10 Best Reasons to Build Your New Home at the Jersey Shore

For generations people have flocked to the shores of New Jersey during the summer months for vacations and getaways.  It’s the place where family memories are made and time seems to stand still.  From the sounds of the seagulls and waves coming ashore during the day to the lively music and entertainment at the boardwalks at night,…

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Exciting New Home Design Trends For 2014 That Actually Make Sense

Every year around this time we like to take a look at the exciting new home design trends for so we can share with you the latest products and materials: from kitchen trends to baths and all the colors and finishes you need to make your new home beautiful and functional. This information can help…

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On the Bay or on The Beach – Where to Build Your Custom Home

The lifestyle along the bay can be much different than the sand and surf, so it’s important that you consider the way that you will be using your home, who your guests may be and what your plans are for the on season and off season before you decide on bay or beach for your…

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Interior Design and Finishes for Custom Homes at the Beach

Living by the beach is calming, serene, breezy, sunny and peaceful.  Chances are if you own a beach home, you love the beach and the water.  Sometimes it can be a bit overwhelming to design a beach home without being “too literal”.  We are going to break it down simply to help you bring the…

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Keeping the Cape Cod Feel In Elevated Jersey Shore Custom Homes

Home designs along the Jersey Shore can vary depending on what town or, should we say, “What Exit”, off the Garden State Parkway you are in.  A prevalent design in some areas, like Long Beach Island towns consist mainly of homes that are more traditional New England inspired designs with old, weathered cedar shakes and…

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How to Extend Your Summer Season

The summer season has officially ended at the Jersey shore; however that doesn’t mean it’s time to pack up and leave.  The weekends during the fall on Long Beach Island can be incredibly relaxing, and there are many ways to extend your season as the weather begins to cool down.  We have compiled a list…

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Beat the Heat – Water Features that Rock

The heat and humidity just keep coming here at the Jersey Shore, but nothing cools better than the feel of the salt water on your skin and the ocean breezes through your hair.  Not only can water features provide that cooling affect for hot summer weather, but they can add beauty and tranquility to you…

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Why Neighbors Matter When Rebuilding on LBI

Now that the Sandy dust is starting to settle and existing homeowners are deciding whether to keep or sell their storm damaged homes on Long Beach Island or the lots that remain after homes have been demolished, there can be some pretty good deals on properties in Long Beach Township and a few other towns…

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Custom Home Builders – Deconstructed

When it comes to choosing a new home builder to build your custom home, there are many qualities that are important to the overall success of your building project.  If you don’t thoroughly research the company you are doing business with, your dream home may not materialize the way you envisioned.  Finding the right home…

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Rebuild Your Jersey Shore Home Now

With many residents along the Long Beach Island and NJ Shore Mainland areas beginning to rebuild after the destruction superstorm Sandy left, it’s important that homeowners who need help rebuilding their homes not be overwhelmed with the conflicting information and changes to requirements and recommendations from FEMA.  Stonehenge Building & Development is here to help.…

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