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Fall Decorating Tips and Tricks

September 20, 2016 1:54 pm Published by Comments Off on Fall Decorating Tips and Tricks

Fall tends to arrive a bit later in Florida than it does in other parts of the country, but those living in coastal areas are among the first to feel the cooler, crisper temperatures coming in off the water. Most homes in Atlantic Beach FL are decorated to invoke warm summer days on the beach,... Read More »


Check Out Glenn Layton’s Latest Issue of The Coastal Life Magazine

September 14, 2016 1:33 pm Published by Comments Off on Check Out Glenn Layton’s Latest Issue of The Coastal Life Magazine

The decision to purchase a new home is a big one. The decision to have a custom-built home is even greater because of the personal investment. Yet most buyers who go the custom-build route will tell you it’s worth it in the end, especially customers who choose Glenn Layton Homes, a leading custom home builder... Read More »


How to Choose the Right Color Palette for Your New Home

August 29, 2016 1:11 pm Published by Comments Off on How to Choose the Right Color Palette for Your New Home

Ever wonder why it feels so relaxing when looking at a picture of a Glenn Layton Home? Just ask our homeowners who constantly refer to their homes as a “retreat” or call their master suites “spa-like.” When building a new home in Jacksonville Beach FL with Glenn Layton Homes, we put as much focus on... Read More »


Nautical and Beach Themes for Home Exteriors

August 23, 2016 4:12 pm Published by Comments Off on Nautical and Beach Themes for Home Exteriors

The new homes in Jacksonville FL, particularly those built by Glenn Layton Homes, are available in a wide variety of styles, from cozy cottages to sprawling dream homes. What the Glenn Layton homes have in common is an appreciation for their surroundings and the coastal lifestyle. Lots of windows, porches, verandas and classic Florida style... Read More »


How to Infuse Your Home With Island Style

July 26, 2016 12:03 pm Published by Comments Off on How to Infuse Your Home With Island Style

Atlantic Beach is a dream location full of Florida’s stunning white-sand beaches, lush greenery and relaxed coastal charm. It’s no surprise that many people choose to decorate their homes in Atlantic Beach FL with some island style and flair. Florida may not be an actual island, but it evokes a laid back island lifestyle, and... Read More »


New Community: The Hammock at Nocatee

July 16, 2016 4:40 pm Published by Comments Off on New Community: The Hammock at Nocatee

Historically inspired architecture paired beautifully with the relaxed charm of coastal living is what makes the Hammock at Nocatee such an appealing new community. If you’re looking at new homes in Ponte Vedra FL, you must visit Glenn Layton Homes and see how they can build your dream coastal home. Stunning design, indoors and out,... Read More »


Atlantic Beach CC to host 2016 Tour Championship

May 27, 2016 3:13 pm Published by Comments Off on Atlantic Beach CC to host 2016 Tour Championship

This year, the 2016 Web.com Tour Championship will take place at Atlantic Beach Country Club. This PGA Tour event will take place October 3-9, and will benefit Wolfson Children’s Hospital in Jacksonville. As well as helping the children’s hospital, the event will be a fun, entertaining week with great golf and lots of community events.... Read More »


A DIY Swimsuit Station Will Keep Your Beachwear Organized

May 22, 2016 9:40 pm Published by Comments Off on A DIY Swimsuit Station Will Keep Your Beachwear Organized

One of the joys of living in one of the new homes in Jacksonville FL is the frequent proximity to both swimming pools and beaches. On hot summer days, swimming and floating in the water is the perfect way to keep cool and relax. However, the mess of wet swimsuits, towels, sunscreen, and other swimming... Read More »


How to Bring Island Style to Your Dining Room

April 16, 2016 2:54 pm Published by Comments Off on How to Bring Island Style to Your Dining Room

Island style calls to mind fresh colors of the sea and sand, warm sunshine, and easy living with fresh food and great drinks. Fortunately, you don’t have to have your own private island to enjoy the lifestyle. Florida’s coast, especially the new homes in Jacksonville Beach FL, brings together the relaxed lifestyle with the convenience... Read More »


What Are the Paint Color Mistakes to Avoid?

March 18, 2016 7:48 pm Published by Comments Off on What Are the Paint Color Mistakes to Avoid?

In theory, paint is the easiest way to decorate a room. In reality, finding the right color and finish, not to mention the actual work, can make it a real challenge. Colors can change even within one room, depending on the time of day and the direction of the light. A color that seems perfect... Read More »