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The clubhouse at The Grove at Upper Saddle River offers residents abundant opportunities for relaxing and gathering in its inviting lounge areas.

The Role of the Amenity-Rich Clubhouse

Mary Cook, founder of interior architecture and design firm Mary Cook Associates, discusses how amenities help sell today's communities
Feb. 19, 2025
Photo: Sonders Fort Collins
A rendering of the pool area in Sonders Fort Collins
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Garman Homes co-founder and CEO, Alaina Money-Garman
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One- and two-story detached homes at The Havenly, a build-to-rent community.
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Lisa Morey is the founder of Nova Terra, a Colorado-based company that creates eco-friendly masonry blocks.
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If you're wondering what's propelling M&A activity in the housing industry, there are a lot of factors, Chris Jasinski of JTW Advisors says. And they include the drive for consolidation among the largest builders—even some from Canada and Japan—to gain market share.
Photos: courtesy Union Park by Hillwood
'The heart of the lifestyle program here at Union Park is all about building a strong community, bringing our families together in the neighborhood, and creating a sense of belonging and ongoing pride,' Jenny Laible says.
Builders and contractors nationwide have purchased 'Grit Leads to Greatness' for entire classes and often volunteer to read the book to students.
Builders And Contractors Nationwide Have Purchased 'grit Leads To Greatness' For Entire Classes And Often Volunteer To Read The Book To Students
Photo courtesy of Cultured Stone. Pictured: Echo Ridge® Country Ledgestone
Photo courtesy of Cultured Stone. Pictured: Echo Ridge® Country Ledgestone
Dr. Sameer Sood sees housing as a social determinant of health and is working to provide housing for people experiencing homelessness. | Image: Africa Studio / Stock.adobe.com
Dr Sameer Sood Sees Housing As A Social Determinant Of Health And Is Working To Provide Housing For People Experiencing Homelessness | Image: Africa Studio / Stock adobe

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