Livability
How our Homes Live | Luxury Features | Save Money on Utility Bills
Turning the dream of building a home into reality can be a daunting challenge, with thousands of decisions along the way. Choosing a plan can be intimidating because it’s often difficult to visualize the finished home and how it will live.
To make it easier, Hallmark Homes utilizes a unique way to present floor plans to help you narrow the search for a design that fits your personal lifestyle and needs.
Each floor plan is shown in a conventional layout and a color-coded version that highlights four different categories: Entertaining (yellow), De-Stressing (blue), Storing (orange) and Flexible Living (green).
Entertaining
Yellow areas encompass:
- formal rooms for entertaining
- informal, open living spaces
- outdoor rooms
- kitchens that encourage guests to gather around a snack bar
- rooms for media-related get-togethers (watching movies or sports events)
- areas ideal for groups playing cards or board games
De-Stressing
If you’re looking for ways to de-stress your life, you’ll appreciate homes with a lot of blue spaces.
Some blue areas offer relaxation, such as:
- personal getaways
- a privately located master suite
- a walk-in shower or whirlpool
- a quiet porch or a craft area
Others provide unusual organizational features such as:
- split vanities
- mudrooms
- drop zones that keep keys, briefcases, umbrellas, cell phones and laptops in one convenient spot
Storing
If you never have enough storage, you’ll be drawn to homes with more orange areas, that highlight:
- extra storage capacity in the garage or laundry room
- rear foyer storage
- generous kitchen pantries and linen closets
- over-sized bedroom closets
- additional unfinished areas in the basement or on the upper level
Flexible Living
Green areas designate rooms that offer flexible living spaces that can adapt to unique situations:
- rooms that can be combined to create in-law-suites
- home offices (occasionally even his and her offices)
- bedroom/bath arrangements that work well for blended families
- music rooms
- homeschool rooms
- craft or gardening centers
- offices that can become dining rooms
- dens that become guest rooms
Take our Livability at a Glance Quiz and find out what areas are most important to you!
Hallmark Homes Luxury Features Include…
Breathtaking Architecture
- Full Stucco w/Brick Wainscot (as per plan) with Pop outs around windows are handsome and virtually maintenance-free
- 30 year Architectural shingles add beauty and protection from wind damage
- Covered Front Porches (as per plan) offer a welcoming entrance and a spot to unwind after a busy day
- Full Rain Gutters and Down Spouts keep landscaping from washing out
Quality Construction
- A Two Car Garage keeps your cars and other household items safe from the elements
- Full Sheetrocked and Fire Taped Garage Interiors offer a clean look and safety from any fire that starts in the garage
- Damproof and Termite-Treated Foundations protect your investment from moisture and insect damage
- Concrete Patios for entertaining and relaxation
- Six Bag Mix for Exterior Concrete (harder concrete resists spalding/shale pops from winter salt)
- Control Joints on Exterior Concrete to Minimize Random Cracking
- TrussJoist TJI “Silent Floor” Systems spaced 16 inches apart guarantees no squeaks or rattling of your furniture when you walk across a room
- 10 Year Builders Limited Warranty (3rd party warranty per quality assurance)
Designer Kitchens
- Whirlpool Appliances Package which includes a Self Cleaning Electric Range, Quiet Wash Dishwasher, Hood w/Fan & Light, Upgraded ½ Horsepower Disposal
- Breakfast Island Bars (as per plan) are great for cooking preparation, kids home work and entertaining friends
- A Large Food Pantry keeps bulk items out of site and makes meal preparation a snap
- The Ice maker Line to Refrigerator give you a never ending supply of ice without the hassle of ice cube trays
Energy Efficient Features
- State-of-the-art 90% Efficient Furnace vs 60 – 80% saves you money on heating bills
- Extensive insulation system allows for a more comfortable, less drafty home
Features That Make a Difference
- Brushed Nickel door and cabinet Hardware is beautiful and durable
- Dead Bolts on all Exterior Doors add an extra measure of safety
- The Garage Door Opener on the main garage door keeps you warm and dry in bad weather
- Front & Rear Freeze-less Faucets allow access to water outside anytime of the year
- Pex Plumbing System to Reduce Noise & Heat Loss
- Upgraded Coach Lights on Garage Fronts add warmth and a classic look
- Three Pre-wired Phone Jacks, with Cat 5 Wiring allow for high speed internet access
- Two Pre-Wired TV Jacks with more available upon request
- Shelf above Washer & Dryer for convenient storage of laundry items
- 2-Level Carbon-Monoxide Detectors keep everyone in your home safe
- Smoke Detectors in all Bedrooms W/Battery Backups
- Interior Electrical Breaker Panel allows for easy expansion into your lower level
- Tile Entry can withstand all the elements and offers a great look
- Smooth or textured Wall Finish per your preference w/Textured Ceilings & Rounded Corners
- Innovative front facades ready for your personalization
- Several Choices of Upgraded Stain Resistant Carpet
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ENERGY STAR Certification (Available on Most Hallmark Homes. Contact us for verification.)
To achieve this rating, each home will meet a strict set of guidelines put forth by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency that will make each home 20-30% more energy efficient than standard homes. Hallmark Homes will achieve this level of performance through the use of energy-efficient improvements including:
- Effective insulation systems
- High-performance windows
- Tight construction and ducts
- Efficient heating and cooling equipment
- Energy Star qualified lighting and appliances
