whether you’re planning to sell your home soon, or live in and love it for years to come, technological improvements can be good for your home's value – and the environment. These improvements range from inexpensive to a sizeable investment.

Testimonial

“Working with Scott and Richard during the complete remodel of our home was an absolute joy. Their individual strengths complemented each other beautifully, resulting in a client-oriented team dedicated to aesthetics, quality, timeliness and budget. They listened carefully to our ideas and concerns, were responsive to our requests and thought 'out of the box' when unusual issues popped up in the remodel. They are backed by a fantastic team in the back office and some of the best and most professional subcontractors in the state, which made the entire process feel seamless. It's worth highlighting that their responsiveness extended to the punch list, which is often where projects stop abruptly. We are currently pondering the idea of building a 2 bedroom guesthouse and would not consider any other architects or builders to help us realize our vision.”

~ Jenny Samuelson