David Weekley Homes Opens Third Model in Texas 288 Master-Planned Community of Meridiana
MANVEL, IOWA COLONY, TX (November 29, 2016) – David Weekley Homes has opened its third model home in the all-new Texas 288 master-planned community of Meridiana, its second in the community’s exclusive, gated section of 80-foot homesites. Situated in Meridiana’s gated section of Galileo Pointe, David Weekley’s new two-story model home is a five-bedroom, four-bath showcase with gourmet island kitchen, open-concept family room, formal dining, first-floor owner’s retreat, study and guest bedroom. Upstairs, families will enjoy spacious secondary bedrooms, gameroom and optional media room. David Weekley Homes now offers two fully furnished model homes in Meridiana’s 80-foot section and one in the community’s 50-foot section. Several quick move-in homes also are available. Meridiana offers 12 model homes, each fully furnished and professionally decorated, open Monday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sunday noon – 6 p.m. Masterfully designed, Meridiana presents new homes from the $230s to the $500s, including those in cul-de-sacs and secluded gated sections, by David Weekley Homes, CalAtlantic Homes, Highland Homes, Perry Homes, Plantation Homes, Shea Homes, Taylor Morrison and Trendmaker Homes. Nestled among lakes and winding trails, Meridiana’s homesites also are five feet deeper than those in other master-planned communities. Its lakefront Amenity Village, now completed ahead of the community’s Spring 2017 grand opening, features a family pool and cabanas, lap pool, splash pad with slides, fitness center, amphitheater for outdoor concerts, café, fishing pier and outdoor play area with all-weather ping pong and foosball tables, shaded sitting areas and lush central lawn. It also offers a glass-walled conservatory set over the water, ideal for events, and an Ambassador Yacht for Meridiana canine ambassador Soleil, the community’s lovable golden retriever. The community is home to the all-new, on-site Meridiana Elementary School and, opening fall 2018, a new Alvin Independent School District competition varsity stadium. Meridiana is located on Texas Highway 288 and Meridiana Parkway (formerly County Road 56) minutes south of Highway 6. METRO STAR Vanpool service is available from the community north to the Texas Medical Center and south to several Brazoria County employers. For the latest information on Meridiana and its new homes, go to www.MeridianaTexas.com and sign up to receive e-mail updates from the community. Also, follow Meridiana at www.Facebook.com/MeridianaTexas and on Twitter and Instagram...
Read MoreMeridiana Hosts Synchronized Holiday Light Showcase, Photos With Santa
MANVEL/IOWA COLONY, TX (November 11, 2016) – A new family holiday experience featuring a dazzling display of sparkling lights synchronized to music, photos with Santa and more is coming to the all-new Texas 288 master-planned community of Meridiana. The magic of Merry Meridiana comes to life nightly, November 25 – December 31, as thousands of twinkle lights lining Meridiana Parkway dance magically for visitors as they drive the community of new homes. Plus, Meridiana’s all-new Amenity Village will host free photos with Santa and complimentary hot chocolate December 3-4 & 10-11. On these two weekends, enjoy special visits with Santa on Saturdays, noon – 7 p.m., and Sundays, noon – 6 p.m. To reach Meridiana, take the new Meridiana Parkway exit (3.5 miles south of Highway 6) off Texas 288 and follow the temporary detour to the community entry. Upon arriving, families can set their radios to FM 87.9 to enjoy the Merry Meridiana holiday light showcase as it dances magically to holiday tunes. For details, go to www.MeridianaTexas.com and click on Merry Meridiana. Masterfully designed, Meridiana offers new homes from the $230s to the $500s, including those in cul-de-sacs and secluded gated sections, by CalAtlantic Homes, David Weekley Homes, Highland Homes, Perry Homes, Plantation Homes, Shea Homes, Taylor Morrison and Trendmaker Homes. Nestled among lakes and winding trails, Meridiana’s homesites also are five feet deeper than those in other master-planned communities. The community is home to the all-new, on-site Meridiana Elementary School and, opening fall 2018, a new Alvin Independent School District competition varsity...
Read MoreHoliday Light Showcase, Candy Cane Island, Comes to Katy Master-Planned Community
A new holiday experience is coming to Katy as the master-planned community of Cane Island is magically transformed into Candy Cane Island, a holiday showplace for the entire family. Candy Cane Island opens nightly, November 25 – December 31, when the community’s all-new Amenity Village transitions into a holiday spectacular complete with thousands of sparkling lights synchronized to holiday songs. Plus, the Cane Island Amenity Village will host free photos with Santa and complimentary hot chocolate December 3-4 & 10-11. On these two weekends, enjoy special visits with Santa on Saturdays, noon – 7 p.m., and Sundays noon – 6 p.m. To reach Cane Island, take the new Cane Island Parkway exit off Interstate 10 minutes west of the Grand Parkway. Head north on Cane Island Parkway, take the temporary detour into the community and follow the signs to the Amenity Village. For details, go to www.CaneIsland.com and click on Candy Cane Island. Voted 2016 Community of the Year by the Greater Houston Builders Association, Cane Island is one of the most sought-after master-planned communities west of Houston. The community offers new luxury homes from the $200s to the millions, including those in gated sections and on prized, cul-de-sac homesites from Coventry Homes, David Weekley Homes, Perry Homes, Ryland Homes, Shea Homes, Toll Brothers and Trendmaker Homes. Residents enjoy a resort-style Amenity Village along with easy access onto Interstate 10 via the Cane Island Parkway. The community also offers The Estates at Cane Island, a gated custom home neighborhood with Houston’s first street...
Read MoreKaty’s Cane Island Names Kathalyn “Kat” Garza as Lifestyle Coordinator
Kat Garza never dreamed she would work for Cane Island when she moved to the new Katy master-planned community with her husband and two small children. “We were looking for a community to raise our kids with good schools and a short work commute to the Energy Corridor where my husband works,” she says. “I never thought my new job would be right in my backyard!” As Cane Island’s new Lifestyle Coordinator, Garza will be responsible for planning a range of activities for residents and prospective homebuyers including movie nights, wine and cheese events, fun runs, walks and holiday festivals. “I love Cane Island’s hometown feel, welcoming atmosphere and the opportunity to interact with our neighbors,” Garza adds. “When presented the opportunity as the community’s new Lifestyle Coordinator, I jumped at it.” Garza replaces Olivia Montagna who moved with her family to upstate New York. One of the most sought-after master-planned communities west of Houston, Cane Island offers new luxury homes from the $200s to the millions, including those in gated sections and on prized, cul-de-sac homesites from Coventry Homes, Toll Brothers, Ryland Homes, Shea Homes, David Weekley Homes, Perry Homes and Trendmaker Homes. Residents enjoy a resort-style Amenity Village along with easy access onto Interstate 10 via the Cane Island Parkway. The community also offers The Estates at Cane Island, a gated custom home neighborhood with Houston’s first street pantries. To reach Cane Island, take the new Cane Island Parkway exit off Interstate 10 minutes west of the Grand Parkway. Head north on Cane Island Parkway and take the temporary detour into the community. For more information and for e-mail updates from the community, go to www.CaneIsland.com. Also, follow the community at www.Facebook.com/CaneIslandKatyTX and on Instagram and Twitter...
Read MoreLongtime Member of Iconic Band Chicago to Perform in Katy’s Cane Island
The Katy master-planned community of Cane Island will host an Evening with Bill Champlin, the soulful singer/keyboardist of the iconic jazz-pop band Chicago, on Saturday, November 19 in the Cane Island Amenity Village, 2100 Cane Island Parkway, starting at 7:30 p.m. Presented by Downunda Pools, the free concert will showcase the talents of the singer/songwriter best known for his role in the Chicago hits “Hard Habit to Break” and “Look Away.” Champlin, who spent 28 years with legendary band, also won a Grammy Award for Best Rhythm and Blues Song “After The Love Has Gone” made popular by Earth, Wind & Fire. Champlin will be joined on stage by his wife Tamara, an emerging singer/songwriter in her own right. Houston’s David Ward Trio also will entertain guests before and after Champlin’s performance. The Cane Island Amenity Village will open at 6 p.m. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome. To reach Cane Island, take the new Cane Island Parkway exit off Interstate 10 minutes west of the Grand Parkway. Head north on Cane Island Parkway and take the temporary detour into the community. Directions also can be found at...
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