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7 8 LOUISVILLE MAGAZINE 5.14 Established in 2004, Norton Commons is Kentucky's premier development based on the tradition of small, walkable towns and villages. Occupying 595 acres in northeast Jefferson County, Norton Commons is currently home to over 650 residences, dozens of businesses, and numerous parks, pools and green spaces. Traditionally-inspired homes of different sizes and price ranges offer accessibility to everyone, while shops, restaurants, schools and civic buildings – all just a short walk from anywhere in the neighborhood – promote a strong sense of community, culture and civic life. Construction within Norton Commons is overseen by its Town Architect in order to preserve traditional architectural styles while encouraging the use of modern and effcient building technologies. As a result, residents enjoy the charm of historic-looking homes while beneftting from contemporary conveniences and amenities. In terms of price, Norton Commons is Norton Commons — A Community With More Life Per Square Foot RJ Thieneman has continued its success in the development of Rock Springs by opening up 37 new lots to builders and home buyers in the innovative Section 3B. Bob Thieneman, Jr. said the trend in the market is not necessarily for home buyers to ask for the larger home sizes, but for more amenities in the homes. With Section 3B, Thieneman explained, "We are attempting to meet the needs of today's buyers through detail, amenities and energy effciency at a great location." Located about a mile east of The RJ Thieneman Opened Up 37 New Lots in Rock Springs Paddock shopping center on U.S. 22, homes in the new 3B section of Rock Springs start in the mid-$300,000s. Springhurst area shopping and quick access to Downtown Louisville via the Gene Snyder Freeway are added bonuses. Open, edgy new foor plans with options for multi-generational living, mudrooms and pocket offces, for example, have been created for Section 3B, utilizing the concept of Lean Design. Providing ultimate value to the homeowner, Lean Design requires collaboration with the building team, architect and contractors to drive out unnecessary cost and maximize desirability. "I think you'll see more innovation in this section," reported Thieneman. "Buyers are more concerned with amenities like the size of the master closet and not as concerned with things like the size of the backyard." For the third consecutive year, Rock Springs, site of the 2012 and 2013 Homearama, was awarded "Best Single Family Development under 300 Homes" by the Building Industry Association (formerly Home Building Association of Louisville). RJ Thieneman develops and manages successful real estate projects by combining a solid history of proven development practices with a detailed knowledge of mixed-use properties. RJ Thieneman has developed more than 5,000 home sites in and around the Louisville Metro area since 1950, including The Woods at St. Thomas, Forest Springs, Saratoga Springs and Rock Springs. RJ Thieneman recently acquired The Woods of Glen Oaks. This 31 acre parcel of land lies within the Glen Oaks subdivision in Oldham County. Lots are currently available for sale to builders and individuals. For more information, call (502) 491-4645 or visit rjthieneman.com. competitive with other developments in the area. Single-family homes generally range from $330,000 to over $1.5 million. Multi-family units start around $150,000. Property ownership includes access to all parks, pools and neighborhood amenities, among other perks. With a community calendar packed with family-friendly events like movies on the lawn, a summer concert series and a host of seasonal celebrations, there's always something for residents and visitors to enjoy. Upon completion, Norton Commons will boast approximately 2,800 residences, hundreds of businesses, two bustling town centers and over 150 acres in parks and green spaces. It'll also have a section of about 160 acres of wooded development in Oldham County. Norton Commons is not just a neighborhood – it's a lifestyle. And that lifestyle comes with more life per square foot. Special Advertising Section 64-79 Destinations.indd 78 4/18/14 11:41 AM