The Vista Blog

As home designs advance to be more environmentally responsible, trends that connect us with nature are becoming more prevalent than ever.

2019 will usher in brand new home design ideas and sustainability efforts, but it will also incorporate older designs that allow homeowners to share space with nature and enjoy the outdoors in their own living spaces.

With each year bringing in new waves of design trends for kitchen and bathrooms, it can be easy to get lost in a temporary fad that doesn’t stand the test of time. That's why it’s important when renovating your home to come up with a design that will keep you happy for years to come.

Being in nature creates a calming effect for most people. Nearly everyone relishes a chance to step outside the walls and take in some fresh air.

Many choose to make nature a more integrated part of their day by bringing it into their homes in more tangible ways. Here are some great ways to bring the great outdoors into your home designs:

If you are planning on building your dream home or in the process of building a new home in Western North Carolina, you probably already have your kitchen, living room and master bedroom pictured perfectly in your head or posted on your Pinterest board.

We've talked about how to "green up" your living space, but what are the best plants to bring indoors and how do they benefit you and your home?

There are plenty of easy-to-grow indoor plants that even those with the blackest of thumbs can keep them alive. Here are five of our favorite plants you can bring inside to liven up your home:

For many people, building a custom home has been a lifetime dream that feels like an unattainable goal. Finding the right builder, the perfect floor plan and finding a suitable lot in the right location seems too daunting.

We are uncovering the common myths and misconceptions about building a custom home so, that you can start digging with peace of mind!

When you are searching for a new home, there are many questions that you need to ask yourself. What neighborhood do you want to live in? Do you want to build a custom home or buy a move-in ready home? Do you want a single story or two-story home?

Do you have a small half-bath or powder room and you’re just not sure what to do with the space? Just because it’s a small area doesn’t mean you can’t make it one of the coolest rooms in the house! Here are some great ideas to make your half-bath pop and get the most out of that small space.

Significant life changes tend to be one of the most common reasons for a family to begin searching for a new home. For many, buying a new home means that the kids have flocked from the nest and started lives of their own -- either at college, in their careers or with their new spouse and children.

The empty nest years are a time for parents to look at their future and reconsider the house they call home. Think about it... There you are in this big empty house with a yard to maintain and more space than you need as you head into your golden years.

The temperatures are rising and the days are longer, which means now is the best time to spend the day outside exploring the beauty of Asheville, North Carolina.

With blooming flowers, beautiful wildlife, open meadows, hiking trails and waterfalls, the Blue Ridge Mountains are filled with just about everything that makes up a perfect outdoor experience.