South Denver LIfestyles

SOUTH DENVERlifestyles

A Perfect Day in Downtown Castle Rock

How Do They Do It?A Model Home Designer Tells All

A Very Special Micro-Brew

An Inside Look at Fall’s NewestFashions

11 New Custom Homes

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Sou∑h Denver̀THE SHORT BUT SWEET DAYS OF FALL

As the days grow shorter and chillier, our attention turns naturally toward home with all of its warmth and comfort. Fall is the perfect time to curl up with a cup of tea, a good magazine (South Denver Lifestyles, perhaps?) and dream about all of the season’s possibilities.

For this issue, we’ve harvested plenty of great ideas for our fall readers. Go on the perfect day trip to historic downtown Castle Rock. Plan your fall wardrobe with tips from some local fashion experts. Pick up some interior decorating ideas from a design firm that specializes in jaw-dropping model homes. Then, learn about two South Denver communities where you could put those tips into practice—Heritage Hills in Lone Tree and Pradera in Parker.

I hope you enjoy reading this issue of our magazine, and that it plays a helpful role in making this your best autumn yet. For more information about our communities, please feel free to contact us at 303-706-0466 or to visit CelebrityCommunities.com.

Best regards,Dan VerdoornPresident, Celebrity Communities

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The developer of Pradera

and Heritage Hills, Celebrity

Development, has a 50-year

history of building some of the

Denver region’s most coveted

and enduring neighborhoods.

Our communities stand the

test of time, thanks to careful

planning and execution of

every detail, ranging from

visionary land plans to strong

neighborhood associations.

We’re a family-owned

company committed to

making distinctive, family-

friendly neighborhoods that

we can be proud of.

HERITAGE HILLS Custom homes from $1 million.

THE OVERLOOK AT HERITAGE HILLSSemi-custom homes coming soon from the mid-$700s.

PRADERA Custom homes from the $900s to over $2 million.

Semi-custom homes from the $500s.

New custom homes in Heritage Hills and Pradera are marketed exclusively by Heritage Marketing, LLC.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Historic Downtown Castle Rock

Fall Fashion

How To – Interior Design

Pradera Homes

Home Maintenance Tips

Heritage Hills Homes

A Very Special Micro-Brew

Fall Jewelry

Luxury Real Estate Report

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A PERFECT AFTERNOON IN HISTORIC CASTLE ROCK

In these days of strip malls and big box stores, there is something beautiful and nostalgic about a small downtown where you can park your car and set off on foot. Downtown Castle Rock is just that kind of place,

where locally owned shops and restaurants welcome first timers and regulars alike.


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Copperfalls SpaAfter lunch head over to Copperfalls Spa

where you can relax, reflect and enjoy

a personalized spa treatment utilizing

essential oils. Choose from spa packages

like Harmony, Balance and Wellness

or from individual treatments for hair,

skin or body. Relaxing here just comes

naturally. copperfalls.com

Castle CaféNo trip to downtown Castle Rock would be

complete without a stop at the Castle Café for their

famous pan-fried chicken. This local hangout is like

stepping back in time. Housed in what used to be

the Castle Hotel and Bar, it was a stop-over between

Denver and Colorado Springs as far back as the late

1800s. Now it’s the perfect spot to relax over some of

the best comfort food around. castlecafe.com

Dream PastriesThis is the perfect place to recharge with a cappuccino

and a made-from-scratch European pastry. On the

menu you’ll find decadent treats like éclairs, chocolate

croissants, scones and tarts of all varieties. And their

cozy outdoor patio is the perfect spot to enjoy your

guilty pleasure. dreampastries.com

Lunch at the Augustine GrillThis early 1900s Victorian home is the

perfect place to sit outside for a light and

refreshing lunch on a crisp fall day. You can

choose from a wide variety of salads and

sandwiches as well as a “quiche of the day.”

And on select Sundays and Mondays they

serve high tea (check the website for details.)

augustinegrill.com

The BarnNext head down the street to The

Barn where you’ll find a treasure trove

of antiques, jewelry and gifts. Set in

the old Douglas County Mercantile

building, built in 1905, you’ll find

two floors full of one-of-a-kind gems

that you won’t find anywhere else.

thebarncastlerock.com


Connect with Heritage Hills online.

Become a fan on Facebook:Facebook.com/HeritageHillsColorado

Follow on Twitter:Twitter.com/HeritageHillsCO

Keep up to date on the blog:HeritageHillsColoradoBlog.com

Check out the website:HeritageHillsColorado.com

HERITAGE HILLS: CITY CLOSE

A legacy of fine living awaits your family at Heritage Hills. After all, spectacular amenities,

friendly neighbors and a short commute to work and shopping mean more quality time enjoying all that

life here has to offer.

Located just minutes from Park Meadows Retail Shopping District and the Inverness and Denver

Technological Center office parks, everything that residents of Heritage Hills need is close at hand,

including award-winning Douglas County Schools and a grocery store within walking distance.

Should you choose to go downtown for work or arts and entertainment, your new community is

also within walking distance to the Lincoln Light Rail Station. Traveling or skiing? Heritage Hills

has easy access to both Denver International Airport and the mountain resorts via E- and C-470.

At Heritage Hills you don’t have to trade the lifestyle you want for the location you need. Here, in

addition to beautiful and well-crafted custom homes, you’ll find wonderful amenities including two

junior Olympic-sized pools, tennis and basketball courts, a mini soccer field and play areas for kids,

in addition to an active community association and close-knit neighbors.

With custom homes priced from $1 million+ by five custom builders that have been carefully selected for

their attention to detail and customer service, and new semi-custom homes coming in the spring of 2011

from the mid-$700s, buyers are sure to find the perfect home in their price range.

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9648 S. Shadow Hill Circle$1,225,000

Breathtaking Tuscan-style custom home on a large, fully landscaped homesite with •4-bedrooms and 4.5-bathroomsThis home has beautiful outdoor living spaces including a large front courtyard with •outdoor fireplace and a rear paver patio with trellis and built-in grillA circular entry with exposed stone walls sets the tone for the luxurious interior of the •home including a living room with stone fireplace and large formal dining roomA gourmet kitchen with knotty alder cabinets, slab granite countertops, Kitchen Aid• © appliances, extensive decorative tile, large center island and attached breakfast nook will please even the most discerning cookA circular reading nook with stone walls and built-in bookshelves is located at the top of •a circular staircase that leads to the second levelThe master suite is sure to please with its French doors, coffered ceiling, fireplace and •master bath with claw-foot soaking tub, dual vanities and his and her walk-in closets

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So what’s new, and more importantly, what’s worth investing in this fall?

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FALL IS IN THE AIR AND FASHIONS ARE IN THE STORES

Get ready with an insider’s view of autumn’s newest looks. When every fashion dollar counts, it’s a smart idea to get some

guidance regarding all the trendy clothes hitting the stores right now. One excellent source to tap is the group of stylists at Rebel, a

Greenwood Village boutique described as the “best boutique import from California” by Judie Schwartz and Evelinda Urman, Rocky

Mountain News style columnists and authors of A Fashion-Lover’s Guide to the Best Shopping in Denver and Beyond.

So what’s new, and more importantly, what’s worth investing in this fall? As Rebel owner Robyn Barstow explains, “Skinny is in …

skinny belts, cargos and jeans will set the tone this season.” Describing the skinny cargo as “your new best friend,” Barstow says it

is the fashion industry’s answer to the inevitable question of “what’s next?” Vintage washes and chic cuts pair perfectly with dressy

military blazers and knee-high boots to create the perfect sexy outfit with attitude. Although J Brand’s version of the military-chic

trouser is a store favorite, Rebel also carries Sanctuary, Billy Blues, Citizen, SOLD Design, Rich&Skinny and True Religion.

And this season frugal fashionistas should not despair. The arrival of the new “it” pant does not mean that your jeggings (the jean-

legging hybrid) are being kicked to the curb. Create an updated look by pairing them and the new baby cord versions with short

cowboy boots or oxfords and long, belted sweaters. Add additional interest underneath by layering a fitted long sleeve tee under a

short sleeve. Michael Stars, Splendid and LA Made have each created a wide variety of styles and colors, including season favorites of

oxblood, bordeaux, hunter green and plum. Joie’s feminine tops also look great with jeggings; pair this look with riding boots for a

flirty take on fall.

Finally, the outdated t-shirt and jeans look is getting a makeover with skinny denim and cropped tees and sweaters. But take heart,

the fashion industry has created a more sophisticated way of wearing the crop top: with other tops. Layer a tailored shirt with a

cropped sweater and boyish leather jacket for a girly option with an edge. Vince, White + Warren, 525 America, Autumn Cashmere

and Michael Stars have appropriate versions of this ‘vintage’ look.

Another tip: Belt everything. Belts, cinching in slimmer t-shirts, sweaters and jackets, allow you to personalize the fashions this

season. Pick something with studs for a more dangerous look, sparkles for an evening look, or flowers for something sweet.

Rebel’s stylists and owner Robyn Barstow welcome all to come in for help in choosing wisely from fall’s trends. In Rebel’s warm and

inviting ambiance, all clients are treated like family. 720-283-1004. shoprebel.com.


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5,162 square foot, rustic Colorado-style home with 5-bedrooms and 4.5-bathrooms•The home exterior is fully landscaped and finished with stucco, wood and stone and •includes a covered wrap-around porch with built-in grill and fireplaceThe feeling of rustic beauty is evident as you enter the home through a large, custom wood •front door into a foyer accented by a view of the curving staircase to the second levelA large gourmet kitchen is packed with features including distressed alder cabinetry, •slab granite countertops, commercial-grade Kitchen Aid© appliances, and a large, hidden corner pantryAn elegant master suite has a coffered ceiling with crown molding, a tile fireplace, coffee •bar, and luxurious master bathroom with oval soaking tub and his and her vanitiesThe finished basement includes a wetbar, fireplace, multiple recreation areas and a fifth •bedroom with full bathroom



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A VERY SPECIAL MICRO-BREW

You’d be kidding yourself if you didn’t secretly wish you could find yourself in a comfy chair on the deck of an award-winning private golf club on a warm Saturday afternoon with a cold micro-brew in your hand. Isn’t that really the true Colorado experience? Apparently the guys at the Fort Collins Brewery (FCB)

agreed when they began producing Sandbagger Lager exclusively

for the Club at Pradera. As if it wasn’t enough to belong to a private

Jim Engh-designed golf club - now members also get access to a beer

all their own.

The new Sandbagger Lager is an Oktoberfest-style lager that has quickly

become the members’ favorite with its full body, rich taste and beautiful

copper color. We’d be lying if we said it wasn’t great, but we’d also have

to tell you that the only way to try it yourself is to become a member at

Pradera. Not a bad option actually.

Membership aside, you can try the other seven full-time German-style

lagers and seasonals from the Fort Collins brewery, a family-owned business

that’s been making beer in Fort Collins for over six years. Even though FCB is relatively new to

the Fort Collins Brewery scene, joining New Belgium and

O’Dell’s just down the street, you might be surprised by

the quality of their award-winning German-style beer and

their loyal following (check them out on Facebook).

Major Tom’s Pomegranate Wheat is a perfect summer

beer for hot Colorado days. It’s light and refreshing with

just a hint of sweet and tart. The Chocolate Stout, the

brewery’s most popular, would be a great cold weather beer. It has a taste of bittersweet chocolate

and roasted barley with a medium body. Most people seem to agree that whether you’re a

sophisticated beer connoisseur or a weekend warrior, pretty much everybody can appreciate the

great taste of FCB beers.

Next time you’re in Fort Collins try them for yourself at their 30,000 square foot brewery complete

with tasting room and full-service restaurant. You might also want to make an afternoon of it and

check out New Belgium and O’Dell’s breweries too; they’re just down the street.

Or even better yet - give in to the dream and join the Club at Pradera. Because in this case,

membership does come with some very special privileges.

TheClubatPradera.com


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Elegant 5,309 square foot home with 5-bedrooms, 4.5-bathrooms, and a finished •walk-out basementFeatures a large back deck with trellis and built-in grill and a fully landscaped yard•The first level boasts a study with French doors, wainscoting and custom bookshelves•A custom kitchen includes cherry cabinets, slab granite countertops, professional-grade •Kitchen Aid© appliances, a large center island with prep sink and an eat-in dining nookJust beyond the kitchen is a cozy sunken family room with a large fireplace and a •custom entertainment center A tranquil master suite includes its own private deck, a stone fireplace and a built-in •entertainment centerThe finished walk-out basement features a guest bedroom/flex room, a full bathroom •and a large entertaining area with wet bar, fireplace, and built-in entertainment center


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Featured in the 2010 Parade of Homes$1,350,000

This stunning, traditional stucco and stone custom home features 5-bedrooms, •5.5-bathrooms, and a wealth of space for entertaining including a finished walk-out basementThe main level boasts a study with French doors, an elegant dining room, •and a fully-finished 3-car garage with epoxy coated floorsA beautiful custom kitchen is packed with features including slab granite • countertops, cherry cabinets, a large center island with prep sink, commercial–grade Kitchen Aid© appliances, and a large hidden corner pantryThe serene and beautiful master suite includes its own private deck, stone fireplace, •enormous closet and dressing area with custom-built vanity and mirrorA large master bath features his and her sinks, custom tile, a large shower, •and an oval soaking tubAlso on the second level are three additional bedrooms, each with a private bath•The finished walk-out basement of this home includes a guest bedroom/flex room, •a full bathroom, and a large entertaining area with wet bar, refrigerator, tile fireplace and custom, built-in entertainment center


9586 Silent Hills Lane$1,170,000

Beautiful 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home on a large, fully landscaped corner lot•A gourmet kitchen features cherry cabinets, slab granite countertops, commercial-grade •Kitchen Aid© appliances, and a large island with prep sinkAdjoining the kitchen are an eat-in nook and a sunken family room with a cozy tile •fireplace and custom built-insAlso on the first level is an elegant music room, perfect for a baby grand piano •A covered back patio includes a beautiful built-in fireplace and gas grill, perfect for •private outdoor entertaining The spacious master suite showcases a two-sided fireplace and coffered ceiling•A luxurious master bath includes an oval soaking tub overlooking the fireplace, •dual vanities with hammered copper sinks, and a closet with custom built-insThe second level also features three additional bedrooms and two bathrooms•A large, unfinished garden level and fully finished 3-car garage complete this home•


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THE ART OF MODEL HOME DESIGN

People are simply captivated by model homes. Whether they are potential buyers or just looking for new decorating ideas

for their existing home, we are constantly being asked: “What’s the secret? How do you make the models so beautiful?”

In our work with builders and developers across the country, our creative process begins by studying the exterior architecture of

the home. Understanding the architectural design allows us to tie our interior designs with the basic feel of the architect’s vision,

thereby creating a complete look that flows throughout the home.

In much the same way an artist creates a painting, you must first start with a background then begin layering details. The process

starts at the front door and continues throughout the home.

This is exactly what we have done with the interiors for Celebrity Custom Homes’ Overlook Models at Heritage Hills. There will

be four model homes, designed by Woodley Architectural Group, with four distinct architectural styles; Tuscan, French Country,

Italian Country and Andalusian. All spaces in the rooms of each specific model require attention. Floors, ceilings and walls all

need to be designed with the individual styles in mind. The pattern in which flooring material is laid, the texture on the walls,

the addition of beams to a ceiling, decorative lighting, the design of an iron stairway railing; each and every detail is created to

enhance the overall feeling of the home and provide a backdrop on which to build.

creating a complete look that flows throughout the home.


The next step is finding a concept for our color scheme. The cornerstone could be fabric, a

painting or perhaps a special accessory. From there we begin to pull fabrics and furniture that

tie in that scheme and complement the style of the interior. Once the fabric and furnishings are

selected, the draperies, pillows and bedding are designed. It is important to note, as with other

interior elements, that draperies should be designed not just for functionality but also to enhance

the style of the window.

At last, the critical “finishing touches” can begin. Art, accessories and plants are a very important

part of merchandising the interior of a home. This is where scale and proportion are critical.

Artwork should be sized appropriately to the wall or a grouping of smaller pieces should be used

to fill the area. And plants should be chosen with the appropriate style in mind. For instance,

the shape of the leaf and the style of the plant should connect with the style of your interior.

Selecting a few larger accessories is more pleasing and has greater impact than several small items

on cocktail or end tables. Family photos and treasured pieces collected over time are what give a

home its own personality and charm.

Remember it’s all in the details! We invite you to visit the new Overlook Models by Celebrity

Custom Homes at Heritage Hills in Lone Tree, opening in March of 2011. Come and enjoy four

truly unique and beautiful works of art.

KTI or Kimberly Timmons Interiors is a nationally award winning interior design firm located

in Denver, Colorado specializing in hospitality, commercial, model and residential interior design.

For more information visit their website at www.ktinteriors.net or call 303.904.8244.


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Homes with European flair are coming to Heritage Hills’ highest elevations

Semi-custom homes with beautiful Spanish, French, English and Italian influences are coming to the last,

and most prominent, homesites available in Heritage Hills.

At The Overlook, Celebrity Custom Homes is melding European architecture with special features that

make the most of the Colorado lifestyle. Outdoor living is a priority in these homes with festive outdoor

rooms and courtyards with kitchens, fireplaces and more. Interior features are equally mindful of entertaining

with generous gathering rooms, libraries, mud rooms, butler’s pantries and even casitas that provide private

enclaves for houseguests.

As with all of Heritage Hills, The Overlook offers access to neighborhood amenities like the pools, tennis

courts, parks and trails. But because of its premier location, The Overlook also offers the most expansive,

breathtaking views of the Front Range, as well as the closest walk to light rail for trips into the DTC

and downtown.

The four Overlook model homes are scheduled to open in the spring of 2011. An interest list is currently forming.

For more information, please contact the sales manager at 303-706-0466 or [email protected].


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10113 S. Shadow Hill Drive$1,607,000

This beautiful Old World style home sits on a large, professionally landscaped homesite•Generous outdoor living areas include a front courtyard with fireplace, a rear deck with •built-in grill, and a lower level patioThe main living area is perfect for entertaining and family gatherings with a large open •kitchen/family room/eat-in nook and separate living and dining roomsThe finished walk-out lower level features a game area, family room with fireplace, a •full wet bar, an exercise/flex area, and a large unfinished storage areaThe second level boasts an elegant master suite with a fireplace, private deck, his and •her closets, and a large five-piece bath with oversized soaking tubThe home is completed by a fully finished four-car garage with epoxy coated floors•


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IVANKA TRUMPAdd some understated glam with this

mother-of-pearl cabochon and diamond

cocktail ring from Ivanka Trump.

CHANELMake a sporty statement with

the Chanel J-12 Marine.

CARTIERStand out in a crowd with the

new Captive de Cartier.

IT’S IN THE DETAILS EYE-CATCHING ACCESSORIES FOR FALL

JOHN HARDYThis bold chain necklace from

John Hardy pairs perfectly with

fall’s skinny jeans and boots look.

ROBERTO COINStack multiple bangles or cuffs to

give an instant jolt to any outfit.

Visit Hyde Park Jewelers for these and many other must-have fall accessories.

BREGUETThe ultimate in fine timepieces, this

Breguet watch is a conversation piece.

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Connect with Pradera online.

Become a fan on Facebook:Facebook.com/PraderaColorado

Follow on Twitter:Twitter.com/PraderaColorado

Keep up to date on the blog:PraderaColoradoBlog.com

Check out the website:PraderaCustomHomes.com

PR ADER A: COUNTRY QUIET

Room to grow a family. Play golf. And explore hundreds of acres of open space. Nestled in the rolling countryside between Parker and Castle Rock, Pradera offers families wide-open

vistas with an attitude to match.

Pradera is a friendly, unpretentious community gathered around a private links-style golf course

designed by renowned golf architect Jim Engh. A beautiful blend of traditional Irish design and rugged

Colorado terrain, the course incorporates the natural lay of the land and offers panoramic Front Range

views. But award-winning golf is only one aspect of The Club at Pradera. At this friendly club, members

also share tennis, fitness facilities, fine dining and a genuine sense of camaraderie at the club’s full

calendar of social events.

Neighbors also connect at the community center, where all can enjoy the pool, sun deck and party

facilities as well as the surrounding park with its tot lot, basketball/inline hockey court, two soccer/

lacrosse fields and a baseball/softball field. A trail system winds throughout the community’s vast open

spaces, providing residents with panoramic views and an abundant variety of hikes and bike rides.

Located close to shopping, restaurants, and highly respected Douglas County schools, Pradera is truly

a family-friendly place. On spacious homesites from ½ to 3 acres, our carefully chosen builders craft

fine semi-custom and custom homes from the $500s to $2 million and up. With generous spaces—and

attitudes—Pradera makes room for everyone.

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4848 Bandera PlaceFeatured in the 2010 Parade of Homes $1,198,500

Colorado-style two-story family home on a 1-acre homesite with beautiful golf course •views and front yard landscapingA formal living and dining room flank the entry and a beautiful gourmet kitchen •overlooks the family room in the rear of the homeCustom finishes include Viking• ® stainless steel appliances with built-in refrigerator, stained alder wood cabinets, doors and trim, and a concrete tile roofThe master suite features a private deck with beautiful Pradera views, a five-piece bath •and oversized walk-in closetThe second level is complete with three secondary bedrooms, each with its own private •bath and walk-in closetThe lower level features a guest room with a private bath, a flexible recreation or home •theater space, a fireplace and ample finished and unfinished areas to fit your needs Co

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UPSCALE HOMES ON THE UPSWING IN DENVER

What goes down must come up. And so it is with luxury home sales of $1 million and above in the

Denver Metro area. The luxury home market has been gaining momentum through 2010 as evidenced

by recent sales figures and reports. During July 2010, million dollar plus home closings increased 9.8%

from July of 2009. In addition, average days on market for a sold property declined 10.2%. Figures such as

these are buoying future expectations that the market has bottomed out, prices are firming and a gradual

rebound has begun.

In addition to the July home sales figures, the year-to-date luxury home sales statistics also confirm

an improving market. Through July, there were year-to-date 348 sales at $1 million and above for the

metro area. The same time period in 2009 had only 277 sales, representing an impressive 24.2% increase

in 2010*.

And it’s not just the closed transactions which are increasing. Real estate companies and agents working

in the luxury home market across Denver are noting an increase in the quantity and quality of upper-tier

showings. Today’s showing traffic is a leading indicator of tomorrow’s sales activity.

Two factors creating the increase in activity are record low interest rates and increasing availability of

jumbo loans. Conventional loans are fluctuating in the high 4% range, and jumbo loans (above $417,000)

are in the low 5% range. Both loans are at record lows which dramatically increase the affordability

of a property.

In addition to the decline in interest rates, prices have also followed the same downward trend. While

depreciation has varied significantly between tony subdivisions and different price bands, the decline has

been present for the past three years and can be calculated on an individual subdivision basis. However,

a July 27, 2010 report by the closely watched Standard & Poor’s/Case-Shiller Home Price Indexes showed

a 3.6% increase in Denver home prices from one year ago and a 28.2% increase from January 2000 to

June 30, 2010 for all homes.

As the luxury home market continues to rebound and gain strength, the best values are beginning to

disappear. Home buyers could be missing the opportunity of a lifetime with high inventory, low interest

rates and prices at levels not seen since March 2004. Home prices and interest rates will likely begin to rise

as the economy recovers. The buyer looking to move up should consider taking action before rising prices

and interest rates exclude them from their dream home which is available today.

*Figures are based on data supplied by the Denver Multiple Listing Service for all homes selling in the Denver Metro area at

or above $1,000,000.

Dotson Skaggs, of the Kentwood Company, lives and sells homes in the Pradera community. As a Top 10 Producer with the Denver Board of Realtors, Dotson has sold over 1300 homes valued at $400,000,000+ in his 26 years of business. Contact

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5788 Campina WayFeatured in the 2010 Parade of Homes$1,260,000

Colorado-style custom home on a large 1+ acre homesite with views of •surrounding hillsidesExtensive outdoor living area with wrap-around deck, fireplace and built-in grill•Gourmet kitchen features an oversized island, slab granite countertops, knotty alder •cabinetry and commercial-grade Kitchen Aid© appliancesThe family room includes dramatic 2-story ceilings, a fireplace, media cabinets, •and art nichesThe second level boasts a serene and spacious master suite complete with a coffee bar •and fireplace, a master bath with soaking tub, his and her vanities and a custom paneled walk-in closetAlso on the second level are three additional bedrooms, each with a walk-in closet •and private bathA finished walk-out level features a family/media room with fireplace and wet bar, •an exercise/game area, a 5th bedroom/flex room and a full bathFully-finished oversized 4+ car garage with epoxy coated floors•


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5043 Raintree Circle$1,325,000

Rustic Colorado-style ranch walkout home on a large, fully-landscaped 1.78 acre homesite •with 5,380 square feet of finished living spaceThis family home includes 4-bedrooms and 4.5-bathrooms plus a 1-bedroom and 1-bathroom •casita and a unique motor court flanked by a 4-car garage A gourmet kitchen boasts custom alder cabinetry, slab granite countertops, and Viking• ® commercial-grade appliances with a custom stone hood over the rangeThe main-floor master suite includes a large sitting area, a 2-sided fireplace, access to the back •deck and a luxurious master bath with an enormous walk-in shower room, his-and-her closets and dual vanitiesThe finished basement of the home includes a full wet bar, extensive recreation area and a •fireplace with entertainment centerCustom finishes include: extensive use of wood beams inside and out, walnut hardwood •floors, custom tile and stone work and four cozy fireplaces, including one on the back deck to take advantage of the Colorado weather and scenery year-round Co

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Winter is just around the corner and before you know it, we’ll be getting ready for the holidays. Take time now to prepare your home for the changing weather with this quick home maintenance checklist.

• To ensure that an early cold snap doesn’t freeze your sprinkler system, contact a qualified company to drain and blow out the system.

Unhook all garden hoses from exterior spigots to prevent freezing. A •broken exterior spigot typically won’t leak until its next use when the water is turned on.

Inspect fireplace flues and chimney caps for any obstructions. •Sometimes birds will build nests during the summer months that can obstruct ventilation.

Clean out dryer vents, and vacuum out extra lint that passes by •the built-in filter.

Maintain all interior shower and sink drains by ensuring that drains •are not clogged with soap and hair build-up. Contact a qualified plumber, or try pouring boiling water down the drain to flush away build up.

Keep snow cleared away from the gas meter and any exterior •exhaust pipes.

Inspect caulking in all wet areas (showers, sinks, bathtubs, kitchen, •laundry, etc), and re-caulk as needed to prevent leaks that will cause damage to the sub-structure.

Replace furnace filters, and check dampers for proper operation. •

Check that bathroom fans are working properly, and clean grill •covers to assure adequate air flow.

Last but not least, remember to replace batteries in smoke & carbon •monoxide detectors.

Hopefully these tips and reminders will help keep your home in tip-top shape and ensure that it is ready for the coming winter season.

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PR ADER A’S SEMI-CUSTOM HOMES A R ARE COMBINATION OF STYLE & S ITUATION

Start with a series of spacious semi-custom homes, including both two-story and ranch plans, created by two of Colorado’s most celebrated homebuilders. Give the homes a richly detailed architectural style inspired by the

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Oh yes, and get all this for prices in the $500s to the $800s.

What you have is much more than a home. It’s an opportunity.

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Bainbridge offers three floor plans in Pradera: the Milano, the Kalena and the

Bellavita. The homes are as romantic as their names. Expect to find features such as a

gently curving staircase, an octagonal private sitting area in the master bedroom and

a stone-surrounded fireplace in the eating nook. Also expect to fall in love.

GREENBUILT HOMES

GreenBuilt has created three home designs for Pradera: the Stickley, the Pasadena

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Beautiful rustic Colorado-style custom home on a one-acre homesite overlooking •open spaceThe entry opens to a two-story foyer with a dramatic curved staircase and a formal living •room featuring a hand carved limestone fireplaceThe open kitchen and family room design provides access to the back deck complete with •built-in grill and beautiful Pradera viewsA gourmet kitchen boasts rustic beech cabinets, a large island, commercial-grade Kitchen •Aid© stainless steel appliances and granite countertopsThe master suite features a hand carved limestone fireplace, private deck, 5-piece bath, •and a large walk-in closet. Also on the upper level are 3 additional bedrooms, each with a private bath and walk-in closet, as well as space for a second laundry room/bonus areaA finished lower level walkout includes a large recreation room with wet bar, a 5th •bedroom/bonus room and a full bathroomSpecial custom finishes include a stucco and stone exterior with cedar wood detailing, a •concrete tile roof, fully landscaped lot, 4-plus car garage, hickory hardwood floors, and a study with floor-to-ceiling wood paneling and access to the courtyard


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This breathtaking ranch walk-out home utilizes extensive outdoor living space •including an enclosed courtyard with fireplace, wood ceilings and stone walls, a dramatic enclosed entrance, and a large front covered deck with adjacent sun deck to enjoy the view of Pikes PeakThe dramatic entry boasts extensive exposed wood detailing and an adjacent study •with a wood beam ceiling, French doors, and custom built paneling and bookcasesCustom finishes include knotty alder wood doors and trim, extensive ceiling details, •white oak hardwood, tumbled stone floors and Pella® wood windows and doorsThe gourmet kitchen features exposed stone detailing, alder wood cabinetry, slab •granite countertops, commercial-grade appliances and a large island with prep sinkThe master suite is accessed through French doors and includes deck access, a stone •fireplace, comfortable sitting area and a master bathroom that is sure to please with a large corner soaking tub, dual sinks, large shower room and a large walk-in closetThe lower level of this home is packed with amenities including a full bar, climate-•controlled wine cellar, sunken family room with fireplace, theater room, billiards room and two guest suites


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APPLIANCE REPAIRBest Service CompanyTom Hankins303-733-5000www.bscappliancerepair.comtomhankins@bscappliancerepair.com1295 S. Huron St., Denver, CO 80223

ARCHITECTURAL SERVICESWoodley Architectural GroupToni Markow [email protected] S. Ridgeline Blvd. #120, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

ARCHITECTURAL AND INTERIOR DESIGN PHOTOGRAPHYHDR Homes Ryel [email protected]

Koerner Imaging Nate [email protected]

ARCHITECTURAL STONE AND TILEMaterials Marketing Megan Jacobsen303-521-2409www.mstoneandtile.commjacobsen@mstoneandtile.com600 S. Broadway, Denver, CO 80209

BLINDS AND SHUTTERSValue Blinds and Shutters Paul Campbell303-663-8117www.valueblindsandshutters.compaul@valueblindsandshutters.com

DOOR AND WINDOW REPAIRAEI Windows Del Ambrosio [email protected] E. Valley Hi Dr., Parker, CO 80138

FENCE INSTALLATION AND REPAIRD&B FenceDavid [email protected] Meadow Brook Cir., Parker, CO 80138

FLOORING AND COUNTERTOPS (Design Center Consultation)Guy’s Floor ServicePaul [email protected] E. 47th Ave., Denver, CO 80238-2601

GARAGE DOORS AND OPENERSAnkmar DoorDick [email protected] Monaco St., Denver, CO 80216

GARAGE FLOORING AND STORAGECustom Garage Works 866-727-2431www.customgarageworks.cominfo@customgarageworks.com360 S. Lincoln Ave., Loveland, CO 80537

HVAC SYSTEM INSTALLATIONFour Seasons HeatingBrian Stamm303-423-1982www.e-homecomfort.combrian@e-homecomfort.com4896 Marshall St., Wheat Ridge, CO 80033

RESOURCE GUIDE The following companies are happy to assist you with any of your home projects.

INTERIOR REMODELING (Basement finish and outdoor living areas)Ron Groves Interior RemodelingRon [email protected]

KITCHEN CABINETRY AND COUNTERTOPSThe Kitchen Showcase, IncDoug Pfaff303-799-9200www.kitchenshowcase.comdoug@thekitchenshowcase.com6528 S. Racine Cir., Centennial, CO 80111

KC Cabinetry & DesignCraig [email protected] W. County Line Rd., Littleton, CO 80129

LANDSCAPE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTIONAmerican Design & Landscape Kristina Smith-Becker303-841-2820www.americandl.comkris@americandl.com9432 Motsenbocker Rd., Parker, CO 80134

LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE AND SNOW REMOVALHeritage Lawn & LandscapeRyan [email protected] Cloverleaf Cir., Parker, CO 80134

AUDIO, VISUAL & HOME AUTOMATION SYSTEMSSolstice MultimediaTravis Deatherage303-698-9900www.solsticemultimedia.comtravis@solsticemultimedia.com

CUSTOM MIRRORS AND SHOWER DOORSFive Star Glass and MirrorBill [email protected] 995 W. Iliff Ave., Denver, CO 80223

PAVERS AND STONERocky Mountain HardscapesJC [email protected]. Box 1506Eastlake, CO 80614

ROOFINGArapahoe Roofing & Sheet MetalMark Bellitt303-472-5385www.arapahoeroofing.commark@arapahoeroofing.com

SECURITY SYSTEMS (Installation, Monitoring and Servicing)Security CentralJordan Jackson303-721-0111www.securitycentralinc.comjordan@securitycentralinc.com7100 S. Clinton St., Suite 200, Centennial, CO 80112

STUCCO, STONE, BRICK & BLOCKMontiels PlasteringJuan [email protected] S. Carlan Ct.Denver, CO 80219

SURFACE SEALANT (Windows, Concrete, Countertops, Sinks, Showers & Bathtubs)Knoles Caulking ServicesKory [email protected] Buffalo Ave., Broomfield, CO 80020

WINDOW WASHING & DETAILED HOUSEKEEPINGClearview COMargie [email protected] S. Birch Cir., Centennial, CO 80121

WROUGHT IRON & WELDING SERVICESTaylored Iron, IncEd [email protected] Singing Hills Rd., Parker, CO 80138


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