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NEWLYWEDS TAKE ADVANTAGE OF BUYERS’ MARKET
After searching for six months, Khoa Ngo and his new wife, Jackie, realized that beach-close yet older, dilapidated duplexes and condensed urban areas weren’t for them…but Colony Park proved to be an ideal fit. When the newlyweds first visited the centrally located Anaheim community, they knew it was time to take advantage of the current buyers’ market, and start living their new life together.   Read Full Story

SIBLINGS CHOOSE COLONY PARK AS THEIR FAMILIES' NEW-HOME COMMUNITY
ANAHEIM, CA —Ruth Aquino and her brother Reynaldo Reyes aren’t just siblings who are close, they are siblings who live close to each other. This past summer, Ruth and her husband Juanito purchased a home at Colony Park, and it wasn’t long before Reynaldo and his wife Lyndy followed suit. Now, the siblings—and their respective families—are neighbors who enjoy all the benefits of Anaheim’s popular new-home community.   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES RANKS #1 IN JD POWERS' CUSTOMER SATISFACTION SURVEY
Orange County, CA —Brookfield Homes ranks the highest in Customer Satisfaction in the Orange County and San Diego markets, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2009 U.S. New-Home Builder Customer Satisfaction Study.   Read Full Story

THE SOCAL FINALISTS ANNOUNCED!
ORANGE COUNTY, CA - This year, the Sales and Marketing Council combined all of the award contests into one, The SoCal Awards. Appropriately themed Come Together, after the Beatles song, The SoCal Awards encompasses MAME, Laurels and Elan Awards competitions. It is the building industries celebration of marketing excellence.   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES SOUTHLAND INC. EXCELS IN ANAHEIM
ANAEIM, CA - On Monday, September 14, Brookfield Homes Southland Inc. and its President Adrian Foley, will be one of two honorees along with SA Recycling and its President George Adams, at the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce Business Networking Golf Tournament at Anaheim Hills Golf Course.   Read Full Story

ORANGE COUNTY FAMILY FINDS OUTSTANDING VALUE AT COLONY PARK
ANAHEIM, CA —Colony Park’s historic architecture and attention to artistic detail immediately grabbed the attention of homeshoppers Michael Gilmore and Lan Luong Gilmore. But what compelled the couple to buy at Anaheim’s most popular new-home collection was the community’s Legacy Residence 4, which provides energy-efficient features and tremendous value per square foot.   Read Full Story

THE PERFECT PLACE AT THE PERFECT TIME TO BUY
ANAHEIM, CA - Looking for a rewarding quality of life in a happening location, complete with hip boutiques, art galleries, restaurants, and the new MUZEO museum? Check out Anaheim where you’ll never need to travel far to find an adventure. And with $18,000 in government tax relief*, now is the time to make Anaheim your new home.   Read Full Story

EDENGLEN ROCKS AT PINHEIRO PARK
Ontario, CA— It’s a toe-tapping, hand-clapping introduction to spring at the master-planned community of Edenglen in Ontario—where everyone is invited to move to the groove or simply soak up the beautiful sights and sounds of a festive afternoon of music in the park.   Read Full Story

SMART, SOPHISTICATED WOMEN CHOOSE A NEW HOME OF THEIR OWN AT COLONY PARK IN ANAHEIM
ANAHEIM, CA — From cars and careers to a chic place to call home, today’s savvy women insist on nothing short of the very best. That’s why astute home shoppers are choosing Brookfield Homes’ beautiful Colony Park community in Anaheim for their next address. In fact, Carrie Cheng, Kim Reed and Joanna Kahn are three smart, sophisticated single women who recently purchased a home at Colony Park not just for Brookfield’s renowned style and quality, but also for the builder’s incredibly superior value.   Read Full Story

Edenglen in Ontario Celebrates Founding Families And Lights Up the Park with Ratatouille
Ontario, CA— Convenient location, incredible amenities and beautiful homes are just a few of the features attracting homeshoppers to the thriving, master-planned community of Edenglen in Ontario. But, it’s the little details, like the well-attended neighborhood festivities, that have many families happily settling into the good life at Edenglen.   Read Full Story

Brookfield Homes' Commitment to Downtown Anaheim Illuminated by Boys and Girls Club and YMCA
ANAHEIM, CA — Orange County builder Brookfield Homes is once again helping revitalize Downtown Anaheim by partnering with the city’s Redevelopment Agency to build 59,000 square feet of community-focused space on the southwest corner of Center Street and Olive Street. To improve the Downtown’s recreational offerings for families and children of all ages, Brookfield has been selected to construct new facilities for a brand-new Boys and Girls Club and YMCA, which will be adjacent to City Hall and the existing senior center.   Read Full Story

Cut Your Communte, Costs and Taxes at Colony Park
ANAHEIM, CA — With rising gas prices now placing a renewed focus on living closer to urban centers, Brookfield Homes’ Colony Park community continues to attract homebuyers across the Southland who want to reduce the time, length and cost of their daily commute.   Read Full Story

Harmony at Colony Park Picks up Top Awards for Superb New Urbanism Design
ANAHEIM, CA — On Thursday, June 26, at the 45th-Annual Gold Nugget Awards, Brookfield Homes’ Harmony at Colony Park received two of the building industry’s highest honors when it was recognized as Best Attached Housing and Attached Suburban Residential Project of the Year. A highlight of the Pacific Coast Builders Conference, the Gold Nugget Awards celebrates stellar achievements in architectural design and land use planning.   Read Full Story

Summer Fun Heats Up at Edenglen: Don't Miss the Live Concert in the Park
Ontario, CA—Everyone is invited to the exciting, masterplanned community of Edenglen in Ontario where lucky residents will tell you—location, amenities and beautiful homes are not the only incredible features that this growing community has to offer. Edenglen enjoys a unique, hometown atmosphere where residents can gather to chat and just plain chill out with friends and neighbors.   Read Full Story

Brookfield Homes' Edenglen in Ontario Wins Big at the MAME 2007 Awards
Ontario, CA – It’s been a great year for the masterplanned community of Edenglen in Ontario. Not only are its residents enjoying great amenities and beautiful homes, but Brookfield Homes’ efforts to deliver a community of five new neighborhoods packed with personality, gorgeous architecture and thoughtful details – all at a remarkable price – were recognized at the recent MAME 2007 Awards.   Read Full Story

Small Payment, Smart Lifestyle.
Chino, CA -- Spring is the perfect time for new beginnings. And oh baby…whether it’s time for your first place, time to expand or time to simplify Mulberry at The Preserve at Chino is the place. With amazing financing by Brookfield Homes you could own a new, detached three-bedroom, two and one-half bath home for as low as $1,995 per month! And with only a limited number of homes remaining, these great savings won’t last long.   Read Full Story

April "Showers" Homeshoppers With Great Deals at Brookfield Homes' Edenglen in Ontario
Ontario, CA – Excitement is building around the master-planned community of Edenglen. And it’s easy to see why. With its central San Bernardino location, beautiful homes, and affordable price tags, homeshoppers are immediately recognizing Edenglen in Ontario as one very smart investment.   Read Full Story

Put A Spring in Your Step at Colony Park in Historic Anaheim
ANAHEIM, CA — There’s no better place to bask in Southern California’s springtime beauty than Colony Park in the Anaheim Colony Historic District. Set in the heart of Anaheim and within walking distance of the city’s celebrated downtown hot spots, Colony Park is a vibrant new-home collection offering homebuyers the chance to revitalize their lifestyle, renew their peace of mind, and refresh their perspectives on owning a brand-new home this spring.   Read Full Story

LIVE THE NEW ANAHEIM AT COLONY PARK BY BROOKFIELD HOMES
ANAHEIM, CA — The best city revitalizations typically increase surrounding property values, improve the quality of neighborhoods and public facilities, attract new people and businesses and pay tribute to the city’s architectural history. The dynamically changing face of Anaheim’s historic core means all of the above for homeowners at Colony Park, a popular Brookfield Homes’ community of brand-new townhomes and flats in the Anaheim Colony Historic District.   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD SHINES WITH 26 MAME FINALISTS FOR EDENGLEN IN ONTARIO AND COLONY PARK IN HISTORIC ANAHEIM
ANAHEIM, CA —It takes a village of architects, land planners, interior designers, landscape architects and advertising experts to create two of Southern California’s most successful communities. Just ask Brookfield Homes Southland. The award-winning builder recently set a record with 26 finalist nominations at the 2007 MAME (Major Achievement in Marketing Excellence) Awards for Edenglen—Ontario’s first masterplanned community in the New Model Colony—and Colony Park—Southern California’s first GreenPoint Rated community in the Anaheim Colony Historic District.   Read Full Story

GREENPOINT RATED HOMES - CREATE MORE VALUE FOR HOMEOWNERS
ANAHEIM, CA — Owning a green home isn’t simply a matter of saving energy and water, reducing waste or the health benefits—it also makes financial sense. Research has shown that green elements such as tankless water heaters, drought-resistant native plants or Energy Star appliances add to a home’s value in the long run. That’s good news for future homeowners at Brookfield Homes’ Colony Park, a popular community of townhomes and flats in the Anaheim Colony Historic District   Read Full Story

COLONY PARK IN ANAHEIM COLONY HISTORIC DISTRICT CELEBRATES CHINESE NEW YEAR TODAY
ANAHEIM, CA — There’s an old Chinese proverb, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step,” and in the case of Brookfield Homes’ Colony Park neighborhood in the Anaheim Colony Historic District, many homebuyers have dared to live their dream the minute they took their first step inside the community.   Read Full Story

PORTICO IN 'SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA HOME AND OUTDOOR'
Ontario, CA - Ontario's growing Edenglen community offers families of all sizes an essential mix of peaceful living and easy access to modern conveniences. Perfectly situated off Interstate 15, Brookfield Homes has made good on its plan to build spacious townhomes that skillfully accommodate the up-and- coming professional, as well as young families looking for their perfect first home. By Kerri S. Mabee   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES' COLONY PARK DEVELOPMENT IN ANAHEIM RECEIVED A GREEN POINT RATING
ANAHEIM, CA - Building environmentally friendly homes gets a boost as two O.C. projects win green certification and more cities enact green building standards.
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COLONY PARK BY BROOKFIELD HOMES SET TO BECOME SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA’S FIRST GREENPOINT RATED COMMUNITY
ANAHEIM, CA —What does it mean to be green? It’s a question that motivates today’s builders as they strive to create environmentally friendly communities. And it’s a question that Costa Mesa-based Brookfield Homes has answered at Colony Park, a new community of townhomes and flats in the heart of Anaheim Colony Historic District. Colony Park is Southern California’s first GreenPoint Rated community on the market.   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES WINS SIX ELAN AWARDS INCLUDING ATTACHED COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR
Costa Mesa, CA – For the second time this year, Brookfield Homes’ Vantage Luxury Townhomes in Diamond Bar has captured top honors in one of the building industry’s most prestigious award competitions. After already winning the coveted MAME Award for Attached Community of the Year, Vantage won top honors again for Attached Community of the Year as well as three additional awards at the 2007 Elan Awards. Brookfield’s Mulberry at The Preserve at Chino and Paloma at Portola Springs in Irvine also won awards, bringing Brookfield’s Elan award winnings to a total of six for the year.   Read Full Story

HARMONY AND LEGACY AT COLONY PARK CELEBRATE ANAHEIM PRIDE AT SUCCESSFUL MODEL GRAND OPENING
ANAHEIM, CA — Brookfield Homes recently paid tribute to Anaheim’s rich 150-year history with the Model Grand Opening of its fifth and sixth neighborhoods in this great city. On October 13, hundreds of local residents and homebuyers came out to celebrate Anaheim pride, experience the warmth and beauty of Colony Park, and tour the nine professionally decorated model homes at Legacy and Harmony, two Brookfield neighborhoods within Colony Park. Visitors enjoyed food, fun, and festivities for the entire family, and explored Compass Park, the community’s unique private park and open-air pavilion designed to replicate the historic downtown Anaheim train station. As the centerpiece of Colony Park, Compass Park provides the perfect setting for getting to know new neighbors with a private pool, park, fireplace, barbecues, and cabana-like sitting and dining area. Plus, all of this comes with the added advantages of low tax rate, no Mello Roos and low HOAs!   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES HONORED WITH 10 FINALIST NOMINATIONS AT 2007 ÉLAN AWARDS
COSTA MESA, CA — It takes a special kind of homebuilder to create stylish new home communities that shine in the eyes of homebuyers and building industry professionals, but that’s exactly what Brookfield Homes Southland continues to do year after year. The company’s award-winning communities span across Southern California from Irvine to Ontario, each revealing the signature style, warmth and details that consumers have come to expect from the Brookfield brand. That is why it should be no surprise that the 2007 Élan Awards judging committee has honored the famed homebuilder and lifestyle provider with 10 prestigious finalist nominations.   Read Full Story

HOMEBUYERS GET LUCKY AT BROOKFIELD’S MULBERRY AT THE PRESERVE AT CHINO
CHINO, CA — As Southern California’s premier builder and lifestyle provider, Brookfield Homes continues to look for ways to give every homebuyer an opportunity to experience the style, warmth and details that are synonymous with the Brookfield brand. Recently, the Costa Mesa-based company proved its dedication to making homeownership attainable by unveiling a successful “Lucky 7/07” promotion at Mulberry at The Preserve at Chino.   Read Full Story

BRAND NEW “THINK GLOBAL, LIVE LOCAL” PROGRAM TO HELP ADDRESS GROWTH/TRAFFIC AND MORE IN ONTARIO!
ONTARIO, CA ( 2007) -- “Think Global, Live Local” is the name of a brand new program recently introduced in the City of Ontario as part of an innovative public/private partnership geared to meet the needs of regional population increases and the related “quality of life” issues of housing, traffic and more.   Read Full Story

SANTA CLARITA VALLEY FAMILY YMCA ANNOUNCES $5 MILLION LAND DEAL IN FUTURE KEYSTONE MASTERPLAN
SANTA CLARITA, CA —Costa Mesa-based Brookfield Homes has agreed to transfer four acres of land to the Santa Clarita Valley Family YMCA for the purpose of developing a new 35,000-square-foot YMCA facility in Santa Clarita. Valued at approximately $5 million, the land is located at the junction of Newhall Ranch Road and Golden Valley Road within the Keystone masterplanned community in Canyon Country. Brookfield Homes is the master developer behind the city-approved Keystone community, which will add 499 new residences to vacant land stretching between the Ruether industrial area and the ridges south of Plum Canyon Road.   Read Full Story

PAY LESS --- GET MORE --- AT EDENGLEN!
ONTARIO, CA – Right now, reduced tax rates combined with all sorts of new homebuyer programs are helping to increase homeshoppers’ buying power and provide them more value for their dollars at the brand new community of Edenglen in Ontario.   Read Full Story

THE BEST TIME TO BUY A NEW BROOKFIELD HOME IS IN 7/07!
CHINO, CA — Feeling lucky? There’s never been a better time to make the move to Mulberry at The Preserve at Chino than this 7/07. For the month of July only, homebuyers will be able to take advantage of incentives like 7 months of no mortgage payments on first trust deed,* 7-year buy-down on their mortgage,** and a chance to win the Lucky 7 at the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas.*** In addition to these incentives, there are four more reasons to make the move to Mulberry in 7/07:   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES SOUTHLAND CELEBRATES MORE THAN 10 YEARS OF SUCCESS WITH TWO KEY PROMOTIONS
COSTA MESA, CA. — For more than 10 years, Brookfield Homes Southland has built homes that celebrate a love for design and a passion for quality. This belief has helped transform the division into one of the most successful builders today, now employing over 150 talented professionals who are passionate about staying true to the Brookfield experience. Perhaps no greater example of Brookfield’s unwavering commitment to excellence can be found than in their own growing Brookfield family, which recently included the promotions of two key professionals. Rocky Tracy was promoted to Vice President of Sales and Mercedes Meserve was promoted to Marketing Director, announced Division President, Adrian Foley.   Read Full Story

MULBERRY AT THE PRESRVE AT CHINO HONORED WITH TWO NOMINATIONS AT 2007 LAUREL AWARDS
THE PRESERVE AT CHINO — Style, warmth, and details. For Brookfield Homes Southland, it’s that simple. And it’s one of the many reasons why the builder’s Mulberry at The Preserve at Chino recently garnered two nominations at the 19th annual Laurel Awards, which honors “Simply the Best” in the Inland Empire homebuilding community. Winner of the “Detached Community of the Year” at both the 2006 MAME Awards and 2006 Élan Awards, Mulberry was nominated for “Best Sales Office—Special Use” and “Best Brochure” at the Laurel Awards. The black-tie ceremony will be presented by the Inland Empire Sales and Marketing Council on May 12th, 2007 at Pechanga Resort & Casino.   Read Full Story

VANTAGE IN DIAMOND BAR WINS MAME AWARD FOR BEST COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR
DIAMOND BAR, CA – Confirming what scores of home buyers have already discovered, Brookfield Homes’ Vantage Luxury in Diamond Bar has won the coveted MAME Award for Best Community of the Year. Presented by the Sales and Marketing Council of Southern California, the MAME Awards honor marketing excellence in the homebuilding industry, and Best Community of the Year is MAME’s equivalent of the Best Picture Oscar.   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES SOUTHLAND SETS RECORD WITH HIGHEST HONORS AT THE 2006 MAME AWARDS
COSTA MESA, CA. — Brookfield Homes Southland’s signature combination of style, warmth, and details continues to lead the builder to success when it comes to winning awards, and this year has been no exception. Brookfield set a new record with 18 finalist nominations at the 2006 MAME (Major Achievement in Marketing Excellence) Awards and on March 31, 2007, the builder set another record by taking home eight prestigious gold awards, including the most coveted honors of the night for “Attached Community of the Year” and “Detached Community of the Year.” These extremely competitive awards, chosen out of more than 600 entries involving new home communities across Southern California, now bear the Brookfield name for a fourth year in a row.   Read Full Story

EDENGLEN TO DEBUT NEXT WEEKEND AT ONTARIO’S NEW MODEL COLONY
ONTARIO, CA — New home! New community! New lifestyle! It all begins next weekend with the much-anticipated grand opening of model homes at Edenglen, the first community to debut within Ontario’s New Model Colony. Edenglen offers the chance of a lifetime to make your new-home dreams come true in the prestigious community that will set the tone for all the communities to follow. Grand opening festivities will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. next Saturday, April 28. Families are invited for live music, refreshments and model home tours.
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PALOMA AT PORTOLA SPRINGS CAPTURES TOP HONORS FOR BEST ARCHITECTURE AT MAME AWARDS
IRVINE, CA – Elevating the success of Brookfield Homes’ Paloma at Portola Springs in Irvine to new heights, the community has won top honors for architectural design at the homebuilding industry’s coveted MAME Awards. In addition to the top award for Best Product Design of an Attached Project, Paloma was also recognized for delivering the best possible homebuying experience to Southern California home shoppers with the award for Best Sales Office in a Model.   Read Full Story

SPRINGTIME SALES START THIS MONTH AT THE GRAND OPENING OF EDENGLEN IN ONTARIO
ONTARIO, CA — The spring homebuying season is off to a fast start --- and destined to lead the pack are the five new neighborhoods at Edenglen, making its debut in just two weeks! The first community to open within Ontario’s New Model Colony, Edenglen will officially grand open on Saturday, April 28th and offer a diverse array of homes with classic architectural designs, all sorts of community amenities open upon move-in, and a true hometown spirit made even richer by family oriented events, celebrations and new traditions. Those who join the community interest list now at www.edenglen.com will be the first to learn all about this month’s highly anticipated grand opening!   Read Full Story

VISIT EDENGLEN AT THE NEW MODEL COLONY AND EXPERIENCE A WHOLE NEW WAY TO LIVE IN ONTARIO
ONTARIO, CA — Get ready! Set the date! A wonderful new lifestyle is coming to Ontario as the April grand opening nears for Edenglen, the very first prestigious community to debut within the city’s master-planned New Model Colony.   Read Full Story

INTEREST BUILDS FOR EDENGLEN: OFFERING NEW HOMES IN ONTARIO
ONTARIO, CA — Imagine owning a gorgeous new home that rivals some of the finest residences in Southern California. That unique opportunity is what homebuyers will discover at Edenglen in Ontario’s New Model Colony, where an award-winning homebuilder, Brookfield Homes, is creating a new standard of design excellence in the Inland Empire.   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES SOUTHLAND EARNS TOP HONORS AT THE 2007 NATIONAL AWARDS
February 26, 2007 - COSTA MESA, CA. — Brookfield Homes Southland’s signature combination of style, warmth, and details has once again made a profound impression on the panel of judges for the most celebrated awards ceremony in the country. Brookfield Southland recently earned top honors at the 2007 Nationals Awards, presented by the National Sales and Marketing Council (NSMC), a council of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). The awards gala was held on February 7, 2007 in Orlando, Florida.
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BROOKFIELD HOMES SOUTHLAND HONORED WITH A RECORD 18 NOMINATIONS AT 2006 MAME AWARDS
February 12, 2007 - COSTA MESA, CA. — Brookfield Homes Southland’s signature combination of style, warmth, and details has once again put the builder at the top of the MAME (Major Achievement in Marketing Excellence) Awards this year. Continuing a long tradition of creating award-winning communities where people truly want to live, Brookfield has set a new record with 18 finalist nominations for the 2006 MAME Awards, which will be presented on Saturday, March 31, 2007, at the Disneyland Hotel® Grand Ballroom in Anaheim.
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SELLOUT AT ANACAPA IN ANAHEIM PROMPTS BROOKFIELD TO CREATE NEW COMMUNITY IN HISTORIC COLONY DISTRICT
February 8, 2007 - ANAHEIM, CA — When it comes to creating successful communities that pay tribute to Anaheim’s rich 150-year history, Brookfield Homes Southland just might be an expert. Since partnering with the Anaheim Redevelopment Agency five years ago, the Costa Mesa-based builder has been responsible for creating some of the city’s most revered new-home communities, including Picadilly, Cantada Lane, Cantada Square, and Anacapa, which recently sold out due to popular demand. Fortunately for those people who want to own a Brookfield home in Anaheim, they will soon have another opportunity at Colony Park, a collection of 339 new residences coming soon to the Anaheim Colony Historic District.
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ANACAPA IN ANAHEIM OFFERS LAST CHANCE TO LIVE IN A BROOKFIELD HOME WITH LOW MONTHLY PAYMENTS!
December 19, 2006 - ANAHEIM, CA — Why would you wait to own a new home in the heart of Anaheim that is both desirable and affordable? At Anacapa, waiting could cost homebuyers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to have an exciting Orange County address and live in a gated townhome community created by award-winning homebuilder, Brookfield Homes Southland. That’s why right now is the best time to make Anacapa your new dream home. Anacapa is currently offering its last homes for sale and makes it possible to become a homeowner for monthly payments as low as $2,038 per month!*   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES PARTNERS WITH ANAHEIM REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO BRING NEW HOMES TO HISTORIC DISTRICT
December 14, 2006 - ANAHEIM, CA — Costa Mesa-based Brookfield Homes Southland continues to pay tribute to Anaheim’s rich 150-year history and remains committed to making a difference in the community by partnering with the City’s Redevelopment Agency to bring 339 new residences to the historic Colony district of Anaheim. Brookfield plans to offer two new-home collections at Colony Park, consisting of 163 unique row townhomes and 176 court townhomes that will display the same style, warmth, and details that are the hallmark of every Brookfield neighborhood. Located on the northeast corner of South and Olive Street, the new home neighborhoods of Legacy and Harmony at Colony Park in the historic Colony district of Anaheim are anticipated to go to sale in summer 2007.   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD COMBINES STYLE, WARMTH, AND DETAILS WITH LOW MONTHLY PAYMENTS AT MULBERRY
December 5, 2006 — THE PRESERVE AT CHINO — Brookfield Homes Southland proudly introduces its signature style, warmth, and details to The Inland Empire with its award-winning community, Mulberry at The Preserve at Chino. Winner of the Best Detached Community of the Year at the 2006 Élan Awards, Mulberry not only brings Brookfield’s distinctive vision of home and community spirit to The Preserve, but also makes it possible for renters to become homeowners for less than they might be paying in monthly rent. Currently offering payments as low as $2,053 per month,* this community boldly redefines the Brookfield tradition by combining style, warmth, and details with affordability—something families will cherish for years to come.   Read Full Story

CIENEGA OFFERS LAST CHANCE TO LIVE AT AWARD-WINNING COMMUNITY IN LONG BEACH!
November 30, 2006 - LONG BEACH, CALIF. — When it comes to owning the home of your dreams in Long Beach, there is only one question to consider: why wait? At Cienega, Brookfield Homes Southland’s top-selling collection of 78 gated townhomes in the heart of Long Beach, waiting could cost homebuyers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to live in an award-winning community where classic architecture, a warm community feel, richly detailed homes, and a desirable location near revitalized downtown Long Beach and charming Belmont Shore have made it a favorite among buyers and industry experts. That’s why right now is the best time to choose life at Cienega. The community is currently offering its last homes for sale and makes it possible to become a homeowner for monthly payments as low as $2,193 per month!*   Read Full Story

LARGE TURNOUT CONFIRM SUCCESS OF VANTAGE LUXURY TOWNHOMES GRAND OPENING
November 16, 2006 - DIAMOND BAR, CA – Nearly 1,000 enthusiastic home shoppers turned out for the grand opening celebration at Brookfield Homes’ Vantage Luxury Townhomes in Diamond Bar, and the community’s first two phases almost completely sold out, making the event a resounding success.   Read Full Story

INTEREST BUILDS FOR EDENGLEN.COM - OFFERING NEW HOMES IN ONTARIO
November 14, 2006 - ONTARIO, CA – As anticipation builds for the debut of Brookfield Homes’ Edenglen in Ontario, the traditionally designed, amenity-rich community has launched its website, and prospective home buyers may join the interest list by visiting www.edenglen.com.   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD CONTINUES TRADITION OF CREATING AWARD-WINNING COMMUNITIES WITH CIENEGA IN LONG BEACH
November 14, 2006 - LONG BEACH, CA — When Brookfield Homes Southland set out to build a collection of 78 gated townhomes in the heart of Long Beach, the company wanted to develop a beautiful, yet intimate neighborhood that exceeded homebuyers’ expectations while simultaneously revealing the company’s signature style, warmth, and details. Today, Brookfield’s unique vision for Cienega has not only been realized, but also far surpassed.   Read Full Story

MULBERRY AT THE PRESERVE AT CHINO WINS COMMNITY OF THE YEAR AT 24Th ANNUAL ELAN AWARDS
October 13, 2006 - THE PRESERVE AT CHINO — Proving once again that their signature combination of style, warmth, and details is as captivating to industry insiders as it is to discerning homebuyers, Brookfield Homes Southland Group was honored with four Gold Awards, including one for Best Detached Community of the Year for Mulberry, at the 2006 Élan Awards, held October 7 at the Beverly Hills Hotel. The Élan Awards were presented by the Los Angeles/Ventura County Sales and Marketing Council of the Building Industry Association of Southern California.   Read Full Story

VANTAGE LUXURY TOWNHOMES IN DIAMOND BAR TO CELEBRATE
October 10, 2006 - Diamond Bar, CA – Luxury and privacy intertwine elegantly at Brookfield Homes’ Vantage Luxury Townhomes in Diamond Bar, and those qualities will share the spotlight Saturday, November 4th at the Grand Opening of the gated neighborhood’s distinctively decorated model homes.   Read Full Story

HOMEOWNERS EXPERIENCING THE JOYS OF LIVING AT CIENEGA IN LONG BEACH
September 20, 2006 - Long Beach, CA - For Brookfield Homes Southland, selling homes is only part of the equation. The other—and more important—part is building communities that are filled with happy homeowners. At Cienega in Long Beach, Brookfield has accomplished both. Excitement for Cienega continues to be at an all-time high as many new homeowners move into their brand-new beautiful townhomes. These homeowners have found that Brookfield’s style, warmth, and details are in abundance throughout Cienega, reflected in classic Spanish architecture, wrought iron accents and custom Spanish deco tiles.   Read Full Story

MULBERRY AT THE PRESERVE IN CHINO MAKING FANS OF HOMEBUYERS
October 05, 2006 - The Preserve at Chino, CA - With its excellent location, incredible amenities, and spacious, well-designed homes, it is no wonder that Mulberry at The Preserve in Chino, built by Brookfield Homes Southland, has become an industry favorite. The community was recently honored with an incredible 10 Finalist Awards for the 2006 Élan Awards, including one for Detached Community of the Year — one of the program’s most prestigious honors.   Read Full Story

ANACAPA IN ANAHEIM RELEASES FINAL HOMES FOR SALE
September 11, 2006 - ANAHEIM,CA - It is truly remarkable when a desirable and affordable community comes along. That’s certainly what homebuyers at Anacapa in Anaheim have thought, and, as such, sales at this exciting, gated townhome community by Brookfield Homes Southland have been brisk since its first introduction. Now, with prices from the mid $500,000s, Anacapa is nearly sold out; the final homes as well as the four professionally decorated models have been released, and this is the last opportunity for homebuyers to capture a piece of Orange County perfection for themselves.   Read Full Story

MULBERRY SPARKLES AT THE PRESERVE AT CHINO
July 10, 2006 - THE PRESERVE AT CHINO — The successful Model Grand Opening of Mulberry Cottage and Mulberry Casita at The Preserve at Chino has proven once again that Brookfield Homes Southland knows how to create communities that uniquely speak to homebuyers while exceeding their expectations. Interested buyers from across Southern California recently came out to tour the seven beautifully designed and decorated models, as well as celebrate the Grand Opening of Mulberry Park. Their tremendous excitement and enthusiasm for Mulberry was contagious as the neighborhood sparkled from beginning to end.   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES TO CELEBRATE GRAND OPENING OF VANTAGE, DIAMOND BAR'S MOST EXCLUSIVE NEW ADDRESS
June 07, 2006 - DIAMOND BAR, CA – Home buyers will get their first look at Diamond Bar’s most exclusive new address on Saturday, July 1, when Brookfield Homes celebrates the grand opening of Vantage, a private gated community of charming single-family homes and luxurious attached townhomes.   Read Full Story

CIENEGA IN LONG BEACH, NEWEST SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA HOT SPOT TO SHINE
June 06, 2006 - LONG BEACH, CA — When it comes to purchasing a home, most savvy buyers want to be in the newest hot spot. From revived Hollywood and downtown Los Angeles to newly beautified Long Beach, Southern California’s most desirable hot spots continue to lure the bold and the brightest Californians with an urban lifestyle centered around restaurants, shops, and ultra stylish homes where they can grab a cappuccino, score some new threads, and hang their hat all in the same neighborhood. That’s why when Brookfield Southland Group created Cienega, a classically designed townhome community in the heart of Long Beach, everyone from discerning homebuyers to industry experts designated it the “hottest place to be” in Southern California.   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES BREAK GROUND FOR EDENGLEN, $1.8 MILLION CHECK TO CITY
May 30, 2006 - ONTARIO, CA – Joined by Ontario Mayor Paul Leon, City Manager Greg Devereaux and a host of local dignitaries, Brookfield Homes has broken ground for Edenglen, the first new-home community within Ontario’s 8,069-acre master-planned New Model Colony.   Read Full Story

MULBERRY SPARKLES AT THE PRESERVE AT CHINO
May 30, 2006 - THE PRESERVE AT CHINO — The successful Model Grand Opening of Mulberry Cottage and Mulberry Casita at The Preserve at Chino in May has proven once again that Brookfield Homes Southland knows how to create communities that uniquely speak to homebuyers while exceeding their expectations. Interested buyers from across Southern California recently came out to tour the seven beautifully designed and decorated models, as well as celebrate the Grand Opening of Mulberry Park. Their tremendous excitement and enthusiasm for Mulberry was contagious as the neighborhood sparkled from beginning to end.   Read Full Story

NEW SPANISH COURTYARD GIVES HOMEBUYERS ANOTHER REASON TO LOVE CIENEGA
May 22, 2006 - LONG BEACH, CA — Cienega, by Brookfield Homes Southland, has already earned a reputation as Long Beach’s most desirable new community, and has become a favorite of both discerning homebuyers and industry experts. Cienega was recently named Best Attached Community of the Year at the 2005 MAME (Major Achievement in Marketing Excellence) Awards, sponsored by the Sales & Marketing Council of the Building Industry Association of Southern California (SMC/SC).   Read Full Story

MULBERRY MODEL HOMES GRAND OPEN ON MAY 13
May 2, 2006 - THE PRESERVE AT CHINO — The moment excited homebuyers have waited for is here! On Saturday, May 13, Brookfield Homes Southland will celebrate the Grand Opening of seven, spectacular model homes at Mulberry Cottage and Mulberry Casita. This will be the first opportunity for the homebuying public to get a firsthand view of all that can be theirs as a homeowner in one of these special neighborhoods.   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES INTRODUCES PALOMA AT PORTOLA SPRINGSTM INTEREST LIST NOW FORMING
April 13, 2006 - IRVINE, CA — On the heels of its successful Woodbury community in Irvine, which was honored as the 2005 Attached Community of the Year last month at The Nationals in Orlando, Florida. Brookfield Homes has begun compiling an interest list for Paloma at Portola Springs™, a brand new community on The Irvine Ranch® that will feature architectural designs and details that rival the award-winning Treo.   Read Full Story

MULBERRY COTTAGE AND MULBERRY CASITA SALES GALLERY OPENS ON APRIL 22 & 23
April 10, 2006 - THE PRESERVE AT CHINO — When you imagine the perfect environment for you and your family, what do you envision? A warm, community spirit where neighbors become friends? A home that was designed with your needs in mind? And, above all, a price that makes it attainable and allows you to enjoy all the benefits of your new home and your community?   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES SOUTHLAND HONORED WITH AN INCREDIBLE EIGHT AWARDS AT 2005 MAME AWARDS
April 3, 2006 - IRVINE, CA — Continuing a streak that has seen the builder achieve incomparable recognition from the competitive homebuilding industry, Brookfield Homes Southland was honored with an incredible eight awards on Saturday, April 1, including the prestigious award for Best Attached Community of the Year for Cienega in Long Beach, at the 2005 MAME (Major Achievement in Marketing Excellence) Awards. Now celebrating its 31st year, the MAME Awards are sponsored by the Sales & Marketing Council of the Building Industry Association of Southern California (SMC/SC).   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES BRINGS TWO NEW HOME COMMUNITIES TO ANAHEIM
March 30, 2006 - IRVINE, CA — Long a favorite of Southern California homebuyers in the know, Anaheim is experiencing a renaissance that has made its tremendous value obvious to an even broader audience. Leading the way are two exciting communities from Brookfield Homes, Anacapa and Picadilly. Both communities invite homebuyers to capture the ultimate combination of style, location, and convenience in Anaheim.   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES BRING IMPRESSIVE CREDENTIALS TO ONTARIO
March 9, 2006 - ONTARIO, CA — As the first participating homebuilder in Ontario’s 8,069-acre, master-planned New Model Colony, Brookfield Homes Southland and brings impressive credentials that will immediately establish the high caliber of the entire development and ensure its status as Ontario’s most desirable community.   Read Full Story

ANACAPA MODEL GRAND OPENING SET FOR MARCH 19!
March 3, 2006 - ANAHEIM, CA — The moment excited homebuyers have been waiting for is here: the beautiful Anacapa model homes are opening to the public for the first time on March 19! Set behind private community gates, this special community featuring the ultimate combination of location, convenience, and amenities has been a consistent hit with homebuyers, and sales have been brisk since its first introduction.   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES SOUTHLAND HONORED WITH 11 FINALIST NOMINATIONS FOR 2005 MAME AWARDS
March 3, 2006 - IRVINE, CA — Continuing to impress the homebuilding industry with the exceptional attention to detail that flows through every aspect of their standout communities, Brookfield Homes Southland has been recognized with 11 Finalist nominations for the 2005 MAME (Major Achievement in Marketing Excellence) Awards. Now celebrating its 31st year, the MAME Awards are sponsored by the Sales & Marketing Council of the Building Industry Association of Southern California (SMC/SC), and will be presented on April 1, 2006, at the Disneyland Hotel.   Read Full Story

CIENEGA IN LONG BEACH COMBINES STYLISH LIVING, EXCELLENT LOCATION
February 8, 2006 - LONG BEACH, CA — The mark of a truly exceptional community is not just in how it sells, but how it lives. Cienega, by Brookfield Homes Southland, succeeds on both criteria. Long Beach’s most desirable new community has now welcomed the first few phases of homeowners, who are experiencing firsthand all the pride and joy of homeownership, together with the style, warmth, and details that distinguish every Brookfield home and community.   Read Full Story

GRAND OPENING OF VERDI AT VELLANO IN CHINO HILLS
January 23, 2006 - CHINO HILLS, CA — Families that appreciate true grandeur, uniqueness and nothing less than “WOW” will be richly rewarded on Sunday, January 22nd, when Brookfield Homes celebrates the grand opening of Verdi, a neighborhood of extraordinary residences in the premier Greg Norman Signature Golf Course community of Vellano in Chino Hills.   Read Full Story

TREO WINS ATTACHED COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR, FOUR PRESTIGIOUS GOLD AWARDS AT THE NATIONALS
January 11, 2006 - IRVINE, CA — Continuing the tremendous success that has marked this community since its inception, TREO at Woodbury by Brookfield Homes Southland, won four Gold Awards, including the prestigious Attached Community of the Year, at the 2006 Nationals Awards on January 11 in Orlando, Florida. The 25th Anniversary Nationals were presented by the National Sales and Marketing Council (NSMC), a council of the National Association of Home Builders.   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES PUTTING FINISHING TOUCHES ON NEW VISTA SHELTER IN FULLERTON
December 3, 2005 - IRVINE, CA — In the spirit of giving back that characterizes Brookfield Homes Southland’s corporate mission, the builder has been dedicating itself to creating a brand-new wing for the New Vista Shelter in Fullerton over the past 18 months. After nearly one and a half years of challenging yet deeply rewarding work — including a recent workday event in which Brookfield team members and volunteers came together to help put some finishing touches on the facility — the builder is proud to announce it is nearing completion.   Read Full Story

ANACAPA TO RELEASE PHASE ONE HOMES ON DECEMBER 3
December 2, 2005 - ANAHEIM, CA — A testament to excellence in design is at every aspect of this community, from its Santa Barbara-inspired, architecturally rich exteriors to the feature-filled interiors, from its dynamic central Anaheim location to the surprising and inviting sense of calm behind its private gates, Anacapa offers homebuyers everything they could possibly want in one exceptional place. This outstanding neighborhood has generated incredible excitement since its first introduction, and now the moment enthusiastic homebuyers have waited for is here! The first phase of Anacapa’s spacious, elegant, townhomes will be released for sale on Saturday, December 3.   Read Full Story

TREO AT WOODBURY HONORED WITH 9 NOMINATIONS FOR THE NATIONALS; FINAL PHASE WILL SOON BE RELEASED
November 4, 2005 - IRVINE, CA — On the heels of incredibly strong showings at two prestigious regional award ceremonies, TREO at Woodbury by Brookfield Homes Southland has made a profound impression on the panel of judges for the most important and celebrated awards ceremony in the country. TREO has been nominated for nine awards for the 2006 Nationals, presented by the National Sales and Marketing Council (NSMC), a council of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). The awards gala will be held on January 11, 2006, at the Orlando World Center Marriott.   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES SOUTHLAND HONORED WITH FIVE ÉLAN AWARDS
October 30, 2005 - IRVINE, CA — Brookfield Homes Southland and its top-selling community, TREO at Woodbury has continued their exceptional award-winning tradition by recently taking home five gold awards at the 23rd annual Élan Awards. Sponsored by the Los Angeles/Ventura County Sales & Marketing Council of the Building Industry Association of Southern California, the Élan Awards honor superior achievement in sales, marketing, and merchandising excellence.   Read Full Story

ANACAPA SALES GALLERY NOW OPEN
October 29, 2005 - ANAHEIM, CA — With a location that offers tranquility together with the convenience of a central Anaheim address, a collection of richly detailed townhomes featuring beautiful Santa Barbara-inspired architecture, and the commitment to excellence that is the hallmark of every Brookfield home, Anacapa simply has it all. Be among the first to preview the floorplans and amenities that make Anacapa among Anaheim’s finest new-home communities at the Anacapa Sales Gallery, which is now open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.   Read Full Story

250 PEOPLE ATTEND CIENEGA MODEL GRAND OPENING EXCITEMENT AT NEW HIGH
October 3, 2005 - LONG BEACH, CA — Proving that the excitement surrounding Cienega had not yet peaked, Brookfield Homes’ new, gated townhome community in Long Beach had approximately 250 people come out to tour the beautifully designed and decorated models at the community’s recent model grand opening.   Read Full Story

TREO HOMEOWNERS FIND PERFECT PLACE TO BEGIN LIFE TOGETHER
September 28, 2005 - IRVINE, CA — When Robert Huss was preparing to ask his longtime girlfriend, Sherry Khor, to marry him, the hardest decision wasn’t whether or not to take the leap, but, rather, where to do the asking.   Read Full Story

CIENEGA IN LONG BEACH CELEBRATES MODEL GRAND OPENING
August 31, 2005 - LONG BEACH, CA — The moment that homebuyers have been anxiously awaiting is nearly here: the beautiful model homes at Cienega in Long Beach will grand open to the public on Saturday, October 1, offering the first peek into this exceptional new townhome community.   Read Full Story

THE LE FAMILY TURNS A NEW-HOME
August 28, 2005 - IRVINE, CA — When the Le family began looking for a new home, little did they know that what they found would be more like a dream come true. The Le family, which includes Lamson, his wife, Kimdung, and their three children, Francine, 18, Nathan, 15, and Bryant, 7, had looked throughout Woodbury, and although they liked the area, they hadn’t found the home that spoke to them. Until they toured TREO by Brookfield Homes Southland.
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NOW PREVIEWING CIENEGA IN LONG BEACH
August 9, 2005 - LONG BEACH, CA — Enthusiasm for Cienega’s new townhomes in Long Beach remains high as prospective homebuyers line up for the opportunity to purchase with pre-model pricing in the $500,000s. Cienega quickly sold out of its first two phases, and will release its third phase on Saturday, August 27. Models will open in September. Interested homebuyers are encouraged to take advantage of this limited opportunity.   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES SOUTHLAND HONORED BY HOMEAID ORANGE COUNTY
July 13, 2005 - COSTA MESA, CA — Long one of Southern California’s most respected and award-winning homebuilders, Brookfield Homes Southland received an important honor in early June for its ongoing contributions to HomeAid Orange County. The company was recognized at the 7th annual Rainbow of Hope Ball, an honor that singles out exceptional building industry and community leaders. The prestigious Black Tie Gala was held at The Four Seasons Hotel in Newport Beach.   Read Full Story

CIENEGA IMPRESSES HOMEBUYERS IN LONG BEACH
June 27, 2005 - LONG BEACH, CA — Cienega by Brookfield Homes has taken success to a whole new level with its first sales release. Cienega impressed homeshoppers even prior to the release with its stylish collection of 78 townhomes in downtown Long Beach. This dynamic, new community has been incredibly well-received by the city of Long Beach, as local homebuyers continue to rave about the classic 1920s and ‘30s Spanish Revival-inspired architecture, upscale amenities, and central location tailor made for shopping, dining, and a life full of style. Models are expected to open in late summer, so buyers are encouraged to visit the temporary Sales Gallery today to find out how to become a part of Cienega!   Read Full Story

CAREYES WINS DETACHED COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR
April 28, 2005 - SAN CLEMENTE, CA — Brookfield Homes’ luxury single-family home community of Careyes at Talega has won the Grand Award at the 2004 MAME Awards for Best Detached Community of the Year over $1 million as well as the highly coveted award for Best Single-Family Detached Home over 5,001 square feet.
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BROOKFIELD HOMES NOW PREVIEWING CIENEGA IN LONG BEACH
April 18, 2005 - LONG BEACH, CA — Cienega by Brookfield Homes is now previewing a dynamic, new collection of 78 classically designed townhomes featuring classic 1920s and ‘30s Spanish Revival-inspired architecture and upscale amenities with a central Long Beach location tailor made for shopping, dining, and a life full of style. Located just minutes away from revitalized downtown Long Beach and charming Belmont Shore, Cienega offers the best of yesterday’s architectural details, the finest of today’s amenities, and functional homes in an urban chic location that is second to none. Interested home shoppers are encouraged to visit Cienega’s temporary Sales Gallery today!   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES RECEIVES “AWARD OF EXCELLENCE” FROM CALIFORNIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
March 10, 2005 - ANAHEIM, CA — Since opening last year, Cantada Square has attracted the attention of scores of homebuyers, excited at the rare opportunity to own a stylish new Brookfield home in a charming, gated new home community in a convenient West Anaheim location — and do so affordably. Now the neighborhood built by the award-winning homebuilder in partnership with the Anaheim Redevelopment Agency has also won the praises of the California Redevelopment Association (CRA), recognizing Cantada Square with the 2005 “Award of Excellence”   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES CARRIES ON AWARD-WINNING TRADITION WITH NINE MAME FINALISTS
March 1, 2005 - IRVINE, CA — Brookfield Homes, Southland Group continued its tradition of being honored among the homebuilding industry’s best and brightest at the annual MAME (Major Achievement in Marketing Excellence) Awards with nine finalists for its highly acclaimed attached neighborhood in Irvine, TREO at Woodbury. One of the builder’s most successful neighborhoods in Orange County,   Read Full Story

CELEBRATING THE RETURN OF THE DINNER PARTY
February 14, 2005 - IRVINE, CA — With so many exciting dining destinations available in the Orange County area, it would be easy to eat out every single night. However, the warm, intimately personal living spaces of TREO at Woodbury make competing for a table a thing of the past — and enjoying a dinner party at home with friends and family the thing to do once again.   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD COMMUNITY CITRUS IN THE SUMMIT WINS
January 15, 2005 - IRVINE, CA — Citrus, Brookfield Southland Group's highly desirable neighborhood located within the Summit at Turtle Ridge™, has been extremely well received by homebuyers looking to live luxuriously and comfortably in a community designed to fit their upscale lifestyle needs.   Read Full Story

LOYAL HOMEOWNERS INDULGE IN BROOKFIELD HOMES’ CITRUS AT THE SUMMIT IN TURTLE RIDGE
October 12, 2004 - IRVINE, CA — No measure of success validates the Brookfield Homes Southland team‘s commitment to its residents more than a high number of second-time buyers. So when the Citrus Sales Team reported that the number of repeat Brookfield buyers was extraordinarily high this year   Read Full Story

BROOKFIELD HOMES AND FIRST AMERICAN MAKE HOMEOWNERSHIP ATTAINABLE WITH AFFORDABLE LOAN PROGRAM
October 11, 2004 - COSTA MESA, CA — Brookfield Homes Southland is constantly on the lookout to find new ways to enhance the customer experience and better fulfill the lifestyle needs of future homeowners. That’s why the legendary homebuilder formed a special partnership with First American Corporation   Read Full Story

A NEW LEVEL OF ARTISTRY HAS BEEN REVEALED AT THE GRAND OPENING OF CAREYES IN TALEGA
July 6, 2004 - SAN CLEMENTE, CA — Well attended by hundreds of prospective buyers, the grand opening of Brookfield Homes new neighborhood Careyes in the masterplanned community of Talega has received accolades from visitors who noted that Careyes recalled the old-world charm and commanding dramatic architecture of Early California.   Read Full Story