Our Bluffton community, Heritage at New Riverside, has just opened its newest phase. It features larger homesites we've ever offered in this community. We exclusively build our Heartland Collection with floor plans from the mid to high $200s. Conveniently located, Heritage at New Riverside is only 10 minutes from Old Town Bluffton, 20 minutes to Savannah, and less than 30 minutes away from Hilton Head and Parris Island / MCAS. It’s location places it in the Beaufort County School System and is less than 2 miles from Pritchardville Elementary. We're open for on-site tours and virtual appointments. Please contact Scott Kelly, our on-site agent, at skelly@lamarsmith.com or (843) 540-8129 . We'd be honored to be the new home builder you choose.

Every day we all strive to be efficient. At our jobs, with our personal relationships, through our hobbies and with our families, efficiency is key. What if we told you that your home was shockingly inefficient? At Lamar Smith Signature Homes, we can tell you with absolute certainty that energy efficiency is a top priority in the homes we build. In fact, our new homes have some of the best energy ratings on today’s market. According to the Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) and the U.S. Department of Energy, the average resale home on today’s marketplace scores a 130 , which is about double the average HERS score in a new Lamar Smith Signature Home. The lower the HERS rating, the lower your power bill.

Covington Pointe has opened it’s new phase! Located off of Highway 341, this beautiful community is located less than an hour from St. Simons and Jekyll Island. As the mainland city of the Golden Isles , you and your family will love living close to Georgia’s gorgeous coast in Brunswick.

There’s no need to postpone the search for a new home just because it’s winter. While you’re hibernating, you could be missing out on the home of your dreams. You probably start your new home search online, browsing real estate listings in the warmth of your cozy home. Once you have narrowed down your list of homes to see, follow these tips for house-hunting in the winter.

Are you thinking about updating your bathroom? The new year brings new design trends for every room in your home, from the colors to the fixtures to the style. Bathroom vanity design trends for 2018 can show you how to make a big difference here with the focal point of the room.

An open concept is a desirable floor plan for today’s homeowners. Having rooms without walls enhances the spaciousness, but it also presents a design challenge. With less definition provided by walls and doorways, how do you create your spaces within this open space?

The new year is here, and it’s bringing a new look in home color trends. Look for colors that boost your spirit with palettes of vibrant color that might remind you of opening that box of 128 crayons.

Our Covington Pointe community is designed for busy families who want a home that fits into their unique lifestyle. Featuring a wide selection of floor plans, this gorgeous community is located among top-ranked elementary and middle schools with a convenient sidewalk system connecting the community to each one!

Every year, about 210 home fires start with a Christmas tree, according to the National Fire Protection Agency . One-third of these fires results from an electrical problem, says the U.S. Fire Administration . That twinkling symbol of holiday joy could end up causing you tremendous loss, unless you follow steps to prevent a Christmas tree fire.