New Year … Hot New Products & Features

A new year means new home trends, technology and products! (The recent International Builders Show, Kitchen and Bath Industry Show, and Consumer Electronics Show introduced a ton of new and innovative inventions for the home.)

Here at Calvosa, we are committed to building homes that reflect each family’s unique lifestyle. Our builder and in-house design team are up on all the latest trends, so you’ll find plenty of inspired elements for your home! And since our homes are smart home ready, you can bring us your latest technology, and we can install it! Check out some of the hot products, designs and features we love!

1.) Understated design. Design-wise, a clean, less cluttered look is all the rage. At Calvosa, we’ve already embraced this trend. Our kitchens and bathrooms are models of sleek design, with smooth surfaces, lots of glass, and unfussy tile and accents. Our flooring and trim are elegant and sophisticated without being overbearing. And our exteriors are classically inspired, yet timeless. 


2.) Outdoor living spaces. Spacious patios, cozy courtyards, screened-in porches, and welcoming porticos… Extended outdoor living spaces are a trend that we really go for! From fire pits to fireplaces, gas grills to pizza ovens, TVs to real furniture, this is definitely not your parents’ backyard experience.

3.) Smart home technology. To say that this field has exploded is an understatement. In the span of a few years, we’ve gone from smart thermostats to whole house automation. This year’s slate of smart home products include increasingly smarter kitchen appliances, smart bathtubs, smart faucets, smart garage doors, even smart mirrors! (Make sure you invest in a smart home hub, too. Someone has to manage all this technology!)

4.) Energy-efficient everything. From insulation to HVAC, lighting to plumbing, every year brings better, more efficient systems. We strive to incorporate the best possible products and building practices in every Calvosa home, including high performance low-e insulated glass windows and sliding glass doors, smart energy testing, air sealing and duct sealing, and even solar energy capabilities. Learn more about what’s new in home design! Chat with our in-house design team about incorporating trends into your new Calvosa home!

Follow through with your New Year’s Resolutions!

 

Making resolutions for the new year is a time-honored tradition. We vow to improve ourselves – exercise more, start (or finish!) a project… the list is endless. This year, see how many resolutions you can keep – right from the comfort of your Calvosa home!

 

  1. Get organized. Even though we live in a digital age, there still seems to be paper everywhere! Take time to de-clutter your drawers and desk. Sort everything. Designate a spot that’s just for paperwork or bills, and create a system for sorting things as soon as they come in. Clean out the closets – and see how much space you have.

 

  1. Create a healthier environment. Think about what you’re eating, wearing orcleaning with. Get the junk food out of the house and load up on lots of nuts, fruits and veggies. Be aware of the chemicals in your cleaning supplies. Replace them with non-toxic or earth friendly versions if possible. Buy better made clothes made with natural fibers.

 

  1. Make technology your friend. Whether you’re trying to lower your heating bills or find time to exercise consistently, automation is the key. Automated thermostats. Automated bill paying. Automatic reminders. It’s easier to develop and stick to new habits with a little help from technology.

  1. Find a space for everything.Go room by room, and think about what you really use each part of your home for — watching movies and reading in the great room, for example. Make sure that everything you need to do these things is at hand, and get rid of anything unrelated.

 

  1. Spend more time with family. Schedule family dinners, game nights, movie nights – whatever your family likes. Turn off the phones, and settle down in the great room with some popcorn and a plan to spend uninterrupted time together as a family.

 

  1. Actually exercise more. You’ve been thinking of creating your own mini fitness center, so go ahead and turn your bonus room into a gym or yoga studio. And use your smart phone or tablet to remind you to exercise every day. No excuses!

 

  1. Read more. You know that pile of books (traditional or digital) that’s been sitting unread for ages? Create a reading nook for yourself in the study or guest room. Find a cozy chair, a good light and a shelf or table, and get comfy. (Don’t be surprised if you keep finding kids in your nook, though!)

 

  1. Learn a new skill.Hop on the DIY bandwagon. Choose an area that appeals to you (sewing, woodworking, painting) and search for online tutorials, pick up a book, or hunt for a local class or workshop to get started. The sense of fulfillment you’ll get when you finish a project is unbeatable.

The LT Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL Museum in West Sayville is Underway

We work on a variety of building projects here at The Calvosa Organization. But currently there is one project that holds a special place for Vince Calvosa.

Vince is acting as the Director of Construction for the LT Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL Museum in West Sayville. The museum, which celebrated its groundbreaking on November 2nd, is named in honor of Patchogue native LT Michael Murphy, who died trying to save his SEAL team members during a gunfight with the Taliban in 2005.

“I am so proud to be a part of this project,” says Vince. “It’s an honor to work with so many members of the community in building this museum and education center.”

The LT Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL Museum will be located next to the Long Island Maritime Museum, a unique waterfront site that is dedicated to preserving the maritime history of this area. The museum will feature Navy SEAL history, classroom facilities, and public spaces for community events. While classified as a museum, the building will also be a state-of-the-art educational facility as well as a memorial to our fallen SEALS.

This will be the second Navy SEAL Museum in the nation built to commemorate the service of all United States Naval Special Warfare Operators, and honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Visitors will experience a museum and education center that makes personal and emotional connections to U.S. Naval Special Warfare Operators, and the values that govern the SEAL Community. The museum’s mission is to help visitors to understand the meaning and price of freedom, and appreciate what it means to put service above self. Throughout the museum, visitors will have opportunities to interact with and learn about the SEAL Community via films and videos that honor and promote the ideals associated with Special Warfare Operators. The goal is for each visitor to have an informative and inspiring experience.

Designed to act as “a living, breathing memorial”, the museum will also have a space for our local Sea Cadets to study and train. The U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps is an organization that offers young Americans (ages 11 through 17) the opportunity to realize personal success and achievement through a nautically oriented training program. They develop interest and skill in basic seamanship, while learning the value of patriotism, courage, self-reliance, teamwork and accountability.

In addition, the LT Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL Museum will add to the area’s already rich array of historic and cultural attractions. Completion of the museum is expected to be in late 2018 / early 2019.

Support the Museum

There are many ways you can help and support the museum grow. Any contribution of time, money or resources are invaluable to us. Preserving the legacy and honoring those who fought for us as Navy SEALS takes a team and we want you on it. You can make a difference. We need individuals, businesses, corporations, foundations, governments, and veterans and military service organizations to provide the support and funding necessary to make the LT Michael P Murphy Navy SEAL Museum and Naval Sea Cadet Corp Training Facility a reality. Please visit www.murphsealmuseum.com. We are a 501 (c) (3) organization, so your gift may be partially or fully tax deductible. 

Our corporate and individual sponsorships are forming now. If you or your company value’s align with supporting our Navy SEALS and Naval Sea Cadets and want to become a crucial asset to the museum, please CONTACT US directly.

To learn more about the LT Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL Museum, visit murphsealmuseum.org.

 

Barlow Model Receives The 2017 LIBI Award

The Calvosa Organization is excited to announce that we received a Double Diamond award from the Long Island Builders Institute during the 12th annual LIBI Awards banquet held on November 8th at the Woodbury Country Club. Our Barlow model at Grace Estates in East Islip won for “Best Single Family Detached Home (Luxury category)”. We were also honored with a Citation by the Town of Islip, recognizing our award and our contributions to the community. “We are so thrilled to be recognized by our peers in the building industry,” said Vince Calvosa. “We are grateful that our dedication to traditional craftsmanship and superior construction is valued by the LIBI and our clients” The Calvosa Organization’s custom homes at Grace Estates were designed to be elegant, yet cutting-edge. They are a deft combination of old-world skill and up-to-the-minute technology and design. It’s no surprise that the LIBI judges were so impressed. Come visit the Barlow model and see what makes this home a stand-out. The Long Island Builders Institute is an association of building professionals who are dedicated to making Long Island a better place to live and work, by creating a balance between the economy, the environment, and the achievement of the American Dream of home ownership. The organization represents builders, remodelers, commercial, residential, multi-family developers, rental buildings as well as general contractors and professionals serving Long Island. There are only two opportunities remaining to live in a Calvosa home at Grace Estates. For more information about The Barlow model or Grace Estates, call 631-563-2551.

Why expert framing makes a difference

The Calvosa Organization has one mission: to build for posterity. We want to build homes that will last for generations.

The elements that make that kind of longevity possible are the foundation and the framing of a home. In effect, they are the skeleton of a home. When done properly, these two components will help a home withstand the tests of time indefinitely.

At the Calvosa Organization, we take framing very seriously. From rafters and joists to walls, ceilings and stairs, decades of experience and knowledge make the framing in our homes true feats of engineering. Old world craftsmanship for the 21st century.

What makes our framing so special? Our framing carpenters are dedicated to excellence, doing their jobs with a commitment and passion that is rare in today’s world. Our dedicated carpenters work together month after month, year after year. They are a family of craftsmen who work with respect for each other and dedication to their craft. In fact, for over 25 years, we have provided expert framing services to our own custom home clients, as well as to other home building organizations in need of seasoned professionals who specialize in framing carpentry. 

Other Calvosa differentiators include safety training for all framers, and the wearing of safety equipment at all times on all jobs. Also, our framers are managed by The Calvosa Organization’s home office, which is located in Bohemia, close to all work sites in Long Island. We manage jobs very efficiently, keeping everything moving by coordinating materials and prices with our subcontractors. No matter the scope of a home building project, the Calvosa framing team knows the management team has their back.

The result? Outstanding framework based on unparalleled skill, hard work, and motivation. And a home that will stand the test of time for your family.