Miami Real Estate

Is your home eco-friendly and energy efficient, or are those hard-earned dollars of yours  going down the drain? 

In honor of Earth Day and Earth Week,  here are a handful of ways to  “Green Your Home For Less”:

Here are the 12  Top Eco-friendly Homeowner Tips to Green Your Home and Save Money:

#     Top Ranked            Eco-friendly Savings Solutions                                                                                                                 

1.     Window/Door           Impact glass/double-panes                                                                                                                                      

2.     Water Usage             Low flow toilet/showerhead                                                                                                           

3.    Water Efficient           Tankless water heater                                                                                                                         

4.   Appliances                    Energy Star Rated:Washer/Dryer/Dishwasher /Oven/Refrigerator                          

5.   Insulation                     Sprayed/Rolled/Radiant Barrier (attic,exterior walls)                                                   

6.   Pool                                Operate Pool pump  4-6 hrs                                                                                                              

7.  Electricity                      Energy efficient bulbs                                                                                                                      

8.  Heating/Cooling          High Efficiency A.C. Unit/frequent filter changes                                                              

9. Electric Usage                Reduce high energy culprits: Oven& Iron                                                                                

10.Renovations                  Incorporate recycled materials                                                                                                      

11: Shade                              Plant trees and  Install Awnings                                                                                                      

12: Back to Basics              Air dry dishes & clothes

The author’s personal favorites, both green certified  and energy star rated Miami properties, are The Venetian Coral Gables Townhomes and Smather’s Four Fillies Farm in Pinecrest.

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You came here by chance. The allure of the palm trees, ocean and tropical paradise that Miami is known for.  A gentle way of life.  Miami, southern gateway to America, beckons…. and Coral Gables definitely, unequivocally invites you to stay.  If historic Coral Gables whispers, there’s a rooftop terrace, and outdoor summer kitchen … and rooftop jacuzzi…. and an entire private villa beneath it waiting to have your name attached to it. For now, your villa holds the name of a fine wine or special story… just waiting to be told.
Step through the wrought iron gates.  Slip the key in and
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For a variety of reasons,  a townhouse or villa may be a plausible answer to ‘what’s next?’  Whether you want to lock-up and take-off for a well-deserved romp around the globe… or  eliminate  entirely the hassle of maintaining a large home ( and grounds!)…  both can offer you freedom, without catapulting you into  quarters of claustrophobically minimal dimensions.  If you’re looking for independence and elbow room …  and a condo seems a bit confining…  Read the rest of this entry »

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Outdoor terraces & views of the Biltmore: A dusty bottle of Sassicaia from the wine cellar. Armagnac by the fireplace. A casual evening with Read the rest of this entry »

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Can you imagine living in a 4 story villa in the heart of Coral Gables… a private elevator, and a rooftop terrace with gorgeous views of historic landmarks… and no grass to cut?.  If you’re looking for a lifestyle change and are adamant about not sacrificing the quality of life you are used to, you might want to explore The Venetian Coral Gables.

From the outside, the Venetian exudes luxury. Designed by architects Marshall Bellin and Glenn Pratt, the community features traditional Italian architecture and design, with paved stone courtyards and waterfountains.

Enter through your private elevator, from street level, or through your individual underground garage.  Enjoy the decadence of your state-of-the-art Italian kitchen (Wolf, Miele and SubZero appliances). Your own 500 bottle wine cellar wtih the perfect bottle of wine. Kick off your shoes and relax by the living room fireplace, or step out onto your many terraces and take in the tropical Miami air. Retire and rejuvenate overnight in your third floor bedroom. In the morning, draw open the blinds… overlooking courtyards and the Coral Gables tree canopy. TAKE A PRIVATE TOUR.

Relax with friends on the loggia of your fourth-floor private entertainment area. Whether you barbeque, broil steak, or savor Florida’s stone crabs, your rooftop garden, with it’s covered outdoor summer kitchen (with sink, stove and refrigerator) opens to the sky above. Watch the football game in the grand media room connecting to the outdoor terrace, or throw on your swimsuit and hop into the rooftop jacuzzi spa tub.

Be among the few to live in one of twenty magnificent villas and embrace the lifestyle that is the Venetian Coral Gables… Your home … in Miami.

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