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Happenings @ HomeThird Edition Fall 2012
VIP Night a Huge Success!Blessed with a beautiful day, the Lincoln Square VIP night on September 13th was met with great excitement, right in the heart of Beamsville. The lineup stretched around the sales centre with over 100 excited purchasers visiting during the course of the evening. Amazing introductory pricing is still available with Townhomes starting at $244,900 and detached homes starting at $324,900. All floor plans were unveiled, while prestigious lot locations were quickly chosen by those eager to embark on this new lifestyle within easy reach of all amenities. Bordering charming downtown Beamsville, Lincoln Square will include its own arena, community centre, library, two parks, a pond, and a retail centre.
Executive freehold townhomes come in two-storey and split-level designs of 1,530 square feet, with enhanced end units available. Features include nine-foot ceilings, second floor laundry, open concept kitchen, family and dining areas, both with three bedroom plans. Many units front onto the new park, offering a picture perfect location that can’t be beat. “Home buyers have already recognized that Lincoln Square is unlike anything else in the Golden Horseshoe area” says DeSantis.Capturing old-world charm, singles will be accented by shutters, brick and stone. Detached homes also feature nine-foot ceilings, breakfast bars, three- and four-bedroom plans, and second floor laundries, a necessity of today.
Plans feature luxurious ensuites with soaker tubs and cultured marble showers. Singles will range from 1,825 to 2,351 sq.ft., with several floor plans and various elevations.To add value to these already amazing homes, Homes By DeSantis has introduced Smart Home technology as a standard in every home built in Lincoln Square. Working with local Hamilton company, UrbanHippo, Homes by DeSantis will integrate a ClareHome OS Controller and a wireless thermostat which will serve as the brain for each smart home, and allowing a purchaser to control their home from an iPhone or Apple device. To enhance this standard offering Home Owners can add the Home Theater Bonus Package,
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Fall Maintenance ChecklistHave furnace or heating system serviced by a qualified service company every two years for a gas furnace.
If you have central air conditioning, make sure the drain pan under the cooling coil mounted in the furnace plenum is draining properly and is clean.
Lubricate circulating pump on hot water heating system.
Disconnect the power to the furnace and examine the forced-air furnace fan belt, if installed, for wear, looseness or noise; clean fan blades of any dirt buildup.
Check chimneys for obstructions such as nests.
Remove the grilles on forced-air systems and vacuum inside the ducts.
Turn ON gas furnace pilot light (if your furnace has one), set the thermostat to “heat” and test the furnace for proper operation by raising the thermostat setting until the furnace starts to operate. Once you have confirmed proper operation, return the thermostat to the desired setting.
Check and clean or replace furnace air filters each month during the heating season. Ventilation system, such as heat recovery ventilator, filters should be checked every two months.
Check to see that the ductwork leading to and from the heat recovery ventilator is in good shape, the joints are tightly sealed (aluminum tape or mastic) and any duct insulation and plastic duct wrap is free of tears and holes.
If the heat recovery ventilator has been shut off for the summer, clean the filters and the core, and pour water down the condensate drain to test it.
Check to see that bathroom exhaust fans and range hoods are operating properly. If possible, confirm that you are getting good airflow by observing the outside vent hood (the exterior damper should be held open by the airflow).
Clean portable humidifier, if one is used.
Check sump pump and line to ensure proper operation, and to ascertain that there are no line obstructions or visible leaks.
Remove interior insect screens from windows to allow air from the heating system to keep condensation off window glass and to allow more free solar energy into your home.
Ensure all doors to the outside shut tightly, and check other doors for ease of use. Replace door weatherstripping if required.
If there is a door between your house and the garage, check the adjustment of the self-closing device to ensure it closes the door completely.
Cover outside of air-conditioning units and shut off power.
Ensure that the ground around your home slopes away from the foundation wall, so that water does not drain into your basement.
Clean leaves from eavestroughs and roof, and test downspouts to ensure proper drainage from the roof.
Drain and store outdoor hoses. Close interior valve to outdoor hose connection and drain the hose bib (exterior faucet), unless your house has frost-proof hose bibs.
Winterize landscaping, for example, store outdoor furniture, prepare gardens and, if necessary, protect young trees or bushes for winter.
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which includes 5 premium Klipsch in-ceiling speakers, a subwoofer, a Yamaha receiver, an iPad and 2 smart light switches! Another new and fabulous free package available is the Chef Package, which outfits the kitchen with cabinetry with a glass display door, pot and pan drawers, and an upgraded Moen faucet. Homebuyers also have a choice between other feature comforts like a five-piece appliance package, granite counters in the kitchen, gas fireplace, pot lights, backsplash, or hardwood.“Like its name suggests, this exciting community is an expression of smart living,” says Gabriel DeSantis
president of Homes by DeSantis. “From its outstanding design and town architecture, to its thriving location and new $25,000,000 community complex, Lincoln Square will set a new benchmark for what people have come to expect of modern living, in a small town setting. To make building a new home even more attractive to potential purchasers, Homes by DeSantis has secured an unprecedented mortgage rate by working with a major national bank. This industry leading offer will make homeownership more available than ever.
Interested purchasers are encouraged to visit the sales centre located at the intersection of Ontario & May Street in Beamsville (on Serena Drive) The Sales Centre reflects the charm of the region, and the show room has a full kitchen and dinette area built to scale showing the optional kitchen layout available in both Townhome models.
To learn more about this fabulous community contact the Sales Team; Sandra Veselisin & Billie Clark at 289.566.8889 or by email [email protected]
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Homes by DeSantis has always had a history of giving, philanthropy never goes out of style! On October 18th the ladies of Homes by DeSantis attended Tinsel Tuxedos & Tapas – a dinner and fashion event in support of the Dr.Bob Kemp Hospice. The HHHBA serves as a title sponsor for the event and their staff and builders joined Vogue Models and Talent on
the runway in the fashion show. With two tables, front row and centre to the catwalk we had ideal position to watch our President Gabriel DeSantis strut his stuff as a guest model (he’s such a good sport). With delicious food, amazing prizes and fashion the 600 ladies in attendance would attest it was a night to remember.
Tinsel Tuxedos and Tapas – A Roaring Success!
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Due to overwhelming demand we have introduced several new Bungalow, Bungalow Loft & Bungalow Loft Semi Models. The Berkshire is a real stunner, the Bungalow model includes 1788 sq ft. of spacious single level living. If you desire additional space for guests the optional Loft adds an additional 790 sq ft of living space as well as an extra bedroom. Price for the Berkshire starts
at $314,900. Another new plan, The Somerset provides 2 stories of luxury living at 2442 sq ft. With 4 bedrooms this is the perfect home for a growing family, or a family with relatives who love to visit. The Somerset starts at $334,900. Both plans will be featured as model homes launching early spring 2013. All revised floorplans and renderings will be available online at the end of October,
so stay tuned as a re-launch event is in the works! Servicing is almost complete, meaning that spring & summer closings are an option for those who are ready to spend the glorious warm months in the heart of Niagara.
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Décor Pumpkins Instead of the usual cut outs, try something a little more modern with painted or gold leafed pumpkins.
To create a gold leaf pumpkin follow these 3 easy steps:
1. Wash and dry pumpkin and spray with adhesive.
2. Lay foil overtop, one piece at a time, smoothing down into creases with paintbrush as you go.
3. Work your way around pumpkin and don’t worry about crinkles; they add to the effect.
Last chance to own a TiffanyWe are down to our final 10 lots in Tiffany Hill, proving that value and location are paramount in consumers’ minds. Our amazing model homes were a big help as we saw the Jade and Pearl models as best sellers throughout the development. Buyers were obviously inspired by the stunning décor and in turn ordered many of the displayed upgrades. So don’t delay make the trip to Ancaster, tour the community and imagine your very own Tiffany.
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UPCOMING COMMUNITY ALERT – Another exciting community is in the works for Homes by DeSantis. Located on the Stoney Creek Mountain at Upper Centennial Parkway and First Road West we will be building an exclusive enclave of Detached Homes and Executive Freehold Towns. Register online today at HomesByDeSantis.com!
This idea is borrowed from the fall issue of Chatelaine, but we loved it so much we just had to share!
Easy how-to: Use a tall candlestick as a pedestal and give your pumpkin the royal treatment .
You will need: One pumpkin, spray adhesive, gold leaf, a clean paintbrush.
