What to change in the Lantana

[shcisamax]

We will be building a Lantana and the design meeting is in 3 weeks. We are hoping those who have built them could offer ideas as to what they love about it and what they would change if they could go back and redo. Any and all suggestions and comments are welcome. We are building a golf garage and already have a two foot stretch front to back and are building a pool. Also, does anyone know what a standard lot measures for the width?

[pooh]

My Lantana has two sliding doors...one in the living room, the other in the kitchen dining area. I LOVE that extra slider. Friends have different arrangements in the laundry room....opting to have the washer and dryer out of the pathway into the house. Not sure if that's an option or of they had it changed after the fact.

[shcisamax]

I think the model has the sliders (are they pocket?) both in the living area and the nook area.
Where do they have the washer/dryer? I thought that was the only place.

[pooh]

I think the model has the sliders (are they pocket?) both in the living area and the nook area.
Where do they have the washer/dryer? I thought that was the only place.
They have a closet/pantry lining the entire wall where the washer and dryer usually are. The washer and dryer are against the wall that backs the kitchen I believe. That pantry closet is amazing! Again, I'm not sure if it was installed after the fact or not, but it is one thing I'd love to have.

[shcisamax]

I think I see where you are referring to on the floor plan..I was going to use that to make an office. But if I could fit the washer/dryer and sink in that space, it would give me a really nice size office in the pathway. Did it accommodate the sink as well?

[pooh]

I think I see where you are referring to on the floor plan..I was going to use that to make an office. But if I could fit the washer/dryer and sink in that space, it would give me a really nice size office in the pathway. Did it accommodate the sink as well?

You know, I don't really know....I was so busy looking at that pantry... ;) The sink is probably there, plumbing had to be rerouted for the washer and dryer so....

A couple of my friends also have Lantanas and have made the laundry room their offices. They've left the washer, dryer, sink in place and have had wall cabinets and built in desks put in. Looks nice.

[aljetmet]

I think I see where you are referring to on the floor plan..I was going to use that to make an office. But if I could fit the washer/dryer and sink in that space, it would give me a really nice size office in the pathway. Did it accommodate the sink as well?

Hi

Have you checked out?

http://www.thevillages.com/homes/newlyconstructed/images/featuresheet/Lantana%20FP%20Options.pdf

We are going with kitchen option G. Shows the laundry, sink and walk thru from garage to the kitchen.

Where from CT are you from?...:wave:

[shcisamax]

Hmmn. I just realized I am going to have a refrigerator sticking out if I do that. Not thrilled about that but I really want that office. I just saw a preowned vls 209706 that shows a small office. I would do mine on an L to get more use of the space but I like having a place to put all the papers.

[shcisamax]

I just realized also I will lose part of the ktichen space. ooh. That could be a problem.

[buggyone]

We will be building a Lantana and the design meeting is in 3 weeks. We are hoping those who have built them could offer ideas as to what they love about it and what they would change if they could go back and redo. Any and all suggestions and comments are welcome. We are building a golf garage and already have a two foot stretch front to back and are building a pool. Also, does anyone know what a standard lot measures for the width?

If you are going to be in The Villages before March 23, send me an PM and I will be glad to have you over to see what was done with my Lantana. We are extremely happy with the extras and stretching and that stuff.

[Carla B]

Shcisamax:

If you'll do a search on "Lilac Storage Room" and look at posts #19 and #23, you'll see photos of how we did our Lantana laundry room. It looks like our plan is like Option A.

[shcisamax]

Shcisamax:

If you'll do a search on "Lilac Storage Room" and look at posts #19 and #23, you'll see photos of how we did our Lantana laundry room. It looks like our plan is like Option A.

But don't you lose even more kitchen space?

[Carla B]

There were no layout choices a few years ago, so we worked with what we had. More counter space would be nice, however, we are able to both work in the kitchen at the same time. We tore out the pantry in the kitchen and installed a wall oven there. It made the kitchen seem larger. I think that is an option now.

[shcisamax]

Yes, that option is actually the one they show in the model and on tour A. I like it alot especially because the refrigerator is against the wall on the back towards the garage. When it is on the outside wall, it sticks out and takes over the room.
BTW: Did you get your appliances from TV or did you do that after you bought?

[shcisamax]

Just found out our lot does not accommodate a 3 car garage but only a 2 plus a golf. :(

[shcisamax]

I am now considering the IVY model...because it will give the office space behind the kitchen without giving up the kitchen space. I wonder what I will give up in terms of the outdoor space under the birdcage. I think I made a mistake by jumping on a lot before I knew what they would let us do with the stretching, etc. Kind of surprised the lot works for a golf cart garage but not a three car...only 2 foot difference but apparently we only can do the golf cart.
Anyone know anyone who has an IVY? Any comments? I put the word in the search bar and get nothing.

[784caroline]

If you are going to "stretch" your lantana 2 feet wide and deep, highly suggest the wide be on the kitchen side. If that is the case suggest you get kitchen "A" BUT also add a permanent center island with electric. Also suggest you leave the washer/ dryer/ tub in the walkway and use the room off the laundry room for added storage since this will be extended 2 ft wider you will not regret it. WE put custom 10 in shelves on one wall and then custom base cabinet with wall cabinets and wine rack/cooler on the other side. This room also has "coat pegs" (on the 10 in shelf wall) for there was no coat rack in our Lantana . Finally this room can be closed off using a pocket door.

Also make sure your golf cart garage has a full (deeP) expansion...you will use it.

Finally what we did is added ( Contracted after new constructiuon) a 160 sf hexagonal room that leads from our bedroom to an enclosed lanai. This room can be used as an office, hobby room or simply a reading room......Great added space.

There is a lot that can be done with the Lantana.....certain things should be done during construction while others are better done using your own General Contractor and after you have had some time to live in your new home.

[shcisamax]

Wow. You have done a lot to get the most out of it. Was there any problem getting them to give you the two extra ft laterally? Did they just scoot it over behind the golf garage? I am confused on the office. Will retread. But if I could do what you have relayed I would be satisfied and not need to look at an ivy

[shcisamax]

Do you have a birdcage? Or would it be possible to add an office going off the master after you do the lanaii?

If I stretch it side, which I hope they will let me do, I was hoping to get a wider liv/dining room. But are you saying you took that space to have a larger kitchen? and a storage room behind?

So you refrigerator is on what wall?

[campy]

I am now considering the IVY model...because it will give the office space behind the kitchen without giving up the kitchen space. I wonder what I will give up in terms of the outdoor space under the birdcage. I think I made a mistake by jumping on a lot before I knew what they would let us do with the stretching, etc. Kind of surprised the lot works for a golf cart garage but not a three car...only 2 foot difference but apparently we only can do the golf cart.
Anyone know anyone who has an IVY? Any comments? I put the word in the search bar and get nothing.

The Villages has an Ivy for sale in Buttonwood on the golf course...VLS# 210978.

[shcisamax]

Thanks. Will look it up.

[Happinow]

Just found out our lot does not accommodate a 3 car garage but only a 2 plus a golf. :(

Same with our lot. We wanted a 3 car but could only do 2 plus cart. We stretched the garage a lot so I believe we'll be very happy with it and so will you!

[784caroline]

The 2 ft stretch was only the breakfeast area, kitchen, room off the laundry area, and garage, The family dining area was not touched.

[shcisamax]

When you say you stretched the garage do you mean you made the golf garage the same in depth as the regular two car? BTW: Just sent you a pm

[skyc6]

Shcisamax--I sent you a PM.