Abbott | Reed Custom Homes: Fall 2022 Design Trends

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Forgive us if we’re a bit biased, but there’s something about the fall season more than any other time of year that brings out the decorating side in us. Pumpkin-filled harvest scenes, cozy throws draped across the sofa and earthy-toned colors abound making even the most novice decorator a quasi-pro this time of year. It’s the time for coziness, slowing … Read More

Abbott | Reed Communities: New Project Announcement

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At Abbott | Reed ensuring we make a positive impact on the communities we serve has been a priority ever since we opened our doors in 2008. With that in mind, we’re particularly excited to announce one of our latest projects—Rockview at Sunset, located on Atascadero Road in Morro Bay.

New Name, Same Commitment to Building Better

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It’s official…we’ve changed our name to Abbott | Reed Inc.! A change in name only, Abbott | Reed is still under the same ownership, comprised of the same capable team, all driven by the same commitment to build better. Effective immediately, multidisciplinary construction and real estate development firm, Robbins | Reed is now known as Abbott | Reed. The name change was certified last … Read More

4 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Home

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When it comes to changing things up in the new year, focusing on your home is a natural place to start. Our homes in San Luis Obispo provide the foundation for our lives – the starting points for work, play, rest, and rejuvenation. So, whether you live in a home, apartment, or your custom dream house, we’ve come up with … Read More

Abbott | Reed Custom Homes: Flex Rooms

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These days, our homes are so much more than four walls and a roof. Home office, gym, gourmet restaurant, movie theater… there’s really no way to label all the things we’re asking from a house in 2021. That means flex rooms, spaces designed specifically to be multipurpose, just one of the features of our custom homes in San Luis Obispo. … Read More

Abbott | Reed Communities: 2021 Design Trends Shine at Noveno

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Our interior spaces have become so much more these days than just a place to hang your hat. Spending most of your time in the home became the go-to for 2020, and that trend doesn’t appear to be going anywhere anytime soon. So, we’re all paying way more attention to the spaces we call home, and 2021 design trends in … Read More

Self-Isolation Friendly Design Ideas for Your Patio or Balcony

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Our homes are having to be pretty versatile these days, doubling as the office, classroom and restaurant, to name just a few isolation-related adaptations we’ve all been forced to make. Needless to say, getting outside isn’t exactly as easy as it used to be. But if you’re lucky enough to have an outdoor space in your home, there’s no better … Read More

Abbott | Reed Communities: Vintage at SLO Project Update

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Abbott | Reed Communities - Vintage at SLO Update

Pre-leasing is starting soon at Vintage at SLO, San Luis Obispo’s newest garden-style luxury apartment home community. Despite some recent detours due to the pandemic’s effect on material supplies and operations, Vintage at SLO’s professionals have found innovative ways to keep moving forward. The Abbott | Reed Communities team has a quick update.

Abbott | Reed Custom Homes: Closets and Storage

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Storage needs vary from home to home and person to person. If you or your family members like to cook, camp, create, or collect couture, there’s always something that needs to be put somewhere. Our custom home builders share some things to consider when planning closets and storage for your dream home in today’s blog.

Mixed-Use Development Trends

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Mixed use development in SLO

In the past, we introduced the advantages of mixed-use development, which offers a blend of business, retail, and residential use. We’ve been keeping a close eye on mixed-use development trends for quite some time. Here’s what our team of Central Coast builders is seeing in 2020. It’s Growing Mixed-use continues to grow in popularity. Once seen primarily in urban areas, … Read More

Abbott | Reed Communities: Noveno Observations, Appreciation, and an Invitation!

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Parkway Homes at Noveno San Luis Obispo CA

Noveno is a collection of 23 single-family Avenue homes and 44 single-family Parkway homes in San Luis Obispo, California. In this contemporary place opportunities for connection are built-in, from colorful community spaces to convenient bike paths, and a play area for all ages. We’ll be enjoying Noveno with new and future residents at a block party Saturday, March 7th, from … Read More

Abbott | Reed Custom Homes: Interior Design Trends to Look for in 2020

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Interior Design Trends 2020

Biophilic design, still on the rise in architecture, acknowledges the many ways nature interacts with and contributes to physical and emotional wellbeing. Mindful integration of elements from the natural environment within built environments helps people feel connected and grounded. It’s no surprise that many of 2020’s interior design trends are influenced by this architectural trend. Our custom home builders explain … Read More

Creating Comfort in Commercial Space

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Creating comfort in commercial Space

Commercial spaces don’t need to glare, echo, intimidate or bore. Our San Luis Obispo commercial contractors share 10 ways their favorite designers make interiors more inviting. Welcome Nature Add plants, the gentle burble of water in a fountain or fish tank, views or images of the outdoors, and colors and patterns found in nature.  Warm Up the Lighting The Kelvin … Read More

Commercial Construction Trends 2019

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Commercial Construction Trends 2019 SLO Roundabout

As 2019 comes to a close, our Central Coast builders are here to break down 5 trends that shaped commercial construction this year. While the use of drones and focus on green practices are fresh in the commercial construction realm, the longstanding skilled labor shortage is nothing new. Ready to learn more? Let’s dive in. Rising Modular Projects  Modular buildings … Read More

Twin Creeks Project Update

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Twin Creeks SLO Housing

Have you heard the news? Twin Creeks is the next big mixed-use community in SLO. Learn all about Abbott | Reeds Builders’ newest project update here.  

Modern Industrial Design Principles

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SLO Downtown Industrial Design SLO Brew Lofts

Here at Abbott | Reed, we aren’t into templates or one-size-fits-all solutions. We pride ourselves on crafting modern spaces while also pushing the boundaries of creative execution. Whether you’re launching a local brewery or revving up a new restaurant and bar, our San Luis Obispo construction company is on top of one of the strongest trends in commercial design: industrial features. Today … Read More

Design Trends in Student Housing

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Student housing. For those of us that have been there, it involved anything from brutalist style two bedrooms to bare bones amenities. But the evolving needs and expectations of Generation Z (those born in the mid-1990s to the early 2000s) are dramatically changing the design of university housing here in San Luis Obispo, and across the nation. This new generation … Read More

Multi-family Real Estate Trends: All About Amenities

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New multi-family properties are on the rise here in San Luis Obispo, and it’s hard not to notice. In the past, the realtor’s adage was: “location, location, location”. But with bike paths, short commutes, and commercial developments like coffee shops and restaurants spread throughout town, homebuyers and renters alike are setting their standards higher. Our commercial contractors are here to … Read More