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THE OAKVILLE BEAVER Fri., October 28, 1994 NEW HOMES â€" 4 __,II 2 _ §.Newport cht Club _ attracts attention from far and wide ADVERTISING FEATURE Fith life being so hectic " these days, home is becomâ€" ing a retreat as well as a place to eat and sleep. What could be closer to nirvana than to live near the lake, and enjoy a leisurely stroll whenever the urge strikes? Fred Losani, owner of Stoney Creekâ€"based Losani Homes, feels his latest development provides a rare lifestyle opportunity. Nestled on the shores of Lake Ontario just west of Burlington, the Newport Yacht Club is one of southâ€" ern Ontario‘s most attractive projects. Losani has purchased 54 prestige lots for single family dwellings, and offers a choice of 11 sumptuous plans. The Newport Yacht Club‘s oneâ€"ofâ€" aâ€"kind charm is so alluring that prospective buyers are arriving at the site from as far away as Scarborough. Life beside the lake, just a short drive from the Skyway Bridge and minutes from amenities, appears to have universal appeal. Losani Homes takes Top Honour! e RELEASED THROUGH NEWPORT YACHT CLUB, A LOSANIHOMES SPECTACULAR Beautiful designs In addition to a stunning locale, Losani‘s designs are beautiful. The company‘s construction quality and after sales service are other comâ€" pelling reasons to set down roots here; Losani Homes is recognized by the Ontario New Home Warranty Program as one of the top five builders in the province. Homes start at $162,900, including GST. Ranging in size from 1,395 to 2,200 square feet, they boast such features as allâ€"exterior brick, stone accents, lowâ€"maintenance vinyl case windows, bleached oak flooring, cusâ€" tom carpeting and cathedral ceilings. "I feel the investment value and appreciation potential will attract buyers from across southern Ontario," says Losani. There are four finished models, and the site is open from 2 to 6 p.m. weekdays and on weekends from noon to 6 p.m. The Newport Yacht Club is located just past the Skyway Bridge, minutes from Burlington. Exit at Fruitland Road, turn left, and follow the signs. Eâ€"hat do many homeowners have in mind when planning f their renovation? “Lots of space and an open, bright and relaxed living environment to enjoy with family and friends," accordâ€" ing to members of the Greater Toronto Home Builders‘ Association Renovation Redevelopment Council. Often homeowners assume that they need to add extra floor space to really "open up" their home. In practice, just rearranging interior walls and adding windows can sometimes create that spacious feeling. As one interior designer says, "Living in a poorly designed home makes you think you need more space, when maybe all you need is more Advertising is accepted on the condition that, in the event of a typographical error, that portion of the advertising space occupied by erroneous item, together with a reasonable allowance for signature, will not be charged for, but the balance of the advertisement will be paid for at the acceptable rate. The publisher reserves the right to categorize and reject advertising. In the event of a typographical error, advertising goods or services at the wrong price, goods or services may not be sold. Advertising is merely an offer to sell and may be withdrawn at any time. Publisher ROBERT GLASBEY Advertising Director Sales Coâ€"ordinator Features Editor effectively designed space." Older homes were built for yesterâ€" day‘s lifestyle; by eliminating walls and combining rooms you can create a home that suits the way we live today. Lots of natural light is one of the secrets to developing a feeling of spaâ€" ciousness. Lighter and brighter open areas pull some of the "outside" into the home. Today‘s energyâ€"efficient windows and skylights let you create a warm, sunny interior without high heating bills. Design details, such as running windows close to the floor, can also increase natural light and provide a view to the outdoors, even When you‘re relaxing on the couch. When additional floor area is desired, professional renovators recomâ€" mend longâ€"term planning that considâ€" ers both what you need today and what you will need five or ten years from now. This is particularly important if you like your present neighborhood and plan to remain in your home after the children have grown and moved away. "The golden rule for additions is that they should Jook and feel as if they have always been there," according to Joe Divita of Metrohome Design Builders Ltd. "Looks and function should go handâ€"inâ€"hand. From the outside, it must belong visually, and on the inside, it must be integrated into the natural flow of the house." "Sometimes you need to be able to see past the walls to come up with the right solution," says Carl Hermann of Windemere Custom Homes, who recently completed an addition design for a small bungalow. A second story addition was out of the homeowners price range, and the initial plan for a new bedroom, laundry room and bathroom behind the kitchen at the back of the house would have resulted in a choppedâ€"up layout and awkward traffic flow. Instead, Hermann added two new bedrooms at the back, extended the hallway from the front of the house into the addition, and converted the existing bedroom into a bathroom and laundry room. Renovators caution homeowners against getting too enthusiastic about changes and additions to the home before they have checked with their local building authorities. The zoning byâ€"laws in your neighborhood may limit options. Before you design that addition in the back, find out what local regulations permit you to do. Talking with a professional renovaâ€" tor can help you get your renovation plans on track; knowledgeable advice on how much space is enough can help you make the right decisions and get the best value for your renovation dolâ€" lar. For ‘a copy of Professional Renovation magazine and a list of GTHBA professional renovator memâ€" bers call (416) 391â€"HOME. k 467 Speers Road Oakville, Ontario Published by: