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In the heart of Pleasant Hill nestled between natural beauty and city convenience, you’ll find The Reserve, a new collection of 17 distinguished single-family homes like no other. Now is the time to discover this incredible community of stunning one- and two-story designs with elegant appointments and a location close to downtown and all the Bay Area has to offer.

A one-of-a-kind gem, Lot 13 makes room for a refreshing way of life. An open floor plan with optional patio creates the perfect space to entertain, while a multigenerational suite with separate entrance means endless possibilities for all kinds of families. Enjoy 3,648 square feet of expansive living space with four bedrooms and three-and-one-half baths in a breathtaking two-story design made for you.

Destined to be filled with heartfelt memories, Lot 14 is the two-story home you’ve been dreaming of. Presenting 3,282 square feet, three to five bedrooms and three-and-one-half to four baths, this two-story plan is the perfect place to make your own. From the den and bonus room to the three-car garage, large great room and spacious front porch, this is exceptional living at its finest.

When you live at The Reserve at Pleasant Hill, each day brings the perfect blend of peaceful relaxation and excitement. Take in the great outdoors with nearby open space, woodlands and regional parks. Head downtown for diverse restaurants, entertainment and local shops. And rest assured knowing bright futures are always on the horizon with acclaimed area schools. Plus, close proximity to BART and I-680 means the Bay Area is always within reach.

To make sure you’re one of the first to own in this inspiring community, join the priority list today. Simply get pre-qualified with one of our preferred lenders and submit your pre-approval letter to [email protected] to secure your spot on the list.

The sales office is located at 580 Boyd Road in Pleasant Hill. Please call Darrell Hanson, the community sales manager, at (925) 200-4587 to make an appointment.

The Coronavirus pandemic has probably been the most life-altering global event of the last one hundred plus years. Like the plot of a Hollywood movie, a novel virus swept out, altered and is altering life as we know it. Almost everything that people take for granted has been affected. The pandemic has affected the way we work, the way we shop, the way we play, the way we learn and even the way we will build our houses in the future.

How will the Coronavirus pandemic affect the houses of the future? What are the home design trends we expect to see more often as people adjust to living under the shadow of a global epidemic?

In this brief article, we examine the ways the Coronavirus is affecting housing design. We seek answers to the question of how people’s most intimate spaces – their homes – will be affected. Follow us as we together with East Bay Property Management explore the surprising ways the pandemic is changing what people now prioritize in their living area.

 

1. More light and larger spaces
A lot of people now spend a good part of their time away from home and only coming back home to rest and recharge. But when they are unable to leave their homes, people are finding their homes confining and realizing they are a poor substitute for the outdoors. As a result, new homes now mimic the roominess and natural light of the outdoors. Families want to be able to stay home without getting in each other’s way. There is an incorporation of more natural lighting to compensate for people’s inability to walk in the streets.

 

2.    Better and bigger kitchens
Eating out used to be an option most people had. But with restaurants shut down and delivery services unable to work, the only place people could get their meals was from their kitchens. Suddenly, the standard kitchen became inadequate for satisfying the needs of people used to eating a variety of foods. Newer kitchens are being fitted with more equipment to make them more functional. And because of cooking several meals each day, kitchens are being designed to have more room. A significant feature of these new kitchens is massive and multifaceted storage spaces.

 

3.    More privacy
With more time spent together, the possibility for people to get on each other’s nerves or invade their privacy has also increased. To minimize the chances of this happening, families are prioritizing separate rooms for every child in the house. There is also a marked tendency toward having an extra room in the home. People are exploring more options for creating spaces where family members can go to have some time away from others.

 

4.    Better home offices and workspaces
Before the pandemic, there was a definite movement toward telecommuting. A growing number of companies were opting to let their staff work from home. But the pandemic has transformed what was a trickle of remote workers into a flood. Also, with their children spending more time indoors, parents are discovering that their desk in the corner of the dining area is no longer enough. Consequently, there is a transformation of the home office from a small corner in the home to a full-fledged office with a significant amount of space dedicated to it.

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5.    Spaces for exercise and recreation
Being sheltered at home has prevented people from going to the gym or doing any form of outdoor exercise activity. At the same time, with time on their hands, too much food to eat and a lot of energy to burn, more people are looking for ways to keep fit. The solution to this is that a lot of homes have large gyms. Families that can afford it are investing in swimming pools and facilities for outdoor recreational activities. Beyond the need to stay fit, people are also doing these to preserve their mental health.

 

6.    Gardening and expansive outdoor spaces
For want of something to do, many people now take gardening as a hobby. The motivation for doing this has been because they want to grow some of their food themselves. It is also to find something creative to engage their minds while they shelter in place. In order to accommodate this newfound love for gardening and other outdoor hobbies, many homes are now having bigger spaces in front and behind. This home design is to give children a lot of room to play in.

 

In addition to the above trends, we are also seeing:

  • A slight move away from the open-plan floor space as people add screens to section off their workspace and reduce noise.
  • A stronger move toward energy efficiency. That is because families are finding that their energy bills are getting higher. After all, they are spending more time at home.

The Coachella Valley real estate market is having one of its best summer seasons ever as homebuyers move away from bustling cities for more space and communities that take life at a slower pace. With low interest rates and beautiful new homes to choose from, you can see why people are flocking to the desert.

Sage in Palm Desert is the oasis you’ve been searching for in these unprecedented times. These homes feature five inspired floor plans and come with buyer-owned photovoltaic solar. Plus, residents enjoy the great resort-style amenities, where they can break a sweat in the fitness center, escape the heat in the refreshing pool and much more.

The community is open, and you can get pre-qualified today. Make an appointment by contacting Casey Erickson at 760.984.9026 or [email protected].

Check out the full news story about Coachella Valley real estate here.

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Palm Springs Life magazine featured Sage in Palm Desert in its latest issue! Read all about it here.

The community is open, and you can get pre-qualified today. Make an appointment by contacting Casey Erickson at 760.984.9026 or [email protected].

To make sure you’re always in the loop and up to date with everything happening in your community, be sure to Like the Ponderosa Facebook page.

At Ponderosa Homes, our top priority is the safety and well-being of our customers, trade partners and employees, and we are committed to maintaining a healthy environment. In light of recent news, we are dedicated to supporting our incredible communities and all those affected during this challenging time.

That being said, all Ponderosa Homes sales offices are open by appointment only. However, Community Sales Managers are still available during regular office hours for calls, texts, emails, virtual appointments and to schedule an appointment for a site visit.

Please be assured that we have been closely following guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and taking on-site precautions in order to prevent the spread of infections, including COVID-19. We care about your safety, which is why we encourage you to do the same and keep up to date with new developments from the CDC. https://www.cdc.gov/

We will be diligently monitoring local health and government guidelines and promptly taking action whenever necessary. Whether you’re looking for a new home or are currently in the homebuilding process with Ponderosa Homes, please know that we are just as dedicated as ever to providing you with an excellent home buying experience.

Be well,

The Ponderosa Team

Rose Avenue Estates
Rose Avenue & Cindy Way, Pleasanton, CA 94566
(925) 200-4146
Kylene Grippi
[email protected]
RoseAvenuePleasanton.com

Sycamore
6942 Valley Trails Drive, Pleasanton, CA 94588
(925) 200-1633
Kylene Grippi
[email protected]
SycamorePleasanton.com

Elissagaray Ranch
1121 Dominique Drive, Tracy, CA 95304
(925) 701-1563
Kristi Corbett
[email protected]
ElissagarayTracy.com

Sage Palm Desert
73326 Warhol Lane, Palm Desert, CA 92211
(760) 984-9026
Casey Erickson
[email protected]
SagePalmDesert.com

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Summer will be here before you know it, which means now is the best time to brighten up your home décor with some of the season’s top design trends. Whether it’s a fresh new look for your interior or an outdoor setup ready for hosting summer gatherings, these tips will give your home the update it deserves going into the warmer months.

Start inside your home by adding touches of color. Splashes of yellow are great for bringing summer vibes into your space, while blues and pastels can reenergize more neutral palettes with cool hues. This can be done with pillows, table accessories, accent furniture and even wall art. Small changes can have a big effect.

Gravitate toward greenery with some new plants. From centerpieces to freestanding floor plants, having plants in your home will not only help create a summery feel, but they also improve household air quality, so bring on the botanicals!

When decorating for summer, it’s important to create a comfortable outdoor space since you’ll be spending a lot more time outside enjoying the weather. Choosing the right items to fill the space will make it even more tranquil and inviting.  Mini seating areas with sofas and armchairs will make it seem like a cozy extension of your home. Accessorize with mixed fabrics to add texture and choose colors that are on trend, such as this year’s light earth tones including lilac, clay and green.

Finally, embrace the timeless trend of the herb garden. An edible garden is perfect for people who love to cook—it also provides a natural fragrance to your space.

No matter which trends you choose this year, personal touches will give your outdoor space the welcoming atmosphere it needs for all of summer’s best gatherings.

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The best way to celebrate the holiday season is with a brand new home. And you’ll find more than enough to celebrate at Ponderosa Homes’ distinguished Northern California single-family home neighborhoods.

Featuring expansive floor plans and highly sought-after features, the one- and two-story luxurious home designs at Red Hawk in Danville, The Vineyard Collection in Livermore, The Vines in Livermore and Rose Avenue Estates in Pleasanton invite you to live the way you’ve always envisioned.

Find the lifestyle you’ve been waiting for – call or visit these neighborhood sales offices for more details about current available homesites.

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Wishing everyone a very merry Christmas and a happy new year from Ponderosa Homes!

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There’s no better place to host a party than a Red Hawk home by Ponderosa Homes, and there’s no better way to spend a night than catching up with great friends and industry colleagues in a setting reminiscent of an evening in paradise.

It was all of that and more at this Ponderosa Homes celebration honoring our employees, partners, city officials and others who contributed to bringing the community of Red Hawk to life.

Esteemed guests were treated to exquisite catered fare and specialty cocktails while a steel drum band provided the evening’s soundtrack. The conversation was lively, and the atmosphere was inviting as visitors toured the new one- and two-story single-family model homes to see first-hand the exciting homeownership opportunities Red Hawk will bring to the San Ramon Valley.

Thank you to everyone who participated in the event and to all who helped make Red Hawk possible.

If you haven’t been to this inspiring new community in Danville, be sure to come by for a visit!

On May 25, 2017, the Ponderosa family lost our esteemed president, Richard “Dick” Baker. In a career that spanned more than 40 years, Dick made his mark on the homebuilding industry throughout Northern California and, over the last 20 years, as president and CEO of Ponderosa Homes. An integral part of the leadership team, along with Linda Morasch and Kile Morgan, Dick guided Ponderosa to achieve success even in the most challenging of times, most recently spearheading numerous land acquisitions and entitlement strategies such as Ironwood in Pleasanton and the entitlement of Tracy Lakes.

Throughout his illustrious career, Dick was a force to be reckoned with in our industry, serving on multiple committees and devoting much time and financial backing to philanthropic endeavors. Dick understood the importance of providing housing and shelter to those who need it most, leading him to found the HomeAid Northern California chapter, which has gone on to build more than 30 multi-unit shelters for homeless families. In 2005, he was inducted into the CBIA California Homebuilding Foundation Hall of Fame for his commitment to charitable giving and mentorship.

A beloved husband, father, brother and colleague, Dick will always be remembered for his caring moral support, strong leadership abilities and, of course, his wonderful wit and sense of humor. He will be deeply missed by all.