December/January 2011 Issue

Tampa New Homes and Communities Magazine and Guide

The Bay area encompasses two major metro areas - Tampa and St. Petersburg - as well as communities and neighborhoods ranging from cosmopolitan to rural. Museums and performing arts venues are abundant as are fun and funky shopping districts. Hugging the Gulf of Mexico, the region's coastal areas offer numerous recreational opportunities. The NFL's Tampa Bay Bucs and Major League Baseball's Tampa Bay Rays keep sports fan busy.

DEPARTMENTS
From the Publisher
Wrong idea, wrong time.

Take Note
New home community and builder news throughout the Tampa Bay area.

New Challenges for Green Building
But new incentives are also available for eco-friendly upgrades.

REMODEL
REMODEL Spotlights
Local remodeling pros share their latest transformations.

REMODEL Trends
Tampa Bay homeowners have been influenced by chic boutique hotel bathrooms.

CHOICES
The Private School Option
More parents are choosing a non-public alternative.

Learning Curve
Choosing a school while choosing a home can be daunting. Here’s how to get started.