The rainy season is upon us. For so many coastal areas, this also brings the threat of hurricanes. For the areas further inland, tornadoes often pop up with this season each year. So how do you keep your home standing in those high velocity winds? That is the question on so many minds. Nelson Design Group’s corporate partner, Build Block may have just the answer you are looking for. In fact, they had this to say: “BuildBlock has partnered with Nelson Design Group, a national home designer. Their

S. Taylor Nelson, Media Director at Nelson Design Group, has recently released the newest video: an introduction and welcome to the Nelson Design Group website. In the video, Taylor gives visitors information about the company. Nelson Design Group is a national home design firm with more home plan styles and sizes to choose from than any other published designer in the industry. NDG will also modify any existing designs to suit the customer’s needs. New designs are added to the website each wee

There are many different things that one must consider when building a new home. The biggest things that someone may think of first would be securing financing, buying a lot, and even choosing a home plan. There is something else to consider, though: the orientation of the sun and wind. Think about it...you will be living in the home you build for many years. This means you will experience all of the different seasons in your home. So, it is important to think about the orientation of your home

When you think of a southern style home what comes to mind? For me it’s the big glamorous home with the columns that looks as if Scarlett O’Hara is about to step out the door and greet you. Maybe for you it’s the traditional farmhouse complete with the rocking chairs on the front porch. Perhaps it’s the big wrap around porch that says southern to you. Whatever your preference...Nelson Design Group has a wide a variety of Southern style homes. Step back in time to Scarlett’s era with 606 Dogwood

Earlier this week, I talked about starter homes and downsizing. There are so many different home plans available for those just starting a family as well as those empty nesters. What if that doesn’t apply to you, though? Well, that means you are right there in the middle. House bursting at the seams yet? Time to move on from the starter home… When your house is full of kids or teenagers, life seems to go at a very fast pace. Before you know it, you have outgrown the starter home. So, if you are

There are often three different phases that we go through in our lives in terms of the size house we need. Two of these phases are starting our family and becoming just the two of us again. So, whether you are looking for a starter home or you are downsizing, Nelson Design Group has a variety of home plan options for you. The first phase of home buying that many encounter is finding a starter home. However, just because it is your starter home, it does not mean you will not be there for a few

What does spring break mean for your family? Summer vacation? Even a weekend? Many will answer in a way that involves water. Warmer weather makes us all want to head outdoors and once the temperatures are just right...we dive right in to our favorite swimming spot. This could be a river, lake, or ocean. Wherever you go...wouldn’t it be nice to have a place with the comforts of home in your favorite vacation spot? Award winning designer Michael E. Nelson designed a lake house retreat perfect for

Valentine’s Day...The day of love. For many couples across the U.S., this day involves various romantic gestures or getaways. A dozen roses, a box of chocolates, a weekend at the spa… As nice as a weekend at the spa sounds, let’s face it: most of us are not able just to drop all responsibilities and run off to relax for a whole weekend. Kids, work, the dog...there is always something that must take precedence over escaping for longer than a couple of hours. However, one thing that we most like

This time of the year, high school seniors are thinking about college...ACT or SAT tests, applications, so many different choices. Housing is a big choice for these college bound students, too. Many may choose to live on campus while others have the luxury to live at home. However, this newfound freedom may lead this student to choosing off-campus housing. What if the housing options are limited, though? That is where you….the builder….can help! As a builder that lives in or near a college town

Choosing a home design can be a daunting task for some people and more often than not, couples have different priorities. One may enjoy the traditional aspects of a home while another enjoys the sleek and modern look of a contemporary style. There are many NDG designs that will allow you to get the best of both worlds. If you prefer the traditional look of a wrap around front porch, but your partner prefers the contemporary style complete with a metal roof...you can both fall in love with the

If you have listened to the conversation with a group of men recently, chances are the topic of football has come up. More specifically: Superbowl 50. It’s the biggest game of the year! My own husband is so excited he can barely contain himself. Well, his favorite team is going (Finally..) so that may contribute to his excitement. He has the whole day planned. One of the first things to consider about the game is where to watch it. If you don’t have the perfect spot already located, chances are