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23 Rock stars Motifs inspire new home collections

24 Modern revival

Sensitive renovation, design details bring polish to 1960’s - era architectural gem

27 Door keepers

Trend is toward bigger, heftier high-end doors

28 Christmas flower

Keep poinsettia thriving after season ends

30 Think outside gift box Choose a pretty plant

5 Statements of style

32 Holiday parties

Entertain with the big trend of small plate dining

9 Perfect fit

Laid-back style amidst Old World amiance

35 Tabletop decor

Dust off family heirlooms for holiday meal settings

16 Pellet stoves

Offer both energy savings and decor-friendly styles

18 No place like home

Open floor plan makes the kitchen this family’s hub

Regular features 37 38 41 45 46

Wine guys Pet column Development guide Home plan Puzzle

Cover and index images by RICK CHASE

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On the Web: www.cv-hg.com winter 2008 Vol. 2 Issue 3 Publisher David A. Braton Cedar Valley Home & Garden Editor Melody Parker (319) 291-1429 melody.parker@wcfcourier.com Project Director and Advertising Sales Manager Sheila Kerns (319) 291-1448 sheila.kerns@wcfcourier.com Graphic Designer Courtney Towlerton (319) 291-1457 courtney.towlerton@wcfcourier.com Contributing Writer Amie Steffen (319) 291-1405 amie.steffen@wcfcourier.com Advertising Designers Courtney Towlerton (319) 291-1457 courtney.towlerton@wcfcourier.com Ashley Stoppel (319) 291-1551 ashley.stoppel@wcfcourier.com Contributing Photographers Rick Chase Scott Mussell Brandon Pollock Matthew Putney Rick Tibbott

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aby, it’s cold outside. Warm up with the season’s “musthaves” and give your home fresh appeal. Lay down a great new area rug or toss a handful of handsome pillows on the sofa. Punctuate your decorating style with panache — and the perfect accessories. Shop

the trendsetting styles found here at area retailers (and don’t forget your holiday shopping list). Look for the “WIN THIS” label. Then go online to www.cv-hg.com and find out how to win that great accessory for your own home!

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WIN THIS: Sink down into this faux leather chair and ottoman in the season’s hot color, chocolate, $476, Distinctions, 1302 1st. St., Independence, IA.

Toss a pillow or two (or more) onto your sofa and chairs and give them eclectic flair. Fabrics range from silk studded with crystals and sequins and antique velvet with crystal beading, to pleated silk, linens, chenille, florals, prints, solids and even “hair” pillows with lots of fringe. Prices range from $32 to $160. From Home Interiors, Cedar Falls.

Flick the switch and shine up a room with this contemporary metal “O” lamp with wheat-colored silk double shade, Uttermost, $250, Interiors by Decorating Den.

For the holidays and beyond, the All Seasons lighted twig arrangement, 60 lights for $24.95, 96 lights for $39.95, Distinctions, Independence.

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Elegant and earthy at the same time, Lithuanian glass is handblown in aquamarine with gold highlights, $330, Home Interiors, Cedar Falls.

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WIN THIS: Mary Frances designer handbags are whimsical, luxurious and one-of-a-kind creations. Her designs inspire collectors because they are unique and individually handcrafted. You can win your very own Mary Frances hand-beaded zebra bag designer handbag, valued from $200, exclusively from Interior Perfections, 1450 Boyson Rd. N., Cedar Rapids, IA. Just register online at www.cv-hg.com.

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WIN THIS: Cooking class for two at Classic Kitchen & Bath, 220 E. 4th St., Waterloo, IA. Watch a chef at work and learn cooking techniques you can use at home, as well as sample different cuisines. A different theme is planned for each class. Valued at $80. No purchase necessary to play. Must be 18 years or older to participate. More than one person in each household may play. No refunds or exchange of prizes. The Courier reserves the right to make all final decisions. Prizes must be claimed within 15 days of notification or they will be forfeited. Prize winner is responsible for all applicable taxes. The Courier and Lee Enterprises employees and their families are not eligible to play. Courier independent contract drivers, agents and their immediate families are not eligible to participate. Prize winners agree to have name used for promotional purposes. All rules are listed at cv-hg.com/winthis. Registration deadline: Thursday, December 18, 2008. Winners will be selected on December 19 and contacted by phone. Winners will be announced to the public in the CVHG magazine and online on February 3, 2009.

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WIN THIS: An old-fashioned carriage clock goes largescale and makes an ideal wall accessory, Timeworks, $195, Basket of Daisies, 208 Main St., Cedar Falls, IA.

Create a contemporary setting with a gray-and-taupe block design rug, 100-percent wool, Sphinx, $900, paired with the “Precedent” chair in a men’s suiting tweed, just under $1,000; and the “Nova” lamp, $300, Home Interiors, Cedar Falls.

Lanterns are a hot new decorating accessory that works easily into any setting and can be adorned for the holidays, metal and wood in various styles, $35.95 to $69.95, Basket of Daisies.

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Make a toast to your favorite wine connoisseur with square champagne flutes, $12.95; wine bag, $7.50; wine stopper, $7.50; and fun bar towel, $7.95, Distinctions, Independence.

WIN THIS: This geometric mirror collage will make a trendsetting statement hanging in any room, Uttermost, $345, Interiors by Decorating Den, 221 Bremer Ave., Waverly, IA. No purchase necessary to play. Must be 18 years or older to participate. More than one person in each household may play. No refunds or exchange of prizes. The Courier reserves the right to make all final decisions. Prizes must be claimed within 15 days of notification or they will be forfeited. Prize winner is responsible for all applicable taxes. The Courier and Lee Enterprises employees and their families are not eligible to play. Courier independent contract drivers, agents and their immediate families are not eligible to participate. Prize winners agree to have name used for promotional purposes. All rules are listed at cv-hg.com/winthis. Registration deadline: Thursday, December 18, 2008. Winners will be selected on December 19 and contacted by phone. Winners will be announced to the public in the CVHG magazine and online on February 3, 2009.

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Laid-back style amidst Old World ambiance Text | Melody Parker, CVH&G Editor Images | Rick Chase & Brandon Pollock

here is no visible means of support in the wrought iron and cherry wood staircase. It curves from the first floor to the second in this new home, and down

to the lower level, creating a dramatic focal point in the foyer. But it is the expansive view through 16-feet-tall windows in the great room that arrests one’s attention. From this vantage point, comfortably seated in soft, pillow-strewn so-

fas — or face pressed up against the divided-pane windows — one can appreciate the trees as they change from season to season, and notice the shifting light as day becomes evening. The ceiling tops out at 20 feet, enhancing the larger-than-life feeling the great room evokes. “We wanted to capture that feeling of being out in the woods. We wanted the home to look settled in, as if it’s always been here, with a mature landscape,” said the homeowners. “The biggest compliment was when a neighbor said the house looked as if it has been here 10 years.” Craig Larsen spent 1 1/2 years building the 7,000-square-feet-home in Cedar Falls on the 2 1/2-acre, pieshaped wooded lot. The homeowners and their children have lived in the home for just over one year. Larsen describes the project as “challenging. There’s a lot of wood, a lot of detail in this house. The homeowners wanted casual elegance.” The builder points out curved

Top, floor-to-ceiling cherry paneling is cozy in the home office. Above, the home’s welcoming brick facade. 10

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Granite counter tops, ceramic tile backsplash and floor, cherry cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and a warm ambiance make the kitchen a central gathering place. Below, the kitchen’s walk-in pantry.

crown and base moldings and curved recessed panels under the suspended staircase, as examples. The homeowners describe the style as “French-European style with Tuscan influences,” but ultimately they have created a “home we look forward to coming home to every day. It’s very cozy. There’s nothing stuffy, every room is livable and we live in every room of the house.” The great room is grand in scale, but the space is not formal or overly fussy. The wood-burning fireplace, flanked in granite with a decorative mantel, is a romantic touch surrounded by floor-to-ceiling cabinetry. The homeowners choose to “beef-up” crown molding and painted woodwork in antique white for ambiance. “Decorating was so much fun. Our style is laid-back, not formal and that was important for us,” she said. “We use all the space. Some houses are so big that family members never see

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each other, but our kids don’t stay in their bedrooms. The kids hang with us, so the house is furnished to fit all of us.” Kennon Springer of Interior Perfection Design Group in Cedar Rapids worked with homeowners to create room designs “that reflect timeless elegance in a warm, inviting palette. Close attention was paid to the scale of furnishings so the right balance was struck with the spacious rooms,” Springer said. Velvet and tapestry print fabrics were layered in the great room and lavish window treatments frame the view. The homeowners opted for a dining space between the great room and kitchen rather than a formal dining room. It is divided from the great room by arches and columns, and the octagonal tray ceiling is faux-painted in a rich, deep metallic finish.

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The great room, opposite, has Old World ambiance with its thick decorative molding and antique white woodwork. Top, the master bedroom is a room with a view and a private balcony.

Cherry is used extensively throughout the house. The home office, just steps off the foyer, is paneled in solid cherry. Across the foyer, the music room features an upright piano. Cherry kitchen cabinetry sounds a warm note in the ceramic-tiled kitchen. There’s a broad, granite-topped island used for impromptu meals and a prep sink for meal preparation. Double ovens, gas stove, corner windows above the sink, and a hidden pantry make the kitchen both practical and efficient. The homeowners spend a great deal of time in the four-seasons porch, easily accessed off the main living space. In these surroundings, walnut replaces cherry as the wood of choice. A main-floor master bedroom furnished in delectable shades of chocolate and a small balcony offer privacy and a sense of retreat. The luxurious master bathroom features a large walkin shower with multiple shower heads and sprays. Perhaps surprisingly in such a large home, the master bath is sensibly sized.

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A built-in closet system helps organize the walk-in closet in the master suite.

Upstairs, a catwalk overlooks both great room and foyer, and connects to three children’s bedrooms and for convenience’s sake, another laundry facility. Following the curving staircase as it flows downstairs, there is a family

room with a gas fireplace and elegant cherry bar. Steps away is one of the family’s favorite hang-outs, the home theater. There is also a wine cellar, guest bedroom and bath and a cork-floored exercise room. u

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Pellet stoves, like the Mount Vernon from Quadra-Fire, are considered environmentally friendly and efficiently heat a space.

Pellet stoves offer both energy savings and decor-friendly styles Text | Melody Parker, CVH&G Editor Images | QuadraFire

onsumers who purchase a 75-percent efficient woodor pellet-burning stove in 2009 will receive a $300 tax credit. It’s a nice incentive, but an increasing number of Cedar Valley homeowners don’t need to be “sold” on the energy savings of a wood or pellet stove. Many pellet stove models are multi-fuel and can burn pellets or corn. “We can’t keep them in the show-

room,” said Doni Harms of the Fire Gallery in Cedar Falls. “There is interest because the stoves are an environmentally friendly way to heat your home. They are clean and efficient, and there is very little ash and less emissions than wood.” In other respects, the price of corn has put a damper on some customer’s interests in pellet stoves, said Lisa Zeissler at Hearth Pro in Waterloo. She said customers who are looking at the stoves want something that “looks nice and is cost-effective, and a well-designed and manufactured

product.” Manufacturers like Lennox, Heat & Glo and Quadra-Fire are altering the visual perception from the classic pot-bellied stove design to more sleek and modern stoves to blend with today’s home decor. Heating capacity for pellet stoves ranges from 8,000 and 90,000 Btu per hour. Combustion efficiencies are higher at 78 to 85 percent than fireplaces and wood stoves and produce little smoke emissions. u

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How to choose a pellet stove What are pellets? Pellets are made from compacted organic matter, such as sawdust, wood chips, bark, etc. Some pellet stoves burn corn and wood chips. Most units are multi-fuel units and can burn corn. How do they work? Fuel is loaded into a hopper for temporary storage. An auger feeds the pellets into the stove where the pellets combust and produce heat. Start the fire by pushing a button or adjusting a thermostat. How are the stoves vented? Exhaust is vented through a flue pipe out a side wall or upwards through the roof. No chimney is required. However, a pellet stove is fed by an auger and needs a 110volt electrical outlet. Newer models are available with battery back-up systems in the event of power failure. Are they freestanding? Pellet stoves can be purchased as freestanding stoves or inserts for fireplaces. The inserts fit into existing fireplaces if the opening is large enough to accommodate the insert. It will project into the room and there must be access to the system to load fuel. Building codes may require approved chimney liner or PL vent to prevent the chimney liner from deteriorating and creating difficulties in expelling exhaust gases. How are the pellets fed? An auger drops pellets into the combustion chamber for burning. There are top and bottom-fed models. Is maintenance required? Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and inspect the stove regularly. Pellet stoves pose less fire risk than wood-burning appliances. What’s the cost? You may spend from $2,000 to $3,000, on average for the pellet stove, which includes installation. High-end models may cost as much as $4,000. Depending on how the stove is used, you may spend $300 to $600, on average for fuel, depending on the price of pellets.

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Open floor plan makes the kitchen this family’s hub Text | Melody Parker, CVH&G Editor Images | Rick Chase

ost homeowners agree the kitchen is the heart of the home. Whatever the season, family and friends naturally gravitate toward the kitchen, drawn by such delicious aromas as cookies baking in the oven or a pot of chili simmering on the stove. They are comforted by the familiar smells and feelings of warmth and love found at the kitchen table or seated on a bar stool at a center island. In the open-floor plan home built by Rob Schuerman for a Waverly family, that “heart” is worn on its sleeve. In other words, the kitchen is always on display as the hub of family activities and gatherings, said the homeowners. “That’s one of the benefits of an open floor plan. When I’m working in the kitchen, I can still be part of whatever is going on,” the homeowner explained. “It really is the heart of the home. We also enjoy entertaining and this kitchen makes that very easy.” Cherry cabinetry makes a perfect marriage with dark granite counter tops, ceramic tile floors and stainless steel appliances. A broad island allows for seating at one end, where the weight is supported by a pair of decorative posts. Bar stools tuck nicely underneath. Above the kitchen sink is a “window” or passthrough into the four-seasons room, letting light filter into the kitchen and affording a view of the neighboring golf course greens. Originally the four-seasons room was a porch, but the homeowners altered the plan. “We knew we’d be out here all the time. We end up eat-

ing out here nearly ever night,” she said. The floor plan was created by the homeowners, inspired by elements seen in other homes constructed by Schuerman. “We wanted to built a home that would fit our family now and transition with us. I know we’re going to be here when our two children (ages 12 and 14) are grown up and moved out. We moved here from a 1930s home and we loved that character of an older home, so we introduced those elements into our new home. It’s pure character — crown molding, French doors, built-in cabinetry and other touches,” said the homeowner. The family moved into their new home just over a year ago, easily settling into four bedrooms, including a master bedroom suite, 2 1/2 baths and a finished lower level. Schuerman worked with the homeowners to custom-design the home, which incorporated lots of woodworking details. “The homeowners

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The master suite is a retreat for private relaxation on the main floor, complete with a spa tub and walk-in shower.

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were fun to work with. They let me be creative and carry out the theme through the house, so it’s not just one room that’s built with character and woodworking. We designed a custom piece in the great room that was a challenge, floor-to-ceiling recessed paneling capped off with crown molding,” said the home builder. Cherry was used to build bookcases on either side of the fireplace in the great room, flooded with natural light through tall windows that face the golf course. The dining room is tucked into an open space off the foyer, surrounded by columns, creating another focal point. A masculine-flavored office sits across the foyer from the dining room, while

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| no place like home the master suite with its spa tub and walk-in shower is tucked away on the main level, described by the homeowners as “the perfect retreat at the end of a long day.” A neutral color scheme plays out from room to room. Woodwork is painted crisp white, emphasizing the crown molding. “I like the taupe because it goes with everything and I can change accent colors and accessories without having to change the entire room,” the homeowner said. Children’s rooms and bath are located on the lower level. Each child has a walk-in closet to reduce clutter. A family room provides a casual gathering place, and a guest bedroom serves as a scrapbooking and hobby room. u

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eâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve all toted home an interesting stone or two from a good walk. We appreciate the eons it took to shape them; we admire the composition, the shading. But the coziness? Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rocks or close facsimiles are getting all warm-and-fuzzy. Perhaps as a nod to environmental interest, designers and retailers are adding pebble and rock motifs to their home collections. Accessories, rugs, wall coverings and even lamps are fashioned from the real thing, or so cleverly imitative that you have to touch them to know the difference. Gigantic, soft floor pebbles are an inspired alternative to the family room floor cushion. Or wrap a wall in a stone-printed paper, or cover bathroom walls with squares of natural

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pebbles. There are luminescent boulders for indoors or out, and stacked rock lamps, each one unique. u

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Cherry block and limestone walls, and cherry parquet floors are original to architect James Maxwell’s original 1960s dwelling, elements preserved in the redesign by interior designer Kathy Flack.

modern revival Sensitive renovation, design details bring polish to 1960’s - era architectural gem Text | Melody Parker, CVH&G Editor Images | Rick Chase

fter buying their 1960’s-era home, the homeowners decided that 17 different woods, colors and finishes were too many for their taste.

Designed and built in 1963 by architect/owner James Maxwell, the home was a perfect example of modern architecture popular in the 1950’s and ‘60s. Although the property needed an interior face lift, the owners wanted to maintain the dwelling’s architec-

tural integrity and historic value, while showcasing their traditional furniture. They asked interior designer Kathy Flack of Flack Design Associates to undertake the project. “Early in the planning, the clients were intrigued with the contemporary twists thrown into the mix such

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as glass tiles and artistic lighting for the kitchen and wanted to add more. We married their antiques to the modern-era home,” said Flack. The result is an award-winning interior design summed up by the owners as “post-modern meets modern — with a traditional twist.” In the foyer, a metallic finish offers high contrast to the original stone fireplace and accents the blue-green slate floor, said Flack. “We are responsible for the floor planning, restoration finish selection and new furniture and chandelier. We custom designed the foyer and outdoor lighting to closely resemble the existing because you can see all three at one time when entering or leaving the home.” Crimson silk draperies, hanging from decorative hooks, flank the wall of windows in the living room, which measures 28-feetlong by 18-feet-wide. The space is divided into two sitting areas, each anchored by a sofa. The floors are cherry parquet, hand-inlaid from wood scraps by architect Maxwell. A wall of 15- by 15-inch cherry wood blocks runs floor to ceiling on a wall shared by the foyer and stairs leading to the lower level. The living room also features an original built-in maplestained cherry credenza. Cedar ceiling panels are now painted cream to heighten the space and reflect more light. Opposite the windows, a limestone wall adds more texture, with the modern touch of wood benches jutting out from the stone. The raised, three-sided fireplace has a new insert and faux stone face elevations. A round table sets the stage in the dining room. The inte-

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rior designer added more natural light by inserting a patio door opening onto the screened porch. Space was also opened up to the kitchen with a small bar. Flack designed custom cabinetry for updates in the den and master bedroom, which also has a remodeled bath with walk-in glass shower. A new deck, landscaping and a stainless steel sculpture in keeping with the home’s modern sensibilities complete the picture. “We’re so lucky to have found this house and that it had not been changed or altered in some way. The original elements are all still here. We were also able to use the furnishings that we love, and that work surprisingly well in this modern space,” the homeowners said. u

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The original kitchen, above, was enlarged without changing the footprint by removing a dated banquette, opening up space for larger appliances, storage and wall ovens. Glass tiles used as a backsplash in the kitchen are repeated in the powder room, complemented by an unusual sink.

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door keepers Trend is toward bigger, heftier high-end doors Text | McClatchy Newspapers Images | MCT Photo

our front door is the entry to your home, your first opportunity to make a good impression. In addition to being highly functional — you want to keep intruders out and warmly admit welcome visitors — your front door should make a statement, should say that this is a home of substance and style. Recent trends toward bigger, heftier high-end doors contribute to that feeling of substance that you are looking for. Other trends such as multipoint locks make your door more secure, while still others are simply a matter of fashion — oak is out, for instance. One of the strongest trends in high-end doors is multipoint locking systems. These are locking systems that bolt at

the top, middle and bottom with one simple turn of the key. Doors are definitely getting taller and thicker. Ten years ago the standard for entryway doors was a height of 6 feet, 8 inches. Now many people

are buying doors that are 8 feet or taller. Doors are also getting thicker. In addition to simply feeling more solid, the thicker door has a higher “R” value, an important consideration these days when everyone is looking for ways to reduce energy consumption. Another strong trend is the use of exotic woods. The percentage of doors constructed from oak, which was the most popular choice for years and years, is in the single digits today. The three leading wood choices today are mahogany, knotty alder and cherry. Mahogany, which is typically imported from Central America, Africa or Indonesia, makes up about 70 percent of the market today. Knotty alder is popular with homeowners who are looking to achieve a Tuscan look. u

A knotty alder front door is a popular wood choice for homes with a Tuscan flavor.

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Christmas flower: Keep poinsettia thriving after season ends Text | Melody Parker, CVH&G Editor Images | Shutterstock

ou can believe in Santa Claus. Just don’t believe in blue, purple, orange or silver (or glittering) poinsettias. These poinsettias are painted for effect; they aren’t natural colors. Red is still the most popular color for poinsettias, with a variety known for dark red bracts, “Prestige,” as the best-seller. Oth-

er “real” colors include all shades of reds, including burgundies and plums, pinks from soft to bright, and white, actually closer to ivory. You’ll also find marbled, twotoned, speckled, curled and other bract effects, as well as foliage ranging from light to dark green. Varieties also are available that peak early, mid-season and late through the season. The anatomy of a poinsettia begins with the leaf bracts, the “col-

ored” part of the flower, which is actually foliage. The flower is the yellow center. Poinsettias are freshly grown from cuttings each year and don’t grow from seeds. Here’s what to look for when shopping for a poinsettia: • Bracts that are fully colored and expanded; dense foliage to the soil line. • Stiff stems, fullness, no drooping or breakage. Avoid poinsettias still in paper or mesh sleeves.

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Sleeves are meant for transporting plants and can cause damage if left in place too long. Also, cramming plants close together can cause bract drop. • Soil should be moist, not wet. If the soil is most but the plant is wilted, it’s probably root rot. • For the trip home from the florist, protect the plant from cold wind and temperatures below 50 F. Most florists insert the poinsettias in a paper sleeve or bag for transportation. Keep your poinsettia thriving through the holidays and beyond: • Do place plant in indirect sunlight for at least six hours daily. Diffuse direct sun with a sheer curtain. • Do provide room temperatures between 68 to 70 F. • Do water your plant when the soil feels dry to the touch. • Do fertilize after the blooming season with a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer. • Don’t place plants near cold drafts or excessive heat. Avoid placing plants on TVs or near appliances, fireplaces or ventilating ducts. • Don’t expose plants to temperatures below 50 F. • Don’t overwater your plant or allow it to sit in standing water. Always remove a plant from any decorative container before watering, and allow the water to drain completely. Check every three days. Don’t let a poinsettia dry out. • Don’t fertilize your plant when it is in bloom. u

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ou’re invited to a holiday gathering and need a hostess gift. Don’t reach for another bottle of wine. Or poinsettia, as pretty as they are. Think outside the pot and choose other plants that are in bloom for the holidays.

A pot filled with glorious amaryllis definitely will make an impression, even if it’s just the bulb planted in a pretty cache pot. Or opt for less expensive paperwhites massplanted in an attractive or imaginative container. One might think Christmas cactus is from the desert, but it’s actually a tropical plant. This succulent prefers a cooler room, away from

direct heating sources and cold drafts. Lower light levels keeps color from fading in the blooms; no direct sunlight, please. Also, don’t overwater. There is no guarantee that the plant will bloom at Christmas in subsequent years, according to the National Garden Association. To encourage reblooming next season, place the plant outdoors and let it stay out as late in the season as possible before frost and pick up watering after buds are set. Old-fashioned cyclamen blossoms look like small purses, available in bright pink, white and red. Flowers will last about two weeks if kept in a 70-degree room, and considerably longer if the room is cooler. Don’t wet foliage when watering the plant to prevent rot. Kalanchoes produce clusters of bright red, pink, yellow or orange long-lasting flowers to brighten dismal winter days. These succulents are easy to grow indoors, requiring sunlight, moderate temperatures and regular watering. The bonus is, kalanchoes can tolerate occasional missed waterings and need less water after flowering. Caveats: spider mites and mealybugs love ‘em, and tender stems break easily. Gloxinia is another exotic-looking plant. Soil should be kept moist, not wet. Use tepid water and avoid wetting foliage. Warm day and cooler night temperatures benefit these plants. To encourage reblooming: when the plant stops blooming and no longer produces new leaves, gradually stop watering until stems and leaves die back. Keep the plant in a cool, dark place for 2 to 4 months while the tuber rests. Water sparingly until new

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growth appears, then repot in fresh soil. Set the plant in a well-lighted, warm place and keep the soil moist. Other plants to consider: Azaleas: A favorite of Southern gardeners, azaleas come in white, red and pink. Place in a well-lighted location and keep moist. Hard water may harm the plant, so fill the watering can and let it sit overnight before watering. Chrysanthemums: Keep soil moist to the touch, but allow to dry out between waterings; prefers well-lit setting. Jerusalem cherries: Also known as false peppers, these plants have white flowers and red fruits, but aren’t suitable for homes with children or pets because the fruits are poisonous. Handling the fruits can also cause skin rashes. Plants prefer a cool setting and direct sunlight. Ornamental peppers: Good light will prevent yellowing leaves. Resist tossing a few peppers into a

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salad. Fruit can be off the Scoville chart in heat measurement. Plants will fruit again if pruned hard, repotted and set outside in the summer. Misting flowering plants will encourage fruit set. Hyacinth and other bulbs: Florists often carry potted forced bulbs for the holidays, including fragrant hyacinths, amaryllis and paperwhites. Purchase plants that are in bud, not full bloom, if possible. Norfolk pine: Rather finicky but still popular for season’s greetings. They require moderately bright light near a sunny window, but no direct sun. Make sure there is lots of humidity or needles will drop. “Some people take the plant into the bathroom when they shower to provide humidity,” notes Schaefer. And don’t overlook cut flowers as a gift option. Amaryllis stems make lush displays, as do red and white tulips. Check with your florist for suggestions. u

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erfect for parties where conversation is key, small plates make the usual cocktail party into something festive and a delightful treat of many tastes. More than appetizers but less than a full-on buffet, small plate food is the sizzling hot new food trend you can try without busting the budget. Think tapas, American style â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Burgers go mini to become stylish sliders. Salad wedges and shots of soup transform classics into snazzy utensil-free finger foods. Add an exotic touch with mini-quesadillas, shrimp skewers or lamb lollipops. Add panache on the beverage side by pairing your small plates with premium wine. An exciting new trend that presents major bang for not a lot of bank: new premium cask wines. More earth-friendly and wallet-friendly than bottled wines, the quality of wine casks, also called bag-in box (BIBs), has sky-rocketed over the last few years. u

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or a long time we couldn’t understand why the French didn’t join the crowd and simply put the grape variety on its label. Why did consumers have to guess what grape was used for a wine from Sancerre or Beaujolais? Then came several weeks of tasting chablis made by producers like Vincent Dauvissat, Domaine Laroche and Domaine William Fevre. Now we understand: there is chardonnay, then there is chablis. They are not the same. The most noble and prolific white grape, chardonnay is grown in just about every wine country. It commands the world’s attention because of its familiarity across borders, and for the winemaker it is an indispensible moneymaker. But chardonnay’s character varies from region to region. Even within California, the grape’s profile can stretch from tropical fruit to apples, buttery to crisp and simple to complex. But it is in Chablis, where Cistercian monks first made wine in 865

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peach, honeysuckle and citrus. Good mineral note that is classic for chablis and fresh acidity with just a touch of oak. Domaine Laroche Chablis Saint Martin 2006. Sporting a screw cap — thank heavens, French wine producers are getting it — this crisp chablis is perfect with seafood. Elegant with citrus aromas, good acidity and a thin mineral component to match the subtle tropical fruit flavors. Dauvissat Vaillons Premier Cru Chablis 2006. This old-vines chablis is full bodied with fresh acidity and citrus apple notes with a solid mineral component. Dauvissat’s profile is different because of a more obvious oak component. u Tom Marquardt and Patrick Darr have been writing a wine column for 20 years and have traveled to the West Coast and Europe to meet countless wine luminaries.

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Cedar Valley Developments 1 Nottingham Addition

Location: 4660 West Fourth Street near Prairie Grove Park, Waterloo Number of Lots: 19 new lots, 61 total to be developed Lot Price: Lots starting at $52,000 Lot Size: Some oversized walk-outs Contact: Norm Hayek Construction, (319) 236-0270 (office) or (319) 240-5924 (cell), normh@mchsi.com Web site: www-normhayek.com

Klingaman Park 3rd Addition

Location: Winghaven Drive, Waterloo Number of Lots: 18 lots in development Lot Price: Starting at $35,000 Lot Size: 82’ x 130’+ Contact: Young Development Co., L.C.,

750 South Hackett Rd.; Gary Rankin, (319) 235-5346 or Rick Young, (319) 234-4411 Description: Located in South Waterloo at the corner of Shaulis Road and Hoff Road, you’ll find you’re near enough to the city to be convenient, but far enough away for the peace and quiet you’ve been looking for. Klingaman Park Home Sites are all zoned R-1 for single-family dwellings and are connected to Prairie Grove Park as well as the Shaulis Road bike path to complement an active, neighborhood oriented lifestyle. Web site: www.youngdevelopmentco.com

3 Audubon Heights 4th Addition

Location: North of West Shaulis Road and East of Falcon Ridge Number of Lots: 38 lots in development Lot Price: TBD Lot Size: 18,000 sq. ft. to 38,957 sq. ft. Contact: Steve Harbaugh, (319) 2344402 (office) or (319) 235-6649 (home) Description: Walk out lots available and great views in one of Waterloo’s most desirable residential areas. Web site: www.harbaugh-winninger.com

4 Ekho Ridge Townhomes

Location: 4550 West Fourth Street, Waterloo Number of Lots: 87 Townhomes/ Condos Contact: Ekho Ridge Development, Kris Klingaman, (319) 231-2541 or (319) 232-6868. Model Home open Sunday 1-4 pm or by appointment Description: Ekho Ridge is a new development featuring two story townhomes utilizing Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) block construction to ensure ultimate structural safety and energy efficiency. Homeowners enjoy carefree living and use of golf course, clubhouse, fitness center and nearby bike trails. Web site: www.ekhoridge.com

Acorn Park

Location: Located North of University

Avenue on the corner of Progress and Acorn Street Number of Lots: 1 unit available, 8 units in development Lot Price: $20,000 Lot Size: 35’ x 150’ Contact: Joe Minard Construction, Joe or Mark Minard, (319) 232-6981 Description: Several floor plans available with covered screened 42

porches and large attached double garages. Wonderful protected views overlooking private park area. Prices starting at just $147,900.

Pine Meadows

Location: NW Waterloo between

Progress Avenue and South Hackett Road off of Farrington Road, Waterloo Number of Lots: 3 of 7 available Lot Price: $95,000 to $120,000 Lot Size: 1.45 acres, 1.60 acres, 1.95 acres Contact: David LeCompte, 833-5428 ext. 111 Description: Large lots in town. A lot of mature trees, seclusion from neighbors and only 3/4 of a mile to bike trail. All lots are on a curb and gutter, private drive.

Huntington Ridge

Location: Huntington Ridge is

located on the East edge of Cedar Falls, touching the western border of Waterloo. Number of Lots: 41 lots available for development with 41 additional planned lots Lot Price: Starting at $29,500, homes starting at $160,000 Contact: Inspired Realty, (319) 277-1077 (office), Chris Noland, (319) 231-1919 or Jake Huff, (319) 415-6226 Description: It is a 20 acre subdivision with a horseshoe drive. Its location puts it minutes from the new Wal-Mart and Theater complex on Viking Drive. Web site: www.regencyhomes.com

Legend Trail Development

Location: Intersection of Highways 14

and 57, Parkersburg Number of Lots: 80 Single family lots, 20 Patio Home lots Lot Price: Patio Home lots starting @ $19,500, other lots $38,500 to $44,900 Lot Size: ¼ acre and up Contacts: Gloria Mueller, (319) 230-2777, Denny Lenth, (319) 231-3609, Oakridge Realtors, (319) 231-3609 or REMAX Home Group, (319) 266-7100 Description: Country living at its best! Offering in-town amenities in a country atmosphere. Twenty-five minutes to Cedar Falls. Beautiful subdivision offering large lots. A 9-hole golf course. Lots available for single-family and patio homes. Call for tee time: (319) 346-1499. Web site: www.legendtraildevelopment.com

9 Graceland Terrace

Location: Ansborough Avenue and West Fourth Street, Waterloo Number of Lots: 36 units in development Unit Price: $160,000 Contact: Don Blake, (319) 233-9140 or Adam Blake, (319) 233-9140 Description: No stairs, all on one level, ranch style condominiums. Completion of 120 units in spring of 2006.

South Fork 1st Addition

Location: Near South Hills Golf Course,

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Number of Lots: 27 lots developed,

2 lots available

Lot Price: $40,000 Lot Size: 80’ x 163’

Contact: Joe Minard Construction,

Joe or Mark Minard, (319) 232-6981 Description: Large lots available with garden view potential.

Summerland Park

Location: Half a mile South off Dysart Road in Waterloo Number of Lots: 84 Unit Price: Lots starting at $15,900, Twin Homes starting at $129,900, Single Family Homes starting at $169,000 Contact: Oakridge Realtors, Eric Rose, (319) 961-4005 or Melissa Navarro, (319) 303-3489 Description: Several floor plans available with covered screened porches and large attached double garages. Wonderful panoramic views overlooking pond and park area. Website: www.summerlandpark.com

Kalsem’s 3rd Addition

Location: Off Texas Street and Thistledown Drive, Waterloo Number of Lots: 16 lots in development Lot Price: Starting at $29,999 Lot Size: Average 2/5 acre Contact: Roger Kalsem, (319) 296-2236 Description: Timber and wildlife nearby, isolated area, and city infrastructure. Close in!

Green Creek 1st Addition

Location: Green Creek Road, Cedar Falls Number of Lots: 25 lots in development Lot Price: Starting at $32,000 Lot Size: 70’ x 120’ Contact: Young Development Co., L.C., 750 South Hackett Road, Waterloo, Gary Rankin, (319) 235-5346 or Rick Young, (319) 234-4411 Description: Green Creek Addition is a newly subdivided area south of Greenhill Road and east of Rownd Street in Cedar Falls. The lots in Green Creek addition were designed and priced to accommodate moderately priced homes. The location is convenient to both Cedar Falls and Waterloo as well as shopping, schools and churches. Web site: www.youngdevelopmentco.com

Briarwood Hills

Location: Near Greenhill Road, Knoll Ridge Drive and Valley High Drive, Cedar Falls Number of Lots: 45 planned lots Lot Price: $52,600 Lot Size: 0.25 to 0.45 acres Contact: Jim Benda, Lockard Realty 4510 Prairie Pkwy., Cedar Falls Office: (319) 277-8000, Cell: (319) 239-2600 Description: Booming residential subdivision off Greenhill Road in central metro location. Bike trail, Orchard Hill Park, and close shopping are just a few of the amenities you will enjoy here. Park and walk-out lots still available. Web site: www.jimbenda.com

15 Greenhill Village

Location: Near the Hudson Road and Greenhill Road intersection, Cedar Falls Number of Lots: 5 phases of development with 49 available lots Lot Price: Starting at $36,500 Lot Size: 0.21 to .049 acre

Contact: Inspired Realty,

(319) 277-1077 (office), Chris Noland, (319) 231-1919 or Jake Huff, (319) 415-6226 Description: Greenhill Village is a 156 acre planned sub-division located on the Southwest edge of Cedar Falls. It features a five acre city park, and 36 acres along Greenhill will be devoted to commercial development to serve the local community. The area is adjacent to the bike trails and Prairie Lakes Park. Web site: www.regencyhomes.com

16 Lexington Heights Phase 4

Location: 12th Street NW, Cedar Falls Number of Lots: Phase 4 has 6 lots

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Lot Price: $65,000 Contact: Brian Happel, B.N.K.D. Real

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located in western Cedar Falls, near the UNI campus and in a great school district. Single family residential homes. Walk-out possibilities on nice sized lots. Ask about our “Turn-Key” program. Web site: www.bnkd.org

Autumn Ridge

Location: 500 block of Union Road Number of Lots: 8 Garden Home

lots currently available & 2 Ledges Retirement Condominium buildings Lot Price: call for details Lot Size: call for details Contact: Brian Happel, B.N.K.D. Real Estate Development, (319) 352-0055 Description: A leisure living community comprised of retirement condominiums and Garden Homes for residents over 50 years of age. Second phase of development will be family living. Located close to shopping as well as a golf course. Web site: www.bnkd.org

Fieldstone Addition Phase 3

Location: On Union Road just north of Pheasant Ridge Golf Course, Cedar Falls Number of Lots: Phase 3 has 44 lots in development Lot Price: $61,000 to $115,000 Lot Size: 1/3 to 3/4 acre Contact: Sam Runyan, Sam Runyan Homes, Inc., (319) 404-8333 or George Lansink, Lansink Homes, Inc., (319) 269-1457 Description: From construction integrity of the homes, to the close knit neighborhood, to the proximity to schools, your next dream home can be waiting for you in Fieldstone. Compare Fieldstone to the others! You’ll see the difference. Web sites: www.forsalebyrunyan.com or www.lansinkhomes.com

19 Pheasant Hollow Phase 3

Location: Northwestern Cedar Falls at the west end of Fourth Street and Apollo, Cedar Falls Number of Lots: 32 lots in development Lot Price: $45,000 to $60,000 Lot Size: 85’- 100’ frontage x 130’+ deep Contact: (319) 235-6234 or Rick Young, Young Development Company, (319) 235-5346 Description: A continuation of the highly desired Pheasant Hollow

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20 Winding Ridge Estates

Location: Off of West First Street west of Thunder Ridge Mall Number of Lots: 14 lots available for development Lot Price: $62,500 to $98,000 Lot Size: 1/2 acre to 1 1/2 acre Contact: Bob Smith Sr., Four Seasons Realtors, (319) 269-5712; Steve Knapp, Lockard Realty (319) 236-2000 Description: Enjoy this exclusive new development in western Cedar Falls. Homes are priced in the $450,000 range. No thru traffic, all cul-de-sac streets. Most lots are rear walk-out. City water and sewer. Utilities at the curb. Extensive landscaping at the entrance with two ponds. Web site: www.windingridgeestates.com

The Ridges

Location: Off of West First Street north

of Thunder Ridge Mall Number of Lots: 6 phases of development with 47 available lots Lot Price: Starting at $60,000 Lot Size: 1/3 to 1/2 acre Contact: Steve Burrell, RE/MAX Cedar Valley, (319) 239-2485 Description: One of a kind, executive style subdivision. Private pool and clubhouse. Web site: www.theridges.com

22 Boulevard Heights

Location: South State St., Denver Number of Lots: 33 Lot Price: $48,000-$65,000 Lot Size: 114’ x 135’ to 90’ x 196’ Contact: Marvin Schmacher, SEC

Development, (319) 240-3360

Description: Located in Bremer County

on the South edge of Denver, boasts large lots with wide streets. Only 10 minutes to Waterloo or Waverly. Low property taxes. Excellent schools and new athletic complex in walking distance. New library, community center, grocery and drug stores, golf course, swimming pool and bike trail. Denver is rated by Progressive Farmer magazine as the 8th best place to live in the Midwest. Web site: www.boulevard-heights.com

Schons Addition

Location: Near Meyers Lake, South of

Gilbert Drive, Evansdale Number of Lots: 5 lots in development Lot Price: $22,000 Lot Size: 11,250 sq. ft. Contact: Dean Anfinson, (319) 291-6292 Description: Large lots, quiet neighborhood, near schools, parks, and lake. Low taxes and Waterloo schools.

Ames Addition II

Location: North Central Evansdale, North Heather Ave., Evansdale Number of Lots: 16 lots in development Lot Price: $22,000 Lot Size: 8,300 sq. ft. Contact: Kelsey Ames, (319) 232-3554 Description: 3 bedroom homes under $150,000 or build your own. Waterloo School District- close to schools. Low property taxes.

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25 Prairie Addition

Location: SE Evansdale, near I-380, exit, Evansdale Number of Lots: 50 lots in development Lot Price: $22,500 Lot Size: 9,000 sq. ft. Contact: Deb Porter, (319) 493-4692 Description: Waterloo Schools, easy access to I-380 and low property taxes.

Hillside at Highland

Location: Madison and Monroe Streets

at Arizona Street, Waterloo Number of Lots: 10 lot available Lot Price: $15,000 Lot Size: 50’ to 128’ Contact: David Deeds, Cedar Valley Restoration and Development, (319) 433-0210 or Carole Deeds, Deeds Real Estate, (319) 231-8640 Description: Great new neighborhood in a great existing neighborhood. One and two story homes on large lots serviced by hard surface alley. One block to elementary school and one block to Waterloo’s only National Register Historic District. Partially exposed/walkout basements possible on some lots. All units built to Energy Star rating standards. Web site: www.cvrd.info

27 Elk Run 2nd Addition

Location: Between Lafeyette Road and Dubuque Road on Gray Street, Elk Run Heights Contact: Jim Sands, (319) 277-6500

Park Meadows Condominiums

Location: West side of Waverly off of 24th Street NW, Waverly Number of Lots: 6 units available 22 units in development Lot Price: Lot sold only with condo Lot Size: 80’ widths with no rear neighbors Contact: Scott Ramker, Ramker Construction & Supply, Inc., (319) 352-4286 Description: Condominium development located in a residential neighborhood. Several different floor plans to choose from. Snow removal and lawn mowing provided through a condo association. Home atmosphere at an affordable price. Web site: www.ramker.com

29 Parkview Estates

Location: West side of Waverly off of 24th Street NW, Waverly Number of Lots: 12 lots available, 25 lots in development Lot Price: $29,000-$35,000 Lot Size: 82’ x 169’ and 82’ by 184’ Contact: Scott Ramker, Ramker Construction & Supply, Inc., (319) 352-4286 Web site: www.ramker.com

30 Willow Lawn 4th Addition

Location: West Bremer Avenue and 24th Street, Waverly Number of Lots: 8 lots available Lot Price: Starting at $25,000 Lot Size: 1/3-1/2 acre Contact: Scott Ramker, Ramker Construction & Supply, Inc., (319) 352-4286 Description: Quiet friendly neighborhood conveniently located

near library, day care, schools, park and playground. Appealing lot sizes at affordable prices include all city services, paved streets and sidewalks. Each home in subdivision is uniquely different. The subdivision is ideally located and easily accessible to both major highways. Web site: www.ramker.com

Impala Addition

Location: NE Waverly just off Cedar

Lane Number of Lots: 36 lots in development, 18 Available Lot Price: Starting at $40,000 Lot Size: 1/2 Acre Contact: J.D. Francis, (319) 352-3329 Description: New NE Waverly Subdivision. Spacious country views, lots with trees. Choose your own builder.

Rolling Meadows Addition Location: SW Waverly Number of Lots: 17 plus future

development of 22 lots Lot Price: $24,000 to $30,000 Lot Size: Various starting at 60’x125’ Contact: Larry Oltrogge, (319) 239-9009 Description: Waverly’s most popular newer subdivision with 70 lots sold in the past six years. Web site: www.prudentialone.com

33 Stone Haven Addition

Location: SW Waverly, Near Hwy 218 Corridor Number of Lots: 8 Available Lot Price: Starting at $38,000 Lot Size: .30-.40 Acres Contact: Brian Happel, B.N.K.D. Real Estate Development, (319) 352-0055 Description: Single Family Residential Neighborhood. A Convenient location, only 15 minutes from Cedar Falls, and a mere minutes from grocery store and shopping. Some Walk-out lots available. Award winning school district. Ask about our “Turn-Key” Program. Web site: www.bnkd.org

34 Centennial Oaks Estates

Location: In south Waverly near golf course and city limits Number of Lots: 44 lots available, 208 lots in development Lot Price: $60,000-$100,000 Lot Size: 1/4 to 1/2 acre Contact: John McKee, John McKee Development, Inc., (319) 352-4146 Description: Links-style 18 hole golf course with single family building lots and condo style cluster homes with city services. Clubhouse with sports bar/restaurant and fine dining restaurant. College community. 15 minutes to Cedar Falls shopping. Web site: www.centennialoaks.com

Prairie Park Addition

Location: North Waverly, Near Horton Road and Cedar Lane Number of Lots: 22 Available Lot Price: Starting at $35,000 Lot Size: 1/3 Acre Contact: Dennis Happel or Brian Happel, B.N.K.D. Real Estate Development, (319) 352-0055

Description: Single Family Residential neighborhood nestled amongst soft hills and set with a park centralized for everyone’s enjoyment. Award winning school district. 20 minute drive from Cedar Falls. Ask about our “Turn Key” program.

Web site: www.bnkd.org

Copper Ridge

Location: Ninth Street NE, Waverly Number of Lots: 3 Available Lot Price: Starting at $56,500 Lot Size: 3/4 - 1 Acre Contact: Brian Happel, B.N.K.D. Real

Estate Development, (319) 352-0055

Description: Wooded lots with walk-out

possibilities. Watch from your windows as deer and turkey stroll through your backyard while you enjoy your spacious lot. Award Winning School District. Ask about our “Turn Key” Program. Web site: www.bnkd.org

Highpoint Addition

Location: Hwy. 3 east to 12th Street, NE Waverly Number of Lots: 56 lots total (43 acres), 1st phase started in 2003 with 28 lots on 19.86 acres Lot Price: Starting at $55,000 Lot Size: 1/3 acre to approximately 3/4 acre Contact: Dawn Tobin, (319) 352-3202 Description: Gracious country living in the city. Set in the friendly community of Waverly with Hwy. 218 access and only 15 minutes from Cedar Falls and Waterloo. Hills and wooded areas with plenty of wildlife. Featuring extra large spacious lots for privacy. Homes priced at $250,000 plus. Choose your own builder.

Rolling Hills Addition

Location: South off Hwy. 3, east between 30th Street SE and 39th Street SE, Waverly Number of Lots: Phase I-33 lots available; Pase II-plus R-4 condo single homes Lot Price: average price $26,000 Lot Size: 75’ x120’ to 100’ x 147’ Contact: Bob Klapperich, Town and Country Homes, (319) 352-5313 Description: Rural setting development with paved streets, all city services and bike trail connection. Favorable tax rates in a growing community. Ask about the no construction loan.

Winchester Additions

Location: NE Hudson Contact: Bob Claassen, (319) 236-1900 Description: Ranch style condominiums

Prairie Ridge 1st Addition

Location: NE Hudson Number of Lots: All lots sold - More

lots coming

Lot Price: Call for details Lot Size: 108’ x 180’ to 100’ x 180’ Contact: Bill Claassen, (319) 233-5438 Description: Large, 0.4 acre plus

single-family lots in desirable area of Hudson and many lots with walk-out potential.

Cedar Valley Developments Fox Ridge Addition

Location: On Fox Ridge Golf Course,

Dike

Number of Lots: 86 lots on front 9,

3 lots available. 52 lots will be developed on back 9 Lot Price: $44,000-$48,000 Lot Size: 100’ x 150’ to 125’ x 200’ Contact: Gene Drachenberg, Lockard Realty-Dike, (319) 989-2354 Description: Fox Ridge Addition is located on the Fox Ridge Golf Course in the small town of Dike. Located 10 miles from the Cedar Falls/Waterloo area. Fox Ridge Addition has a gorgeous clubhouse, health club, and an 18 hole golf course. Homes range from $280,000 to $400,000. Dike-New Hartford School District. Call Gene for a tour.

Gilbertville North Townhomes

Location: Minutes from Waterloo. Just south of Hwy 20 and 1 block east of 1st Street in Gilbertville, IA Number of Lots: 6 Duplex Lots available with one 4-plex Condominium and one Duplex Townhome complete Lot Price: Lots sold only with units Lot Size: 85’ and 95’ widths Contact: Timberwolf Development, 5936 Westminister Drive, Cedar Falls; (319) 268-1669 or (319) 266-5827; Wendy Jorgensen, (319) 404-3944 Description: Finally maintenancefree luxury living in Gilbertville. Convenience and maintenance free living. Open designs, vaulted ceilings, main floor laundry, gorgeous oak cupboards and woodwork. Handicap accessible with 36” doorways. Snow removal and mowing provided through condo association. Web site: www.jorgensenconstruction.com

Royal Ridge Subdivision

Location: North of Raymond Number of Lots: 9 of 18 available Lot Price: Starting at $26,950 Lot Size: 1/3 acre Contact: Rick D. Schoulte,

(319) 610-2003 or (319) 236-2225 Description: Royal Ridge Subdivision on The North Edge of Raymond has spacious 100 foot wide and wider lots suited for $150,000 to $185,000 single family homes. City services on paved streets with curb and gutter. Country living, low taxes, yet only minutes to Waterloo shopping by interstate.

Heritage Hills Estates

Location: One block East of Main Street

and North of Greenhill Road, Cedar Falls Number of Lots: 35 available for sale Lot Price: $42,500-$45,000 Lot Size: 75’ x 140’ Contact: Developer/Realtor, Craig Fairbanks, Fairbanks Builders, (319) 404-0412 Description: Central Cedar Falls Location, off Greenhill Rd., near Covenant Medical Clinic and Allen Clinic. Southdale school location. Great for Home Building in the low $200,000 to $400,000. Priced from $38,900. Craftsman home themed neighborhood. Choose one of our builder’s or build your own. Twin home lots available. Web site: www.heritagehillsestates.com

45 Water Streets Flats and Rowhouses

Location: On the Cedar River and

Riverwalk loop between East Seventh and Eighth Streets, Waterloo Number of Lots: Phase 1, 6 units Lot Price: Included with unit Lot Size: N/A Contact: David Deeds, Cedar Valley Restoration and Development, (319) 433-0210; Carole Deeds, Deeds Real Estate, (319) 231-8640 Description: New construction flats and rowhouses located on the Cedar River and the Downtown Waterloo Riverwalk Loop and recreational trails. High end finishes, indoor attached parking, large units with great views, walk to downtown dining, entertainment, and employers. All units built to Energy Star rating standards. Web site: www.cvrd.info

Riverfront Village

Location: Adjacent to Water Streets Flats and Rowhouses on East Eighth and Lafayette Streets, Downtown Waterloo Number of Lots: 7 lots Lot Price: Included with house Lot Size: 40’ x 100’ plus private drive and neighborhood park Contact: David Deeds, Cedar Valley Restoration and Development, (319) 433-0210; Carole Deeds, Deeds Real Estate, (319) 231-8640 Description: Architecturally interesting new single family homes. Homeowner’s association, private drive, and neighborhood park. One block to Downtown Waterloo Riverwalk Loop and recreational trails; walk to dining, entertainment, and employers. All units built to Energy Star rating standards. Web site: www.cvrd.info

Nordic Ridge

Location: Off South Main Street, 1/4 mile south of Greenhill Road Number of Lots: 33 completed; 11available for purchase; 42 to be developed Lot Price: From $39,000 Lot Size: 10,100 SF to 16,580 SF Contact: Kyle Helland, (319) 231-9430 Description: Nice Selection of lots with walk-out and garden-view layouts available. Great Cedar Falls location. Use your own plan and builder or we can make some recommendations. Check the web site or call us for all the details. Web site: www.nordicridge.net

48 Quail Ridge Addition

Location: Quail Ridge is located along the south side of West 12th Street near Birdsall Park Number of Lots: 38 lots available for development Lot Size: 0.3 to 0.7 acres Contact: Kevin Fittro, Skogman Homes Web site: www.Skogmanhomes.com

University Meadows

Location: University Meadows is located along the east side of Hudson Road and north of Laverne Lane

Number of Lots: 41 planned lots Lot Size: 0.23 to 0.29 acres Contact: HiBake L.L.C.

family and condominium dwellings. Many lots are walk-out suitable. Condo units completed and move-in ready!

Viking Hills 3rd Addition

Whispering Pines Addition

Location: This development is located

at the east end of Erik Road and Danish Drive Number of Lots: 11 lots available for development Lot Size: 0.18 to 0.34 acres Contact: Michael Geisler

Hanna Park Addition

Location: North of Green Hill on Valley High Drive, Cedar Falls Number of Lots: 38 Lot Price: Starting at $46,000 Lot Size: 80’ X 160’ Contact: Joe, Mark or Matt Minard, (319) 232-6981 Description: These centrally located, Cedar Falls single family homes adjoin an established neighborhood and will offer 3 stall garages and scenic park views. Homes starting at $250,000.

Legacy Cove

Location: Orchard Drive and Cedar Heights, just east of Mallard Point, Cedar Falls Number of Lots: 36 condo units Contact: Joe, Mark or Matt Minard, (319) 232-6981 Description: This centrally located Cedar Falls Development offers one level ranch condos with attached garages, and two level 8-plex plans with lower level handicap accessible units.

Sweet 1st Addition

Location: La Porte City, South edge of town along Highway 218 Number of Lots: 30 Lots Lot Price: $24,000 - $27,500 Lot Size: varying lot sizes - averages 10,000 square feet Contact: City Hall (319) 342-3396 or e-mail at lpccity@netins.net Description: New subdivision with cozy small town feel.

58 Shadow Creek Crossing Condominiums

Upper Ridge Estates

Location: West Schrock Road and Pirate Street in Hudson, IA Number of Lots: 27 available Lot Price: Starting at $32,900 Lot Size: 11,000 Sq. Ft - 30,788 Sq. Ft. Contact: Walt or Dianna Weber (319) 988-3587 Description: Hudson is a growing community with excellent schools, a new library, bike trail connection and friendly people, located only 10 minutes from Waterloo and Cedar Falls. 100 foot frontages and walk-outs available. All streets and city services, sidewalks and walking distance to athletic complex. Web site: www.upperridgeestates.com

54 Sunset Knolls

Location: Pleasant and Conn Streets in Parkersburg Number of Lots: 4 Lots remain Lot Price: Starting at $13,000 Lot Size: Starting at 80’ x 125’ Contact: Bob Claassen, (319) 230-1931 Description: Very affordable lots located on quiet streets close to schools.

Audubon Park 6th Addition

Web site: www.moellerandwalter.com or www.lockardonline.com

Web site: www.laportcityia.com

Location: Southeast corner of Greenhill Road and Oster Parkway, South Cedar Falls Number of Units: 48 Units available Unit Price: Starting at $193,000 Contact: Gene Drachenberg, Lockard Realty, (319) 610-5050 Description: Single level and story and half plans available, optional finished basements, many interior finish options, attached double garage, extensive landscaping.

Location: Near Crossroads, behind Olive Garden Number of Lots: 141 units in the development Lot Price: Lot sold only with home Lot Size: Common Contact: Pat Meinders, (319) 239-4770 and Karen Kayser, (319) 493-2402 of ReMax Home Group Description: 2 & 3 bedroom homes. All homes include master baths, vaulted ceilings, ceiling fans, stainless steel looking appliances, deck, attached garage, full finishable basements with egress window and plumbed for additional bath. Web sites: PatMeinders.com and KarenKayser.com

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Williams Second Edition

Location: West of Waverly on Hwy 3 to Shell Rock on the Northeast side at the edge of the city limits. Behind the Care Center, The Meadows. Number of Lots: 13 Lots Available Lot Price: $16,500 - $29,500 Lot Size: 1/3 - ¼ Acre Contact: Penny Wosepka, (319) 4042478; Mark Wosepka, (319) 404-1078, Crown Pointe Investments, LLC

Location: Red Tail Drive, at north end of Harbin Drive, Waterloo Number of Lots: 24 Lots Lot Price: Starting at $39,000 Lot Size: 1/3 to over 3/4 acre Contact: Bob Claassen, (319) 230-1931 Description: New development in south Waterloo. Lots suitable for single-

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lan L-215-VSB, by Home Plans LLC, features a wraparound veranda and adjacent piazza that recall the peaceful days of the past when friends spent restful afternoons mingling at garden parties. This design’s two floors total 2,213 square feet of living space. Inside, a series of handsome columns creates a dignified gallery that ushers guests into the living and dining rooms. When appearances count, serve dinner in the dining room. Afterwards, step out to the piazza for a breath of the night air. Day to day, the kitchen and breakfast nook will bustle with activity. Perfect for family meals, the nook is also a great spot for a stu-

dent to finish schoolwork under the watchful eye of a parent in the kitchen. Nearby access to the garage saves steps when unloading groceries. In the master suite, a number of perks provide special treatment for the homeowners. Access to the veranda offers a romantic escape, while a Jacuzzi tub in the bath pampers a weary spirit. Upstairs, all three bedrooms are good-size and include sizable walk-in closets. The frontfacing bedroom also boasts a soaring vaulted ceiling and its own vanity. A convenient laundry chute in the hall helps keep kids’ bedrooms neat. u

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