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.

Check Out Our Newest Floor Plan – The Clairemont

Introducing… The Clairemont! It has 5,150 square feet of living space, with 4 bedrooms, 5 baths, and a 3-car garage. Like our other designs, The Clairemont is a modern take on a classic design, with traditional architectural details and a contemporary floor plan.The main living area is so open and family-friendly. It features a 2-story great room with a fireplace, a spacious breakfast room, and a breathtaking kitchen with a huge walk-in pantry, solid wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, stone countertops, and a large center island. The impressive 2-story foyer features an elegant turned staircase, as well as a view of the formal dining room, and the living room with coffered ceiling. The private study is perfect for a home office or even a guest room. There are two full bathroomson this level, and a large mudroom adjacent to the three-car garage. 
Upstairs, the cozy master suite includes a large walk-in closet, and a luxurious bath with a shower and freestanding tub, porcelain and marble tiles, and adouble vanity. The additional bedrooms and baths are spacious and comfortable, with plenty of closet space. The second floor is also home to the laundry room, and may also include a large bonus room above the garage. (The ideal location for a game room, media room, fitness room or play room.) 

The Clairemont also features many other distinctive Calvosa details, like white oak floors, 9-foot ceilings, deluxe molding and trim, and a brick façade with elegant moldings. The Calvosa Organization builds luxury custom single-family homes on the South Shore of Long Island, New York. Our unique approach to building is known as the “Calvosa Touch”, a blend of creative ideas, old world craftsmanship, and innovative technology that creates beautiful, functional homes. When you’re ready to build the home of your dreams, come see our quality and dedication for yourself.

The Calderaro Family LOVES Vince – and their new Calvosa home!

Hurricane Sandy caused so much physical – and emotional – damage when it struck in October 2012. Families up and down the Atlantic coast have spent years trying to get their lives back in order. For many of them, rebuilding their homes – not just repairing them – was necessary. One of those families was The Calderaro’s from Amity Harbor. Their home was destroyed by almost 4 feet of water, and they chose Vince Calvosa and The Calvosa Organization to rebuild their home.

 

“After our home was destroyed, we had to quickly decide how we were going to rebuild,” recall Carmine and Theresa Calderaro. “While we weren’t mentally ready to embark on the home building journey, we knew we needed to find the best contractor for the job. We met with other builders before choosing The Calvosa Organization, and we can honestly say that from our first meeting with Vince, we were thoroughly impressed. We knew right away that he was the best out there.

 

“Vince is everything you can ask for in a custom homebuilder. He worked closely with us to turn our ideas and dreams into reality. He took care of us every step of the way, from the initial proposal to handling the permit process with the town, even navigating through the guidelines with the NY Rising Community Reconstruction Program.

 

“Vince was extremely understanding and flexible throughout the whole process, and always looked out for our best interest. And the professionalism and quality of the Calvosa crew are not to be underestimated. They are the best of the best! We always felt that everyone working on our home genuinely cared about it, and how it would ultimately turn out.

 

“We feel blessed that we not only have a gorgeous home that will stand the test of time, but that the whole process was so seamless. We take just as much pride – if not more – in what’s behind the walls as what’s on top.

 

“The Calvosa Organization exceeded our expectations tenfold,” say Carmine and Theresa. “And we highly recommend them to anyone considering building a new custom home.”