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26   Valencia Terrace
Irwin PancakeArchitects deliversa community ofupscale rentalunits with an array of amenities.
By Kristen Eichenmuller
   
 
32   Del Webb Profile
Three active-adultcommunities helphomeowners savemore money withthe option of hightech solar systems.
By Kristen Eichenmuller
   
 
38   Shady Grove
Robert HideyArtichectscombines authenticarchictecture andaffordiblity, makingShady Grove a primeexample for activeadult developments.
By Barbara Pressman
   
 
42   Product Showcase
From kitchens andbathrooms to otherhousehold features,these products offerhomeowners theconvenience and efficiency desired.
By Kimberly Gomes
   
 
50   50+ Five
Presenting fiveproducts thatserve the senior population.
   
DEPARTMENTS
   
 
12   News
The latest news, facts and research for builders and developers of 50+ communities.
   
 
16   Welcome to the World of Green
The growing adoption of eco-friendly buildingfundamentals and LEED-home rating systems gives 50+ builders a push toward a greener future.
By Annie Gerard
   
 
18   The Do’s and Don’ts of Marketing
When striving to meet a development’s selling potential,it becomes the marketing sector’s duty to utilize appealing phrases and signifiers known to attract the 50+ population.
By Susan Sirota
   
 
20   Must-Know Design Tips for 2010
The coming year’s homebuilding design trends revolvearound and cater to the desires of the modern and environmentally aware 50-plus buyer.
By Doris Pearlman
 
22   Research on Demographic Trends
Besides a projected decrease in home appreciation andhomeownership, the ULI reports four major demographic waves for the decade.
By Trish Riggs
 
24   NAHB’s 50+ Housing Council
Research reveals that the 50-plus buyer desirestechnologically-savvy homes, green features and homes with a smaller footprint.
By Ann Marie Moriarty and Timothy Ahern
   

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