Raising the Bar on the Barn—When the Jenkins design team first walked the empty lot at this homesite, the vast size of the lot and its proximity to the front of the neighborhood seemed to call for an expansive one-story home. The idea of a barn, the mere thought of which provokes the image of a community coming together to build something, seemed appropriate for the first home in the neighborhood. The four simple platonic masses of the architecture brought together in the center by an all-glass “link,” created a private courtyard in front and private pool/spa area in back. The design team wanted the architecture to be experienced, blurring the lines between indoors and out. The breezeway starts that journey, giving way to the well-appointed courtyard. The foyer, with its stone walls and indoor water fountain, is experienced subsequently. Ceilings are intentionally lower here to prepare for the vast vaulted ceilings to be experienced next. Large stackable glass doors and automated screens in the main Kitchen/Dining/Living space capture the year-round cross breezes without inviting in the “winged neighbors.” Although the home feels like a barn with its rustic charm, it is decked out in modern appeal with its clean lines and high-tech conveniences. Earthy materials like 100-year-old reclaimed wood floors and native stone create a feeling of warmth and help balance its bright natural light. An outdoor pavilion connects the front yard to the back, providing a great place to grill and watch the game. The front courtyard is large enough to host neighborhood parties with its built-in seating and Bocce Ball court. Don’t miss the Dekton™ ultra-strong countertops and the Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines™ lighting. Green features standard in a Jenkins Home, such as tankless water heaters and open cell foam insulation, keep maintenance costs economical, while smart home features like lighting and whole home audio inspire and enhance daily life. This Parade home is now available.