Presales Condos & Pre-Construction Real Estate




Thursday, December 13, 2007

Big White Real Estate and Recreational Properties in Kelowna, Okanagan BC

Big White Feathertop Summer 2009 Update


I trust you are enjoying your summer. It has been a rather interesting summer in Kelowna with all the fires, smoky at times. We are glad everyone is safe. Black Mountain Golf Course is the newest addition to the championship courses of Kelowna Big White real estate resort market place. We, the owners of Kelowna Feathertop Ventures Inc., Marlin and Pauline, along with a few others started the now Black Mountain Kelowna real estate resort development. The group from Edmonton who purchased the course has done a great job and the Black Mountain golf course is fabulous. Each hole is interesting and unique. It is only a 35 minute drive to Feathertop Kelowna Estates for sale. The presale Kelowna Feathertop Estates has seen some nice changes with the "log cabin" nearing completion. It truly is an outstanding Big White Feathertop Kelowna condo resort building which will most certainly attract international attention. Many unique design features at the new Big White Feathertop Kelowna Condominiums for sale have been incorporated which will add to the Feathertop condo ambiance. There is also a large Big White Feathertop Kelowna chalet just about to commence construction on lot 25. This resort chalet will fill the building envelope and takes advantage of the fantastic views. The Feathertop Estates Kelowna resort show home on lot 64 has sold to a wonderful family from out East and will be available for rent through Rentchalets. The name of the Big White Feathertop chalet is now "Artist's View" and it sleeps 13. The presales Feathertop homes will be featured as luxury full service accommodations at Big White Ski Resort real estate development. Also Kelowna Feathertop Real Estate will have a presence with Sotheby's in Whistler as well as Coldwell Banker at the Grand here in Kelowna. Mark is entering his third Big White ski season with us and is available throughout the off season to answer any questions you have regarding purchasing in Big White Feathertop home sites and condo residences for sale. We do have a new 2009 Kelowna Big White Feathertop price lists for the lots and chalet construction. If you are interested in your copy please let us know. Please encourage any of your acquaintances that may be interested in Big White Feathertop Kelowna to register on the website. Don't forget to purchase your early bird season's pass on the Big White website.

FeatherTop Big White Ski Resort in Kelowna


If you are looking for a second purchase opportunity for chalet homesites in Kelowna’s Big White FeatherTop development, now is the chance. Phase 1 sold out. Register now for Phase II. Mountainfront living is now defined at the Big White ski resort Feathertop real estate properties home sites. Featuring a rare release of chalet homesites, FeatherTop Big White Kelowna is now in the priority registration phase. The views, privileged access and the rareness typically associated with exceptional lakefront homes have found their place on the mountain. Welcome to FeatherTop – a unique, private enclave in the heart of Big White Ski Resort. This is true mountainfront living. Call 1.888.765.9253 or www.FeathertopBigWhite.com for more information about Kelowna’s FeatherTop chalet homesites. Call one of their property specialists now to secure your registration. Limited release opportunity in Big White, Kelowna BC.

Feathertop New Pricing for 2008-09 season - A few deals
Hello and welcome to the upcoming ski season at Big White Ski Resort, Kelowna, British Columbia. We are having a major snowfall as I write this letter. We are offering you a new and better price list for Feathertop Kelowna this season. If you ever were going to purchase at Feathertop resort chalet homes, now is the time. We have Feathertop homesites starting under $200,000 plus we are offering one chalet that we will build for one lucky Feathertop homesite purchaser for as low as $399,000. There is now an option to standardize your Feathertop chalet where it is still a fabulous product along the same lines of our existing chalets just more affordable. We are available to answer any questions. Our new Feathertop sales team will be happy to serve you. We welcome on board Jim and Sandra Howe from Remax Kelowna and they will be joined by Mark Hethertington who is returning from last season. We hope to see you on the slopes and we look forward to your visit. Call or email us to receive our new Feathertop home site price list and a copy of our site plans. Come see us in the Loft at the Village Centre Mall (VCM) or in our show home 580 Feathertop Way. Look For New High Forest Pricing to follow. Warmest Regards, Sandra, Property Specialist | Toll Free: 1.888.765.9253 | www.mountainfront.ca

The Big White Feathertop Chalet Developers
My name is Pauline. My husband, Marlin and I have been Big Whiters since we met as teenagers in the Okanagan college ski club. We are the developers of the Feathertop Homesites and Big White chalet homes for sale. First of all, Thank you all for your interest in Feathertop Big White. We already have 12 enquiries for our deals put forth this month. The feedback was great with everybody loving the Feathertop Chalet Big White homesite real estate offering concept. We do agree it is the address of choice at Big White real estate market. Our Big White Feathertop Chalet Show Home has had many visitors this season with everybody enjoying the expansive view and the professional decor. We do appreciate your patronage and support. We now have over 3800 Feathertop Chalet followers! There are many Feathertop Big White home sites deals that will suit a variety of resort real estate investors. These deals, along with our new standard pricing make Feathertop Chalets and homesites in Big White Resort attractive to the savvy property investor that enjoys owning the best. We want to know what it would take for you to own a piece of Feathertop at Big White Resort. Make us an offer and we will take the time to see what we can do to help you join our Feathertop family. Story- We have been building and developing real estate at Big White Resort since 1991. In fact we finished building our ski chalet before we had our home. When the children were small we had seasonal daycare passes including lessons for approx $300. Every year we would invite family and friends to come stay with us in the chalet. Our family from afar still come yearly to ski Big White Resort. My nephews, now teenagers, still enjoy the yearly family ski vacation at Big White Resort. They take such pride that they can now out ski Auntie Pauline and they can't wait for the day they out ski Uncle Marlin. We had a rule and it was that they had to be at least seven to go down the cliff with us and then they could get the "I skied the cliff Tshirt". Chaleting is such a great way for family of all ages to play together and stay together. Our project previous to Feathertop Big White Homesites and High Forest real estate offerings at Big White Resort was the Grizzly Lodge. It was one of the first luxury condominium concepts at Big White. We used the logs from the site in the construcion of the Grizzly and the great room was designed for people to gather apres ski and mingle in the lodge.
We hope to meet you and tell you many Big White stories. We will be in the Big White Resort Feathertop Chalet and Homesites Discovery Centre tonight from 4-7and will be at the High Forest show suite 2-4PM March 7th and March 28th. Come in and see the Show Home on Feathertop Way. Weekends from 1-4. Our Discovery Centre hours are 12-4:30 daily. Cheers and, Call for your Feathertop site plans and new price sheets, or visit the Sales Team. Pauline, President, Feathertop Ventures | Email: pauline@mountainfront.ca | Cell: 250-864-7385 | Toll Free: 1.888.765.9253 | www.mountainfront.ca

Grizzly Ridge Kelowna BC


For those with Champagne tastes. Champagne powder by day. Fireside champagne by night. Kelowna’s Grizzly Ridge is an exclusive enclave of luxurious mountain homes in a private gated community with exceptional ski-in ski-out access. With only 9 residences available in Phase One of the Grizzly Ridge luxury homes, this truly is a real estate opportunity for the privileged few. The Kelowna Grizzly Ridge Discovery Centre is located at White Foot Lodge on Big White Mountain Ski Resort in BC. For more information about the Big White Grizzly Ridge Kelowna homes, please visit www.grizzlyridgeestates.ca or call 877.469.3173.

High Forest at Big White Kelowna BC


Genuine Mountain Living. Tucked into the upper corner of Big White Ski Resort, the High Forest Kelowna is a small community of log cabins where the mountain lifestyle and spirit are uniquely embraced. Quality log homes at High Forest at Big White offer ski-in and ski-out neighbourhood and are priced in the 300’s. Fulfill your dream of owning a mountain getaway nestled in the snow. Call 1.888.765.9253 or visit www.highforest.ca for more info about the Kelowna High Forest real estate development. Call on of their real estate specialists to secure your priority registration.

High Forest Cabins at Big White Real Estate Resort
Thanks to all that entered to win the trip to Mexico. We are having the draw on January 24th, during our 4 to 7 wine and cheese at the Discovery Center in the Village Center Mall at Big White Resort real estate market. We hope you all enjoyed your holiday season. Big White experienced record breaking skier numbers over the holidays and you can be a part of the exciting new Big White real estate development at High Forest Cabins. Introducing our New High Forest Big White Resort 2009 Prices! No time restrictions with the option of bringing your own builder! Subdividable Big White duplex lots at High Forest Cabins starting at $185,000. High Forest Cabins with land included now from as low as $327,500. Our conventional new Big White cabins which are wood framed with cedar siding have come in $30,000. under the log cabin pricing. If price was a factor, it is no longer. We also have Early Event lot pricing. Take advantage of this oportunity to own a family ski in/ski out chalet in a place of quiet tranquilty. View our Showhome in High Forest weekends 1-4 PM or by appointment. Please contact at the Discovery Center at Big White High Forest Cabins in the Village Center Mall for 2009 price lists and site plans. Warmest Regards, Mountainfront Sales Team

MountainFront Developments at Big White, BC - Thank You for Registering


MountainFront Developments is offering Phase II Feathertop Chalet homesites and High Forest Log home communities at Big White this winter season. I've included a brief overview of both communities.

FEATHERTOP CHALET HOMESITES PHASE II
- Big White's newest ski-in/ski-out, master planned single family home community
- Community consists of 55 homesites offered in three phases; Phase I sold out in 3 hours in last ski season
- Four unique Chalet floor plans with homesites starting in the mid $200Ks
- MountainFront Developments provides a worry-free building process
- Six stunning Chalets are built with a show home available for viewing so let us know if you'd like a tour when you're on the mountain

HIGH FOREST LOG CABINS
- Big White's newest log cabin master planned neighbourhood
- Cabins are nestled within a forested neighbourhood near Snow Pines
- Most Cabins have spectacular Monashee Mountain views
- Architectural guidelines and design review process ensure residences are crafted within our mountain log cabin theme
- Cabins range from quaint weekend getaways to custom duplex or single family residences
- Phase 1 Cabins start in the $300Ks and are available for purchase by Reservation in December 2007
- Our model home will be open during the Holiday Season! ~ Personal tours by appointment only

Our Real Estate Discovery Centre is set to open in mid December, and is located at the loft in the Village Centre Mall, Big White Ski Resort, British Columbia, Canada. Please feel free to respond to this email with your questions, or call me directly at 1.888.765.9253.

See you on the Slopes!

Warmest Regards,

Al Reid
Property Specialist

Email: al@mountainfront.ca
Cell: 250.212.7508
Toll Free: 1.888.765.9253
www.mountainfront.ca

P.S. Should you have any friends or family who may be interested in MountainFront Developments please pass along my contact details.

Phone: 250-765-9253 Toll Free: 888-765-9253 Fax: 250-765-9259
Discovery Centre Loft, Village Centre Mall, Big White
Mailing Address: Box 2724 RPO Banks Centre, Kelowna BC V1X 8B6, Canada

Mountainfront Developments - HIGH FOREST ~ WEBSITE LIVE


Thank you for registering with MountainFront Developments, proudly bringing you The High Forest Cabins and Feathertop Chalet Homesites. I am inviting you to discover more about High Forest our newest Log Cabin neighbourhood at Big White.

High Forest Log Cabins at Big White
High Forest cabins are nestled within a forested "removed but not remote" location offering spectacular Monashee Mountain views. Architectural guidelines ensure homes are crafted within our mountain log cabin theme. Residences range from quaint weekend getaways to custom log homes. Our first 10 Phase 1 Cabins start in the $300Ks.

Visit www.highforest.ca to find out more!

AND... WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING PRIORITY RESERVATIONS!

For further information, please contact our sales office at 1.888.765.9253 or register online at www.mountainfront.ca.

Our new Discovery Centre
at the loft in the Village Centre Mall, Big White
is NOW OPEN so be sure to stop in and visit us.

From the MountainFront team, we wish you a wonderful Holiday Season and look forward to seeing you on the mountain!

Warmest Regards,
Al Reid
Property Specialist

Email: al@mountainfront.ca
Cell: 250.212.7508
Toll Free: 1.888.765.9253
www.mountainfront.ca

Huge Price Reduction on Big White Resort Real Estates Feathertop Showhome Chalet & Lot 55
FEATHERTOP SHOWHOME WAS $1,350,000. NOW $999,000. Just Reduced $351,000. This won't last! Bring your offer now! Showhome for the Feathertop chalet homes at Big White Resort Real Estate Hours every Saturday and Sunday 1-4 PM or by appointment.FEATHERTOP CHALET HOMESITE LOT 55 WAS $225,000. NOW $155,000. Just Reduced $70,000. The pre-sale Big White resort real estate Opportunity is now! Come see us this weekend! Join us for WINE & CHEESE every Saturday 4-7 PM At our Discovery Centre located above the ticket centre in the Village Centre Mall. We are excited to announce the winner of our all inclusive trip for 2 to Mexico. The winner is Willie Drysdale from the Big White Snow Hosts. Congratulations Willie! Come see us! If you ever were going to purchase now is the time! Lets make a deal!! Call or visit the Feathertop Chalet Homes Big White resort real estate Sales Team this weekend.

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Monday, December 10, 2007

Invite Only @ Floridian Condos DC Washington - Fabulous Five Condo Picks! And launching the 420 Condos in Downtown Washington DC

THE 420 CONDOMINIUMS Washington Capitol Hill


Location: 420 16th St, SE

1BR $220K and 2BR $320K

CALL NOW FOR FIRST AVAILABLE WASHINGTON DC 420 PRE-SALE CONDOS APPOINTMENT -- 202.299.9223
THURSDAY JANUARY 31 - 12-6PM
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 1 - 12-6PM
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 2 - 1-5PM

-- STYLISH CITY THE 420 CONDOS DC!
-- HIP METRO LOCATION -- CAPITOL HILL, METRO, HARRIS TEETER, RFK STADIUM, EASTERN MARKET!
-- COMPLIMENTARY CUSTOMIZED FINISHES!
-- FREE STORAGE UNIT (first five sales)
-- GREAT INCENTIVES - LIMITED TIME ONLY!

33 spacious, fully renovated 1BR and 2BR Washington DC 420 condos at pre-sale pricing. Limited pre-sale opportunity - on-site 420 Condominiums Sales Center now open! We're targeting 10 pre-sales with discounts and special concessions -- now's the time to lock in your unit!

Do you crave upscale condo living on a Washington DC downtown budget? Here's your opportunity to own a stylish condo in a great location! For a limited time only, pick your finishes and select special "goodies" available to pre-sale customers only -- including storage options and concessions. It's a win-win situation - reserve now for a great deal on your new, customized DC 420 condo!

PRE-SALE 420 Condos FEATURES AND INCENTIVES INCLUDE:
--Spacious, fully renovated 1BR & 2 BR units at pre-sale discounted prices --Free kitchen countertop up-grade --Free kitchen cabinet up-grade --Free bathroom countertop up-grade --Free bathroom cabinet up-grade
--Free glass kitchen backsplash up-grade
--First 5 units sold will receive a free storage space; thereafter storage spaces are available for $4,500 --Low $1,000 deposit --3% seller closing cost credit if buyer uses designated settlement company and lender acceptable to seller

CONDOMINIUM UNIT FEATURES:
-- Open Kitchens w/Maple Cabinets
-- Stainless Steel Range, Micro, Fridge, DW
-- Glass Tile Backsplash
-- Custom Pendant Lighting
-- Wood Floors
-- Great Windows
-- Recessed Lighting
-- All New Plumbing, Electrical & HVAC Systems
-- Washer/Dryer in Unit
-- Travertine Tile Baths
-- High-end fixtures
-- Stone Topped Vanities w/Porcelain Undermount Sinks
-- Spacious Bedrooms
-- Large Closets
-- Common Courtyard
-- Landscaped
-- PARKING AVAILABLE
-- STORAGE UNITS

Details and floor plans @ http://urbanlandcompany.com/prop/overview.php?id=93

UrbanLand Company
Real Estate Brokerage
202.299.9223

Adams Morgan Washington DC Condos - OPEN SUN! 1 BRs from 284K
UrbanLand Company proudly presents:

EUCLID FLATS
Adams Morgan
2515 17th St, NW

SUNDAY, JANUARY 6, 2008
1PM - 5PM

Check out these spacious 1 & 2 bedroom units in the heart of Adams Morgan. Bright open living ef open sunspace, contemporary detailing throughout, knock out oversize baths w/separate showers and extra large stone topped vanities. BIG Bedrooms and Private Patios (1BDRs)

Live 2 blocks from the new Harris Teeter and in the center of this popular, diverse and vibrant neighborhood with its exciting shopping, dining and nightlife.

High ceilings
Maple hardwood flooring
Gourmet kitchens
Contemporary Maple cabinets
Stone countertops
Stainless steel appliances
Travertine baths
Oversize showers
Stone vanity tops
Custom pendant & track lighting
Patio (per plan)

2BR/2BA from 484K
1BR/1BA from 284K

Check out photos and floor plans @
http://www.urbanlandcompany.com/eflats/eflats.html

THURSDAY EVENING -- TWO EXCITING RHODE ISLAND AVE PROPERTIES -- JOIN US!

1. RHODE ISLAND POINTE -- THURSDAY JANUARY 10 -- 6-8PM LEDROIT PARK
6 RHODE ISLAND AVENUE, NW

WOW -- UNBELIEVABLE PRICE -- 2BR/2BA @ $279,900!!

GORGEOUS VICTORIAN GEM!

Beautifully renovated -- prominent corner location -- smart floor plans & great lines -- walk to coffee shops, hip U St corridor.

3% CLOSING CREDIT!

1BR W/ Patio from $239K
2BR/2BA from $279,900K
2BR/2BA + Loft from $395K

checkout photos and floor plans @
http://www.urbanlandcompany.com/rhode/rhode.html

2. THE KARA -- THURSDAY JANUARY 10 -- 6-8PM LEDROIT PARK
35 RHODE ISLAND AVENUE, NW

TWO GORGEOUS DUPLEXES - TOP-OF-THE-LINE FINISHES & ELEGANT CITY LIVING!

* Oak floors
* High ceilings
* Bay windows
* Granite kitch & Cherry cabs
* SS appliances
* Sep. dining room
* Jacuzzi master BA
* Roof deck
* Avail. pkg

13K CLOSING CREDIT PLUS ONE YEAR'S CONDO FEES!

FROM $439K

SEE YOU THERE!

UrbanLand Company
Real Estate Brokerage
202.299.9223
www.urbanlandcompany.com

URBANLAND COMPANY PROUDLY PRESENTS:
INVITATION ONLY -- SPECTACULAR YEAR-END SALES EVENT!
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13 -- 5-8 PM -- 913 FLORIDA AVENUE, NW
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Greetings from THE FLORIDIAN Condominiums -- the coolest building in Washington DC!



We're hosting an exciting year-end sales event, and you're invited! Please RSVP by COB Tuesday, December 11 to me at kathleen@urbanlandcompany.com

As THE FLORIDIAN salesperson, I've had a front-row seat as this spectacular contemporary showcase property transforms the U Street neighborhood. I've walked and climbed THE FLORIDIAN countless times, and:

** know its 118 loft-style units inside out;
** appreciate the architect's contemporary design aesthetic;
** respect the builder's dedication to superior construction and finishes;
** work closely with buyers from contract through delivery;
** enjoy overwhelmingly positive feedback from customers praising our warm, professional, responsive, can-do sales commitment.

I look forward to telling you more about our:

** Great Pricing!
** Menu of fantastic Incentives!
** Model unit personal tour!

Sales are brisk, but limited compelling units are still available!

Plus, check out my "Fabulous Five" condo picks listed below -- but hurry, they're either unique plans or the last in their tier -- when they're gone, they're gone!

I look forward to meeting you and telling you more about this unique property -- see you Thursday -- or, if you can't wait till then, call me!

Kathleen.

Kathleen O'Reilly
Floridian Sales
UrbanLand Company LLC
913 Florida Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20001
202.299.9329(0)
202.821.8001(C)
202.299.9225(F)

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FLORIDIAN CONDOS DC FABULOUS FIVE



1) Want unobstructed views towards the White House?
WE'VE GOT IT!
UNIT 304 -- last in tier -- 863sf 2BR/2BA --entire front wall is 10' floor-to-ceiling windows. Light galore! Gorgeous view down Vermont Avenue towards the White House! One impressed realtor says it's "the best use of square footage I've seen."
$479K

2) Prefer Capitol & Monument views from your master suite?
WE'VE GOT IT!
UNIT 505 -- 918sf 2BR/2BA + balcony -- huge walk-in closet -- oversized step-in shower w/Spanish tile -- balcony perched above Vermont/Florida intersection -- stunning sunsets, guaranteed!
$491K

3) On a budget but crave upscale finishes and appliances?
WE'VE GOT IT!
UNIT 13 -- last studio -- 480sf of airy liveability -- huge closet, too. Porcelanosa Spanish bathroom tile, concrete or granite countertops (your choice, no charge), bamboo floors, GE Profile Energy Star appliances -- all standard!
$244K

4) Penthouse pad under $500K?
WE'VE GOT IT!
UNIT 8001 -- 911sf of True Loft elegance -- open & airy -- spacious sleeping platform -- giant walk-in closet -- full walk-out balcony.
$450K

5) Only the best of the best will do?
WE'VE GOT IT!
UNIT 802 -- breathtaking Premier Penthouse aerie -- 1,765sf of unparalleled design, glamour, elegance -- 3BR/Loft/2.5BA/Double Balcony -- masses of space, windows, light -- there's nothing like it in the city!
$988K

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THE FLORIDIAN
919 and 929 FLORIDA AVE, NW

Two steel-and-glass towers of unparalleled contemporary design command a prominent metro intersection - created by an award-winning architect, this magnificent property is loaded with upscale, metro features:

-- 118 loft-style units
-- 10' ceilings
-- Floor-to-ceiling windows
-- Wood floors
-- Exposed matte oval ductwork
-- Spanish tile
-- Sleek, high-end appliances
-- No-charge customizing options
-- One block to Metro
-- 25+' taller than surrounding structures
-- Rooftop terrace with breathtaking city views
-- CAD 5 wired
-- Secure property
-- Secure underground parking

And so much more!

check out photos and floor plans @
http://www.thefloridiandc.com/wel.html

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Thursday, December 6, 2007

E+S (Envisioning and Storytelling) is one of the greatest real estate markets in North America and beyond .. and this is why

A small collection of E+S's latest press releases to help promote their luxurious and truly unique recreational and residential real estate developments.

E+S uses story to help the largest masterplanned village in New Zealand become a reality



In a country where many things seem fresh, Jacks Point is something altogether new. This 3,000-acre haven, framed by the aptly named Remarkables Mountains and beside the pure waters of Lake Wakatipu, is the first masterplanned community of its kind in New Zealand.

As a groundbreaking undertaking that will be closely watched, countless questions arose for the development team early in the project: What is this place and who is it for? How could Jacks Point protect the integrity of the land and embody the spirit of the area? How to tread lightly? And above all else, how to do this right?

To get to the bottom of what Jacks Point is and could ultimately become, Darby Partners Ltd., the developers and masterplanners for the Jacks Point project, joined E+S on an envisioning journey. Part of the process included a two-day event in adrenaline-filled Queenstown, where a mix of participants gathered to generate the raw material for a consistent, strategic story to guide the vision of this first-ever township.

What will this community look like, feel like, live like? What elements will help Jacks Point put itself - and New Zealand - on the international map? These were the questions tackled together, and we're happy to say the answers are, like the mountains that frame Jacks Point, remarkable.

For more information, contact Ashley Willard by email at ashleywillard@storydriven.com or by telephone 604.913.2226 for the full story.

The developers behind the famous Reynolds Plantation come to E+S to shape their future



Linger Longer, the family development company best known for the success of its Reynolds Plantation in Greensboro, Georgia, was in an enviable position and poised to enjoy a period of significant growth.

As the senior leadership considered its promising future - and before they embarked on a second project to add to their portfolio - Linger Longer needed help defining exactly what the company behind this very famous Plantation stood for. What do they believe in? What differentiates them? How could they create a vision clear enough to guide the company during this time of change? And how could Linger Longer remain true to its core values and strengths no matter which project it pursued?

Enter partner, Envisioning + Storytelling.

To ensure its past success directed its future, Linger Longer participated in E+S's tailored process not only to define its corporate DNA but also to imagine future projects worthy of its aspiration. The observations and big ideas from the session were captured in a Storyline - a foundational document expressing a concise, inspiring direction for Linger Longer and each team member within the company.

E+S and Linger Longer are now working together to bring this story to life. In fact, the strategic pillars of this corporate Storyline have already been applied to the first Linger Longer development outside of Reynolds Plantation - Achasta, a 1,000-acre project in Dahlonega, Georgia.

For more information, contact Ashley Willard by email at ashleywillard@storydriven.com or by telephone 604.913.2226 for the full story.

E+S helps Disney developer transform a once-loved resort ina New England icon



The century-old Mount Washington Resort in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire has a colourful past of ups and downs, from being the first of its kind in 1902 to falling into receivership in the early 1990s.

But some recent attention, love and capital have returned the hotel to its rightful place as one of the most beloved resorts in the east. Following some considerable legwork by three local families (who restored the hotel, and acquired neighbouring golf courses, ski areas and sports clubs), the renowned master planners and developers of Disney's Celebration Community in Orlando came on board.

Celebration Associates engaged E+S to bring about a complete transformation of the Grand Dame as well as 925 surrounding acres, asking how they could do more than just piggyback on the resort's current success. Together, E+S and Celebration wondered how this place could become a vibrant, 21st century destination. How it could attract the attention and hearts of year-round visitors from New Hampshire, New England and beyond.

E+S and Celebration worked closely to gather a sophisticated team of stakeholders and inspirational leaders to unite the disparate pieces of the existing resort into an entity with a single, distinctive "spirit of place."

From this process, the strategic story of the Mount Washington Resort has now emerged. Complete with its own lexicon of ideas, words and themes, this unique and highly practical document will inform long-range development plans and provide team members with a shared understanding of everything from architecture to landscaping, retail programming to the overall feel of the destination.

For more information, contact Ashley Willard by email at ashleywillard@storydriven.com or by telephone 604.913.2226 for the full story.

E+S shows French Hospitality icon Relais & Chateaux how its story goes far beyond luxury



What started in 1954 with eight small, passionate hoteliers on the route between Paris and Nice has grown into a fraternity of 460 establishments (including 150 restaurants in Relais Gourmands) in more than 50 countries on five continents. Without question, the last half of the 20th century belonged to Relais & Chateaux's brand of personalized, luxury hospitality. But what of this century?

Relais & Chateaux recently partnered with E+S to define its place within this competitive landscape, specifically to pinpoint the unique space R&C could own and operate, both as a brand and an association. How could it reaffirm this uniqueness in an enduring story, told in new ways to new audiences? And how might its vast network of members work more effectively to transition the equity of one positive guest experience into another?

Using a process honed over the last two decades, E+S worked with Relais & Chateaux and a group of global thought-leaders, including representatives from Moet & Chandon, American Express, Lancel, Brown-Forman, IMG and Expedia France, to devise a creative yet strategic plan to ensure this unrivaled association stays that way. Presented to Relais & Cheateaux's Board of Directors in Lyon, France in June 2007, the themes and big ideas of its emerging story were universally accepted.

The story is now unfolding. Contact Susan Davis by email at susan@storydriven.com or by telephone at 604.913.2226 to find out more.

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