Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Washington area is wealthiest and most educated region in the nation, census data show
Monday, December 13, 2010
Cabin John to be Featured in the Popular Washington Post Series: Where We Live
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Washington Housing Prices Increase Most in Nation
Washington Unemployment Lowest in Nation
Washington is the only major city in the country with an unemployment rate below 6 percent, with a tighter labor market than the next four-lowest unemployment rates, in Oklahoma City, Minneapolis, Austin and Boston.'
Read more: Washington unemployment lowest in nation | Washington Business Journal
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Peter Nelson Joins Sean Ruppert and Team OPaL, Press Release
Competitors Join Forces to Shake Up New Home Market
Former NVR exec joins team of boutique homebuilder, OPaL.
Lanham, MD, November 15, 2010—After nearly a decade of working for opposing teams, local building experts Sean Ruppert and Peter Nelson are joining forces. This month Nelson hops on board as Senior VP of Production at Ruppert's company, OPaL, LLC.
Ruppert and Nelson first met when both were working for NVHomes in the 1990s. Soon afterward, Sean Ruppert used his sales and marketing expertise to create his own homebuilding company, filling a niche in the DC market for small, high-quality, well-located communities.
Nelson, on the other hand, built a 20-year legacy at NVHomes serving in various executive and managerial capacities in the production end of the business. Now he's able to help OPaL achieve their mission of pulling off a trifecta in the homebuilding industry—uniquely designed homes, built to impeccable quality, in incomparable locations.
"OPaL is not content to rest on the laurels of our past successes. Peter may be the only person in the DC area that can improve upon our product and help us achieve even greater quality and integrity in our work," says Ruppert.
Because OPaL is a much smaller company than NVHomes, Nelson will have the opportunity to wear many hats. "This new position at OPaL will help me hone my industry skills even further by learning more about land development, budgeting and the business in general. It's the perfect position for my career growth and I couldn't be more excited than to work with someone who shares my commitment to the homebuyer's satisfaction."
The timing couldn't be more perfect for this matchup, either. OPaL is getting ready to break ground on its most ambitious project yet—a cluster of upscale single-family homes on Macarthur Boulevard called Cabin John Crossing. "Cabin John Crossing is the epitome of everything OPaL has always aspired to be," states Ruppert. "You can't find a more desirable location or discerning homebuyer. Peter joins our team just in time to take us to the next level in quality, integrity and desirability in the DC market."
About OPaL
Based in Lanham, MD, OPaL is a local builder specializing in developing small, well-located, close-in communities. With over 15 years of experience in the homebuilding industry and numerous awards, OPaL's extraordinary vision brings a whole new dimension to the Washington, DC and Baltimore areas. The company builds only a handful of new townhomes and single-family homes each year, preferring quality, individuality and location over cookie-cutter appeal. All of the more than 120 homes built by OPaL since its inception are characterized by truly unique architecture, impeccable details and deep thought for the lifestyles of their owners. To learn more, visit www.opaldc.com
Home Builder Confidence Edges Higher
Read more: Homebuilder confidence edges higher | Washington Business Journal
Monday, November 1, 2010
Updated Farm Home Renderings
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Cabin John Autumn Celebration Mixer @ Union Jacks
Saturday, September 25, 2010
SEAN RUPPERT ANNOUNCES OPaL, LLC's Newest Community CABIN JOHN CROSSING in Bethesda, Maryland | LEARN MORE at OPaLdc.com

Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Unique Spaces: Sears Bungalow Gets a Modern Makeover in Berkley


Thursday, July 29, 2010
D.C. area housing market relatively insulated from downturn!
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
SUMMER DECORATING IDEA: PAINT YOUR WICKER!


Whether on a grassy lawn, under a porch roof, or in an interior room, wicker furniture is classic, comfortable seating. But here's the real beauty of this furniture: Many grasses, vines and plant materials used for the woven coverings make excellent surfaces for decorative painting. Wicker also is easy to find and is readily available in a wide range of styles and prices.
Antique or new, natural wicker comes in four major types: rattan, reed, willow, and bamboo. Each type has its own characteristics, so consider which material will work best when selecting pieces. For example, finer plant materials and tighter weaves generally provide a smoother surface, more suitable for repeating motifs and patterns. Pieces with bold, directional weaves make stripe patterns easier. And furniture featuring texture changes, such as accent or border treatments, might be especially interesting with selected details painted a second color.
Monday, May 17, 2010
Housing Inventory Down, Prices Up in D.C. Area
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
ANOTHER REASON WE LOVE TARGET


Thursday, April 29, 2010
Friend of OPaL on Display at Vera Wang Bridal Salon
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
TONE on TONE....Our New Fav Place to Shop


Saturday, April 10, 2010
20 Designers + 35 Rooms = 1 Amazing Home


Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Americans say time is right to buy home: Poll Says

Tuesday, March 30, 2010
SPRINGS ADVENTURES IN MO CO


We found the best web site for terrific references on what to do this spring in Montgomery County, also known as 'The Upside of Downtown'. If you're searching for the perfect weekend adventure, crafts fair or even a butterfly exhibit then you must visit www.cvbmontco.com/events
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Only 10 Minutes from Albany Grove is Merriweather Post Pavilion, Jazz Fest 2010 Coming Soon


Monday, March 1, 2010
There's Convenience and Then There's Albany Grove Convenience!
Thursday, February 25, 2010
MAN UP at Nordstrom in Columbia Town Center Just 10 Minutes from Albany Grove

Wednesday, February 10, 2010
An Author After Our Own Hearts, Sarah Susanka


Sarah is the acclaimed author of eight best-selling books including The Not So Big House and The Not So Big Life. If you love OPaL homes you will thoroughly enjoy Sarah's books and will easily find them at Amazon.com. You should also try to catch one of Sarah's lectures or presentations. You can find her schedule at www.NotSoBig.com. Enjoy
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Original Conceptual Sketches of Albany Grove & Lombard Court


Saturday, January 16, 2010
Nothing Makes Your Home More Personal than Original Art


Original paintings bring a level of joy and sophistication to any space. If you chose art that is personal to you there is a connection between you and your space that is obvious to visitors. Above are photos of my living room in Old Town, Alexandria. Both pieces were done by artists who had bought homes from OPaL. By having art created by friends, we have the pleasure of knowing how each piece came to be and what they represented to the artist. Hope you enjoy!
Friday, January 8, 2010
Home Sales Surge, Highest in Three Years
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
The Straight & Narrow of Townhome Living
