Inspired Magazine Fall 2015

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An Evening with Patrick O’Connell Leadership Lessons from a Cross Country Race Restoring the American Chestnut

CAMBERLEY HOMES at Willowsford

Camberley Homes, formed by Winchester Homes, one of the region’s most respected names in residential homebuilding, was created to provide its clients with not just a distinctive home, but with a customized homebuilding experience. Designed exclusively for the unique villages at Willowsford, the architecture of Camberley’s Willowsford Collection will feature a classic/contemporary feel – open floorplans, abundant windows and flexible spaces that can easily accommodate today’s diverse living styles. Ranging from approximately 3,600 to nearly 5,000 square feet of quality craftsmanship and stylish comfort, Camberley Homes at Willowsford will offer timeless architectural designs and a personalized home buying experience on beautiful wooded ¾- to 1½-acre home sites.

Single-Family Homes from the Mid $700’s | Willowsford.com/Camberley 41025 Willowsford Lane, Aldie, VA 20105 | (703) 542-7390

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Letter from Willowsford I was recently in a restaurant parking lot where I noticed a license plate that read, IM2BUSY. I wondered how many of us could relate to that—I know I can. Our modern lifestyle keeps us humming from morning to night with work, family, school and extracurricular commitments.

Overload starts to feel like our normal state.

And while Willowsford is known for its broad variety of programming and events that help the community connect, I think of it as equally wonderful for all the opportunities it affords residents to disconnect. In fact, when I ask residents to describe what it’s like to come home to Willowsford, the response I hear most often is the happy sigh of “Ahhh.”

It’s a hard thing to articulate, but community planners today are calling the idea that we need some un-programmed areas “head space.” Of course, we’ve found that Mother Nature provides that all on her own, which is why we’ve always referred to Willowsford as “A Naturally Planned Community.”

Photo by Alan Bushnell

A publication of Corbelis Development NOVA, L.L.C. Publisher: Willowsford, L.L.C. Managing Editor: Laura Cole Contributor: Wallace & Company WallaceAndCompany.com ©2015 Willowsford, L.L.C., Willowsford, Willowsford Conservancy, Inspired, Inspired Living, A Naturally Planned Community and are all trademarks of Willowsford, L.L.C. All rights reserved.

Reproduction in whole or in part of any material in this magazine is expressly prohibited. Publisher reserves the right to accept or reject all advertising matter.

The information, illustrations, maps, and depictions contained in this magazine concerning the Willowsford development are based on the current proposed development concepts; actual development may vary from what is depicted. As the vision for the project evolves, facilities, features and other components are subject to change. Certain features and amenities depicted within the magazine have not yet been, and may not be, constructed. Dues, fees and assessments may be imposed for the use of some amenities. Photographs and images are not necessarily of the Willowsford development, are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to be an actual representation of any features or designs of any specific community, neighborhood, amenities, facilities or improvements.

With 2,000 acres of stunning natural open space under the Willowsford Conservancy’s stewardship, each of our four villages offers literal and figurative breathing room throughout. The great majority of our amenities have been built, and our full-time lifestyle team plans an array of activities and events that brings the whole community together.

The ability to combine active and passive pursuits is part of Willowsford’s culture – one built around farmfresh food, outdoor recreation, natural beauty and plenty of “head space.”

In the pages of Inspired, I hope you’ll enjoy reading about the people, businesses and experiences that make Loudoun County and Willowsford such an amazing place to call home.

All the best,

Brian Cullen Corbelis NoVA President Developer of Willowsford

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Contents

Fall 2015 1

thoughts from the field

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Letter from Willowsford

stewardship What Spins The Wheel Leadership Lessons from a Road Race

Brian Cullen

Alex Aloise 4

heart and soul 56

Weaving Wonder The Sculpture of Patrick Dougherty

kids’ corner Good Sports The Community of Ashburn Ice House

Alex Aloise

Eva Watterson 8

rooted A Visit from ‘The Pope’ Chef Patrick O’Connell Visits Willowsford

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Snapshots from Willowsford Beth Raymond

Jaimee Reinertsen

shop local A Dog’s Life Pet Boutiques in Loudoun County Eva Watterson

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good earth Restoring the American Chestnut Kelly Morris

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homescape Redefining Purchasing Power Beazer Homes Offers Choices Alex Aloise

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inspired living

The Power of Gathering

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The Sculpture of Patrick Dougherty

by Alex Aloise Just a short drive from the idyllic calm of Willowsford is the bustling Reston Town Center, a mini metropolis filled with some of the most popular shops, restaurants and bars in Northern Virginia. At its heart is Town Square Park, which gives residents and workers some breathing room. And for the next two years, it will serve as something else as well: a canvas.

On it, internationally acclaimed artist Patrick Dougherty has built a larger-than-life nature sculpture made entirely of branches. To him, it’s a reminder of “primitive ways in an accelerated world,” which he hopes reawakens our innate connection to nature. “Good sculpture is one that causes the viewer to have a lot of feelings. Sticks are common parlance to everybody.

They’re a little bit of our hunting and gathering past. So these pieces bring up those feelings within us.”

Patrick Dougherty

It was this shared passion for linking the natural world to the built environment that brought Willowsford on as the primary sponsor for the sculpture, which was commissioned by the Greater Reston Arts Center, and supported by the Initiative for Public Art – Reston.

“It was important to us to be a real partner and participant in this exciting endeavor, not just a passive supporter,” says Laura Cole of Willowsford. “Our goal is to provide a complete living experience, and art is certainly an essential part of life.” (continued)

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With a team of national and local volunteers, Dougherty harvested most of his hickory saplings from Willowsford’s 2,000 acres of conservancy.

(Just like pruning your own plants and trees, this poses no actual threat to the trees.)

He says it’s easy to train volunteers on how to help, wherever he goes. “There’s a practicality about sticks.

You learn the rules of play when you’re little, so there’s a way that you fall right back into knowing how they’ll bend,” he says.

At first glance, the sculpture looks like the forts we all thought up as kids while playing in the woods.

It appears almost dreamlike, as if sketched by hand, constructed with hatch marks and pencil lines.

The view from the high rises that overlook the park is of a swirling natural labyrinth.

Upon closer inspection, you see the branches and sticks from which it’s made, wondering where they end, and looking for the support structure that simply has to be inside the walls holding it all up.

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Organic art like this in a thoroughly man-made setting like Reston Town Center ensures that Patrick has gotten plenty of both questions and help from the local residents and patrons.

“This is kind of a shocking [urban] setting because you’re on display in a big way. It puts you on the spot just slightly. People are always stopping by, and they’re naturally curious,” Patrick says. But despite potential interruptions, his dedicated team of volunteers ensured that the piece was completed and his vision brought to life. “We’ve had a lot of volunteers working.

People from different walks of life, some retired, some who live here. Some are one-stick-a-day people; others go at it like a machine.”

If it sounds like Patrick plays both artist and manager during his process, it’s because he does. With a professional background in hospital administration, he knows the value of order and teamwork to get things done. Ultimately, however, he was compelled to leave the professional world behind in order to express how he felt inside.

heart and soul The other big challenge with creating natural art in a public space is the concern of what will happen once the artist has moved on. “If anything’s going to happen to it, it’ll happen in the first couple of weeks,” he says. “After that, it will become the neighborhood’s.

If people like something they’re not going to trash it,” he explains, looking at the park. “No one is ripping up all these flowerbeds.”

Patrick Dougherty’s sculpture, “A Bird in the Hand,” is currently open to the public in Town Square Park at Reston Town Center. It will remain there into 2017. A film about the artist by award-winning documentarian Rebekah Wingert-Jabi will be screening at the GRACE Gallery in Reston through 2015.

To learn more about Patrick Dougherty, visit stickwork.net or restonarts.org A Bird in the Hand: A Bird in the Hand: Open to the public in the Town Square Park at Reston Town Center

“My dad says I was a documented case of ‘Downward Mobility,’” he laughs. “When I first quit working, I decided to build a log cabin. For some reason, trying to work out the problems of simple shelter was a journey that set in motion some ideas about the natural world. It opened a compulsion for me. It wasn’t that odd to start working with sticks and messing around.”

Clearly, making art out of sticks presents unique challenges that would otherwise not exist in a more traditional medium like paint or clay.

But for Patrick, the challenge is welcomed, and adds to the credibility of his work.

“Where we end up expending a ton of energy is where the piece meets the earth, right at the base or at the top. You have to make sure it’s not too messy,” he explains. “All these twigs get pushed in and become little shelves for hooking the next piece. They lean slightly, and that’s to provide an unkempt gesture so that something doesn’t look too straight and narrow. If you can see the sculpture and not notice the vertical saplings we’ve used to support it, your credibility goes way up on its own.”

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by Jaimee Reinertsen

To visit with Patrick O’Connell, “The Pope of American Cuisine,” on a Saturday night, one generally has to make a reservation months in advance at his famed restaurant, The Inn at Little Washington. But this summer, Willowsford residents had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to host him at their community center, the elegant manor known as Sycamore House.

Patrick pioneered Virginia regional cuisine in a most unlikely place – an abandoned gas station in a village of 133 people. Since its start in early 1978, he has been heralded as Oustanding Chef in America (2001) by the James Beard Foundation, and selected for Le Chef Magazine’s Top 100 Chefs in the World in 2015 (one of only 10 American Chefs selected).

Bonnie Moore, now Willowsford’s Culinary Director, studied under Patrick 20 years ago as his sous chef, and remembers The Inn not just as a place she worked, but as the place where she grew up.

Bonnie treated guests to some of Patrick’s signature dishes, including truffle popcorn and Rappahannock oysters, and Patrick treated them to wonderful personal stories about his adventures at The Inn during a fireside chat.

He told those gathered around about the time he told a local man who phoned that he’d take all the blueberries he had. Even though that turned out to be a pickup truck filled to the brim with blueberries, he made good on his word (despite his shock), but had a hard time finding space to store them all.

“Like lava, blueberries came pouring out of this closet.

So there are all these blueberries on the concrete floor,” he said. “And I thought, I really don’t feel good about serving these. Then I thought, vinegar! Nothing can live in vinegar. It’s its own disinfectant. Make blueberry vinegar. So I started making gallons and gallons of blueberry vinegar and then created a dish. A little poussin, baby chicken, marinated in blueberry vinegar, grilled in the backyard. Twenty years later, it’s one of our signature dishes.”

Bonnie said, “So here we are at Willowsford, 20 years later, and whenever Mike Snow [Willowsford’s Farm Director] calls and asks if I want winter squash, I just instinctively tell him to bring me everything he’s got.

The only trouble with that is squash takes up a lot more room than blueberries!” (continued)

Patrick O’Connell “Dining can be a healing art form. It can enhance people’s self esteem and have a positive effect for a long time afterward.”

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“A Magnificent Obsession” Patrick O’Connell’s new book about cultivating the environment at The Inn at Little Washington

Bonnie asked Patrick, “In the book you write about creating spaces. How is the food experience affected by the space you’re in?”

He replied, “We are all affected by every space we’re in, and the first thing I remarked when I came into this building [Sycamore House] was how wonderful the high ceilings are and how good they make you feel.

One architect said the reason that many of us are depressed is that we’re not given enough physical space to feel that we can breathe. But the human being is a sacred entity, and we need grand space. It’s not a waste.

It’s appropriate.”

In fact, that’s the theme of his new book, A Magnificent Obsession, which is the tale of his love affair with cultivating the environment that has shaped so many people’s experiences at The Inn for the last five decades.

“Dining can be a healing art form. It can enhance people’s self esteem and have a positive effect for a long time afterward,” O’Connell said. “What we try to do at The Inn at Little Washington is make everyone feel glorious.

And beautiful. And comfortable. And pampered. And have a true sense of grand luxury. And I have to say, I feel wonderful being here tonight.”

To learn more about Patrick O’Connell, visit TheInnAtLittleWashington.com

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Willowsford dogs can spend their days in the great outdoors or out on the town. With so many locally owned pet stores to explore in Loudoun County, featuring everything from dog washes to holistic treatment options, these shops and their owners offer local character and unique product selections.

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Whole Pet Central

Happy Hound

Looking for a pet store with great community interaction? Look no further. This shop hosts adoption events and provides insight to customers with any pet concern.

Looking for a unique selection of toys, food and more? Stop by this shop, you can even give your dog a bath while you’re there!

43330 Junction Plaza, Suite 176 Ashburn, VA 20147 | 703-724-4319

19352 Promenade Drive Lansdowne, VA 20176 571-333-2171

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Co-owners: John McGeehan, Liora Robinson and Bob Irvin

Co-owners: Laura and Ross Wujkowski

Home Farm Store

Wylie Wagg

You want to know where your food comes from; now you can know the source of your pet’s food, too. This shop features select items from Ayrshire Farm in Upperville, VA.

A concept that’s catching on, Middleburg residents Laura and Larry opened this local pet store in 2003 and now own 6 locations.

1 East Washington Street Middleburg, VA 20117 540-687-8882 HomeFarmStore.com Owner: Sandy Lerner

Vienna Aquarium & Pets of Leesburg

Happy Hound

5B East Washington Street Middleburg, VA 20117 540-687-8727 WylieWagg.com Co-owners: Laura and Larry Clark

DogGone Natural A shop with a story. Owner Kimberly Correnti opened it to help others with holistic health treatments after seeing the difference they made for her own dog’s health.

There’s a lot to be said for longevity.

Started by Marlene Reinhardt in Vienna, the aquarium specialists moved to Leesburg and have kept their clientele. The store has client histories dating back to 1977.

44031 Ashburn Shopping Plaza Ashburn, VA 20147 | 703-858-1112

301 Industrial Court SE Leesburg, VA 20175 | 703-777-2133

21 Catoctin Circle NE Leesburg, VA 20176 | 571-291-3970

Facebook.com/ViennaAquarium

DogGoneNatural.com

Owner: Chris Reinhardt

Owner: Kimberly Correnti

DogGone Natural

Wylie Wagg

good earth

The “Forests are the lungs of our land, purifying the air and giving fresh strength to our people.”

Franklin D. Roosevelt Gathering Chestnuts: Philadelphia’s Fairmont Park was the scene for Gathering Chestnuts, by J.W. Lauderbach.

This engraving appeared in the Art Journal of 1878.

All Photos Courtesy of The American Chestnut Foundation

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Chestnut Burr, Meadowview Farm, Meadowview VA.

American Chestnut

by Kelly Morris

Standing in the Muir Woods, a dense forest of redwoods north of San Francisco, Catherine Mayes is in awe. It’s a sort of religious feeling, similar to standing in the middle of a cathedral rich in history and visual splendor.

“This is what the Appalachian Mountains used to be like.”

It’s hard to imagine, but at the turn of the 20th century, about four billion American chestnuts made up 25 percent of hardwood forests from Georgia to Maine, and as far west as Illinois. Standing up to 125 feet tall with trunks up to 30 feet wide, they rivaled the height and mass of the great redwoods. Catherine, president of the Virginia Chapter of The American Chestnut Foundation, relishes the thought that our eastern forests could one day evoke that feeling again.

According to The American Chestnut Foundation (TACF), these substantial trees provided food for countless animals, humans and livestock while their straight and tall trunks provided some of the best rotresistant timber. From cash crops to trade, the chestnut tree played a vital role in the economy and the everyday life of local communities. (continued)

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Bringing the Awe Back to Appalachia In 1983, The American Chestnut Foundation was founded with one goal in mind: to restore the American chestnut to its original glory. But it’s a slow, careful process. TACF’s breeding program mixes the Chinese chestnut’s blight resistance with the American chestnut’s desirable characteristics. According to TACF, they harvested the first potentially blight-resistant chestnuts in 2005. With the impressive work of TACF and other organizations like it, the American chestnut is on its way to making a comeback to our backyards and national forests.

Mighty Giants – Chestnut Giants, Great Smokey Mountains, Western North Carolina. First published in American Lumberman, January 1910. Courtesy of the Forest History Society, Durham, NC.

But perhaps the most profound value of chestnuts is the strength they lend the forest. “Chestnut trees helped provide food and shelter for wildlife and cleaned the air and water,” says Mike Snow, Director of Farm Operations at Willowsford Farm.

Then, in 1904, they succumbed to the chestnut blight.

A fungus, imported to the United States on Asian chestnut trees, spread quickly through the nonresistant native chestnuts. And less than 50 years later, the American chestnut had essentially disappeared from our forests and our imaginations.

Through Willowsford Farm, the Willowsford Conservancy will be doing its part locally to bring the chestnut back. “There’s a beauty in raising chestnuts, to grow what used to be here,” Mike says, staring past the tree line that meets The Farm’s crop fields. “That’s part of coexisting with other life. If we break it we should fix it. We can live with nature and also get what we need,” says Mike.

The Willowsford Conservancy is evaluating turning a section of open space into a seedling orchard. The Farm is also exploring chestnut trees for use as a food crop to supply to residents and neighbors at The Farm Market.

“Nobody has ever restored a species on this scale before,” says Catherine, but that seems to make it that much more exciting to those who joined in the effort at local and national levels. “It may be threatened, but we have the hope to restore it.”

For more information visit www.acf.org and www.vachestnut.org

Chestnut blight produces large blisters on two young chestnut trees at Meadowview Research Farm, Meadowview, VA. The Family of James and Caroline Shelton pose by a large dead Chestnut Tree in Tremont Falls, Tennessee circa 1920. Courtesy of Great Smoky Mountains National Park Library.

Chestnut seeds harvested at Meadowview Research Farm, Meadowview, VA. American Chestnut Catkin, Meadowview Research Farm, Meadowview, VA. Newly planted seedlings at Meadowview Research Farm, Meadowview, VA.

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Chestnut Research Orchards, Meadowview Research Farm, Meadowview, VA.

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The Ashburn Ice House is located at 21595 Smith Switch Rd., Ashburn VA 20147 www.ashburnice.com - 703-858-0300

INTEGRITY HOMES at Willowsford

Integrity Homes only builds our quality, hand-crafted homes in distinctive locations with honest personalities – places like Willowsford. Designed and crafted especially for Willowsford, Integrity homes offer up to 5,000 square feet of relaxed, authentic luxury, with up to 6 bedrooms and 6.5 baths along with exquisite features like personal courtyards, sunrooms, balconies, reading nooks and gourmet chef’s kitchens. Integrity homes are genuine and timeless, and just like the naturally planned community of Willowsford, truly inspiring.

Single-Family Homes from the Upper $500’s | Willowsford.com/Integrity 41025 Willowsford Lane, Aldie, Virginia 20105 | (703) 327-7662

Beazer Homes RedeďŹ nes Purchasing Power

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“It’s more than just selecting options or finishes.

We want homebuyers to have a real say in their building process from beginning to end, and even beyond that.”

– John Crawford, Beazer’s Product Manager of Planning and Design

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by Alex Aloise For many homebuyers, one of the most exciting parts of buying a brand-new home is picking out the personal touches that will truly make it yours.

One builder at Willowsford takes personalization a step further by offering even more, with a simple choice. Unlike most builders, Beazer allows their customers to personalize their base plan without compromising the base price. These new Choice Plans™ provide multiple room options for the kitchen, master bathroom and secondary living spaces at no additional cost.

“It’s more than just selecting options or finishes. We want homebuyers to have a real say in their building process from beginning to end, and even beyond that,” says John Crawford, Beazer’s Product Manager of Planning and Design. “That’s why we’ve developed our new Choice Plans. It’s personalization with a twist and without any added costs.”

For example, at Willowsford, Beazer’s popular Ashford plan lets buyers choose between having a library or an extra bedroom. They can also opt for a study instead of a living room.

“It’s putting the homeowners in charge of how their house flows based on how they live,” Crawford adds.

“For example, some people love a sumptuous bath, but others would rather use that space for an oversized shower. With our Choice Plans, it’s really up to you.”

Each new home Beazer builds at Willowsford will offer Choice Plans, which means the buyers will have between two and three design and layout options for certain rooms in their home. Within those, only the highest quality features and finishes are included, so there’s no need to upgrade any further.

Personalization is, and always has been, one of the most appealing aspects of purchasing a new home versus a previously owned one. That’s why Beazer has extended the idea of having choices into the entire homebuying experience.

“Choosing what’s in your home is really just the first step,” says Catherine Bergstrom, Vice President of Sales at Beazer Homes. “Our goal is to make the whole homebuying process as comfortable and easy as possible, which is why we also offer Mortgage Choices.”

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“Choosing what’s in your home is really just the first step.”

While many new homebuilders encourage the use of their in-house mortgage lender, Beazer finds that their customers get better rates when banks compete for their business.

“When you’re buying a house, you want to make sure you’re getting the best mortgage, because even something as small as a quarter of a point could be a huge deal,” Bergstrom says. “We absolutely encourage research and shopping to ensure that our buyers get the best mortgage rate and loan. Typically, we offer three or four preferred lenders, and we encourage you to shop for your best option.”

Trust is an invaluable element of the homebuying process. As one of Willowsford’s original homebuilders, Beazer’s longevity in the community has had an undeniable affect on its ability to build trust with both new and future residents. However, what has truly cemented its reputation is the way in which it has redefined “Purchasing Power” at Willowsford.

“We’ve been here since the beginning and we’ve watched it grow. So we know all the benefits of the community and what homeowners and homebuyers here like,” Bergstrom says. “We’ve used all of that to help improve and define our product. We know our buyers, and you can see the difference when you walk through our homes.” (continued)

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Exterior home designs at Willowsford are based on historic styles prevalent in Loudoun County, including Federal, Folk Victorian, Gothic Revival, Queen Anne and Arts & Crafts. In deference to historic evolution, a Willowsford house mirrors the appearance of a house built over time. Requirements included the use of high quality materials and siting homes in a way that creates cohesive appealing streetscape.

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Renderings are artist concepts and elevations may include optional features. This floorplan is intended as a representation of the blueprints. Window sizes and placements are per elevation. Brochures are intended as use for illustrative purposes and are not a legal document. Contact Sales Manager for details.

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T H E D E S I G N E R COLLECTION

LIMITED EDITION LIVING FROM PIET BOON, ONLY AT WILLOWSFORD Experience the exceptional homes of Line K, the first of Willowsford’s Designer Collection, with three distinctive model homes now open.

Line K is a stunning collaboration between K. Hovnanian® Homes® and Piet Boon®, an internationally acclaimed designer. Together, they bring to Willowsford a modern interpretation of the community’s historically inspired architecture, in a small enclave of The Grant village.

Single-Family Homes from $1.2 Million* 23510 Founders Drive, Ashburn, VA 20148 (888) 447-0302 Visit Willowsford.com/LineK

*Prices and terms set forth herein are provided by home builders within Willowsford who are not affiliated with the owner and developer of the community. Such prices and terms, and the quality of the home builder’s homes, are not verified or warranted by owner Willowsford, LLC. or its affiliates. Dues, fees and assessments may be imposed for the use of some amenities. Paid advertisement. This material shall not constitute an offer or solicitation in any state where prior registration is required. © 2015 Willowsford, L.L.C. Willowsford, Willowsford Conservancy, Inspired Living and A Naturally Planned Community are all trademarks of Willowsford, L.L.C. September 2015.

Local Wood has harvested, milled, dried, and shaped 28,000 board feet of hardwood timber from the Willowsford property crafting much of the woodwork inside the Willowsford Lodge and Sycamore House. Now, that’s local!

Sycamore House Great Room at Willowsford Š 2014 Maxine Schnitzer Photography

Imagine Local Wood in Your Home Mantles, Countertops, Table Tops, Flooring, Cabinetry, Moldings, Doors, Paneling, Wainscoting, Beams, Unique Slab Furnishings

Local Wood has the materials and craftsmen to make it happen.

Visit our showroom, see the floor, species and slab samples. Bring your designer or architect, or consult ours to make your vision a reality.

Local Wood is stocked with reclaimed, locally harvested, sawn, and dried hardwood lumber for woodworking professionals and part time woodworkers.

We have hardwood moldings, stock slabs with natural edges and shorts for your creative projects. Visit the new Purcellville showroom to get your project started.

540-955-9522 www.localwoodva.com

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K. Hovnanian Homes ®

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K. Hovnanian® is a family-owned and operated, national homebuilder that has been committed to excellence since 1959, and today builds in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, the Southeast, the Midwest, Texas and Arizona. The company combines its national experience with a local focus in each market, which led the Willowsford development team to select K. Hovnanian® as one of Willowsford’s dedicated homebuilders. K. Hovnanian® custom-created a new line of homes specifically for Willowsford that captures Virginia’s history, with architecture inspired by heirloom family farmhouses and Colonial manors. Interiors offer up to six bedrooms and up to six-and-a-half baths, with up to 5,000 square feet of thoughtfully appointed space.

Front porches and porticos enter into genteel, welcoming foyers, gourmet kitchens open to light-filled great rooms that are the hearts of the homes, and gracious owner’s suites soothe away the stress of daily life.

Single-Family Homes from the Low $600’s | Willowsford.com/KHov 23510 Founders Drive, Ashburn, VA 20148 | (888) 559-1536 Prices, terms, features, incentives and savings subject to change without notice, see Sales Consultant for community specific details. K. Hovnanian® American Mortgage, L.L.C.TM, 3601 Quantum Boulevard, Boynton Beach, FL 33426. NMLS#3259. (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org). Licensed by Virginia State Corporation Commission #MC2661.

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This is what it’s all for.

Shared pleasure over farm fresh food. A morning walk through rolling pastures. Wide-eyed wonder at a butterfly’s new wings.

And daily living that adds up to a pretty memorable life.

From our award-winning home designs to our amenities and gathering spaces, you’ll notice that every element of Willowsford was inspired by the natural environment, community connections and the joy of living well.

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You might also notice that we’ve done things a little differently with the land. In fact, we left half of it alone. Of Willowsford’s 4,000 acres, 2,000 have been set aside for not only environmental preservation, but recreation, including an elaborate network of trails through dense woodlands and pastures, and agricultural use through a 300-acre working farm.

On the other 2,000 acres, four distinct villages (The Grant and The Grange, located north of

Route 50 in Ashburn, VA, and The Grove and The Greens, south of Route 50 in Aldie, VA) feature homes that were designed exclusively for Willowsford, and are shaping the character of each intimate neighborhood, while amenities and gathering spaces bring everyone together.

Welcome to Willowsford, the Capital Region’s only farm-to-table new home community.

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NOW this is just fun At its heart, Willowsford is simply about enjoying life.

And with so many options, you likely won’t run out of ways to do just that. Whether it’s an outdoor adventure race, dinner at a pop-up restaurant, or simply the love of learning something new, the variety of experiences you’ll be able to have in your own back yard is virtually unmatched in the area.

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lifestyle team is programming these spaces with an array of activities, including cooking and fitness classes, trail running and mountain bike races, nature exploration, concerts and movies.

And as our community grows, residents are taking the lead in establishing new traditions like the lakeside Independence Day celebration, and the Willowsford Waves Swim Team, which in its first year competed with more than 70 Willowsford kids.

MORE FUN TO DISCOVER WILLOWSFORD FARM, OFFERING FRESH SEASONAL PRODUCE, AN ANNUAL CSA PROGRAM, A FARM MARKET, HAPPY GARDENING HOURS AND A FARM GARDEN COOKING DEMONSTRATIONS, CULINARY CLASSES AND EVENTS POP-UP RESTAURANTS AT THE LODGE AND SYCAMORE HOUSE MILES OF NATURE TRAILS OFFERING VARYING DEGREES OF INTENSITY FOR WALKING, HIKING AND BIKING WILLOW LAKE FOR FISHING OR BOATING, WITH KAYAKS AND CANOES PARKS, PICNIC AND CAMPING AREAS, OFF-LEASH AREAS AND SLEDDING HILLS POOLS WITH CABANAS AND CHILDRENS' SPRAY-AND-PLAY AREA OUTDOOR AMPHITHEATERS AND VILLAGE GREENS FOR CONCERTS AND EVENTS COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES, EVENTS AND CLUBS / INTEREST GROUPS COORDINATED BY OUR LIFESTYLE TEAM

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COUNTRY LIVING Close at Hand

Brimming with history, character, and economic vitality, Loudoun County is home to some of the capital area’s most beloved restaurants, retailers and vineyards, as well as all the conveniences modern life demands.

Willowsford is located on the north and south of historic Route 50. Within 15 minutes, Washington Dulles International Airport, Reston Town Center, Route 28, the Dulles Toll Road and I-66 are all accessible. The Metrorail extension to the airport and beyond to Route 772 (Ryan Road) is currently underway with projected completion in 2017.

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Interested in visiting Willowsford? We’d love to show you around. Our award-winning information centers are staffed with Community Guides, not salespeople. So you can feel comfortable learning about the community without any sales pressure. Information Centers are open daily from 11am–6pm. For directions, visit Willowsford.com/Visit or call 571-297-2000.

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Conservancy lands comprise a preserved example of Virginia Piedmont countryside to be privately owned, managed and maintained in perpetuity as provided for in the Community Covenant.

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Each property owner has a stake in preserving this beautiful land for generations to come.

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made annually and at the time of resale. This means each property owner is also a Conservancy member and has a stake in preserving their beautiful land for generations to come.

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THE MISSION OF THE WILLOWSFORD CONSERVANCY: The Willowsford Conservancy protects, maintains, and promotes the viable, longterm use of the land, integrating farming, recreation, conservation and education to enhance the quality of life for the residents of Willowsford and Loudoun County.

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One of the more intangible but nonetheless distinctive characteristics about Willowsford is the true culture it has developed, unique to its own place. That is, in large part, owed to the sustaining influence of Willowsford Farm. There is something significant about knowing the first names of the people who grow your food. Or watching your child’s face light up as he bites a sun-ripened tomato he picked for himself.

Or being able to ask someone just what, exactly, you are supposed to do with kohlrabi.

As part of the 2,000-acre Willowsford Conservancy, Willowsford Farm manages over 300 acres of agricultural land, growing more than 150 varieties of vegetables, herbs, fruit, eggs, chicken, and flowers, and raising several breeds of livestock.

CULTURE The produce is available through the CSA program and at the Farm Market. The Farm also hosts educational activities and events, and supports local area businesses as a distribution point for sustainably raised meat, poultry and dairy products.

Our mission is to grow healthy, lively food right where people live, and to offer The Farm as a place to realize their connections to the natural world and to each other.

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The Lodge at Willow Lake is an iconic building set within a vibrant recreation area that links the villages of The Grove and The Greens. Its rustic architecture is reminiscent of a large family lake house. Inside are the warm great room, state-of-the-art fitness center and a teaching kitchen. Outside, the camp-like atmosphere includes a grand patio, bocce courts, yoga lawn and event lawn, as well as a pool complex with a terraced sun deck overlooking the mountains. The Boat House Information Center is also part of this recreation area, complete with a fishing dock, outdoor fire pit, canoe launch and storage.

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The Lodge features a professional teaching kitchen and state-of-the-art fitness center open to residents.

The centerpiece of The Grange, Sycamore House is a gracious gathering space designed in the fashion of an elegant countryside manor. The rambling “estate” includes The Tenant House Information Center, which was constructed using re-claimed stone and wood from a historical farmhouse built on the property circa 1800.

Sycamore House overlooks a grassy outdoor performance stage and opens onto a large village green surrounded by “country-formal” gardens with a fish pond, and a resort-style swimming pool with cabanas and a sun ledge.

Approximately 70% of the finished wood used in Sycamore House came from Willowsford trees, milled right here on the property and installed by Local Wood of Berryville.

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A pinnacle of Sycamore House is its teaching kitchen, with periodic visits by local and celebrity chefs who use ingredients picked fresh from Willowsford Farm to create pop-up restaurant menus.

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The Grange is defined by its natural setting, with rolling hills and woodlands traversed by Upper Broad Run and Lenah Run. It is located in the heart of the community and features Sycamore House, which is one of the main gathering spaces; The Tenant House Information

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Center; the Amphitheater; Willowsford Farm; and a number of other unique amenity areas accessible from its trail network, including a dog park and community garden.

Stretching from its secluded entrance off Evergreen Mills Road to Route 50, The Grant is defined by its expansive natural backdrop, featuring lush forested areas and scenic meadowlands bordered by hedgerows traditional to Loudoun County. A village loop and extensive nature trail

network are designed to access the unspoiled beauty of more than 1,000 acres of naturescape, linking multiple parks and camping facilities. In keeping with its natural elegance and wide-open spaces, The Grant offers some of the largest estate lots in Willowsford.

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opportunities presented by The Lodge at Willow Lake, adjacent to its southern border (in The Greens). Whether on an outing with family and friends, or taking a quiet contemplative stroll through the woods, The Grove invites interaction with the land at every turn.

The Greens is the largest village in Willowsford, defined by an extensive patchwork of scenic forests, meadows and agricultural land of rambling topography extending from Braddock Road down to its southern border along Bull Run. In keeping with this diverse landscape, The Greens is designed to offer a variety of living and entertainment

options. The Lodge at Willow Lake, a resident destination for sports and outdoor recreation, is located along its northern boundary off Braddock Road. Nearby is the trailhead for a loop trail that will circumnavigate the entire village with varying degrees of intensity to interconnect planned camping and picnic areas.

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THE BUILDERS

Arcadia Communities

Beazer Homes

From the Upper $700’s | 3,005–6,658 Sq. Ft.

From the Low $600’s | 3,099–3,620 Sq. Ft.

New Builder Camberley Homes

Drees Homes

From the Mid $700’s | 3,600–4,126 Sq. Ft.

From the Mid $700’s | 3,490–4,500 Sq. Ft.

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From the Upper $500’s | 2,300–4,000 Sq. Ft.

From $1.2 Million | 4,046–5,458 Sq. Ft.

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K. Hovnanian® Homes®

Mitchell & Best Homes

From the $600’s | 2,830–4,996 Sq. Ft.

From the Mid $700’s | 3,749–4,400 Sq. Ft.

Pulte Homes

Richmond American Homes

From the Low $600’s | 3,014–3,514 Sq. Ft.

From the Low $700’s | 3,587–4,283 Sq. Ft.

The Willowsford Home 9 Homebuilders. 15 Collections. 21 Decorated Models.

The importance of architecture in creating a unique community feeling can’t be overstated. Each home is a building block of the streetscapes that collectively become the “walls” of the outdoor room and give the community shape and style.

That’s why, at Willowsford, each homebuilder offers a selection of signature home designs that are exclusive to Willowsford.

What will you find in a new home at Willowsford?

• Homesites from under 1/4 -acre up to 1 1/2 acres • Home sizes ranging from 2,300 to over 4,000 square feet, to meet virtually any lifestyle • Breathtaking indoor and outdoor spaces that blend seamlessly • Luxurious master suites, available upstairs and on the main level in select floor plans

• The highest quality materials that blend the best of today’s energy and cost savings with classic character and timelessness • Unrivaled architectural requirements that combine classic style with contemporary design, such as brick or stone exteriors, architectural-grade shingled roofs, authentic muntins on every window and more

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The information, illustrations, maps, and depictions contained in this magazine concerning the Willowsford development are based on the current proposed development concepts and actual development may vary from what is depicted. As the Owner’s vision for the project evolves, facilities, features and other components are subject to change. Certain features and amenities depicted within the magazine have not yet been, and may not be, constructed. Dues, fees and assessments may be imposed for the use of some amenities. Photographs and images are not necessarily of the Willowsford development, are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to be an actual representation of any features or designs of any specific community, neighborhood, amenities, facilities or improvements.

The information in this magazine is only intended as general information about Willowsford and the surrounding community and is not an offer or solicitation to sell property. Lots within Willowsford are not for sale to individual buyers. Owner intends to only sell lots to unaffiliated homebuilders. If you are interested in purchasing a lot within Willowsford, please contact homebuilders building within the community. All information concerning homes and homebuilders within this publication was provided by the builders and not independently verified by Owner.

Owner does not warrant or guarantee the obligations, construction, or pricing of builders who may build and sell homes in this community.

Buyers of homes in Willowsford contract directly with the builder and must rely solely on their own investigation and judgment of the builder’s construction and financial capabilities in as much as Owner does not warrant or guarantee such capabilities, nor does Owner warrant or guarantee the design, pricing, engineering, construction, or availability of any home or any other building constructed by such builder or the obligations of any such builder to the buyer.

This material shall not constitute a valid offer in any state where prior registration is required or if void by law.

Owner encourages and supports an affirmative advertising and marketing program in which there are not barriers to obtaining housing because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin. September 2015.

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s a successful entrepreneur and owner of wireless towers throughout the Mid-Atlantic, Len Forkas knew what it took to put a solid team together and overcome challenges.

But in 2002, Len and his family were met with a challenge that no family ever wants to face:

Len Forkas spoke to Inspired Magazine about Hopecam, RAAM, and his new book, What Spins the Wheel, in which he documents the journey from start to finish line, chronicling all of the management challenges he faced along his path, and crafting them into leadership lessons for every type of team.

his nine-year-old son, Matt, was diagnosed with leukemia and would have to undergo aggressive chemotherapy to beat it.

Inspired Magazine (IM): Did you go into the RAAM, thinking, “This will make a great book some day?”

Len Forkas (LF): I didn’t initially, but as I told people my story, as I spoke to larger groups about it, I realized, “There’s a book in here. There’s a leadership story in here.” The ways we trained people, prepared people, just simple things that we all take for granted, like somebody makes a mistake and you learn from it and move on.

The story is – nothing can beat a team of people who are positive and unselfish, that forgive each other, that honor each other’s roles, delegate and don’t second guess or hold grudges, and that believe in their mission.

Aside from the obvious physical toll, the treatments left Matt isolated from his friends and classmates at school. Determined to do anything that would lift his son’s spirits, Len devised a plan to connect Matt to his classroom through the innovative use of a webcam. This was long before Skype, but once the virtual connection was made, the results were immediate. Matt got to see his friends again, and the Forkas family got to see their son and brother the way they knew him best, happy and smiling.

Our mission was not to see me push pedals on a bicycle.

Our mission was to help kids with cancer, and every one of our teammates felt that in their hearts.

So that teamwork is the story, and it applies to everything from businesses to sports teams to families. We all work in teams. We all rely on each other to accomplish our objectives.

IM: What advice would you offer people who are just beginning to chase their dream?

That single webcam spurred Hopecam, a charity Len founded in 2003 to help other children with cancer connect with friends at school during treatment. Len raised funds from friends who would sponsor his competition in various endurance sport events including IRONMAN triahlons and ultramarathons. Then, in 2012, he took on the big one. He completed the Race Across America (RAAM), a 3,000-mile, coast-to-coast solo bicycle race that participants must finish in 12 days.

Len finished in 11. (For comparison, Le Tour de France is 2,000 miles over 23 days.)

LF: No matter what your goal is, you have to commit to it. And then you have to find a way to stick with it when it gets hard. One of the ways I do that is through something called “Pre-Commitment.”

I tell everybody what I’m going to do, so the next time I see them, I can’t back out when they ask, “Hey how did you do?”

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stewardship Say, on day 7, if someone asked me, “It’s getting more difficult. Are you considering quitting?” I’d be able to tell them, “I’ve made too many promises to too many people.” What would I say to those kids with cancer on days 8, 9, & 10? “My race was really hard?”

LESSONS FROM LEN’S RACE FOR HOPE Lesson 1: Your team will make or break you.

Lesson 2: Trust your team.

IM: But even with pre-commitment, there are going to be naysayers. How do you overcome those who still don’t think you’ll follow through?

Lesson 3: Gratitude elevates performance.

Lesson 4: Know your limits. Respect the edge.

LF: The key thing for me was to be humble enough to ask people for help. Some may think that’s a weakness but that’s how I built my tower company. When I started my company, there weren’t a lot of cell phones yet. Actually, a lot of things I needed didn’t even exist yet. I had to call people and ask for guidance and ask for help to get it off the ground because I didn’t know what I was doing.

Lesson 5: Honor roles by delegating fearlessly.

Lesson 6: Mistakes will happen. Forgive and move on.

Lesson 7: Power is in the mind and the body.

Lesson 8: See in others what they can’t see in themselves.

You have to behave like a 4-year-old, asking dumb questions, asking for help, and not be afraid to be judged.

There’s always going to be a reason to stop. Fear and pain are the big drivers that prevent us from doing the things that we could be doing. Overcoming those two elements are the breakthroughs that lead to growth.

Lesson 9: Nothing beats a mission-driven purpose.

Lesson 10: High-performing teams create outcomes that exceed objectives.

IM: A child with cancer is a very personal thing to discuss. Why did you start speaking publicly about Matt’s battle?

LF: A terrible thing happened to my family. Our son got sick. But with every negative, we have the opportunity to either say, “Poor me. Why does this always happen?” or we can say, “I can’t change the past. But I can damn sure shape the future.” That’s what I set out to do with Hopecam, and maybe my story will inspire someone else to do the same in their own way.

IM: Would you race again?

LF: The easy answer is, yes. I got satisfaction from it, from knowing that I accomplished something and can use that to help other people do the same. But more than that – my son is 22 years old. He’s about to graduate college. He’s alive. I’ve got a debt to repay.

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At Ashburn Ice House, a Loudoun County hub for hockey players and figure skaters, the goals are much broader than the ones at each end of the rink.

It all starts with confidence. “Once a child learns how to skate, they start to realize they’ve developed a skill that not a lot of other people have,” says Rob Lorenzen, General Manager. “They quickly become very confident in their abilities and you can really see them grow from there.”

Rob and his team’s dedication to hockey, and the ice-skating business in general, may be a positive influence as well. They each have a long history with the game and their passion for the sport is both refreshing and contagious.

“There’s a place for everybody to play; you’ve just got to find the right place for each individual’s skill level and abilities,” he says. “You want to find them an environment that is competitive, where they can really contribute to the team and to the game. That builds confidence.”

But far greater than any one match, player or team is the sense of community that happens through the sport.

Donna Quinn, whose two boys played for Ashburn Xtreme and Stone Bridge High School says, “For many of us, the Ashburn Ice House wasn’t just a hockey rink.

It was a community where we shared our love for the kids and the game. When we got to the rink we put aside what happened that day and focused on the kids, being together and enjoying something we all loved.”

To try ice-skating, the Ashburn Ice House provides lessons as well as “free skate” times. As skills are developed, skaters can adjust their lessons to match their level. The facility hosts figure skating and ice hockey leagues, and takes a holistic approach to training on and off the ice, with a fitness center, dance studio and yoga studio.

While dozens of their athletes have gone on to compete at collegiate and professional levels, Ashburn Ice House’s philosophy is to do your best and have fun. Rob says the children are “learning values they can take with them in life, like team play and sportsmanship.”

It turns out, the parents have some valuable takeaways, as well. As Donna says, “We had a lot of fun, weathered some storms and supported each other in ways that went way beyond the walls of the Ice House. We pretty much raised our kids together and we are still close today, even though most of the kids are now adults living on their own.” ((continued continued ) VOL 6 FALL 2015 | 57

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• Mommy or Daddy and Me (3-5½) • Snowplow Sam Beginner (4-5½) • Basic 1-8 Beginner (6-13) • Freeskate Intermediate (6-13) • Adult Beginner (14 and older) • Hockey Beginner Junior (4-6) • Hockey Beginner (7-13)

Come and have some fun on the ice or practice between lessons

Training program geared toward skaters, focusing on core strength and flexibility

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Mini Mites (4-6), Mites, Squirts, PeeWee, Bantam YHL, House Selects League, Power Play Selects League, Adult Leagues

Home for everything you need for skating or hockey

FIGURE SKATING TRAINING PROGRAM Work with coaches on various skills and moves individually and in group settings

POMODORO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT A full-service Italian restaurant inside the facility

BIRTHDAY PARTIES INSIDE EDGE TRAINING • Athlete Performance Training (11+) • Adult Functional Training (18+) • Youth Training (10 & Under) • Personal Training (Youth, Teen, Adult) • Team Training

Often how children are introduced to ice-skating, the Ice House has party rooms for groups to reserve

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Drees Homes

At Willowsford NOW SELLING! Since 1928, Drees’ commitment to style, craftsmanship and quality has been reflected in every detail. Drees offers customizable floor plans and hundreds of design choices, making it easy to create a home that’s as distinctive and stunning from the curb as it is from the foyer. Designs are tailored to fit the lifestyles of today’s families, and with DreeSmart Conservation Innovations, Drees homes are as energy efficient, as they are unique. Family-owned and operated Drees ranks among the largest builders in the nation. At Willowsford, homebuyers will experience the same attention to detail, quality, and service for which Drees has been known for more than 85 years.

Homes From 3,490 Sq. Ft. Single-Family Homes from the mid $700’s | Willowsford.com/Drees 41025 Willowsford Lane, Aldie, VA 20105 | (240) 405-3077

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It’s About Helping You Find the Right Home!

Whether Buying, Selling, or Building We Are Your Loudoun County Real Estate Experts!

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Mitchell & Best Homes At Willowsford For generations, the Mitchell & Best mantra has been, “Without Quality, There Is No True Value.”

Willowsford homeowners will experience that quality first hand in the environments, architecture, features and craftsmanship of Mitchell & Best’s exclusive new homes.

Mitchell & Best’s mission has not wavered since its beginnings in 1975, and now its awardIntroducing Our Newest Home – The Berkley

winning reputation for matching tradition with innovation, and quality with value, comes to The Grove village at Willowsford.

Single-Family Homes from the mid $700’s | Willowsford.com/MitchellBest 41025 Willowsford Lane, Aldie, VA 20105 | (571) 271-9086

inspired living

by Beth Raymond, Lifestyle Director

If it seems like there’s always something new to do at Willowsford – a new adventure to embark upon or a new tradition to enjoy for years to come – well, that’s because there is! This past year has been filled with incredible moments that have already transformed into lasting memories. Here are just some of the new traditions you can look forward to when you join us at Willowsford!

Family Campout in The Greens

• Visit Willowsford Farm each week for fresh veggies, fruits and locally sourced goods; in November and December, delight in holiday pies and sides • Take a cooking class from an expert chef in either of our two world-class demonstration kitchens • Spend a night under the stars at a family campout • Test your endurance for skill and fun at a Rev3 Adventure race • Explore your artistic side in one of our after-school art programs • Mingle with friends and neighbors at a monthly event like a BYOB potluck dinner

Yappy Hour

• Exercise your body, mind and spirit at our state-of-the-art fitness center • Enjoy the crisp fresh air walking or biking on miles of nature trails • Whether you’re a wine or beer lover, a history buff or both, you can make new friends who share your passions by joining one of the many community clubs Visit Willowsford.com/calendar to keep up with everything happening at Willowsford!

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Rev3 Family Adventure Race

Farm & Food Tour

Celebrating Line K – Ara Hovnanian & Piet Boon

Rev3 Fall Foliage Trail Series

Easter at Willowsford

Culinary Adventures

Concert Series

At the Market

Spring into Willowsford

Volunteering at The Farm

Arrangement by Mayflowers for Patrick O’Connell at Willowsford

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Boating on Willow Lake

Community Garden Social

Women Chefs and Restauranteurs Farm Tour & Dinner

Pulte Homes

at Willowsford At Pulte, all of our homes are Life Tested® because we take ideas from home buyers and our own homeowners to get feedback to improve home designs. Because, to us, quality means not only paying attention to detail but also anticipating what our homeowners want and how they live their lives. Our homes in the Manor and Premier Collections at Willowsford range in size from 3,014 square feet to over 5,000 square feet and proudly include Life Tested® features like the Pulte Planning Center,TM Everyday Entry,TM oversized pantry, owner’s retreat and super laundry.

Pulte Homes, a subsidiary of PulteGroup, Inc., has been providing the dream of homeownership to families for over 60 years. Each new home at Willowsford will be built with an unwavering commitment to quality and a disciplined approach to construction.

Single-Family Homes from the Low $600’s | Willowsford.com/Pulte 41025 Willowsford Lane, Aldie, VA 20105 | (571) 367-4303

Continually Supporting Our Community Dr. Neal Kravitz is proud to be recognized as South Riding & Ashburn’s premier orthodontist.

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“This is the power of gathering.

It inspires us, delightfully, to be more hopeful, more joyful, more thoughtful. In a word, more alive.�

-Alice Waters Roasting marshmallows during the Fall Campout in The Greens

RICHMOND AMERICAN HOMES at Willowsford

Richmond American Homes has been building and financing the American Dream for families across the U.S. for nearly 40 years. The company’s reputation was founded on superior craftsmanship and floor plans designed for the way people truly live. Since 1977, the company has taken great pride in the more than 175,000 homes it has built. At Willowsford, Richmond American will continue its tradition of creating homes where great memories are made.

Single-Family Homes from the Low $700’s | Willowsford.com/RAHomes 41025 Willowsford Lane, Aldie, Virginia 20105 | (703) 348-0025

Arcadia Communities At Willowsford Arcadia Communities is a family-owned company with over 50 years experience in the new home building industry in the Mid-Atlantic and the San Francisco Bay area.

Arcadia Communities delivers more of the features and finishes you want, included as standard in all of our homes. We’ve eliminated stress and confusion from the new home buying process and simply included everything you want in your new home.

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At Willowsford we are introducing brand new home designs exclusive to the community with an unexpected openness that seamlessly integrates the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape with the interior elegance of floor plans that celebrate the way you want to live today. A real breath of fresh air compared to the same-old cookie-cutters.

With Arcadia Communities at Willowsford get ready for unparalleled service from start to finish.

Single-Family Homes from the upper $700’s | Willowsford.com/Arcadia 23510 Founders Drive, Ashburn, VA 20148 | (703) 327-7400

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Northern Virginia’s Premier Landscape Design & Build Company Allow us to create stunning scenery and living spaces that will make your yard your favorite part of the house. No other company in the area offers the same combination of experience, quality and service.

Our complete landscaping design and installation offerings include: • Flagstone/Paver Patios • Walkways & Sidewalks • Retaining & Seat Walls

• Fireplaces & Fire Pits • Outdoor Kitchens • Custom Decks

Call or Visit for Your Consulation Today (703) 969-4481 | MyOutdoorSolution.com

• Water Features • Outdoor Lighting • Landscape Design & Plant Installation

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Beazer Homes

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At Willowsford Beazer Homes, one of the top ten homebuilders in the U.S., is pleased to offer five exclusive home designs in The Grove at Willowsford. Each of these homes is inspired by craftsman-style architecture reflecting old-world style combined with the modern conveniences you love. Homeowners will love the welcoming front porches, gabled roofs and multitude of windows that each of our exteriors will offer. The interior of the homes feature between 3,099 to just over 3,620 square feet of finished living space, 4 to 7 bedrooms, 2 ½ to 4 ½ bathrooms and a main-level master suite or bedroom is available on select plans. Beazer builds homes that meet and exceed ENERGY STAR® requirements, offering increased savings and a lower ongoing cost of ownership.

Priced from the Mid $600’s 41025 Willowsford Lane | Aldie, VA 20105 703-327-2964

Willowsford.com/Beazer Prices, features, and availability are subject to change at any time without notice. Homes started after 2/14/11 will be ENERGY STAR® homes. To find out whether a particular home is qualified, contact your Beazer New Home Counselor. ©2015 Beazer Homes

DESIGNER DECKS &PATIOS Building Quality for Good

THE NEIGHBORS ARE TALKING. Custom decks and patios.

DESIGNER DECKS AND PATIOS is committed to giving back to the community by donating a portion of all proceeds to partner charities.

Call now for complimentary consultation and mention this ad to receive an additional donation in your name upon completion of your outdoor renovation.

Warrenton, VA | 703-713-2629 | designerdecksandpatios.com

WILLOWSFORD FARM & MARKET STAND Fresh. Local. Natural. Right in the Neighborhood.

The Farm Stand offers: Seasonal Vegetables | Fresh Fruit | Farm Fresh Eggs Pasture Raised Chicken and Local Meats Local Flowers | Local Honey | Dairy Items Baked Goods | Pantry Items | Gifts | CSA Potlucks | Tours and Volunteering | Kids’ Activities

“The CSA has made me a more creative cook.

The mix of vegetables we’re used to and ones we didn’t know encourages us to try new things.”

–Willowsford CSA Member

The Farm Stand is open May through November.

Wednesday & Thursday – 3:30-6:30pm Saturday – 9am-2pm 23595 Founders Drive Ashburn, VA 20148

WillowsfordFarm.com This material shall not constitute an offer or solicitation in any state where prior registration is required. © 2015 Willowsford, L.L.C. Willowsford, Willowsford Conservancy, Inspired Living and A Naturally Planned Community are all trademarks of Willowsford, L.L.C. September 2015.

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Prices and terms set forth herein are provided by homebuilders within Willowsford who are not affiliated with the owner and developer of the community. Such prices and terms, and the quality of the homebuilders’ homes, are not verified or warranted by owner Willowsford, L.L.C. or its affiliates. Dues, fees and assessments may be imposed for the use of some amenities. This material shall not constitute an offer or solicitation in any state where prior registration is required. Š 2015 Willowsford, L.L.C. Willowsford, Willowsford Conservancy, Inspired Living and A Naturally Planned Community are all trademarks of Willowsford, L.L.C. September 2015

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