Last month, we celebrated the highly anticipated debut of Tradition’s new centerpiece, “Heart in the Park” – our soaring, 73-foot sculpture (now the tallest heart sculpture in the world) designed by internationally acclaimed Filipino American artist JEFRË.

To reinforce our dedication to community and building with purpose, we partnered with the American Heart Association of Palm Beach County and Treasure Coast for the grand opening of Heart in the Park and The Shoppes at the Heart, a 71,000-square-foot commercial center adjacent to the sculpture. The American Heart Association and St. Lucie County Fire District provided a Hands-Only CPR experience for attendees and invited them to participate in a pledge activity that promotes the importance of heart health.

We promised we’d match all contributions to the American Heart Association at the event and it’s a promise we kept: we’re delighted to share we’ve donated an additional $3,000 to the organization as a result of The Heart in the Park’s grand opening!

“We’re grateful to our local chapter of the American Heart Association for spreading awareness of heart health and teaching our residents life-saving skills at Heart in the Park’s grand opening, tying in Tradition’s emphasis on wellness,” said Dan Grosswald, President of Mattamy’s Southeast Florida Division. “We’re equally thankful to our event attendees who donated to the American Heart Association so the organization can continue to educate communities and help save lives.”

Located at the intersection of Village Parkway and Discovery Way, Heart in the Park symbolizes love, connection and inclusivity, capturing the spirit of Tradition located within Port St. Lucie – the “heart” of the Treasure Coast. The sculpture is poised to become a landmark where people gather, reflect, and capture memories for generations to come, reminding us that home is truly where the heart is.

Heart in the Park is situated along Tradition Trail, commonly known as the T-Trail. In addition to vehicular parking and bicycle parking, a T.I.M. stop for Tradition’s shuttle system is being provided at Heart in the Park, along with public seating and gathering areas.

For more information on Tradition, visit www.traditionfl.com.

September 12 was a proud and meaningful day at Tradition as we gathered with Helping a Hero and the community to officially welcome Corporal Sue Crutchfield, a veteran and double amputee, and her family to their new home in the Kenley neighborhood.

The morning began with a heartfelt ceremony at the homesite. Neighbors, city leaders and partners gathered to celebrate the milestone and present CPL. Crutchfield with the keys to her new home. The specially adapted design includes wider doorways, a roll-in shower and an open layout to provide the accessibility and comfort following the life-changing injuries she sustained during her 2006 deployment to Afghanistan.

“It has been an incredible journey to watch this home come to life,” said Dan Grosswald, Southeast Florida division president for Mattamy Homes. “We are honored to welcome Corporal Crutchfield and her family to Tradition, and we know the residents of Kenley will embrace them with open arms.”

The home’s completion followed the groundbreaking held in May, when the community first gathered to show support for CPL. Crutchfield. From that day forward, dozens of trade partners and volunteers worked side by side to make the vision a reality. For everyone involved, seeing the Crutchfield family step through the front door was a moment of pride and joy.

CPL. Crutchfield’s journey is one of resilience, sacrifice and hope. In November 2006, her unit’s Humvee was struck by multiple landmines and enemy fire, killing fellow soldiers and leaving her with catastrophic injuries, including the loss of both legs below the knee and a traumatic brain injury.

Her recovery was long and difficult, requiring dozens of surgeries and years of rehabilitation. She re-learned how to walk, talk and care for herself while raising her children, and has since gone on to inspire others as a mother, wife and decorated veteran. Her military honors include a Bronze Star, three Purple Hearts and numerous other commendations.

For Tradition, this key handover was more than the completion of a home. It was a reminder of what community means — neighbors gathering to honor sacrifice, celebrate resilience and extend a warm welcome to a family beginning a new chapter.

To learn more about Helping a Hero, visit HelpingAHero.org. For more information about Mattamy Homes, visit MattamyHomes.com.

Mattamy Homes recently celebrated an exciting milestone with a ribbon cutting at Stars and Stripes Park, offering an early look at one of Tradition’s most anticipated new community spaces.

Situated along the Tradition Trail, Stars and Stripes Park was designed in collaboration with the City of Port St. Lucie and reflects the community’s values of pride, service and unity. The park combines open green space, scenic ponds, themed art installations and educational features to create a meaningful destination for residents of all ages.

At the heart of the park is a striking tribute: a majestic waving flag surrounded by massive, illuminated star sculptures etched with inspirational quotes from veterans, first responders and frontline medical professionals. Designed and fabricated by Creative Machines, an internationally recognized studio known for interactive public art, it’s a space meant for reflection, gratitude and connection.

Another highlight is the Celestial Plaza, a captivating solar system display that blends art and science. Anchored by a brilliant sun dial with gyroscopic metal rings and multi-colored translucent inserts, the installation changes with the sun’s movement across the sky. Each planet is represented by its own art piece, placed to reflect the actual distances between planetary orbits. At night, the planets glow, creating a vivid, educational experience that invites visitors to consider Earth’s place in the solar system, galaxy and universe.

The ribbon cutting marked a significant milestone, offering project partners and team members the first chance to explore the completed park. Although the park is not yet open to the public, the event symbolizes a major step forward in creating new and meaningful experiences for the Tradition community.

We’re excited to officially welcome residents to Stars and Stripes Park very soon. Stay tuned for more details on the grand opening and upcoming community events.

On August 23, Mattamy Homes hosted the official grand opening of Heart in the Park—a dramatic 73-foot sculpture that now stands as the tallest heart sculpture in the world. Designed by internationally acclaimed artist JEFRË, the installation is a bold new centerpiece along the Tradition Trail and a meaningful place for residents and visitors to gather, reflect and connect.

The public event brought together residents, visitors, and community partners for a day of celebration, including live entertainment, giveaways, and interactive activities focused on wellness. In partnership with the American Heart Association and the St. Lucie County Fire District, guests participated in a hands-on CPR experience and heart-healthy pledge activity, reinforcing Tradition’s ongoing commitment to health and connection.

The celebration also marked the debut of The Shoppes at the Heart, a new 71,000-square-foot retail center adjacent to the sculpture. The plaza features a mix of dining, shopping, and service-oriented businesses including Aldi, Kyle G’s Amore Chop House, Port Tradition, Tomalty Dental, and Le Bistro de Paris—creating a walkable destination for everyday needs and special outings alike.

Located at Village Parkway and Discovery Way, Heart in the Park includes public seating, gathering spaces, bicycle and vehicle parking, and a stop along the T.I.M. community shuttle system.

As Tradition continues to grow, Heart in the Park joins a lineup of upcoming parks, trails and community spaces that reflect the spirit and lifestyle of the people who call it home.

To learn more about what’s new in Tradition, follow us on Instagram @tradition_fl and Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/LifeAtTradition

Last month, we broke ground on one of our most special homes to date. In partnership with Helping a Hero – a non-profit organization that provides support for military personnel severely injured in the Global war on terror – we began construction on a new home in the Kenley neighborhood of Tradition for Corporal Sue Crutchfield – a veteran and double-amputee – and her family.

Now that construction is underway, we arranged a first walkthrough tour with CPL Sue Crutchfield and her family on Thursday, June 26 to see the progress that’s been made. To represent our eternal gratitude for her strength, courage, and selfless sacrifice, executives from our Southeast Florida division and CPL Crutchfield commemorated the moment by signing their names on the home’s pre-drywall—solidifying our support and appreciation for this resilient and much-deserving veteran whose impact stretches across our nation.

“We couldn’t be more honored, excited or proud to be welcoming Corporal Sue Crutchfield to Tradition later this year,” said Dan Grosswald, Mattamy’s Southeast Florida Division President. “This mark we’ve left on her home is small in comparison to the one she has left on our nation – but it’s one that we hope will serve as a constant reminder that she and her family are embraced and celebrated by this community.”

CPL. Crutchfield and her family will be welcomed into their finished, brand-new home this September. The home will feature four bedrooms and three bathrooms and will be modified to fit CPL. Crutchfield and her family’s needs.

Originally from Knoxville, Tenn., CPL. Crutchfield enlisted as an Army police officer in December of 2004. After basic training, she was stationed in Germany and deployed to Afghanistan in early 2006. That November, CPL. Crutchfield’s unit was en route for an overnight mission when their Humvee was struck by five landmines powered by a Rocket Propelled Grenade – all as the enemy fired shots in their direction. CPL. Crutchfield’s fellow soldiers were both killed and, after she was shot in the left hip, the blast took off both of her legs below the knee, lacerated organs, and caused a traumatic brain injury.

With all Medevac helicopters grounded, Crutchfield had to endure an eight-hour Humvee transport over rough terrain to Bagram Air Force Base. She was taken to Germany and then transferred to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, where she underwent dozens of surgeries. Crutchfield received her first pair of prosthetics in March of 2007.

After two years of surgeries and rehabilitation – which included re-learning how to walk, talk, feed herself, and gain her strength as a mother – CPL. Crutchfield and her two children moved back to Knoxville to be with family. There, she raised both children, who are now 23 and 25, and eventually moved to Cypress, TX with her new husband and college-age son.

CPL. Crutchfield has been awarded a Bronze Star, as well as three Purple Hearts, Army Achievement Medal (AAM), Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM), Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Over Seas Service Ribbon, and Combat Action Badge.

We cannot wait to welcome CPL Crutchfield and her family to their new, beautiful home at Tradition this fall.

For more information about Mattamy Homes, visit MattamyHomes.com.

Today, our hearts are full as more than a dozen couples officiated their everlasting love at a mass wedding ceremony at Tradition – all set against the backdrop of the community’s newly unveiled and highly anticipated sculpture: Heart in the Park!

As Tradition residents and city officials gathered to celebrate the sculpture’s ribbon-cutting debut, the couples – who hail from Tradition and surrounding areas in Port St Lucie – were married at the “Heart” by officiant Michelle R. Miller, Clerk, Comptroller for St. Lucie County. Suffice it to say that love was in the air.

Soaring to 73 feet in height, Heart in the Park is officially the world’s tallest heart sculpture and a defining art piece. Situated at the center of a community park between Village Parkway and Discovery Way, the heart symbolizes connection and captures the spirit of Port St. Lucie and Tradition, reminding residents that home is, in fact, where the heart is.

We worked closely with internationally acclaimed Filipino American artist JEFRË on the Heart in the Park design, ensuring it’s not only a sculpture, but also a community hub where residents and visitors can relax, socialize, and stroll. Its gentle twist rises above a circular pedestal measuring 30 feet in diameter – recalling St. Louis’s iconic Gateway Arch – and its surface will be illuminated nightly, casting a captivating glow over the park.

The heart sits atop a raised plaza designed to complement The Shoppes at the Heart, a 71,000 square-foot commercial center which will include stores, restaurants, cafes and more upon completion.

That said, mark your calendars – because we’re spreading the love: On Saturday, July 12, Heart in the Park’s official public grand opening event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visitors and locals from across the region are encouraged to come by, enjoy the sculpture and plaza, take Instagram-worthy pictures in front of the Heart, and stroll through the newly opened The Shoppes at the Heart. This event, which we’ll be hosting in partnership with the American Heart Association, will also include public CPR training sessions for attendees.

Getting to The Heart in the Park plaza is easy, with vehicular parking and bicycle parking available nearby. A T.I.M. stop for Tradition’s shuttle system will be provided at Heart in the Park soon.

Whether it’s day or night, we hope the sculpture will become a highlight for everyone who visits, evoking a sense of unity and representing the beating heart of Tradition.

Heart in the Park is situated along Tradition Trail – commonly known as the T-Trail – as one of a series of planned experiences. Additional slated experiences include Stars and Stripes Park (which is slated to open this summer), nature trails and Tradition Regional Park.

For more information on Tradition, visit www.traditionfl.com.

May 9th was an incredibly special day at Tradition. Mattamy once again participated in Helping a Hero’s mission to empower severely wounded military personnel – this time, by building a new home in the Kenley neighborhood for Corporal Sue Crutchfield – a veteran and double amputee – and her family.

The groundbreaking kicked off with a heartfelt morning ceremony attended by CPL. Crutchfield, city officials, and students from Tradition Preparatory High School, who performed the national anthem. With the build now underway, we plan to officially welcome CPL. Crutchfield and her family to their new Port St. Lucie home in September. The home will feature four bedrooms and three bathrooms and will be modified to fit CPL. Crutchfield and her family’s needs.

“It is truly an honor to partner with Helping a Hero and build a home for a veteran who has given so much to this country,” said Dan Grosswald, Mattamy’s Southeast Florida Division President. “We know the residents of Kenley, and Tradition as a whole, will give CPL. Crutchfield and her family a warm welcome.”

CPL. Crutchfield’s story is one of true courage, sacrifice, strength, resilience … and hope.

Originally from Knoxville, Tenn., CPL. Crutchfield enlisted as an Army police officer in December of 2004. After basic training, she was stationed in Germany and deployed to Afghanistan in early 2006. That November, CPL. Crutchfield’s unit was en route for an overnight mission when their Humvee was struck by five landmines powered by a Rocket Propelled Grenade – all as the enemy fired shots in their direction. CPL. Crutchfield’s fellow soldiers were both killed and, after she was shot in the left hip, the blast took off both of her legs below the knee, lacerated organs, and caused a traumatic brain injury.

With all Medevac helicopters grounded, Crutchfield had to endure an eight-hour Humvee transport over rough terrain to Bagram Air Force Base. She was taken to Germany and then transferred to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, where she underwent dozens of surgeries. Crutchfield received her first pair of prosthetics in March of 2007.

After two years of surgeries and rehabilitation – which included re-learning how to walk, talk, feed herself, and gain her strength as a mother – CPL. Crutchfield and her two children moved back to Knoxville to be with family. There, she raised both children, who are now 23 and 25, and eventually moved to Cypress, Texas with her new husband and college-age son.

CPL. Crutchfield has been awarded a Bronze Star, as well as three Purple Hearts, Army Achievement Medal (AAM), Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM), Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Over Seas Service Ribbon, and Combat Action Badge.

“Corporal Crutchfield is an incredibly strong and determined woman. She faces daily challenges just getting around, but she never lets that stop her,” said Meredith Iler, Founder and National Chair, Helping a Hero Home Program. “She is a true hero who deserves the freedom of an adapted home and a supportive community that can meet her medical and prosthetic needs. We are confident that Mattamy Homes and the Tradition community will provide her a future where she truly thrives.”

Founded in 2006, Helping a Hero is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-partisan organization that provides support for military personnel severely injured in the Global war on terror. Its principal activity is to provide specially adapted homes for qualifying service members through partnerships made with the builders, developers, communities, and the veteran.

To learn more about Helping a Hero, visit HelpingAHero.org. For more information about Mattamy Homes, visit MattamyHomes.com.

Tradition is about to get even more family-friendly: We’re thrilled to announce that, as of March 25, construction has officially begun on Western Grove School – a state-of-the-art, K-8 facility!

Slated to open in 2026, we’re working with St. Lucie Public Schools to build the school west of Regional Park off “Sundance Vista,” a road we are currently constructing south of Tradition Parkway. Once completed, Sundance Vista will provide direct access between Tradition Parkway and the school.

Western Grove School will also be conveniently situated across from the Seville community and just south of the Cadence community – making commutes, carpools and even walks to campus a breeze for Tradition residents.

Once complete, Western Grove School will span 225,000 square feet and serve about 1,600 students with a staff of 150 – ultimately helping St. Lucie County support its rapidly growing number of students.

We are proud to work directly with the St. Lucie County School Board to bring Western Grove School to the exceptional Tradition community.

For more information, and to stay up to date on all the exciting openings and events happening at Tradition, follow us on Instagram at @tradition_fl and Facebook at @LifeAtTradition

A sense of belonging and togetherness is at the very “heart” of everything we do at Tradition – and it’s also a guiding vision behind the newest addition to our community. The countdown is officially on as we prepare to celebrate the summer debut of Tradition’s highly anticipated sculpture: Heart in the Park!

Soaring to 73 feet tall, Heart in the Park will symbolize connection and capture the spirit of Port St. Lucie and Tradition. And – drum roll, please – it will also be the world’s tallest heart sculpture!

We worked closely with internationally acclaimed Filipino American artist JEFRË on Heart in the Park’s design, ensuring it’s not only a sculpture, but also a community hub where residents and visitors can relax, socialize, and stroll. Shoppes at the Heart, which will include a dynamic tenant roster of stores, restaurants, cafes and more, will open in phases throughout 2025.

Heart in the Park’s gentle twist will rise above a circular pedestal measuring 30 feet in diameter, recalling St. Louis’s iconic Gateway Arch. The sculpture will sit atop a raised plaza designed to align with Shoppes at the Heart. At night, the heart’s surface will be illuminated, casting a captivating glow that creates a dreamy atmosphere in the plaza. Whether it’s day or night, we hope the sculpture will become a highlight for everyone who visits, representing the beating heart of Tradition.

Residents and visitors can easily access Heart in the Park by car, bike or the T.I.M. as the area will include, bicycle parking, and a T.I.M. stop, as well as public seating and gathering areas.

Fully funded and donated by Mattamy Homes as part of our public art program, Heart in the Park is located along Tradition Trail – commonly known as the T-Trail – as one of a series of planned experiences. Additional slated experiences include Stars and Stripes Park, Tradition Regional Park, and nature trails.

Heart in the Park is truly something to love – and we can’t wait to share it with you!

COUPLES: Are you looking to get married in the next couple of months? Reach out to mackenzie.averill@traditionfl.com for your chance to get married at the Heart!

The moment we’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived—the Telaro Amenity Clubhouse is officially open! This stunning new addition to our community is the most luxurious and opulent amenity island to be built in a 55+ community on the Treasure Coast, perfect for residents seeking an idyllic lifestyle filled with enjoyment and relaxation. Spanning an impressive 20,000 square feet, it’s the ultimate space designed to elevate your lifestyle.

A Bold New Destination for Wellness, Connection, and Fun

Step into the clubhouse and experience an atmosphere of luxury and tranquility. With a professionally designed lounge and expansive gathering hall, it’s the perfect venue for community events, casual hangouts, or simply enjoying time with friends and neighbors. Enjoy a coffee from the grab-and-go café, channel your culinary creativity in the demonstration kitchen, or head to the state-of-the-art fitness center with dedicated spaces for weight training, spin, and aerobics. And when you’re ready to unwind, relax in the soothing massage therapy rooms or steam rooms—complete with every comfort you can imagine.

Resort-Style Outdoor Amenities

Step outside and you’ll find a beach club area that includes a resort-style pool, lap pool, whirlpool spa, and a cabana lounge, all with beautiful views of the grand lake. For those looking for a bit of peace and quiet, there’s a serene outdoor tranquility garden, perfect for yoga and gardening. Active residents will enjoy the sports center, featuring pickleball, basketball, and bocce courts, offering plenty of options for both relaxation and fun. Whether you’re swimming, soaking up the sun, playing sports, or socializing with neighbors, these outdoor spaces are the perfect places to enjoy every moment.

A Celebration of Community

This marks the completion of phase two of our community’s amenities, with even more exciting developments on the way. We’re thrilled to see the clubhouse become a central hub for your lifestyle, and we can’t wait to see how you make the most of these new spaces!