Your choice for new homes in Colorado Springs
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For over three decades, Classic Homes has been a trusted name in Colorado Springs, building not just houses but homes and communities cherished by families. Since 1989, they’ve focused on delivering exceptional quality, innovative designs, and unmatched customer satisfaction, making them the premier choice for homebuyers in the Pikes Peak region.
Classic Homes is renowned for its wide array of thoughtfully designed home collections. Each collection, from the attainable Preamble series to the distinctive Classic and Midtown collections, reflects a deep commitment to craftsmanship and modern living. Every home is built with care, blending timeless designs with features that meet the demands of today’s homeowners, including smart home packages and energy-efficient solutions. Their communities are equally impressive. From the tranquil settings of Monument to vibrant neighborhoods within Colorado Springs, each community offers more than just a place to live. Classic Homes emphasizes creating environments where neighbors
WOLF RANCH:
Voted Colorado Springs’
Best Neighborhood & Best New Home Community
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Located on the northeast side of Colorado Springs, Wolf Ranch isn’t just a neighborhood, it’s a vibrant, connected community. With sweeping mountain views, miles of parks and trails, and a year-round calendar of events, it’s easy to see why it’s been voted the city’s #1 neighborhood by The Gazette year after year.
Built over the past two decades as a master-planned community, Wolf Ranch balances outdoor adventure with everyday convenience. From paddleboarding on Wolf Lake to front porch gatherings and concerts in the park, the lifestyle here is designed for connection. In 2024 alone, residents enjoyed more than 50 events — from Beer & Bingo Nights and yoga in the park to seasonal favorites like the Fall Festival and outdoor movie nights.
Families are drawn to Wolf Ranch for its access to top-rated schools Learn more at wolf-ranch.com
The Housing & Building Association of Colorado Springs’ Parade of Homes is an industry event not to be missed! It provides the public with a first-hand look at the greatest innovations in new home design, showcasing the latest trends and every amenity available.
The special section, published in The Gazette, features the hottest homes on the market, from affordable to luxury, making it the ideal opportunity for Realtors, builders and developers alike.
There’s a reason American Furniture Galleries is Colorado’s oldest, most trusted furniture and mattress company: they provide name brand furniture of exceptional quality and longevity!
The knowledgeable home furnishing consultants who comprise the AFG team are committed to helping clients create the ideal atmosphere for their home — offering living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms, home entertainment, home accents, office and outdoor furniture, and mattresses that showcase one’s individual style. You can trust their expertise to tailor the best interior design plan for your home, from furniture to colors and fabrics. They are ready, willing and able to customize the best selections for your home.
High-end manufacturers at AFG that can help you design a retreat that reflects your lifestyle include Bassett,
Attainable luxury
Lokal Homes has made its mark as a builder that understands the way Coloradans live, offering award-winning communities with elevated finishes and modern designs. Founded in 2012 by industry veterans Dave Lemnah and Ryan Lantz, Lokal was born from a vision to deliver a higher standard of homebuilding designed specifically for Colorado’s unique lifestyle.
Lokal Homes, as its name implies, focuses solely on Colorado. From condominiums and townhomes to spacious single-family residences, their communities offer options for every stage of life.
In Colorado Springs, Lokal Homes has established itself with communities that offer convenience and quality. Locations are carefully chosen for proximity to major highways, toprated school districts, and everyday essentials. Lokal’s footprint will soon expand to Monument with spacious single-family homesites at Jackson Creek, the town’s premier foothills community. A variety of ranch and two-story plans here adds another
highly anticipated opportunity for homebuyers seeking more space in a scenic setting.
Lokal homes come with finishes often considered premium elsewhere. White quartz countertops, Kohler fixtures, and durable flooring built for Colorado’s ever-changing climate are just a few of the features that set them apart. Every home is designed with functionality in mind, incorporating elements like extra storage for skis and bikes in their condominium projects and oversized garages in their townhome communities.
Lokal Homes takes pride in its attention to detail and people-first approach. To reflect their commitment to authenticity, floor plans are named after employees’ children, a personal touch to celebrate the team that brings these homes to life.
Dedicated to thoughtful planning, trusted building practices, and a strong connection to the communities they create, Lokal Homes continues to redefine what it means to build for Colorado. Visit LokalHomes.com.
BUDGET BLINDS:
Where style meets service
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Budget Blinds of Greater Colorado Springs specializes in high-quality custom window coverings. From blinds to shades, shutters and drapes, they will help you enhance the beauty and functionality of your home, while addressing your privacy, security, energy-efficiency and child safety concerns.
Whether your decor leans sleek and modern, timeless and traditional, or something in-between, the team at Budget Blinds can help you find the perfect window coverings for your home … within your budget.
The expert designers at this locally owned business are working members of your community. They truly care about your needs, want to exceed expectations, and are committed to excellence.
Budget Blinds has been honored by the voters of “Best of the Springs” for seven consecutive years! It could be the close contact the expert designers have
with customers, their understanding of their customers’ vision, the personalized recommendations that they provide, or a combination of all of these attributes! Your representative will bring the showroom directly to your door, with a wide range of samples shown in the comfort of your own home. Rest assured, your window treatments will perfectly fit your windows, whichever options you go with.
Are you ready to transform your environment? With the Help of Budget Blinds, you can create a more comfortable living environment and lower your energy bills. You might want to consider motorized blinds and smart home integration that allows you to control your window treatments with the touch of a button or simple voice command.
Call 719-895-4675 to schedule your free in-home consultation today, or visit the new Budget Blinds showroom at 5671 N. Academy Blvd.
PERCHERON:
A new breed of community has arrived in Colorado Springs
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In a city that thrives on innovation and adventure, a new community is taking shape that’s as hardworking as the people who call Colorado Springs home. Percheron, a master-planned development on the city’s eastern edge, isn’t your typical suburban subdivision, it’s a carefully curated blend of heritage and modern living, designed to make life easier, richer, and more connected. For homebuyers searching for the best of both worlds — urban energy and outdoor tranquility — Percheron is shaping up to be the place to put down roots.
MORE THAN A NEIGHBORHOOD, A LIFESTYLE
The vision behind Percheron is clear: build a community that works as hard as its residents do. With a name that nods to the mighty Percheron draft horses that once powered industry here, the development honors Colorado Springs’
past while setting a bold course for the future.
Set against a backdrop of rolling open spaces and stunning mountain peaks, Percheron prioritizes both connection and convenience. Miles of trails weave through the community, inviting morning jogs, evening dog walks, and impromptu bike rides. Parks and gathering spaces serve as natural social hubs, and future-forward retail is on the horizon.
But what truly makes Percheron stand out is the quality of homes being built. Top-tier builders, including Classic Homes, Lennar and Vantage Homes, are bringing their expertise to the community, offering a variety of home styles and price points to fit different lifestyles and needs. Whether it’s a thoughtfully designed single-family home, a spacious layout for a growing family, or a low-maintenance option for those always on the go, the choices here reflect the best in modern homebuilding.
WHERE URBAN MEETS OASIS
There’s a reason Colorado Springs has consistently ranked among the best places to live in the country. Residents want space, access to nature, and a strong sense of community, but they don’t want to sacrifice convenience or the energy of city life. Percheron aims to strike that perfect balance.
With easy access to dining and retail, military installations, and major employers, Percheron is ideal for professionals, families, and retirees alike. Close enough to downtown for a quick commute, yet worlds away from the hustle, Percheron offers quiet evenings under open skies with beautiful views of Pikes Peak.
What’s more, the community is designed with the future in mind. Sustainable practices, forward-thinking infrastructure, and a commitment to quality craftsmanship ensure that Percheron won’t just be a great place to live today — but for decades to come.
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COLORADO'S BUILDER
Since 2012, Lokal Homes has been recognized for building award-winning new home communities across Colorado. With townhomes and single-family homes through Colorado Springs, and spacious homesites coming soon to Monument, we have the options to fit your lifestyle.
The Vistas at West Mesa
Victory Ridge Jackson Creek
Countertops from the quarry to
Twenty-seven-year-old Planet Granite, Inc is El Paso County’s largest full-service company and Colorado’s number one native countertop fabricator of choice. PG encourages customers to view the natural stone and engineered quartz collection and hand select their materials at their full-service showroom and stone yard, where one-stop shopping is available. Thousands of slabs are in-stock with selections that range from granite to marble (including locally quarried Colorado White Marble), soapstone, dolomite, travertine and more!
The company has earned a reputation for their expertise in custom design, fabrication and installation, and is accredited by the Natural Stone Institute, the natural stone industry’s third-party verified qualified labor credential for countertop fabricators and commercial installers.
Remember, Planet Granite offers a variety of sinks and faucets for your countertop needs, too!
PG also offers free custom measures for estimates and has a full design team available to assist you in achieving your designs in stone. They can turn your creative dreams into reality!
You can count on Planet Granite for all residential, designer, builder and
commercial clientele countertop and sink projects. Whether you are looking for an organic, natural countertop or engineered stone, PG has options for everyone.
Stop by 3020 N. Stone Ave. in Colorado Springs today or visit www.planetgraniterocks.com online to select your piece of the rock.
DESIGN TIPS:
Nature-inspired palettes integrate indoor-outdoor living
NINA K. GLASER, THE GAZETTE
The word “color” is inherent in Colorado’s name; the literal translation from Spanish is “colored red.” The state’s diverse and magnificent scenery includes desert, earth, forests, mountains, plains, prairies, rivers and sky. Such native beauty likely foretold the descriptive phrase that has been immortalized on car license plates and maps, at tourist information centers, and emblazoned on myriad souvenirs: “Colorful Colorado.”
Our state flag is composed of primary colors blue, red and yellow, coupled with white. The choice — and placement — of the pennant colors offer insight into their inclusion: blue skies, white snow-capped mountains, red soil, and the 300+ days of sunshine recorded. Yet, it is Mother Nature who brings a style guide that you might not have known you needed, featuring paint
colors inspired by the state’s natural landscape and light!
Let us look at some color options for each element of Colorado’s raw beauty:
• Dig the desert? Check out gold, oranges, pink-leaning clay colors, rusty reds, sandy beiges, tans, and terracotta.
• Enamored with the earth? Explore tans and warm grays, as well as amber, khaki, putty, and taupe, as seen in rocky landscapes.
• Floored by forests? Deep greens and rich browns abound in areas with trees and undergrowth.
• Moved by the mountains? There is a wealth of options in the blue, purple, and cool gray category.
• Do you have a penchant for prairies? Consider gold, yellow and sage green colors.
• Stunned by the sky?
• There are innumerable shades of blue available, from pale to deep
(and everything in-between!) Grayish blues evoke still water; a gray-tinged blue-green is reminiscent of stone cliffs; and an inky indigo is the color seen after sunset before the sky goes completely dark.
• The colors of the sun offer shades ranging from straw to cream, butter, banana, and egg yolk.
You can also look to your yard or garden for ideas. These places, like the paint colors they inspire, are fresh, tranquil, and inviting.
• How about a succulent green, as displayed in Xeriscape landscapes?
• Flowers display dusty pinks, lavender, and purples that include fuchsia, hibiscus, mauve, magenta, and orchid.
So many choices ... so many ways to put the power of paint to work, whether on walls or trim. Getting ideas?
ONE PREMIER PROPERTIES:
Your partner in the buying and selling process
One Premier Properties has streamlined the process of buying or selling a home, providing real expertise for your real estate dreams. Their team of industry experts will make sure that you have access to the most up-to-date market data in the area, as well as local contractors, home inspectors, home warranty companies, lending professionals, title companies, and more.
While real estate transactions can often be unpredictable, a seamless transition from contract to closing awaits when you have someone like Doug Petersen, managing broker and owner, working with you!
Petersen knows Colorado Springs and the military, having spent summers at Ft. Carson for training while serving in the U.S. Army and Army Reserves. He is honored to help active or retired military navigate their real estate journey, fully understanding veteran’s benefits and VA loans. He also knows contracting, homebuilding
AMERICAN FURNITURE WAREHOUSE:
Perfect patio essentials
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Is your patio furniture ready for the season? If your loungers are faded or your chairs wobble, it’s time for an upgrade.
Start by making a wishlist — outdoor living is more than just lawn chairs. At AFW, you can find everything from plush outdoor sofas and sectionals to swivel chairs and cozy fire pits that make your backyard feel like an openair living room.
Don’t forget shade! Stylish umbrellas with tilt and light features offer cool
comfort during the day and ambience at night. Just remember to measure your space and consider the wind. Add personality with outdoor rugs to define zones, throw pillows for color, and sculptures for a touch of art. AFW makes patio perfection easy with a huge selection and low prices. Whether you’re looking for loungers, umbrellas or solar lights, shop in-store or online anytime at AFW.com to create your perfect outdoor escape.
and investment banking, having worked in these industries before focusing on real estate exclusively.
Clients have described Petersen as attentive, knowledgeable, patient, responsive and results-oriented. His attention to detail and being able to answer questions have also been noted. With over 33 years in the real estate business, Petersen’s diverse background has prepared him to advise clients on a wide range of topics — from residential and commercial properties to land and ranch opportunities — and help them make informed decisions when negotiating contracts or listing a property.
One Premier Properties, located in Colorado Springs, serves an area from Ft. Collins to Trinidad along the front range, as well as the Vail Valley and other Rocky Mountain areas.
Visit onepremierproperties.com to learn more and search by city, neighborhood and map or get a current valuation of your property. You can also email doug@onepremierproperties.com or call 719-845-7700 to make an appointment to meet at 525 North Cascade Ave., Suite 202.
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Doug Petersen, owner and managing broker at One Premier Properties
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Adaptive Mobility was established in 2020 by Kate Johnson, a licensed general contractor and Mike D’Ippolito, a certified project management professional and U.S. Army veteran. Their inspiration: personal experiences with family members facing mobility challenges. Their goal: to ensure no family or business is left without solutions for accessibility needs. The company specializes in commercial and residential access ramps, as well as bathroom remodeling. Additional services include doorway widening, flooring replacement, grab bars/railings and sensory rooms. Typically, most insurance companies do not offer coverage for this type of work, but Adaptive Mobility is well connected with numerous nonprofits throughout the state, as well as licensed to work with certain programs with the VA
If you’re like 90% of Americans who plan to age in place, don’t hesitate to call 719-204-5008, text or email admin@adaptivemobilityusa.com to see how they can help turn your house into your forever home.
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Classic Homes has been recognized as a leading builder in El Paso County for more than thirty-five years. We’ve been creating desirable communities, incredible parks and building award-winning homes throughout Colorado Springs and Monument since 1989. When you’re ready to make your next move, we invite you to visit one of our premier hometown communities.
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With breathtaking mountain views, miles of trails, and a vibrant sense of community, it’s no wonder Wolf Ranch has consistently been voted the #1 Best Neighborhood in Colorado Springs. For over 20 years, this vibrant master-planned community has been thoughtfully designed to blend natural beauty, everyday convenience, and strong community connections.
What is like to live here? Wolf Ranch is more than just a neighborhood; it's a community that fosters connections through family-friendly events and activities promoting a healthy, active lifestyle.
Looking for upscale living? You will find Wolf Ranch delivers with our diverse range of new homes. Each home is crafted with a focus on natural lighting, comfortable living spaces, and energy efficiency. You can explore available homes for sale on wolf-ranch.com.
With stunning mountain views, a welcoming atmosphere, and a lifestyle built around connection, Wolf Ranch isn’t just a neighborhood—it’s the heart of Colorado living.
