Carolyn Shamis is named exclusive selling broker for condominiums

Carolyn Shamis has been appointed the exclusive selling broker for 8181 Douglas, a 10-story condominium high-rise in Preston Center.

"We reviewed all the success stories available about experienced residential real estate agents who have unique expertise in luxury high-rises," say Doug Deason, president of ACS Properties Inc. "Once we studied Carolyn's 20-year-plus career in this field, it be-came apparent that only she fulfilled: the demands of our marketing plan."

Mr. Deason says he knew he made the right choice when she sold 2 ½ floors before the building even opened.

Ms. Shamis has lived in Dallas 25: years. She opened her own real estate firm, CARSHA INC., a combination of the first three letters of her first and last names.

"Since establishing CARSHA INC., Carolyn has experienced great success selling luxury homes and high-rise luxury condominiums," says Mr. Deason. "Carolyn has sold millions of dollars worth of properties in each of the quality condominium properties throughout the city. "

Mr. Deason wanted her experience for his 8181 Douglas project. "I eagerly drew her into the planning and execution of the marketing for this Preston Center high-rise. We have completed the brochure, have begun laying plans for networking within the real estate community, and have narrowed the qualified market for custom-designed homes at 8181 Douglas," he says.

"A stumbling block to selling new homes in high-rises is the lack of flexibility in designing the floor plan," says Ms. Shamis. She notes that one of the problems is that the placement of plumbing throughout the building confines the locations of kitchens, wet bars, baths and powder rooms.

"We definitely are not doing it that way at 8181 Douglas," she says. "We put in the plumbing and the electrical only when the homes are sold and where the owners want them. If someone needs a fireplace or a 700-square-foot closet in the master suite, then it goes in. We learn what pleases our clients then custom-design to their special likes."

The developers have provided everything our clients want in a building, including generous parking in covered, secured spaces, valet parking for both homeowners and guests, storage areas in the garage (some as large as500 square feet), covered parking for guests, a completely furnished guest suite, and a fully equipped health club with men's and women's locker rooms.

Security features include a round-the-clock security guard and con-trolled access for each floor .

ACS Properties, Inc. and United Commercial Development have purchased and completed the luxury, ten-story residential condominium at the corner of Douglas and Sherry Lane. Douglas R. Deason, President of ACS Properties, Inc. is directing all operations. Carolyn Shamis, President of Carolyn Shamis Realtors (dba Carsha, Inc.) is the exclusive selling agent. Located ideally in the center of North Dallas, the building allows immediate access to both the Park Cities and Preston Hollow as well as shopping among the myriad of stores and services in adjacent Preston Center. 8181 has immediate proximity to North Park, The Dallas North Toll way, Central Expressway and both Love Field and the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. The building was designed to provide total flexibility to the homeowner's individual needs with size ranges of approximately 1,500 to 7,000 square feet There are 10 foot coffered ceilings; large corner balconies and double-paned, bronze-tinted, insulated glass walls offering open vistas in all directions. Only 20 residences will exist at 8181 Douglas, each offering the discerning homeowner amenities necessary to his or her lifestyle. These include reserved, underground parking and 24 hour, on site security augmented by a state-of-the-art, electronic security system throughout the building, parking areas and grounds. The building has two passenger elevators with controlled, keyed access to each floor; water falled swimming pool; health and fitness center; men's and women's locker rooms; outdoor terrace; storage units for each home; guest suite and valet parking. Lush landscaping enhances all outdoor areas with seasonal color always in abundance. The main lobby is floored in marble, accented with brass and iron-work grilles, dramatically lighted and professionally decorated providing an ambiance of style and understated luxury .The staff at security/concierge desk renders service to both residents and guests.