The Astoria at the Aramore and Avignon at Vinings are drawing much attention in Atlanta. If you caught the June issue of Today’s Custom Home magazine, then you should have noticed the cover featuring these new Atlanta communities built by Kairos Development Corporation. The article goes in-depth to describe exactly what sets Kairos Development apart from other Atlanta developers, even emphasizing how Kairos got its name and the meaning behind it. There are amazing pictures of both communities, showcasing the luxury, location and lifestyle. If you haven’t yet seen this issue of Today’s Custom Home, you really need to pick it up, or you can read the article online. Of course, if you choose to read it online, then let me suggest clicking on the printable PDF version. This brings up the article exactly how it looks in the magazine because the online article does not do it justice.

One amazing benefit of living in the luxury Atlanta condos at the Astoria at the Aramore is the fantastic location. Being directly off of Peachtree Street in Buckhead, near historic Peachtree Battle, you will never lack for convenient things to do on the weekend. For example, this weekend at the Fabulous Fox Theatre you can see the American favorite Oklahoma!, with all of the songs that you know by heart. The Fox theater is located off of Peachtree Street, just south of the Aramore building. And in between the Aramore and the Fox is a myriad of fantastic Atlanta restaurants like Shout, Veni Vidi Vici, Trois, Bazaar and more. Award-winning musicals are on the only source of entertianment that the Fox Theatre offers – some upcoming shows include: Kathy Griffin, Carlos Mencia, Lewis Black, Les Miserables, a summer film festival and the Color Purple. Having this historic Atlanta landmark just down the street from the Astoria condos is a tremendous perk that will fill your weekends with limitless entertainment.

Amy Johnson, who is the finance and technology director for Kairos Development Corporation, recently graduated from the Leadership Rockdale program. In the photo is Amy Johnson with Georgia’s Attorney General, who spoke at the ceremony, and the Leadership Rockdale class facilitators. The fact that Amy took the time to attend all of the courses and meet all of the requirements to graduate shows the devotion and dedication Kairos employees have to their surrounding communities. Amy is now thoroughly involved in Rockdale and will contribute the knowledge gained to the bright future that she hopes the area will soon achieve. Leadership Rockdale is a series of six full-day sessions and one retreat. The idea behind this program is to increase knowledge and awareness of the community and its leaders. Many topics are discussed throughout the duration of the program, like the justice system, government, education, community wellness and industry. Once again congratulations to Amy and we are thrilled to see Kairos so involved!

For residents at Avignon at Vinings, the new townhomes in Vinings, you are in the heart of one of Atlanta’s trendiest and most happening districts. Every weekend, you have a variety of things to do, making the biggest problem choosing which ones to participate in. This weekend, the can’t-miss event would have to be “Blues, Brews & BBQ.” For the entire weekend, June 20 – 22, South City Kitchen in Ivy Walk will provide a great opportunity for you to get out and meet neighbors in the community while dining on finger-licking BBQ, drinking refreshing with Sweetwater Beer and listening to some toe-tappin blues music. To make reservations, call  770-435-0700 or visit fifthgroup.com. This is a great event because 10% of the sales on Sunday go to the non-profit organization Camp Twin Lakes.

So, a great option would be to go to Blues, Brews & BBQ on Sunday, so what to do on Friday or Saturday? Well, tomorrow night, Friday night, Radio Disney and the City of Smryna are hosting a movie release party for “Camp Rock.” Starting at 6:00 p.m. (more…)

If you know you are in the market for a new luxury condo in Buckhead, then it would be beneficial to use one of these beautiful summer days exploring the area. In particular, you could visit the area surrounding The Aramore and the new Atlanta condos The Astoria at the Aramore. You could take a day analyzing the exhibit on display at the High Museum of Art and then enjoy a tasty dinner at nearby Restaurant Eugene or Holman & Finch Public House, both of which are located in the Aramore building. Or only a tiny bit further down Peachtree is Atlanta’s most famous park – Piedmont Park, where you could challenge a friend to a flag football game, enjoy a romantic picnic with your significant other or take your best friend (meaning your dog) for a leisurely walk. Lined with flowering trees, Piedmont avenue is a beautiful street to take a stroll upon, and accenting this street are numerous retails stores with unique finds. If the day turns into an evening event, look to the Fabulous Fox Theater, which is currently hosting its summer film festival. There will hardly be a day of boredom when living in the Buckhead area of Atlanta with so many recreational outlets at your fingertips. Thus, the most important stop you should make on your day around Buckhead is at the sales center at the Astoria so that you can call this amazing neighborhood home.

While I am sure you have heard numerous reports about a declined real estate market, the Vinings real estate market has continued to produce hot sales numbers. Recently reported in an article in the Atlanta Journal Constitution, prices have jumped 57% in the Vinings area from last year and the number of homes sold increased by 22%. Bear in mind that the average for the metro area was a decrease in home sales of 22%. So, what makes Vinings immune to the slump in the real estate market? Well, Vinings is the perfect blend of the hustle and bustle of big city life, plus the feel of small town life and the safety and comfort of the suburbs. Not yet overdeveloped, this community in Atlanta is booming with fantastic restaurants and unique boutiques plus is only a short commute to Buckhead, Midtown and Downtown. But, you don’t have to take my word for it, just look at the numbers. In a market where home sales dropped 22%, the Vinings real estate market increased by 22%. There is no denying that Vinings is the place to be in Atlanta, so if you want to join the masses and discover the hottest district in Atlanta, then you should purchase a new townhome at Avignon at Vinings. (more…)

Kairos Development has partnered up with several outstanding design and building teams to create a trendy and unique neighborhood in Vinings. The Avignon at Vinings is a 170-home gated community of condos, townhomes, and single-family homes priced from the high $300,000s to more than $1 million. These homes have high-quality design right in the middle of Atlanta. Avignon at Vinings offers luxury amenities like a 24-hour guard and concierge, outdoor gathering spaces, views of the Atlanta skyline, a clubhouse, pool, wine tasting room, and even a spa and fitness center. All the homes feature tons of upgrades including private studies, large walk in closets with shelving, spacious master suites, French doors,  gourmet kitchens, stone fireplaces, and exquisite architecture. In this gorgeous master-planned community, luxury can be found in any size in this romantic European Village. The award winning teams that came together to help Kairos in this unique community include Harrison Design Associates, The Preston Partnership, and B&C Studio.

It is with great pleasure that I announce the newest retailers at the Astoria’s Retail Plaza: Agera Skin and Body Wellness, Baccus FitSpa and Pizza Fusion. I hope all of you homeowners at Astoria are paying attention because these will all be located within walking distance from your new Atlanta condo. The Retail Plaza and office space on Peachtree in historic Peachtree Battle will allow residents the convenience of being close to shopping, dining and places of business. With gas prices now reaching over $4/gallon, it’s a huge perk to have all of these outlets located so close to home, eliminating the need of driving a car. The Astoria at the Aramore is one of the most luxurious live/work/play communities in Atlanta, and you haven’t considered purchasing a new home at a mixed-use development, it is about time to seriously investigate the many advantages. The Astoria’s prime Buckhead location is close to many of Atlanta’s best restaurants, unique shopping boutiques and many office buildings as well as the Fox Theater, High Museum of Art, Atlanta Civic Center and many other Atlanta venues that feature the best in entertainment. So think about how purchasing a new condo at the Astoria will enrich your life by adding luxury and a prime location, and visit the sales gallery today to reserve your luxury home.

The first residents at Avignon at Vinings have officially moved in. So, a grand welcome to Allen and Margie Ray! The couple has recently moved into a beautiful, new townhome in Vinings and is among Avignon’s first customers. The community’s high architectural standards and ideal location were deciding factors for the Rays in the purchase of their Atlanta new home. In addition, the Rays were pleased with Avignon’s variety of unique floorplans and personalized touches. They chose to customize many finishes in their luxury townhome including a “dramatic application” of wainscoting paneling in the dining room, going with a five-foot application. You can start living a life of luxury in this unique community developed by Kairos Corporation just as the Rays have. The ideal location and fantastic amenities are reason alone to make Avignon your home, but of course one cannot overlook the dramatic, old-world Europe architecture that give residents the feeling that they are living in another world. While conveniently located in the heart of Vinings, close to I-285, I-75 and the Cumberland Mall area, you will feel miles away from the big city as soon as you come through the gates at Avignon.