Date Archives: July 2021

Summer is a time for relaxing, spending time outdoors, and enjoying fun adventures with family and friends. If you've been thinking about buying one of the beautiful Southport homes for sale, you'll want to take some time to get to know the area and explore the local culture.

There are many ways to enjoy some summer fun in the Southport area. We asked our real estate agents about their favorite things to do on their days off, and here's are a few of their recommendations.

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We spend a lot of time in our kitchens. Whether it be for cooking, socializing, or unwinding after work, the kitchen is often the heart of the home. That's why the design and decor in your kitchen are so important. You won't want to spend time in a room you think looks cluttered or bland, and you won't get the most enjoyment out of it if you don't like how it looks. One easy way to change up your kitchen is by decorating your breakfast bar. Our real estate agents love when Southport homes for sale have breakfast bars, especially when they're decorated. Here are ideas you can use to decorate your breakfast bar.

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Things really heat up during summertime in the Southport area, and our real estate agents have the perfect solution. Cool down and satisfy your sweet tooth at one of these great local ice cream shops!

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If you have deep window sills, you have the perfect spot to increase your home's functionality and extend your decor. Although often overlooked, window sills are a great place to explore design ideas.

Our real estate agents love imagining how different Southport homes for sale can be decorated. Here are their tips for using your window sills to get a little more out of your decor.

1. Display Holiday Decor
   When the holidays arrive, your window sills provide a great space for festive holiday decorations. You can use your window sills to display small Christmas trees or wreaths, twinkling lights, Thanksgiving pumpkins and candles, or flags on the 4th of July. If you're throwing a party, you can fill your window sills with snacks, party favors, or presents for guests.
   
   
2. Grow Herbs For Your Kitchen
   If you're kitchen windows get natural light throughout the day, you can grow a variety of herbs and vegetables that will flourish, even during the winter months. Even if they don't, you can get some grow lights to help herbs and veggies along. They are available at most home improvement stores and nurseries in a variety of designs, so you might find one that fits your kitchen decor flawlessly.
   
   
3. Display Your Favorite Reads
   Window sills provide a great place to display your favorite books, especially if you're an avid reader with limited editions or special collections. Whether it's in your family room, master bedroom, or kitchen, books on display provide convenient access for reading, as well as a visual appeal from vibrant colors and textures on bindings.
   
   
4. Create a Window Garden
   Live plants and greenery add natural beauty and oxygen to indoor spaces. Window sills provide the perfect place for sunlight and fresh air that is necessary for healthy plant growth. By decorating your window sills with clay pots, glass jars, or colorful containers and baskets, you can showcase your green thumb and add organic design appeal to your home. Succulents can be the best option if you want the least amount of maintenance.
   
   
5. Collage Your Family Photos
   If you have a lot of family photos, window sills are a great place to showcase groups of framed photos in various frame styles, colors, and sizes. You can create eye-catching displays, collages, or even theme a group of photos together. You can also rotate out sets of photos to keep the same functionality but change up the look.
   
   
6. Design a Place To Relax
   If you have 2 to 3 feet deep sills, you might think this space a nuisance. But these deep sills make it easy to design a comfortable sitting nook where you can enjoy your morning coffee, curl up with your favorite book, or seat guests at parties. Depending on where the window is located in your home, you could make it entirely your own space or one that should be shared with the whole family.

If you're interested in buying or selling a home, contact us about available properties. We have a variety of properties that are sure to be the perfect fit for your lifestyle.