2012 Inspiration Home

Finally A Home That Works In Harmony With Your Life

The Manor at Hollingsworth Park at Verdae in Greenville, SC

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Going The Extra Mile

hris Rogers found success building

high-end

custom

homes. Jerry Fay oversaw high-volume production at a regional home builder that built several hundred homes per year.

When they combined their strengths,

they created a company that brings together the best of both worlds – the quality and features of a custom home with the bestpractices and efficiency of a volume builder.

“We go all over the country visiting other

“What separates our building style is creativity within every inch of the house.”

markets to find the best products and the best procedures,” Fay said. “All of the innovations, all of the green initiatives.”

Then they bring those ideas back to the Upstate, where they build homes at a variety of price points.

“We provide people with options they didn’t know they had,” Rogers said. “We challenge our vendors to do the same thing.”

more quickly, more efficiently and less

Using this “plug-and-play” idea, clients

expensively.”

can comb through a huge variety of offerings and choose exactly what they would like in

While the showcase home is where

their dream home, whether their budget is

many of their creative ideas are together in

$250,000 or a million-plus.

one eye-popping place, Milestone can work

Rogers, who founded Milestone Custom

with most any client and budget to choose

Homes in 1995, was the sole owner for nine

just the features that will make a difference

years, until he partnered with Fay in 2004.

in their lives.

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“With his practices and systems, and

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building style is creativity within every inch

got a lot better, and are able to do things

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Fay even goes to clients’ homes to see how they live, and then he and Rogers come up with solutions that improve daily life. These special touches have included a niche for golf clubs, a doll house, a dog palace, a kitty closet, USB charging stations, ballet barres, and custom shoe closets.

“It’s just planning, and can be things that are in any price range,” Fay says. “It’s practical to put them in.”

For the Inspiration Home, they went all out, with trademark special features, big and small, scattered throughout the home, including the spectacular home gym, a kitty palace and a built-in slide hidden in a wall.

“We like the iHome because we want people to see the kinds of things we do,” Rogers said. “So it’s not just a pretty house at the end, but is something that helps educate people about their home, what they should look for, and what quality looks like.”

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TOURING Welcome to the 2012 Inspiration Home, where you’ll find over 11,000 square feet brimming with beauty and great ideas. Please refer to these useful tips to make the most of your visit.

Buy your tickets early. A limited number of tickets are available.

Remember your smartphone or iPad and your camera. Yes, you’re allowed to take pictures and share with friends on this tour. You’ll even have the opportunity to use your smartphone to interact and download additional information.

Park-and-Ride Event: The 2012 Inspiration Home Tour is a park-andride event. The home is built in a small, gated section of the Hollingsworth community that cannot accommodate event parking. Please plan to park in one of the designated, convenient parking locations. Please follow signage to the appropriate parking area and proceed to the tent area to board the shuttle. Free shuttle service will be running every 20 minutes during tour dates and times.

• Greenville First Bank Inspiration Home Parking (hosted by Greenville Humane Society) 100 Verdae Blvd., Greenville, SC 29607 • Jeff Lynch Appliance & TV Center Inspiration Home Parking (hosted by SC Mountains to Midlands Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®) 17 Roper Mountain Rd., Greenville, SC 29607 Dress for comfort. Please wear comfortable walking shoes.

Allow plenty of time. The 2012 Inspiration Home Tour is a guided experience that will last approximately 45 minutes. Please be aware that the tour could take longer during peak touring times.

Tour Restrictions: To protect the home’s unique flooring, no high-heeled shoes or strollers will be allowed. All shoes will be covered with booties before entering the home. Food or beverages of any kind, smoking on the grounds, and pets are also prohibited.

Service Animals: Persons with guide animals may contact info@ ihomesc.com to make a reservation by December 1, 2012.

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Wheelchair Accessibility: Most of the tour site is NOT wheelchair accessible and features several steps to climb.

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Ticket Sales to Benefit

Community Groups 100% goes to Susan G. Komen and the Humane Society Thanks to the generous sponsorship of numerous Inspiration Home

Cynthia Fryer, president of the board

last year. “We’ve had a huge positive

sponsors and partners, every penny raised through ticket sales is going

of directors. “They have been great

response to these services, which

directly to two local non-profit organizations.

champions for us, helping us fight

we offer to the community for free,”

breast cancer and bring awareness.”

she said. “This money will allow us to

The S.C. Mountains to Midlands affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® was a part of the 2009 Inspiration Home Tour in 2009, and they

Of each $10 ticket designated to

cover the costs of these educational

are thrilled to be involved again. “We like partnering with Milestone,” said

benefit the local Komen affiliate, 75%

services,” such as job training for

stays in the community, providing

special needs students, among other

grants to organizations that provide

programs. It will also help defray the

services such as breast cancer screen-

costs of caring for the 150 pets cur-

ings, treatment and helping those who

rently in the adoption center.

have been diagnosed. The remaining

“We are honored and very touched

25% will go to national research to

that the homeowners love their own

help find a cure, Fryer said.

The newest beneficiary, the Greenville Humane Society, was chosen by the homeowner due to their love of animals. According to Kim Pitman, executive director, the funds are greatly needed and sincerely appreciated.

Since the organization doesn’t receive any state or county funding, “we totally rely on private donations to help run our operations,” Pitman said.

The Humane Society moved into a new building and expanded education and community outreach services

“Every penny raised through ticket sales goes to the charities.”

pets and are passionate about our cause,” Pitman said.

Both organizations are also getting involved with the Inspiration Home through their dedicated volunteers.

More than 300 volunteers from each group are set to help in a variety of ways during the eight-day event.

Community members who want to help one of these organizations – while touring an amazing home filled with great ideas – can purchase tickets directly from either organization at their offices, on their websites, or at locations such as Bi-Lo, Jeff Lynch Appliance and TV Center and Postcard from Paris Home. There are a limited number of tickets available, so don’t wait!

Visit www.ihomesc.com for a link to all of the ways you can purchase tickets and benefit the worthy organization of your choice.

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a hydrotherapy shower. There’s even a laundry

The Exterior

station with a full-size stackable washer and

The exterior of the 2012 Inspiration Home reflects the beauty and attention to detail visitors will find throughout. Don’t miss the natural Indiana limestone, hand-selected and installed by Samson Stone. This is the first time this stunning material has been used in the Upstate. The exterior also features Cypress Forest Brick, a low-maintenance landscape, casement windows and shingles that boast the highest safety rating available while enhancing the home with high-definition color.

dryer – perfect for busy lifestyles.

Upstairs Head upstairs to find two adorable children’s suites, along with plush guest room, all with furnishings provided by Jeff Lynch Appliance and TV Center. Each room includes its own walk-in closet and bathroom, plus many special features that turn this level into a wonderland for any age.

Children’s Rooms

The Foyer, Study, & ‘Secret Room’

The little girl’s room includes a large built-in

The foyer, study and “secret room” welcome guests with a fresh take on traditional style created by Linda McDougald Design | Postcard from Paris Home. Details abound, including heavy wainscoting, custom built-ins and a custom Spanish cedar front door. Don’t forget to look down – the Burchette & Burchette hardwood flooring was imported from France, cut from the heart of antique French oak to showcase a cathedral pattern. It was then hand-scraped to create a softly aged look. Be on the lookout for a secret door in the foyer – you’ll want to find out where it leads!

desk, plus a playhouse with custom window and doorway, while the little boy’s room features a built-in desk and a play loft with skylight. There is another convenient laundry room, along with a kitty palace – the ultimate retreat for the family pet. There’s a separate play area as creative as a child’s imagination, with a craft studio, an entertainment stage and even a wall slide, all bathed in natural light thanks to skylights.

Gymnasium Sports fans and active types will not want to miss the jaw-dropping gymnasium on the terrace level, or the glass sky box on the home’s

The Master Suite

main level. This is the perfect spot for a pick-up

The master suite is the definition of relaxed elegance, with a stunning crystal chandelier, large his-and-hers closets and a hidden door that allows that ultimate luxury – privacy. This room also offers a private patio overlooking the

game or practice, with maple hardwood floors, professional goals and even a locker room!

The skybox, with its commanding view of the basketball court, is the ideal spot to watch the action. continue

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LED lights that create stunning effects.

Terrace Level The

terrace

level,

furnished

The owners can even manage the by

Jeff Lynch, is designed for modern living, family relaxation and casual entertaining. The in-home Internet cafe, with its built-in coffee and smoothie bar, is the place for catching up on work and homework or gathering for family game nights.

The same Indiana limestone from the home’s exterior shows up here as well in a large stone arched wall, creating a eye-catching focal point. Stay fit with ease in the fitness studio equipped with HDTV and great sound.

offers luxurious seating and the latest audiovisual equipment, bringing the theater experience home. TThere’s can’t

and this one, designed by Postcard from Paris Home, continues the sophisticated yet relaxed feel, with striking white and gray Caesarstone countertops,

matte

gray

glass

tiles and textural linen upholstery.

Cabinets by Mullinax Woodworks and a custom-designed range hood complement the top-quality Sub-

cookouts are a snap thanks to the

flock to the home theater, which

you

The kitchen is the heart of the home,

48'' dual fuel Wolf Range. Family

Family members and guests will

technology

The Kitchen

Zero refrigerator and freezer and

Home Theatre

also

pool pump via their iPhone or iPad.

see

throughout the home, including an HVAC system that not only conditions the space, but cleans the air

Patio & Pool The resort-style patio and pool offers plenty of wow factor, with a gorgeous 55,000-gallon saltwater pool as the centerpiece. Built by Signature Pools and Patios, this gorgeous pool has

adjacent grilling porch.

Great Room Open spaces suit the way people live today, and this wide-open great room makes this point with style to spare. Open to the kitchen and the second-floor, the room makes a dramatic statement and is perfect for relaxing with groups large or small. And it gets even more open from there – the unique folding door system by Jeld-Wen opens to create a 12-foot opening to the outdoors, seamlessly blending with the screened patio.

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something for everyone, including a lap lane for serious swimmers and a shallow area with bubbling wands to delight children, plus a slide, central spa with vanishing edges and a sun area. The large deck, with outdoor furnishings from Jeff Lynch, is accented by non-slip pavers and travertine coping. When the sun goes down, this high-efficiency pool has F I N A LL Y A H O M E T H A T W O R KS I N H A R M ON Y W I T H Y O U R L I F E

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Air Temp Control, a family-owned and operated

An Inspiration Home provider and sponsor, Fergu-

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Samson Stone, LLC Samson Stone, LLC, is a Greenville-based company that specializes in stone and stucco installation, as well as providing a wide variety of materials used for landscaping projects. The company’s skilled stonemasons installed nearly 4,000 square

Angel’s Home

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Angel’s Home provided superior finishing work in

ly cut for the Inspiration Home project.

the 2012 Inspiration Home. Based in Taylors, SC,

Greenville First Bank

they specialize in finishing cabinets and doors and

Client-driven and community-focused, Greenville

also provide restoration services.

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in 1999, Greenville First is part of Southern First Bancshares, Inc., which has expanded into the Midlands as Southern First Bank, bringing its unique ClientFIRST model of providing superior

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thanks to the expertise of Simply AV, a locallyowned electronics business that specializes in audio-visual installation and wiring for complete

ECMD, Inc.

home automation. With the touch of an iPad or

ECMD is a major distributor of building products

iPhone, numerous systems throughout the resi-

such as molding, stair systems, railing and col-

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theater. Simply AV also installed wireless internet

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Inspiration Home to Open Nov. 29 It’s the season to get inspired, and there’s no better place than the Inspiration Home. At this magnificent showcase home, decked out in unique holiday style, visitors will find more than 11,000 square feet of luxury, packed with ideas on how homeowners can enrich their living experience.

Milestone Custom Homes owners Jerry Fay and Chris Rogers were enthusiastic about the chance to show the Upstate community what their company can do through the Inspiration Home. They have poured plenty of their creativity and ingenuity into the home, which features complex rooflines, stunning outdoor spaces, a resort-style pool and terrace, a smoothie bar, home theater, children’s playland with skylights and much more.

“We’ve always prided ourselves on being at the forefront with new products and new technology,” Rogers said. “We like bringing those things to Greenville more quickly than anyone else.”

The Inspiration Home project is a collaboration between Milestone Custom Homes, Verdae – the developer of the 1100-acre master planned community, Postcard from Paris, and many more sponsors and project partners.

Debbie Wallace, director of marketing for Verdae, said, “We’re excited to be a part of such an exceptional tour and we’re ready to show off all that’s happening here.”

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larger lots and luxury homes to the mix of home options.

Besides being an ideal location, it’s also a walkable community connected by sidewalks and bike paths and a 20-acre central park.

Tour visitors will see “an incredible example of luxury living during the tour, but we don’t want people to miss the fact that neighboring streets offer homes from the $200,000’s as well.

This is a wonderfully unique place to live, with something for just about everyone.” Wallace said.

Linda McDougald, principal and lead designer at Linda McDougald Design | Postcard from Paris Home, was pleased to be involved because “Milestone and Verdae do an incredible job, bringing the best of everything,” she said.

She enjoyed working with Milestone on its previous iHome Tour in 2009, and also appreciated that the tour is a charity event that raises funds for worthy causes.

She and her team oversaw all of the interior design specifications of the home, choosing materials for floors, wall finishes, tiles, countertops, plumbing and much more. They also furnished and accessorized the main level, including outfitting it with rugs and window treatments.

Since the home already has owners, McDougald and her team worked to “support the clients’ desires from a style perspective, while creating a fresh approach to traditional for the Greenville market to see.”

That included cool neutral tones and a look that is traditional, but with a

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cleaner, more contemporary feel. And because the Inspiration Home Tour coincides with the holidays, the home features decor, provided by Embassy Flowers and Nature’s Gifts, that puts a new twist on traditional decorating.

Jeff Lynch Appliance and TV Center pitched in to provide furnishings and interior design services on the second floor and terrace level of the home, where comfortable furnishings and European-style fabrics overlook the 55,000-gallon saltwater pool, which includes a lap lane and hot tub. A unique folding-door system opens the main-level to the resortstyle backyard.

Wallace, Fay, Rogers and McDougald said their teams, as well as other key contributors, put a lot of time into the Inspiration Home project, but the final results show the work has paid off. All are proud to showcase a jawdropping home that will leave area homeowners dazzled and inspired.

And each member of the development team is proud to help the fundraising efforts of two important charities.

“It’s fun to hear people’s comments when they see the home,” Rogers says. “It’s very satisfying.

And the charities can raise a tremendous amount of money through ticket sales. That’s a cool way to tie in with something that is more important than building an amazing house.”

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WHERE YOU WANT TO LIVE

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Come home to the heart of Verdae. Hollingsworth Park reinvents a bygone era, creating an intimate community defined not merely by where—but also how—you want to live.

Nestled within the City of Greenville, this new urban development offers a diversity of housing options at varying price points, from custom and estate homes to more modest single-family dwellings and townhomes. Residents enjoy a 20-acre central park, shared common areas, pedestrian-friendly streetscapes and being close to everything.

New homes under construction now.

Homes & Townhomes from the $200s s Custom Designs from the mid $300s Estate Homes from the mid $700s

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Thank You

The 2012 Inspiration Home Tour would not be possible without the strong support of so many sponsors. Their contribution to the home and to the tour program allowed for 100% of the ticket proceeds to be donated to two very worthy organizations, the Greenville Humane Society and the SC Mountains to Midlands Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®. Please join us in thanking each company for their product expertise and generosity.

2012 Inspiration Home Development Team:

Presenting Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Boral Building Products Burchette & Burchette Hardwood Flooring Clayton Tile Georgia-Pacific Jeld-Wen Windows & Doors Eastside Transportation

Silver Sponsors

Air Temp Control Angel’s Home ECMD Ferguson Enterprises Greenville First Bank Huber Engineered Woods Samson Stone Simply AV

Supporting Sponsors

Accu-Brick Paving Systems Advanced Home Products Inc. Emtek-MPM Sales Green Space Outdoor Construction Heirloom Stair & Iron Huttig Building Products Mullinax Woodworks ParCon, Inc. Universal Forest Products-Mid-Atlantic

As a very special note, we’d like to sincerely thank the homeowners for allowing thousands of attendees to visit their new home so that funds could be raised for charity.

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Imagine a custom-built home that strikes the perfect balance between the home to which you aspire and the home your life requires.

Milestone Custom Homes is uniquely suited to create spaces intuitively designed around your lifestyle and your budget.

In 2009, we created the Inspiration Home Brand as a way to showcase best building practices, state-of-the-art technology, and cutting-edge energy eďŹƒciency. The result is a home designed to house your family and enhance your lifestyle.

Put our team in motion for your next custom homebuilding project and contact Milestone Custom Homes for an appointment and consultation today.

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