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. 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.
10 Reasons to Come Celebrate the Barlow Model Grand Opening at Grace Estates!
The Calvosa Organization will be celebrating the Grand Opening of our new Barlow model at Grace Estates on Sunday, August 6th from 12:00 – 4:00 PM. There will be drinks and refreshments, and you can meet with Vince Calvosa in person!
You’ve seen the virtual renderings on our website… Now you can come see this incredible home in person! If you’re still undecided, we have 10 reasons why you absolutely want to come tour the spectacular Barlow model!
- Though classically designed, the open floor plan is ideal for today’s families.
- The traditional brick exterior & distinctive architecture convey a sophistication that’s rare in new homes.
- The elegant kitchen has stainless appliances, solid wood cabinets, a large island, and stone counters.
- The stunning master suite includes an extensive walk-in closet, and a luxurious bath with a shower and freestanding tub, marble tiles, and a double vanity.
- The formal dining room is designed for generations of family dinners and holiday celebrations.
- Gorgeous 3.5-inch white oak flooring runs throughout the home.
- There are old-world details like an open central staircase, vaulted, tray & coffered ceilings, and deluxe molding and trim. Wait till you see the two-story foyer!
- It is located on a cul-de-sac, in a one-of-a-kind neighborhood on the South Shore.
- Just 1 mile from Great South Bay, Grace Estates offers easy access to shops, restaurants and entertainment in town.
- Prices start at $1.3 million.
The Barlow model is located on Huntting Lane, East Islip, NY 11730. For more information about the Grand Opening or Grace Estates, call 631-563-2551 or visit CalvosaOrganization.com.
We look forward to seeing you on August 6th!
Our Favorite Ways to Add Luxury to Your Master Bath
No matter what size your master bathroom is, you can always find ways to make it even more luxurious. At the Calvosa Organization, we believe that the key to creating a luxury bath is the quality of the materials we use, and the talents of the craftsmen who install everything. Here are some tips we recommend for creating a more luxurious master bath experience.
- Choose the best quality finishes and materials possible. Whether it’s the tile on the walls, the faucets, the new tub or the cabinets, go for quality. Do your research so you know what you’re looking for.
- Consider adding more natural stone, like travertine, marble, granite, limestone, or onyx. These come in large tiles or panels now, so you can cover the floors or walls with fewer grout lines for a seamless look. Plus, no two pieces are alike, so your room will be unique.
Install a freestanding bathtub. Some of them are simply gorgeous, like sculptures. Just make sure the tub is long enough for the tallest person who might be using it.
- Make sure the trim work, colors and/or style complement the master bedroom, and the rest of the house. For example, if your home is a very traditional colonial, an ultra-modern looking bathroom will stand out a little too much.
- Don’t forget the lights. You can add plenty of visual interest with accent lighting, unique fixtures, and even some color-changing LED technology.
- Bath surfaces tend to be smooth and shiny, but adding texture is a great way to add a little interest. Look for unpolished stone, reclaimed wood or handmade tiles.
- Include some greenery. All those slick surfaces and shiny finishes can be a little cold and lifeless. Bring in some plants or potted trees to add warmth and life while improving air quality.
Our Featured Floor Plan – The Barlow
Allow us to introduce The Barlow. It has 4,992 square feet of living space, with 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, and a 3-car garage. Like most of the plans we offer, The Barlow is a classically designed home, evoking an unusual level of grace and sophistication. The first floor is designed to fit today’s families, featuring everything you need for daily life – a large open living area, a huge mud room, plenty of storage, and flexible rooms that can adapt to your needs.
The Barlow features a stately front porch, which leads into a dramatic 2-story foyer highlighted by a sweeping central staircase. Just beyond the foyer, the combined great room/breakfast room/kitchen is the heart of the home. The gorgeous kitchen is the focal point, featuring white, Shaker-style cabinets, stainless steel, gourmet-style appliances, and a large center island with seating. The adjacent formal dining room is ideal for holidays and celebrations. The study is just off the great room, and offers a peaceful space to work or relax, while the living room adjacent to the foyer is perfect for entertaining guests. There is also a mud room with benches, cubbies & closets.
Upstairs, the elegant master suite includes an extensive walk-in closet, and a l
uxurious bath with a shower and freestanding tub, marble tiles, and a double vanity. The additional bedrooms and baths are spacious and comfortable, with generous closet space. The second floor is also home to the laundry room, and may also include a large bonus room above the garage – the perfect spot for a game room, media room, fitness room or play room. A finished basement is another option for this spacious home as well. The Barlow also has dozens of stunning Calvosa details that make it unique, like white oak floors, 9-foot ceilings, a gas fireplace, vaulted 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.
12 Ways to get your home sold faster!
When families come to us here at The Calvosa Organization, they want to build their new dream home. But most of the time, they need to sell their existing home. For our experts, that’s no problem. We offer advice and support for choosing the right realtor, and Vince Calvosa himself will even go look at a potential home buyers current residence to make suggestions on how they may be able to sell it quicker. We find it helps having a true expert on your side with the market experience that can give you insight you need.
Though real estate markets vary drastically depending on where you live, there are some basic tips that will show your home at its best – and get it sold faster!
- Take a step back. Go outside and look at your house the way a stranger would. Walk up the driveway and front
path. Open your front door. Does the house welcome you? Imagine how it will look to a buyer.
- Curb appeal is key. A buyer’s first impression of your home comes the second they pull up to the house. Keep the sidewalks cleared, and the lawn mown. Spruce up the mailbox, siding and window trim. Plant seasonal flowers. Trim the shrubs. Make sure visitors can clearly read the house number.
- Make minor repairs. Replace cracked tiles. Patch holes in the walls. Fix leaky faucets. Fix doors that don’t close properly and drawers that stick. Replace burned-out light bulbs. And give everything a fresh coat of paint. Stick to neutral colors.
- De-personalize. You have stuff. Potential buyers don’t need to see it. Think of your home as a model home. All visitors need to see is uncluttered surfaces, empty closets and neat rooms.
- Less is more. Homes show better with less. Remove furniture that blocks views, paths or walkways. Remove extra leaves from the dining room table. Leave just enough furniture in each room to showcase the room’s purpose.
- Organize & de-clutter. Do you want people to see your messy coat closet or that over-stuffed kitchen cabinet? No, you want them to see neat, organized spaces with plenty of room to store things in!
- Let the sun shine in. Raise the shades. Open the curtains. Wash the windows. Turn on the lamps. Rooms that are bright seem larger and more inviting than those that are dark.
- Take a deep breath. It’s very common for people to be unaware of smells in their own homes. (Tobacco, pets, mustiness, cooking odors.) Open the windows, and thoroughly clean rugs, floors and walls. Put out fresh flowers. Bake bread or cookies.
- Clean the house – top to bottom!
- Rent a pressure washer and spray down sidewalks and exterior.
- Clean out cobwebs.
- Polish faucets and mirrors.
- Wash & wax floors.
- Dust furniture, ceiling fan blades and light fixtures.
- Bleach dingy grout.
- Hang up fresh towels.
- Send pets and children away. If prospective buyers are coming to have a look, you don’t want them to be intimidated by your dog or distracted by your children.
- Price it right. Don’t price your home too high. A higher price will only discourage potential buyers, and leave your home on the market longer.
- Picture perfect. Make sure your listing has lots of good photos. Photos go a long way to enticing prospects to come visit your home in person.
When you’re ready to build a new home – and sell your current one – call The Calvosa Organization. We’re the experts who can get it done.