A bit of history of the development of the subdivisions in Montclair during the 1920s.
The Home Place of Romance – Smith Reserve
Smith Reserve was a subdivision in Montclair and is now called Piedmont Pines.
Maison Normandie – Piedmont Pines
Maison Normandie is located on a large corner lot in Le Mon Park (now Piedmont Pines) with a a magnificent view of the Golden Gate, Marin County, the Bay, San Francisco and downtown Oakland.
Style House in Piedmont Pines
The "Style House" opened to the public in April 1935. Over 1500 visitors passed through the home that first weekend.Local architect Frederick L. Confer designed the home.
Casa Altadena
In 1928 Casa Altadena was the first exhibition home built in Smith's Reserve (now Piedmont Pines)