Augusta homes are built with entertaining in mind, Kuhn said.

The three- to five-bedroom residences offer options for up to seven bedrooms and three- to 4 1/2 baths. Single- and two-story home designs range from 2,508 to 4,262 square feet. Prices begin in the mid-$400,000s. For more information, call 219-7413.

Belford offers two-story homes with flexible floor plans. Three of the four designs offer an additional bedroom option. The home can have two to four bedrooms with an optional fifth and up to 3 1/2 baths.

Ranging in size from 1,593 to 2,224 square feet, Belford is priced from the upper $200,000s. For more information, call 236-8671.

Ellingwood's single- and two-story home designs offer two to four bedrooms with an optional fifth, and up to three baths. Features include island kitchens, lofts, family and living rooms, and two- or three-car garages.

Plans range from 1,756 to 2,975 square feet, with prices starting in the mid-$300,000s. Call 622-1537 for more information.

Mountain's Edge features walkways that encourage leisurely strolls to biking and hiking trails. In addition to recreational facilities, there are plans for an extensive network of schools, professional offices, restaurants and shops.

To ensure environmental integrity, the master plan includes 500 acres of open space and desert landscaping throughout the community.

Ryland Homes' My Style Design Center offers a selection of designer upgrades and decorating enhancements. From floor coverings and window treatments to counters, cabinets and more, buyers can get help in personalizing their home.

To tour the model homes at Augusta, Belford and Ellingwood take Interstate 15 and exit west on Blue Diamond Road, head south on Durango Drive, west on Gomer Road, south on El Capitan Way then west on Sacramento Hills to Emerald Twilight to the models.

Interactive floor plans of all Ryland Homes' Mountain's Edge designs are available at ryland.com.