The Vista Blog

Adding a deck to your home is a common feature many home builders add to their designs. While not necessary, it can add much value to a home beyond monetary value. Decks provide a space for contemplation, relaxation, and hosting gatherings. They’re an opportunity to expand your living space and enjoy the outdoors in comfort. While luxurious features, like hot tubs, are appealing, practical and more inexpensive upgrades can also make your deck a great space for everyday use. Here are some useful features you can add to your deck design to enhance your outdoor experience.

Deciding whether to build or buy a house is a significant consideration for those exploring home ownership, and it's not a decision to be taken lightly. While both options have their merits, today we'll explore the compelling advantages of building a custom home from the ground up.

Most obviously, building a home gives you the chance to make your dream home a reality. If that's not a good enough reason, remember that most homes on the market today have been previously owned, and they often come with time-consuming challenges such as repair, remodeling, and upfront maintenance costs.

When it comes to designing the perfect home, the charm and coziness of a cottage home stand out. Right in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina, our custom-built homes are the definition of comfortable living. Let's explore our top three cottage floor plans, each uniquely crafted to cater to various tastes and lifestyles.

Craftsman-style homes make their occupants feel special and connected to their living space. The use of natural materials, the inviting green-view porch, the spacious open floor plan, the charming interiors, and the decorative finishes – all contribute to the undeniable aesthetic appeal of these homes. This combination of elements explains why craftsman style has remained beloved for over a century and continues to be one of the most popular home designs in the United States.

Remote and hybrid work have been on the rise for a while, thanks to the pandemic. People have been reevaluating their careers, work/life balance, and what they truly value from work. Many desire the flexibility to work from home to be close to kids or grandkids or to avoid a long traffic-filled commute. No matter the reason, remote/hybrid work is here to stay. So it's time to set up your modern home office.

Building a custom home is an exciting endeavor, but it's also a significant investment of time, money, and big and little decisions for everything. Choosing the right custom home builder is critical to ensuring your dream home turns out exactly how you envision it.

This guide will cover what to look for in a quality builder and how to select the perfect one for your needs.

Spring is already here! This isn’t only evident in the latest Groundhog Day results but also in the vibrant blossom that colors the highways and streets. With the weather warming up and a moderate sun’s intensity, it’s an ideal time to start planning romantic date nights in Western NC, discovering some good cafes, or exploring some day trips in the area.

That said, let’s not forget about preparing the house for the new season. This means laying the proper foundation to help make your yard look stunning throughout spring and into summer.

How to choose the right neighborhood is the first question to ask yourself when buying a new house. This goes beyond the job of simply house hunting. Not only is it going to determine your living experience, but it’s also the number one factor affecting the value of a house. Therefore, performing thorough neighborhood research is an unavoidable, foundational step in the house-buying process.

When buying a house, most people are very familiar with the process of applying for a mortgage, purchasing, and moving into a home that is already built. However, the situation is slightly different when building a new home from the ground up.

For most of us, buying a house is the largest purchase of our lives, and the process is far from simple. If you are a first-time home buyer, you should know that the question of when to buy a new house is among the essential things to consider when embarking on this journey.