[TXSTYLE]

Originally Posted by Dang3r

Like it very much. Now give it a go and paint the blue house in the background red for a better contrast

Hahaha!!! You do know that's just the barrier siding.

[TXSTYLE]

Originally Posted by wrickem

The herringbone mixed with the soldier course (the bricks standing up) is absolutely beautiful!

Thank you so much!

[omasou]

Originally Posted by RickFLM4

I don't know about Texas but such restrictions are not really allowed in FL. You may need to get approval but ultimately an HOA can't prevent a homeowner from installing solar panels. However, personally I'm not sold on payback and get concerned about panels smashing in hurricanes / tropical storms. Additionally, if you connect them to the grid, they won't work in a power outage. So where I live they aren't worth the investment to me personally.

We put in impact resistant glass and it had minimal impact on energy. I need to look into better attic insulation.

I don't know if you have basement or not; I spray foamed rim joist and it made a noticeable difference in comfort and $$$.

[RickFLM4]

Originally Posted by omasou

I don't know if you have basement or not; I spray foamed rim joist and it made a noticeable difference in comfort and $$$.

No basement in FL and concrete block construction so easiest place to seek better insulation is our attic.

[JackMayyam]

I agree with the security cameras. I think it's essential nowadays. You can go for the ones with motion sensor, speak&hear thru the cam and smartphone, like the Arlo pro or the Canary cameras which doesn't look like a camera at first glance. Perfect for minimalist style of homes. And most of all, check their cons too. lol.

[TXSTYLE]

Motion Sensors throughout and video cameras in front rear and sides.
Yeah... I'm doing it "correct".

[MrRoboto]

If you are going for the giraffe look, I think you succeeded. IMO the brick & stone don't compliment each other at all.

[TXSTYLE]

To each his own.

Might we see your house for reference roboto...?

[MrRoboto]

Originally Posted by TXSTYLE

To each his own.

Might we see your house for reference roboto...?

I agree..to each his own. Need to take to good and bad if you post stuff on the internet for comment.

Your backyard design looks fantastic though.

[TXSTYLE]

Originally Posted by MrRoboto

I agree..to each his own. Need to take to good and bad if you post stuff on the internet for comment.

Your backyard design looks fantastic though.

I don't recall "not taking good or bad" with your comment.

I didn't get defensive at all. I simply asked you to show me your house for reference? I mean naturally, if you do make a negative comment, (which you can and did) you too should be prepared for a response. In this case, showing me and all here your particular taste/style on your own house.

The thing about "comments" good or bad... Is, what kind of response are you going to get too?

[lsturbointeg]

coming along very well TXSTYLE!

[TXSTYLE]

Originally Posted by lsturbointeg

coming along very well TXSTYLE!

Thanks buddy!

[lsturbointeg]

Will the landscaping be done as well or will that be done down the road?

[TXSTYLE]

Originally Posted by lsturbointeg

Will the landscaping be done as well or will that be done down the road?

Builder will do some but my current landscapers will come and plant specific flowers, shrubs and trees we want including additional stone.

[lsturbointeg]

Originally Posted by TXSTYLE

Builder will do some but my current landscapers will come and plant specific flowers, shrubs and trees we want including additional stone.

Cool! Post some pictures when you do!

[1MOREMOD]

Mine looks like that except way cooler with slides from the roof and built in bouncy house

[BOOF-M3]

Nice house

[ny325]

Congratulations OP. That would cost a few million here in NYC. You get so much house anywhere outside of NY. Love the layout and pool. How about the “ Mancave?”

[TXSTYLE]

Originally Posted by ny325

Congratulations OP. That would cost a few million here in NYC. You get so much house anywhere outside of NY. Love the layout and pool. How about the “ Mancave?”

Thank you! I have friends in NYC and the coast of a home there is bonkers.

Not a "man cave" per say. But a Lounge and dedicated Theater room will get me by.

Interior Design is a hobby of mine. I will update with pics once settled in...

I do really appreciate the time you all have taken to congratulate my family and I on this great blessing!

[BayMoWe335]

You may have said it, but who is the builder?

[TXSTYLE]

Originally Posted by BayMoWe335

You may have said it, but who is the builder?

PM sent

[1MOREMOD]

Dude my jumbo playhouse has mad curb appeal what about my builder