With the Spring season coming to a close, summer is just around the corner. The warm weather is the perfect time to spruce up your outdoor living space and enjoy the fruits of your labor. In this article, we’re sharing a few great inexpensive ways to revive up your backyard in your new home so you can show it off this summer!

Build an Outdoor Firepitome

Imagine cozying up with family and friends after the sun sets near a beautiful flame in your backyard. You can make it happen by building your own outdoor fire pit with a bit of elbow grease. This can become an easy DIY project that you’ll be proud of. You can roast marshmallows and tells scary stories with the kids or simply relax next to your new fire pit with a good book in hand.

Paint Your Fence

One of the easiest ways to make a difference in any space, whether outdoors or indoors, is by adding a little color. Take that old brown fence from drab to fab with your choice of paint color this summer to make a statement and refresh your outdoor living space. 

Revive Old Patio Furniture

If you haven’t used your patio furniture all year, it’s probably time to dust it off and give it a good deep clean in preparation for all of your backyard shindigs coming up this summer. Not everyone can purchase brand new future, but a couple of cans of spray paint may do just the thing. Restore those rusted metal chairs with a few coats of spray paint, and no one will ever notice. This method works great for wicker as well.

Plant Flowers

You can plant inexpensive flowers that are in season to brighten up and heighten the look of your backyard. Perennials are a great flower to start with, and they come back each year which makes them a fantastic investment. Your neighbors will envy you and your pockets with thank you.

Set the Mood with Lighting

Adding outdoor lighting provides the perfect touch to your backyard living space. You can wrap your trees, tables, and even fences with affordable string lights to add a romantic feel. Outdoor lights are perfect for eating dinner after dark and enjoying a fantastic summer evening with the ones you love.

Purchase an Outdoor Rug

Outdoor rugs are a great affordable way to elevate your outdoor living space! Adding an outdoor rug to your backyard provides your space with more color and personality with little to no effort.

Create an Outdoor Dining Space

Who doesn’t love to eat outside during the summer? You can bring your favorite meals outdoors with a table and few chairs that complement the space, and voila! Savor your first cup of brew with your morning paper or fire up the grill and dig into some tasty barbeque at your outdoor dining space. 

However you decide to revamp your backyard living space, get creative and have fun with it. Once your work is complete, it will quickly become your favorite outdoor hangout spot. After a long day’s work, retreating to your outdoor living space to relax is the perfect way to end your day. 

Located just off Route 66 in Flagstaff, Arizona, is the master-planned community of Orion at Timber Sky by Capstone Homes. This neighborhood of new construction homes features detached single-family floor plans with three to four bedrooms, two to three bathrooms, and a two-car garage. Square footage ranges from 1,471 to 3,222 square feet of living space. Orion at Timber Sky is surrounded by a wealth of amenities such as miles of walking and hiking trails, parks with picnic spaces, playgrounds, community gardens, and exceptional schools for your young achievers like DeMiguel Elementary and Mt. Elden Middle School. 

Orion at Timber Sky is within proximity to shopping experiences at Flagstaff Mall and Aspen Place at The Sawmill, tasty restaurants like Satchmo’s and Pizzicletta, and loads of entertainment all within the city of Flagstaff. You can also take a day trip with the family, go hiking in the hills, and experience the beauty of nature and wildlife, all just a few miles from home. Local attractions include the Walnut Canyon National Monument, Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument, Lava River Cave, and Grand Falls of the Little Colorado River. 

When selecting a new home for sale at Orion at Timber Sky, you can bet that the included features are just as impressive as the community that surrounds it. Stepping inside of your new home will reveal special touches such as oil-rubbed bronze or brushed nickel trim-hardware and light fixtures, Decora light switches, and paint-grade craftsman baseboards and door casings. These Flagstaff new homes feature immaculate flooring with carpet in the bedrooms, great room, hallways, and stairs, as well as 18” tile in the dining room, entry, kitchen, laundry, and all bathrooms. Best of all, the fantastic kitchens at Orion at Timber Sky are equipped with a Whirlpool Appliance Package that features a stainless-steel gas range, hood, and dishwasher. There is also recess can lighting, granite countertops, green approved cabinets, and stainless steel, 60/40 under-mount sink with a stainless steel faucet. Preparing family meals just got even better!

You must see it to believe it so come take a look at the stunning new homes at Orion at Timber Sky that start in the mid $400,000’s. You can contact the sales office by dialing 888-253-6308 to learn more about the features and amenities that make this new Flagstaff community so terrific. 

Your favorite Northern Arizona homebuilder Capstone Homes is now selling brand new-single family homes at Jasper in Prescott Valley. This energy-efficient master-planned community features luxury custom floor plans with three to five bedrooms, two to four bedrooms, and a two to three-car garage. Square footage ranges from 2,189 to 3,760 square feet of living space, ideal for any family just starting out or needs an upgrade. Capstone Homes at Jasper also features thrilling amenities such as a community center, park, tennis court, swimming pool, and clubhouse. 

The new homes of Capstone Homes at Jasper feature traditional, farmhouse, or modern exteriors that come with courtyard entrances, easy-care acrylic stucco, and generous front yard landscaping packages. Low-E vinyl windows, an 8’ front entry door, and paver driveways and patios are included in each plan. There are spacious10’ ceilings on the main level and 9’ ceilings on the remaining levels. There is two-tone interior paint throughout as well as 6” baseboards and 3” door casings. The floor plans at Jasper also include a gas fireplace with a classic craftsman fireplace mantel and stone surround, white decora light switches, and smooth-skip drywall finishes with square corners. 

Energy efficiency is always a plus when purchasing a new home for sale. The home designs at Capstone Homes at Jasper are Zero Energy Ready Homes certified by the Department of Energy, making your new home more comfortable, cost-efficient, and safe for the environment. The clean energy package includes energy collection solar panels and AeroBarrier sealant, spray foam wall and ceiling insulation, and fresh air exchanges. You will also find a gas furnace, tankless hot water heater, stove, and dryer, as well as exhaust fans in the bathrooms and laundry room. 

These new homes in Prescott Valley are surrounded by employment opportunities, shopping, eateries, transportation, and great schools for all educational levels. Visit the Highlands Center for Natural History in nearby Prescott, or the Tonto Natural Bridge State Park, and the Prescott Peavine National Recreation Trail for a bit of outdoor recreation. Prescott Valley is convenient to Interstate 17, State Highway 69, and Interstate 40, allowing quick access to nearby Phoenix and Flagstaff. The Ernest A Love Field Airport is just 12 miles away and is the second busiest airport in Arizona. The Prescott Veterans Administration Hospital and the Mountain Valley Rehabilitation Hospital are not far off from home for everyday check-ups or medical emergencies. Residents of Capstone Homes at Jasper in Prescott Valley can also enjoy shopping at Prescott Gateway Mall at significant retailers like Famous Footwear, Dillard’s, Hot Topic, JC Penney more. 

Enjoy all the benefits of luxury living today at Capstone Homes at Jasper. Starting in the high $600,000’s, a new home in this master-planned community can be yours for the taking. Join the interest list to get the process started. 

With so many options for new homes for sale in Northern Arizona, making the right choice can be pretty tricky. Custom home builder Capstone Homes takes the guesswork out of purchasing the right home for your needs. Select your favorite floor plan at Flagstaff Ranch by Capstone Homes in Flagstaff, Arizona. This new development features brand new one and two-story floor plans with up to four bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms, a two-car garage, and up to 3,405 square feet of living space. 

Community amenities are the highlight of this neighborhood. Enjoy access to the 25,000 square foot clubhouse and 12,000 square foot community center right here at Flagstaff Ranch. Grab a bite to eat at the clubhouse restaurant, take a dip in the community swimming pool, and burn a few calories at the fitness center or take a walk or hike on the miles of trails throughout the community. You can host meetings in the spacious meeting rooms, relax at the spa, or play a few rounds of tennis in your spare time. You will never want to leave home with everything Flagstaff Ranch has to offer. 

Young residents of Flagstaff Ranch will absolutely thrive academically within the Flagstaff Unified School District. Area schools include Manuel Demiguel Elementary School, Mt. Elden Middle School, and Flagstaff High School. Flagstaff Ranch is also near shopping, dining, entertainment, and recreation. When you’re done unpacking boxes, you can take the family to one of Flagstaff’s great attractions like Walnut Canyon National Monument, the Arizona Snowbowl, and the Lowell Observatory. 

If you’d like to learn more about the gorgeous new homes at Flagstaff Ranch, you can join the email list or contact the sales office by calling 855-928-1100.  

At Flagstaff Meadows in Bellemont, AZ, you can anticipate finding an impeccable new home with all the bells and whistles without the hefty price tag. These affordable single-family new homes for sale start in the mid $300,000’s and feature exciting amenities, attractive interior and exterior features, and prime location without the commotion of city living. Floor plan designs at Flagstaff Meadows include 3 to 4 bedrooms, two bathrooms, a two-car garage, and 1,380 to 2,862 square feet of living space. 

Area schools near the Flagstaff Meadows neighborhood include Manual De Miguel Elementary School, Mount Elden Middle School, and Flagstaff High School. These Flagstaff USD1 schools provide students the opportunity to make success their reality. Not only will your children succeed academically, but they will also create flourishing friendships for years to come. There are many extracurricular activities such as arts, culture clubs, debate teams, athletics, and volunteer work that also look great on those college applications. For students looking to extend their higher education to further their career path, Flagstaff Meadows is convenient to Northern Arizona University and Coconino Community College, located in neighboring Flagstaff.

The area surrounding the new home community at Flagstaff Meadows is full of attractions the entire family will enjoy and great local spots to dine and shop. Walnut Canyon National Monument is a tourist attraction located southeast of downtown Flagstaff that features trails that lead through the ruins of the Sinagua cliff dwellings. The Museum of Northern Arizona is another attraction that is a repository for Indigenous material and natural history specimens for the Colorado Plateau. The Museum offers fun workshops, camps, and STEM Saturdays for children of all ages. There are also shopping malls in the city of Flagstaff like Flagstaff Mall, University Plaza Shopping Center, and Aspen Place at The Sawmill, where you can visit multiple department stores and pick up a yummy bite to eat.

What more can you ask for in one of the best new home communities in Northern Arizona? Swing by the sales office of Flagstaff Meadows at your earliest convenience for a chance to walk through your forever home. 

If you’ve been in the market for a new home for a while, you probably have a Pinterest board or two, or three with your dream design features and new home must-haves from the interior to the exterior. Capstone Homes can bring your design dreams to life at their newest community of custom homes. Take a look at Yavapai Hills, a new neighborhood of custom new homes located in Prescott, AZ. Yavapai Hills is convenient to everything you never knew you needed. Just a few miles from your new home, you can enjoy camping, hiking, and fishing at Prescott National Forest, Watson Lake, and Goldwater Lake. There is also the Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary, Sharlot Hall Museum, and the Phippen Museum. You can also find great places to dine and shop and well-performing schools, and a wealth of employment opportunities.

The community of new homes at Yavapai Hills features floor plan designs with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a two-car garage, and 2,325 to 2,746 square feet of living space. The stylish bathrooms at Yavapai Hills will become your favorite part of your new home.  These bathroom designs feature Delta Windemere style hardware for the tub, shower, and handle faucets, Danbury Collection towel bars, toilet paper holders, and a white fiberglass soaker tub in the master. There are standard cast iron tubs with tile surrounds in the secondary bathrooms and white elongated Vorten toilets. Preparing meals in these new construction homes are a dream! The astounding new kitchen designs are laced with Whirlpool appliances, including a gas cooktop, microwave oven combo, dishwasher, and 36” chimney style wall hood. Options for floor coverings throughout your home include wood or wood-looking tile floors in the entry, kitchen, and dining area. There is travertine or upgraded porcelain tile in the master bathroom and porcelain tile in the remaining bathrooms. 

No two homes at Yavapai Hills look alike. Every detail, upgrade, and feature are selected by you, the homeowner, thanks to Capstone Homes’ Design/Build Program. After making the greatest decision to construct your forever home with Northern Arizona’s premier custom home builder, you will be placed with a team of knowledgeable design experts that will guide you through the construction process without leaving you in the dark. So make sure to have your Pinterest boards and your think tank ready to go because the ball is in your court! 

The incredible new homes at Yavapai Hills are priced in the high $500,000’s and include amenities such as a tennis court, swimming pool, playground, and walking trails for residents to enjoy year-round. School-age children can enroll in schools like Taylor Hicks Elementary School, Granite Mountain Middle School, and Prescott High School. Come check out the latest new home designs at Yavapai Hills by stopping by the sales office today!