Abuja Jet House

This home in Nigeria was partially designed in the shape of an airplane. It is located in Abuja and was created by a couple to display their love for traveling. The home features a kitchen and computer room in the plane part of the house.

Dallas Fort Worth Housing Market ranked among hottest Nationwide

The Dallas-Fort Worth area has the hottest housing market in the country, according to a new report by Realtor.com. Analysts rated the top markets in April based on demand for housing and how long it takes to sell a property. “Sellers are seeing listings move between 29 and 49 days, more quickly than in the rest of the country and at an accelerating pace”

“Meanwhile, these markets are especially attractive to buyers, as listings are viewed two to three times more often than the national average.” So far in 2015, median single-family home sales prices in North Texas are up about 9 percent from a year ago. And the number of homes sold in the area so far this year by Realtors is 4 percent higher than in 2014.

The increase came even as the supply of properties on the market in the state dropped to an all-time low, according to a new report by the Texas Association of Realtors.

America's most expensive home up for sale in Florida for $139M

This stunning property is ranked as America’s most expensive home and is up for sale in Florida for an eye-watering $139 million – for anyone who can afford it. The palatial 60,000 square feet home in Hillsboro Beach, Florida boasts incredible décor and is decked out in gold tones, marble pillars and crystal chandeliers.

It is officially the most expensive home publicly listed for sale in the United States, according to retail experts and is being listed by Coldwell Banker residential real estate. The house has an infinity pool with LED lighting, water slide, fire pit and swim-up bar set beneath a 12-foot cascading waterfall which also features a Jacuzzi on top of it.

 Designed for year-round enjoyment, an entertainer’s courtyard includes a summer kitchen, a pizza oven, an outdoor lounge and an entrance to an indoor spa and massage rooms.

For owners who have to park their yacht somewhere, Le Palais Royal has the perfect solution - a 492-foot dock capable of accommodating seafaring vessels up to 185 feet in length. Source: Dailymail

Penninsula Garden City, Epe, Lagos

qLand size is approximately 180 Acres of solid upland with little or no sand filling required

qLocated close to the new Lagos state international Airport

qLocated close to the new Lekki Free trade zone

qLocated close to the new Lagos Free trade zone

qLocated close to the new Lagos International Sea Port complex

qQuick access to other parts of Nigeria through Epe and Ijebu Ode to the Benin Shagamu Expressway and the Lagos Ibadan Expressways.

N1.5M per plot special intro. sale.

for more details: seawedge@gmail.com

Carlton Gate Estate, Lekki Lagos

Strategically located on Chevron drive, Carlton Gate Estate offers a pleasant and serene atmosphere complete with state of the art amenities including 24 hr security, independent water reservoir and treatment plant, children's play area, independently powered street lights and a host of others.
For more info; +1 817 538 2145, +234 805 805 6869. Email: seawedge@gmail.com

Andrea Achudume

Luxury Homes

Choosing the Right Tile for your Home

With thousands of colors and sizes to choose from, ceramic tile can help you create the perfect, one-of-a-kind designs that will serve each area in your home perfectly. However, what may be best for your kitchen might not work effectively for your bathroom.

Glazed Ceramic Tile vs. Porcelain Tile

Glazed ceramic tile is often used in bathrooms because it is water resistant and less expensive than other tile. Easy to install and repair, Glazed floor tiles make up more than half the tiles sold in the US. They're available in a seemingly endless variety, with glazes that vary from rough to smooth. The smoothest are slippery when wet, so choose rougher glazed tiles for bathroom floors. Look for a tile with a coefficient of friction (COF) rating of at least 0.60, dry and wet. One of the densest, most durable tiles on the market today, porcelain tile is fine for all floors, walls and counter tops. Created from compressed clay dust fired to extremely high temperatures, color goes all the way through and porcelain tile will not stain, scratch, burn or chip easily. Any chips and scratches that do occur can be buffed out- which will not happen with glazed tile. However, glazed porcelain tiles are often slippery and sometimes even when dry. Also, porcelain tile will generally cost $1 to $2 more per square foot than regular ceramic tile.

Bathrooms, Countertops & Walls

When choosing tile for your bathroom, take tile size into account before installation. Smaller tile will look gorgeous, but might become harder to clean as a result of using more grout. Larger tiles will work great in a larger bathroom and will help visually expand a medium sized bathroom. Make sure you choose a texture that will not be slippery when wet for your bathroom floor!  The least dense tiles are primarily created for decorating walls in dry areas. Glazed wall tiles offer the most color and style choices, but aren't recommended for floors and countertops. Countertops will require a tile that can handle moisture and a durable tile since the area is subject to wear and tear.

Color & Texture: Creating the Look You Want

In creating an amazing room, ceramic tile will allow you to control the color, texture and the pattern of the overall design. Hand carved wall tiles can help create a delicate visual whereas rough textured floor tiles will give a room an overall rustic feel.

Glazed tiles will offer the broadest color palette and will vary in texture from rough to highly polished. Although unglazed tile may not always be available in the brightest shades, solid-colored tiles can add a crisp or flat appearance. When creating a unique design, color variation on individual tiles and alternating patterns will give the finished installation added texture.