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Our Favorite Design Features for Holiday Entertaining

Tis the season for holiday entertaining. Do you love to host family and friends? At Pratt Home Builders, we have options that are perfect for cooking, gathering, gaming, and relaxing at home.

Open Kitchen

It is said that the kitchen is the heart of the home and for good reason. They’re an inherently natural place to gather, but depending on your layout, that may or may not be ideal. Spacious open-concept kitchens that feature an island and a breakfast nook or dining area are a popular choice for many homebuyers. With all the room to cook and move around, it’s easy to understand why the combo has become so in-demand.

Powder Room

Let’s face it: Restroom accommodations can make a huge difference to guests’ comfort. When hosting a gathering, it’s important to have a conveniently located restroom that’s accessible. A first-floor half bath ensures your visitors can pop in to use the restroom, wash their hands or check the mirror if needed, without having to go through anyone’s personal space.

Sunroom

Maybe you’re popular with friends or have a large family and need multiple spaces that offer some separation but still foster a feeling of togetherness. Options such as this sunroom (in this case, right off the owners kitchen and living area) offer additional square footage and can be multipurpose. Explore our interactive home plans to see more options like this.

Open Layout

The Riverbirch home plan featured below is one example of a plan that has both an open, eat-in kitchen with a breakfast nook and an open dining room. While we also have plans with separate dining room options, around the holidays, open dining spaces are very conducive to sitting down large dishes and getting around the table to give out hugs.

Second Living Area

After the tryptophan kicks in and watching football games or Christmas movies commences, having multiple living spaces can be nice to offer ways to enjoy time together. The possibilities are endless for how to utilize two living spaces.

Outdoor Amenities

A belly full of food and a house full of people may eventually foster the urge to get out for some exercise and fresh air. Many communities have sidewalks and onsite amenities that make it easy to keep the fun going in a way that’s positive and accommodating to a variety of ages and personalities.

If you’re ready to learn more about any of these features, get in touch at prattliving.com or by callling 423-757-7687. We’d love the opportunity to help you love where you live, and how you live.

Our Favorite Design Features for Holiday Entertaininggmwebservices2025-07-31T16:43:59+00:00

Age in Place: Universal Design for Barrier-Free Living

At Pratt Home Builders, we talk with hundreds of prospective home buyers per month and a growing trend we see with home buyers of all ages is the desire to include design features that are conducive to “aging in place” in their new construction home. Regardless of what age you are, barrier-free living is very desirable and for good reason – after all, anyone can sprain an ankle or be in a position where a floor transition that was previously never thought about suddenly seems treacherous. Whether you want to ensure there are fewer tripping hazards for young children, you want to be proactive about whatever unknown the years ahead may bring, or you want to plan for open and easy-to-use spaces that feel inclusive to all your friends and family, we have options. With 43 home plans and options galore, at Pratt Home Builders we can make home plan edits that are universally user-friendly without sacrificing style. In fact, if you aren’t looking for them – you may not even notice these features.

Below we have outlined some of the helpful options we have available to make your lifestyle easier, whether you have an injury, illness, or simply an armload of groceries!

Home plans – Perhaps one of the easiest ways to be prepared for anything life may throw your way is to consider a one level home plan, or a two story with a master on main. We have both one and two story options available in all communities.

Wider doorways – In many cases, interior doors can be upgraded to 36″ which is the required clearance for ADA. Our large cased openings are nice and easy for wayfinding.

Walk-in showers – Walk-in showers are a popular choice, and these are available with no transition, along with shower benches. We also offer grab bars in multiple sizes and can install them horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.

Counter height adjustments – With most of our plans, we also provide ample clear floor space in the kitchen for maneuvering around the island. There are also a variety of handles and hardware available. Upgrades like the pot filler faucet below can aid in cooking ease.

Flooring – Our floor transitions are virtually seamless. Moving from hardwood to tile is completely smooth, which is easy on the eyes and the body.

If you are ready to start the conversation about buying or building a home that will meet your needs for many years to come, get in touch with us to learn more at prattliving.com or call 423-757-7687.

Age in Place: Universal Design for Barrier-Free Livinggmwebservices2025-07-31T16:45:15+00:00

Pratt Home Builders Fall Open House Weekend

We’re excited to kick off fall with an open house weekend at two of our communities! If you’re looking for a new home that’s move-in ready, look no further. These Market homes are designed by our in-house team and boast beautiful, modern finishes. Both of these homes happen to be our Lynden floor plan, which is a customer favorite, and with good reason. The Lynden offers a beautiful open concept kitchen and living room, a guest room and full bathroom on the main, a high impact entryway, and a second living area on the second floor.

Below, each community expert shares the special features about each of this weekend’s featured plans.

Our first featured home is in Boulder Pass at The Canyons in Falling Water, at 409 Stone Valley Lane.

The onsite agent, Chris, will be available this weekend to answer questions. Chris said “The Lynden home design is is situated on a larger cul-de-sac homesite with scenic views of Signal and Mowbry mountain. This traditional home is located in highly desirable Canyons neighborhood situated 15 minutes from downtown and 10 minutes from the heart of Hixson. The Lynden offers 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. Gorgeous quartz countertops and sleek grey and white tile backsplash highlight the kitchen which overlooks an airy great room featuring a wall of windows allowing a plethora of natural light. A bonus room, butlers pantry, garage storage nook and large drop zone also are popular features found in this home. Come see it Saturday or Sunday.”

The second home is convenient to downtown in the Ooltewah area, a little closer to Hamilton Place and between Chattanooga and Cleveland at 8217 River Birch Loop, Ooltewah.

The onsite expert Charlene, said “You have been looking at it online, dreaming about living in it and now you can! The stunning 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath Lynden model home at The Farm at Hampton Meadows is for sale! Don’t miss this great opportunity to see this one in person and make it your own. Our former model is rich with features including an oversized barnwood kitchen island, granite top butler’s pantry, tons of craftsman-style trim, coffered ceiling dining room, mudroom built-ins and sliding barn door, floor-to-ceiling stacked stone fireplace and built-in home office with finely-crafted cabinetry and butcher block wood tops. Let this home wow you at only $373,900.”

If you have any other questions about the Open House Weekend, get in touch online at prattliving.com or call 423-757-7687.

Pratt Home Builders Fall Open House Weekendgmwebservices2025-07-31T16:48:24+00:00

Best Chattanooga-Area Communities for Active Living

By Brittany Shaw Newman | Published by Pratt Home Builders

Chattanooga, Tennessee has been referred to as “The Boulder of the East” and is the only city to be named as “The Best Town Ever” by Outside Magazine. Our fair city has received recognition for its transformation from the one-time most polluted city in the country, to being recognized nationally and internationally for its Riverfront renovation, natural outdoor beauty, nation’s fastest internet and more by various well-regarded brands and respected publications. The Scenic City lives up to its reputation by offering beautiful natural environments for outdoor adventures for residents of all ages, skill levels and interests. As the Greater Chattanooga area attracts health enthusiasts from all over the globe, we are happy to not only enjoy these activities around town, but as one of the area’s placemakers, we are also excited to offer opportunities to live healthier and simply have more fun, right outside your own front door.

Pratt Home Builders President and Co-Founder, Win Pratt, said “Many buyers are considering their lifestyle when they evaluate the market now, so our goal is to offer the new construction home plans we are known for, along with innovative community features that give our homeowners the balance they’re looking for.”

Whether you want a great place to walk the dog, spend time with friends and family, host the cool birthday parties, or enjoy some friendly competition with the neighbors, Pratt Home Builders offers a variety of options for achieving a lifestyle you’ll look forward to coming home to enjoy for years to come. You might even find your gym membership collecting dust as fun activities in the great outdoors take center stage at communities like the ones featured below.

Seven Lakes

Do you enjoy a morning or evening run? Seven Lakes is perfect for a serene walk with the dog or reading a book with a cup of coffee to start your day on the benches by Willow Trees at one of the lakes. If you’re feeling ambitious, take a walk up Bear Claw for some solid cardio – and one of the most breathtaking views around.

Boulder Pass at The Canyons (Falling Water)

People move from all over the country to enjoy Chattanooga’s world-renowned climbing. Now, you don’t even have to leave home to practice your Picture-perfect views of Signal Mountain surround this serene neighborhood. Imagine the fun to be had at the pool and boulder playground, while your eyes can take a break from the screens of modern day society and instead rest easy – and take in 360 degrees of lush greenery and mature trees.

Creekside at Hampton Meadows (Ooltewah)

A new pool and splash pad are among the ways Creekside residents get to have fun and stay active. Whether you want to cool off under the cabana, or take a few turns on the pool curly slide, these amenities amid a rural setting are a great way to unwind after work or on weekends. A few weeks a year aren’t enough time for relaxation. At Creekside, friends and family can easily gather under the spacious cabana for weekend parties, reunions, or fun “just because”. Residents at The Farm at Hampton Meadows can also use the amenities at Creekside.

GreyHawk Trails Signal Mountain

A true mecca for outdoor lovers on Signal Mountain, which in and of itself is known for its abundance of natural wonders and outdoor activities, GreyHawk Trails offers a stunning lake, resort style pool, walking trails, a ball park, play area, and a catch-and-release pond and even more just outside your doorstep. Children and adults alike can enjoy the variety of fun to be had within walking distance of home.

Magnolia Farms

The best exercise is the kind that feels like fun, right? Enjoy the ball park, soccer field, our biggest pool ever, a swim up bar, and the gorgeous green spaces and nature preserve with your family, friends, children and pets. Enjoy over a 5K worth of sidewalks, sit at the nature preserve listening to the birds chirp, or round up some neighbors for a round of baseball, soccer or volleyball. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, the fun can continue at the patio with barbeque and fire pits. It’s safe to say this community is poised to foster health and happiness in many ways.

(The below photos is representative and reflects the style of the upcoming Magnolia Farms resort-style pool.)

Our team works hard to make sure when you get home at the end of the day, it’s an experience – and gives you the time to soak in the moments of life that matter most! Are you ready to love where you live, and love how you live? Get in touch with us anytime at prattliving.com or call 423-757-7687 and we’ll help you find the best match for your lifestyle goals.

Best Chattanooga-Area Communities for Active Livinggmwebservices2025-07-31T16:52:03+00:00

The Secret to Maximizing Your Open Concept Home Plan

Guest blog by Interior Design Coordinator, Lauren Miller | Published by Pratt Home Builders

One of the most common questions customers moving from an older home into a new construction home is, “Where do I put my furniture in an open concept plan?”

While an open concept floor plan may be ideal for entertaining, it can feel challenging to determine furniture placement. It may be tricky to define the space the way you’d like to, while still keeping the design of the home feeling natural. With open concept plans, it’s best to define which activates you’d like to accommodate in your given space, then furnish it accordingly. To really get in the mindset of a designer, you’ll need to keep your daily events in mind, too.

For example, let’s dissect a dining room or breakfast nook. Do you often need extra chairs for seating? If so, you may need to consider space for storing chairs or opt for a larger table with more seating to better fill up the room (but don’t lose your 36” of clearance for ease of flow!) Does your dining space provide any other function than being a place to eat? Maybe your children use that space for their homework area, or maybe that’s the first place you drop the mail? In a situation like so, it would be ideal to have a storage piece that can accommodate miscellaneous items. These types of studies will help you really dig into each space and decide what furniture pieces will be needed, first and foremost. Tip: always pay attention to the dimensions.

Once you’ve determined the activities for each of your “open” spaces and have selected some furniture pieces, it’s best to use natural focal points and your starting point in defining your spaces (i.e. fireplaces, large windows, or an accent wall). Rugs are also a great way to anchor your furniture without overdoing it. Lets say your dining room and living room are essentially one room – how do you provide a natural definition without overcrowding and squaring off your spaces? Start with placing your furniture focusing on your architectural features, then add an appropriate sized rug to anchor those pieces. Stools, ottomans, and accent chairs can also act as a divider without feeling heavy with too many sofas or tables.

Above all else, make sure your home is comfortable and suitable for your needs! All families are different, so don’t be afraid to tweak these tips to your requirements. Happy designing from Pratt Homes!

The Secret to Maximizing Your Open Concept Home Plangmwebservices2025-07-31T16:54:17+00:00

Getting to know us: What kinds of homes does Pratt build?

Published by Pratt Home Builders | Written by Brittany Shaw Newman

Potential customers are at all phases of the learning process about home building when they contact us. Many buyers start the process with questions about the timing of their new build, finishes, and design process. Are you curious as to whether Pratt Home Builders a good fit for you or someone you know? Here’s a quick rundown of what options we offer to anyone dreaming of building a new construction home in the Greater Chattanooga area.

Pratt Home Builders builds in communities. Many of these are communities that the Pratt team has designed and include special lifestyle amenities and unique features. For more information on communities we build in visit this link. We do not build outside of these areas, but will work with buyers to find the best option in terms of a buyer’s desires for their home plan, timeline, location and price point within our developments. We have nearly 50 home plans to choose from, and a different combination of home plans are offered at each community. Within each community, we offer two different types of homes: Market Homes and Pre-Sales.

One option for buyers is Pratt’s Market Homes. This means our team of design professionals including architects, engineers, and interior designers work together to determine a homesite, homeplan and even selects all the interior and exterior finishes. As the name suggests, Market Homes are built for the current market. Based on our research, current trends, and needs of the market, these homes are curated to accommodate sellers who may not have the time or desire to build from the ground up. The Pratt in-house design team selects all the elements, so buyers who prefer to leave design process to the professionals are often drawn to Market Homes.

They are also great for resale, since our in-house interior design team chooses the interior and exterior finishes. Our designers are trained in color, lighting, and space planning, so these homes reflect the latest finishes and trends. If you do choose to sell in the future, they will shine on the MLS due to the quality finishes like granite, hardwoods, tile and trim details you will find in most Market Homes. These homes are sold as designed, but there may be an opportunity for buyers who get in early in the process to select paint colors. Future Pratt Market Homes will also be going onto the MLS and Zillow when they are in framing.

Market homes sell at all stages of construction, so they can be a great solution for buyers who want a new construction home, but need something sooner rather than later. For example, a buyer may find a Market Home he or she could close on within a few months. Many Market Homes sell in the early stages of construction, so if you’re curious what we have coming up in our pipeline of Market Homes it’s best to get in touch with us directly at info@prattliving.com or by calling 423-757-7687.

The other option we have available at Pratt Home Builders is our Pre-Sale homes. Buyers can select their homesite and home plan within the community of their choice. Exploring our home plans and interactive home plans is a great way to see how you can “edit” our home plans. When you purchase a Pre-Sale, there are options available and opportunities to put more of a personal touch on the home plans we offer.

The best way to get started on a Pre-Sale home to is to call our office or get in touch with our Online Sales Counselor to learn what the best fit for your home plan goals would be. You can go over your desires for your layout and square footage, talk over your preferred locations and ideal price point, and we can make suggestions about what communities and home plans will be the most ideal fit. Then, we will set an appointment to visit the community in person. There, our onsite New Home Consultants for each respective community will help make sure the homesite and home plan work together.

Pre-Sale buyers receive to finish is approximately six months. Of course, there can always be variables due to weather, land development challenges, and other factors. Pre-Sales are a great option for buyers who like to have more choices, and are a way to spend your new home budget on the features and finishes that are most pertinent to your family since they allow for more opportunities to personalize.

We have Pre-Sales available at many of our current communities. We recently opened our brand new Magnolia Farms community, a new phase in Boulder Pass at The Canyons in Falling Water, and a new phase is open in Creekside at Hampton Meadows so these are all great options for buyers who want to be able to choose their homesite, home plan and finishes.

With questions about any community, get in touch with us online at prattliving.com or by calling 423-757-7687. You may also visit any of our communities any day except Tuesday and Wednesday, but we recommend calling ahead for an appointment.

Getting to know us: What kinds of homes does Pratt build?gmwebservices2025-07-31T16:57:02+00:00

Your Home Warranty and Pratt’s Peace of Mind Plan

Pratt Home Builders is celebrating 20 years in business and is rapidly approaching over 1,400 homes built in the Greater Chattanooga area. Throughout the last year, the Pratt team has been diligently focused on standing behind the multiple warranties that come with every Pratt home by making the follow-up process even more effective. We have added a full-time home warranty department and customer care technicians. Robin Warren is spearheading our Customer Care department and is sharing insight about the details of the fifth piece of the Pratt Process: the Pratt Peace of Mind Plan.

BN: Robin, tell us a little bit about yourself and what you do in terms of Customer Care.

RW: I am a full time in-office assistant to all of our customers and to these gentlemen who make up our warranty team. I will be our customers’ first contact when reaching out about any warrantable concerns. I help coordinate service orders for our technicians and gather data to help improve our department.

BN: I know all of us on the Pratt team as well as our homeowners are so glad to have you all! Can you tell us more who else is involved in this rapidly growing department?

RW: Our team members include Josh Gunter, Chad Gadberry, Brandon Whitworth and we are looking forward to a new specialist joining our team later this month!

Josh is a Chattanooga native who joined the team in December 2017 as one of our customer care technicians. Soon, he is starting his transition into our construction side as a Pratt builder. We’re going to miss him on our team, but are extremely happy for him as he pursues his building career. When he’s not working, he enjoys all things outdoors like hiking and kayaking.

Chad Gadberry is another one of our customer care technicians who started working for Pratt earlier this year. Outside of work, Chad enjoys cooking for friends and family, working on his home and spending time with his wife and children. We are very grateful to have Chad on our team. He’s very efficient, thorough and all of our customers love him.

Brandon Whitworth is our director of customer care. He is approaching his one-year anniversary with Pratt Home Builders. He loves to spend time outside of work with his wife, Tina and their three children: Brandon, Bailey and Cooper. They enjoy horseback riding, kayaking and camping. I (Robin) really enjoy working with Brandon. He is always on top of issues, willing to help anyone with all tasks and is diligently working to improve our customer care department.

We are also very excited about a new employee coming soon to join our team later this summer!

BN: Can you tell us more about what’s included (warranty-wise) when a buyer purchases a Pratt Home?

RW: Pratt homeowners get several types of warranties with their new home. The Pratt Peace of Mind Plan outlines these in depth, and each owner gets a copy of this plan for their reference. Here is an excerpt from The Plan highlighting each warranty type.

– Materials and workmanship for 1 year

– Certain major home systems for 2 years

– Defined structural defects for 10 years

In general, the Plan is a commitment that materials and workmanship are warranted for

one year from the time of closing. The heating, air conditioning, electrical and plumbing

systems are warranted for 2 years from closing. Defects in materials and workmanship

in the structural elements of the home are warranted for ten years from closing. Some

appliances, equipment and other components included in the home are not warranted

by Pratt, but are covered by separate warranties provided by the manufacturer or

supplier. These warranties are assigned to the Homeowner by Pratt at the time of

closing. In the event that a timely claim is made under one of these warranties without

response, Pratt will assist the Homeowner in attempting to resolve the problem with

the manufacturer or supplier.

BN: What are the main differences in the various warranties, respectively?

RW: There are many different elements of a new construction home, but I believe most buyers will be pleasantly surprised by the items covered. Check out the time and terms on the warranty coverage I’ve listed below (from the Peace of Mind Plan).

One Year Coverage – Pratt warrants the construction of the home will conform to the

tolerances for materials and workmanship, as defined in the Performance Standards, for

a period of one year after the closing date.

Two Year Coverage – Pratt warrants the workability of the plumbing, electrical,

heating, ventilating, air conditioning and other mechanical systems, as defined in the

Performance Standards, for a period of two years after the closing date.

Ten Year Coverage – Pratt warrants the construction of the home will conform to the

tolerances set forth below in the Performance Standards for Structural Elements for a

period of ten years after the closing date, subject to the limitations set forth below.

Structural Elements are footings, bearing walls, beams, girders, trusses, rafters, bearing

columns, lintels, posts and floor systems. A Structural Element will not be deemed

defective, and no action will be required, unless there is actual physical damage that

diminishes the ability of the Structural Element to perform its load-bearing function such

that the home is unsafe.

BN: Why is this warranty unique?

RW: Our warranty program is growing rapidly and we are making daily progress to benefit our customers and this is one important attribute that sets us apart from our competitors. The warranty itself stays with the home, not the homeowners. So, essentially if you purchased a “used” Pratt home and it’s still within our one year, two year or 10 year warranty period, then the new homeowner still gets to reap the benefits of our warranty program.

BN: If a customer has any type of issue, what’s the best way to get in touch with the team and how soon can they expect to have the issue resolved?

RW: During office hours, a call can be made to myself at 423-267-9917 ext 312 or an e-mail made to me at RobinWarren@PrattLiving.com. If an emergency arises, homeowners can call our office line at 423-267-9917 and press 9 when prompted for an emergency call.

We will always have someone on stand by for emergency issues such as no heating/air or water leaks. While emergency warranty situations are rare, prompt response is essential when they occur. Trouble shooting tips are provided to you but if your efforts fail to correct the problem, you can call us at (423)267-9917 or call the necessary trade contractor or utility company directly.

Your Home Warranty and Pratt’s Peace of Mind Plangmwebservices2025-07-31T17:28:05+00:00

Design Spotlight: Camellia Butterfield, Interior Designer

In this Pratt Home Builders Design Spotlight, we get to know of the newest additions to our in-house interior design team, Camellia Butterfield. She left Tuscaloosa, AL to join our team in Chattanooga, TN, which has proven to be a great fit since Chattanooga is such an incredible outdoor mecca and offers an abundance of opportunities for one of Camellia’s great loves: rock climbing! At work, Camellia does a great job with helping customers realize their personal style within our many home plans and design options. Read further to learn more about her Camellia’s nature-inspired design style, love for tacos, and – what everyone wants to know- how she came to have such a fantastic name.

BN: First of all, how did you come by your beautiful and unique name? And how often do people ask you this question?

CB: Originally born in the west – in Yorba Linda, California – I roamed the earth for nearly 24 years as Camellia Oleda Aslami. When I turned 7, my family moved to Alabama, which coincidentally has the Camellia as the state flower. My name changed in the fall of 2013, when I married into the most southern name I could have ever imagined for myself, Camellia Oleda Butterfield (and no, to answer everyone’s most asked question, I did not seek my husband out for his last name).

BN: What inspired you to become an interior designer?

CB: My passion for interior design hit me when I started attending the University of Alabama. Walking from one campus building to another, I was not only inspired by the aesthetic design differences between new construction and remodels, but I also developed a new appreciation for the good versus bad function within interior spaces.

BN: What specifically is your degree in, and what experience have you had so far?

CB: I received my Interior Design Bachelor’s degree in 2012 through the Human Environmental Sciences College at the University of Alabama. As a student, I interned as a Design Assistant for the UA Furnishings & Design Department, where I gained invaluable commercial project experience. Upon graduation, I accepted my first job with a design firm, Lampadas LLC, where I was able to change gears and manage high-end residential projects while gaining exposure to the small-business and furniture industry.

BN: How long have you been with the Pratt Home Builders team?

CB: I joined the Pratt Home Builders family at the beginning of January 2018, so I’m just shy of 5 months of being at the company, but everyone has been so welcoming that I feel like I’ve been here for years!

BN: What is your favorite part of the design process?

CB: At Pratt, my favorite part of the design process is getting to be creative with each buyer. Every house we build at Pratt, is specifically customized to meet the needs of our buyers, so that allows me to explore varies design problem solving solutions per house plan.

BN: What are some of your most memorable experiences with Pratt customers so far?

CB: One of my favorite moments at Pratt was working with one of our out-of-town buyers, who asked to bring their dog to their meetings (so they didn’t have to hassle with overnight boarding, etc.). As a fellow pet owner, I was more than happy to accommodate the additional four paws at our meeting, and by the end of our design sessions I wanted to take the little rascal home because he was so well behaved!

BN: What are three things you wish people knew about designing their new construction home?

CB:

The contract closing dates, assigned to each buyer’s home during the sales phase, is an estimated date. Home construction is a fluid process, and the schedule will inevitably vary with weather and site conditions, therefore the closing date will get revised during construction.
Pinterest is a great resource for interior design inspiration, however it can be very misleading for new home buyers going through new construction. There are several cases of installation that are pictured online that are not built per code, or set up buyers with high expectations that result in high-end, expensive custom methods.
The design process is always more than you expect it to be. There are so many details that go into each interior selection category, that also connect to other categories, to create a cohesive interior and exterior design concept. To make this process smoother, it is always helpful when buyers are aware of their personal taste when it comes to selecting material, function, aesthetic – this eliminates the guessing game for your designer, and helps speed the process up overall.

BN: What’s your favorite Pratt home plan?

CB: The Waterford is my favorite Pratt home plan because the first floor is great space for entertaining with the open concept, in addition to the function of a family-friendly layout for daily traffic with kids (and pets too).

BN: What is your favorite source of design inspiration?

CB: Nature is my overall design inspiration. You can source everything from material to patterns through nature’s elements. My personal design taste is derived from all things natural. I love having exposed wood throughout my interiors, mixed with organic tile textures, patterns, metal accents, topped with hints of greenery for simple accessories. I believe great interior design is accomplished with strategic window placement and layout, to frame in nature as much as possible, thus becoming a focal point – or art.

BN: What do you like to do in your spare time?

CB: If it’s weekday after 5:00 p.m. or the weekend, you will most likely find me nearby rocks or tacos. My husband and I love being outdoors every chance we get, which typically involves rock climbing (indoors at the gym on rainy days). If you’ve ever rock climbed, then you know what follows – hunger; therefore, tacos are my first choice of food after a good climb.

Design Spotlight: Camellia Butterfield, Interior Designergmwebservices2025-07-31T17:28:19+00:00

Buying a Resale isn’t Your Only Option: 7 Reasons to Buy New

It’s no secret that the greater Chattanooga real estate market is booming. When starting the search for a new home, many buyers seek out a Realtor and begin the quest by perusing the MLS. The retail and resale market is very competitive, so often buyers end up in multiple offer situations, which can be stressful and disappointing since so much effort is required just to find a home you feel comfortable making an offer on. Often, by the time the process of multiple searches and offers is complete, many buyers could have built a new home with more of what they really want in a similar timeline. Here are a few reasons to consider buying a new construction home.

New and in style

Of course, the most obvious reason to build is that new construction is move-in-ready! Everything is exactly how you want it – no need for renovations or remodeling. Pratt’s in-house design team creates each market home and consults with buyers on to-be-built homes, so each new construction home boasts modern trends, inherently more energy efficient features like Hardie siding and better-insulated windows, plus stylish granite, hardwood, tile, and fixtures. Every new Pratt-built home also comes with a warranty so you can sleep easier knowing we’ve got you covered.

More options

With nearly 50 home plans, 19 communities, and multiple new communities opening every year! Our communities offer a variety of amenities and atmospheres! From resort-style pools to splash pads, catch and release fishing, ballparks, soccer fields, green spaces, clubhouses, cabanas and so much more, we have a community to match every lifestyle.

Less competition

Because we sell at every stage of construction, it’s fairly uncommon for homes to reach completion without being sold. This means many homes may not ever make it to the MLS and a Realtor representative may or may not know about available homes.

The same financing

There’s a common assumption that to build a new home means obtaining a new construction home loan. You’ll be pleasantly surprised to learn this is a myth! You can actually use whatever lending product you would use on a resale home. We handle the construction, so by the time you purchase you’ll own a completed home. We accept cash, convention, FHA, VA, and THDA/USDA where it’s applicable. A deposit is required for a to-be-built (that means you choose the site and plan) and earnest money is required for our market homes (just like for regular transactions).

More ways to personalize

When you build your own home, you can invest where it matters most to you. Maybe that means more square footage, a special homesite, or certain structural changes or finishes. Most of our home plans come with over 20 options, so buyers who want to build can match their home to their lifestyle needs. Maybe that means choosing a screened porch, trey ceiling, or bonus room. There are not only structural options to choose from but also an incredible variety of interior and exterior finishes. Each Pratt home reflects the unique style of the owners.

Built-in equity

In this dynamic real estate market, time is money. When you go under contract, your home plan, site, location and modern finishes are locked in at current market rates, so if the market skyrockets during what is typically a six to eight month build time, that potentially means your home is worth more when you close than when you went under contract, so you could have equity on day one.

The best match

Our in-house real estate matchmaker can determine the best fit for each buyer’s timeline, price point, location and home plan goals. We encourage buyers or their buyer’s agent to get in touch with us directly by booking online or calling 423-757-7687 to learn what inventory is available.

Buying a Resale isn’t Your Only Option: 7 Reasons to Buy Newgmwebservices2025-07-31T17:28:30+00:00

Testimonial: The Hawkins Family

Home is where life happens.

It’s the backdrop for so many of life’s most important memories. All of us at Pratt Home Builders love helping people make their dream home a reality. “Teamwork makes the dream work” is one of our favorite mantras. We’re dedicated to finding the best balance of location, price point, style and timing for your goals.

The Hawkins family recently contacted us online from where they were based with the military in Hawaii and after numerous phone calls and emails, now they’re well on their way to building a home where they can enjoy life for many years to come!

They began with a call to Brittany, our Online Sales and Digital Marketing Coordinator. After several late-night calls (they began the process from Hawaii!) discussing the goals related to their timeline, price point, and home plan desires, they narrowed down their favorite styles and selected a community. With the guidance of New Home Consultant, Charlene, and several more calls, e-emails and the assistance of online tools, the Hawkins family selected the home they could see their family making memories in. Then, they worked with the help of a relative and Pratt’s Director of Design, Sharon, to choose the exteriors and interiors of their new construction home — all site unseen. They even had part of their design sessions via FaceTime! Isn’t it amazing what we can accomplish between technology and teamwork?

Check out what they had to say about their experience working with Pratt Home Builders as first time buyers purchasing remotely!

“Pratt’s team has gone above and beyond our expectation so far. As an active duty United States Sailor and family we appreciate the amount of support they have given us based on our circumstances. Their effort really shows they care about our service members.” -LT Steve Hawkins, USS John Paul Jones

Pratt Home Builders is always proud to serve members of our military, and a significant number of our homeowners are Veterans. Whether you’re near or far, we have many tools to help you feel right at home during the home building process.

Testimonial: The Hawkins Familygmwebservices2025-07-31T17:07:19+00:00

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