Centex treats homeowners to barbecue Centex Homes recently held a barbecue for homeowners and potential buyers at its Encantada neighborhood in the southwestern valley.
Adhesive fixes leaks <b>DEAR MIKE:</b> I have a problem with my plumbing. Below my kitchen sink is a copper pipe that comes out of the wall, extends for about a foot and then goes back into the wall. I have noticed a small leak coming from a fitting and it needs to be repaired. My problem is that I'm scared to use a torch as I don't want to burn my house down. Is there any other choice? -- Scott M.
Turnberry brings personal electronic concierge to towers An electronic amenities system that serves as a personal concierge is planned for all residences at Turnberry Towers, a high-rise condominium development by Turnberry Associates.
Queensridge condos under construction One Queensridge Place, a luxury-condominium development, is under construction at the southwest corner of Rampart Boulevard and Alta Drive in Las Vegas.
US Home designs floor plans of 'mansionlike' dimensions US Home sales manager Michele Loker likens the builder's latest homes to breaking the sound barrier. The company offers homes that approach or exceed 5,000 square feet at three of its newest neighborhoods, Earlstone at Anthem, Arroyo Canyon and White Horse Estates, the latter of which has a floor plan measuring as large as 4,993 square feet.
Realtors set blood drive The Greater Las Vegas Association of Realtors, in conjunction with United Blood Services, is sponsoring a blood drive Monday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The location is the association's office at 1750 E. Sahara Ave.
Chateau Versailles strikes balance for downsizers Jim and Vicki Lynch decided downsizing to a low-maintenance condominium development would free up more time for them to enjoy life. That was their conclusion after touring several houses for sale.
Boca Raton reports strong sales Boca Raton Condominiums, a mid-rise project being built at Las Vegas Boulevard and Serene Avenue, has reported brisk sales.
Planting a seed Several students of landscape architecture at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, saw their studies germinate from classroom lessons to working designs. They participated in a special project in which they worked together with landscape professionals and a local couple to create a residential landscape.
Amenities key to Siena life Siena, an age-qualified village in Summerlin, provides a variety of resort-style amenities for residents to enjoy.
Sandhurst developer schedules broker bash Members of the real estate brokerage community are invited to the grand opening of the sales and design center for Sandhurst Las Vegas, a 398-unit luxury high-rise condominium development to be constructed in downtown Las Vegas. The sales center is located at 1023 Iron Horse Court, just off of Grand Central Parkway and adjacent to the future site of the tower and its amenities.
Residences posts brisk condo sales Units at the Residences at MGM Grand sell quickly because of the condominium-hotel's proximity to the Las Vegas Strip, according to Dan Riordan, sales director.
Zigzag books on shelves to alleviate cluttered look <b>DEAR GAIL:</b> My husband and I are retired teachers and have a very large collection of books in our family room. We have three bookcases filled. Even though we are not really ready to let any of them go, I was wondering what we could do to the bookcases to make them look nicer, instead of just having rows and rows of books. Some days they just look so cluttered. -- Rosemarie R.
State of Nevada releases valley apartment study The Nevada Department of Business & Industry Housing Division has released the results of its second-quarter 2005 multifamily housing survey. The report encompasses the Greater Las Vegas Valley, the Greater Reno/Sparks Area, and rural Nevada.
Aliante sets annual ice cream, pet event Aliante will host its third annual Ice Cream Sunday and Pet Adoption next Sunday. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the master-planned community's 20-acre Nature Discovery Park in North Las Vegas.
Ryland Homes' Montage features three-story plan Residence Two, one of five two- and three-story floor plans Ryland Homes will offer at Montage at West Park in Summerlin, accommodates buyers' varied lifestyles, according to the builder.
Rhodes Homes unveils La Luna at Tuscany Rhodes Homes opened La Luna at Tuscany Residential Village in Henderson Saturday, allowing visitors to see the first phases of the Tuscan-inspired homes.
