Big Game, Big Fun

January 31, 2014February 2, 2014

It’s that time of year again – time to plan your Super Bowl parties! If you’re just now starting to plan for Sunday, never fear. We’ve got you covered with some of our favorite recipes and games to go with the big event.

Everyone knows that one of the best perks of the Super Bowl is the great food; even those not watching the game can appreciate the snacks that they get to enjoy. Here are a few of our favorite recipes for this weekend:

Crispy Loaded Buffalo Oven Fries: Fries, wing sauce, and lots of cheese? Don’t mind if we do!
Pizza Dip: Ordering pizza on game day is a wait that you won’t want to sit through. Calm your pizza craving by make this dip instead.
Crispy Baked Ravioli: Pasta is messy. Keep the apartment a little cleaner with these ravioli bites.
Individual Seven Layer Dips: 7 layers of goodness in one cup; the perfect snack to enjoy without having to sit at the table while everyone else is watching the game.
Sweet BBQ Wings: You can’t do game day without the wings! These are a little sweet and a little spicy, the perfect combination.
And you can’t forget the dessert! If you’re looking for something sweet, try out one of these recipes.

Another fun part of the big game are the games you can play at home. Here are some of our favorites:

Do you watch the game, or are you really there for the food and commercials? If you’re a fan of all the new ads, you need to check out these games, which include Super Bowl Bingo, a score card for the best ads, and the chip on your nose game.
If you’re a commercial pro, give this ad trivia a try.
Bingo is not for the faint of heart on game day. This printable Bingo square covers all the categories – including player with a ponytail.
If you’re a fan of trivia and think you know a lot about Super Bowl history, then you’ll want to print this game.
For the legal adults only, here are drinking games for both the Puppy Bowl and the Super Bowl. Print off these guides to know when to drink. (And watch out, those keywords like 12th man are sure to be a knockout in this game!)

Now you’re ready to enjoy the party!

Jill Meals-Herron in January issue of MFE

January 29, 2014May 16, 2016

Jill Meals-Herron, Flaherty & Collins Vice President of Property & Asset Management, appears in the January 2014 issue of MFE (Multifamily Executive).

The feature article, “Order in the Courtyard” discusses how property managers must remain calm during the chaos of everyday events that take place (p. 28).

As one with oversight on the property managers, Jill knows firsthand the kind of clarity and overall thought process required in the event of a natural disaster – or the completely unexpected.

“You have to make sure that people who are relaying information are calm,” Meals-Herron says in the article by Lindsay Machak . “It’s easy to lose your head in a situation very quickly.”

MFE highlights the response of Flaherty & Collins to a flash flood in Ft. Wayne in June 2013 as a model of how to react and handle these crisis management situations. MFE is a monthly publication that covers every segment of the multifamily residential and commercial design and construction industry.

To read the article, click here.

Building new “Heights” at Linden Square

January 28, 2014August 14, 2014

In Gladstone, Missouri, our new development – The Heights Linden Square – continues to forge ahead despite the frigid weather. Our construction team continues to battle the elements as the anticipation and excitement grows over The Heights.

The photos above, taken in late December 2013, shows just how much progress is taking place on The Heights Linden Square. The essential elements are coming together quite nicely, and Flaherty & Collins is looking forward to what this property will offer residents.

Combining the excitement of metropolitan Kansas City and the splendor of luxury apartment living, The Heights Linden Square is positioned just north of downtown Kansas City, thus providing easy and convenient access to all your home, work and leisure destinations. This prime location, coupled with outstanding amenities, makes The Heights Linden Square a desired home for anyone looking to enjoy Kansas City.

Once complete, residents will be able to choose from a variety of floor plans that include studios, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartments or stake claim a two bedroom townhome. Just some of the apartment features include granite countertops, patios/balconies, Roman soaking tubs, 9′ ceilings, Stainless Steel / Energy Efficient Appliances and ceramic tile and wood-style floors.

Learn more about The Heights Linden Square at http://theheightslindensquare.com/

Mayor’s Diversity Awards Lunch

January 23, 2014

Last week, Flaherty & Collins was honored as a finalist for the Workforce Diversity Award, one of the six prestigious awards handed out at the 13th Annual Mayor’s Celebration of Diversity Awards.

At the luncheon on Tuesday, Flaherty & Collins was a silver sponsor of the program and was honored to be nominated by Mayor Ballard and his team. Flaherty & Collins was proud to be included in a room of so many distinguished Indianapolis-based companies and corporations.

Flaherty & Collins was nominated for a series of trainings that took place last fall to all interested individuals of construction related fields. Flaherty & Collins sponsored and paid for the series of classes, which covered five modules and discussed tips for securing jobs and finding work with subcontractors within the construction field. These modules included HVAC, dry walling, painting, masonry and flooring.

In all, a total of 93 individuals attended these classes, which brought in experts from the Indianapolis-area to teach the courses and provide career advice to attendees. Flaherty & Collins plans to continue the program in 2014 as well.

“We were honored just to be nominated for such a prestigious award,” said Jerry Collins, President of Flaherty & Collins. “Yet we never set out to win awards; we do our best work when keeping our ultimate goals in mind, and this program is a prime example of how we continue to play an active role in education and diversity in the Indianapolis-area.”

For more information on the Mayor’s Celebration of Diversity Awards, click here.

All Access: Axis

January 21, 2014January 21, 2014

Despite some fairly harsh and, shall we say, in-climate weather, Flaherty & Collins is forging through the frozen days of winter to complete perhaps our coolest development to date: Axis.

Located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis, just a few blocks north of the hub of Indiana government, business, dining and entertainment, Axis will serve as a connection to the city’s vibrant core and near Northwest side.

Marsh will serve as the retail anchor of Axis, with a layout and design befitting the area and the development. With 42,000 square feet, both residents of Axis and citizens will enjoy a unique shopping experience.

Speaking of residents, those who select Axis as their home will find an unrivaled amenity package, coupled with an apartment living experience unmatched in Indianapolis. With its location, Axis is just minutes away from everything in downtown Indy.

The property, scheduled to open late Spring 2014, features an array of luxurious options, with more than 25,000 sq. ft. of exterior amenity space and an additional 12,000 square feet of interior amenity space. These areas feature a resort-style pool with sundeck, a fireside billiards lounge, an outdoor zen garden with fire pit, 24-hour fitness club and indoor/outdoor yoga and Pilates studios, bike parking and storage, outdoor grilling and serving areas, indoor kitchen and serving areas, concierge services and a sixth floor Skydeck with gorgeous views of downtown Indianapolis.

Units feature granite kitchen counter tops, stainless steel appliances, cultured marble vanity tops in the bathrooms, walk-in closets, wood style flooring and roman soaking tubs.

To find out more and request availability visit the web site: www.axisaptsindy.com