Denver Homes Celebrated Nationally

Posted on June 30, 2012 by KenST

Denver is a great city for architecture, with a variety of styles. The Mile-High City has always held a deep appreciation for solid materials, family-oriented lifestyles, and views of the great outdoors. Here’s a look at some Denver residences that have been celebrated by national magazines.

Architectural Digest showed a Colorado home which followed the contours of its steep site and preserved the surrounding trees. Interior designer Laurel Quint chose appropriate and comfortable furnishings.

Image via Architectural Digest. Photo: David O. Marlow

Traditional Home celebrated an elegant Denver kitchen by Bill Ohs, who stated that Denver residents appreciate craftsmanship and wood.

Image via Traditional Home.

Elle Decor showed Denver’s cosmopolitan side in this art lover’s home downtown, by British architect David Adjaye. The stools and counter in the kitchen were designed by Boulder’s Eliav Nissan, with Art With Function.

Image via Elle Decor; Photo: Emily Minton-Redfield

4th of July Events in Denver

Posted on June 29, 2012 by KenST

Four Mile Park. An Old Fashioned 4th Celebration will be held at historic Four Mile Park, a special 12 acre site featuring Denver’s oldest standing structure, pioneer exhibits, and guided tours regarding Colorado’s frontier past.
Fireworks. There will be traditional fireworks displays, but the recent wildfire has led some venues to change plans. For the latest details, visit The Denver Post.
Denver Art Museum. Yves Saint Laurent: The Retrospective is on view at the Denver Art Museum until July 8. YSL was an iconic designer and his gowns and other works are displayed beautifully in this exhibition.
Denver Museum of Nature & Science. The exhibit Lizards and Snakes runs at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science until July 8. Children and adults get to view more than 60 live snakes and lizards from five continents.
The day after. July 5, The Cherry Creek Arts Festival has its opening gala. This exclusive art preview and buying reception culminates in a memorable culinary dinner experience. Gala information here.

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New Home Sales Rose at Fastest Pace In 2 Years

Posted on June 27, 2012 by KenST

Looking to buy a new home? You aren’t the only one, the Commerce Department is reporting that the sales of new homes increased 7.6 percent in May from April to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 369,000 homes. With mortgage rates at a record low now is the time to buy a home.

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According to the National Association of Home Builders, “Each home built creates an average of three jobs for a year and generates about $90,000 in tax revenue.”

Even despite the weak job market, sales of new homes have been increasing at a steady rate.

If you are looking for a custom built home in Denver check out Alpert Home’s Valentia Court, a gated community just minutes from Downtown Denver and the popular Cherry Creek shopping center.

Explore Denver Area Parks This Summer

Posted on June 25, 2012 by KenST

Get outdoors this summer and explore one of the many Denver area parks. Did you know that there are 200 city and mountain parks, and several more rivers and trail areas here in Denver? Many open all year round. According to the Denver Post, the Denver Park System, which is 138 years old, is “made up of 154.9 square miles of urban forest alone.” From the trendy Washington Park to City Park, which is modeled after New York City’s famed Central Park, there is something for every walk of life to enjoy here in Denver.

One of the most famous parks in Denver is Red Rocks. Its amphitheater is one of the most iconic entertainment venues in the world.

Red Rocks Park

What is your favorite Denver area park? To learn more about Denver parks visit denvergov.org or check out Denver Post’s “30 days to explore 30 parks in and around Denver”.

Now In Progress: The Denver City Open

Posted on June 20, 2012 by KenST

Photo via the Denver Post

Things are in full swing at the 2012 Denver City Open. The fun started last Friday, June 15th and will last through the weekend with the tournament culminating on Sunday, June 24th.

As part of the Colorado Grand Slam, the Denver City Open is the first in the three tennis tournaments in the Rocky Mountain region. The other two are the Colorado State Open and the Boulder Open.

You can catch live coverage of the Denver City Open on Court #1 via denvertennisclub.com. You can also view the Denver City Open draws and results at tennislink.usta.com/TOURNAMENTS.

Alpert Signature Homes are proud sponsors of the 96th Annual Denver City Open.

The Venice Floor Plan At Valentia Court in Denver

Posted on June 9, 2012 by KenST

We wanted to feature another popular floor plan at our Valentia Court community in Denver. The Venice is a Ranch style plan with 2 bedrooms, a study (which can easily be converted into a 3 bedroom) and a large kitchen with work island. Our Ranch floor plan is designed for ease and convenience. There is an option for a finished basement available, which would add additional bedrooms.

Take a look closer look at The Venice Floor Plan below.

Valentia Court, by Alpert Signature Homes, is a beautiful gated community with 66 unique homes just minutes from Downtown Denver, Cherry Creek and the Denver Tech Center. In addition to The Venice, Valentia Court offers 7 floorplans ranging from approximately 1600 to 2800 square feet. Homes range in price from $330,000 to $425,000.

If you are interested in learning more about The Venice floor plan or Valentia Court please email sales@alperthomes.com or give us a call at 303-288-7777. More images are available to view on our Facebook fan page.

Don’t Miss the Annual Denver City Open

Posted on June 7, 2012 by KenST

Alpert Signature Homes is proud to be a sponsor of the 96^th Annual Denver City Open, which will be hosted by the Denver Tennis Club on June 15-24^th, 2012. There’s no reason to fly across the Atlantic to watch the French Open or Wimbledon, the Denver City Open is held conveniently in your own backyard.

Through the years the tournament has attracted top college tennis players as well as touring professionals. This year the Denver City Open will include the Denver Junior City Open, which will showcase the top junior players from across the Rocky Mountain region.

For more information please visit denvertennisclub.com.