Stunning and Sunstainable, Hawthorne San Mateo uses Cross Laminated Timber

San Mateo’s Bay Meadows residential transit oriented development has been viewed as a model in sustainable development, just last year receiving an honorable mention from the Green Building awards, sponsored by groups such as Sustainable San Mateo County and Peninsula Clean Energy. The mix of neighborhood apartments, homes and townhomes sit right next to the Hillsdale Caltrain station, and18 acres extend living spaces with pocket parks, and ample bike and walk paths to enjoy more time outdoors. But sustainable design doesn’t stop at the master plan. Hawthorne has taken this concept to new heights! 

At Hawthorne, cross laminated timber is visible in the top floor apartments and townhomes, which have beautiful exposed natural wood (European Spruce) ceilings. Additionally, the residences at Hawthorne enjoy a remarkable amount of natural light throughout the spaces, thanks to expansive windows and lofty ceiling heights that start at ~9’on the 4th floor and go up to ~10.5’ on additional floors with some soaring even higher in the townhomes. Adding to its sustainable design, Hawthorne is topped with rooftop solar panels.

To highlight the warm California Modern aesthetic, Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) and Mass Plywood panel (MPP) was strategically used throughout Hawthorne, and within bedroom ceilings and dens of Hawthorne’s four stand alone townhomes. Mechanical systems were coordinated to maximize the amount of exposed CLT to showcase the material, for both aesthetic reasons and to raise awareness of this high-quality material.

In the residences themselves, we celebrated the building’s state-of-the-art use of Cross-Laminated Timber by exposing the structural wood, creating a hospitable Scandinavian look. ~ Vivian Lee, Edmonds + Lee Architects, Hawthorne’s Architect of Record

Hawthorne’s architectural design team worked with Scott MacLellan, the owner of Gurnet Point, a self-performing general contracting firm in the San Francisco Bay Area, to utilize Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) throughout the building and townhomes. Through the use of project modeling and prefabrication of I-joist floors and walls, MacLellan has helped build more than 1.5 million square feet of structures throughout the Bay Area. He was also involved in the erection of San Francisco’s first downtown CLT structure.

We caught up with Scott to learn more about this stunning and sustainable product used in the natural design at Hawthorne:

What’s driving the Mass Timber momentum in the Bay Area?

Mass Timber is gaining popularity due to the potential for environmental benefits and aesthetics.  As mass timber suppliers in Canada and the Pacific Northwest grow in capacity, they are looking to expand into other U.S. markets as the product becomes more mainstream.

What are some of the benefits of using Cross Laminated Timber in construction today?

CLT allows us to prefabricate the floor system, as opposed to using traditional joist or truss framing.  This makes the building much faster and safer to assemble, with parts that are manufactured off-site using very precise machining.

In what ways is Cross Laminated Timber an environmentally sound product?

CLT comes from a renewable raw material – wood – and it’s sourced from sustainable forests.  Cross Laminated Timber sequesters carbon, and uses fewer greenhouse gases in its manufacturing process than steel or concrete.

Explore the light-filled apartment homes full of natural wood accents and designer finishes all around. A boutique community, Hawthorne is the perfect spot to experience the smaller joys of life.

Just three blocks from Caltrain, Hawthorne is part of Bay Meadows Urban Village, a transit oriented development. With a strong connection to nature you’ll enjoy lots of natural light and greenery in the courtyard and adjacent parks, plus an immediate connection to natural wood elements used throughout its design. Bay Meadows is walkable, bikeable, and features plenty of open space for recreation; Hawthorne even has EV chargers and a secure bike room that opens up directly to outside, making it easier to actually use your bike.

View the apartment website and contact the leasing team here. 

Leasing Center Open Daily 9-6 | 3098 Kyne Street West San Mateo, CA 94403 | 650-855-8768| BayMeadows@bozzuto.com

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It’s A Dog’s Dream Life at Bay Meadows

When you call Bay Meadows home, you can count on tails to be wagging. Bay Meadows and San Mateo have plenty of pet friendly retailers and outdoor gems to explore with your canine companion. There’s miles of trails, grassy areas and outdoor spaces with seating to spend time with your pooch like Landing Green and Bay Meadows Park. Some may even call it a pet paradise!

Pamper your pet in the Field House apartments dog wash station after a run on the Bay Trail or in The Morgan grooming spa replete with bathing station and drying area.

Bay Meadows’ Town Square offers shaded seating to dine al fresco, and many retailers offer creations just for your pup. Stroll to Blue Bottle Bay Meadows Café for your morning cup and a Pupuccino. Add a complimentary dog treat when you order through the Blue Bottle iOS app and pick it up with your coffee. Be sure to tag your pooch on Insta in the #dogsofbluebottle series. Spend the afternoon or evening in Fieldwork Brewing San Mateo Beer Garden – a favorite to lounge and relax with friends around a firepit. There’s a tag for Insta Brew Dogs too. Our community is a wonderful place to get outside, socialize and discover new friends and companions! The Bay Meadows Apartment Collection is a pet-friendly choice for Peninsula living.

 

We’re lucky at Bay Meadows, just outside your front door you’ll find 18 acres of open space filled with walking trails and pocket parks, plus a direct link from the neighborhood to the popular and scenic San Francisco Bay Trail path which winds through the Peninsula.  The numerous options available offer wonderful venues to explore our neighborhood all while burning off some energy and meeting new friends for puppy dates.

Walks are just a small part of your dog’s life at Bay Meadows so we’ve rounded up several additional vendors and services that your canine friend will love.

Look your best on all of your Bay Meadows neighborhood walks. Experience convenient mobile grooming when Happy Bay Paws rolls in and some serious pampering when you visit local groomers such as Carlos from Oh My Dog Grooming Salon.

Every dog adoption comes with a special set of needs. Whether you dog have separation anxiety or needs a little extra guidance being socialized, you’ll be impressed by Erika of Relax Rover.

Indulgence in tasty baked treats from Precious Puch Doggie Bakery and Pet Food Express, plus look your best with the latest pup swag from Paws and Arrows and Studio Cinnamon. When your sidekick looks their very best with a fresh cut and all the accessories, plan a pet photoshoot with Jan Lundberg at A-List Photos or a fun Pop-up photoshoot at Landing Green Park with Paws and Play.

Whether you’re away for the day or vacation, sometimes you need a little, extra help. Enjoy meeting local boarders, walkers and sitters: Michah of Point Fetch Match and Amy of GOOD DOG Dog Walkers & Pet Sitters! Want to send your pup to camp? Meet Craig and Tina of Paws Dog Camp to learn more about their pup adventures.

Another excellent, and often overlooked, resource regarding training, rescue and education is the Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA!

And when you find yourself looking to extend and expand your doggie adventures, here is a wonderful link for nearby, scenic outdoor destinations/day-trips for you and your dog.

Walkscore.com rates Bay Meadows high on the list for walkable locations to live on the San Francisco Peninsula and for good reason!  Bay Meadows has a high Walkscore because it is steps from shopping, retail, groceries, parks, Caltrain and a few short miles from downtown San Mateo with its burgeoning restaurant scene. Check out life out and about at Bay Meadows by following us on Instagram.

Leasing Center Open Daily 9-6 | 3098 Kyne Street West San Mateo, CA 94403 | 650-855-8768| BayMeadows@bozzuto.com

12 Reasons to Call The Morgan Home

At The Morgan, amenities seduce and delight inside and out from the moment you arrive. Your private sanctuary opens the door to a lifestyle designed for gathering and retreating with a sophisticated flourish of spaces and luxuries for residents only. Whether you venture to the lush Mediterranean-inspired courtyard, get your workout at the fitness center or head to a cozy corner of the library — exquisite living in an amenity-rich oasis awaits you at The Morgan. There are many reasons to call The Morgan home, we’re sharing a dozen:

Game Night in the Clubroom. The richly appointed wood-beamed Clubroom is a great place to host a game night with lots of spacious areas for groups to gather on comfy couches or around large tables – ideal for your favorite board games and puzzles. Take a virtual tour here. The Game Room is an ideal spot to get together for a game of poker with a smaller group of friends.

Escape to The Morgan Library. The luxurious library is the perfect environment to expand where you work or where you escape. The library’s refined and sophisticated space features individual stations, spot-on task lights and plush ergonomic seating.

Endless Options for Your Den. Most flats boast tailor-made separate dens that are infinitely customizable to whatever kind of space you crave most. Customizing the functionality of your own living space is a revolutionary idea.

Space to Retreat. Soak. Repeat. Our expansive 2- and 3- bedroom open-plan flats offer exquisitely detailed spaces to connect and unwind. Relish in your own personal hideaway. Our master suites include dual walk-in closets, luxurious soaking tubs, and stand-alone, step-in frameless glass showers, plus Restoration Hardware fixtures.

WFH Life at The Morgan. Even if you’ve created a productive office space at home in The Morgan’s flexible den or claimed a corner in an expansive, light-filled living area, take work on the road at your leisure with flexible working spaces.

Opt Outdoors: Hit The Water. Just over ~3 miles from Bay Meadows, Foster City’s lagoon meanders approximately five miles offering a popular spot to pick up some water sport activities. Whether you want to learn to kite surf, kayak, paddleboard, canoe, sail, wind surf or simply recreate waterside, we’ve rounded up some nearby locations that offer just what you’re looking for.

Step Right Up. Our neighborhood at Bay Meadows is home to 18-acres of rambling open space, sustainably designed streetscapes, playgrounds, and miles of trails right outside your door at The Morgan, making every day an easy day to get your steps in.

Strike A Pose @ The Morgan. Center yourself by creating a yoga retreat in one of The Morgan’s intimate courtyard garden rooms. Pose alongside your neighbors in the sublimely airy outdoor pavilion or stretch out in a private yoga room available for personal lessons.

Bike Wherever San Mateo. The Bay Meadows neighborhood has a ribbon of parks and trails right at your door when you live at The Morgan complete with a direct connection to the San Francisco Bay Trail. Our community is cycle-friendly offering secure indoor bicycle storage complete with workstations and repair racks – our very own velo lounge at home.

Get Into the Gardens at Persimmon Park. The Persimmon Park community garden grows beautiful friendships along with knockout edibles. Divided into outdoor rooms, it’s a one-stop shop for creating your own farm-to-table adventure. Here, you can grow your harvest in well-nourished planter boxes, toss your bounty on the grill and serve the feast to family and friends on the communal table. Plots are available by reservation to residents of The Morgan!

A Dreamy Dog’s Life at The Morgan. Bay Meadows and San Mateo have plenty of pet friendly retailers and outdoor gems to explore with your canine companion.  Some may call it a pet paradise. Pamper your pet at The Morgan in the grooming spa just for them replete with bathing station and drying area.

 

Bay Meadows is a destination itself and Good For The Whole Family – with eateries, a brewery, school, and all the essentials you need right here. Just outside your own private sanctuary at The Morgan you’ll find pedestrian and bicycle-friendly streets full of adventure, nature and space to linger with your littles. Take time to explore and indulge at Humphry Slocombe, ROAM, Blue Bottle Coffee, Hillsdale Shopping Center, Fieldwork’s Beer Garden and the many more options in the neighborhood.

Join us @baymeadowslife on Facebook and Instagram to follow the visual story of our community and get updates on local events.

Leasing Center Open Daily 9-6 | 3098 Kyne Street West San Mateo, CA 94403 | 650-855-8768| BayMeadows@bozzuto.com

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Bay Meadows Apartment Residents Gather to Sip and Paint

Fifty residents from our Bay Meadows Apartment Collection recently gathered for Sip and Paint night in The Morgan Lounge! With the Golden Gate Bridge as our muse, masterpieces were created side by side while enjoying a variety of wines and some Slice House – Tony Gemignani grandma style pizza! Watch for more apartment resident fun to ensue through year-end with seasonal events.

Save the Date:

October 26: Fall Harvest will include pumpkin carving and a costume contest for Halloween.

November 15: Giving Thanks Dinner, a festive feast catered for residents to show our appreciation.

December 6: Ornament Decorating which will be co-hosted with Paint The Town.

 

Conveniently located between San Francisco and Palo Alto in San Mateo, Bay Meadows offers apartments within walking distance of Caltrain. Ease of transportation is only one reason you’ll fall in love with Bay Meadows. A smartly-designed, high-quality apartment collection sits among 18-acres of open space, which includes parks, a community garden, public art, ball fields, bocce and basketball courts and a new playground. All this just a walk from Hillsdale Shopping Center, Whole Foods, Blue Bottle Coffee, Humphry Slocombe, ROAM Artisan Burgers, Fieldwork Brewing Co. and more.

Watch for our next apartment event invitation to RSVP and come rub elbows with neighbors! Want to be part of our family? Look no further! Located within commuting distance to San Francisco and Silicon Valley, with easy access to downtown San Mateo and Redwood City via Caltrain, the Apartment Collection at Bay Meadows is the perfect place to live and play. Luxurious amenities include fitness centers, pools, club rooms and outdoor fire pits. From a spectacular boutique retreat to an energetic urban hub, The Apartment Collection at Bay Meadows in San Mateo serves up life and living just the way you want. Learn more about leasing at Quimby, Field House, The Russell, The Morgan, and now our newest apartment community – Hawthorne. Find your perfect match here.

Hawthorne is 100% Leased!

The leasing team at The Apartment Collection at Bay Meadows is pleased to share the news that Hawthorne is100% leased! If you missed out on a brand, new space in this exciting boutique building with 54 modern homes, there are still opportunities to join Bay Meadows at one of our amazing sister properties in the neighborhood.

 

The Apartment Collection at Bay Meadows in San Mateo serves up life and living just the way you want.

Exceptional living in an amenity-rich oasis. The Morgan offers spacious retreats in an indoor-outdoor sanctuary designed for gathering — and escaping. Live large. Stretch your legs. At The Morgan, you’ll find flats that come in a range of plans from 2- and 3-bedroom + dens.

Play inside and out. Select from 1-3 bedroom flats at The Russell. Live it up in an inspired apartment community with an energetic uptown vibe. The Russell puts home and play front and center.

Quimby offers the perfect setting to do more or less. Up to you. Here there are just 70 flats offering 1-3 bedroom plans. Escape to a boutique retreat nestled amidst the bustling hub of Bay Meadows.

Dig into life at Field House, a laid-back apartment neighborhood made for thriving. Planted in the heart of Bay Meadows, where discoveries abound. This community offers flats and townhomes, with plans ranging from studios to 3-bedrooms.

Our newest apartment community, Hawthorne offers spacious 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom flats with lofty 9’+ ceilings and stunning townhomes.  Tranquil indoor-outdoor living meets high design at Hawthorne. A leafy inner courtyard welcomes you to greet your neighbors, lounge with friends around the fireplace or toss dinner on the grill.

Join a connected community where residents meet up over brews in the Fieldwork Brewing Beer Garden and swap stories over coffee at Blue Bottle Cafe in Bay Meadows’ Town Square. There’s a community garden and even a Bay Meadows Run Club to suit your lifestyle. And if that’s not enough, our fantastic leasing team programs year-round events for you to opt-in.

You ask. We listen. 

We took a poll asking residents to vote on their top movie pick to kick off summer – poolside. The selection included Moana, The Little Mermaid, and Jungle Cruise. Moana won by a landslide and was selected for our Movie Night. Residents at The Morgan and Fieldhouse gathered poolside at Fieldhouse and residents at Quimby, The Russell, and Hawthorne gathered poolside at The Russell. Each concession stand had movie theater staples; M&M’s, Snickers, Twix, Kit Kats, Skittles, Sour Patch Kids, and popcorn from our in-house popcorn machine! Residents had a wonderful time and enjoyed being able watch from the pool and surrounding sitting areas to enjoy an outdoor film with neighbors.

We invite you to become a part of our thriving urban village smack dab between San Francisco and Silicon Valley along the San Francisco Peninsula. All just a hop from the Caltrain line in historic San Mateo.

Leasing Center Open Daily 9-6 | 3098 Kyne Street West San Mateo, CA 94403 | 650-855-8768| BayMeadows@bozzuto.com

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Expand Your Space with a 3-Bedroom at Hawthorne!

Searching for more room to breathe? Come view a spacious 3-bedroom home at Hawthorne! Perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or creating a dedicated workspace, the sprawling living areas offer luxury plank flooring, light-filled space with expansive windows and lofty 9’+ ceilings.

Private walk-up patios and balconies extend your living space to the outdoors with tranquil courtyards and access to several Bay Meadows’ parks within easy reach. These private walk-up patios are both ideal (and convenient) for your furry family members to make the most of Bay Meadows life in our pet-friendly community.

The ample windows strategically positioned throughout various apartments flood the area with an abundance of natural light, creating a pleasant and airy atmosphere.

Take a peek at featured 3-bedroom plans and why we love them!

C1-A 3-Bedroom, 2-Bath Plan
Why we love it:
The open concept living area is ideal for entertaining and mixing with family.
A personal balcony is accessible off the living area – ideal for fresh air and connecting with the outdoors.
The Primary Suite includes a walk-through closet and ensuite bathroom complete with glass-enclosed walk-in shower!

C2-A 3-Bedroom, 2-Bath Plan
Why we love it:
This plan lives large with ~1578 square feet.
A corner plan, it also includes a large window which wraps around the living area corner for added natural light.
A private patio offers direct access to the car-free Pedestrian Promenade area – ideal for fresh air and connecting with the outdoors.
The Primary Suite features a walk-through closet and ensuite bathroom complete with glass-enclosed walk-in shower!
The 3rd bedroom also features a generous walk-in closet for added storage.

 

Discover Midurban Living: The Best of Both Worlds

San Mateo presents a tranquil suburban atmosphere coupled with the conveniences of metropolitan living. It’s an ideal location that serves as a central hub within the Bay Area. Bay Meadows residents cherish the welcoming ambiance and comfort of their community and how it’s enclosed, creating a shield from bustling, noisy traffic. New residents are often pleasantly surprised by the convenient access to excellent restaurants, mass transportation, and all essential amenities that significantly enhance their daily lives.

Beyond its enviable locale, Hawthorne comes with a sophisticated design that epitomizes quality living, creating an inviting and luxurious environment.  Moreover, it is nestled within a vibrant community that blends suburban tranquility with urban energy, providing residents with the best of both worlds.

Join us @baymeadowslife for a visual journey through the neighborhood and be sure to watch for new announcements about exciting openings, amenities and events. We cannot wait to welcome you home to Hawthorne this summer.

Leasing Center Open Daily 9-6 | 3098 Kyne Street West San Mateo, CA 94403 | 650-855-8768| BayMeadows@bozzuto.com