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Sneak a Peek of the Progress at Summers Corner

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Summers Corner RenderingFrontDoor Communities was selected as one of the home builders for the much-anticipated Summers Corner project, located in the heart of South Carolina’s Lowcountry in Summerville between Beech Hill Road and Summers Drive. Construction of five model homes is underway along with a number of amenities at Summers Corner, where modern amenities meet small-town charm.

FrontDoor Communities, alongside Sabal Homes and Eastwood Homes, will develop a garden-like community with several small, distinct neighborhoods that mimic a small town centered around a park. Sprawling more than 6,000 acres, the community will have numerous amenities including Buffalo Lake with a pavilion and canoe launch; a neighborhood pool house; an outdoor market and a multi-faceted trail system, among others. The community will also boast common areas where residents can gather for a glass of wine or craft beer with neighbors, join a yoga class, enjoy a farm-to-table dinner, have a cup of coffee, take in a flower or vegetable gardening demonstration, or browse the wall art installation. Summers Corner will also have a future Village Center complete with opportunities for shopping, dining and even working.

Garden Portfolio Rendering

With historic Lowcountry architecture influences, five distinct home portfolios have been announced so far – Cottage, Terrace, Garden, Manor and Heritage home styles – with more to come. Designed to honor the nature around them, none of the homes will be farther than a two-minute walk from the park. This unique, one-of-a-kind community is founded on the time-honored principle of connection with nature and each other. The atmosphere that Summers Corner will provide is a live, work, play community in the truest form.

The first neighborhoods are estimated to bring 400 homes. FrontDoor Communities will offer homes in the Cottage, Terrace and Garden portfolios, with plans ranging from 1,300 to 2,800 square feet and prices starting in the high $200,000s. Homes will be ready for sale later this fall.

On Saturday, Aug. 1, there will be a preview event for potential homeowners to see the Corner House, view homes under construction and learn more about Summers Corner. Held from 9 to 11:30 a.m., attendees must be on the list to attend the preview. To sign up for the Summers Corner interest list, register on the Summers Corner website in the “Join Us” section.

For more information on the vision of this one-of-a-kind community, visit www.SummersCorner.com. To learn more about building a home with FrontDoor Communities, visit www.FrontDoorCommunities.com.

John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods Designer Model Wins a 2015 Aurora Award

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BridgeMill Living RoomJohn Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods is excited to announce that its Chesapeake Designer Model at BridgeMill in Fort Mill was a recent Best of State: South Carolina winner at this year’s Aurora Awards for interior merchandising. Presented at the Southeast Builders Conference Black Tie Gala event at the Rosen Center in Orlando, FL on July 18, 2015, the competitive award competition recognizes achievements in building design. The Chesapeake Designer Model features an innovative floorplan from the builder’s Signature Portfolio with interior merchandising design by Maryland-based Builders Design.

The Florida Home Builders Association, one of the largest associations of its kind, sponsors the competition. The Aurora Awards are presented to outstanding builders, planners, architects, developers, designers and interior merchandisers within a twelve state southeastern and eastern Caribbean region.

Since its inception 35 years ago, the design competition continues to grow and honor residential and commercial designers and builders in 135 categories. Categories consist of Commercial, Residential, Price Point, Energy Efficiency, Green Building, Merchandising, Interior Design and many more. The winners in these categories also recognize major team members that contributed on the project.
An Aurora Award can be awarded to one entrant in each of the 135 categories. In addition to the 135 categories, there are Grand Aurora Awards based on sub categories and one (this year there was a tie) Golden Aurora Award for the whole competition. For a complete list of all winners, please visit www.TheAuroras.com.

Below is the award that The Chesapeake at BridgeMill won at this year’s event:

2015 Aurora Award
Interior Merchandising – $750,001 to $1,000,000
Merchandising Firm: Builders Design
The Chesapeake
Fort Mill, SC
Team Members Include: Builders Design, John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods, JWHN Architectural Design Studio

To learn more about BridgeMill and The Chesapeake, call 803-548-2866 or visit www.jwhomes.com/bridgemill.

Taste and Tour at Freeman’s Point on James Island

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Lowcountry home at Freeman's Point on James Island smallMark your calendars to attend a Taste and Tour event to explore all that Freeman’s Point has to offer! FrontDoor Communities, along with Ashton Woods Homes and Carolina One New Homes, will host the event at Freeman’s Point, a new waterfront community on James Island, this Saturday, July 25 from 11 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.

At the Taste and Tour event, you will have the chance to tour two decorated model homes from FrontDoor Communities and Ashton Woods, stroll dockside while taking in the waterfront views and indulge in refreshments with delectable fare from In Season Catering. You can even cool off with a treat from King of Pops! Attendees will also have the chance to enter a drawing to win a handcrafted hammock from Pawley’s Island® Hammocks.

Freeman’s Point is the most sought-after waterfront address in Charleston. This community features a 1,000-foot waterfront park for all homeowners to enjoy, modern amenities and quality designed homes that work in tandem with its picturesque coastal setting, which together elevate Freeman’s Point above other communities in the area. Residents can launch their boat at the community boat ramp and spend the day on the water or take part in a relaxing evening watching the sunset on the dock. Other amenities found at Freeman’s Point include a community pool, pavilion, fireside lounge and fishing pier.

lifestyle at Freeman's Point on James IslandEngulf yourself in the waterfront lifestyle that is Freeman’s Point. With the option of Parkside homes beginning in the $300,000s or Waterfront homes starting in the $700,000s, FrontDoor Communities has a place for everyone looking for the perfect waterfront community.

FrontDoor Communities offers better homes through quality design that require less maintenance and consume less energy. The finely crafted homes at Freeman’s Point blend timeless architecture intrinsic to the Lowcountry with modern floor plans and amenities that will stand the test of time.

Located only a quick boat ride away or short drive from many waterfront dining and entertainment options, Freeman’s Point is also just a 15 minute drive from downtown Charleston and down the road from Folly Beach.

To RSVP for the Freeman’s Point Taste and Tour event, visit www.FreemansPoint.com or call 843-406-6636. Ask for Julie Gustavon or Emily Shapiro to learn more about this event or the new homes available at Freeman’s Point.

Two New Designer Model Homes at BridgeMill in South Charlotte

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BridgeMill living roomJohn Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods is celebrating the completion of two new designer model homes at BridgeMill, the company’s popular club neighborhood in convenient Fort Mill. For the first time, home buyers are able to get a look at The Chesapeake and The Mayer, two inspiring new designs from the John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods Signature Portfolio. The designer models are now open daily for home buyers to tour.

BridgeMill offers an innovative and diverse collection of new homes along with activities and amenities for all ages and interests. The Chesapeake Designer Model is part of the John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods Signature Portfolio’s Heritage Collection combining traditional architectural detailing with an innovative, open interior design highlighted by its large open living areas and flexible bonus spaces. The Mayer Designer Model comes from the Signature Portfolio’s Manor Series and is set apart by its distinctive brick exterior and its unique gourmet kitchen design which features not one but two large working islands – perfect for entertaining and every day.

The Chesapeake and Mayer models are located just across from BridgeMill’s new Summer Club, the latest addition to the Amenities at BridgeMillneighborhoods extensive club amenities. The Summer Club adds another swimming pool, inviting club pavilion and children’s playground for homeowners to enjoy.

To learn more about BridgeMill and these designer homes, call 803-548-2866 or visit www.jwhomes.com/bridgemill.

Limited Opportunity for Waterfront Living on James Island

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new home on James Island from FrontDoor CommunitiesFrontDoor Communities is offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to secure a waterfront home at their newly built community, Freeman’s Point, which is located on James Island. Dive into waterfront living at Freeman’s Point, where you have the opportunity to customize your home and receive $5,000 in designer options and upgrades.

Prospective home buyers can now tour The Creekside home. At 3,300 square feet, this home features four bedrooms and four-and-a-half bathrooms, a wraparound porch and a shared dock with a drive-on slip for the homeowner’s convenience. Buyers can own this dream waterfront home at Freeman’s Point for $869,900.

Enjoy James Island’s most premier views from the Freeman’s Point community, which features a 1,000-foot waterfront park for all homeowners to enjoy. More amenities found at Freeman’s Point include a community pool, pavilion, fireside lounge, dock and fishing pier, and boat access to the private dock on Seaside Creek. Homeowners will also benefit from the neighborhood connectivity via waterfront greenway and trail, as well as spending time at the community’s private park with gazebo, playground and picnic area.

Freeman's Point Waterfront viewTake pleasure in the oasis that is Freeman’s Point, which has river access to Charleston Harbor and Seaside Creek. Take a quick boat ride to indulge in waterfront dining and entertainment, and know that downtown Charleston is only a 15 minute drive from the community. In addition, Freeman’s Point is located close to Morris Island and Folly Beach.

For more information on how to secure a waterfront home at Freeman’s Point, contact Julie Gustavon or Emily Shapiro at 843-406-6636 to set up your private tour today. You can also find more information and pictures of Freeman’s Point online at www.FDCCharleston.com/FreemansPte.