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Kitchens, owner's suites, finishes and the choices that make a house yours.
August 8, 2026
Designing the Lanai: Where Florida Homes Actually Live
The lanai is where a Gulf Coast home actually lives. How sliders, sun exposure, and outdoor kitchens shape a Florida home — and the choices worth weighing.
July 2, 2026
Why Single-Story Living Wins in Florida
Why one level wins on the Gulf Coast — living that flows to the lanai, no stairs between you and the pool, and floor plans designed for the way Florida is actually lived.
July 8, 2020
How Sam Rodgers Homes Private Outdoor Spaces Help You Make the Most of Every Moment
This summer is unlike any other, but homes with private outdoor spaces give you your own beautiful oasis to enjoy with friends and family.
September 5, 2019
Top Custom Upgrades for Modern Luxury Flex Spaces
An office? A playroom? A den? From natural lighting to show-stopping trim, make your flex space flexible enough to grow with your family.
August 5, 2019
Top Custom Upgrades for Modern Home Exteriors
Get in front of the curb for your curb appeal! From elevations and roofing to backyard lanais, make your home's exterior as welcoming as the interior.
June 1, 2019
Top Custom Upgrades for Modern Luxury Master Suites
Your luxury master suite should be unmistakably yours. When you work with Sam Rodgers Homes, we want to create the sanctuary that reflects your personality.
May 1, 2019
Top Custom Upgrades for Modern Luxury Kitchens
Whether you are looking for a full chef's kitchen or a traditional gas stove, Sam Rodgers has the tools to give you the luxury kitchen of your dreams.
April 1, 2019
Top Custom Upgrades for Modern Luxury Living Rooms
With each year there comes new patterns, fixtures, and materials bringing styles to life. One space with the most cutting-edge features is the living room.
October 5, 2018
7 Tips to Create an Incredible Florida Outdoor Living Experience
Florida's fall is ideal for spending time outside — and the most fun (and affordable) activities are right in your backyard. Here are 7 key elements.
September 11, 2018
Renovating Your Kitchen? Here's 5 Things to Consider Before You Do
With the holidays around the corner, here are 5 things to know before upgrading your kitchen — from paying for design to keeping your budget on track.
June 29, 2018
Season of Fun: 3 Summer Outdoor Living Upgrades for Your Home
With Summer officially here, pool parties and weekend BBQs are popping up all around. Your summer is bound to get off to a hot start with these upgrades.
May 8, 2018
Home Automation: Bringing Cutting-Edge Tech to Classic Home Construction
Our homes pay homage to luxury homes of the past while offering the best of modern living and cutting-edge technology — including home automation.
November 17, 2017
Why Sam Chooses Moen Fixtures – And Why You Should Too
At Sam Rodgers, luxury and quality extend to the smallest details — which is why we recommend Moen when it comes to plumbing fixtures. Here's why.
September 22, 2017
Top of the Countertops: Quartz vs. Granite
Granite has been a Sam Rodgers staple for decades, but there's a new countertop in town. Here's why quartz is winning a place in our luxury homes.