Showing posts with label estate. Show all posts
Showing posts with label estate. Show all posts

Monday, August 30, 2010

Lennar to start construction of 48 estate homes priced from the $250s at Live Oak on Bruce B. Downs Blvd.

TAMPA - Lennar will start construction of 48 estate homes priced from the $250s at Live Oak, located on Bruce B. Downs Blvd. in New Tampa.

Mark Metheny, president of Lennar’s Central Florida Division, said estate homes at Live Oak will feature 70 and 80-foot home sites and new three, four and five-bedroom single-family homes that range in size from 2,400 square feet of living space to 4,100 square feet.
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For more information contact: Francine Miller, Director of Sales & Marketing Lennar-Tampa Region, 727-479-1747; Francine.Miller@Lennar.com; Mark Metheny, Lennar Division President-Central Florida, 727-479-1700

Friday, July 30, 2010

Lennar Southwest Reports Brisk Sales of Manor and Estate Homes priced from the $200s at Hampton Park in Gateway in Fort Myers

FORT MYERS - Lennar reports it has seen strong sales of Manor and Estate Homes since opening its Welcome Home Center at Hampton Park at Gateway, located three miles east of I-75 off S.R. 82 and Colonial Blvd. on Avalon Lake Circle in Fort Myers.

Matt Devereaux, director of sales for Lennar’s Southwest Florida Division, said new three, four and five-bedroom Manor and Estate Homes at Hampton Park at Gateway range from 2,272 square feet of living space to 3,800 square feet, priced from the low $200s.

Hampton Park at Gateway features its own Sports and Social Club, which includes a state-of-the-art fitness center, billiards room, and resort style swimming pool along with a large social room for parties and an outdoor pavilion with barbeque grills and fireplace.

Gateway Golf and Country Club features the Tom Fazio-designed 18 hole, par 72 championship golf course that ranks among Florida's best, a tennis facility with lighted Har-Tru clay and Deco Turf courts, and a magnificent clubhouse with golf and tennis pro shops, locker rooms, cards rooms, and The Griffin Room, which offers fine dining or alfresco service.

For more information, contact New Home Counselors Larry Cowell and Jerry Niesman at 239-689-1154 at the Lennar Welcome Home Center, 10219 Avalon Lake Circle, Fort Myers, FL 33813 or visit www.Lennar.com.
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For more information about this press release, contact: Matt Devereaux, Director of Sales, Lennar-Southwest Florida 239-278-1177; Larry Vershel or Beth Payan, Larry Vershel Communications 407-644-4142

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty Closes on Largest Home Sale in Brevard County

ORLANDO - Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty recently closed on the $2.5 million sale of a luxury home at 2740 N. Riverside Drive in Indialantic that ranks as the largest home sale in Brevard since 2008.

Roger Soderstrom, owner and founder of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty, said luxury home specialist Jack Jeffcoat negotiated the sale to an all cash buyer for nearly 93 percent of the asking price after only six months on the market.

The home, with 8,054 air-conditioned square feet situated on 1.35 acres, offers six bedrooms, six full baths, two half baths a 1,300 square foot entertainment room and over 11,000 square feet of space under roof.

The property boasts 101 feet of frontage along the inter coastal waterway, Jeffcoat said.

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For more information contact: Jack C. Jeffcoat, III, Coastal Lifestyle Group, Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty, 321-536-1461, jjeffcoat@stirlingsir.com; Roger Soderstrom, Founder/Owner Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty 407-581-7890

About Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty: Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty is affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty, the largest luxury real estate brand in the world. Stirling Sotheby’s exclusive services include luxury residential, new homes, commercial, property management, in addition to supporting builders, developers, lenders, and asset managers. The company operates three performance zones which serve all of Central Florida. Visit www.StirlingSIR.com

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

ICI Homes Earns First Place Award for Avilla Community in Kissimmee

ORLANDO - Avilla, the gated luxury home community ICI Homes is developing in Kissimmee off John Young Parkway and Osceola Parkway earned ICI Homes a First Place Award during the recent Metro Orlando Parade of Homes for Best Small Community of fewer than 100 home sites.

Charlie O’Sullivan, Central Florida division president of ICI Homes, said the California Contemporary design theme at Avilla caught the eye of Parade of Home judges and visitors alike.

“We are delighted with the award, and even more delighted at the number of visitors we entertained during the Parade,” O’Sullivan said.

ICI Homes is building 81 new luxury homes at Avilla that range in size from 2,500 square feet of living space to 3,500 square feet priced from the $300s.

For more information, contact: Lisa A. Egle, Marketing Manager ICI Homes-Daytona Beach, 386-236-4273; Aramis Rodriguez, Sales Executive, ICI Homes-Orlando 407-873-6316

About ICI Homes: ICI Homes is ranked by Builder magazine as one of the top 100 privately owned homebuilders in the nation. The 30-year-old firm builds new homes and resort facilities in the Volusia-Flagler region as well as in Jacksonville, Orlando, Melbourne and Tampa.

Lennar Starts Construction of Maintenance Free Town Homes in Ocoee, Oviedo

ORLANDO - Lennar has started construction on new maintenance-free town homes at the Townes of Westyn Bay in Ocoee and at the Townes of River Oaks in Oviedo.

Mark Metheny, president of Lennar’s Central Florida Division, said Lennar plans to build 42 town homes priced from the $140s at gated Westyn Bay, located near Lake Apopka on Fortanini Circle off Ocoee Crown Point Parkway.

The three-bedroom town homes will offer two-and-a-half baths and one-car garages, Metheny said. Three floor plans are available that range in size from 1,500 square feet of living space to 1,600 square feet.

Westyn Bay features a gated entrance, community swimming pool and cabana.

The first model town home is expected to be completed in August at Westyn Bay.

At the Townes of River Oaks, located on Evening Sky Drive off Oviedo Blvd. and E. Broadway Street in Oviedo, Metheny said Lennar plans to build 32 new town homes in three floor plans priced from the $190s.

Three-bedroom, two-and-a-half bath town homes at The Townes of River Oaks range in size from 2,882 square feet of living space to 2,243 square feet with two-car garages.

River Oaks features a gated entry, children’s playground, a community swimming pool with cabana and every new townhome backs up to conservation areas.

The first model town home at River Oaks is expected to be completed in July.

Visit www.Lennar.com.

For more information, contact: David Parker, Director of Sales & Marketing Lennar Central Florida-Orlando Region, or Jassy Friddle, Marketing Manager Lennar Central Florida-Orlando Region, 888-317-7489; Mark Metheny, Lennar Division President-Central Florida Division, 727-479-1700

Ashton Woods Homes Appoints Lisa Hower Sales Associate at the Landings in South Tampa

TAMPA - Ashton Woods Homes has appointed Lisa Hower a sales associate at The Landings, located off Interbay and Westshore Blvds. in south Tampa.

Mike Roche, vice president of sales and marketing at Ashton Woods Homes in the Tampa Bay region, said Hower has more than four years of experience in new home sales.

Ashton Woods Homes is building 35 three, four and five bedroom single-family homes priced from under $200,000 at The Landings.

Ashton Woods Homes is a subsidiary of the Great Gulf Group of companies, a North American real estate conglomerate headquartered in Toronto, and currently has communities under development in Houston, Dallas, Atlanta, Phoenix, Tampa, Denver and Orlando. Visit www.ashtonwoodshomes.com.

For more information, contact: Michael Roche, VP Sales & Marketing Ashton Woods Homes Tampa-Orlando 407-647-3700; John Reny, President, Ashton Woods Homes Tampa-Orlando 407-647-3700

Crossman & Company Named Exclusive Agent for Water Tower Place in Celebration, Fla.

ORLANDO – Crossman & Company, one of the largest third-party leasing and management firms in the Southeast, has been named the exclusive agent for Water Tower Place, the iconic town center located in Celebration, Fla. Crossman & Company will be responsible for all leasing and management of the property.

“This landmark property serves as the neighborhood center for Celebration, as well as providing services and shopping alternatives for the surrounding area,” said John Crossman.

The property is located at the intersection of US Hwy. 192 and Celebration Avenue, the main entrance to Celebration, which was developed by The Walt Disney Company in the 1990s. “Its visibility, access from US Hwy. 192 and proximity to local theme parks and attractions makes this an ideal location,” Crossman added.

The property contains over 124,000 square feet of retail space including restaurants, service providers, retailers, banks and a gym. Crossman stated that because of the property’s location, design, history and the current market, it is an ideal time to take a fresh look at the property to determine what re-tenanting, uses and other changes will be the most valuable for the property as well as the local community and shoppers.

For more information please contact: John Crossman, CCIM, President, Crossman & Company, 407-581-6218, jcrossman@crossmanco.com; Justin Greider, Senior Associate, Crossman & Company/ICSC Southern Division Next Generation Chair, 407-581-6225; jgreider@crossmanco.com; Molly Delahunty, Crossman & Company, 407-581-6220 mdelahunty@crossmanco.com

Monday, June 21, 2010

NAI Realvest Negotiates Three Office Leases in East Orlando and Maitland totaling 4,409sf

ORLANDO - NAI Realvest recently negotiated three lease agreements for office space in Maitland and east Orlando totaling 4,409 square feet.

Mary Frances West, CCIM and associate Faith Thompson, negotiated a three-year lease of 1,550 square feet at 531 Versaille Drive in Maitland on behalf of the new tenant Lipose Corporation. “This start-up company specializes in medical equipment for plastic surgeons,” West said. John J. Roper Company represented the landlord 531 Versailles, LLC.

West represented Ripley’s International LLC of Orlando, the landlord for La Vina Office at Lake Nona at 9161 Narcoossee Rd. in a lease agreement with Armel Golf Solutions, Inc., a local firm who leased suite B-210 with 1,584 square feet for two years.

West also negotiated a three-year renewal on behalf the tenant, Imagination Unlimited, Inc. of Orlando, who occupies 1,275 square feet in the Laurel Building at 3504 Lake Lynda Drive off University Blvd. in the UCF area. The landlord/owner DRA CRT Orlando University Center LLC. C/O Colonial Properties Trust of Lake Mary was represented by Mike Caridi of Tower Realty Partners.

For more information contact:
Mary Frances West, CCIM, Senior Broker-Associate NAI Realvest, 407-875-9989 mwest@realvest.com; Patrick Mahoney, Chief Operating Officer NAI Realvest, 407-875-9989 pmahoney@realvest.com

About NAI Realvest: NAI Realvest, covering all of central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide. NAI Global is an international commercial real estate network with over 325 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.nairealvest.com.

Friday, June 18, 2010

Emerson International Negotiates New Office Lease at CenterPointe II Office Building in Altamonte Springs

ALTAMONTE SPRINGS – Emerson International recently negotiated a lease for 3,147 square feet of office space in the CenterPointe II office building at 220 Central Parkway in Altamonte Springs.

Eric Emerson, general manager and vice president of Emerson International, said Kenneth Koch, commercial portfolio manager at Emerson International, negotiated the lease agreement. The new tenant is Timeshares Foundation, Inc.

For more information, contact: Eric J. Emerson, Vice President and General Manager Emerson International, Inc. 407-834-9560; ejemerson@emerson-us.com

About Emerson International: Emerson International is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Emerson Group, the global corporation that is one of the largest privately-owned property development companies in the U.K.

Beazer Homes Unveils New Energy Efficient eSmart Designer Homes at Victoria Trails in DeLand Priced From the $130s

DELAND - Beazer Homes is unveiling its new three, four and five-bedroom energy efficient designer homes at Victoria Trails in DeLand priced from the $130s and packed with energy saving design features.

Theresa Tilton, vice president of sales at Beazer Homes in the Orlando region, said the new one and two-story homes at Victoria Trails range in size from 1,400 square feet of living space to 3,593 square feet.

Beazer Homes is incorporating its eSmart energy-saving engineering and appliances in all new homes at Victoria Trails, Tilton said, including programmable thermostats, cost-saving CFL light bulbs, water-saving Moen low flow shower heads and faucets, MERV 8 air filters, and low VOC paints and carpets.

Victoria Trails, nestled among parks, lakes and conservation areas is easily accessible to Interstate 4 and historic downtown DeLand. Amenities include a resort style pool, fitness center, tennis courts and playground.

Visit www.Beazer.com.
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For more information, contact: Theresa Tilton, Vice President of Sales Beazer Homes /Florida Division 407-339-4114; ttilton@beazer.com; David Byrnes President Beazer Homes / Florida Division - 407-339-4114 dbyrnes@beazer.com

About Beazer Homes: Beazer Homes is one of the country’s 10 largest single-family homebuilders with operations in 16 states. Headquartered in Atlanta, Beazer Homes is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “BZH.”

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

RedTail at Heathrow Golf Community Revives Dream of Country Estate Homes with Luxury Golf Course

ORLANDO - RedTail, a Heathrow golf community, located west of Heathrow in Sorrento, is reviving the tradition of luxury country club homes in Central Florida, starting at $399,999.

Richard D. Bavec, project general manager at RedTail, said the award-winning RedTail Golf Club, a links-style layout designed by Dave Harman and dotted with century-old oak trees and azaleas, ranks as one of the region’s finest courses.

Brentwood Custom Homes, one of RedTail’s “Builder Partners,” has a four-bedroom, three-bath luxury home available for sale at RedTail with 2,415 square feet of living space priced at $399,999.

Luxury homes at RedTail are selling, Bavec said. Recently, a custom built, five-bedroom home with a six-car garage overlooking the tenth green, sold for $1.55 million.

“The luxury homes market is less affected by the real estate downturn compared to the rest of the housing market,” Bavec said. “Luxury golf estates, oceanfront condominiums and Manhattan apartments probably rank among the most desired examples of luxury lifestyles and we’re beginning to see a strong comeback here at RedTail,” Bavec said.

There are 24 home sites available in the current phase at RedTail. The community’s covered bridge entrance is located along SR 46A just north of SR 46 in Lake County. The new home sales center opens Monday through Saturday at 9 a.m. and on Sunday at 11 a.m.
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For more information contact: Richard D. Bavec, Vice President/General Manager, RedTail Golf Club 407-402-9866; Larry Vershel or Beth Payan, Larry Vershel Communications, 407-644-4142 (fax: 4410)

Saturday, March 20, 2010

Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty Appointed Exclusive Sales Agents For $1.35 Million Winter Park Estate

ORLANDO - Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty has been appointed exclusive sales and marketing agents for a $1.35 million Winter Park estate located near Park Ave. at 961 Bonita Drive in Winter Park.

Roger Soderstrom, founder and owner of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty, said the estate includes a five-bedroom home with six full baths and four half baths, formal living and dining rooms, family room, game room, study and home theater in 6,880 square feet of living space plus a separate two-bedroom, one-bath guest house with an additional 500 square feet.

The main residence, built on a serene brick street close to Park Avenue, features wood floors throughout, private elevator, a two-car garage plus two-car side porte cache, and a lavish pool and spa redone in 2005.

Stirling agents representing the property are Sally Andy and David Warren.
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For more information contact:
Sally Andy, Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty 407-687-7295 sally@sallyandy.com; David Warren, Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty 407-928-3760 david@sallyandy.com; Roger Soderstrom, Founder/Owner Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty 407-581-7890

About Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty: Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty is affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty, the largest luxury real estate brand in the world. Stirling Sotheby’s exclusive services include luxury residential, new homes, commercial, property management, in addition to supporting builders, developers, lenders, and asset managers. The company operates three performance zones which serve all of Central Florida. Visit www.StirlingSIR.com

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty Named Exclusive Sales, Marketing Agents for Joey Fatone’s $5.5 Million Orlando Home

ORLANDO - Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty has been named exclusive sales and marketing agents for the $5.5 million lakefront estate home of former ‘N Sync recording star Joey Fatone, Jr. in southwest Orlando.

Roger Soderstrom, founder and owner of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty, said Stirling Sotheby’s associates Sally Andy and David Warren are principal contacts for the estate home.
Overlooking Lake Pocket, part of the Butler Chain of Lakes near Windermere, the 4.36- acre lakefront estate offers a private security entrance and state-of-the-art security and audio-visual systems throughout.

The 12,370 square foot luxury estate offers six bedrooms, six full baths, four half-baths, a magnificent resort-style pool and spa, game rooms, and in-home theater; separate air-conditioned six-car garage with full kitchen, bath and rotating floors; and a private dock with boathouse on Lake Pocket.

Fatone, star of stage, screen and television, has appeared on Broadway, hosted NBC’s international hit show, “The Singing Bee,” and was a celebrity finalist in ABC’s popular TV series, “Dancing with the Stars.” He is currently involved in several projects, including a record album, a new TV series, and proposed Broadway show.

For more information contact: Sally Andy, Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty 407-687-7295 sally@sallyandy.com; David Warren, Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty 407-928-3760 david@sallyandy.com; Roger Soderstrom, Founder/Owner Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty 407-581-7890

About Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty: Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty is affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty, the largest luxury real estate brand in the world. Stirling Sotheby’s exclusive services include luxury residential, new homes, commercial, property management, in addition to supporting builders, developers, lenders, and asset managers. The company operates three performance zones which serve all of Central Florida. Visit www.StirlingSIR.com.

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty named exclusive sales and marketing agents for Custom Home Builder’s Keith Fields Mount Dora Estate Home

ORLANDO- Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty’s was recently named exclusive sales and marketing agents for a custom built estate home by Keith Fields with a two acre Lake Dora Home site at 3835 Lake Shore Drive in Mount Dora.

Janice McGeough, certified luxury home marketing specialist at Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty, said the 6,719 square foot estate home offers a total of 9,081 square feet under roof, with four bedrooms, six and one-half baths, a three car garage a separate guest cottage and a private boat/seaplane dock on Lake Dora.

The spectacular New England traditional home is priced at $2,950,000.
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For more information contact:
Janice McGeough, Stirling Sotheby's International Realty, 352-217-0465; jmcgeough@stirlingsir.com; Roger Soderstrom, Founder/Owner, Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty 407-581-7890; rsoderstrom@stirlingSIR.com

About Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty:
Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty is affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty, the largest luxury real estate brand in the world. Stirling Sotheby’s exclusive services include luxury residential, new homes, commercial, property management, in addition to supporting builders, developers, lenders, and asset managers. The company operates three performance centers which serve all of Central Florida.

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty Named Exclusive Sales, Marketing Agents for Private Estate near Heathrow

ORLANDO - Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty has been named exclusive sales and marketing agents for a private luxury estate on a one-acre lakefront home site at gated Lake Markham Preserve near Heathrow in North Seminole County.

Roger Soderstrom, founder and owner of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty, said Stirling associate Mary Ann Hartmann of the firm’s Lake Mary-Heathrow office negotiated the exclusive representation and serves as principal contact for the property.

The two-story water front estate home, on a ski lake, features European-style architectural elements enhanced with the latest in travertine flooring, custom wood cabinetry and millwork.

The 6,711 square foot home with a gourmet kitchen with nine-foot island, new outdoor summer kitchen, a heated lagoon-style swimming pool, a home theater, game room with kitchenette, four bedroom suites with private baths, and a separate suite for nanny/caregiver is priced at $2,199,000.
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For more information contact:
Roger Soderstrom, Founder/Owner Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty 407-581-7890

About Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty: Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty is affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty, the largest luxury real estate brand in the world. Stirling Sotheby’s exclusive services include luxury residential, new homes, commercial, property management, in addition to supporting builders, developers, lenders, and asset managers. The company operates three performance zones which serve all of Central Florida. Visit www.StirlingSIR.com

Thursday, February 4, 2010

Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty Named Exclusive Sales Representative For 36-Acre Orlando Equestrian Estate

ORLANDO - Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty was recently named sales and marketing representative for an exclusive 36-acre equestrian estate http://www.orlandohorsefarmforsale.com/ on Clarcona-Ocoee Rd. in Orlando, Fla.

Roger Soderstrom, founder and owner of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty, said the $8.9 million estate property is a horse lover’s dream, featuring an 11,000 square foot luxury residence with an attached garage to accommodate six cars and a motor home.

“The property features a separate riding area and a jumping area with an English Manor horse barn,” Soderstrom said.

International and out-of-state buyers will love the location, less than 30 minutes from Disney World and Universal Studios, Soderstrom added.

Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty associates Jack Jeffcoat, Kyle Hogan and Mike Sapourn, with the company’s World Marketing Center, negotiated the exclusive sales and marketing agreement and serve as principal contacts for the property, Soderstrom said.
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For more information contact: Mike Sapourn, Stirling Sotheby's International Realty, Sales Associate 321- 537-3175; Roger Soderstrom, Founder/Owner Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty 407-581-7890

About Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty: Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty is affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty, the largest luxury real estate brand in the world. Stirling Sotheby’s exclusive services include luxury residential, new homes, commercial, property management, in addition to supporting builders, developers, lenders, and asset managers. The company operates three performance zones which serve all of Central Florida. Visit www.StirlingSIR.com

Friday, October 2, 2009

Mattamy Homes Opens Newest Orlando-Area Community at Lake Jean in east Orlando

ORLANDO, Fla. - Mattamy Homes USA, the U.S. division of Canada’s largest home builder, has opened its newest Orlando-area community at Lake Jean, located off Goldenrod Rd. and Lake Bates Blvd. in east Orlando.

Laura Bailey, vice president of sales and marketing at Mattamy Homes USA, said Lake Jean includes 46 home sites with new homes priced from $226,990.

Three and four bedroom single-family homes at Lake Jean will range in size from 1,541 square feet of living space to 2,800 square feet and offer two and three-car garages, Bailey said.

Mattamy Homes will start construction of a new model home at Lake Jean in October, according to Bailey.

“Mattamy Homes USA entered the housing market in Florida at the ideal time for home buyers,” Bailey explained. “We are able to offer single-family homes and town homes of exceptional quality in some of the best Central Florida locations at prices home buyers haven’t seen since the 1990s,” she said.

For more information, contact:
Laura Bailey, VP of Sales and Marketing, Mattamy Homes-USA 407-599-9994
Larry Vershel or Beth Payan, Larry Vershel Communications, 407-644-4142

Thursday, October 1, 2009

Mattamy Homes Opens New Home Design Center on North Lake Blvd. in Altamonte Springs

ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. - Mattamy Homes USA, the U.S. division of Canada’s largest home builder based in Winter park, has opened its Central Florida New Home Design Center in Suite 1004 at 762 North Lake Blvd. in Altamonte Springs.

Laura Bailey, vice president of sales and marketing at Mattamy Homes USA, said the New Home Design Center offers home buyers a relaxed setting in which to choose hundreds of interior décor and decorating options, fixtures, and features with professional assistance.

Mattamy Homes USA currently builds new homes and town homes in four Orlando-area neighborhoods.

For more information, contact:
Laura Bailey, VP of Sales and Marketing, Mattamy Homes-USA 407-599-9994

Larry Vershel or Beth Payan, Larry Vershel Communications, 407-644-4142

About Mattamy Homes USA
Mattamy Homes www.mattamyhomes.com expanded into the U.S. in 2003 and is headquartered in Winter Park, Fla. with divisions in Orlando, Jacksonville Phoenix, Minneapolis and Charlotte. The homebuilder, the largest and most active in Canada with annual revenues exceeding $1.3 billion was ranked among the highest of all homebuilders in the greater Toronto and Ottawa areas in a nationwide customer satisfaction survey conducted by J.D. Power Associates.

Henin Signature Homes introduces smaller, smarter, more affordable luxury custom homes later this year

ORLANDO, Fla. - Henin Signature Homes, which builds luxury custom homes at Riviera Bella on the St. John’s River in DeBary, plans to build smaller, smarter luxury custom homes that offer greater energy efficiency, more luxury lifestyle and lower pricing.

Jerome Henin, president of the Henin Group, said Henin Signature Homes is re-engineering its Premium and Signature Series homes to meet new market demands.

“We are building luxury homes for today’s American families,” Henin said. “When the baby boom began, the average new home sold in the U.S. offered just 950 square feet and families typically had more children than today,” Henin said.

Henin said Henin Signature Homes will offer three-bedroom, two-bath Premium Series luxury homes that range from 1,500 square feet of living space to 2,600 square feet with two-car garages.

Pricing the new Designer Series homes will be key, Henin said. Premium series homes will start from the $200s.

The Henin Group has 87 home sites available for sale at Riviera Bella.

For more information contact:
Jerome Henin, Owner, Henin Group, 407-644-8595
Larry Vershel or Beth Payan, Larry Vershel Communications, 407-644-4142

Grubb & Ellis|Commercial Florida Blends National, International Effort to Market Dunedin Gateway in Pinellas County

DUNEDIN, Fla. - When Pizzuti Solutions starts construction of the $30 million Dunedin Gateway project, which is planned to include striking upscale medical, office and retail facilities on Main Street at the southern gateway to this walkable Pinellas County city, Grubb & EllisCommercial Florida will already have completed the lion’s share of its work marketing the project.

Jeff Sweeney, SIOR, president and managing partner of Grubb & EllisCommercial Florida, said Dunedin Gateway represents a major national and international effort to interest businesses and retailers in leasing or owning facilities in the project which leverages the business advantages of an upscale quality of life location.

“We expect much of the office space will be leased by local tenants or doctors who are already serving the area,” Sweeney said. “For retailers, Dunedin Gateway represents an exciting new opportunity that will interest a broader spectrum in addition to local enterprises,” he said.
Altogether, Dunedin Gateway will include 90,000 square feet of medical, office and retail facilities, Sweeney said. The first phase will include 20,000 square feet of medical office space and 25,000 square feet of retail space, Sweeney added.

Michelle Seifert, vice president of Grubb & EllisCommercial Florida’s Retail Group is principal contact for retail space at the Dunedin Gateway project. Tom Kennedy, vice president and Sean Kennedy, associate in the firm’s Office Group are principal contacts for office and medical office space.

Contacts:
Michelle Seifert, 813-830-7285
Tom Kennedy, 813-830-7892Jeffrey Sweeney, 407-481-5387
Larry Vershel, 407-644-4142

About Grubb & EllisCommercial Florida:
Grubb & EllisCommercial Florida is an affiliated commercial real estate services firm specializing in the leasing and sale of office, industrial, retail, land and investment properties. Currently Grubb & EllisCommercial Florida has 30 brokers divided among its Tampa, Orlando and Melbourne offices which serve the entire mid-Florida marketplace.

About Grubb & Ellis:
Named to The Global Outsourcing 100™ in 2009 by the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals™, Grubb & Ellis Company (NYSE: GBE) is one of the largest and most respected commercial real estate services and investment companies in the world. Our 6,000 professionals in more than 130 company-owned and affiliate offices draw from a unique platform of real estate services, practice groups and investment products to deliver comprehensive, integrated solutions to real estate owners, tenants and investors. The firm’s transaction, management, consulting and investment services are supported by highly regarded proprietary market research and extensive local expertise. Through Grubb & Ellis Realty Investors, the company is a leading sponsor of real estate investment programs that provide individuals and institutions the opportunity to invest in a broad range of real estate investment vehicles, including public non-traded real estate investment trusts (REITs), tenant-in-common (TIC) investments suitable for tax-deferred 1031 exchanges and other real estate investment funds. For more information, visit www.grubb-ellis.com.