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Bonita Bay Group in national publication Company lauded for committment to natural amenitiesThe National Association of Home Builders has cited Estero, based Bonita Bay Group as an example of a developerusing nature to enhance the lifestyles of its communities in two of its national publications. The article, published in the online Nation's Building News and the current issue of Sales + Marketing Ideas magazine, shares information about the trails, bike paths, neighborhood parks, gardens and paddling trails that help residentsconnect with nature in their own backyards. Bonita Bay Group plans its communities to enhance andimprove the natural environment. At TwinEagles in North Naples, wetlands and a natural flow way were restored, creating a marsh, tree islands and deep pools that attract water birds. At Verandah in Fort Myers, four smaller buildings were carefully fitted among trees in a riverfront hammock rather than building a traditional large clubhouse. All of Bonita Bay Group's 14 golf courses provide habitat for wildlife and open view corridors for residents. Naples landscape architect Ellin Goetz, who has designed parks for Bonita Bay Group communities, is quoted: "Parks and other natural areas within a community provide a calm, green place in the world. The more we can make these outdoor places experiential and engaging, the more residents are going to enjoy living where they do." Goetz designed Mediterra's Parque Celestial with astrological references and interactive elements "to make visitors more aware of the planets and the pattern of the sun during different times of the year," she said. Bonita Bay Group also built dog parks at Verandah and Sandoval, its newest community in Cape Coral. Two North Carolina communities, Cold Mountain near Ashville and The Lodges at Eagles Nest in Banner Elk, are included in the article as other examples of developments that incorporate nature as an amenity for residents. The National Association of Home Builders is a trade association representing more than 235,000 members involved in the residential and light-commercial construction industries and related businesses. Founded in 1942, the NAHB is a resource for industry information, education, research and technical expertise. Bonita Bay Group is a diversified company involved in the planning, development, sales and management of master-planned communities, free-standing recreational amenities and commercial facilities. The company is respected for its commitment to meticulous planning, environmental stewardship, integrity and attention to detail. In addition to TwinEagles, Mediterra, Verandah and Sandoval, Bonita Bay Group is developing Bonita Bay and Shadow Wood Preserve, along with 14 golf courses and two marinas. To learn more, log BonitaBayGroup.com