Coming Soon: 21st Century Building Expo and Conference
One stop shopping, that’s the kind of thing I love. Take me to a place where I can cross off every item on my to-do list and you’ve got me smiling ear to ear. Well, for any builder, remodeler, realtor, subcontractor or anyone else involved in the Carolina building industry, the 21st Century Building Expo and Conference is your one stop shop.
This exciting event takes place in Charlotte September 16-18. You can attend the Expo floor for free if you register before September 15. So there is no need to rush, but make sure you don’t forget to sign up! (Continued…)
Distinguished Honors Bestowed Upon President of the Raleigh Market of Standard Pacific Homes
Elliot Mann, Standard Pacific Homes of the Carolina’s Division President, was named The 2008 Distinguished Builder of the Year by the Homebuilders Association of Charlotte on Januuary 29, 2009. This mark of distinction is awarded based on volunteer work devoted to the association. Mann is a long time member of the Home Builders Association of Charlotte.
He has served on the Board of Directors for many of those years, including as the President of the Association in 2007. He also chairs the HomeAid Charlotte Board of Directors. HomeAid Charlotte is a charity started in 2007, which provides shelter for temporarily homeless people in Charlotte.
Recently, Mann was named President of the newly formed Carolinas Division of Standard Pacific taking on leadership of both the Charlotte and Raleigh markets. He has been with Standard Pacific Homes as the Division President of Charlotte for nearly six years, and has been in homebuilding for twenty-one.
To learn more about Standard Pacific and their communities around the Triangle please visit www.standardpacifichomes.com or call toll free 888-222-2412.
Lennox Townhomes at Brier Creek Offers Home Office Option
Standard Pacific Homes announces the completion of the first building for The Live-Work Collection Lennox at Brier Creek at , a unique option, perfect for the lifestyle of today’s modern family. The live-work townhome offers homeowners the opportunity to have a dedicated work space on the first level of their home that can be either a separate home office or low traffic business with its own entrance. This space is designed for businesses such as that of an attorney, insurance agent, psychologist or real estate broker. Homeowners enjoy the benefits and ease of living upstairs, saving both travel time and the expenses of a daily commute and/or the cost of rent for a multi-year contract for a personal business.
“The Lennox Live-Work townhome is a great option for singles, couples and families who want to save time and money commuting to and from work,” said Keith Wood, Standard Pacific Homes Division President. “With the cost of gas and the time it takes to drive to and from work, the opportunity to have a home office or limited-client business office is perfect for many homeowners. Plus, Lennox residents enjoy living in one of the most desirable and centrally located communities in the Triangle, Brier Creek. ”
The Brier Creek area offers numerous amenities including fantastic shopping, cultural activities, cafes and fine dining, entertainment venues, world-class healthcare, parks and Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Lennox is also close to all the excitement of downtown Raleigh and Durham. (Continued…)
Standard Pacific Launches Online Design Studio
Tis the Season to shop from the convenience of your home and avoid traffic at the malls! Raleigh home builder, Standard Pacific Homes takes this concept a step further allowing new and potential homebuyers to shop for home options from their new Online Design Studio.
Featuring both a Buyer Mode, for new homebuyers, as well as a Browse Mode for potential homebuyers, this exciting new online tool is an extension of the centrally located Design Galleria in Brier Creek, which houses hundreds of options in its 3,600 square foot retail center. The online studio is meant to provide a smooth experience in option selection for buyers while showing potential buyers all the possibilities for personalizing their Standard Pacific Home.
The Online Design Studio Buyer Mode allows buyers to logon from the comfort and convenience of their own homes and browse various categories with hundreds of options. This system shows more than just pictures of the options. It allows buyers to do their research by viewing articles, manuals and price comparisons with other products, all in one place. Leslie Murr, Standard Pacific’s Design Galleria Manager states, “The Online Design Studio allows our buyers to customize their new home at their convenience. They now have (Continued…)
2009 Guildmaster Awards Call for Entries Now Open
For the first time in the history of the Guildmaster Awards, non-members are free to apply. This opens the gate for all home builders and real estate companies throughout the entire nation that want to receive recognition for their exceptional customer service. These prestigious awards represent unparalleled customer satisfaction for home builders, remodelers, specialty contractors and developers. By being a Guildmaster, you show homebuyers that you are someone they can trust with their home. In the home buying industry, being able to trust builder or remodeler is crucial for success in the industry. To be in the running for this exquisite honor, visit www.guildquality.com/guildmaster/. The deadline to enter the Guildmaster Awards is Dec. 15, 2008. The entry fee is $250 and should be submitted along with the online application. If you have questions about the Guildmaster Awards, please contact GuildQuality at 888-355-9223.
Lennox at Brier Creek Offers Incentives on Move-In Ready Homes
Receive up to $15,000 Incentive PLUS $5,000 in Closing Costs on Select Quick Move-In Homes!*
Or if you want to choose your floor plan and build your own, receive $10,000 in Design Galleria options plus $5,000 in closing costs on To-Be-Built Homes* View hundreds of options online and create a wish list for your dream home through Standard Pacific’s Online Design Center.
Buy a new home in Raleigh at sought-after Lennox at Brier Creek, a master-planned swim club community with four different townhome collections to choose from. Don’t miss this chance to live in Brier Creek.
Standard Pacific offers an award-winning Designer Collection of Brier Creek townhomes with four different plans ranging from 1,581 to 1,777 square feet, starting at $199,900. These two story homes feature one-car garages, loft areas per plan, 9-foot smooth ceilings on the first floor, dramatic archways and optional screened porches.
Amazing amenities include two pools, private parks, pool-side picnic areas, clubhouse with a gathering place, business center, recreation and fitness center. This community is conveniently located off of Brier Creek Parkway behind Wake Medical Center. Enjoy an easy stroll down sidewalks to local restaurants, (Continued…)
Pamela Owens Now at Townes at Keystone Crossing
Fonville Morisey & Barefoot is proud to announce the appointment of Pamela Owens as the on-site community sales associate for Morrisville new home community, The Townes at Keystone Crossing in Research Triangle Park.
Owens has been in the real estate industry most of this decade with a track record selling townhomes and single-family homes ranging from the $150s to $450s.
Featuring uniquely detailed two story townhomes starting in the high $160s, The Townes at Keystone Crossing is the Research Triangle Parks Hideaway and an exceptional community to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life without a long commute. Located just off Davis Drive, only minutes from everything in RTP, The Townes at Keystone Crossing is the ideal community for those seeking seclusion in the heart of the Park. It also features a beautiful community pool, perfect for socializing, relaxing and unwinding.
For more information townhomes in Research Triangle Park, please contact Pamela Owens at 919.474.3048 or visit www.TownesAtKeystoneCrossing.com.
More Raleigh New Home Options at Weston Place
To help give home buyers even more options, McCar Homes has introduced two new collections of floorplans, the Renaissance and Signature Collections, at Weston Place, their premier townhome community located in the heart of Cary. The Renaissance and Signature Collections join the Georgetown Collection, giving homebuyers a total of nine floorplans to choose from. With such a wide variety to choose from, you are sure to find a new townhome in Cary that caters to all of your needs at Weston Place. Residents of Weston Place will enjoy close proximity to Research Triangle Park, I-40, dining, shopping, and entertainment venues. Upon completion, Weston Place will offer 156 new brick townhomes that range in size from 2,036 to 3,188 square feet. Homes at Weston Place are priced from the $240,000s.
The Renaissance Collection brings two new floorplans to Weston Place, the Hastings and the Ratcliffe. These plans offer approximately 2,264 to 2,273 square feet of living space and include three bedrooms with two and a half bathrooms. (Continued…)
Bluestone Cottages in Greenville
Rosewood Communities is happy to offer homeowners a unique patio home experience at their newest community in Greenville, Bluestone Cottages!
We are introducing a new lifestyle here at Bluestone Cottages: A lifestyle of neighborhood living without the hassles of mowing the lawn or worrying about the neighborhood deteriorating.
We realize that today’s news about the housing crunch makes people worried about investing in a new home, so we created this patio home neighborhood with the belief that even in a tough market, an inviting neighborhood with unique homes and lots of curb appeal is still in demand!
As you can see by the careful detailing of the craftsman style homes and the lush landscaping, we have tried, not just to make an attractive neighborhood, but to blow you away and make you willing to stand in line to belong to this community! (Continued…)
See McCar Model Homes in the Raleigh Parade of Homes
McCar Homes is pleased to announce that two of their fully decorated model homes will be featured in the 43rd Annual Raleigh Parade of Homes. The Parade includes the Fairfax model at Ashton Hall and the Inverness model at The Overlook at Holly Glen. Both homes showcase standard features and upgrades found throughout every McCar Homes community. Homes featured in the Parade of Homes will be open from noon to 5:00 p.m. on the following dates: Oct. 4-5, Oct. 10-12, and Oct. 17-19, 2008. Starting Oct. 1, parade books will be available at the offices of the Home Builders Association of Raleigh at 6510 Chapel Hill Road in Raleigh.
The Fairfax model at Ashton Hall includes four bedrooms and three and one half bathrooms. A finished basement adds 900 square feet of finished living space to the 3,226 square feet of space offered in the Fairfax model home. Additional upgrades featured in the model include hardwood floors throughout the first floor, granite countertops, tile in every bathroom, stainless steel appliances, an intercom system, an oversized kitchen island and much more. The Fairfax plan itself is open with lots of room to entertain. (Continued…)
