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10 transformed into a New England-style village of 51 residences (42 townhouse condominiums and 9 single-family homes), all of which Clements emphasizes are being built "in scale and in harmony" with each other as well as with the surrounding residential neighborhood. "We've done a lot, in terms of both time and expense, to make it that way," he explains. "For example, we created some topography that didn't exist before so now there are hills and other contours throughout the site, and we've preserved a four- acre natural buffer which adds an element of privacy that we know people want." The classic look of gabled roofs, masonry walls and other hardscapes, and low-maintenance landscaping complement the new homes' interiors which feature high-end appliances and fixtures along with quartz, marble, and other top-quality finishes plus designer touches that discerning prospective buyers will immediately recognize and appreciate (translation: There are no "builder's packages" here). Floor plans vary but each home features a primary suite and laundry on the first level, along with a heated two-car garage, covered porch and private rear yard. Residents also have access to the Hawthorn Preserve Clubhouse with an elegant lounge, as well as a spa-caliber wellness center including fitness studio, steam room and sauna. Phase One townhomes are priced at $989,000 (visit hawthornpreservebraintree.com for details). Clements notes that he's proud to be partnered in this venture with Chip Batcheldor, owner of Bass Realty in Boston. South Shore Bank of Weymouth is Hawthorn Preserve's lending partner and will work closely with buyers to streamline all aspects of the mortgage process. Given the many attributes of Hawthorn Preserve, local realtors have been quick to recognize its marketability. Lori DePaulo Wirtz of The Firm Real Estate Group is among the project's sales partners and brings her own unique perspective. "As a Braintree native, a graduate of Archbishop Williams High School, and a local property owner with family in the Hawthorn neighborhood, it's incredibly fulfilling to see this project come to fruition," she says. "Hawthorn Preserve is the perfect solution for homeowners ready for their next chapter who do not want to compromise on quality. The location offers unparalleled convenience, with easy access to shopping, restaurants, public transportation and major highways." Clements agrees. "This project has been designed for what I call the 'active lifestyle' buyer. It's a 55-plus community that's perfectly suited for empty-nesters from Braintree and nearby towns who want to stay in the area and enjoy worry-free, convenient, luxury living, with room for visiting kids and grandkids. On top of that, it's great for Braintree; we're turning what was a big piece of tax-exempt property into something that will eventually generate significant tax revenue."