I created this advertorial copy to accompany a special 4-page fold-out ad section for a Miami-based residential developer. The section appeared in issues of Florida New Homes and Condominium Guide.

Luxcom stands for Luxury Communities. Communities that stand for quality and value. That vision drove Luxcom president, Oscar Barbara, to create an award-winning development company that has delivered the dream of home ownership to South Florida. Mr. Barbara and his team have built more than 1,600 units in Dade County over the years, ranging from high-rise luxury towers, to multi-million dollar custom homes, and from estate or mid-priced single family homes, to townhomes, and villas. The development team has also built commercial properties, but their current focus is quality residential and rental communities.

Identifying ideal locations, a quest of perfection and a keen eye for detail are among Luxcom's strengths. By assembling a team of young, enthusiastic and talented individuals, with over three decades of experience, Luxcom has built on those strengths with literal, concrete strength. While most mid-range homes are wood framed, Luxcom, true to its commitment to quality and value, raised the standards. "Hurricanes in South Florida have made residents more aware of the importance of structural integrity," states Mr. Barbara, "We have always built with concrete block on all exterior walls, reinforced steel and poured concrete between first and second floors." After Hurricane Andrew, homes built by Mr. Barbara in the devastated Country Walk area survived--with no structural damage.

Luxcom takes great pride in its work and backs its concrete promise of quality with value. The company's painstaking attention to the smallest details is evident upon visiting their properties. Even construction sites are orderly and the sales offices are immaculate reflections of the model homes. While many builders host customers in a construction trailer to review floor plans and sales information, Luxcom replicates the experience of high-end real estate properties and invites you into the atmosphere that has earned the company four prestigious awards from the Building Industry Association of South Florida. In the "South Florida Best of 1998" annual competition, Luxcom won: Best Builder's Overall Product, Best Overall Community, Best Architecture/Land Planning, and Best Community Architecture.

Beyond those sited, the Association also selected Luxcom for an additional special category of award, the Blue Ribbon for Best Outstanding Value. These awards reflect the Luxcom building philosophy--structural integrity built on professional integrity.

Luxcom's high values are also respected and recognized by other area developers. "We selected Luxcom [to complete the residential development in Miami Lakes] based on their track record and quality of the product they build. We felt they would complement what we have created here in Miami Lakes, and in fact, are planning another project with them," stated Stuart S. Wyllie, senior executive vice president for The Graham Companies. "They are good people and have done a nice job," he added.

And what you get from Luxcom, are choices. The company offers many options within its wide variety of floor plans and finishes, virtually providing a customized plan. By bringing the customer's preferences into the home selection process, Luxcom creates a custom home experience in its mid-priced communities. Other high-end amenities like lakefront sites area added, and most of its properites are gated for additional security.

Though a commitment to quality, value and customer satisfaction are paramount, the most important thing that Luxcom offers is the realization of a dream--a dream home. Since a home is more than where you live, Luxcom builds homes where you create your lifestyle--luxury communities with built-in value.

True to its corporate mission of providing the best value, the best construction, in the best locations, for a wide range of customers, Luxcom continues to grow in size and diversity. By handling all aspects of its business in-house, from land acquisition and home design to landscape and general contracting, Luxcom has created top-quality communities that are built and sold in a timely fashion.

Nestled in the heart of Miami Lakes, The Anchorage, a secure, gated community, has enjoyed 80% sell out, with selected prime homesites still available. One and two-story residences, starting in the low $100's, boast the design details of luxury real estate, with spacious master suites, arched doorways and added storage. The Anchorage overlooks the largest in the area, and hosts a lakefront swimming pool, spa and cabana for community recreation. The property is also bordered by a 3 block stretch of greenspace for homeowner use as buffer, garden or play space.

As the newest construction in the area and one of the last residential sections of the planned community of Miami Lakes, The Anchorage offers modern residences just a bike ride away from the cozy, small town atmosphere, charming shops and restaurants of Miami Lakes' Main Street. Hotels, golf, a highly regarded school district, low crime rate, and convenient access to downtown, the freeways and airport, are all added amenities of this planned community.

For those who desire the luxury and space of a larger estate home, Silvercrest Estates is an exclusive parcel of real estate located between charming Miami Lakes and prestigious Royal Oaks. Private and secure, this lake front gated community offers only 81 large lots, with five distinctive one, and two-story floor plans. Silvercrest Estates is designed for family living, with sidewalks for walking, jogging or bicycling, a private lake and several passive parks. Spacious homes offer up to 6 bedrooms and 5 baths with a 3-car garage, yet can accommodate smaller families in a 3-bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home with a 2-car garage, morning room and island kitchen. All Silvercrest Estates homes feature large family rooms and covered terraces and are priced from the low $200's. But act soon--construction begins in early 1999 and Silvercrest Estates is already over 50% sold!

A mix of single family estate homes and villas, Lago Del SOLE is Kendall's newest residential attraction. The distinctive Mediterranean architecture adds to the cozy ambiance of this lakefront community. Affordably priced from the low to mid-$90's for 2-3 bedroom villas and from the mid $130's to $160's for estate homes, Lago Del SOLE offers luxury with value and a wide range of choices in plans and options. Luxcom standards of concrete construction, high ceilings, 8' doors, architectural trim detail, large master suites and patios are included, while extras like covered terraces and garages are available. Convenient to shopping, freeways, the Florida Turnpike and Miami International Airport, Lago Del SOLE is a place you'll want to call home.

In 1999 Luxcom introduces The Courts at Doral Isles and Villa Vizcaya. The Courts brings you luxury living in a gated lakefront rental community. Villa Vizcaya features elegant 2-story villas in Miami Lakes.

When looking for a new home, whatever the style, size or price range, look for Luxcom. Built with structural integrity. Built on professional integrity.

Luxcom opens The Gates at Doral Isles and invites you to enter Dade County's exclusive lakefront, gated, community. Luxcom's neoclassical 2-story villas complement Doral Isles' fine homes and lifestyle, which won it several awards, including the 1998 "Best of Show" from the Building Association of South Florida. The Gates at Doral Isles impressive entrance features lush tropical landscaping, a custom-designed guard house and an 18' ornately configured iron gate, offering both distinction and security. Inside The Gates at Doral Isles, Luxcom's high-quality building standards create the finest villas of solid reinforced steel rod, concrete construction, in a variety of floor plans. In addition, a wide variety of options and upgrades give the customer creative choices in customizing a home.

Barrel tile roofs, high ceilings, 8' doors, and numerous architectural details in ceilings, walls, and arched doorways give each home a spacious, light feeling. The classic and upscale style puts The Gates at Doral Isles in the upper tier of Luxcom's properties, but as always, with value, as prices start in the $90's.

Doral Isles features serene green spaces, large winding lakes, and many recreational amenities. Parks, sports facilities, waterfalls, cabanas, the largest swimming pool in Dade County, and "tot lot" playgrounds, add to the community atmosphere, making Doral Isles a property in top demand. Luxcom offers one of the last parcels in the prestigious community to be developed, so time is of the essence to enter The Gates at Doral Isles. Don't let them close in front of, instead of behind you!

Luxcom offers luxury communities for every lifestyle. A starter home, an estate residence, townhome or villa--Luxcom has a community for you. Luxcom selects only ideal locations, then builds for a wide range of customers. Young families, single professionals, retirees and empty nesters can find their dream home in one of Luxcom's gated, lakefront, Dade County communities.

The Anchorage, villa-style homes with single family feel; Silvercrest Estates, with spacious estate homes; Lago Del SOLE, featuring a mixture of single family and villa homes, and The Gates at Doral Isles, the newest luxury estate community, all enjoy a wide range of floorplans and decorative options, with standards such as high ceilings, 8' exterior doors, architectural trim details. Luxcom builds value into every home with another important Luxcom standard--strong, concrete, reinforced steel rod construction. Luxcom ... solid to the last detail.