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The 2008 Christmas House is Open for Tours

Karen Kairos — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 14:54:45 +0000

The Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles 2008 Christmas House is open for tours. All of the proceeds of the annual event, which is now in its 34th year, benefit the Alliance Children’s Theatre. The house is only open until Sunday, December 7th, so you should make plans to view it soon. There is talk that this year’s house is well on its way to becoming the most successful Designer Show House ever. Taking a tour of the Christmas House is a fantastic way to get yourself in the holiday spirit while helping a good cause in the process. The House, designed by Harrison Design Associates and situated on almost 2 acres of very visible and desirable real estate, will feature individually decorated rooms by the area’s “A” list designers to showcase high-style interiors while capturing the essence of the Season.

The house is conveniently located in Buckhead, which is the same neighborhood as all of the new homeowners at the Astoria at the Aramore. (more…)

Sunday Open Houses at the Astoria

Karen Kairos — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 19:21:32 +0000

The Astoria at the Aramore wants to invite you to come tour their beautiful model homes, which are now open. Every Sunday, the luxury condos in Buckhead will host an open house from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. where they will offer tea and coffee for interested homebuyers. This is the perfect time for you to come tour a model home because, not only will you get free refreshments, but the Astoria staff will be readily available to help answer questions and guide you through the models. Having a guided tour is much more beneficial than looking solo because the staff will be able to point out every fine finish and luxurious feature. They will also be able to tell you how you can modify different plans and feature to better suit your needs. So, when you find yourself without a way to fill your Sunday afternoon, head over to Buckhead to take advantage of the Astoria open house.

Big Openings in Atlanta This Weekend

Karen Kairos — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 21:17:07 +0000

If you are anywhere near Midtown Atlanta on Sunday, which you always are if you recently moved into a luxury new condo in Atlanta at the Astoria at the Aramore, the make sure you stop by the High Museum of Art for the grand opening of The First Emperor. This highly anticipated exhibit is finally upon us, and you can be among the first to see one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of the 20th century. Of course, this extraordinary exhibit is not the only historical attraction opening in Atlanta this weekend, only a few blocks from the High Museum is the Atlanta Civic Center, who recently welcomed King Tut and many of this treasures. On display at the civic center are 50 objects from the tomb of Tutankhamun, including the gold sandals that adorned the mummies feet and a beautifully adorned canopic jar that mummified his internal organs. King Tut is not the only ancient ruler of Egypt in this exhibit. Also on display is Khefren, whose great pyramid is the only remaining structure of the seven wonders of the ancient world and Hatshepsut, the queen who became king as well as other significant figures. If you are a history buff, then these are two exhibits you won’t want to miss.

Exquisite French Villa at Avignon

admin — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:58:13 +0000

Once again, we are highlighting one of the extraordinary single-family villas available at Avignon at Vinings. There are only a total of 25 villas throughout the entire community and no two are the same. This particular French-inspired villa gives homeowners one of the most popular features currently available in the housing market, the master suite on the main level. The home features a total of four bedrooms and four and one-half baths plus an abundance of fine finishes and luxurious features.

Built by Waterford Homes, LLC, this exciting luxury home in Vinings offers a gallery hallway with a large stair hall leading, and it opens to the paneled fireside Library with built-in bookcases. From the main level, the dramatic curved stairway leads to upper and lower levels. Adjacent is the formal dining room with 10’ ceilings and French doors. Separating the dining room from the kitchen is a Butler’s pantry with abundant storage, wine chiller and sink. The kitchen features custom cabinets, a large island, a pantry and appliances by Wolf, Bosch and Sub-Zero - it is a gourmet chef’s delight! (more…)

The Atlanta Opera Presents Cinderella

Karen Kairos — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 21:22:03 +0000

There are many benefits to choosing Avignon at Vinings as your new home, but one in particular is the convenience to the Cobb Performing Arts Centre (CPAC). This new Atlanta venue is only minutes away from the luxury townhome community in Vinings. Both the Atlanta Ballet and the Atlanta Opera have chosen the Cobb Performing Arts Centre as their venue of choice for all performances, which means that Avignon residents have convenient access to all of these exceptional events throughout the year. Traditionally, these are the types of events that would be hosted downtown at the Fabulous Fox Theatre - a 30 minute commute from the Vinings area. Well, this weekend the Atlanta Opera is peforming Cinderella on the CPAC stage. Disney has made the fairy tale a well known story, but seeing it performed through dance and song is a completely different and moving experience. You have four opportunities to catch this masterpiece: Nov 15, 18, 21 and 23. So, to all of the homeowners at Avignon at Vinings, be sure to take advantage of these exceptional performances going on in your backyard.

Model Homes Now Open at the Astoria

Karen Kairos — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 15:20:25 +0000

You have been reading about the Astoria at the Aramore for months, and now it is time to see for yourself if what you have been reading is true. I am confident you will not be disappointed. The Astoria at the Aramore is officially open. New residents have begun moving in and the exquisite model homes are now open for you viewing pleasure. Where most communities allow you to peruse the model homes at your leisure, the Astoria condos are offering one-on-one guided tours with the developer through the entire building. This way, you are sure to notice every luxurious detail, all of the amenities available to you as a resident, every unique feature and ask questions while you are at it. Of course, this is the kind of treatment you have come to expect from these luxury condos in Buckhead, as they have never been like an ordinary condo development.

Day of the Dead at Atlanta History Center

Karen Kairos — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 14:13:26 +0000

The Atlanta History Center, located in Buckhead off of West Paces Ferry Road, is bringing the Day of the Dead celebration to Atlanta this weekend. On Sunday, November 2nd, from noon to 5 p.m., visit the Atlanta History Center for educational experience about the famous Mexican festival. On display will be decorated altars that honor deceased family members, much like the altars you would find in Mexico during this celebration. Historians will be on hand to tell stories about the Day of the Dead. Authentic Mexican food and music will also be featured on Sunday. This is a prime opportunity to learn some of the traditions of a different culture that shouldn’t be very foreign to us as Mexico is our neighboring county. The program, presented in collaboration with teh Instituto de Mexico and the Mexican Consulate, takes place outdoors and is free and open to the general public. This is a prime cultural experience and extremely convenient for anyone living in the Buckhead area. The Astoria at the Aramore is opening in a matter of days, meaning that soon unique exhibits like this one will be a part of your regular routine.

Luxury Villa at Avignon at Vinings

Karen Kairos — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 19:47:55 +0000

Avignon has basically become synonymous with luxury townhomes in Vinings. What you may not realize though is the community features single family villas and condos as well as the townhomes. The timeless European architecture found in all of the townhomes at Avignon at Vinings is also found in the single-family villas and condos. Two single-family villas are currently open for tours, so stop by the community for a first-hand look. But, for a sneak preview, here is a detailed description (as well as a couple of photos) of one of the single family villas currently for sale:

Designed by Harrison Design Associates, this elegant Brick and Stone Country Manor home has 10’ ceilings throughout the main living area. Large formal dining room and coffered ceiling library flank the gracious foyer. A butler’s Pantry with built-ins and wine chiller separates the dining room from the kitchen, which features custom Thornhill cabinets, a large island with prep sink and seating for four, Wolf, Sub-Zero and Bosch appliances complete the gracious sized kitchen. This home has a mud room and laundry off garage. Family Room with 48” fireplace opens to the kitchen/breakfast area and the covered veranda. (more…)

Four Course Wine Dinner Next Thursday

Karen Kairos — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 16:11:34 +0000

For the wine connoisseur residents at Avignon at Vinings that have full intentions on taking advantage of the wine tasting room in the clubhouse, this is an event you won’t want to miss. The South City Kitchen is hosting “The Power of Pinot” next Thursday night - November 6th from 6:30 to 8:30. The South City Kitchen is a very popular local restaurant that hosts fantastic events like this one on a regular basis. Living only moments from such charming restaurants is only one of the many perks you will have when choosing to purchase a new townhome in Vinings at Avignon.

This is so much more than just a dinner party as each meal has been specifically chosen to pair with a specific wine. As the title of the event suggests, the wines are all Pinots - Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc. Let’s start with the passed hors d’oeuvres (more…)

Do Something Wicked this Halloween

Karen Kairos — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 16:13:05 +0000

Perfectly in time for the Halloween season, the Fox Theatre is proud to welcome Wicked, the smash-hit that has impressed audiences all over the nation. I am sure you are very familiar with the story of Dorothy and the Wicked Witch of the East from the Wizard of Oz. Well, there is more to that story than meets the eye, and it just may be that the Wicked Witch of the East wasn’t so “wicked” after all. So, be sure to head to the Fox for a fun-filled musical that retells one of the most famous stories of all time. The last time this extraordinary musical made its way to the Fabulous Fox Theatre, it broke box office records and sold out in record time. Back for a longer run, Wicked is currently at the Fox until November 2nd and tickets are still available. A day-of-performance lottery for a limited number of seats is held daily. Just show up two and one-half hours prior to show time to enter your name in the drawing. Keep in mind that residents at the Astoria will be able to conveniently take advantage of Atlanta events such as this.