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Remember all the little things in life—like sipping hot chocolate in front of a fireplace. Experiencing the joy (or defeat) of family game night. Curling up with a book to escape the hectic events of the day. Or creating a simple meal for those you love. Whatever delights you, now is the perfect time to stay home and get cozy with the ones you love (including the furry ones 🐶).

Happy, happy new year! ✨ Do you have any goals set for the new year?

New adventures are around the corner. Happy New Year from all of us at Van Metre!
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Happy Kwanzaa!

Habari Gani! Hoping Kwanzaa brings all who celebrate time to enjoy the joys of family, community and togetherness.
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Merry Christmas from our family to yours! ✨

All of us at Van Metre are wishing you and yours a magical and merry Christmas.
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Van Metre x Chef Spike - Holiday Recipes

We all appreciate how different holiday meals look and feel this year. Chef Spike Mendelsohn curated three delicious recipes for you to enjoy while dining in your Van Metre home—Croissant Cups, maple Glazed Ham Steak and No-Bake Individual Cheesecakes.

To download the recipes, visit the link below:
https://hubs.la/H0C-B-W0

View the article:
https://hubs.la/H0C-vtN0

All Van Metre Sales Offices and the Design Centre will be closed today, December 16th, in anticipation of the inclement weather. We will still be open for virtual appointments. We hope you have *snow* much fun today! ❄️☃️

If you're interested in scheduling a tour, click here: https://hubs.la/H0CJgD20

Wishing you Joy and Peace during Hanukkah and throughout the New Year.

Happy Hanukkah to all of our Jewish friends!
Wishing you peace, love, and light.
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ABC 7 News - WJLA

Van Metre and ABC 7 News - WJLA have partnered to sponsor Toys for Tots. We are accepting donations now through December 12th at select communities!

If you would like to donate a new, unwrapped toy today you can do so at one of the model homes listed here: https://hubs.la/H0C4nVt0

One of ABC7's partners, Van Metre Homes, is presenting a check for $25,000 to Quantico Toys for Tots ahead of ABC7's annual toy drive at The Iwo Jima Memorial. (SHH. It's a surprise!)

MORE: https://bit.ly/3lODlVg

Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours! 🍁

Our sales offices will be closed today and tomorrow. We will reopen on Saturday for private appointments. 🏡

Happy Thanksgiving from our Van Metre family to yours! We hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday!
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Wishing you happiness, prosperity, and joy to you and your family.

Wishing you happiness, prosperity, and joy to you and your family.
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Thank you to all who have served this beautiful country we call home 🇺🇸

Today, we honor those who have served our great country. Thank you!
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This chilly weather has us wondering, would you rather...spend your Friday night watching a favorite movie snuggled up by the fire or outside roasting marshmallows next to a roaring fire on your patio.

Community: Prosperity Plains
Model: The Grandin
Learn more about the community: https://hubs.ly/H0kFq1c0

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Van Metre ranked #2 on the Washington Post’s list of Top Work Places for 2020!
Placement is awarded based on employee feedback submitted anonymously through a survey from Washington Post every year.

A company is only as good as its people and this award is truly a testament to the dedication to teamwork, respect & dignity, ownership, diversity & inclusion, community, work/life balance and integrity that bring its employees to work everyday!

Van Metre is honored to be recognized as a Washington Post Top Workplace for the fourth year in a row!

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We are excited to announce Van Metre Homes' excellence in the home building industry was recognized today by the Home Builders Association of Virginia. Van Metre won 2020 Distinguished Builder of the Year, and Kathy Sain—our beloved VP of Sales—received the Sales Manager of the Year award. Please join us in celebrating!

One of our favorite models is officially for sale at The Crest of Alexandria. While we are sad to see this chapter come to an end for us, we are excited for the beginning of your next chapter. Define what 55 and better living should be in this beautifully designed home.

Click here to learn more about the home: https://hubs.la/H0wyWr60
Take a virtual tour: https://hubs.la/H0wz1Qy0

The Ideal-LIVING show has gone virtual and is happening next weekend! Grab a cup of coffee or your favorite beverage and learn more about our Active Adult 55+ communities from the comfort of your own home.

Click here to register: https://hubs.la/H0wyWqh0

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On this day, we observe Patriot Day and all that it represents—we honor the value of life, those we loved and lost, our country’s resilience, and the strength of the American spirit.

Active Adult* means something different to everyone. Spending time with your grandchildren, making new like-minded friends, experiencing innovative ideas or participating in the latest activities—whatever your definition—our 55+ communities offer you what you want AND need.

*Born before 1965? Then you are a 55+ Active Adult.

Interested in learning more about our Active Adult communities? We are hosting a virtual homebuying seminar this Saturday, September 12th at 11am. Comment below and we will add you to the list.

It may be a short week, but it's also the first week of school in Northern Virginia...which means making it to #WetBarWednesday is a reason to celebrate. We are THAT much closer to the weekend.

Haven't made selections for your new home yet? Now's the perfect time to add the wet bar, you won't regret it—especially during times like these. For those who regret not adding it, our Van Metre Design + Build team can create on for your home.

Do you love hosting your friends and neighbors? Have them over for #TacoTuesday and give something to taco 'bout by decking out your new Van Metre kitchen. Warning: they may never want to leave.

Van Metre x Chef Spike - Watermelon Feta Salad

You're going to want to add this Watermelon Salad recipe created by Chef Spike and a special guest to your Labor Day menu. Enjoy spending time in your Van Metre kitchen preparing the dish with your family and wowing everyone's tastebuds.

Click here to download the printable recipe: https://hubs.la/H0vLYY00

Looking for the perfect place for a Sunday Funday? Look no further than the Stonecroft model at The Preserve at Westfields—which happens to be for sale! Unwind in the fourth-level retreat. When the sun goes down, make your way outside and snuggle up by the fireplace to enjoy some stargazing.

Click here to view the floorplan and pricing: https://hubs.la/H0vGWWL0

Appliances are an integral part of day-to-day living, so it is important you care for them to ensure a long and healthy life. Give your appliances some TLC with these simple maintenance tips that don't require a handyman or costly bill.

Click here to download the tips: https://hubs.ly/H0vH2kM0

At Van Metre Homes, we are committed to ensuring the wellbeing of our employees. To give our employees time to spend with their family, all Van Metre offices and sales offices will be closed Friday, September 4th.

We will also be closed Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day.

Our sales offices will be open for regular business hours September 5-6, so make sure to schedule your private in-person tour by clicking here: https://hubs.la/H0vH2k00

This summer, Van Metre Homes was showcased in the 5th Annual Summer 2020 Best of the Best Ideal Living issue as having one of the Best Custom Designs in our Active Adult communities.

Did you hear the annual Ideal Living trade show is going virtual this year? Stay tuned for more information regarding visiting our booth to learn more about our Active Adult offerings!

Meet The Bernstein, a sleek and practical take on modern living that maximizes every nook and cranny—from floor to ceiling. It goes without saying, you'll love every square inch.

Take a virtual tour of The Bernstein in Birchwood at Brambleton: https://hubs.ly/H0vjr_f0

Van Metre x Chef Spike — How To: Chop Garlic

How do you prefer your garlic—sliced, diced, mashed or juggled? Chef Spike will show you how to do it all in this quick hack video.

Click here to learn more about our collab: https://hubs.ly/H0p23600

Your floors are a stunning feature in your new home, but once you move in they get walked ALL OVER. Daily traffic, spills, scuffs and mishaps—they bear the brunt of everyday living. The best way to maintain your flooring starts with preventative measures which not only help protect but ultimately cut down on the time you spend cleaning.

Click here for tips on how to care for your floors: https://hubs.ly/H0vfYQ70

Summer gazpacho with Chef Spike Mendelsohn

It's hard to believe summer is already winding down, but there's still plenty of time to enjoy the tastes of the season. Watch as Chef Spike Mendelsohn shows you—and all of metro DC—how to combine garden fresh veggies to create a delicious Vietnamese gazpacho that is the perfect dish for your thoughtfully designed Van Metre kitchen.

Click here to learn more about our partnership: https://hubs.ly/H0p23600

wjla.com It's hard to believe the summer is already winding down, but there's still plenty of fresh produce to enjoy the tastes of the season. One of DC's favorite chefs, Spike Mendelsohn of PLNT Burger and Van Metre Homes, showed us how to take those flavors from your garden to your kitchen table.

Did you know one of the perks of being a Van Metre homeowner is receiving weekly home improvement tips directly to your inbox? If you're not a homeowner (yet 😉) but are interested in receiving these tips, Comment below and we'll add you to the list!

1920s Art Deco is one style in history we don't mind repeating and we brought it back in our Stonecroft Model at The Preserve at Westfields—which happens to be for sale! Make this home yours today!

Click here to take a virtual tour of the model: https://hubs.ly/H0tS7Kv0

Our Design Centre offers a variety of floor tiles to suit the wants and needs of all of our customers. Post a picture of your favorite floor tile in your Van Metre home in the comments below.

From on-trend exteriors to thoughtful interior details, our homes at Prosperity Plains are designed with the modern farmhome in mind.

Take a tour of The Grandin: https://hubs.ly/H0qBJZc0

Retiring doesn't mean moving to Florida—especially when your grandchildren live in Northern Virginia. At The Crest of Alexandria—a 55+ Active Adult community in Alexandria, our interior designers had that in mind when decorating The Ward model home. They did a great job bringing the coastal vibes to the city.

Take a virtual tour: https://hubs.ly/H0qkRBp0

Do your weekend plans look like sleeping in & relaxing or cleaning your home? If it's the former, enjoy! If it's the latter, visit the link below for tips on how to clean your carpet.

Click here for tips: https://hubs.ly/H0tGlXJ0