Vance, Ala.—June 30, 2008— Nature Walk, a master-planned community in Vance, received the 2008 Gold Award in the Tuscaloosa Parade of Homes.

Unique features earning Nature Walk top honors:

Centrally located between Tuscaloosa and Birmingham, minutes from Mercedes-Benz U.S. International and I-20/59

Adjacent to recently announced 40-acre Town of Vance Park

Craftsman-style architecture, large front porches and unique Town Square offer the character and charm of small town living but feature modern conveniences such as pre-wiring for home theater, high-speed Internet, built-in iPod docks and security systems

Town Square features a fireside pavilion with an outdoor fireplace, a hand-crafted children's treehouse and a game court

Energy-efficient, low-maintenance floor plans built by Energy Star partner include combinations of 3-4 bedrooms, 2+ baths, 2-car garages and flexible bonus rooms, priced from $154k

All homes include standard features typically offered as expensive upgrades: high ceilings, hardwood floors, custom cabinets and solid surface countertops in kitchen and baths, oil-rubbed bronze fixtures and hadware, sodded lawns with underground sprinkler system and much more

Onsite builder Victor Harper is a third-generation Tuscaloosa builder with more than 25 years building experience, including historical renovations

Onsite Sales Center features innovative Design Studio that allows buyers to create a home that best expresses their individuality while making the experience both fun and exciting