Me Space - July 06

According to Portford Homes, some of us have got it; others are likely to lose it and of those who don't have it we want it!
What is this desirable must have? Me-space, that's what. Not a new concept, the quest for a space to escape to has been around for some time - the garden shed was originally the escape of the man of the house; then came the study and, more recently, the bathroom as sanctuary. But, says Portford Homes, as buyers needs shift and evolve so must how housebuilders present their new homes.
Space is often described as the ultimate luxury as our lives get busier it is important that we find space to unwind. Three storey homes often feature a number of 'bonus' rooms, which can be used for work or play and are perfect for that all essential 'me-space'.

Explains David Mackintosh, sales and marketing director for Portford Homes: "The home plays a central role in our wellbeing - both in creating the environment for spending time with friends and family, and in being the refuge from the daily grind, where you escape to rest, regroup and for recuperation."

Portford Homes says we are seeing a real shift in how people view their homes and nowadays it seems the home is not only our supreme fashion and lifestyle statement but a refuge from external stresses. "The growing use of the home as a place for entertainment and retreat has put increasing pressure on property developers in terms of design and flexibility of space, areas that we are constantly monitoring in order to satisfy the widely varying needs of today's homebuyers," continues David Mackintosh.

"We try and design our homes with the flexibility for people to adapt and use the space to suit their personal needs; so whether it is a bedroom, a thoughtfully designed kitchen or a reading/study room, each individual can adapt their me-space to suit their lifestyle. It is these little details which make a big difference to the way that we live."

The Cedar townhouse offers wonderfully distinctive, flexible accommodation over three floors, which can be used in whatever way the buyers ideas and imagination takes them. And what's more, if buyers want a quicker sale, Portford is currently offering some tempting tailor made incentives, on these final three townhouses.

Prices for the Cedar townhouses at Scarthingwell Park start from £299,000. To find out more visit the Marketing Suite open daily 10am - 5pm or call 01937 558458 or log onto www.portford.co.uk