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Birchwood at Brambleton Honored with 2025 Masterpiece Builder Award

Birchwood at Brambleton, situated in Loudoun County, Virginia, has been designated as the 2025 recipient of the Masterpiece Builder Award, a prestigious accolade presented by Zonda. This recognition is highlighted by the event Future Place, which will be held at the Ritz-Carlton Resort in Irving, Texas, from October 27 to 29.

The award was instituted to celebrate innovative designs that contribute to an overall masterplan vision. Jeff Meyers, CEO of Zonda, highlighted how the Brambleton Group turned challenges from school district constraints and a large stormwater pond into opportunities for creativity, making Birchwood an appealing 55+ neighborhood.

A 55+ community, often referred to as Senior Living or Active Adult living, is a specialized development designed to cater to the preferences of homeowners aged 55 and older. These communities take into account features such as floor plans, home maintenance expectations, community events, and resources that specifically address this age demographic.

The Birchwood at Brambleton community boasts an impressive setup, featuring around 1,500 residential units designed by four established builders: Miller & Smith, Van Metre Cos., Tri Pointe Homes, and Knutson. Each builder brings a unique design perspective to the project, ensuring a wide range of options for homebuyers, from single-story residences to more spacious multifamily and townhome-style units.

Kim Adams, the VP of marketing at Brambleton Group, expressed the importance of diversity in home sizes over mere density. The thoughtful design of Birchwood allows the community to blend seamlessly with its surroundings, making it difficult to distinguish it as an active-adult community from a mere drive-by view.

Amenities that Attract

One of the key elements that Birchwood emphasized was its extensive amenity strategy. The community is strategically located, providing easy access to the city center, nature trails, and the airport. Residents can enjoy various recreational activities, including pickleball and bocce courts, an indoor and outdoor pool, community greenhouse, and exercise stations connected by a network of trails.

Prospective buyers can further explore options available at Birchwood through Zonda's NewHomeSource platform. Questions that commonly arise among potential residents focus on what amenities are favored in 55+ communities, the benefits of living in such communities, and reasons to choose this lifestyle.

The Brambleton Group, along with the builders involved in Birchwood, will receive recognition for their achievements at the Future Place event. Their story will also be featured in the Q3 edition of BUILDER Magazine under the title 'Masters of Place,' crafted by the award-winning editor Symone Strong. The community's success follows the previous Masterpiece Builder Award winner, Estridge Homes.

Zonda is keen on sharing details about various other award winners, such as the Legends Award and Masterplan of the Year, further showcasing the industry's commitment to innovative home building practices.

In summary, Birchwood at Brambleton demonstrates a successful model for 55+ communities by merging clever design with thoughtful amenities, ensuring that both current and future residents enjoy an enriching living experience.

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