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Inspirational Kitchen knobs for your Cape Cod home

Posted by REEF Cape Cod's Home Builder on Tue, Mar 12, 2013

Whether you’re building your dream kitchen from the ground up, or re-facing existing cabinets, the choice of cabinet pulls and knobs is important. These small parts play a vital role in the function of your cabinetry, and can really help set the tone for the heart of your home. Here’s some great ideas and insights to help you select the right knobs and pulls for the cabinets in your Cape Cod home.

Kitchen cabinet knobs for your Cape Cod home

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Kitchen cabinet knobs for your Cape Cod home

Tags: Cape Cod Home, Cape Cod Builder, Kitchen Renovation, Kitchen Remodeling

REEF turns a 400SF cottage into a waterfront Cape Cod home

Posted by REEF Cape Cod's Home Builder on Fri, Mar 01, 2013

Home Remodeling Magazine was so impressed with this REEF home, it became a feature article. We took a 400 square foot cottage built in 1942, and turned it into a wonderfully special summer home, right on the Barnstable Harbor beach. Years of effort finally resulted in the necessary permits, and quality construction of this idyllic Cape Cod retreat.

It’s worth a read:

“Persistence pays off.    Now, three years after they moved in, the retired couple can relax on their back porch with a cup of tea—as grandchildren happily frolic in the yard—and savor the view that stretches across Barnstable Harbor all the way to the dunes at Sandy Neck Beach.”

REEF creates a idyllic waterfront family cottage

Waterfront Cottage by REEF

Tags: Cape Cod Builder|Cape Cod Custom Homes|beach house, Cape Cod Builder, beach house

Mayflower Beach bungalow becomes charming Cape Cod home

Posted by REEF Cape Cod's Home Builder on Thu, Feb 28, 2013

We're getting lots of requests for more project photos. Here's a bungalow near Mayflower Beach that we were asked to replace. Our design team created a 4 Bedroom home with 3 Full Baths and 1 Half Bath to fit on the small lot. The finish carpenters are on site now creating some beautiful toucehes to the interior. I'll post that work in the future.

Bungalow removal

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We started this project in September, and it will be ready for occupancy in April.

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Cape cod charmer near Mayflower Beach

 The new home offers views of Cape Cod Bay from the updstairs deck and windows.

Beach House with views of Cape Cod Bay

 

 

 

Donovan Way front

We'll be done before May, ready for move-in and summer fun! Walk to the Beach and Gina's Restaurant!

Tags: Cape Cod Builder|Cape Cod Custom Homes|beach house, Cape Cod Builder, beach house

Trends for 2013 and your Cape Cod Kitchen

Posted by REEF Cape Cod's Home Builder on Wed, Feb 13, 2013

Kitchen design is always evolving, which is why REEF spends so much time keeping abreast of new ideas and trends. Some hot topics of late: neutral finishes, warm touches, new interpretation of country style, nature and natural textures, gourmet cooking features and induction cooktops. Our new homes on Cape Cod always feature a wonderful, sometimes fabulous, kitchen. Here’s some insight into what’s trending for 2013.

Cape Cod Kitchen by REEF

Kitchen Design Trends for 2013

Tags: Cape Cod Builder|Cape Cod Custom Homes|beach house, Cape Cod Builder, Kitchen Renovation, kitchen design

15 Point checklist for your new Cape Cod bathroom

Posted by REEF Cape Cod's Home Builder on Thu, Feb 07, 2013

Creating special spaces for our customers is one of the real joys here at REEF Builders. Lots of time and attention is paid to bathrooms. A Master or Guest Suite, or Cape Cod Cottage is not complete without comfortable, pleasant bathrooms. A bathroom renovation is an exciting task. But before jumping to choosing the latest tile or bathtub design, there are some less exciting things to consider so your project turns out just the way you dream it. Because renovating a bathroom can be overwhelming, time-consuming and costly, here is a simple 15-point checklist to make sure that your project stays on track and the renovation runs smoothly.

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15 Point Checklist for your new Cape Cod Bathroom

Tags: energy efficiency, Cape Cod Builder, Bathroom Remodeling, cape cod custom builders

Emerging Design Trends for your Cape Cod Home 2013

Posted by REEF Cape Cod's Home Builder on Tue, Jan 29, 2013

Ever wondered what the new trends might be for design in spaces around the home? Whether you building a new residence, or sprucing up your longtime home, it’s interesting to discover what manufacturers and designers see as the emerging trends. These are largely based on homeowner’s needs and style preferences. Here’s some interesting insight, and a host of ideas, for projects you may want to consider.

Your new Cape Cod Home in 2013

Home Trends for 2013

Tags: cape cod home design, Cape Cod Builder, building a home, design

Cozy Cape Cod Cottage Style Bedrooms

Posted by REEF Cape Cod's Home Builder on Wed, Jan 23, 2013

Many of the homes we design and build have an emphasis on wonderfully relaxing spaces. Frequently our customers seek to create an oasis of escape, with a focus on comfort and flow. Personal spaces like bedrooms, bath rooms, living rooms, and even kitchens are receiving more attention to detail than simply creating the space. Here are great samples of how using texture, color, patterns and other simple touches can increase the comfort and enjoyment of bedroom sanctuaries.

 

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Cozy Cape Cod Cottage Style Bedrooms

Tags: cape cod waterfront homes, Cape Cod Builder, building on cape cod, bedrooms

Design Trends for Fresh Elevations in your Cape Cod Home

Posted by REEF Cape Cod's Home Builder on Wed, Jan 16, 2013

Here are some fresh and cost-effective design trends to consider for your Cape Cod home. Kitchen Entertaining with a View, Multi-Generational Living, and Green Elements are all getting a lot of attention. This is good information with a return to simplicity.

Eight Design Trends, Fresh and Simple  

Family Triangle includes the Kitchen

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Tags: Cape Cod Builder, building a home, Design Trends

Home Generators can be a real benefit on Cape Cod

Posted by REEF Cape Cod's Home Builder on Mon, Jan 14, 2013

Many customers are including home generators in their construction specifications. Events like Super Storm Sandy have heightened awareness of the benefits of being ready for natural disasters. Cape Cod is not immune to hurricanes and other big storms. Here's what you need to know about home generators:

Generator is a Smart Investment for Cape Cod Homes

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Tags: construction costs on cape cod, coastal building, Cape Cod Builder

Eastham Cape Cod 2012 Year-End Report

Posted by REEF Cape Cod's Home Builder on Fri, Jan 11, 2013

Bob Sheldon is a local Realtor who does a great job of analyzing the market in Eastham. The consensus is that markets are improving, and Bob’s quantitative work reflects that too. Numbers don’t lie: the Real Estate market is rebounding. If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines, wondering about buying, selling, or building, prices and values are on the climb again.

 

Eastham 2012 Year-End Real Estate Report

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Tags: construction costs on cape cod, Cape Cod Home, Cape Cod Builder, housing market

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