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E-books are a convenient and smart way to store all your favorite books on one small device. However, those who value their hardbacks and paperbacks have the added luxury of displaying their collections creatively and making them a visually appealing part of your home. Bookshelves nowadays cater to modern sensibilities and oftentimes can be unique interior design statements!
If you’re thinking of freshening up not just your bookshelves, but your whole home, check out Lennar’s Copper Creek in Port St. Lucie. Copper Creeks offers wonderful single-family homes, with pre-construction prices starting from the Mid $200s. Every home has modern features and finishes, as well as the space and style that today’s families want!
Below are some creative bookcase ideas for your home, to store your collection of literary treasures.
Under the Stairs
If you don’t know what to do with the oddly shaped space under the stairs, one great option is to add in your own custom bookcase to fill this area. This creative solution stores your books while also bringing a unique decor item to your space.
Simply Stacked
Instead of spending on shelving, simply stack your books neatly against the wall. Placing the stacked pile next to your bedside can make for a creative bedside table.
Accent Floating Shelves
This minimalist shelving style can fill up blank spaces on your walls. Use multiple small sleek shelves or try a spine shelf for those slim wall spaces.
Open-Back Cube Shelving
These cubby-looking shelves can bring a different dimension to your space. Try an asymmetric style with an open back, fill it with books, plants, and vases to add intrigue and extra decor amongst your literary gems.
Under a Bench
A perfect built-in reading nook would only be complete with built-in book storage. Utilize your window-side reading bench by creating some unique shelving right underneath for convenience and style.
Frame a Door
Frame your door with floor-to-ceiling built-in shelving. This would be perfect for any office space or study to keep your books organized, while also creating a unique accent wall.
“Plant” a Book-tree
Book-tree shelving is perfect for any kid’s room or playroom. Geometric book-tree shelves add a lot of interest and have shelves low enough for the kiddos to reach their books. Throw some comfy pillows and floor cushions around and spend time cozying up with your kiddos and the family’s favorite literary treasures!
When looking to buy home decor, thrifting may not be top of mind but it can be the perfect solution for homeowners looking to get creative with their decor! Thrifting allows you to style on a budget, find classic and vintage pieces, and express your unique style!
If you’re on the hunt for more than just home decor, check out The Riviera by Lennar, a new home community! This delightful lakeside haven of spacious, modern, and well-equipped homes in Homestead, offers single-family homes and two distinctive townhome collections. What better way to show off your thrifty finds than in your brand-new home!
Below are some thrift store tips you should know when looking to shop for your home decor items.
Stay Focused
Walking into a thrift shop can be overwhelming at first. Make a list you can refer back to while you browse to keep in mind what you need to buy. It’ll make your life easier and keep you from being distracted and buy something you might not have a use for.
Location is Key
When looking for finer items, search the thrift stores in the more expensive parts of town. Many people donate locally, so you will likely find higher-end items in those areas. However, be aware of the pricing, as these nicer locations tend to be more expensive.
Know the Demographic
Thrift stores in retirement communities tend to house all of those real antique items donated by their elderly patrons. You can find all sorts of gems in these locations and know that each item has its own unique story.
Get to Know Your Location
Visit your local thrift store to get to know what days they receive items, have sales, and place out the new items. By knowing all of this, you can make a habit of going right when they open to have the first pick on all the items recently donated.
Shop Sales
Even thrift stores have sales, making this affordable option even more appealing! When visiting any shop, ask the employees when they have sales to know when to go back and stock up on items you need.
Time Your Visits
Spring cleaning and New Year’s are the two times of the year that thrift stores receive the most items. It’s important to be patient and keep trying throughout the year though, as you never know when you’ll find a hidden gem!
Home is where the heart is. It should also be where the resort-style pool, walking trails, playground and greenspaces are. Today’s homebuyers want more from a home than just a place for their hearts, they want amenities that will pamper them to their hearts’ content.
That’s why Lennar, already renowned for selecting perfect locations and settings for communities throughout the Metroplex, includes these and other community features.
As much as anything, community amenities create a sense of, well, community. Here are a few Lennar neighborhoods that boast outdoor features for families to play … and socialize.
New homes in Overland Grove feature the Brookstone, Classic, and Vista Collections, just steps away from places to get away from it all. Overland Grove’s amenities include a resort-style pool and clubhouse, a pond with a covered pavilion and fishing pier, a picnic area, playground, and, among the hottest additions to today’s communities, a walking trail.
Sure, dazzling downtown Dallas is just 23 miles from these new homes for sale in Forney, TX, whose family-friendly, old-fashioned flavor, is only a few miles from home, too. Still, nothing compares with coming home from work, staying home and playing at home.
The same is true at Preserve at Honey Creek, tucked in one of Dallas-Fort Worth’s most desirable small cities. The community’s sophisticated Brookstone, Classic and Cottage collections of new homes for sale in McKinney, TX, envelop such amenities as a clubhouse and resort-style swimming pool, a playground and, of course, a walking trail.
Another amenities-rich community, Bridgewater, with the Watermill and Classic collection of new homes for sale in Princeton, TX, boasts a full range of places to relax, play and meet the neighbors. The community’s largesse includes a resort-style pool and clubhouse, a fitness center and volleyball court, a playground, pond and park and a greenbelt and trail.
Here’s the best part: owning and maintaining your own pool can cost upwards of $5,000 a year, HomeAdvisor.com says. and that doesn’t include the enormous installation costs. Likewise, a backyard playground can set you back just as much as a pool, according to Fixr.com.
Lennar’s HOA fees don’t come anywhere close to those costs. After all, Everything’s Included®. That’s Lennar’s signature package of upgrades other homebuilders consider add-ons, passing those costs on to you. Lennar’s upgrades, such as those in the new homes here, include the likes of granite or quartz countertops in an island kitchen with built-in GE® stainless steel appliances.
At the same time, Lennar pays close attention to play spaces and greenspaces—to communities enriched with amenities that make every community a neighborhood.
To learn more about these amazing features that add so much value, and fun, to life, contact Lennar’s Dallas-Fort Worth Internet New Home Sales Coordinators at (866) 314-4477.
Lennar is down to its final homes at Entrada Del Rio, a sophisticated community of new single-family homes for sale in Sahuarita and at the amenity-rich Rancho Sahuarita masterplan community. With limited single and two-story designs available, interested buyers are encouraged to schedule an appointment to stop by the community, tour the two stunning model homes and secure their dream home before it’s too late.
“Set within a renowned school district and offering incredible family-friendly amenities like a clubhouse, multiple pools, parks and trails, Entrada Del Rio offers a unique living experience that families of every lifestyle can appreciate,” said Tom Gansheimer, Division President for Lennar. “Don’t miss out on the opportunity to call this place home – schedule a tour today!”
Mesquite is a single-story home that offers approximately 1,834 square feet with four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a two-car garage. This plan showcases an open living area ideal for entertaining, gourmet kitchen with island, covered patio for outdoor living and an expansive owner’s suite with spa-inspired bathroom and oversized walk-in closet.
Desert Willow is a two-story plan that offers approximately 2,897 square feet with five bedrooms, three and one-half bathrooms and two-car garage. Showcasing Lennar’s popular Next Gen® – The Home Within A Home®, this plan provides an attached private suite with its own separate entrance, living area with kitchenette, bedroom and bathroom. It’s ideal for multigenerational living or use the suite as a flex space for a home office, learning are, etc. The main home offers an open living area, upscale kitchen with island and walk-in pantry, covered patio, four bedrooms (including the lavish owner’s suite) and a spacious loft.
Every new home comes with Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® program, where upgrades features are included as standard. Enjoy stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, home automation technology, high-quality cabinetry and much more. Plus, never experience a dead spot and stay connected with wifi designs that offer whole-home connectivity – all at no extra cost.
Make the move to Entrada Del Rio and start enjoying life at home. Discover the masterplan’s crown jewel, Club Rancho Sahuarita, a multipurpose recreation center boasting a state-of-the-art fitness center, Splash Park with multiple pools and more than 200 events and programs to keep residents active and entertained year-round. This setting will inspire you to get out and explore your surroundings with two large neighborhood parks, nine pocket parks and 17 miles of pedestrian trails and paths for walking and cycling. There’s also the Sahuarita Lake, a public and fishing-friendly lake that’s encircled by a 5-acre park with trails, green space and an open-air amphitheater.
Additionally, the Sahuarita Town Center features municipal buildings, an award-winning elementary school, public library and more, plus across the street is the Rancho Sahuarita Marketplace for everyday conveniences like restaurants, shops and services.
Entrada Del Rio is located at 956 W. Calle Sucre in Sahuarita. For more information, to view virtual tours of the models or to schedule a Self-Guided Tour, please visit lennar.com/Tucson or call 520-399-7923.
Lennar is excited to announce that the Coronet Series models at Fancher Creek, located off of Kings Canyon and Fowler Ave in Fresno, are now open for self-guided tours. These stunning model homes offer five single and two-story home designs including the popular Next Gen® – The Home Within A Home® floorplans. Model homes are open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. To tour the models on your own, schedule a self-guided tour online today! All you have to do is provide a few key pieces of information and Lennar will send you a unique code to access the models.
“We’re excited to have opened the model homes from our Coronet Series at Fancher Creek and invite home shoppers to schedule an appointment to stop by and envision their life in a new Lennar home,” said Susan Wilke, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Lennar Central Valley. “With five home designs to choose from, including a Next Gen® – The Home Within A Home® plan, families of every type will be able to find their dream home in Fresno.”
The Coronet Series offers five single and two-story home designs ranging from approximately 1,787 to 3,240 square feet with three to five bathrooms, two to three and one-half bathrooms and two-bay garages. Homes showcase large and open living areas ideal for entertaining, stunning kitchens with islands, expansive owner’s suites and flexible bonus spaces on select plans. Click here to see the Coronet Series features.
The Rhapsody floorplan is a Next Gen® design. This plan offers 3,128 square feet of living space with a main home and attached private suite. The Next Gen® suite offers its own separate entrance, living area with kitchenette, bedroom and bathroom. The suite is flexible: use it for multigenerational living or transform the space into anything your lifestyle needs, like a home office, learning area for the kids, home gym, hobby/rec room and more. The possibilities are endless! Click here to view the Rhapsody virtually.
Each home will come complete with Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® program, which outfits each new residence with a series of upgrades as standard. Features like stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, integrated home automation and more will come included at no extra cost. Homes will also include the latest wifi technology to deliver faster speeds, higher performance and better support for simultaneously connected devices throughout your home.
In addition, Lennar offers a second series at Fancher Creek – the California Series. This collection presents five single-story new home designs ranging from approximately 1,580 to 2,171 square feet with three to four bedrooms, two to three bathrooms and two-bay garages. The Sugar Pine floorplan also showcases Lennar’s unique Next Gen®design.
For more information on these new homes for sale in Fresno, visit www.lennar.com/fresno or text or call us at 559-554-1147 or email today.
About Lennar Corporation
Lennar Corporation, founded in 1954, is one of the nation’s leading builders of quality homes for all generations. Lennar builds affordable, move-up and active adult homes primarily under the Lennar brand name. Lennar’s Financial Services segment provides mortgage financing, title and closing services primarily for buyers of Lennar’s homes and, through LMF Commercial, originates mortgage loans secured primarily by commercial real estate properties throughout the United States. Lennar’s Multifamily segment is a nationwide developer of high-quality multifamily rental properties. LENX drives Lennar’s technology, innovation and strategic investments. For more information about Lennar, please visit www.lennar.com.
The wait is over – Lennar’s Weser Creek at Heybourne Meadows is now open for sales. This new community offers a modern collection of single-family homes in the charming town of Minden, with four single-story new home designs to choose from that showcase the ultimate in contemporary design, three to four bedrooms and a high level of Everything’s Included®features that come at no extra cost. CLICK HERE to register for the interest list and stay up to date on these new home opportunities.
“We’re excited to open sales and introduce new home opportunities in the town of Minden located just a few miles south of Carson City and east of Lake Tahoe,” said Dustin Barker, Division President for Lennar Reno. “Act now and take advantage of this great opportunity to put down roots in a family-friendly community surrounded by nature and recreation.”
Explore four single-story new home designs, ranging from approximately 1,621 to 2,175 square feet with three to four bedrooms, two to two and one-half bathrooms and two-bay garages. Plans showcase open living areas that are ideal for entertaining, stunning kitchens with center islands, outdoor living spaces, sophisticated owner’s suites with spa-inspired bathrooms and flexible bonus rooms on select plans.
Each home will come complete with Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® program, which outfits each new residence with a series of upgrades as standard. Features like stainless steel appliances, granite or quartz countertops, integrated home automation and more will come included at no extra cost.
Although once a small town, Minden has transformed itself over the last few decades. Today, major attractions in Minden include the Bently Heritage Estate Distillery, Carson Valley Inn Casino, Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park and more, plus Lake Tahoe is nearby with an abundance of recreational opportunities.
For more information, visit www.Lennar.com/Reno.
About Lennar
Lennar Corporation, founded in 1954, is one of the nation’s leading builders of quality homes for all generations. Lennar builds affordable, move-up and active adult homes primarily under the Lennar brand name. Lennar’s Financial Services segment provides mortgage financing, title and closing services primarily for buyers of Lennar’s homes and, through LMF Commercial, originates mortgage loans secured primarily by commercial real estate properties throughout the United States. Lennar’s Multifamily segment is a nationwide developer of high-quality multifamily rental properties. LenX drives Lennar’s technology, innovation and strategic investments. For more information about Lennar, please visit www.lennar.com.
