Northbrook, Ill.-based KZF Development has announced that it has received zoning approval and will begin construction and sales at Timber’s Edge, a low-maintenance community of 21 single-family homes, in Northbrook, Ill. The development, which has been specifically designed to foster a strong sense of community, has been touted by Northbrook village officials as an example of the right way to build a planned housing development.
Located at 3895 Dundee Road, Timber’s Edge will reflect a coastal-style design that is pedestrian friendly with front porches, paved walkways and a centrally located 10,000 square foot community green with benches, pergolas and a fountain.
“A refreshing alternative to the typical sprawling subdivisions found in the suburbs, Timber’s Edge will offer a more cozy and neighborly atmosphere that homebuyers of all ages are showing a new appreciation for,” said Steve Friedman of KZF Development. “Timber’s Edge is designed as an interactive neighborhood where walkways and landscaped seating areas connect homes and residents, helping form a more close-knit community.”
Each home will have a front walk connecting directly to the main sidewalk, with a choice between low white picket fences, hedges, or an arbor defining the front yards. Three different home styles will be offered at Timber’s Edge, including ranch, Cape Cod and two-story homes. Homes will range from 1,860 to 3,100 square feet and offer two- to four-bedrooms and two- to 3½ baths. Pre-construction prices range from $694,900 to $804,000, which according to Friedman offers an unparalleled value for homebuyers that desire a new-construction, energy-efficient single-family home in the North Shore area.
“Whether looking to upsize or downsize, we have something for everyone at Timber’s Edge,” said Friedman. “Our ranch- and Cape Cod-style homes offer single-floor living with first-floor master bedroom suites, perfect for singles or couples looking to age in place, while the two-story home offers a more traditional layout with all of the bedrooms upstairs, which is often preferred among families with children.
“The best part is that the community is low-maintenance, providing all landscape maintenance and snow removal services. While maintenance of the house itself will be the responsibility of the homeowner, by collectively negotiating landscape maintenance and driveway snow removal contracts for the 21 homes, residents get more for their money and do not have to spend time on these tasks,” added Friedman.
Homes at Timber’s Edge offer open floorplans that extend to sizable private back decks and inviting front porches. All homes feature gourmet kitchens with high-end standard finishes such as granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry and large kitchen islands that provide generous seating space for eating and entertaining. Each home includes a master suite featuring a walk-in closet and master bath with a soaking tub, walk-in shower and granite-topped, double-bowl vanity. The ranch-style and Cape Cod-style homes include first-floor laundry rooms while the two-story home includes a laundry room on the second-floor near all of the bedrooms. Additional standard features in Timber’s Edge homes include 9-foot first floor ceilings that create a spacious feel, along with hardwood flooring in the kitchen, living and dining areas.
“We believe Timber’s Edge addresses a missing element that people find really attractive —a living situation that promotes interaction but still respects privacy balanced with smartly designed spaces and high-end finishes,” said Friedman. “Plus the community is just minutes away from all of the great dining, shopping and recreational activities Northbrook has to offer.”
Within proximity to Northbrook Court, a one million square foot indoor mall, and many other nearby dining and shopping options, Timber’s Edge is also within a quarter-mile of Northbrook’s 27-hole Sportsman’s Country Club. Perfect for young families, the community is located within the highly regarded Northbrook school district 27 and Glenbrook North High School.
For more information, visit www.timbersedgenorthbrook.com.
About KZF
Formed in 1987 by Suzann Kogen-Friedman, Joel Kogen, Daniel Zivin and Steve Friedman, KZF is a family-owned firm specializing in semi-custom, custom, and multifamily homes in the North Shore.
KZF Development to begin construction and sales at Timber’s Edge, a low-maintenance community of 21 single-family homes, in Northbrook, Ill.
Timber’s Edge will reflect a coastal-style design that is pedestrian friendly with front porches, paved walkways and a centrally located 10,000 square foot community green with benches, pergolas and a fountain.