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Once upon a time in the early 2000's our company used to build huge two-story homes that people loved, however tastes changed and the housing trend went from two-story everything to highly desired single level homes. So we adapted and started building a number of one-story homes, which became our new M.O. And we noticed that when we held grand openings or open houses for our new homes, people walking through would comment something along the lines of: "It's so nice that it's one-story!" or "Thank goodness, no stairs!" and even the occasional "We are looking for a one-story home because our stairs have become too much of a hassle or don't match the needs of our family." Whether you are building or buying a home, you are going to take into consideration the number of levels you want. So lets run through a list of the great and not so great aspects about each option. ONE-STORY HOMES Pros: Lets point out the obvious: you don't ...

I know, “modern farmhouse” sounds slightly ironic and perhaps a bit like an oxymoron, such as: small crowd, act natural, or random order. However, this style is currently the  top exterior design trend  sweeping our country. It calls upon traditional designs mingled with modern textures; a family-friendly, classic feel with a contemporary twist! It is not country living, rather country-inspired living. Sleek, clean lines with cozy elements etch the modern farmhouse look including: polished horizontal and vertical  wood sidings , a full or partial  metal roof , and the tasteful use of  contrasting colors . Porches, columns, and stone accents all unify to develop this standalone style.  The key to attaining this visual aesthetic is comfort. Designing the home in a way that has the sophistication and elegance of contemporary architecture, but also invites you to come inside and enjoy a warm chocolate chip cookie fresh out of the oven. Country a...

Designing the interior of your dream home is just as important as laying out the the floor plan and exterior. MDD Homes is there for you the whole design and development process, leading you through every detailed step, but the inside of your home? That's all you (okay and maybe a little help from an interior designer)! MDD delivers you a blank canvas waiting for all its empty spaces to be filled with your personal touch. Maybe you are in the process of designing and building your very own home, currently remodeling, or thinking about getting new furniture, whatever the case, here are some tips on using bold color(s) in your home . Color theory is a serious science, but simply put, it explores how color affects peoples feelings. When applied to interior design you can create a space that has the power to change moods and establish a distinguished style while achieving your design dreams. You can start by choosing one look for your entire home (this does not mean on...

Where food and merriment are meant to be shared! Kitchens are the central place of any home where family and friends come together to enjoy the simple pleasures of dinners and parties. Over the years we have seen an abundance of constructive designs where kitchen themes have varied greatly from traditional cottage to futuristic smart home fashions. Here are some of our favorite themes that we still love and create today!  Classic :  Let your imagination run wild with these kitchens! The boundaries for fun and design are truly limitless here. Instead of muting a solid color throughout the kitchen, a second lighter or contrasting color can be added to bring out the darker wood features that are in either the flooring or ceiling beams. A more common trend has been installing white or cream colored cabinetry that certainly brightens up a home. In focused points, see-thru glass cupboards are added to bring a unique style and allow more use for decoration inside cabine...

If you have ever gotten the chance to walk through one of our model homes, or looked closely at the photos of the kitchens on our website, you will notice that each house, unique as they may be, have one thing in common: the appliances. McCullough Design Development is a BIG fan of SubZero-Wolf products, and their trademarked red knobs can be seen in every MDD home, as they are considered standard for all of our homes. Our contact at SubZero-Wolf (SZ-W) invited MDD to come and see their showroom in Costa Mesa and have lunch! We said "absolutely!" and took a little trip up there this past Friday. The showroom was breathtaking! Every mock kitchen display was something out of a chef's dream. We got a full tour of the place, allowing us to see all of SZ-W's latest innovative products , including the newest addition to their brand: the Cove Dishwasher. This dishwasher operates with near silence, ensures spotless dishes every time, and is adaptive to the dishes you wash...

New designs, trends, and ideas flow in every year for us to sift through until we find what we want to put into the interior of our homes. If you are looking for something new and fresh or just different, take a look below at one of the new home trends of 2018: Geometric patterns! We recently finished building a beautiful home for one of our clients in Del Sur. They implemented geometric patterns on bathroom walls and back splashes throughout their home and it is just too cool not to share! Using geometric shapes this way really fills the room with a dramatic presence and catches your eye. It can also be more subtle, like in the last photo with the 3D hexagonal textured wall. This chic geometric shape look can also be achieved by use of home decor like pillows and wall art.  

Yes, it really is making a comeback! During the 1940's about 1/4th of the worlds population lived in a home with three or more generations present, and now we have seen an increase in this trend over the past few years. West Rim Lot 2 In the industry of custom homes architects are finding that multi-generational living is on the rise and not slowing down! "In fact, for the first time in 130 years, living with parents surpasses other living arrangements for those 18 to 34" (Multigenerational Living is Back and it's a Good Thing). Whether the situation is kids returning home, parents moving in, adding roommates, or putting up guests, having that extra space is nice and useful. There are benefits in it for everyone: it makes it easier to care for aging parents, children are able to build relationships with older members of the family, and it saves money for all involved. Rancho Valencia There is an art to designing homes like this because for multiple gener...

Welcome to 2018, it's been waiting for you! Along with a new year comes new years resolutions. Although most resolutions die within the first month, there are some that we strive for year after year. Was one of your resolutions to buy a brand new home or perhaps to build you and your family the home of your dreams? If your answer was yes, welcome to MDD Homes, we've been waiting for you. Let's accomplish that resolution together! We have been busy over here at MDD these last few months and we are happy to let you know that we have new lots available which may be just what you are looking for! Paseo Valencia RANCHO VALENCIA 0.89 Acres  Full Golf Course Views!  Option to Design/Build  Pre-designed Single Story Estate: 6,005 sqft.  Lot Cost: $2.1 M WEST RIM: LOTS 1 & 2 West Rim Lots 1 & 2 Lot 1 - 1 Acre  Coastal Canyon Views  Option to Design/Build  Pre-designed Single Story Estate: 4,930 sqft.  Lot Cost: $1...