Design-Led Development Firm Brings Island Living to the Desert with 78 Extraordinary Homesites
LAS VEGAS, March 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Acclaimed design-led development firm Blue Heron has introduced island living at Lake Las Vegas with the launch today of two new boutique communities: Velaris at the Island and Arvada at the Island. The double-gated luxury communities offer two distinct interpretations of waterfront living in the newest neighborhood at Lake Las Vegas: the 60-acre Island, located adjacent to the lake's north shore. In this unique setting, where coastal meets desert, Blue Heron offers 78 homes with progressive contemporary floorplans, enabling seamless indoor-outdoor living that takes full advantage of cinematic lake, mountain and desert views.
Developed by Blue Heron Nexus, Blue Heron's boutique community division, Velaris and Arvada offer exceptional privacy for carefree, lakeside living. Velaris features 41 homesites, 23 of which are waterfront with views of the serene waterway, and homes range from 2,870 to 4,688 square feet. Arvada features 37 waterfront homesites, ranging from 4,872 to 7,749 square feet. Homes in both communities are available in three spacious floor plans, enabling optimal customization. Pricing for Velaris begins at $1.3M, and Arvada begins at $1.9M.
"We're excited to bring Blue Heron's design philosophy and signature lifestyle to Velaris and Arvada at the Island, to elevate and redefine lakeside living," said Tyler Jones, CEO and Founder of Blue Heron. "Lake Las Vegas itself is unlike anything else in the desert, and with each of the Nexus communities Blue Heron has introduced here, we've created a lifestyle that's unique to each distinctive setting. Now, Velaris and Arvada will offer, quite literally, a retreat within a retreat, for the truest expression of private sanctuary."
"With Velaris and Arvada, we offer two new and distinctive living experiences that will enable homeowners to embrace lakeside living on their own terms," said Chris Beucler, President, Blue Heron Nexus. "While all homes at Velaris and Arvada celebrate the natural beauty of the island setting, Arvada homes offer optional private docks for recreation, and the lake as the ultimate amenity. We're delighted to introduce two new boundary-pushing Nexus communities."
Amplified Lakeside Living
Velaris and Arvada homes play off the romance of their location, where desert landscape mingles with lakeside scenery, offering the best of both worlds. Homes feature dramatic entries and strong horizontal geometries that enhance the surrounding environment. As hallmarks of Blue Heron's design philosophy, each floor plan elegantly invites the outdoors in with the expansive sliding glass doors that make the landscape an organic part of the décor. Light color palettes fused with the warm desert tones of the surrounding mountain ranges evoke a feeling of an idyllic seaside escape. The open and fluid living spaces create a sense of wellbeing intrinsic to island waterfront living. Large windows introduce steady sunlight and are perfect for enjoying the gentle breezes of Lake Las Vegas, making the homes a true oasis in the Mojave Desert.
Velaris at the Island Features
Contemporary design meets desert in Velaris at the Island homes, featuring three distinct floorplans, Aspect, Reveal and Trace. Each plan offers three elevations and six different color palettes, with a variety of custom finishes.
Aspect – 2,870 SQ FT. This three-bedroom, three-bath, single-level plan presents a linear flow featuring a spacious great room that seamlessly merges the dining room and kitchen. Key options include a 72-inch fireplace, wine room, and an attached casita.
Reveal – 3,865-4,090 SQ FT. The Reveal design is a two-level home that offers a large open great room with a linear connection to the dining area and kitchen space. With four bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths, Reveal is the perfect space to host visitors and family. Key options include a 72-inch fireplace, prep kitchen, an attached casita and a wet bar.
Trace – 4,688 SQ FT. The Trace floor plan offers a two-level home that features large, open ceilings that extend to a loft overlooking the great room. Convenience meets comfort in this four-bed, four-and-a-half-bath plan, with key options including a 72-inch fireplace, luxe media room, and an attached casita.
Arvada at the Island Features
Arvada at the Island features three open and free-flowing floor plans, Apex, Vision and Zenith, optimized for entertainment and leisure of any lifestyle. Each plan includes three elevations that accentuate modern aesthetics, complemented by the lakeside scenery.
Apex – 4,872-6,120 SQ FT. This five-bedroom, five-and-half-bath design opens to a central courtyard that extends through the great room to the outdoors. Large windows bring views of the tranquil Lake Las Vegas to the forefront. An oversized open loft provides the perfect space to entertain a large family and guests.
Vision – 6,169-6,754 SQ FT. The Vision floor plan blends the dining, great room and kitchen into a singular flowing space that connects all aspects of entertainment and leisure. This design includes a secluded primary suite with its own covered patio, making this five-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bath home a true retreat.
Zenith – 7,234-7,749 SQ FT. Zenith features a breathtaking entry that leads around the side of the home, providing a glimpse into the great room and views beyond. The expansive corner windows and pocket doors allow the great room to connect to the outdoors in all aspects. With an entry courtyard situated in the center of the home, the five-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bath, Zenith floor plan has expansive corner windows to maximize views of the waterfront.
Lake Las Vegas Living
Situated on the north shore of 320-acre Lake Las Vegas, Velaris at the Island and Arvada at the Island offer a serene escape from the energetic city life. Directly across the lake is The Village, replete with restaurants and pubs for al fresco dining, community events, outdoor concerts, and a neighborhood grocery store. With 300 days of sunshine in Las Vegas, the location provides a year-round calendar of community events and numerous outdoor activities, including miles of hiking and walking trails, award-winning gold courses, and watersports on the lake.
Velaris and Arvada at the Island are Blue Heron's fifth and sixth communities at Lake Las Vegas, expanding the award-winning brand's presence there for a total of 246 captivating, progressive homes. For more information about Blue Heron, its boutique communities, and custom homes, visit blueheron.com.
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About Blue Heron
Established in 2004 by CEO and Founder Tyler Jones, Las Vegas-based Blue Heron is a design-led development firm crafted by custom creation and intentional innovation. Through its Vegas Modern™ design philosophy, the firm decodes the language by which human beings connect with their environment. In developing the blueprint for amplified living, Blue Heron creates new and novel experiences of exceptional quality, designed with both physical and human nature in mind. Specializing in custom homes and boutique communities across Southern Nevada, Blue Heron is organized through a unique structure and workflow, integrating various professional disciplines, notable designers, builders, and architects. Blue Heron's portfolio of completed and in-development projects encompasses over 17 communities and 400 Homes. The team has won numerous design awards and has achieved Platinum LEED certification by the U.S. Green Building Council and Emerald certification by the National Green Building Standard.
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