When designing your new home, Goodall Homes offers suggestions from designer, Melissa Sisk:

Nature plays a leading role in this year’s home decorating trends. Birds, bamboo, and weathered wood to name a few will be featured in many decorating schemes in 2010.  One easy and economical way to incorporate new trends into you’re decorating scheme is to purchase a new set of pillows for your sofa.  Pillows can be updated seasonally to stay current with the latest trend.

Many new homeowners ask how they can transform their home to model home status.  Two additions that make the greatest impact to any home are custom drapery and wall art.  If you have funds to splurge on one item, choose a wonderful landscape painting for your home.  It will be a focal point and can transform your room.

Recent surveys of homeowners reveal that granite is still the number one choice for countertops in the Nashville market.  Homeowners, in the Nashville market also consistently list home office space and media rooms as “must haves” when searching for a new home.

Outdoor living spaces continue to trend upward.  Homeowners are creating outdoor rooms on decks, porches, and patios with an array of iron and wicker furniture.  The most sought after addition to outdoor living this season is a fire pit.  The good news is that prefabricated fire pits look great and can be purchased at home improvement stores for a few hundred dollars.

National home decor stores are featuring vintage home furnishings this season.  This trend is showing up in bed linens, furniture, and accessories.  One favorite finds this season is a console bar from Pottery Barn.  It is an antique workbench that has been repurposed to serve as a bar.  Repurposing of furniture is trending up in a big way this year.  Search your local antique and thrift shops for a unique piece of furniture that can be a focal point in your home.

Often the most economical way to give your home a face lift is with paint.  Color has the power to calm or energize.  When selecting a paint color for your bedrooms, choose colors that are in the “cool” palette.  Calming blues and greens are consistently chosen for bedrooms.  Use bold colors such as red for your dining room, kitchen or entry way to create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Goodall Homes, Middle Tennessee’s fastest growing homebuilder, is proud to announce that Ladd Park in Franklin, TN, has been added to the Goodall Homes family of communities.

Ladd Park, located just south of historic downtown Franklin, is within minutes of all of the shopping and restaurants in the Cool Springs Galleria area. The community features paved walking trails and underground utilities, enhancing the enjoyment of the beautiful terrain. The scenic Harpeth River flows through the neighborhood, allowing for access to recreational canoeing. Another advantage to this area is the excellent Williamson County Schools.

Goodall Homes is offering designs that start at $279,900.  All of the homes are constructed with brick and fiber cement siding. A model home has been constructed at Ladd Park and is now open for business. To visit this community, take Exit 61 off of I-65 for TN 248/Peytonsville Road toward Spring Hill. Turn left at Goose Creek Bypass/Peytonsville Road, left at Long Lane, and left on Alfred Ladd Road.

For more information, please visit our website at goodallhomes.com or call 615-451-5029.

Colonial Village, a Goodall Homes community located off of Winwood Drive in Lebanon, TN, boasts a busy social calendar.  Pot-luck dinners at the Clubhouse, lunch outings for the ladies, dinner nights out for the neighborhood at area restaurants, coffee gatherings, etc., are just a few of the examples of the activities that are regularly scheduled for the residents.  Many of the events are held at the Clubhouse, which boasts a large gathering area and kitchen.  Swimming pool parties are also planned during the summer months.

“I have so much fun helping the Social Committee at Colonial Village compile their seasonal calendars,” says Debby Haddock, Activities Director for Goodall Homes. “When we get together to plan events, there are so many wonderful ideas and requests.  The people who live here like to have fun!”

Goodall Homes is Middle Tennessee’s fastest growing homebuilder. Colonial Village and StoneBridge are both in Wilson County. For Information about Colonial Village can be found at goodallhomes.com or by calling the onsite sales office at 615-444-8586.

Bob Goodall, President of Goodall Homes, recently presented annual awards to employees for customer service scores and performance.

Mike Rochelle was presented with the Project Manager of the Year award for his work at StoneBridge in Lebanon, TN. Rochelle received the combined highest scores on customer service, production times, and quality reports. StoneBridge also received the award for being the community with the highest customer service recommendation rating.

The Salesperson with the highest customer service score was Augusta Castle, for Lenox Place and Elk Acres, both in Gallatin, TN.

Salesperson of the Year for 2009 for sales was Tammy Chambers, with forty homes sold. Chambers sells homes at Magnolia Village and Kensington Green, both in White House, TN.

Derrick Dennis, Project Manager at Colonial Village in Lebanon, TN, received the Speedy Gonzales Award for completing 95% of the homes either on time or earlier.

Goodall Homes uses Guild Quality, an independent customer satisfaction surveying company, to interview each new homebuyer to assure the best possible service. The survey responses monitor the service delivered, measure the performance of the people, and address the needs of the customers in a timely manner. Guild Quality works with over 500 building professionals, from remodelers to neighborhood developers, to assist them in collecting valuable feedback from their customers.

“Guild Quality surveys all of our customers three times during and after the entire building process,” said Goodall. “These customer satisfaction scores are the most important thing we measure here at Goodall. We want to make sure that all of our customers have an exceptional buying experience, and we want to be sure to recognize our employees who display excellence in this area.”

Over 400 people gathered at StoneBridge, a new Lebanon community, to celebrate the opening of the new 8,700 sq. ft. Clubhouse.  Lebanon Mayor Philip Craighead and Elaine Mount, of the Lebanon/Wilson County Chamber of Commerce, assisted Bob Goodall, President of Goodall Homes and Communities, in cutting the ribbon.  The evening included entertainment by the Nashville Silver Strings, and catering by the Cuckoo’s Nest.This new Clubhouse has expansive main gallery with a large stone fireplace and 40 ft. high cupola.  There is a large meeting room that can accommodate an array of events such as business meetings or luncheons.  Other features include a billiards room, sales and homeowner’s association offices, and a catering-style kitchen.

The fitness area of the Clubhouse is fully equipped with various pieces of state-of-the-art equipment for aerobic and strength-training conditioning.  Multiple televisions and windows overlooking the neighborhood provide an array of visual inspiration.

The pool and spa area, which adjoins the Clubhouse is anchored by a spacious 3,500 sq. ft. pool.  There is also a children’s pool area and an elevated hot tub that has an impressive view of the surrounding green space.  The pool area overlooks a large Colonial Lawn area that residents can use for family picnics, playing Frisbee or catch, kite flying, etc.

Stonebridge occupies over 302 acres in Wilson County, including 140 acres of designated green space, located just off I-40; east of Mt. Juliet.  The resort-style community will have over 800 home sites, including single-family homes, villas, and townhomes.

The new model homes that are available to be toured are the Richmond and the Bradford.  These models will give potential homebuyers a taste of an entire new product line-up for Goodall Homes.  These new floor plans feature Easy Living Home designs with all of the necessities of the home located on the first floor, with additional bedrooms, baths, and bonus rooms located on the second floor in some plans.

“With all the amenities Stonebridge has to offer, we think it is the relaxation destination for the Greater Nashville area,” said Goodall.  “We are excited to open the recreation features of this neighborhood.”

For more information on Stonebridge, visit www.goodallhomes.com or call Amber Davis or Megan Climer at 615-443-1269.

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Stonebridge Grand Opening

On Wednesday, February 25, 2009, Bob Goodall, President of Goodall Homes and Communities, cut the ribbon on the new model home in Cambridge Farms in Gallatin.  Cambridge Farms is located on Long Hollow Pike at the end of Vietnam Veterans Parkway (TN 386).  The grand opening ceremony was attended by Sumner County Executive Anthony Holt, various local real estate sales agents, including Gwen and James Dowland, members of the local media, and several employees of Goodall Homes and Communities.  The Gallatin Chamber of Commerce was represented by Paige Brown Strong, Executive Director, and Zena Rodgers Parks, Assistant to the Director. The event was catered by award-winning Chef Christopher of Westmorland, TN.Todd Reynolds, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Goodall Homes & Communities addressed everyone in attendance and spoke on the success that Goodall Homes is continuing to experience, even during the current economic challenges.  “This new design is a perfect example of one of the many new ventures we are undertaking in 2009.”

This new model home, The Richmond, is a design that has passed the EasyLiving Home^cm certification, a recognized brand name that includes features that make the homes easy to live in, not only today, but in the future as well.  The convenience of a step-free entry is immediately apparent.

“This program is designed to assist builders in implementing features to enhance convenience.  These things make the home cost effective, attractive, accessible, “visitable,” and convenient for everyone,” stated Goodall.

“Goodall Homes has long realized the importance of making a home more convenient for various stages of life.  We have been marketing One Level Living homes for quite some time, our own version of this concept,” said Goodall.  “This new model in Gallatin is a wonderful way to showcase our commitment to build homes for the future.”

For information, please call Kelly Schimmel at 615-452-2820.

Todd Reynolds, Vice President of Sales & Marketing of Goodall Homes and Communities is announcing that the joint partnership with Shelter Mortgage has a new mortgage broker.

Working with Goodall from Shelter Mortgage is Katie Terwilliger, a former Sales Representative at Goodall Homes, who has over 9 years of experience in new home sales.  Terwilliger’s accomplishments include being awarded Sales Person of the Year twice, and has been a seven-time National Home Builders Association winner.  Throughout her career, Terwilliger has always made financing of the new home her main focus.  She has completed numerous financing courses and continually expands her knowledge of this ever-changing industry.

“Katie’s attention to detail, communication, and organization have placed her at the top of this industry,” says Reynolds.  “Her time as a Sales Representative at Goodall Homes will enhance this thriving partnership between Shelter Mortgage and Goodall Homes.  Katie will provide a streamlined home-buying experience for all of her customers.”
Shelter Mortgage has been in business since 1981 and currently has over 40 joint ventures nationwide. Shelter Mortgage is a subsidiary of Guaranty Bank, headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, a fourth generation family managed and customer/employee owned bank that has been in business since 1923. Guaranty Bank currently has over 180 retail banking offices located in WI, IL, MI, MN and recently GA (known as BestBank in MI and GA). Guaranty Bank employs over 2,200 employees across the country.
Strong long-standing investor relationships allow Shelter Mortgage to provide hundreds of loan programs to an array of homebuyers.  “These relationships will allow our customers to have access to an array of mortgage options and will give them a choice,” said Reynolds.  “Having a partnership with Shelter Mortgage makes buying a home with Goodall even easier, and creates a one-stop shop in buying a home.”

Todd Reynolds, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, is proud to announce that Goodall Homes and Communities continued to maintain record sales in 2008, despite the downturn in the economy.  Since 1995, Goodall Homes has sold at least 100 homes a year.

Goodall Homes and Communities has been a Middle Tennessee home builder since 1983.  President and CEO Bob Goodall attributes the success of the company to providing quality construction in a home designed to meet the needs of the buyer.  Current trends are for homes that are designed for people to age in place.  Goodall Homes is the premier Easy Living Home builder in Tennessee.  This designation assures three main features:  Easy Access, which means a step-free entrance from either the driveway, sidewalk, or other firm entry; Easy Passage, requiring every interior door on the main level of the home to provide a 32-inch clear passage space; and Easy Use, which is defined by the home having no less than one bedroom, a full bathroom, a kitchen, and an entertainment area all on the main floor. “Early indications are that there is a lot of synergy in the real estate market for the New Year, and we look forward to another successful year in 2009,” said Reynolds.

Bob Goodall, President/CEO of Goodall Homes and Communities is announcing that Keith Porterfield, C.O.O. has completed the requirements necessary to be a Certified Green Professional by the National Association of Home Builders.

Porterfield attended a three-day workshop held by the Home Builders Association of Middle Tennessee that focused on designs and materials for homes to make them substantially more energy efficient.  Although Goodall Homes utilizes the Energy Star rating and other environmentally friendly products and construction techniques, this new information will assist Goodall Homes into incorporating even more energy efficiency and environmental friendly products and techniques into their designs.

“We are striving to save our homeowners money by reducing their utility expenses, as well as trying to be good stewards of the environment,” said Porterfield.  “We stay informed of the latest information on new building materials and construction techniques for our new homes to meet the current demands of our buyers.”

Goodall Homes and Communities is proud to announce that a new model home has opened in Magnolia Village, located on US 31W in White House.  This model home, the Charleston, has passed the EasyLiving Home^cm certification, a recognized brand name that includes features that make the homes easy to live in, not only today, but in the future as well.  The convenience of a step-free entry is immediately apparent. Homeowners will appreciate that not only when grandmother comes to visit, but also when it’s time to move furniture or bring the baby’s stroller in from the car.

“This program is designed to assist builders in implementing features to enhance convenience.  These things make the home cost effective, attractive, accessible, “visitable,” and convenient for everyone,” stated Bob Goodall, President/CEO of Goodall Homes and Communities.  “Everything from strollers to wheelchairs can enter easily, and a 330-pound football player can move around comfortably.  Even heavy, large furniture deliveries are less complicated.  Also, the resale value is greatly enhanced.”
There are three main features incorporated into the design.  Easy Access, which means a step-free entrance from either the driveway, sidewalk, or other firm entry; Easy Passage, requiring every interior door on the main level of the home to provide a 32-inch clear passage space; and Easy Use, which is defined by the home having no less than one bedroom, a full bathroom, a kitchen, and an entertainment area all on the main floor.

Two-story homes are eligible for EasyLiving Home^cm certification, however, as the aforementioned features refer only to the story served by the step-free entrance.

The EasyLiving Home^cm visitability is backed by a solid coalition made up of respected housing industry leaders, government and non-profit organizations, and disability advocacy groups.   This list includes AARP, Habitat for Humanity, Commission on Aging and Disability, Homebuilders Association of TN, Tennessee Housing Development Agency, Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Housing Facilitators, and Centers for Independent Living,

“Goodall Homes has long realized the importance of making a home more convenient for various stages of life.  We have been marketing One Level Living homes for quite some time, our own version of this concept,” said Goodall.  “This new model in White House is a wonderful way to showcase our commitment to build homes for the future.”

For information, please call Tammy Chambers-Clark at 615-672-5455.