Contemporary


Definition of "Contemporary"

Howard Bladen
Howard Bladen Long & Foster Realtors

Innovative architectural designs for either single or multi level homes and other buildings incorporating innovative features, such as passive solar heating. Contemporary building plans are often developed using computer-aided design allowing great-individualized creativity.

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