Why Buy Now?

Posted on September 16, 2022September 16, 2022 by hagood_homes_dev

Are you thinking of buying a newly built house? Perhaps you’ve thought about building your custom dream home. But maybe the housing market shifts of late have you holding off, taking a wait-and-see approach. Why wait to enjoy the luxury gated community lifestyle? You deserve to live better in a hand-crafted Hagood Home!

While the rock-bottom interest rates of the recent past have been incrementally rising, they are still historically low. And should rates decrease again, there may be the opportunity to refinance and lower future payments, making now a great time to buy your “forever home.”

A Look at Today’s Mortgage Rates*

But first, a look back – to 1981, when average mortgage rates went over 16%. Or to the mid-90s, when 8% for a 30-year mortgage was considered a good deal. And it didn’t get much better in the 2000s. By comparison, the 2020s have been something of a Golden Age for mortgage loans.

So where are we now? The difference between a $500,000 loan for 30 years at 3.5% and 5% is less than $500 dollars a month. Adjustable rate mortgages (ARMs) are a great alternative if borrowers do not need to finance a house for 30 years. Our clients have found success utilizing a 5/1 or 7/1 ARM – these rates are currently at 4%.

A Competitive Market Calls for Action

People are on the move. Millennials, many of whom are first-time homebuyers, number more than 80 million in America and comprise more than 40% of today’s homebuyers. Retirees are downsizing to smaller homes in large numbers. These waves of homebuyers are hitting a market in which inventory is low and demand is high. And while the overall U.S. housing inventory hasn’t yet returned to pre-pandemic levels, we are seeing signs that the historic housing shortage is on the road to a rebound.

Realtor.com’s June 2022 Monthly Housing Trends Report showed a record-setting year-over-year surge of 19% in housing inventory. Homes for sale are out there! Will you be the owner of one?

Looking at New Hanover and Brunswick Counties, available homesites in HOA or gated communities are a rare commodity. Remember, it takes many years and millions of dollars to develop a new community, build the amenities and start selling homes. If you are interested in the area, it’s best practice to get the ball rolling sooner rather than later.

Selling the Home You Have

Will it sell? How long will it take and for how much money? The answers are almost certainly: yes, quickly, and at a good price. According to the National Association of Realtors, at the end of the second quarter of 2022, existing homes for sale in the U.S. were on the market for an average of 14 days. The median existing-home price was up 13.4% from just one year prior.

Appreciation of Your New Home

Should you choose to call the Wilmington area home, you’ll be investing in a red hot and burgeoning real estate market. According to Redfin, home prices in and around Wilmington were up 20.9% in June 2022 compared to the year before. For reference, that kind of yearly appreciation is about double the average annual return of the stock market. Even if the housing market simmers, the value of your new home will almost certainly rise.

Why People Call the Carolinas Home

Why are homes in the Wilmington area and beyond appreciating as much as they are? Economic factors may play a significant part; CNBC crowned North Carolina America’s number-one state for business with the country’s strongest economy in 2022. And folks are flocking to the Tar Heel State. According to the 2020 U.S. Census, the Wilmington area bucked the national trend of population drops with double-digit population growth over the prior ten years. It seems like the beach is a big draw, as areas along the coast in Brunswick County had the area’s highest growth levels.

Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage, the top real estate company in Southeastern NC, explains year over year (January – June 2022 vs. 2021), closed volume sales saw an increase of $169 million – a jump of 10.8% from last year.

Simply put, life in the coastal Carolinas is what many people dream of. The quality of life, weather, taxes, traffic, and everything in between is what draws people in and keeps them here.

Why wait? Moving into a Hagood home will help you enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. Whether you want to downsize or maintain your current home size, with Hagood, you’ll experience luxury living at any size. We also have several included features that help make aging in place a reality.

On top of that, calling coastal Carolina home is the icing on the cake. Pairing our homes with the serenity the coastal Carolinas offer, along with the luxury of gated-community living, is a dream come true for our buyers.

Waiting for building costs and prices of existing homes to come down, as well as anticipating the value of your home (which was artificially inflated for 18 months) will rise, is a great theory, but it may not be realistic. Postponing your decision to build in the coastal Carolinas only reduces the amount of time you have to enjoy living in a Hagood Home.

Are you ready to start the process of getting the home of your dreams? Hagood Homes can help make that possible! Connect with one of our agents at (910) 256-8284 or fill out the form below to discuss how we can get started.

*Mortgage rates are subject to change. Borrowers should consult with a licensed mortgage lender when searching for home financing.

New Model Home! The Calibogue at Compass Pointe

Posted on September 16, 2022February 22, 2023 by hagood_homes_dev

Our top-selling floorplan model home, the Calibogue, is now open at Compass Pointe! Compass Pointe is a gated, master-planned community on the southeastern coast of North Carolina where resort-style living is at its finest! Hagood Homes is proud to be a top-rated building partner with Compass Pointe, designing homes that fit the coastal lifestyle, especially the Calibogue.

Located at 2608 Sweet Sassafras Street in Leland, North Carolina, the new Calibogue model home won’t disappoint fans of natural light and open concepts. The coastal-inspired plan is washed in natural light from its tall windows, dormers, French doors, and windowed doors. But this is just the start of a long list of unique features.

A Grand Entrance

Nothing says coastal charm like a grand front porch and entryway! This Calibogue model home features a dedicated foyer, impressive front door, and 10-inch pilasters that say, “come on in”!

View the video below to join Sales Agent Josh Adams on a walkthrough of this beautiful home, filled with inspiring details!

The primary bedroom is split from the other bedrooms and features dual closets. The door opens centrally between the primary and en suite, so you don’t have to walk through the bathroom to get to the closet. The en suite features an impressive tiled walk-in shower – the perfect combination of relaxation and functionality.

Split bedroom layout

On the other side of the first floor are two suites, perfectly suited for guests or family. They feature easy access to the great room and share a bath with separate vanity and shower areas so multiple guests can use the space simultaneously but still have some privacy.

Flex space

Having a space that can function in many ways is something else the Calibogue model has. A 505 square foot second-floor lounge area with a separate bedroom and bath can be used as a home office or a den. It’s also perfect for guests or entertaining. The possibilities are endless!

Custom built-ins

We’ve taken advantage of some underutilized space in this Calibogue model and added some charm and value with custom built-ins. The living area features a low-profile fireplace with built-ins on both sides and built-in cabinetry and a wet bar area in the kitchen.

Explore this home

View each room in detail with our 3D interactive tour: Walk through the Calibogue

Other features of the Calibogue:

• 2,506 sq. ft.
• Four bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms
• Large, vaulted ceilings
• Open and inviting transition from the first floor to the bonus room
• Screened porch
• Oversized two-car garage with an optional rear door for golf cart

Can you see yourself living in the Calibogue? Fill out the form below to schedule a private tour of the model home and to learn more about the Compass Pointe community.

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Personalizing Your Dream Home with Hagood

Posted on August 9, 2022October 26, 2022 by hagood_homes_dev

When it comes to building your dream home, the process can be stressful. That’s why it’s important to choose the right builder to help bring your vision to life. For over 25 years, Hagood Homes has been designing and building coastal Carolina homes with a focus on care and integrity. It all begins with one of our award-winning floorplans.

Customized Vs. Personalized

The idea of a custom-built home – a one-of-kind that is uniquely yours – is appealing for some buyers, but it can come with a heftier price tag and a more complex and lengthier process flow that not everyone is interested in. At Hagood Homes, we can refine and personalize every plan in our portfolio to give homeowners the lifestyle features they’re looking for along with a more custom feel without the fully-custom price tag.

Once you select one of our floorplans, we can work closely with you to meet your personalized wishes. Our designers can work with you to help make small adjustments to personalize the floor plan or elevation to help make your new home feel more like a one-of-a-kind. Our sales team also works closely with the design team as advisors to help you personalize the plans to fit your lifestyle and ensure budgets are being put to the highest and best use.

Take a look at the images below to see examples of how our homeowners have customized their Cape Lookout elevation.

And here are examples of how homeowners have customized their fireplace and built-ins, both included features at Hagood Homes.

A Design Process Like No Other

After you finalize your floor plan, you’ll meet with one of our designers on day one of our 3-day design consultation process and again on day 3 to summarize your selection decisions.
Our proven design process simplifies the selection decisions and allows more time to make design decisions than other builders to ensure cohesive and seamless style throughout your home.

Plus, we’ve partnered with the best vendors in each field, so your home is filled with products and finishes second-to-none.

You’ll meet with:

Atlantic Appliance
Port City Cabinets
A landscape architect to create a custom landscape plan
An electrician to fully review electrical plans and options
Sound Tronics to review low voltage and data options
A production manager (leadership member of our construction team) to review all your plans and questions
Shutterhawk to create personalized closet deign
Fergeson to pick out lighting (no pre-determined packages)

Our sales team, along with our vendors, will help make sure no stone is left unturned. Our goal is to make sure homeowners don’t say, “I wish I would have thought of that,” after the home is completed.

Unmatched Finish Options

We offer many options to fit your style and your budget. Our standard selections choices include more options for homeowners to choose from in all categories than most builders.

Take a peek at our selection options here and check out the video below to get a glimpse into our selections office.

Our designers work with you to make design decisions, including:

Shingle colors
Entry front door finishes and hardware
Exterior finishes and paint colors
Interior paint colors
Flooring including carpet, hardwood, and laminate
Cabinets with close to 30 paint and stain colors to choose
Kitchen island options
Counter tops, including quartz or granite
Plumbing sinks and fixtures
Tile for bathrooms and kitchen backsplash
Accessories including ceiling fans, lighting, and mirrors

Our design service also includes a personalized mood board so you can see your vision begin to come to life!

Interested in a Personalized Home Design in the Carolinas?

Hagood Homes invites you to explore our extensive portfolio of floorplan designs and learn more about our efficient, consistent, and quality process. Our design and sales teams are eager to assist you in personalizing an existing plan to give you the coastal Carolina dream home you’re searching for.

Prefer to make the leap to a fully custom design? We’ve got you covered! Check out our portfolio of recent custom builds and learn more about our custom design team here.

Whether you desire to personalize one of our beautiful portfolio floorplans or design a fully custom home, we’ll follow our proven design process. Fill out the form below to get started.

Compass Pointe Update: July 2022

Posted on July 15, 2022 by hagood_homes_dev

There is so much new activity in Compass Pointe, one of the area’s most popular and beautiful communities in Leland, NC! Hagood Homes is proud to be a preferred builder at Compass Pointe and offer a unique set of included features in our new builds. Take a video tour with Sales Manager Josh Adams to view all the exciting progress being made. If you don’t already have a lot, new inventory is expected this fall, so stay tuned for more information.

Enjoy the tour!

Timber Ridge

Timber Ridge is Compass Pointe’s newest section. Multiple residential projects in varying stages of completion make this a bustling section in Compass Pointe right now. The Shackleford Banks and Albemarle Sound are just two of Hagood’s popular floorplans currently under construction in this section. Additionally, the Cape Lookout model is open and available to tour.

Highland Forest West

Highland Forest West has several recently completed homes, including the Cape Lookout floorplan and the Woods Cove, which is almost completed. You’ll also see a spectacularly modified Harbour Town III Canted with a three-car garage and an added pavilion room.

Highland Forest

Check out our exquisite custom design as you enter Highland Forest. You’ll also see a Cape Lookout, the former model home with beautiful landscaping. The Cape Lookout is our bestselling model in Compass Pointe, followed by the Harbour Town, which is currently under construction.

Compass Pointe Club House

The new outdoor pool and tiki bar are underway! We’re looking forward to having these brand-new amenities at Compass Pointe.

Looking for a specific floorplan under construction? Check out these homes!

Orton Creek at homesite #145 features an oversized two-car garage with room for a golf cart, a large front porch, and a welcoming foyer.

Harbour Town II customized homesite at lot #22. This modified plan features a wider but shallower layout. We placed the garage on the left side to accommodate the buyers’ needs. This is one of the benefits of working with Hagood – we’re happy to modify any of our existing floorplans to fit your lifestyle!

The Petersen Residence is another custom build featuring the Harbour Town III. Our clients made a handful of customizations, including a unique angled garage.

This Cape Lookout is a brand-new model home in the Timber Ridge section of Compass Pointe. This turnkey package features landscaping and a 1,200 sq. ft. driveway. The beautiful front porch stretches the entire length of the entrance to the house.

A custom combination of the Harbour Town and Orton Creek floorplans creates a one-of-a-kind residence in Highland Forest West. Known as the Wichman residence, this home features a two-story foyer and tons of windows opening to the back porch.

Shackleford Banks Alternate is in Timber Ridge on lot #76 and features a three-car garage and a balcony on the rear side of the house.

The Finnerty residence is a custom designed 4,500 sq. ft. home in Highland Forest West at homesite #18. The layout includes two stories featuring an upstairs balcony on the backside.

Habour Town III, Timber Ridge homesite #241 is right across from Timber Ridge Estates. This two-story home features a 3-car garage and built-ins throughout. Upon completion, this will be our new model home.

Schedule Your Private Tour

Learn more about our Compass Pointe model homes available to tour:

Like what you see? Fill out the form below to schedule a private tour of the community, our model homes and to learn about all the exciting things coming to Compass Pointe! We have homesites available and countless customizable home plans to choose from. If you already own a lot in Compass Pointe, Hagood Homes is happy to discuss building options with you!

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Sottung Residence: An Incredible Landfall Custom Build

Posted on July 11, 2022 by hagood_homes_dev

Come explore another one of Hagood’s beautifully designed custom builds, the Sottung Residence, in Landfall, Wilmington, NC’s premier gated community. This residence’s striking exterior, featuring West Indy-inspired low pitch roofs with wide overhangs adorned with corbels, blends perfectly with its natural surroundings.

Lisa and Karl were introduced to Hagood Homes and Sales Manager, Josh Adams, in 2017. Hagood Homes has been alongside the the Sottung’s since the homesite selection. It wouldn’t be until years later that Lisa and Karl would be ready to begin their dream home. The Sottung’s with the help of Adams, worked with home designer, Troy Kenny, to create not only the perfect home for their homesite but the perfect home for their lifestyle.

The Sottung residence features 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,001 heated square feet plus an additional 1,234 unheated square feet, bringing it to 4,235 total square feet.

Take a Virtual Walk-Through

From the front exterior, it’s hard to miss the amazing oversized front porch running the length of the house. The attractive wide columns and lantern-inspired lighting exemplify the charm of this modern farmhouse.

The Coppersmith’s Creole 27 natural gas lamps flanks either side of the Thermatru Entry door. The warm glow and flicker of the flame greet you as your approach the large, low country inspired front porch.

Note, the hardi porch ceilings. They are painted “haint blue.” Folklore refers to the concept of “haint,” a Southern variation on the word “haunt” that refers to a ghost or spirit. Blue represents water and apparently spirits cannot traverse water. Homeowners often paint the ceilings, the window trim and sometimes the doors to theoretically keep spirits away.

What started as superstition has since translated into a design trend. No one would think twice about painting their porch blue because their grandmother’s and their parents’ porches were blue. This trend has now permeated into porch design. In fact, the pale blue-green tint is now known in design circles as “haint blue.”

On the other side of the oversized door, step into the brightly lit foyer that seamlessly spills into the sprawling modern open floorplan.

The open space features paneled ceilings with beams, beautiful light wood floors (Carolina Mountain Hardwood / Tidewater Collection /Oak Winter Marsh), and a wall of glass doors that invite the outside in and inside out, allowing for an abundance of natural light.

The living area features a low-profile fireplace and custom built-ins, creating a homey front room.

Bright white cabinets, walls and ceilings, contrasted by the darker wood of the oversized island, make this truly a remarkable modern farmhouse kitchen, topped off with stainless steel appliances (including a Thermador 36” gas rangetop) and many windows. The sink is a Blanco Diamond Single Bowl in Anthracite, highlighted by a Moen faucet with brushed gold accents. Another fun feature of this home is the custom tile backsplash with floating shelving in the kitchen.

Taking the stairs to the second floor, hardwoods continue through to the primary bedroom with a bank of windows overlooking the pool in the backyard. The bedroom also features an impressive en suite with zero entry and a tiled walk-in shower.

A large butler’s pantry and separate laundry room with custom built-ins are just some of the features that make this custom build a showpiece.

The backyard patio is a spectacular gathering space featuring an in-ground pool and easy-to-maintain landscaping, encompassing the owner’s lifestyle needs.

The Sottung’s elected for a custom designed rectangular concrete pool featuring a sun self, in Quartzscapes Tahoe Blue with a silver travertine coping and crushed shelf decking.

One of the many benefits of working with Hagood is access to our pool design service. We’ll work with you to create the perfect backyard oasis that fits your home’s style and lot.

View more photos of the Sottung Residence and take the virtual tour here.

Luxury Living at Any Size

Posted on June 14, 2022January 5, 2026 by hagood_homes_dev

Looking to downsize but don’t want to lose the quality and livability you’re used to? Even with Hagood Homes’ smaller square footage plans, you won’t! The quality construction, superior lifestyle features, and high level of finish and design options in our larger footprint homes are the same for our smaller floorplans like Pebble Cove, Fort Fisher Cove, and Hewlett Creek. With Hagood Homes, you get luxury living at any size!

Pebble Cove

4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths
2,188 square feet

The Pebble Cove plan is meticulously designed for efficient and effective use of space and like all homes built by Hagood it is brimming with high-quality products like James Hardie siding and spray foam insulation. Other highlights include an abundance of natural light, an oversized center island in the chef’s kitchen, and a large laundry room with drop zone.

What differentiates the Pebble Cove from other plans in the Cove collection? The deep kitchen sink positioning below a “wall of windows” to maximize sunlight, extra functional storage found in an oversized coat closet, pantry and laundry room, and one of the largest zero-entry, smooth tiled walk-in showers in the en suite bath in the primary bedroom.

The Pebble Cove is quickly becoming a favorite among home buyers.

Fort Fisher Cove

4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths
2,222 square feet

This award-winning design by Troy Kenny is full of character and coastal charm with oversized baseboards, shiplap, and custom built-ins. But the features don’t stop there.

The Fort Fisher Cove boasts an impressive foyer leading into the great room with abundant natural light. Entertaining is effortless, with the home’s open concept design and an 8′ tall, four-panel slider flowing into a large, screened back porch.

Unique to the Fort Fisher Cove is that it is a split bedroom plan featuring a guest wing on the opposite side of the home from the owner’s suite. This home includes a fully finished room over the garage with not only a sitting room, full bath and walk-in attic storage, but also an additional bedroom upstairs. For homeowners looking for one extra room in the house this has been a plan that checks off all of the boxes on their wish list. A few other highlights of the Fort Fisher Cove (and all other plans!) include an oversized two-car garage, a true chef’s kitchen and a large zero entry shower with lighted vanity mirrors found in the primary suite.

Hewlett Creek

4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths
2,202 square feet

A classic floorplan with an alley load, Hewlett Creek is packed with southern charm inside and out. On the outside, you’ll find exterior shutters, raised panel trim detail, corbels and a covered front porch anchored by craftsman columns.

Much of the living space is on the first floor, with a cozy second-floor guest suite or a home office, family, or media room, depending on your lifestyle. Like most of Hagood Homes’ designs, three of the four bedrooms are on the first floor. The primary en suite includes a luxurious walk-in shower, dual vanities, walk-in closets, and an abundance of natural light. The two additional spacious bedroom suites share a generous guest bathroom featuring a tub with tile surround and a linen closet.

Homeowners love the size of the screened-in back porch with crushed shell floor finishing and the sunny, unique space located beside the staircase which can serve as a breakfast nook, e-space, or reading alcove.

Luxury Touches Without the Added Cost

Even our smaller floorplans include the distinguishing factors that separate a Hagood home from the rest. You’ll find included features such as:

10′ first floor ceilings
8′ first floor doors
6′ windows (individual with double stud pockets and argon gas filled for additional energy savings) and 20% more windows than other builders
Custom crushed shell finish on both front and rear porches
Double switched ceiling fan with light kits in all bedrooms, great room, lounge, and rear porch
$3700 decorative lighting allowance
Cove crown molding in foyer, dining room, living room, and primary bedroom (if 9′ flat ceiling)
Shiplap or wainscoting in foyer and dining room
Decora paddle switches
5″ wide hardwood flooring in all common areas
42″ fireplace
LED under-cabinet lighting & full overlay cabinets in kitchen
Full overlay, soft-close, dovetail, full extension cabinets in kitchen
KitchenAid appliances
Solid wood shelves in the pantry with motion light
Heavy frame-less glass primary bathroom shower door
Lighted LED mirrors in the primary bathroom
8” spread in primary bath
Finished over-sized garage with painted floors
18’ by 8’ tall over-sized garage door
12′ diameter patio
Custom landscape plan by a landscape architect for your home site with irrigation and rain sensor
Downspouts piped underground
Brick foundation around the entire house
Traditional cottage trim package
And more!

Additionally, the breadth and depth of our included choices allow our clients the opportunity to select high-quality and attractive items that are all contained within the base price of the home without being forced to spend more money.

Sort by Square Footage on Our Website

You can browse our floorplans on our website using search filters to help you find plans based on your desired square footage, width, or even the number of baths and bedrooms you are looking for.

Not ready to downsize just yet? Take a look at some of our larger floorplans, including:

Harbour Town III
4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths
2,814 square feet

Harbour Side Canted
3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths
2,905 square feet

Albemarle Sound II
4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths
3,388 square feet

In addition to our portfolio of home designs, clients can design a completely custom home of any size! Learn more about our custom home building process here.

Whether downsizing or upsizing, you are sure to find just what you are looking for in an award-winning Hagood home. Our sales managers and design specialists are ready to assist!

Pacifico Residence: A Stunning Custom Home by Hagood Homes

Posted on June 2, 2022 by hagood_homes_dev

Explore the elegance of the Pacifico residence, a stunning custom-designed home in Compass Pointe with its impressive entrances, modern open floor concept, and an abundance of windows for natural light. Inspiration for the Pacifico came from Charleston’s low country design style.

The Pacifico residence features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and 2,989 heated square feet. Including unheated square footage, this home is 5,303 square feet.

Take a Virtual Walk-Through

As you approach the Pacifico residence, you’ll see the beautiful wide columns and the oversized front porch made for rocking chairs and a swing.

Walk through the double door to an expansive modern open floor plan with beautiful wood floors and plenty of natural light.

The living space features a statement stone gas fireplace anchored with built-ins for a cozy gathering space.

Stainless steel appliances, an oversized island, and granite countertops make the kitchen the showpiece of this home. Large windows rest above the sinks, overlooking the front yard.

Speaking of views … pool views can be seen from the foyer, great room, dining room, kitchen, casita, and primary bedroom!

Heading outdoors through the back patio, you’ll notice the unique U-shaped layout that creates separate wings for privacy and functionality. The eye-catching design creates an outdoor courtyard that is just as impressive as inside with a gorgeous pool, hot tub, patio table with fire pit insert, and an outdoor kitchen.

The Pacifico backyard is undeniably stunning. We channeled the owner’s lifestyle and living arrangements and incorporated the casita next to the pool. One of the many benefits of working with Hagood is access to our pool design service. We’ll work with you to create the perfect backyard oasis that fits your home’s style and lot.

Returning inside, you’ll see an added sitting room complete with wet bar.

The primary bedroom is split from the other bedrooms and features an impressive en suite with zero entry and a tiled walk-in shower.

This single-story stunner makes aging in place a dream come true! You can view more photos and take a virtual tour here.

Hagood Homes Goes Above and Beyond

Homeowner Mary knew Sales Manager, Josh Adams, was a perfect fit for this project when they shared their Pinterest inspiration boards. In addition to the personalized service our sales managers offer, homeowners also have the benefit of working with our in-house design team. Our proven design process simpliﬁes the selection decisions and ensures cohesive and seamless style throughout your home. Learn more about our custom design services here.

Strategic planning and coordination went into making this home a reality. The Pacifico residence is situated on an extra wide lot to accommodate all the features our client desired. Our team even worked with Cape Fear Engineering to maximize golf course views.

Interested in your own Coastal Carolina Custom Built Home?

For more than 20 years, Hagood Homes has been building beautiful, quality homes in some of the area’s most coveted resort-style communities. If you’d like to learn more about our proven process and home building services, designing a custom home, or if you want to discuss modifying one of our existing plans, we’d love to connect! Please fill out the form below, and one of our sales managers will be in touch soon.

8 Things to Know About Hagood Designs: Interview with Ali Keene

Posted on May 18, 2022October 5, 2023 by hagood_homes_dev

We caught up with one of Hagood Home’s talented designers, Ali Keene, to discuss her experience, inspiration, and passions in the home design industry.

Q1. How did you get into the design industry? What is your education & experience background?

“I decided to get into design when I was majoring in Business at Eastern Carolina University. I quickly realized the corporate world was not for me, and I have always enjoyed design, so I headed home to Wilmington to get my Interior Design degree at Cape Fear Community College. I have worked in many areas of design, including website design, tradeshow design, interior design, staging, and retail!”

Q2. Where does your inspiration come from when designing?

“For my personal designs, my inspiration comes from the colors and textures of the outdoors. My home, at the moment, gives all the jungle vibes with teals, greens, palms, velvet, and animal prints! I realize this is not for everyone, so when I am designing with clients, I like to tap into what they want to feel when they enter a room. I rely heavily on colors that make people feel happy and calm!”

Q3. What do you love about your job?

“The best part about my job is that no homeowner is the same and that I get to see my designs come to life! Every home I help design is different, so it never gets boring.”

Q4. Is there one design or project you’re particularly proud of? What do you love about it?

“I am proud of all the homes I’ve helped design! I am particularly excited to see one home in RiverSea come to life, as we used lots of calming blues and greys with dramatic countertops to give the home an elegant feel.”

Q5. What draws you to the coastal Carolina area? Why is this a good place to call home?

“I’m a local! I was born and raised in Burgaw and moved to Wilmington when I was 10 years old. There are so many different parts of Wilmington – from the island beaches to downtown and the shopping districts – and they’re only about 15 minutes from one another.”

Q6. In your opinion, what makes Hagood’s homes unique?

“The attention to detail and execution by each member of the team. Every person you work with throughout the process is important and relies on one another to ensure the final product meets the client’s expectations and is on par with the Hagood Homes standards. Not to mention the stunning plans!”

Q7. What design trends are you excited about?

“Currently, I am very excited about bathroom designs! I love adding something unique to give the room a ‘designer’ feel. Whether that comes from a tile pattern, cabinet color, or countertop that elevates the space.”

Q8. What are you passionate about outside of work?

“Outside of work, I love hanging out with my friends, going to new restaurants, and traveling when I can!”

Interested in learning more about Hagood Home’s design process? Contact us by using the form below.

RIVERSEA PLANTATION NEIGHBORHOOD UPDATE SPRING 2022!

Posted on April 26, 2022July 19, 2022 by hagood_homes_dev

Offering 540 acres of wooded, luscious low country charm along the Lockwood Folly River, RiverSea Plantation has become home for nature enthusiasts, water sport aficionados and beachcombers– along all walks of life. Both RiverSea Plantation and Hagood Homes continue to have a record-breaking year for home sales and home building with unparalleled growth of more homes are under construction than ever before! With over 100 homes already existing in the community and 30 homesites selling within the gates of RiverSea Plantation in the first quarter, it will only be a matter of time before even more brand new homes are under construction! If you haven’t taken a drive though in a while, this spring is the perfect opportunity to take a look and see if this could be your next home sweet home.

‘Drive’ down the streets of RiverSea with Sales Manager Hannah Tew:

Ashbury Drive/Weston Lane

Ashbury Drive and Weston Lane are two streets within RiverSea Plantation located near the main entrance with very close proximity to the amenities. However, the numerous boardwalk trails throughout the neighborhood keep all the streets connected and you can walk, jog, bike or roller skate quickly to the clubhouse no matter where you live! View the clubhouse, here.

Breezewood Drive is nestled in the heart of the community, bringing the streets of Ashburton and Summerhaven together. It’s also within close proximity to the Lockwood Folly River boat launch, located on Grovewood Lane. With over 20 ponds scattered throughout RiverSea, two ponds are located on Breezewood drive. This means many opportunities for water view homesites!

Breezewood Drive

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Hagood Homes is Now a Preferred Builder with The Bluffs on the Cape Fear

Posted on April 22, 2022 by hagood_homes_dev

A beautiful nature reserve. Pristine beaches. A private beach club. And an easy drive to fabulous shopping and food destinations! The Bluffs on the Cape Fear River has everything a coastal Carolina neighborhood could offer – including custom, award-winning designed homes by Hagood Homes, the newest preferred builder at The Bluffs on the Cape Fear.

Where to start with this breath-taking natural haven…

The Location

The Bluffs on the Cape Fear, located just minutes away from downtown Wilmington, Leland Town Center, and Wrightsville Beach, is a gated, resort-inspired community of approximately 600-plus acres and 715 home sites. The community is centered around nature and water to satisfy any homeowner with a penchant for the outdoors.

Natural Surroundings

Nearly every home in The Bluffs on the Cape Fear offers a backyard with scenic water or nature views. The spacious riverfront homesites offer dockable frontage and deep water access. Enjoy fishing and crabbing right from the river and hang out at the two-acre Riverfront Park on the Cape Fear River, complete with boat and kayak launch sites, a picnic pavilion, grilling stations, fire pit, lawn games, and fishing.

Outdoor Amenities

Full of authentic outdoor and lifestyle amenities, residents can make every day their best day at The Bluffs. Enjoy eight miles of walking and biking trails that wind along natural woodlands. Anglers will love the fully stocked lake with a fishing pier and beach. Water enthusiasts can readily launch their kayaks, paddleboards, and boats.

Enjoy tennis and pickleball courts, a resort-style pool and pool house, and the new state-of-the-art fitness and wellness center for an active lifestyle.

Lake Front Club House

A gathering space for all, the Lake Front Club House offers outdoor grills and a community kitchen, perfect for outdoor get-togethers.

Private Beach Club

Your home at The Bluffs comes with ‘keys to the sea.’ Just a short drive to Oak Island, one of North Carolina’s most charming and beautiful beaches, The Bluffs offers homeowners a private beach club with private parking and direct beach access.

Our Newest Projects in The Bluffs

If you’re looking for your “happy place” home, The Bluffs is the perfect place to build it, and Hagood Homes is proud to be a preferred builder with The Bluffs.

We’re building two new construction homes in The Bluffs, including the Cape Lookout floorplan (our best-selling design!) at homesite 449, which will feature 2,485 square feet with four bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths. Check out the homesite location in the video below.

Also under construction, the Pointe Harbor floorplan on homesite 446 features 2,348 square feet with four bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths. Both homes have an anticipated completion date of early 2023. Watch the video below for more information on the location and price point.

If a lifestyle inspired by the water at The Bluffs on the Cape Fear is for you, let us be your builder. Our sales managers and design specialists are ready to assist! Our award-winning design team can help bring your vision to life in one of the most breath-taking natural havens in southeastern North Carolina.