As the year wraps up, it is a wonderful time to think about where your next chapter begins. Airlie Homes is delighted to share four move-in-ready and soon-to-be-completed homes that each offer something special, from welcoming coastal settings to thoughtfully designed spaces made for everyday living. If you are [...]

Building a custom coastal home in Southeastern North Carolina begins long before the first shovel hits the ground. It starts with the land itself. Securing and preparing your lot is the foundational stage where future costs, timelines, and the very structure of your home are determined. For a custom [...]

Quartz countertops are one of the most popular choices in today’s kitchens because they’re durable, low-maintenance, and beautifully consistent. They hold up well to everyday use, but like any surface in your home, a little routine care goes a long way in keeping them looking their best. Here’s a simple, [...]

When people think about coastal home design, they often picture anchors, rope décor, navy stripes, and seashells, but that’s not the only way to bring the coast into your home. In fact, true coastal design isn’t about a theme. It’s about how a home feels. [...]

When people hear “move-in ready,” they often picture a home that’s completely finished, furnished, and waiting with a welcome mat out front. But in the context of new construction, the term can mean different things depending on the builder, the stage of the build, and [...]

If you’ve seen a room painted top to bottom in the same bold color and thought “wow, that works”, you’ve seen color drenching in action. It’s a design technique that’s becoming more popular with homeowners who want spaces that feel elevated, intentional, and immersive. But [...]

Wilmington is a city that shines year-round but fall has a way of making life here feel especially memorable. The season brings cooler weather, lively community events, and a natural beauty that makes the coast feel even more inviting. For anyone thinking about building a home in Wilmington, fall [...]

When someone steps into a home for the first time, their eyes go straight to certain details. It might not be the things you expect, but those first impressions shape how welcoming and comfortable a home feels. At Airlie Homes, we think about those moments from the very start, [...]

At Airlie Homes, every home begins with the people who dream it and the team who brings it to life. Founders Mike Santilli and Tyler Gunn lead with a philosophy that building should never feel overwhelming. Instead, it should be a rewarding experience shaped by trust, collaboration, and craftsmanship. [...]

When you’re building a new home, the floor plan isn’t just one of the decisions you make, it’s the foundation for everything else that follows. A great floor plan sets the tone for how the home lives, feels, and functions day to day. But with so many options to [...]