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SAN DIEGO (NEWS 8) – NextGen living is a term describing housing for multiple generations of a family who reside inside one home. But how do people make it work to make sure everyone living in the house has the space they need?
A NextGen home can be considered a “home within a home” – as a typical floor plan may include a separate private suite within a house. Some could say the extra suite is just like a modern-day “granny flat” but with so many more amenities. The suite usually has it’s own living room, a kitchenette with a sink, a small fridge and a built-in microwave. Living spaces usually include a large bedroom, private bathroom and even its own washer and dryer. Some NextGen homes even have a second entrance to the private suite.
Bill Ostrem said his company, Lennar Homes, started building NextGen homes in 2011, because more and more parents were moving in with an adult child. In fact, more than 60 million Americans now live with two or more adult generations in the same home, according to a Pew Research Center study.
The market for NextGen homes continues to grow quickly in several different ways. According to Ostrem, NextGen home buyers may comprise of families with parents that need to move in with their adult children to help with costs or child-care. It may also be mature kids coming back from college with a need for a place to stay in the interim. Another example he pointed out could be a disabled child who needs assistance and may require having a private living area.
The main living area of a NextGen house can also be designed with the idea that more people will be using it than a typical home. For example, a home equipped with a kitchen table that seats eight or a family room that can comfortably handle a big group. Some are designed with several outdoor areas, so the family can hang out together, or have their own separate space.
Ostrem is in the process of building a new NextGen community called Sterling Heights at the Lakes in 4S Ranch.
The houses range from 5,100 square-feet up to 6,500 square-feet. Prices start around $1.9 million. Ads by Revcontent
On January 25, 2018, Lennar and Operation FINALLY HOME were beyond honored to present the keys of a brand new, mortgage-free Lennar home to U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 3 Matthew Uran and his wife, Jennifer. The Uran’s celebrated the day alongside approximately 100 well-wishers, including generous program contributors including the City of La Marque, Friendswood Development Company and the Greater Houston Builders Association.
Established in 2005, Operation FINALLY HOME provides custom-built, mortgage-free homes to America’s military heroes and the widows of the fallen. To date, the organization has completed or is planning to build more than 250 homes for heroes across 33 states.
The Uran’s new home is located in the Delaney Cove community, in La Marque, Texas, often referred to as “The Gateway to the Gulf.” Here, the Uran family can take advantage of all that the cities of La Marque, Houston and Galveston have to offer, including popular shopping and dining, the nearby Kemah Boardwalk and Johnson Space Center. As residents of Delaney Cove, they will have access to community parks, a volleyball court, picnic areas, walking paths and playgrounds. Inside their new home, they will enjoy a bright and open design thoughtfully created for comfortable, quality time with family and friends.
“During his 13 years in service, Matthew represented our country with bravery and honor,” said John Hammond, Division President of Lennar’s Houston Division. “It is our pleasure and our honor to thank him with this new home for his beautiful family.”
Matthew was honorably discharged from the Army in 2007 after incurring injuries during a team tactics practice. The incident left him with a fractured back and pelvis, and an ongoing Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), among other conditions. Matthew has been honored with the Army Commendation Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Korea Defense Service Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon and several other recognitions. We wish Matthew and Jennifer a wonderful future in their new home.
The Uran’s home dedication was a meaningful event for the community and was covered in the following publications:
Patch Clear Lake – Operation FINALLY HOME To Award New Home To Military Vet
The Post – Urans to be Finally Home in LA Marque on January 25
The Daily News – Residents write love notes to new military vet neighborh
To learn more about Operation FINALLY HOME, please visit their website at www.operationfinallyhome.org.
Arguably the world’s most respected institution on color systems, when Pantone announces its Color of the Year, it’s big news. The most-used color system around the world by designers of all trades, their selection for the 2019 Color of the Year is Living Coral. Described as “An animating and life-affirming coral hue with a golden undertone that energizes and enlivens with a softer edge,” it’s not a neutral tone. But trend followers know incorporating it in their home is a must.
But since the color drastically changes every year – last year was Ultra Violet and Greenery the year before – implementing it strategically is always a wise course. Not everyone can afford a new couch every year to make a bold and current design statement. So follow one of these tips to feel savvy all year long, without breaking the bank.
The best part about all these tips is that they don’t have to be expensive! Shopping online, at thrift stores, major store chains or home décor discount outlets will allow you to have fun decorating your new Lennar dream home. And by getting these pieces at low prices, you can trade them out as holidays, seasons and new trends surface.
New homes, apartment complexes, hotels, shopping centers, entertainment spaces, restaurants, and businesses are filling in Tampa’s landscape gaps and creating a lively and culturally rich metropolitan area.
It’s clear that this incredible city is no longer a secret. In fact, according to a Bloomberg report, 150 people move to Tampa every day. It comes as no surprise that people of all ages are flocking here. Tampa has warm weather, is close to award-winning beaches and offers mouth-watering food at trendy, authentic restaurants. There are beautiful walking trails like the Tampa Riverwalk and Bayshore Boulevard as well as a vibrant entertainment culture including, theaters, professional sports, concerts, and family-friendly events.
If you’re relocating to Tampa for a job, or are wanting to move from the suburbs to the vibrant city, Lennar has a few Tampa communities you’re sure to love:
BridgeHaven Townhomes in Citrus Park
Touchstone
Southport
There’s never been a better time to invest, take it from the savvy developers quickly scooping up real estate all over the city! Opportunity and your new home await here in Tampa, Florida. To view all Lennar homes available in Tampa Bay, visit our website and like us on Facebook.
The Lindera Preserve Community in Cane Bay Plantation witnessed a sweet Valentine’s Day treat with a special groundbreaking event for a new mortgage-free home for a wounded war veteran and his family.
“This is a dream come true,” said Matthew Weise, former U.S. Army sergeant first class. “It’s hard to believe a year ago I was just sitting in a swamp in Fayetteville.”
Led by a police escort to their new Witch Hazel Drive home, the Weise family was greeted along the street by cheering community members, waving American flags. With some Weise relatives present, most in attendance were local home builders and contractors connected to the project. They were strangers whose presence proved to Weise, wife Saray and their three children—Shadia, 16, Kaiser, 12, and Suri, 10—that they were surrounded by love.
When later addressing the crowd, Weise choked back tears as he reflected on his hardships.
“There was a point in my life where I didn’t think anybody cared,” Weise said. “Thank you for caring for my family’s life.”
The domestic deal was made possible through a partnership between Lennar Homes and Operation FINALLY HOME, a nonprofit organization that awards mortgage-free homes to American military heroes and widows of fallen service members.
“This is a welcoming place, and we’re just so honored to be a part of it, to be able…to help provide…this home of hope for you all,” said Rusty Carroll, executive director of Operation FINALLY HOME.
The organization partners with corporate sponsors, builder associations, builders, remodelers, developers, individual contributors, and volunteers. The Weise family is the 151st home recipient since the organization was established in 2005.
Pointing to the concrete foundation behind him, Jason Byham, Lennar’s division president, urged the Weises to soak in the moment’s meaning.
“That’s going to be a place where you guys are going to make some really awesome memories over the next years,” he said. “Take pictures; let that sear into your brain. That is a really, really strong foundation…both figuratively and physically. …Enjoy what this home is going to mean and the stability that it’s going to bring to your family; and every time you walk through that front door, I really hope that no matter how bad the day has been…don’t let any of it overwhelm you.”
For the last 15 years, Weise has been stationed at Ft. Bragg Army base in North Carolina and said he’s ready to move closer to his extended family—many of them long-time residents of Johns Island and James Island. His mother is also a Charleston native, and though Weise grew up in Georgia he said he was born in Florence, South Carolina.
“Their roots are in this area; we wanted to get them back to this area,” said Rusty Carroll, executive director of Operation FINALLY HOME. “God has a plan, in His time, that things come together, and this is (the Weises’) time.”
It was on New Year’s Eve, during a live episode of FOX and Friends, when the Weises first learned about their future, four-bedroom Summerville residence. The news proved shocking since the family thought their Big Apple visit was to meet with a builder—and while there, also appear on the national news network to discuss Weise’s war stories.
Though Weise said he’d remembered applying to the home program four years earlier, he never imagined he’d be selected.
“They tricked me to go up there,” he said with a laugh.
The decorated war hero is no stranger to front-line fighting, sustaining injuries during three of his six deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. According to Carroll, in one incident mortars struck a building where Weise was located, and in a second incident, his vehicle drove over an IED. Weise also stepped on an explosive device during one Middle Eastern mission.
“So half of the time he was (overseas), he was obviously in dangerous situations,” Carroll said.
While a “litany of…challenges” have “caused him to not necessarily be the person he was when he went in” to the Army,” the seasoned military man has shown unprecedented perseverance, Carroll said of Weise.
“I know personally he’s striving to be a better person when he’s gotten out,” Carroll said.
Weise’s close calls with death left him with a traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorder; but his survival left his family believing in a Higher Power’s protection.
“God was looking out for him,” said father Steve Weise, a U.S. Navy submarine vet. “Somehow, all that shrapnel went somewhere else.”
Looking for adventure, Weise said he signed up for Army right out of high school. It was just months before 9/11 happened. He explained the decision was better for him than the alternative—college.
“I didn’t really like sitting in a classroom,” Weise said.
And for his courageous feats, Weise was awarded two Purple Hearts and two Bronze Stars. But his most priceless achievements aren’t represented by medals.
“I think the three biggest awards he would want to be remembered for is that of son, husband and father,” Carroll said.
Weise’s patriotic sacrifice prompted many in Thursday’s crowd to personally thank him for his service, shake his hand and bond over their own past military experiences.
Though the Weise family has endured a rocky road the last several years, Byham encouraged them to look with excitement on their new, future Lowcountry chapter.
“I know that life hasn’t really been easy for you guys to this point,” he said. “But somebody once told me that ‘our lives are the sum of important moments’; and if that’s the case, I really hope that this moment is sealed in your memory forever, because there are a lot of people that love and support you guys, that don’t even know you; and I think that’s what makes America great.”
Cane Bay High, where the family’s oldest child will attend in the fall, also participated in the event. The choir performed the National Anthem, and the Air Force ROTC presented the colors.
Ventura, Calif. – February 2019 – It’s your last chance to call Solana Heights home with Barcelo being the last available community in this beautiful masterplan offering new single-family homes for sale. But don’t delay – Barcelo has released its final phase of new homes, so now’s the time to discover your dream home in a prime Ventura location just two miles from downtown.
“Besides the model homes, this is the final phase release at Barcelo, so interested home shoppers are encouraged to act fast because these homes are sure to go quickly,” said Ken Melvin, Division President for Lennar LA/Ventura. “Barcelo pairs modern new home designs with an unbeatable westside location in Ventura for an incredible lifestyle. You’ll love living near popular destinations including downtown, exciting recreation, beaches, parks and much more.”
New homes at Barcelo start from the low $700,000s with three distinct two-story floorplans to choose from ranging in size from approximately 2,603 to 2,971 square feet including three to four bedrooms and two to three bathrooms. New homes showcase open living areas for entertaining and connecting, expansive master suites complete with luxury bathrooms, relaxing California Rooms for outdoor living and flexible spaces per plan—plus, select homes boast partial ocean views.
At Solana Heights, timeless architecture meets casual luxury. This family-friendly setting offers a wide range of amenities for residents to enjoy including three parks: an entry park with picnic tables and barbecues, a gated dog park for your furry companions and a central park with play equipment, outdoor seating and inviting relaxation and gathering space. In addition, many of Ventura’s first-rate public and magnet schools are located nearby including E.P. Foster Elementary, De Anza Academy of Technology and the Arts and Ventura High School. For commuting, local freeways are nearby such as the US-101 and SR-33.
The home and lifestyle you’ve always imagined for your family is waiting at Barcelo, so make your move today! Stop by the Welcome Home Center located at 232 Chickasaw St. in Ventura and tour the models. For more information, visit www.lennar.com or call 805-665-6085.
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 insurance and closing services for both buyers of Lennar’s homes and others. Lennar’s Rialto segment is a vertically integrated asset management platform focused on investing throughout the commercial real estate capital structure. Lennar’s Multifamily segment is a nationwide developer of high-quality multifamily rental properties. Previous press releases and further information about Lennar may be obtained at the “Investor Relations” section of Lennar’s website, www.lennar.com.
Menifee, California – February 2019 – Lennar is excited to announce the highly-anticipated community The Townes, will Grand Open this Saturday, February 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Menifee Town Center masterplan. Home shoppers are invited to enjoy complimentary snacks, refreshments, fun activities and the first opportunity to tour the brand-new model homes.
“The Townes is a great opportunity for a variety of home shoppers, from first-time buyers to empty nesters,” said Tara Conklin, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Lennar Inland. “This collection of upscale condominiums all showcase modern floorplans with open-concept layouts that maximize interior space and Everything’s Included® features that come at no additional cost.”
The Townes presents four distinctive floorplans for home shoppers to choose from that range in size from approximately 1,330 to 1,575 square feet of living space. These new condominiums provide two to three bedrooms, two and one-half bathrooms and a two-bay garage.
Every home will showcase Lennar’s innovative Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Home Design. These homes incorporate wireless access points that are heat mapped out and then built-in to the home to provide whole-home connectivity.
Each residence also comes with Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® program, which provides added style and value as standard. Items such as, stainless steel appliances, solar and integrated home automation come in every home at no additional cost.
The Grand Opening will take place at the Welcome Home Center, located at 27300 Provincetown Way in Menifee. Eager home shoppers are encouraged to join the VIP list to stay updated on new information. Visit www.lennar.com/inlandempire or call (888)203-9186 for more details.
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 insurance and closing services for both buyers of Lennar’s homes and others. Lennar’s Rialto segment is a vertically integrated asset management platform focused on investing throughout the commercial real estate capital structure. Lennar’s Multifamily segment is a nationwide developer of high-quality multifamily rental properties. Previous press releases and further information about Lennar may be obtained at the “Investor Relations” section of Lennar’s website, www.lennar.com.
Lancaster, SC- Asour communities grow around Charlotte, we love seeing the joy of home ownership lead to neighborly initiatives that make a difference. Over the past year, there’s no better example than the Needle Crafters, a group of 30 homeowners in our Tree Tops community who have harnessed their sewing skills for the greater good.
Given the backdrop of the community’s amenity village center, the group unofficially started with just a few women who met regularly in the sewing cabin. As friendships formed, the Needle Crafters have gone on to make quilts for the homeless, hats and blankets for babies at the Levine Children’s Hospital and most recently 200 placemats to support HOPE (Helping Other People Effectively) in Lancaster, S.C. Now, the group is assisting Days For Girls, a nonprofit that provides DFG kits for menstrual health in Kenya.
“As the Needle Crafters and our Tree Tops Cares groups have demonstrated, active adults are a significant and positive part of any community, particularly for their outstanding volunteer service and philanthropy,” said Sheila Hendrickson, Lennar’s Lifestyle Director based in Tree Tops. “As we continue our commitment to this lifestyle, it’s amazing to see Tree Tops’ neighbors band together, making a worldwide impact.”
The story of the Needle Crafters was also recently featured on CN2 News and thanks in-part to Tree Tops, Lennar has recently been named the number one active adult builder in Charlotte.
About Tree Tops
Tree Tops is an active adult community, offering a return to nature for homeowners 55 or better. In addition to nearly 800 homesites, the gated community features resort-style amenities such as pickleball, hiking trails, a village center, pool, and a waterfront amphitheater for events and gatherings. The Welcome Home Center is located on 3040 Arches Bluff Circle in Lancaster, S.C. and for more information, visit www.lennar.com/treetops.
The City of Irvine offers an unrivaled living experience, thanks to its great location in the center of Orange County and near many of Southern California’s hottest destinations. No matter what your priorities are – education, shopping, entertainment or recreation – Irvine has it all. Here are just a few reasons why Irvine is one of the best cities to call home.
It’s a city where education comes first! The Irvine Unified School District (IUSD) consistently ranks among the finest educational systems in California and throughout the nation. In fact, in a recent report by Niche, a ranking and review site, IUSD ranked number one in Orange County in their 2018-19 Best Districts report, as well as one of the best in the state. The district offers a great selection of schools, ranging from grade school all the way to the university level with the University of California, Irvine (UCI). Irvine’s school district is a big reason why families choose to live here.
Located in Irvine is one of Southern California’s most renowned shopping destinations – the Irvine Spectrum Center. Boasting popular retail stores, delectable dining options, a movie theater, a giant ferris wheel offering a bird’s eye view of the city and much more, this incredible outdoor shopping center has something for everyone. There are also smaller town centers throughout the city such as the Woodbury Town Center and University Town Center for additional shopping opportunities.
If you’re looking for entertainment, there’s lots of venues to explore. The Bren Events Center at the UCI campus is a 6,000-seat indoor arena that hosts concerts, trade fairs and conventions when it’s not being used by the men’s basketball team. The FivePoint Amphitheatre is an impressive, 12,000-seat venue that hosts a variety of events and concerts throughout the year, so you can catch your favorite band when they come to town. The City of Irvine also hosts a great range of family-friendly events throughout the year at the Orange County Great Park.
Irvine is also known for its well-planned parks, greenbelts, open space and interconnected bike network for you to make the most out of the glorious California weather. There’s also the Turtle Rock Nature Center and The Irvine Ranch Conservancy that offers educational classes. Sports enthusiasts looking will love the Great Park Sports Complex boasting a brand-new Baseball & Softball Complex, as well as a playground, multiple sports courts, stadium and more.
And if all that isn’t not enough, Irvine offers close proximity to Orange County’s greatest attractions including Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, Disneyland and Knott’s Berry Farm. Everything you need for a fun-filled lifestyle is within reach when you call Irvine home. Plus, major counties like Los Angeles and San Diego are just a short drive away with even more possibilities.
Lennar makes finding your dream home in Irvine simple with 22 beautiful communities to choose from. Buyers at every stage of life can find a home that meets their lifestyle with a wide range of homes including urban flats, townhomes, detached condominiums, active adult and single-family and luxury homes. Elevate your living today and start your new home search here!
