Sam Bass, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Atlanta new home builder Acadia Homes and Neighborhoods is this week's guest on Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio. Sam has been in the home building business for the past 25 years working in Florida, North Carolina and Georgia. His current job includes sales training and recruiting, as well as marketing and[...]
The Atlanta Chapter of NARI (National Association of the Remodeling Industry,) will present the Second Annual Tour of Remodeled Homes, Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 1-2, 2011. Homes throughout metro Atlanta that have been remodeled by NARI member organizations will be open to the public from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Sunday. Proceeds from[...]
Shops, restaurants and elegant townhomes. If you're looking for the ultimate live, shop, play community, West Village has everything you need and more. Homeowners love the convenience and walkability, as well as the charming Smyrna/Vinings location. Here are some of the things you can expect from this amazing Cobb County neighborhood. Village restaurants: Choose from a variety of fine establishments, including[...]
Now that the holiday season is upon us, you may begin to see Santa, Mrs. Claus and the elves popping up around town. If you don’t want to miss your chance to make sure your name is on the “nice” list, share your wish list and take a memorable photo with Santa, then check out the locations below for some[...]
The Builder of the Year award is presented each year to a Certified Professional Home Builder member of the HBA who has demonstrated his commitment to professional excellence. This award recognizes a builder for his contributions to furthering the goals and mission of the association through volunteer efforts within the association, the housing industry and in community and charitable programs.[...]
All over the metro-Atlanta area, cities are lighting up with their annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremonies and holiday celebrations. In Kennesaw, residents are invited to join the Mayor and other city officials on Thursday, December 3 at 6 p.m. for holiday choral music performed by St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church and sing-alongs, while enjoying warm beverages and holiday cookies. The[...]
When Heather Townsend and Stephen Davis started looking for a home, a convenient location was high on their list of "musts." "We particularly wanted to live near MARTA because we travel a lot and it's convenient to take the train to the airport," Townsend said. Lofts@5300, a loft condominium community located right across Peachtree Road from the Chamblee MARTA station, fit the[...]
Butler's Pantries are no longer just for homes with actual butlers. Typically located between the dining room and kitchen, a butler's pantry is a serving and storage room, generally for glassware and silver. In earlier times European butlers would actually sleep in the butler's pantry to keep a watchful eye over the family's silver. These days butler's pantries are making[...]
Mud rooms are a great feature in homes that create a barrier between the outdoors and indoors. Generally located adjacent to the garage or an entry door, a mud room is an area where people entering the home can remove sodden and dirty layers. A well-designed mud room will have hooks and rack for clothes and shoes as well as[...]
With Spring just around the corner now is the time to enjoy outdoor living from your own home. Porches and loggias are a great way to spend time outdoors whether you are reading a book or spending time with family and friends. Here are some great Atlanta neighborhoods that feature homes that incorporate the best of outdoor living: Avignon at[...]