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17 October 2003
Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott raved about its wow factor and imaginative architecture, and buyers have been equally captivated by the bold designs at abode in Newhall, Harlow, Essex. Copthorn Homes has now unveiled the ultimate taste of contemporary living at abode with its spectacular new showhome.
With double-height ceilings, open-plan living areas, a stylish spiral staircase and balconies, this new four storey, four bedroom show home will enable potential buyers to experience the true meaning of flexibility and adaptability in a 21st century home, according to Neil Armstrong, Marketing Director of Copthorn Homes.
He says: “All our homes exude our trademark features of space, light and flexibility, but none so boldly as this large family show home. Unusual glazing features such as projecting bay windows and a stunning two storey conservatory incorporating a galleried staircase, fill the house with natural light even on the dullest of winter days. It will appeal to young professionals who want stylish space as well as families.”
Flexibility is the key to the houses at abode, and visitors to the new showhome can see for themselves how the house can adapt to the individual needs of its occupants. The open plan layout of the ground floor incorporates a large fully fitted kitchen and informal living and dining areas with full height glazing opening out on to the walled garden, an ideal space for entertaining in the summer months.
A dramatic spiral staircase takes visitors up to the first floor which also, is completely open plan. The unusual layout of the home allows for the creation of a secondary living area and home office with access out onto two private balconies. The four bedrooms have been designed over the top two floors, with dramatic glazing flooding the rooms with light and making them suitable to be used as studios or workrooms.
The internal specification of the home complements the architectural styling of the buildings, which adhere to a palette of colours and textures reflecting the local Essex countryside. Light, elegant interior decoration creates a comfortable neutral backdrop.
The custom-designed kitchen features high quality fitted units with steel bar handles to complement the brushed stainless steel Smeg appliances, which include an electric oven and grill, gas hob, chimney style extractor and hood and integrated fridge freezer. Continuing the contemporary theme, the show home kitchen includes wooden worktops, an island unit and cool ceramic floor tiles.
The bathrooms inspire a minimalist, contemporary feel with recessed down lighting, designer chrome fittings and simple white bath, washbasin and ceramic wall tiles which offset the rich, natural warmth of the walnut finish counter top.
When complete, abode will comprise just 82 homes ranging from one and two bedroom apartments through to two, three and four bedroom family homes, within an outstanding new community just 25 miles north east of London.
During the visit by Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott, the first Building for Life Gold Standard award was presented to abode by the Government body, Commission for Architecture and Built Environment, as an outstanding example of high-density development.
The showhome is available for viewing daily, from 10.30am to 5.30pm and similar house types are £399,995. Our two-bedroom homes range from £247,000 and our three bedroom homes start from £270,000. Further information is available from the sales and marketing suite on 01279 639309 or by visiting our dedicated website at www.abode.gb.com to register your interest. If you are looking for a bright, inspirational home, then ask about our part exchange scheme when you call.
Copthorn Homes is part of Countryside Properties PLC.
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Double-height ceilings and open-plan living in the new showhome at abode, Copthorn Homes award-winning development at Newhall, Harlow,
Essex. Similar house types are £399,995.
For media information:
Issy Lowndes
Gritti partnership plc
0870 444 4568
ilowndes@grittiplc.com
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Information correct as at 17/10/2003