ASHEVILLE, NC – May 26, 2009 – Biltmore Farms Homes announced today the upcoming release of its new Cottage Collection. This collection includes five new models designed in response to emerging buyer preferences for smaller homes. According to the National Association of Home Builders, the average size of new homes rose constantly from 1978; but in 2008, significant buyer segments desired smaller, more energy efficient homes.
The Cottage Collection which will be unveiled at Biltmore Lake, ranges from 1,400 to 2,200 square feet, and offers quaint, low-maintenance living with customized convenience. Prices will start in the $290,000s. “The Cottage Collection caters to the demands of a rapidly growing market segment,” said Bob Duffy, Vice President of Biltmore Farms Homes. “We have experienced an increase in sales of our town homes, most of which offer a more efficient lifestyle within a smaller space. Acknowledging this shift, we expect the buyer’s demand for the quality of finish and level of appointment to hold their course but it is clear that many buyers desire less square footage, even in individual homes.”
The design of the Biltmore Farms Cottage Collection is focused on function, comfort and articulation of architecture coupled with simplicity of lifestyle. A premium is perceived in flexibility. Exterior materials are all low maintenance and homesites will be smaller. “We are seeing the priorities of certain buyers change. These buyers are simplifying, shifting back to the basics with a greater emphasis on comfort rather than grandeur.”
Each cottage is designed and built in accordance with the Western North Carolina HealthyBuilt Home Program insuring higher energy efficiency, better indoor air quality and long term cost savings to the home owner. Architectural features of the Cottage Collection will include stacked stone or selections of brick, exterior timber accents, clapboard, and pebble-dash stucco. Built for today’s lifestyles, each cottage includes Structured Wiring Systems throughout. Well appointed amenities are complemented with a significant offering of selections and flexibility with customization available for most features; all in an effort to cater to individual tastes and preferences, with assistance from our Professional Design Consultant.
Every Biltmore Farms Home is guaranteed with a 2-year comprehensive warranty that covers the entire home, from foundation to rooftop in addition to a 10-year limited structural warranty.
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