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Village Builders has released a new collection of homes, the Icon Collection, in two of Lennar’s most popular North Houston communities, Woodtrace and Kingwood – Royal Brook. The new product series is designed for 40-foot wide homesites.
“This new collection is perfect for families looking for a high level of style and amenities, who want a smaller yard and less outdoor maintenance,” said Lennar Houston Division President Michael Reamer.
The Icon Collection by Village Builders features gorgeous interiors and elegant exteriors with exceptional attention to detail and beautiful amenities, such as a chef’s island kitchen, a spacious covered rear patio, an elegant formal dining room, a second floor dedicated game and media room, and a generous first floor master suite.
Lennar’s Next Gen® collection is available in the Woodtrace: Icon Collection. These homes are perfect for a variety of dual living situations and include a separate entrance, living space, kitchenette, bedroom, and full bath. Lennar designed these unique floor plans to be incorporated into the main home in a way that allows it to be a separate space, but also offers direct access to the main home.
In Woodtrace, eight Icon Collection floor plans are available, ranging from 2,111 to 3,008 square feet and offering from three to four bedrooms and 2.5 to 4.5 bathrooms. All have two-car garages and are priced from $309,990 to $381,990. The 2,462 square foot Rosecliff plan is open daily as a furnished model home in Woodtrace for touring. Pricing and plan information for the Icon Collection in Kingwood will be released soon.
“We are always looking for ways to tailor our product offerings to best suit our buyer’s needs and this collection definitely fills a demand we see in the market,” added Reamer.
Village Builders is a division of Lennar. One of America’s leading homebuilders and a Fortune 500 company, Lennar has had the privilege of helping over one million families move into the next stage of life with a new home. Founded in 1954, Lennar is headquartered in Miami, Florida and builds affordable, move-up and retirement homes in communities that cater to almost any lifestyle – such as urban, golf course, Active Adult or suburban communities. In Houston, Lennar has 93 active communities and is consistently ranked as one of Houston’s largest home building and residential land development companies. For more information, visit Lennar.com.
Summer is just around the corner and with rising temps, many of us will be lounging near the pool to quell the scorching heat. While fencing and a watchful eye are helpful in keeping your loved ones safe, here are a few tips to keep in mind to ensure a happy and responsible pool day.
Designate a pool “lifeguard”
With so many distractions at play, the pool can be a bit scary for a parent to navigate. Help alleviate possible drowning by placing an adult in the pool at all times. Always supervise your children and have an adult stay within range to guarantee quick assistance if a child begins to struggle in the water.
Keep emergency equipment nearby
You should have at least 2 fully equipped first aid kits close by and a pull hook for moments when someone or something is unable to be easily reached. Having a reliable phone on hand is also suggested if an emergency call needs to be placed.
Know CPR
Learning CPR is perhaps one of the most important things a person can do. By knowing this lifesaving skill, you gain the opportunity of providing critical aid to potential drowning victims. Community classes are often offered at no-cost so be sure to check out your local centers.
Don’t forget about your pets
Fencing your pool not only keeps your little ones safe, but it also provides extra security for your fur friends as well. If your pet likes to take a dip once in a while, it’s a good idea to invest in a threshold alarm that alerts you if your pool gate stays open for more than a few seconds. This is useful if your pet tends to stay in the backyard for a duration of time. Teaching your pet to use the appropriate enter/exist steps is another great tip as it guarantees their safety in going in and out of the water.
Take these tips into consideration and enjoy a hot and healthy summer!
Introducing Haven Heights, a collection of new homes in Camas by Lennar that is slated to debut this summer. Located roughly 20 minutes from downtown Vancouver and the popular Vancouver Mall, as well as near Hwy 14 and elementary, middle and high schools, this upcoming community will offer spacious and upscale new home designs in both single and two-story floorplans. Plus, Lennar’s popular Next Gen® – The Home Within A Home® floorplan will be featured which can accommodate a variety of needs. Join the interest list today to receive the latest information.
“We’re so excited to debut Haven Heights later this summer where families of every type, from growing to multigenerational families, will be able to find their personal retreat in the small town of Camas,” said Kelli Cunningham, Director of Sales for Lennar Portland. “Stay tuned to learn more about these high-end homes that feature a variety of Everything’s Included® features and great location near Portland and its thriving amenities.”
An intimate collection of just 19 homes, buyers will be able to choose from six single and two-story new home designs, ranging from approximately 2,507 to 3,422 square feet with four to five bedrooms, three to three and one-half bathrooms and two or three-car garages. Designed for today’s lifestyles, plans showcase expansive open living areas ideal for entertaining, spacious kitchens with walk-in pantries, lavish owner’s suites with spa-inspired bathrooms and more.
Select plans offer flexible spaces, including bonus rooms, lofts and dens, plus two of the six designs feature Lennar’s Next Gen® design, which provides a flexible private suite with its own separate entrance, living area with kitchenette, bedroom and bathroom. So, whether you need extra room for an office, learning space, hobby room or loved ones, you’ll find the perfect home for your distinctive lifestyle at Haven Heights.
Every new home will also feature Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® program, which provides desirable home upgrades and appointments at no extra cost. Enjoy luxury countertops, designer-selected cabinetry, home automation, wifi guarantee with no dead spots for working and streaming uninterrupted and in any room and much more – all included in the price of the home.
Haven Heights will be located at NW 18th Ave. in Camas, WA 98607. For more information or to join the interest list to receive the latest information, please visit www.LennarPortland.com.
The largest single contribution to City of Hope Orange County will establish Lennar Foundation Cancer Center to accelerate the vision of eradicating cancer and creating healthier communities.
World-renowned cancer research and treatment center City of Hope has received a $50 million gift from Lennar Foundation, the charitable arm of homebuilder Lennar Corporation. This transformational gift of hope is the largest single philanthropic contribution to City of Hope Orange County. It will expedite the health care organization’s bold plans to invest $1 billion to develop and operate a comprehensive cancer campus in Irvine, California, and establish an Orange County network of advanced cancer care and research that will speed groundbreaking treatments directly to a community with growing needs.
The future 190,000-square-foot Lennar Foundation Cancer Center at City of Hope Orange County will be located on 11 acres at Five Point’s Great Park in the heart of Irvine. It will bring best-in-class cancer care, pioneering research and lifesaving treatments to the county’s 3.2 million residents. Construction is already underway on the comprehensive cancer center, which will open in 2022. In addition, Orange County’s only hospital dedicated exclusively to treating and curing cancer will open at City of Hope Irvine in 2025.
City of Hope’s presence in Orange County offers local access to City of Hope’s National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center with world-renowned cancer physicians and researchers who are singularly focused on finding better treatments and cures. Lennar Foundation Cancer Center at City of Hope Orange County will bring to the region a host of distinguishing services, including:
As the country emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic, Lennar Foundation’s extraordinary contribution underscores the importance of investing in local health care resources and increasing access to leading-edge care. For Orange County, it is a reminder that cancer does not stop, and that City of Hope’s mission is more important than ever.
Lennar has a long history in Orange County of developing thriving communities, including helping form the vision for a world-class recreation and lifestyle destination. This gift is an extension of this longstanding commitment to improving lives in the regions Lennar helps shape. A portion of the gift to City of Hope is designated to support clinical translational research between City of Hope and the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center of the University of Miami, thus uniting two organizations supported by Lennar’s generosity who share similar goals in developing new treatments and cures for patients with cancer.
City of Hope and Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center serve two of the most diverse areas in the United States. Both organizations are committed to conducting high-impact research that addresses the cancer burden in their communities. This gift will enable collaborative, translational science that will drive innovation and catalyze timely and necessary progress towards health equity.
Lennar Foundation’s gift to City of Hope is a generous continuation of Lennar’s longstanding support of the comprehensive cancer center. Jon Jaffe, co-chief executive officer and co-president of Lennar Corporation, is a member of City of Hope’s Construction Industries Alliance Leadership Advisory Council, which raises funds for cancer treatment and research. In recognition of his contributions, Jaffe was awarded City of Hope’s highest honor — The Spirit of Life® Award in 2004.
City of Hope Newport Beach, the first phase of City of Hope Orange County’s expansion, opened in early 2020, providing Orange County residents first-time local access to world-renowned physicians backed by the powerful City of Hope network. City of Hope plans to open other clinical network locations across the region.
To read the full article, go to the OC Register or read the full press release.
Mark your calendars because Lennar’s Topping Corner opens Saturday, May 15th, which means interested buyers are encouraged to call to make an appointment to tour the community. Located in north Tigard, this new community offers a unique opportunity to own a new home close to Hwy 27, I-5 and a short drive from downtown Portland and major employers. Save the date and come explore a collection of single-family homes with modern design details and an array of Everything’s Included® features at no extra cost. Plus, a prime location adjacent to everyday conveniences and near well-regarded schools, amazing shopping at Washington Square Mall, popular outdoor recreation like the Tualatin River and more.
“We’re so excited to bring new home opportunities to the charming City of Tigard, which puts you near popular recreation, entertainment and the best that the Portland Metro area has to offer,” said Kelli Cunningham, Director of Sales for Lennar Portland. “Right across from the street from Topping Corner is Fred Myers for grocery shopping and this community is less than two miles away from an elementary, middle and high school making it ideal for families – plus Portland Community College is nearby!”
Topping Corner offers a couple of two-story new home designs:
– Murray offers approximately 1,690 square feet with three bedrooms, two and one-half bathrooms and a one-car garage..
– Miranda offers approximately 2,013 square feet with three bedrooms, two and one-half bathrooms and a one-car garage. Both plans start from the high $400s.
Both plans showcase: the first level showcases an open living area that brings together the Great Room, kitchen with large island and walk-in pantry and dining room plus extend outdoors to a covered patio, ideal for entertaining. The second level offers two spacious secondary bedrooms and an expansive owner’s suite complete with a spa-inspired bathroom and oversized walk-in closet.
Plus, Everything’s Included®, which means you get desirable and popular features in your dream home at no extra cost. Enjoy stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, home automation, wifi designs with no dead spots that allow you to work and stream from home uninterrupted and much more – all as standard.
For more information on these new homes in Tigard or to join the interest list for Topping Corner, please visit www.LennarPortland.com.
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.
