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Show THE Use well-place- d windows to optimize your homes design Windows are a central design element of every home. A strategically placed window can frame the outdoors like a Rembrandt; a poorly placed window, on the other hand, is as valuable as a velvet Elvis. Design experts 6ay there are many factors to consider in maximizing a windows many benefits view, natural light, ventilation and energy efficiency, as well as an architectural statement. They offer these tips to consumers who are considering building a new home or tackling a remodeling project: A Room with a View What kind of view does your exterior space. This makes these window styles ideal for placement near adjoining walkways, porches or patios. A Few Reminders Work with design professionals or ask a contractor for examples of his work before proceeding. Continue a visual theme by duplicating the size and shape of larger windows with combinations of smaller windows. Accentuate a gable the peaked side or pitched end of a home - with window. or gothic-stylan arch-toCoordinate the windows interior trim with the rest of the interior trim. p e existing home offer, or will your new home offer? It goes without saying that homeowners want to maximize the best possible views their home provides. Many are choosing to do so by designing feature windows. These are combinations of venting and nonventing windows in a special design that often becomes a Remember to take into consideration what window placement is going to look like on the outside. What 6eems like logical window placement from the inside may have a hodgepodge appearance from the outside. avoid an architecturally unsightly exterior design, make sure the tops of windows line up with each other on each level of the home to maintain the horizontal plane. The same is true of vertical alignment; windows should line up vertically To with those above andor below them. Get Out the Compass Maximum daylighting and energy efficiency depend in part on your regions climate, where you place your windows in your home, your homes architecture and the landscaping surrounding it. For example, windows work best in summer if there is foliage that provides shade or if the south-exposur- e homes roof has large overhangs. windows, by comparison, provide shaded, even light throughout the day. Windows placed on the east and west sides of the home allow for lots of light, along with even, shaded light, at respective times of the day. North-exposur- e Convenience, Convenience, Convenience If youre installing windows over a sink, countertop or an appliance, keep in mind that you dont want to lean forward and lift. Casement windows crank open, so they are easy to use in these locations. You can open double-hun- g and gliding windows without consuming PAGE 3 REAL ESTATE WEEKLY T Lflcalian Three mile north of Green River & 1 hour to Moab, 2 hours to Lake Powell Farm Includes 27.8 acres gravity irrigated Senior Green River Canal Company 150 E. Center St. -- Ext. 119 (435)259-569- 3 water shares House Includes Approximately 1,900 sq. ft., cinder block, metal roof 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room, dining room, utility room Walk-i- n pantry & closets, hardwood floors, stone fireplace Carport, evaporative cooler, gas furnace, water Call Cindy Kingsley Coldwell BankerArches Realty 150 East Center ARCHES REALTY http:moab.netcoldwell.htm rooms architectural centerpiece. Of course, not all rooms have beautiful views. In this case, homeowners may want to place awning windows high in the wall or install venting roof windows. Such windows still provide privacy, natural light and excellent ventilation, particularly on warm summer days, and many window manufacturers offer electric window operators for awnings and venting roof windows. What Will the Neighbors Think? T1MES-INDEPKNPEN- Moab, Utah email: cbarlasal.net This Weeks Featured Property HOME WITH 10 ACRES in Spanish Valley. Will sell with 5 acres. $375,000 Call Dan Now! 4026 2770 BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM HOMEI Lots of local rock, wood and unique features Over 12 acre with animal rights $1 59,500. Call Kelly-Ex- t. 113 3147 BLUFF AREA located near the junction of 163 & 191. Makes a great Bed & Breakfast. Unique property with red rock cliffs on 1 7 acres 4 Bdrm, 3 bath home Call Nancy- - Ext. 112 3174 LARGE LOG HOME ON CASTLE CREEK 6 bdrm, 5.S bath, over 3900 square feet, maple wood floors, radiant heat under Italian tile throughout the downstairs, vaulted ceiling in living room, and many more great features! $319,000. Call Judy- - Ext. 122. 3642 MOBILE HOME. 1972 Well cared for Mobile Home presently in Grand Oasis. Great buy tor the right individual. $9,000 and owner will consider financing. Call Ciinda Todayll Ext 1 16 3564 MANUFACTURED MODULAR built In 1997 & located In Grand Oasis. $40,000 Call Cindy today Ext. 119 4011 MANUFACTURED ON BASEMENT LoS West and priced right at $105,000. Call Cindy today! 2278 WONDERFUL BUILDING LOT by the Golf Course. Beautiful views in all directions. CC&Rs apply for your protection. $45,000. Call Kelly for details! LAND 3281 GREAT OPPORTUNITY! Purchase all or part of 3 91- - acres, In La Sal. Seller financing available. Views of the La Sal and Abajo moun. tains. Call Nancy - Ext. 1 12 or (435) 686-256- 1 3317 BEAUTIFUL LA SAL MOUNTAINS PARCEL! 6 64 acres, covered with pines & borders Forest Service. Electricity & approved for septic. CC&R's apply. Near Brumley Bridge. Only $98,000, owner financing available! Call Kelly -Ext. 113 3339 BUILDING LOT NEAR GOLF COURSE! Extreme Views in all directions! .28 Acre with CC&R's Sewer impact fees pre-pai$45,000. Call Kelly Today! 3341 RIVER FRONTAGE 14 mile frontage on the Green River. 24.5 acres, ideal tor vacation home or waterfront business. Call Nancy Clark now! 3342 RARE ACRES IN BLUFF 2 32 Acres on Cemetery Hill in town. Only $70,000 call Kellyl 3440 NEW LISTING Down in the Valley. Nice lot on Pope with an arroyo just on the comer, plenty of buildable space. Nice and flat with 360 views In the good water area. Call Judy Today Ext. 122 3544 INDUSTRIAL LAND 1 47 acres on Kane Creek Btvd Excellent location lor your business. cated on Price includes curb, gutters and sidewalk. All Call utilities, except sewer available. Zoned Nancy Nowl Ext 113 3548 CASTLE VALLEY LOT close to rim and the east end o! valley. $49,900. Call Judy today. Ext. 122 4021 CASTLE VALLEY LOT Great lot and Great Views. $54,000 Call Jos Nowl COMMERCIAL UtJ and 2798 'BOB'S DRIVE AND PUTT Go-karminiature golf. Be your own bossl All set to go Just off Mam in Green River. $57,900. Call Kelly Ext. 113 & PROFITABLE Fine Art Gal3211 TURN-KElery and Framing business. Very successful, located in a great part of town. Owners will train in framing Complete Books $80,000 Call Kelly - Ext. 113 3544 COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASEI New building. Lease before completion that suits your business. and choose the build-o457 W. Kane Creek Blvd. Call Nancy for details. Ext 113 San Juan County PRoetrme 3297 PRICE REDUCED! LARGE HOME ON 2 ACRES. Beautiful green landscaping with grapevines and large trees, out buildings, city water and well make this an oasis in Bluff 3 bedroom, 3 bath, on a beautiful large shop and garage. Multi-levhilside with views of the bluffs and the Sleeping Ute Mountains. Priced at $228,000 (Bluff) 3337 SHARP AND CLEAN -- New paint and floor covering throughout, new interior doors, and new bathroom fixtures on this 2278 sq. ft., 4 bedroom, 2 bath home, with den and family room. Don't wait, must see. Fenced back yard, great neighborhood on the West side of Monticello. Priced at only $82,000. Seller will pay $2,000 in closing costs. 3419 EASY MAINTENANCE AND PRICE REDUCED! GREAT BUY. This 3 bedroom. bath with jetted tub in main bath, is perfect to start a family or retirement, complete with all appliances. It is nicely landscaped, new metal roof, walkout basement with shop, attached garage and mud room. What more could you ask lorl Priced at $79,500 (Monticello) 3380 WILSON ARCH RESORT COMMUNITY: Cozy NorWester Park Model. High quality with Southwest furnishings and household items-Jumove ini Large deck with hot tub, bordering BLM and panoramic red rock views. Back ot the Arch" Cottage and Spas with 2 car garage and native landscaping. All utilities in place. Complete Package Priced at $125,000 3178 PIONEER ROCK HOME IN HISTORICAL DISTRICT. Historic sandstone home with large pole bam, workshop, 1 bedroom plus sleeping loft, 2 bath. New plumbing and wmng, metal roof low maintenance. Perfect for retired couple. Priced at $159,000 (Bluff) 3423 INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY seller will pay $3,400 in closing costs Nice home in the new Northfield Subdivision. Near schools and LDS Temple. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home Is just like new, with vaulted ceilings, open floor plan, airy kitchen and attached garage. Priced below Market $72,900 3248 GREAT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY ON MAIN Wagon Wheel Pizza has been in operation for over 15 years making great pizza and sandwiches. Great Visibility and reputation, recently remodeled, has additional lot tor expansion. Priced at $175,000 (Monticello) 3532 BEAUTIFUL HOME ON LONG CANYON Let Coldwell Banker Arches Realty become your Real Estate School! You can now take up to one half of required classes here in our Moab Office. Please call for details. ext. 1 10 or 1 16. of Branch Stringham Real Estate School 259-569- 3 10 acres on the canyon, 3 bedroom, 2 5 bath, large 3 car garage and shop Private deck otl master, passive solar, too many extras to mention plus unbelievable views Priced at $349,000 (Monticello) 3557 BUILT ON THE EDGE OFTHE CANYON this large 4,000 sq. tt. home is nestled in the pinion and juniper. Views that are out of this world from a second story deck. 4 bedroom, 4 bath and large gathering areas, out buildings and 2 car garage. This would be perfect for a guest ranch or B&B And it that isn't enough this jewel includes 320 acres Call today for details Priced at $495,000 4000 WHAT YOU'VE BEEN WAITING FOR. 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2500 sq. ft. home with large 2 car garage. All on 2.4 acres outside ot Blandmg on a paved County road. Priced at $95,000 4019 OPEN FLOOR PLAN WITH LARGE FAMILY ROOM. Vinyl siding, fenced yard, 1 .23 acres with horse privileges. Built 1998, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1680 sq. ft. Priced to sell below market. Only $72,000 LAND 3266 BEAUTIFUL RE0 ROCKS, Orchard, several stabilized caves on 20 acres in Montezuma Canyon. Backed by BLM, good water with ample storage, drip system on trees 36' turmshed 5 wheel trailer with all weather canopy and large deck, solar system, septic and many extras .. Priced at $240,000 (Montezuma Canyon) 2400 GREAT PRICE! 80 ACRES OF PARADISE. Affordable, accessible land with views ot Southwest Colorado and Southeastern Utah Power close, county road, and trees Northeast ot Monticello. Priced at $50,000 (Monticello) 3437 MUST SEE 18.9 ACRES WITH VIEWS IN EVERY DIRECTION. Power on the property line, trees, natural grasses and all of this backing BLM with year round access. Don't wait' $59,000 (Long Canyon Estates south of Monticello ) 3214 PRICE REDUCED ON 13 ACRE BUILDING LOT near the west edge ot Monticello Paved street, curb & gutler. all city assessments and hook up fees paid ($3,000 value) Ready lor that dream home you have always wanted Established subdivision with good neighbors, access and views Priced below market at $18,500. WILSON ARCH RESORT COMMUNITY This lot looks into the back of Wilson Arch and the acreage drops off into a beautiful canyon filled with Pinion Pine and Juniper tree surrounded by red cliffs. Outstanding site for Motel or Restaurant. This site lends itself to Cabinroom sites with a cart path through the complex 12 31 acres of opportunity Call for Details on all available sites at the new Wilson Arch Development Joe or Cindy Kingsley Dan Holyoak Kelly Slelter Nancy Clark (435)686-256Judy Powers D. 259-603- 4 A 259-761- 3 259-233- 9 1 259-585- Bill Adair Robert & 259-425- 6 Clmda Lasater 259-334- 3 |