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http://www.fhecharlottepost.com Cljarlotte $0!St THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2005 4D REAL ESTATE Arena puts new value on Uptown Roland Hawkins PHOTOWADE NASH The Chariaotte Bobcats Arena not only adds basketball and entertainment to Charlotte’s Uptown neighborhood, it also makes living in the area more attractive. Bobcats’ new home adds sparkle to city’s urban core ■ Things are jumping in the Uptown area, especially around the new Charlotte Bobcats’Arena Those of us who were fortunate enoug^i to acquire tidcets to Saturday’s sold-out grand ; opening were not disappointed. The festivities were almost as spectacular as the arena itself This new arena is truly Charlotte’s crown,! jewel, if not the state. I spent most of the game in awe of the magnificent structure. The value of real estate around the Uptown area is already pricey and will certainly increase in value. You can easily find several condominiums that exceed the $1 million price tag Uptown. Located just a block away fiom the arena, in the new 17 story Courtside complex you can purchase a 2685 square feet two bedroom high rise penthouse with a purchase price of $1.1 million The courtside high-rise condominium complex is scheduled for completion in early 2006. You can purchase a smaller 1,640 square feet, two-bedroom unit for $615,000. If you can wait until 2007, the IVademark complex is scheduled for completion. Tlie 28-story contemporary icon will contain 192 units and a 330-space parking garage. Most two-bedroom units are currently listed around $650,000. Uptown condominiums are designed for people who desire lux ury and the dty lifestjde. The condominium lifestyle is most pop ular among empty nesters and young home buyers. Both group® understand and appreciate the value of home ownership. Own ing a condo relieves home owners of external readency respxm- sibility and maintenance. Yard work is not a pxtpular chore for some, espjecially condominium dwellers. Practically every age or income bracket can afford condomini- Please see UPTOWN/5D Outdoor space for all seasons ARIU IJl Rt:SOL'Ri E ASSOCIAIIOS Does the approaching sea son not only cool the air but also chill your spirits? If the first cold snap sends you indoors to embrace warm blankets, you’ll be happy to know your eryoyment of out door living spaces doesn’t need to succumb to the ele ments. A properly designed and well-appx)inted outdoor living space can become quite a comfortable spot to eiyoy the cooler months, and create a focal pwint outdoors where the family can eiyoy quality time together instead of hibernating indoors in fi*ont of the television. And with many stylish, durable prod ucts on the market these days to enhance the comfort and convenience of backyard entertaining • the end result is a space that not only meets your needs, but lifts your spmts. “The outdoor room is defi nitely becoming more than a seasonal spjace,” says Peter Lang, general manager of the Western Red Cedar Lumber Association. “And just like every other room, homeown ers can easily create an eiyoy- able locale with a few simple additions, some thoughtful p}lanning and a few decora tive touches.” Taking the time to incoiporate some decora tive and functional elements will not only add aesthetic flair, but also pirovide that cozy feeling to help extend the decking season. When inserting these elements into your outdoco* retreat, be sure to consider the following ideas and tip® to properly “deckca^te” this season; Decx)rative touches One of the easiest ways to brighten any outdoor living spjace is with seasonal touch es placed throughout. An ideal way to welcome in the colors of fall includes baskets filled with pump^kins, Indian com, leaves and Russet ap^es Remember, borrow ing items fixim nature exudes the rich colcrs of autumn, provides a warming presence as the days grow cocker and smartly blends the space with the natural surround ings. Strategically placed tea Please see CXJTDOOR/SD FWrO/ARA CXDf^NT Want to dress fireplace? Just add a touch of jewelry .ARTICLE RESOIRCE ASSCXtiATIOS The Uttle black dress has always been a wardrobe basic, but jewelry adds the ' sp>aikle. At hcmie, a few well- pdaced accessories can dress up a basic fireplace too. According to a 2004 con sumer survey conducted by the Hearth, Patio & Barbe cue Association, homeownCTs with a gas or wood-burning fireplace consider it a mfyor design feature, with many describing it as an architec tural element. But now it’s time to pday dress up! A variety of hearth acces sories are available, in styles to fit the taste of virtually every fireplace owner. Whether buying a matching set of accessories, or pulling the look together piece by piece, be sure to consider all the oprtions. If the fireplace doesn’t have a mantel, con-4 sider adding one. A mantel can parovide a finished look, and can make a small fire place look bi^^. Whether choosing a man telshelf, or a full surroimd mantel, be sure the design complements the room, and neither overwhelms nor underwhelms the size of the firebox. An eye-catching fire place screen - availaUe at home centers and specialty hearth retailers - cc^rts a lit tle, installs in seconds, and creates an instant focal point. Whether your styde is con temporary \^ctorian, coun try art deco or just eclectic, there are screens that will blend seamlessly with your home. Firesets are a necessi ty for wood burning fire places and are a great decoy fca* gas fireplaces. They include a brush, ash shovel, and poker mounted in a dec orative stand. For wood- burning fireplaces, a log holder is a must. Styles and finishes run the gamut. Choose an op)en. grate-like Please see ADD/5D Next time you remodel, dare to do something totally different .ARTICLE RESOURCE .ASSOCIATION When was the last time you heard the phrase, “Think outside the box.” It’s usually asscxiated with the business world, but is applicable to a lot of things in om* pjersonal lives too, particularly home decorating. Where is it written that you have to paint aU four walls in a room the same color, get a sofa for the liv ing room and a bed for the guestroom; or lay down the same kind of flcx)ring throu^out a room? Dare to be differ^t, and you’re sure to be impressed with the results. When it comes to flooring, getting cre ative with design and color can be time consuming and costly “Not so with Forbo’s new Marmoleum click,” says Piera Marotto of Forbo Flooring. The company’s latest flooring option, Marmoleum Click, is getting a lot of attention fiurn paofessional home decorators these days because of its versatility It’s available in 18 different colors, including barbados and Caribbean, which look like different shades of sand; serene gray which resembles a piece of granite; vir gin blue which could be likened to the ocean; and golden sunset, which is fiery orange like the sim going down in the western sky This smooth, warm-to-the touch natural flooring offers a healthy, easy to clean surface, along with an ultra comfortable platform for your tired feet. Log on to www.themarmoleumstore.com to learn more. ‘You can do pretty much anything you can imag ine with this flooring,” says Marotto. Not only can the flooring be used to create visual effects, but optical ones as well. You can make a room appjear larger by using light colors knd simple pattans, or choose a busy pattern and darker colqjg ^to make the room feel cozier. “If you want the panems to be the focal point of the room, you can install zig zags of alternating colors, or even checkerboards.” Unlike conventional flooring materials, such as tile that requires cement, vinjd that has to be glued down, or hardwood that needs to be nailed down, Marmoleum Click comes in easy-to-install click panels and squares. The panels simply lock into place with a tongue and groove system. Each panel is approximately 12 inches wide and 36 inches long. They can be combined with the 12-indi by 12- inch squares for a wide variety of patterns and color combinations. Since no glue is required, you can walk on the floor immediately after installa tion. Easy installation is just one of the many ben efits this product offers. Marmoleum is gi favorite among environmental ists because it is natural and environmentally responsible Marmoleum is made of linseed oil, rosins, and wood flour, calendered onto a natural jute backing. It is naturally anti-static and anti microbial, making it a great choice fcM* a healthy indoor environment. lb learn more about Marmoleum Click, or to find the dealer nearest you, log on to www.themar- moleumstore.com or call f 866) MARMOLEUM
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