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contents APR 11 - MAY 9, 2014 || VOLUME 26 ISSUE 4

Community Profile

P. 101

tRUmPEtER BY BiG LAKE New homes for all tastes, stages of life and budget

features & editorials

hoMebuYers’ heLp

in the neWs

in everY issue

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housing market

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morrison homes

10 Editor’s Note coLuMnists

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Fundamentally Speaking

Homeownership affordability eases slightly: RBC

by Wayne Karl

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46

chBA - Alberta

58

For Sale: a logical approach to an emotional decision

by Lydia McNutt

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the tax man

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make Your move

Unpack your common sense for a smooth move

by Chuck Resnick

130

by Shane’s Landscaping & Contracting Ltd.

Living Green

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70

Living Green

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community Profile

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Style inspiration

94

by Wayne Karl

118

Four reasons to choose an energy-efficient new home Trumpeter by Big Lake – homes for all tastes, stages and budgets Floral or Ikat

by Sara Duck

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Showhome Review

132

Web directory

homebuyers’ help

Landscaping trends: investing in the outdoors

Decor news, inspiration, style and more

44

Is your lunch tax deductible?

by George Dube

the Scoop

Going Green – in more ways than one

Builders get a jump on spring

home Sweet home

Mortgage calculator and rate table

by Sara Duck

by Jim Rivait

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New homebuyers’ Resource Section

The best of both worlds at Vita at Crystallina Nera Edmonton area builders, developers and communities

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Edmonton housing market brisk and balanced requalifies as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies

Education

Alberta schools offer the most choice: Fraser Institute

Rohit Land development Cambrian Crossing Area Structure Plan approved

Sabal homes

brings new meaning to Blank Canvas with basement

Bmo

First-time buyers increase budgets; prices cause delays

Sabal homes

achieves referral milestone: Eliant Surveys

Ranger Realty

Welcome spring at McConachie’s grand opening

by Salina Yara Halabi

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Walton development

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chBA - Edmonton

VITA at Crystallina Nera now officially open confers Awards of Excellence

on the cover

p. 66

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Life in Ambleside – in their own words

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Daiana Garay editor

Wayne Karl contributing editors

In their own words: Life in Ambleside Pages 66 & 67

Sara Duck Elisa Krovblit Lydia McNutt

senior media consultants

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//EDITOR’S NOTE

What rules your new-home choice?

Lifestyle increasingly influential for buyers

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Wall2Wall Media Susan.Legge@wall2wallmedia.com Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/SusanLegge

ew-home buyers are often driven by different influences, but there’s no doubt lifestyle is an increasingly important factor.

Whether you’re considering a home near the beach, a golf course or a city penthouse or pied-à-terre, you’re likely looking to compensate for what you don’t have in your current residence.

The amount of living space is usually the issue – either too much or too little.

Most young families are looking for more living space, which is why builders are designing homes with interiors that maximize every square foot of living space to make the most of your money.

As we get older, the quest for living space may take a different direction.

Downsizing is usually the answer, although many homeowners with existing homes in suburban or rural areas are acquiring townhomes or piedà-terres in the city. An urban location gives owners and their friends a chance to enjoy the social and cultural activities of the city without having to drive for hours to get home.

In today’s hectic world, your new home will be your retreat, so it’s important to find a home that suits your needs and lifestyle. In this issue, we profile new communities which offer the perfect place to put up your feet, plus the latest industry news and features about buying and owning a new home.

Enjoy!

How Green is your home?

New homes today are far more energy efficient and cleaner, offering you opportunities to save and live heathier

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WAYNE KARL

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10 NEW HOME GUIDE | APR 11 - MAY 9, 2014

ven though the first day of spring is March 20 (something Mother Nature largely ignored), April usually offers more signs that the season has actually arrived. Temperatures begin to rise, rain rinses away winter’s residue, and in a matter of days (we hope), tree buds sprout and green will wash around us.

It’s also the natural time of year when people renew their commitment to living Green.

When it comes to buying a home, newly built product today is miles ahead of that from 25, 20 and even 10 years ago.

For evidence of this, see pages 58 and 70 in this issue, as well as the community features, among other content. There, you will learn more about

some of the programs and innovations home builders use to make their homes as Green as possible. In 2014, building Green isn’t much of an option – it’s what sells, what makes sense, and what you – the consumer – wants.

Still, there are varying degrees of “Green-ness,” and builders offer different features and technologies to meet today’s increasingly stringent standards for energy efficiency and “clean” housing.

As you’re out touring new home sales centres and model homes, ask each builder you’re serious about buying from: How Green is this home?

You’ll be pleasantly surprised by the answers, and you’ll feel even better about your new-home buying decision.

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// homebuyers’ help

Calculate your mortgage payments MORTGAGE PAYMENT CALCULATION CHART

Calculate your mortgage payments monthly Pre-Tax Income

divide by 3

chart figure

amortization amount

Spouse’s pre-tax income

affordable monthly payments

amount of mortgage divided by 1,000

estimated monthly taxes & heat

Interest Rates %

total Pre-tax income

amount of mortgage (price – down payment)

amortization amount

monthly payments

Amortization Periods 10 yrs

15 yrs

20 yrs

25 yrs

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5.00%

10.58

7.88

6.57

5.82

5.34

5.25%

10.70

8.01

6.74

5.96

5.49

5.50%

10.82

8.14

6.85

6.10

5.64

5.75%

10.94

8.27

6.98

6.25

5.79

6.00%

11.07

8.40

7.12

6.40

5.95

6.25%

11.19

8.53

7.26

6.55

6.11

6.50%

11.31

8.66

7.41

6.70

6.26

6.75%

11.43

8.80

7.55

6.85

6.42

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11.56

8.93

7.69

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6.59

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11.68

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7.84

7.16

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11.81

9.21

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7.32

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11.94

9.34

8.14

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12.06

9.48

8.28

7.63

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12.19

9.62

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7.79

7.42

Follow these steps to see if you’ll qualify for a mortgage on your dream home

01 02 03

Calculate the combined monthly before-tax income of you and your spouse.

Divide by three. This figure is the monthly payment you can afford to make on your home.

Take the total price of the home and subtract the amount of money you expect to make as a down payment. This is the money you will have to borrow.

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Refer to the chart on the opposite page. Look down the left column and locate the interest rate you expect to pay.

Line this up with the amortization period of your choice. (Most firsttime buyers take the 25-year amortization.)

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Add to this your estimated monthly heating costs and monthly property taxes.

If this figure is equal to or less than one-third of your gross monthly income (calculated in Step 2), you’ll qualify for a mortgage on your dream home.

Multiply this figure by the amount you need to borrow.

Divide by 1,000. » Bear in mind that this is a rough estimate. If you have several other large loans already, you may qualify for less. Also, banks and trust companies vary in their policies. The best way to know what you can afford is to go to the lending institution of your choice andget pre-qualified.

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3.140

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4.390

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3.750

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2.890

2.890

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3.390

3.290

First National Financial

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3.950

2.990

2.590

2.790

2.870

3.190

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4.450

3.600

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4.990

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3.150

3.650

3.640

3.690

3.890

ING Direct

3.000

-

3.190

3.240

3.490

3.690

3.990

Investors Group Trust

3.000

4.200

3.140

3.140

3.750

4.640

4.990

London Life

3.000

4.200

3.140

3.140

3.750

4.640

4.990

Manulife Bank

2.700

4.450

3.000

3.050

3.100

3.300

3.340

Manulife Trust

-

4.450

3.000

3.050

3.100

3.300

3.340

Meridian Credit Union

2.600

4.000

3.090

3.140

3.650

4.390

2.980

National Bank

3.100

4.400

3.140

3.140

3.750

4.640

4.990

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4.500

3.150

3.500

3.950

3.950

3.490

President’s Choice Fin’l

3.000

6.190

3.390

3.240

3.590

3.690

4.090

Royal Bank of Canada

3.000

3.140

3.140

3.040

3.750

4.540

4.940

Servus Credit Union

-

4.000

3.140

3.040

3.750

4.390

4.990

Steinbach Credit Union

-

-

2.700

3.000

3.100

3.250

3.450

3.000

4.000

3.090

3.040

3.440

3.940

4.790

Windsor Family C.U.

-

4.450

3.140

3.140

3.750

3.950

4.290

Your Neighbourhood C.U.

-

-

2.890

2.990

3.190

3.450

3.440

Peace Hills Trust

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Mortgage Types All mortgages are of two basic types: Conventional: The buyer can borrow up to 80% of the purchase price or the value of the property, whichever is less.

The buyer has to pay 20% down.

A conventional mortgage cannot exceed 80% of the value of the property.

Insured or High-Ratio: A buyer can borrow up to 95% of the purchase price or the value of the property, whichever is less. The down payment can be as low as 5%.

Mortgage OPTIONS You can choose any of these mortgage options which fit into the two basic mortgage types.

Lenders may even customize these options to suit your needs.

Open mortgage: Allows borrowers to repay all or part of the total amount of their mortgage at any time without penalty.

Because of flexibility, this is ideal for borrowers who plan to sell their homes in the near future or who want to switch from a short-term mortgage at high interest rates to a longer term when mortgage interest rates fall.

Closed mortgage: Usually has the lowest interest rate available but lacks the flexible features of other mortgage options.

A good choice for those who want the security of knowing their monthly payment is fixed for a longer term.

Prepayment options are available but they are subject to conditions.

Portable mortgage: Flexibility if borrowers move.

Borrowers can take the mortgage to their new home or can transfer it (usually with the consent of the lender) to the purchaser of their old home. This is an attractive option if the rate on the existing mortgage is lower than current rates.

Prepared by CANNEX on MARCH 31, 2014. This information is current as of the date and time posted and is subject to change without notice. © Copyright 2014 CANNEX Financial Exchanges Limited. All rights reserved.

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//IN THE NEWS

Edmonton housing market brisk and balanced

Buoyed by a strong outlook for the energy sector, Edmonton’s housing market is posting brisk gains, according to The Conference Board of Canada’s initial Housing Briefing: Bubble Fears Overblown.

The resale market is balanced overall. The sales-tonew-listings ratio has drifted higher since 2010.

Sales rose briskly in 2013 and price growth is picking up along with sales.

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Single and multiple-unit housing starts typically post similar volumes in Edmonton, but multi-family starts surged last year. With single starts also up slightly last year, overall housing starts grew in 2013. Yet, the ratio of housing starts to population growth is hovering slightly below its historical average.

Nationally, and in some local markets, Canadian house prices may be headed for a modest decline, but fears of a housing bubble are exaggerated.

“Mortgage costs, not just house prices, are the principal deciding factor for potential homebuyers,” says Robin Wiebe, senior economist, Centre for Municipal Studies.

“Mortgage rates are expected to rise this year, but not dramatically, because the Canadian economy remains in a slow-growth mode.

“The housing market may undergo a correction, but it is more likely to be a soft landing than a bubble bursting.”

Fears of a housing bubble hinge on ratios of house prices to apartment rents and to incomes. The Conference Board’s view is that while these ratios are high, they are also misleading. Better indicators of affordability are the ratios of mortgage payments to rents and to incomes, and neither presents much cause for alarm about a housing bubble.

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//In the news

Morrison Homes requalifies as one of Canada’s Gold Standard ‘BEST MANAGED COMPANIES‘ FOR 2013

Morrison Homes retains its ranking in national program that recognizes excellence in Canadian-owned and –managed companies

Morrison Homes has announced it has requalified as one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies, retaining its Gold Standard Member status. This is the fifth year in a

row the company has been recognized by the prestigious national award sponsored by Deloitte, CIBC, National Post and Queen’s School of Business.

“Our company is humbled by this repeated honour,” says Dave Gladney, president and CEO of Morrison Homes.

“Achieving this level of business excellence takes a unified effort and is a testament to our commitment to our customers. I want to congratulate all of our employees, partners and customers for contributing to this remarkable achievement.”

The Canada’s Best Managed Companies program is the ultimate marker of Canadian corporate success. Established in 1993, the Deloitte program receives hundreds of applicants each year from entrepreneurial companies competing in a rigorous and independent process that evaluates the caliber of their management abilities and practices.

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“Companies that successfully requalify for the prestigious Canada’s Best Managed Program are making a positive impact in the Canadian marketplace by pursuing innovation and investing in meeting the needs of their clients,” says Jon Hountalas, executive vice-president, business ranking, CIBC. The 2013 winners of the Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies award, along with Requalified, Gold Standard and Platinum Club Members, were honoured at the annual Best Managed gala in Toronto on April 1.

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//FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKING

Homeownership affordability

IN ALBERTA EASES SLIGHTLY » by WAYNE KARL

WAYNE KARL

is an award-winning writer and editor with experience in real estate and business.

In Fundamentally Speaking, Wayne explores the basics – such as economic fundamentals – you need to examine when buying property.

He can be reached at

wayne.karl@wall2wallmedia.com

or follow him on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl

Amid all the ongoing talk of mortgage rates, market conditions, high levels of household debt and economic uncertainty, good news comes from RBC Economics Research’s latest Housing Trends and Affordability report. After two straight quarters of modest deterioration, housing affordability improved mildly in Canada in the fourth quarter of 2013, thanks primarily to income gains and still-low mortgage rates.

“The relative strength in income gains in Canada offset the minor increase in homeownership costs in the final months of 2013, meaning that homes were more affordable for those looking to buy,” says Craig Wright, senior vice-president and chief economist, RBC. The RBC report notes that household incomes outpaced a modest rise in mortgage carrying costs associated with buying a home at market value in the fourth quarter, which contributed to the improvement in affordability. Easing price gains in most markets across the country and marginal increases in mortgage rates kept the rise in mortgage carrying costs subdued.

The way RBC’s affordability measures work is, the higher the measure, the more difficult it is to afford a home.

For example, an affordability measure of 50 per cent means that homeownership costs, including mortgage payments,

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utilities and property taxes, take up 50 per cent of a typical household’s pre-tax income. A decline in the measure represents an improvement in affordability.

For the Alberta market, owning a home at market value became slightly more affordable for most housing categories in the fourth quarter. RBC’s measures fell by 0.5 percentage points (meaning it became more affordable) to 34.6 per cent for two-storey homes and by 0.2 percentage points to 32.7 per cent for bungalows. The measure for condominium apartments edged higher by 0.1 percentage points to 19.9 per cent – still the most affordable of all provinces in the country. Constructive

Household incomes outpaced a modest rise in mortgage carrying costs associated with buying a home at market value, RBC says. affordability conditions, a booming provincial economy and strong population growth will continue to fuel demand for housing in Alberta in the year ahead, RBC says.

For the Edmonton market, specifically, affordability improved slightly in two-storey homes, declining 0.5 per cent to 36.5 per cent. Standard condominiums remained flat at 20.3 per cent, while detached bungalows became slightly less affordable, with the index rising 0.1 per cent to 33.3 per cent.

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//industry updates – chba - alberta

Builders

get a jump on spring » by jim rivait

jim rivait

Jim Rivait is Chief Executive Officer of CHBA – Alberta. Starting his career working in government, Jim spent the last decade working in the private sector specializing in government relations, advocacy, strategic communications, policy development/analysis and association management.

Edmonton’s builders got a jump start on spring by bumping up the number of single-family homes under construction by a healthy 25 per cent in the first couple of months of the year.

That’s almost 900 more homes in a city coming off a strong year when starts climbed to nearly 6,000.

Optimism about our city’s prospects is also lifting home sales and is sure to have many people thinking about buying their first home.

To get ready, they have been watching their spending to save for a down payment, setting a budget and talking to parents about whether they can help out.

In Alberta, these first-time buyers are planning to put 15 per cent as a down payment. A new survey by BMO also shows that buyers here plan to spend substantially more than other Canadians.

They are also watching the market – with 40 per cent resetting their purchase time line due to rising real estate prices.

But with our city growing three times faster than the rest of the country, delaying a purchase is not likely to bring any price breaks.

Calgary has already set new record prices and “Edmonton is within a hair of peak levels as well,” says Robert Kavic, senior economist with BMO Capital Markets.

He called a recent report, “Alberta Bound … for Another Housing Boom.”

The same factors that have economists such as Kavic singing our praises are helping to convince renters to buy into the Edmonton market.

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Employment is growing in Alberta at 3.8 per cent per year – that’s compared to almost no growth elsewhere in Canada.

And the energy sector boom is spilling over to create jobs in construction, trade, professional services and hospitality.

Along with plenty of jobs, come the highest wages in Canada, Kavic says.

“Wage differentials between Alberta and the rest of Canada continue to widen. Consider that the average hourly wage rate is $6 higher in Alberta than in Atlantic Canada, the widest gap in decades.”

Looking ahead, the traditional Alberta advantages – low income taxes and no provincial sales taxes – will continue to attract new residents even if other parts of Canada recover from the economic slump.

The strong employment picture, along with growth forecasts that far outshine the national average, point to a tightening supply of homes for sale.

Fortunately for buyers, BMO says we have not returned to the wild times last decade when new homes were snapped up at a frenzied pace. Edmonton stands out within the province as a place where new-home buyers continue to have a wide range of choices.

Even better, paying for a mortgage takes a much smaller bite out of household income now than during boom times.

Kavic joins other economic observers in predicting that home prices will rise and home builders will respond to market demand with more construction.

“This is clearly a case of superior economic and demographic fundamentals at work, not a bubble rearing its head.”

All signs point to a busy construction season. And plenty of reasons to start putting your money to work building equity in a valuable asset – your new home – rather than a rent bill that’s sure to keep on rising.

Our members helped build almost 6,000 single-family homes last year. Let them help you find a home to match both your dreams and budget.

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The Estates

at Waters Edge R

ecreational lake front property has long been exclusively thought of as a summer treat. From that first warm weekend at the end of May, residents of cottage country do their best to squeeze in as much time at the lake before the leaves and snow fall.

There is, however, a new development in Alberta that offers the exclusive benefits of lakeside living year-round. Whether prospective buyers are looking for a weekend retreat or a permanent residence, The Estates at Waters Edge offers unique, single-family homes to accommodate a range of budgets and lifestyles.

This secure, gated development is situated 45 minutes west of Edmonton on the shore of Lac St. Anne. As a perennial community equipped with resort-style amenities, residents enjoy the beauty that every season has to offer.

Summer activities include water sports, fishing, walking, biking, or golfing at a nearby course.

Winter brings its own selection of outdoor activities, including snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and ice fishing. For skating and hockey enthusiasts, there is an outdoor NHL-sized ice rink, complete with a skate change and warm-up facility. Access to a private boat launch and a maintained marina allows for carefree boating enjoyment. For social gatherings, a clubhouse, featuring a kitchen, dining area and games room, can accommodate gatherings both small and large.

Home designs are created in-house by the Waters Edge Architecture Team to keep turnaround time to a minimum. Most home builders charge a fee for any changes to their plans, however, this service is complementary for buyers who choose to build with Waters Edge.

Owners can also choose to purchase an undeveloped lot and construct with their preferred builder as long as the proposed design fits within the architectural and landscaping guidelines.

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Waters Edge homes have been designed in a timeless Craftsman-style and are available in an array of two to four bedroom floor plans ranging from 1,150 to 2,500+ sq.ft.. Layouts and room sizes are completely customizable to ensure that each plan meets the buyer’s needs. Yards are fully landscaped and can include a choice of parking pad, attached or detached garage. A variety of high-quality interior finishing packages are also available and owners can rest easy knowing that their residence comes with a 10-year Progressive Home Warranty to ensure the highest home construction quality.

Lot prices start in the low $100,000’s, and two bedroom residences with completely landscaped lots start in the low $300,000’s.

Two brand new showhomes are now open and available for immediate possession. Contact Mike at 780-405-6378 or 1-877-405-1105 or visit watersedgeestates.ca for more information.

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All in the details‌

architectural

CUT-OUTS Remember making paper snowflakes as a kid – the juxtaposition of positive and negative space generates a dramatic result between solid and transparent, open and closed. Now, a more grown up version of the cut-out is used in some of the worlds finest homes. Here are a few of my favorites: 1. WOOD CUT-OUT DETAILS IN CEILINGS This suspended ceiling is made of a series of boxes made of koto wood. Random perforation of the wood panels provides the acoustic and diffuse lighting needs for the entire room.

2. FENCING Contrary to the typical chain link or wooden fence, this mostly solid fence, made of untreated mild carbon steel, has whimsical perforated cutouts in the form of stylized birds.

3. WALL SCREENS

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design. Shown here is one cut out of MDF and painted to match the trim, while the other is in an anodized metal.

4. DOORS More interesting and textural than a standard wood door, this sliding door, is made of an inset prefabricated laser-cut MDF panel from Richelieu Hardware.

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//IN THE NEWS

Alberta schools offer the most choice in Canada: FRASER INSTITUTE Alberta continues to offer parents the greatest degree of school choice in Canada, according to a new study by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank.

“School choice empowers parents, and a growing body of research confirms that students benefit when parents have educational choices and schools are forced to compete with one another,” says Jason Clemens, executive vice-president of the Fraser Institute and co-author of Measuring Choice and Competition in Canadian Education.

The study analyzes the public system, independent schools and home schooling, to determine the degree of choice available to parents, and the level of school competition across Canada.

Some provinces rely on choice and competition within the public system while others rely more on independent schools to provide choice.

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Total enrolment in public schools in Canada ranges from a low of 87.5 per cent of students in British Columbia and Quebec to a high of 98.8 per cent in Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador. Too often, however, observers falsely equate high public school enrolment with lack of parental choice and competition.

For instance, Alberta and Ontario offer a great deal of

parental choice within the public school system. Both provinces provide four fully-funded public education systems: English public, French public, English Catholic and French Catholic.

Additionally, Alberta, unlike any other province, also fully funds charter schools.

In contrast, British Columbia, Quebec and the Atlantic provinces offer only two choices within the public school system – English and French public schools, although second language schools are quite limited except in New Brunswick.

INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS

Enrolment in independent schools varies from a low of 0.9 per cent of students in New Brunswick to a high of 12.5 per cent in Quebec, while BC (12.1 per cent), Manitoba (7.4 per cent), Ontario (5.1 per cent) and Alberta (4.6 per cent) also have active independent school systems. Parents outside of Ontario, Alberta and Saskatchewan (which all fully fund certain types of religious schools, mainly Catholic) must look to the independent school system for religious education.

Financial support for independent schools varies by province and also contributes to enrolment disparity. All four western provinces and Quebec partially fund the operating costs of independent schools. Ontario and the Atlantic provinces provide no public funding for independent schools. And no province provides capital funding.

HOME SCHOOLING

While all 10 provinces permit home schooling, Alberta, which provides $1,641 per home school student, has the highest percentage of home school enrolment (1.6 per cent). In most other provinces, home school enrolment sits below 0.5 per cent.

“Because provinces have autonomy over education, the degree of school choice and competition varies across Canada.

Parents in Alberta enjoy choice in both the public and independent school systems, Ontario relies largely on the public system, while Quebec and BC rely more on independent schools.

And unfortunately for parents in the Atlantic provinces, they’re afforded the least educational choice and competition in Canada,” Clemens says.

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DEVELOPER: MLC Group BUILDERS: Active Homes, Impact Homes, Rosecroft Custom Homes LOCATION: Junction of Hwy. 21 and Hwy. 15 on 94 Street

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DEVELOPER: Strata Developments BUILDERS: Open to public LOCATION: Southfort Drive & Greenfield Way

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AREA INFO • POPULATION: Over 18,653 • LOCATED: Adjacent to the northeast boundary of the provincial capital, the City of Edmonton-15 minutes close.

• SCHOOLS: 6 Public Schools, 3 Separate Schools, 1 Christian School.

• GROCERY: Sobey’s Station Square, Canada Safeway, No Frills.

• RECREATION & CULTURE FACILITIES: Dow Centennial Centre, Tennis courts, campground, baseball diamonds, golf course, indoor pool, outdoor ice rinks (2), curling rink, 3 arenas, indoor soccer, gymnasium, fitness centre, performing arts theatre, visual arts gallery, pottery studio.

• MEDICAL FACILITIES: New Hospital Opening in 2012, 5 Medical Clinics.

• PARKS & PATHWAYS: 360 hectares of park/ recreational/ natural land with 30 kilometres of paved trails for walking, running, biking, rollerblading and cross-country skiing.

A quiet, friendly, family oriented community.

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For Sale:

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Lydia McNutt

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Well, it’s settled. We’re selling the house. My husband and I love our area, but we’re bursting at the seams.

If only our house had a little more room – well, maybe two or three more rooms! – we’d never leave.

If you’ve decided to make a move, your choice is likely the result of some other major milestone in your life.

Maybe you’ve graduated from university and landed your dream job.

Maybe you’re getting married and want to plant your roots. Perhaps, like my family, you’ve outgrown your current home.

So, here we are: the “For Sale” sign is up and our schedule now revolves around showings – the bane of my existence. Strangers size up our home, sit on our sofa, scrutinize the decor, and snoop through the closets and cabinets.

I wonder how many of these “prospective purchasers” are serious buyers versus browsers? And, well, everyone who walks through the front door has got to be the one, right? Boy, this is already taking a toll, and it’s just the beginning!

Deciding to move is an emotional experience. The experts will tell you that you have to detach from the process. Think objectively. Leave your feelings at the door. But parting with something as personal as a home is easier said than done.

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Apart from emotions, a real estate transaction involves money – lots of it. This is probably the biggest and most complicated purchase you’ll make in your lifetime, so hiring qualified professionals who have been there, done that is key to a solid, successful, and hopefully, stress-free experience. Don’t think of it as spending money, rather as saving you hassle and avoiding mistakes that could cost you a bundle in the long run.

Mortgage Broker The broker’s job is to find the

best interest rate and terms. Aside from potentially saving you thousands in interest over the life of your mortgage, you don’t have to pay for this service. Sound too good to be true? Mortgage brokers are compensated by the lender who gets your business, so let them do the legwork while you reap the rewards.

Real estate agent This is your guide, especially if

you’ve never bought or sold a home. An agent can advise you on the best neighbourhoods and homes to meet your budget and lifestyle, and will negotiate on your behalf to get you the best deal on your buy. If you’re considering a DIY sale, how much time can you devote to marketing, showings and closing the deal? That alone is a full-time job, and you probably already have one of those.

Real Estate lawyer Don’t skip this step in the

interest of saving a few bucks – it’s a drop in the bucket, in the grand scheme of things. A home is an investment of hundreds of thousands of dollars, so do your due diligence.

Home inspector The money pit is a scary reality

many homebuyers jump right into, and one that can be avoided. A home inspector will identify components in your potential home that are missing, broken, unsafe and not up to code. While you may be tempted to forgo this condition of purchase – especially if you find yourself in a multiple offer – do so at your own risk!

It can be difficult to think impartially about something as personal as a home, which can complicate things when it comes to pricing, staging and selling it. A professional, objective opinion certainly makes “detaching” a little easier.

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Cambrian Crossing Area Structure Plan approved by council Rohit Land Development has announced that the revised Area Structure Plan (ASP) for the up and coming Cambrian neighbourhood in Sherwood Park was unanimously approved by all the voting Strathcona County Council members. The company would like to thank the

Strathcona County council members and administration who worked with Rohit Land Development to support the plan, as well as the Strathcona County residents who were consulted to ensure their needs and desires were represented in the changes.

The previous ASP was adjusted to increase the residential capacity of Cambrian, located in the urban service area just north of Yellowhead Trail on Clover Bar Road, providing a solution to the decreasing supply of developable land in Sherwood Park – the third best place to live in Canada, according to Money Sense Magazine. This development will ensure a continued lot supply in Sherwood Park, allowing existing residents the opportunity to relocate within their community and also provides affordable options for first-time buyers to stay within the community they grew up in and love.

The ASP also focuses on the unique location of Cambrian by providing residents the luxury of benefitting from the highest percentage of neighbourhood open space in Sherwood Park, including access to the Old Man Creek park and trail system that will run through the community. Adding a school site to the ASP along with being located only minutes away from Emerald Hills Commercial Centre and the new Strathcona Community Hospital, will have Cambrian residents close to services and amenities. In addition to those offsite amenities, the Cambrian plan incorporates significant opportunity for walkable neighbourhood commercial services.

This complete community will feature a broad mix of housing ranging from ravine estate homes to entry level affordable housing and all products in between. Russell Dauk, vice-president of Land Development and Commercial for Rohit Group of Companies, says “Rohit envisions a community that will appeal to a wide array of residents, as we have included all aspects of the housing

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market in one community. From new-home buyers to retirees, we will have something for everyone in a master-planned community.” This will all lead to a population of more than 11,000 people in this diverse neighbourhood. The community will be self-sustainable, with a variety of housing, commercial, business employment, parks, schools and mixed use commercial areas that will create a balance of live, work and play.

Russell further acknowledges the importance of this approval and the anticipation that has come with it. “This revised Cambrian Area Structure Plan is one of the most detailed plans I have worked on over my 20 plus years in the industry. I am extremely proud of the design that evolved, and with this approval, Cambrian is one step closer to coming alive, as we work towards our goal of servicing the first stage in 2015.”

About Rohit Land Development

Rohit Land Development is a division of the Rohit Group of Companies which also includes Rohit Communities (a three time Greater Edmonton Builder of the Year award winner) and Rohit Commercial (a growing commercial/industrial business unit). Rohit Land Development is committed to bringing to life high quality and distinctive communities throughout Alberta. Rohit’s knowledge of residential and commercial development allows them to master-plan neighbourhoods with a clear vision of the final product their residents will call home.

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DEVELOPER: Dundee Developments BUILDERS: Coventry Homes, Crystal Creek Homes, Landmark Homes, Landmark Legacy Homes, Lincolnberg Master Builder, Landmark Communities LOCATION: South of 23 Avenue and East of 34 Street DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Pacesetter Homes, Sterling Homes, Landmark Homes, Tristate Signature Homes, Bedrock Homes, Connect Homes LOCATION:34 Street & 16A Avenue

DEVELOPER: Dundee Developments BUILDERS: Homes by Avi, Coventry Homes, Crystal Creek Homes, Landmark Legacy, Landmark Communities, Bedrock Homes LOCATION: Maple Road (38th Avenue NW) and 8th Street DEVELOPER: CarringtonLand BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes LOCATION: 5624 7th Ave SW.

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DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Mosaic Townhomes, Brookfield Duplexes, Innovations by Jayman, Daytona Homes Master Builder, Landmark Homes, Homes by Avi, Pacesetter Homes, Landmark Classic Homes, Canyon Spring Master builder, Aacropolis Homes LOCATION: Ellerslie Rd. & Parsons Rd.

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DEVELOPER:Brookfield Residential BUILDERS:Front attached Homes: Homes by Avi, Sterling Homes, Jayman MasterBUILT Rear-Detached Homes: Landmark Legacy Homes, Daytona Master Builder Semi-Detached:Axio by Brookfield Homes LOCATION:turn south off of Ellerslie on 91st Street, turn east on 25th Ave SW.

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DEVELOPER: Cancom Development BUILDER: Konark Homes, Cancom Homes, Infiniti Homes, Open LOCATION : South on 101 Street to Towship Road 510. Turn east to EastVistas Blvd. (follow signs)

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TIPS FOR ENTERTAINING Celebrate the long, warm, summer nights by entertaining outside. Interior stylist and TV personality Janette Ewen gives you advice on throwing the perfect outdoor party.

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HOW CAN YOU PREP YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE FOR THE PARTY? Give your space a quick power wash and clean up any debris. also, make sure hedges are trimmed back and get rid of any still water. i also like to make sure my pathways and patio are well lit. use lEd lanterns in combination with off! powerpad lamps.Th is way your outdoor space will be well lit, stylish and keep mosquitoes away. you can pick up the off! powerpad lamps from your local canadian tire for $13.

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WHAT ARE YOUR FAVOURITE SHOPS TO HIT WHEN PREPARING FOR AN OUTDOOR PARTY? homesense and The Great canadian superstore are great spots to pick up decor and entertaining must-haves. when i’m on a budget, i always pop into dollarama for affordable outdoor toys and treats for the kids.

party hats. $4 for eight. noisemakers. $4 for eight. happy day banner. $5.

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our beloved cheap and chic store target has teamed up with three top bloggers to create individual party and entertaining capsule collections – set to launch through out the year.

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WHAT ARE SOME EXTRA SPECIAL TOUCHES THE HOST CAN PROVIDE FOR GUESTS? welcome your guests with a signature cocktail. fill a large wine glass with prosecco (as yummy as champagne but less expensive) and place a fruitfl avored popsicle in each. The presentation looks amazing and the popsicle keeps the prosecco icecold. Guests can either dip their popsicle and sip their drink or let the popsicle melt and enjoy.

cake toppers. $4. cake stand. $25.

Goblet cups. $4 for four. European water bottle. $10.

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WHAT ARE SOME FACTORS TO CONSIDER WHEN THROWING AN OUTDOOR PARTY? when planning an outdoor event, choose an underlying theme and let it guide your decor, activity, food and beverage choices (maybe even your attire). it will help you focus when making decisions on party elements. when it comes to outdoor decor and entertaining for spring/summer 2014 the look is all about fun and playful chic. Th ink a little less rustic as seen in years past and a whole lot more carefree “jet-set.” The jet-set look is about glamour and travel. it’s the hot look for 2014 and gives canadians that wondering feeling they’re living the relaxed and luxurious lifestyle of monaco, st. tropez, capri or palm springs.

HOW CAN YOU ARRANGE OUTDOOR FURNITURE TO ENCOURAGE A COMFORTABLE PARTY, YET ROOM FOR GUESTS TO MINGLE AND ENJOY FOOD AND DRINKS? Th ink about creating designated “rooms” in your outdoor space – living, dining and relaxing. clearly define the rooms by using outdoor rugs, planters and sculpture. make sure you leave clear, well-lit pathways between the rooms. i like to set up several drinks and snack stations so the flow of guests keeps moving and doesn’t get stuck in the dining area.

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Going Green, in more ways than one Achieving a healthy home and environment – while saving money » by Wayne Karl When buying a new home today, most buyers expect the latest and greatest in energy efficiency – everything from heating and cooling, to windows and insulation, to the water system and appliances.

And most new-home builders in the Edmonton area deliver on these features – in spades.

Some buyers, however, strive to go the extra Green mile, to use as little energy as possible, still living in a comfortable and healthy home – all the while saving money.

For those purchasers, one Edmonton company strives to help consumers reduce the carbon footprint associated with their home, while maximizing savings in operating it.

De Waal Developments Ltd., a small volume builder, specializes in highly sustainable and energy efficient homes in infill neighborhoods.

What does that mean, exactly, when today’s new homes are far more efficient, healthier, cleaner and less expensive to operate than those built 10, 15 and 25 years ago?

It can mean huge savings.

Consider, for example, that typical new homes built to building code standards will have an EnerGuide rating of 72.

“Increasing the EnerGuide rating by just one point results roughly in a three- to five-per-cent reduction in energy consumption,” says Koen de Waal, president of De Waal Developments. “An EnerGuide rating of 88 reduces the home’s energy consumption by between 51 and 85 per cent.

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“Our homes are built sustainable and energy efficient and start with an EnerGuide 80 rating at no additional cost to you,” says De Waal. “You start saving on your utility bills right away, and you significantly reduce your carbon footprint. A De Waal home is a home for life.”

This is not just a mantra for De Waal’s business – it’s his life. He lives in one of the very homes he built, one in the McKernan neighbourhood of Edmonton which has an EnerGuide rating of 88, without the use of renewable energy.

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» 97 per cent efficient forced air furnace with programmable Wi-Fi thermostat » 95 per cent efficient HRV with programmable thermostat » Drain water heat recovery system » European wood burning stove » LED lighting » Miele induction cooking » Dual flush toilets and low flow faucets Highly Insulated Building Envelope

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» Air sealing and multiple blower door tests at various stages of construction produce very tight building shell (ACH 0.75) Passive Solar Design

» Home is designed around the annual path of the sun. In cold winter months when the sun is lower on the horizon, it enters through expansive south windows and warms the house. In summer when the sun is higher on the horizon, it does not enter the house, keeping indoor temperature cool.

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» Home is designed for future installation of a solar array with enough capacity to offset entire electricity consumption “I am very passionate about building sustainable and energy efficient homes,” says De Waal. “Living in such a home has been truly life changing. You experience a high level of indoor air quality. You become aware of your natural surroundings because the sun starts to play a big role in heating your home, and your utility bills are laughable.”

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//THE TAX MAN

Is your lunch tax deductible? » by George E. Dube Question: My husband and I painted and shampooed the carpet at our investment condo recently after our tenant moved out, to prepare the unit for the new tenant. We obviously needed to eat, so we got lunch. Should we save the receipt for lunch to put as our expense for the year-end?

Does that mean it would be tax deductible?

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CA, CPA, LLP, is a veteran real estate investor, author, and speaker on real estate accounting who is a partner in the firm, Dube & Cuttini Chartered Accountants LLP. He also developed the accountant in-a-box program for real estate investors, and is a member of the Real Estate Investment Network (REIN) Faculty. georgedube@dubecuttini.com

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Answer: Meals and entertainment are tricky expenses, and subjective and confusing in practice. Plus, there are plenty of exceptions. Assuming that someone owns a few properties, and they are out of town a distance of 40 kms and you’re there more than eight hours (in some cases 12), then the meals are more likely deductible. Alternatively, if you are having a meal with a prospective tenant, supplier or accountant, then there are no time or distance restrictions – they are deductible, as there is a clear business purpose.

The primary issue in Canada Revenue Agency’s mind is similar to what you indicated in your question. You obviously had to eat, so the CRA is saying “Why should real estate investors get to deduct their meals at work when nobody else does?”

Practically speaking, I don’t think it hurts to do this now and again, but this would be an administrative concession from the CRA, as compared to a technical ability to make the deduction.

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Alternatively, if you are having a meal with a prospective tenant, supplier or accountant, then there are no time or distance restrictions – they are deductible, as there is a clear business purpose.

DEVELOPER: Windermere Grand BUILDERS: Audie Benson Estate Homes, Birkholtz Homes, Homes by Element Construction, and OPEN to the public LOCATION: North of 9th Avenue on the corner of Windermere Drive and Windermere Road

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DEVELOPER: Delcon Creekwood BUILDERS: Alldritt Homes, Artisan Homes, Marcson Homes, Bedrock Homes, Homes

by Avi, Kimberley Homes, ReidBuilt Homes, Rohit Communities, Connect Homes, Thomsen Built LOCATION: South of Ellerslie Road & West of 141 Street

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9 WINDERMERE SOUTH

DEVELOPER: Windermere Lands Ltd. BUILDERS: Dolce Vita Homes, Bedrock Homes, Marcson Homes LOCATION: 170th Street & Ellerslie Road

10 CHAPPELLE GARDENS 1 AMBLESIDE IN WINDERMERE

4 UPPER WINDERMERE

DEVELOPER: Windermere Ambleside II Ltd. BUILDERS: Marcson Homes, Bedrock Homes, Kimberley Homes, Homes by Avi, Kanvi Homes, Connect Homes, Averton Homes LOCATION: Terwillegar Drive and Anthony Henday Drive

2 LANGDALE IN WINDERMERE

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Coventry Homes, MacLachlan & Mitchell Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Sterling Homes, Rohit Communities, Marcson Homes, Augusta Homes LOCATION: 170 St & 7th Ave. S.W.

3 GLENRIDDING

Developer: UnitedCommunities Builders: RSL - Homesby Avi, Pacesetter, Parkwood Homes, Landmark Homes. RPL - Pacesetter, Landmark Legacy Homes, Rohit Communities. Duplex Homes (front attached Garages) - Parkwood Homes, Landmark Legacy. Duplex Homes (rear attached garages) - Homes by Avi, Rohit Communities.

LOCATION: 156 Street & Ellerslie Road

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Developments BUILDERS: Averton Homes, Dolce Vita Homes, Homes by Managen , Mac & Mitch Homes, Open LOCATION: Windermere Blvd. West of 170 St.

5 KESWICK ON THE RIVER

DEVELOPER: MLC / Cameron Communities BUILDERS: Cameron Homes, Hillview Master Builder, Kimberley Homes, Landmark Homes, Parkwood Master Builder, Aacropolis Homes, Ace Lange Homes, Carriage Signature Homes, Perry Signature Homes, Pacesetter Homes LOCATION: West of 180th Street and South of Ellerslie Road (9th Ave)

6 WINDERMERE RIDGE

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Developments.

BUILDERS:Cami Custom Homes, Marco Antonio Homes, Open LOCATION: Windermere Blvd., West of 170 St.

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7 WINDERMERE GRAND

DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Lincolnberg Master Builder, Daytona Homes Master Builder, Look Homes Master Builder, Homes By Avi, Maple Isle Homes, Brookfield Homes LOCATION: South of Ellerslie Road & West of 141 Street.

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DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Developments BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes, Dolce Vita Homes, Western Living Homes, Sunny Valley Homes, Ace Lange Homes, Kanvi Homes, open LOCATION: Winderemere Blvd. West of 170 Street

12 AMBELSIDE SOUTH

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Sterling Homes, Coventry Homes, Connect Homes, LOCATION: Ellerslie Road & 170th Street

13 GRAYDON HILL

DEVELOPER: MLC Group BUILDERS: Averton Homes, Marcson Homes, Parkwood Master Builder, Landmark Communities, Lincolnberg Master Builder, Pacesetter Homes LOCATION: Ellerslie Rd, west of 127th St SW

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Sage is a non-profit seniors’ serving organization, offering a wide range of programs that enhance the quality of life for seniors in Greater Edmonton. Get involved with Sage! Take advantage of the many resources, programs and services. Explore a variety of volunteer opportunities. Consider supporting at-risk seniors by making a charitable donation. Sage has been serving seniors in your community for over 40 years.

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//LIVING GREEN

Four reasons to choose an energy-efficient new home

01

Energy savings Today, 17 per cent of all energy used in

Canada goes toward running our homes. We consume a significant amount of energy for heating our homes in the winter and cooling them in the summer, and don’t forget about the energy we use to heat water used for bathing and cleaning. Imagine the savings on your energy bills if you choose an energy efficient new home.

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Affordability Buying

those uncomfortable drafts and cold spots. Some homes have specially designed ventilation systems that bring fresh outdoor air in and send stale indoor air out. R-2000 certified homes, for example, are built using healthier building materials, such as low-VOC (volatile organic compounds) paints, flooring and cabinets to further improve the indoor air quality.

expensive, custom-built homes used to be the only way to acquire an energy efficient home. Today, thanks to initiatives such as Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED), the EnerGuide rating system, R-2000 Standard, and Energy Star for New Homes, consumers looking to achieve greater energy efficiency at home have a much wider array of energy efficient options to choose from, even in tract built homes.

Better for the environment Most of the energy we consume in Canada comes from fossil fuels. As a result, the energy we save in heating, cooling and powering our home will help reduce our environmental footprint. In addition, using energy efficient light bulbs, low-flow showerheads and water-conserving toilets will all contribute to a Greener home. Many new energy-efficient homes are being built using insulation, drywall or wood trim that were manufactured using recycled materials.

If you are planning to buy a new home in the coming months, spend some time on the NRCan website at newhomes.nrcan.gc.ca or call 1.800.O.Canada (1.800.622.6232) for more information on the various energy efficiency programs that are available in Canada. NC

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Unpack your common sense for a smooth move » by Chuck Resnick When it comes to moving, a little common sense goes a long way in transporting your belongings to your destination so that they arrive in good shape and on time.

Chuck Resnick is vice-president of marketing and operations, Two Men and a Truck Canada. twomenandatruck.ca

Considering the importance our “stuff” has in making us feel comfortable in our surroundings, these items deserve special thought and care. Thinking ahead is the best thing you can do when it comes to making arrangements and packing.

Organization should be your mantra, efficiency your goal.

If you are doing the packing, look ahead to lifting, stacking and unpacking the boxes during your move. People often run to the grocery or liquor store to pick up cartons, and then use newspaper as cushioning. Although this approach can save you a few dollars, in the long run, you may pay for it in stress, time and broken items. Instead, think about purchasing cartons and packing paper from the professional mover you’ve chosen. The boxes come in uniform small, medium and large sizes, which are easy to stack in a moving truck or van.

Trust me, this convenience is huge on moving day. Unlike newspaper, packing paper does not leave behind ink that then has to be cleaned during an already hectic time in your life.

During the packing itself, be generous with whatever you are using to cushion your things, especially fragile items.

People often cram too much in each box in an attempt to keep the number of cartons down. As good as that sounds, it can backfire, as too many items with not enough cushioning may shift during transportation and damage each other. In addition, someone will have to lift each box and place it into the moving vehicle. Packing too many heavy items into one container can result in no one being able to pick it up, or worse yet, the box breaking from the weight. Common sense will tell you that heavier items should be packed in smaller boxes, and vice versa.

Did I mention labeling?

Again, a little common sense goes a long way to success at the other end. When you pack the moving vehicle, remember to place the boxes you’ll need first, last — and label accordingly with the contents and which room it goes into.

Even better, if you are driving to your next residence, place

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things such as garbage bags, tissues, dish liquid, etc. into the car. You should also carry valuables such as jewelry, your laptop, important papers and the like separately from the bulk of your items.

Another way to apply common sense to packing is to look at each item with the thought, “Do I really need and use this?” Especially if you are moving from a house into a condominium suite or apartment, paring down possessions is important. The fewer things you move, the less your move will cost in terms of time and money. And speaking of money, if your budget allows, hire movers to do your packing and transporting. We do this every day, and we have it all down to an efficient system. Professional movers want our moves to go smoothly as much as our clients do.

Everyone is born with common sense, but few use it. If you are planning a move, I encourage you to be one of those savvy few!

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//In the news

Sabal Homes brings new meaning to Blank Canvas with uncommonly stylish Woodhaven showhome basement Sabal Homes has long been known for its innovative designs, and with an unexpected basement “development” in its Woodhaven Aspira showhome, visitors can see why Sabal is known as the uncommonly stylish home builder.

In a partnership with MoJo Design Inc., Sabal Homes recently completed a walkout basement concept entitled “Blank Canvas.” Artist Leigh Wright calls the space a “one-of-a-kind art piece that displays Sabal’s and MoJo’s innovation.”

“What we did was hand-stretch white canvas around the entire Aspira showhome basement to create the look of walls and rooms,” Wright says. “We then painted the floor and ceilings white, to achieve that Blank Canvas

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concept. Next, we added line-drawn furniture, artwork, accessories and electronics to give visitors an idea of what their basement could look like if they chose to have it developed.”

The walkout basement of the 2,594-sq.-ft., four-bedroom home is designed as a memorable inspiration piece that continues to delight visitors – and Sabal Homes’ vice-president of sales Richard Drader says it leaves a lasting impression.

“This is an artistic and unexpected way to finish a show home basement,” Drader says.

“Our other Woodhaven showhome, the 2,176-sq.-ft. Adero, has a completely developed walkout basement, with a wetbar, bedroom, full bath and sitting area. In the Aspira showhome, we wanted to offer something completely different – something Edmonton showhome visitors have never seen before.”

The basement allows visitors to see the potential in an unfinished basement in a way that hasn’t before been done – it’s not only a showpiece, but a practical application that helps potential buyers envision a developed basement of their own.

Located in the west-Edmonton community of Woodhaven, Sabal’s Aspira and Adero showhomes are only two of many front-attached garage homes available.

Sabal’s showhomes are open from 2 to 8 p.m. Mondays to Thursdays, and noon to 5 p.m. on weekends and holidays. Prices in the area start in the $440,000s.

Visit sabalhomes.com for details and directions.

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EXECUTIVE STYLE HOMES Marcson Homes Augusta Homes SINGLE FAMILY HOMES Pacesetter Homes Coventry Homes Sterling Homes MacLachlan & Mitchell Homes DUPLEX STYLE BUILDERS Sterling Homes Coventry Homes TOWNHOMES Rohit Communities

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• POPULATION: 17,000 and growing “Small city” living within minutes of “Big city” amenities.

50 St.

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• LOCATED: 20 km south of Edmonton on Hwy 2

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1 MEADOWVIEW

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Tristate Signature Homes, Homes by Santos and Connect Homes LOCATION:Coady Blvd & Meadowview Blvd.

Showhomes Coming Soon

2 TRIBUTE

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Tristate Signature Homes LOCATION: Dunlop Wynd & Caledonia Dr.

3 WINDROSE

DEVELOPER: Maclab Enterprises UILDERS: Homes by Sher-Bilt, B Cornerbrook Construction, Jacob’s Construction, McLean & McLean Custom Homes LOCATION: Exit at 50 Ave off Highway 2, proceed west, then go south on RR 253 to Windrose

4 SUNTREE

•M EDICAL FACILITIES: Full Service Community Hospital and Full Ambulance Service.

•P ARKS & PATHWAYS: 27 parks including Telford Lake, Fred John’s Park & Lions Campground.

DEVELOPER: Maclab Enterprises BUILDERS: Kimberly General Partner, Cobblestone Master Builder, Bedrock Homes, Caliber Master Builder, Entity Homes, B&H Homes, Landmark Homes LOCATION: Grant MacEwan Boulevard & Suntree Promenade

5 SOUTHFORK

DEVELOPER: Tamani Communities BUILDERS: Dolce Vita Homes, Homes

by Avi, Innovations by Jayman, Jayman MasterBUILT LOCATION: Highway 2A & 50th Street

6 ROBINSON DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook

Developments

BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes, Dolce

Vita Homes, Homes by Sher-Bilt,

Western Living Homes

LOCATION: South of Rolly View Road

on C.W. Gaetz Drive

The grass will be greener, just like your wallet.

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•R ECREATIONAL FACILITIES: Recreation & Culture Centre, Performing Arts Centre, 18 hole Golf Course & Public Library.

THE CITY OF LEDUC,

a thriving Industrial, Commercial & Agricultural Community continues to experience growth and expansion.

“A great place to call home!”

For more information contact The City of Leduc at 780-980-7177

• POPULATION: Approx 12,500 • LOCATED: 2 miles South of Edmonton on 50th street.

• SCHOOLS: 5 Schools from Kindergarten to Grade 12.

French Immersion offered in all.

• GROCERY: Sobeys, Extra Foods • RECREATIONAL FACILITIES: Beaumont Regional Activities Centre and numerous outdoor facilities.

• MEDICAL FACILITIES: 10 minutes to Grey Nuns Hospital. Served by Edmonton Ambulance.

beaumont

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• PARKS & PATHWAYS: Approximately 170 acres of parkland & km of inter-connected walkways.

•17 MINUTES TO THE AIRPORT

Come visit us and discover why

“Life is Better in Beaumont” for more information call 780-929-8782

or visit our website at town.beaumont.ab.ca

1 COLONIALE ESTATES

DEVELOPER: ARW Development Corp.

BUILDERS: Mattamy Homes LOCATION: 50 St. & Coloniale Way

2 PLACE CHALEUREUSE

DEVELOPER: Mandalay Developments BUILDERS: Royer Homes, Orca Homes, Goldenwood Homes, Davies & Company, Landmark Communities LOCATION: 50 Street & Blvd. Soleil

3 TRIOMPHE ESTATES

DEVELOPER: S&D Group Development Ltd BUILDERS: Abington Homes, Ashton Homes, Royer Homes, Open LOCATION: 44 Ave. just off 44 St.

4 DANSEREAU MEADOWS

DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Caliber Master Builder, Landmark Homes, Landmark Communities, Pacesetter Homes LOCATION: West on 50th Street at Rue Montalet (follow the signs)

5 RUISSEAU

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Look Homes Master Builder.

LOCATION: It is located on the south side of 50th ave at 66st.

6 ROYAL OAKS

DEVELOPER: Cancom Development BUILDERS: Konark Homes, Cancom Homes, Infiniti Homes, Open LOCATION: From Beaumont: West on Township Road 510 to East Vistas Blvd. (follow signs) From Edmonton: South on 101 St. to Township Road 510, east on Township Road 510 to East Vistas Blvd. (follow signs)

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First-time buyers’ increase budgets, while rising prices cause delays: BMO HOME BUYING REPORT

First-time home buyers have increased their budget to an average of $316,100 – up from $300,000 in 2013 – according to the BMo 2014 FirstTime Home Buyers Report. However, the average down payment percentage

has remained unchanged from last year at 16 per cent ($50,576).

The report, conducted by Pollara, also revealed the average expected spend by major city:

On average, one third of first timers (30 per cent) expects parents or family to assist in their purchase.

Average Spend on First Home

Toronto

$316,100

$408,300

Average Spend by Major City Montreal Calgary $237,900

$363,400

Vancouver $506,500

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On average, one third of fi rst timers (30 per cent) expects parents or family to assist in their purchase. However, this percentage rises to 40 per cent in Montreal and Vancouver.

The majority (61 per cent) have made cutbacks to their lifestyle in order to save for their fi rst home.

Six in ten (60 per cent) say their home-buying timeline has been delayed, with 39 per cent citing rising real estate prices as the main reason for delay. ...continued on pg 80

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“Among the many considerations for those trying to get a foot in the door of the real estate market for the first time, the most important of all is building a substantial down payment,” says Laura Parsons, mortgage expert, BMO Bank of Montreal. “Buying a home is one of the most important financial decisions one can make, and typically represents the largest form of savings for Canadian households.

It’s crucial that those planning to buy are well prepared and have considered all options available to them.”

Parsons added that it isn’t surprising to see real estate prices causing delays in this demographic’s buying timeline. “In a real estate market such as Canada’s, where prices have been consistently rising, those who put off their purchase need to ensure that the rate at which they are saving outpaces price gains. Otherwise, they may find themselves further behind in the long run.”

According to BMO Economics, rising prices in urban markets are causing many first-time buyers to adjust their buying plans.

“High prices in a few major cities, and the fact that prices are outrunning incomes in Toronto, are turning off some first-time buyers, while forcing others to go deeper into debt,

To help ensure first-time buyers don’t spend beyond their means, they need to be fully prepared to purchase the right house, at the right price. Getting pre-approved gives buyers the opportunity to consider multiple options, during a time-sensitive decision period. tap their parents for hefty down payments, and opt for a condo rather than a detached house,” says Sal Guatieri, senior economist, BMO Capital Markets.

The report also reveals that 60 per cent of first-time buyers plan to set a fixed budget with a maximum amount, and will not deviate from their plan. However, one third of respondents are willing to break their set budget for the right home. Parsons notes that first timers would be wise to establish price boundaries before setting out on the home buying journey.

“To help ensure first-time buyers don’t spend beyond their means, they need to be fully prepared to purchase the right house, at the right price. Getting pre-approved gives buyers the opportunity to consider multiple options, during a time-sensitive decision period,” Parsons says.

Regional Findings

First-Time Home Buyers Price Range by Province Average Spend by Province Average Spend on First Home ATL QC ON MB/SK $316,100

$204,400

$222,300

$358,400

$226,100

AB

BC

$364,700

$430,300

First-Time Home Buyers Price Range Compared to Average Home Price Per Region Average House Price by Province* (as of February 2014) Average Spend on First Home NFLD PEI NS NB QC ON MB SK $316,100

AB

BC

$308,851 $164,176 $218,261 $159,201 $263,661 $423,691 $257,016 $293,192 $407,540 $611,688

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1 THE BRICKYARD AT OLD TOWN

DEVELOPER: Old Town Development Corp.

BUILDERS: Daytona Homes Master Builder, Kirkland Homes Master Builder, Lakeview Developments LOCATION: West of 50th street and 50th Ave, Stony Plain

2 GENESIS ON THE LAKES

DEVELOPER: Unitech Construction Services Ltd. BUILDERS: Ashton Homes, Caribbean Homes, Fox Maple Homes, Innova Homes, Sierra Homes, Stellar Homes LOCATION: South off highway 16A onto Highway 779 (also known as 48 Street)

3 LAKE WESTERRA

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Coventry Homes, Sterling Homes LOCATION: Golf Course Rd. & 79 Ave.

5 SILVERSTONE

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DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: ReidBuilt Homes LOCATION: South on Boundary Rd at 44th Ave.

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6 SPRING LAKE RANCH

DEVELOPER: Wilcor Development Group BUILDERS: Wilcor Homes, Open LOCATION: Spring Lake Exit off of Hwy 16A & Range Road 15

7 SOUTHCREEK

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Pacesetter Homes, Alquinn Homes LOCATION: South of Fairway Drive & West of Boundary Road

8 THE ESTATES AT WATERS EDGE

DEVELOPER: Waters Edge Developments BUILDER: Waters Edge Developments LOCATION: Only 20 mins West of Stony Plain On Hwy 43 at Gunn & Just 35 mins West of St. Albert on Hwy 37 located on the North Shore of Lac Ste Anne

9 HILLS OF TWIN LAKES

DEVELOPER: Dyrbye Developments Ltd. BUILDERS: Open LOCATION: 2 miles North of Yellowhead Trail on highway 779 & 1.5 miles West on twp road 534

10 WILLOWS END

DEVELOPER: Jaffer Developments BUILDER: Jaffer Developments LOCATION: 48 Street and Willow Park Road North

• POPULATION: 10,544 and Growing.

• LOCATED: 20 km west of Edmonton on Hwy 16A • SCHOOLS: 4 Kindergarten to grade nine, Senior high, French Immersion & including 2 Religious schools.

• GROCERY: Extensive with new Big Box National Outlets 2 km to the east of town.

• RECREATION FACILITIES: New tri-municipal recreation complex east of town. 18 hole CPGA Championship Golf Coarse, curling, skating, library, Municipal Heritage Centre, Heritage Walk of Murals.

• MEDICAL FACILITIES: New 70 bed acute & extended care hospital.

Full ambulance services. 3 Medical Clinics.

• PARKS & PATHWAYS: Extensive, including 12 km of pathways, watercourses & Lions campground.

PUBLIC SCHOOLS • FOREST GREEN 5210 - 45 Street 963-7366 [1] • HIGH PARK 40 Highridge Way 963-2222 [1] [2] • MEMORIAL COMPOSITE 5116 - 55 Avenue 963-2255 [3] • MERIDIAN HEIGHTS 4119 - 43 Street 963-2280 [1][2] • STONY PLAIN CENTRAL 5108 - 55 Avenue 963-2203 [1][2]

SEPARATE SCHOOLS • JOHN PAUL II 5801 - 48 Street 963-2526 [1][2]

PRIVATE SCHOOLS • ST. MATTHEW LUTHERAN 5014 - 53 Avenue 963-2715 [1] Elementary K-6 [2] Junior High 7-9 [3] High School 10-12

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McLeod Ave. Highway 16A

1 HILLDOWNS

DEVELOPER: Robson Developments Ltd. BUILDERS: First Avenue Properties, Stylemaster by Rococo Homes, San Rufo Homes, Masterpiece Custom Homes, Celico Builders LOCATION: Grove Drive & King Street

2 VANDERBUILT COMMON

DEVELOPER: SG Developments BUILDER: MacLachlan & Mitchell Homes LOCATION: Century Rd & Viscount Common

4 PARKLAND VILLAGE

DEVELOPER: Parkland Village BUILDERS: Country Hills Homes LOCATION: Yellowhead Trail West To Century Rd, North 2 min.

5 HAWTHORNE AT HEATHERGLEN

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Alquinn Homes, City Homes.

LOCATION: North of Hwy 16A on Jennifer Heill Way, East on Hawthorne Gate

Brookwood

Century Rd.

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Calahoo Rd.

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6 SPRINGATE AT SPRUCE RIDGE

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Sterling Homes, Alquinn Homes LOCATION: On Jennifer Heil West of Tri-Leisure Center

7 GREENBURY

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Developments BUILDERS: Western Living Homes, Dolce Vita Homes, Alquinn Homes, Cami Comfort Homes, MacLachlan & Mitchell Homes LOCATION: Grove Drive & Pioneer Road

8 HILLS OF TWIN LAKES

DEVELOPER: Dyrbye Developments Ltd. BUILDERS: Open LOCATION: 2 miles North of Yellowhead Trail on highway 779 & 1.5 miles West on twp road 534

Pioneer Rd.

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•P OPULATION: 26,271.

•L OCATED: 11 km west of Edmonton on Hwy 16 or 16A. • SCHOOLS: 9 Public & Separate Schools.

• GROCERY: 11 Grocery/ Convenience stores, Safeway, IGA Garden Market, The Real Canadian Superstore & Walmart.

• RECREATIONAL FACILITIES: Twin Ice Arena, Curling Rink, Golf Course, TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre, many soccer fields and baseball diamonds.

• MEDICAL FACILITIES: Member of the West View Regional Health Authority with almost 50 Medical & Dental practitioners.

• PARKS & PATHWAYS: 15+ km of pathways spread throughout 230 hectares of natural & developed park space.

10 KENTON VILLAGE

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Developments BUILDERS: Alquinn Homes, and Urbanage Homes LOCATION: Century Road, South of Highway 16 at Vanderbilt Common

11 THE WOODS AT KENTON

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Developments BUILDERS: Alquinn Homes, and Hillview Master Builder LOCATION: Century Road, South of Highway 16 at Vanderbilt Common

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12 PRESCOTT

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Developments BUILDERS: Averton Homes & MacLachlan & Mitchell Homes LOCATION: Grove Drive, East of Century Road

9 DEER PARK ESTATES

DEVELOPER: Broadview Developments Inc. BUILDERS: Rococo Homes, Alta Rose Homes, Evani Homes, Lang Built LOCATION: Grove Drive and Jennifer Heil Way

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DEVELOPER: The Grange South West Property Corporation BUILDERS: Open LOCATION: Hemingway Rd. & 199 Street (between 45 Ave. & 62 Ave.)

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Sabal Homes achieves second-highest percentage of sales from referrals in North America, according to Eliant Surveys Sabal Homes’ Edmonton division is proud to announce its secondplace ranking across North America for Eliant’s Highest Percent of Sales From Referrals.

Th is prestigious ranking speaks to Sabal’s impact on its customers – the number of 2013 Sabal homebuyers who were referred by a friend or family member exceeded nearly every other home builder across North America.

“We are so proud to be ranked second for the highest percentage of sales from referrals across North America,” says Nicole McLaws, Sabal Homes’ marketing manager.

“We know that we’re up against stiff competition across Canada and the United States, and this ranking just goes to show Sabal’s achievements in building uncommonly stylish homes that people love to talk about. In fact, our homeowners like to talk us up so much that they’re willing to refer their friends and family members to buy a new Sabal home. That’s why we’ve achieved this prestigious ranking, and we couldn’t be more thrilled.”

Rankings are based on scores from all homeowner surveys received from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, 2013, regardless of closing date. Sabal ranked second place in the Large Builder category with 46.1 per cent of sales from referrals, while an honourable mention was awarded to Sabal Homes’ multi-family division in Calgary for percentage of sales from referrals in the Medium Builder category.

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In 2013, Sabal Homes received dozens of referrals from past homebuyers, and in 2014, the builder looks forward to increasing its referral base, with an exciting 20-year anniversary promotion designed to thank past Sabal homebuyers for purchasing with Sabal Homes.

“To thank our homebuyers for supporting us through our 20-year history, we have recently launched a $2,000 referral incentive program, which will run from March 1, 2014 to February 28, 2015,” McLaws says.

“Th is means that any past Sabal homebuyer who refers a friend or family member that buys a Sabal home will receive $2,000.”

Headquartered in California, Eliant is recognized as the building industry’s leading provider of Customer Experience solutions for hundreds of North America’s top home builders. The firm is the largest consumer research company in the country that caters exclusively to the building industry, conducting more than 100,000 homebuyer surveys annually.

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DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Developments BUILDERS: Las Palmas Estate Homes, Cami Comfort Homes, open LOCATION: Sturgeon Road between the Sturgeon Valley Golf Course & Riverlot 56 Natural Area

6 TUSCANY HILLS & UPPER TUSCANY

DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: OPEN to the Public LOCATION: North corner of 127th Street & 195 Ave

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DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Daytona Homes Master Builder, Parkwood Master Builder LOCATION: Coal Mine Road and Everitt Drive.

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Learn more at: edmonton.ca/oxfordlandsales The Oxford subdivision is located in northwest Edmonton, between 164 and 166 Avenue and 132 and 133 Street.

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1 CASTLEBROOK MEADOWS DEVELOPER: Concept Realty BUILDERS: Concept Homes LOCATION: 179 Ave. & 104 St.

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DEVELOPER: Canterra Developments Corp.

BUILDERS: Open, Urbanity Homes LOCATION: 110 St. & 176 Ave.

3 HAWKS RIDGE AT BIG LAKE

DEVELOPER: Walton Development and Managment L.P BUILDERS: Sabal Homes, Montorio Homes, Morrison Homes, Reid Built Homes LOCATION: North of Yellowhead Trail on 215 Street

DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: OPEN LOCATION: North corner of 127th Street & 195 Avenue

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DEVELOPER: Reid Worldwide Corporation BUILDERS: Fekete Homes, Rococo Homes LOCATION: backing onto Lois Hole Provincial Park at Big Lake

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DEVELOPER: Canada Lands BUILDERS: Homes by AVI, Dream Homes by Krisner, Coventry Homes, Landmark Legacy Homes, Greenboro Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Abbey Lane Homes, Christenson Developments LOCATION: 137 Avenue North On 97 Street West on Griesbach Road

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DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Estate Homes- Fekete Homes, Montorio Homes Classic Homes- Homes by Avi, Sabal Homes, Montorio Homes, Sterling Homes Duplex- Homes by Avi Townhomes- Rohit Communities.

LOCATION: North on Anthony Henday Drive, West at 137th Ave. and 199 St.

DEVELOPER: MLC Group BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes, Landmark Communities, Landmark Homes, Landmark Legacy LOCATION: South of 167th Avenue & East of 139 Street

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DEVELOPER: Concept Realty BUILDERS: Concept Homes Master Builder LOCATION: 18230 - 104A Ave.t

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DEVELOPER: Rohit Land Development BUILDERS: Celebration Homes, Kirkland Homes, Green Living Homes, Rohit Communities, Cameron Homes, Art Custom Homes, Gill Built Homes LOCATION: North on Anthony Henday Drive, take Ray Gibbons Drive, left on 137 Ave

12 HUDSON PARK

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Developments BUILDERS: Dolce Vita Homes, Cameron Homes LOCATION: Just off 137 Ave & 141 St.

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BUILDERS

From starter homes to estate homes, Trumpeter has it all for whatever stage of life you are in. For the first-time buyer or downsizer, Pacesetter Homes offers townhomes starting in the low to mid $300,000s, while Homes by Avi has duplexes starting in the mid $300,000s.

Classic single-family homes built by Homes by Avi, Sabal and Montorio Homes, start in the $450,000s.

Also available are estate homes which start in the $700,000s and go up from there.

Homebuyers have the option of buying from two builders, Fekete and Montorio, or they can purchase one of the 20 to 25 public lots and use the builder of their own choosing. “The south boundary of the Estates is Horseshoe Lake on the Glendale Golf Course, making for a very private and quiet setting,� says Donna Bygrave, marketing manager for developer United Communities.

The natural landscape provides the perfect setting for Arts & Crafts and Prairie-themed homes. Exteriors are stucco or vinyl siding with stone or brick accents.

Interiors feature well thought out designs, open concept kitchen and great room, and exceptional products and finishing. The homes, with their individual designs and elegantly appointed interiors, will serve the homeowner for years to come.

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LOCATION

The mood in Trumpeter is rural, but it is conveniently close to big city amenities. Located in Edmonton’s northwest, north of the Yellowhead and the Glendale Golf and Country Club between 199th Street and 215th Street. Access to Anthony Henday Drive is close by, allowing Trumpeter residents to drive to almost any area of the city within minutes.

“You’ve got the Henday nearby that gives you easy access to all parts of the city, regardless of where you need to be,” says Bygrave.

Being in Edmonton’s northwest edge means St. Albert is a few minutes’ drive away via Ray Gibbon Drive. For those working in St. Albert, living in Trumpeter offers a beautiful setting, affordable housing prices and convenience.

Shopping is also available minutes away in west Edmonton.

A commercial area in the vicinity of Trumpeter will be open in late 2015 or early 2016 to provide further amenities.

The developer has ensured residents have the opportunity to connect with nature.

NATURE IS FRONT AND CENTRE

Located in an area with more than 300 acres of rolling hills, natural wetlands and mature woodlands, Trumpeter is home to more than 220 bird species, as well as other wildlife. The master-planned community was named for the trumpeter swans that use the wetlands during migration.

The developer has ensured residents have the opportunity to connect with nature. Residents can enjoy more than 80 acres of parks, ravines, ponds and walking trails and pathways throughout the community, as well as trails that connect to Horseshoe Lake and Big Lake.

A number of environmental initiatives have been employed to decrease impact on the natural environment.

Low-energy LED streetlights reduce light pollution that affects migratory birds, and bioswales clean storm water of pollutants and silt before it drains into Big Lake.

Homes also have eco-friendly features such as high-efficiency furnaces, energy efficient windows and low-flow plumbing features.

“Response to Trumpeter is exceptional,” says Bygrave. “We’re halfway through development and it’s really starting to feel complete. It’s a stunningly beautiful community.”

Setting, location and dedicated builders work together to create a unique community that has the best of both worlds.

For more information about Trumpeter

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DEVELOPER: Ranger Realty BUILDERS: Bethpage Construction Corp, Sangam Homes Ltd, Sha-Ture Homes Inc., White Eagle Homes LOCATION: 167C Ave and 59-60 Street

3 McCONACHIE LANDING

DEVELOPER: MLC Group/Cameron Communities BUILDERS: ReidBuilt homes LOCATION: 167C Ave and 59-60 Street

4 CY BECKER

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Pacesetter Homes, Daytona Homes Master Builder, Rohit Communities LOCATION: Manning Fwy & 167 Avenue

5 VILLAGE AT SCHONSEE

DEVELOPER: Bedrock Homes BUILDER: Bedrock Homes LOCATION: 5495 & 5497 Schonsee Drive

20 St.

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BUILDERS: Urbanity Custom

Homes, Open

LOCATION: 147 avenue and 14 street

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144 Av e.

66 St.

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11 FRASER RIVER PARK DEVELOPER: Ranger Realty

167 Ave. 34 St.

167 Ave. 2

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DEVELOPER: Cameron Communities BUILDERS: Sterling Homes, Lincolnberg Homes

LOCATION: Manning Freeway and 153 Avenue

Hoo ke Rd

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6 McCONACHIE

DEVELOPER: Walton Development and Managment L.P BUILDERS: Jayman MasterBUILT, Innovations by Jayman, Sabal Homes, Morrison Homes, Royal West Homes, Carlisle Group LOCATION: 167 Avenue and McConachie Way

7 COLLEGE WOODS AT LAKEVIEW

DEVELOPER: College Woods Development Inc. BUILDERS: Entity Homes, Prominent Homes Ltd, Sehra Homes LOCATION: 89 Street and 181 Avenue

8 THE TERRACES AT SCHONSEE

DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Jayman Master Built, Coventry Homes, Sterling Homes, City Homes LOCATION: North of 167 Avenue on 71st Street

9 VITA CRYSTALLINA NERA

DEVELOPER: Walton Developments BUILDERS: Morrison Homes, Sabal Homes, Homexx Homes LOCATION: north on 82nd street and 180th Avenue T:6.75”

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//In the news

Welcome spring

at McConachie’s grand opening » by Salina Yara Halabi

Ranger Realty invites you to celebrate the April grand opening of McConachie Stage 7!

This family friendly neighbourhood is a beautiful addition to the Edmonton’s northeast and features an array of first-rate builders and conveniently located amenities. Located at 167C Ave. & 59-62 St., McConachie backs onto a natural park area providing a picturesque setting.

The location of McConachie is exceptional.

Situated near The Shops at Manning Crossing and Londonderry Mall, there is a wide assortment of amenities found just a short distance away – including schools, banks, medical facilities, fitness centres and much more. Major roadways are also nearby, with access to the Anothony Henday, Edmonton’s premiere ring road that allows for convenient and quick commutes around the city, being only a few minutes away.

Residents of McConachie will enjoy multiple parks and playgrounds in and around their community. With duplex home options starting at

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$349,000 and single-family homes ranging from $489,000 and up, you will be sure to find the perfect home to suit your lifestyle. Builders in this neighbourhood include Sangam Homes Ltd., Bethpage Homes, Sha-Ture Homes Inc. and White Eagle Homes. The Bethpage Homes showhome is currently open, and all showhomes are expected to open late April or early May. Strong demand and success in this current stage of the McConachie development have led to sales in the development’s next stage to begin. With a variety of home builders and lot options to choose from, this is the perfect time to join the flourishing neighbourhood of McConachie.

For more information about McConachie contact Louie Raj with Ranger Realty Co. Ltd. at 780.478.7791.

McConachie Stage 7 167C Ave & 59-60 Street Feature Builder:

Bethpage Homes Single family homes start in the $400,000’s Building homes for over 20 years • New show home now open!

Bethpage Homes is in the business of building quality homes with the highest level of craftsmanship and value for both our custom clients and ourselves.

Every home we build must meet the high standards we demand in our own homes – no short cuts or compromises. From plan design all the way to choosing the fittings and finishes - we will be there to guide and assist you. Then we will ensure that all construction and installations meet our high degree of excellence – and your satisfaction!

Contact Aaron: 780-945-9832

Visit the showhome located at 5982-167C Ave. Family Friendly neighbourhood close to schools, shopping and amenities.

ADDITIONAL SHOWHOMES COMING SOON!

Builders: Sangam Homes Ltd. 780-604-8813 Bethpage Homes 780-945-9832 Sha-Ture Homes Inc. 780-446-2198 White Eagle Homes 780-497-8998

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ARE YOU IN THE RIGHT PLACE, AT THE RIGHT TIME?

In the last article we discussed a broad overview of general

The interesting thing about consumers is their state of mind

consumer trends and how the landscape is migrating

when they’re searching for information. If a consumer is

online more and more every day. Staying with this theme,

actually looking for a new home they become much more

we’ll now dig deeper into consumer behaviour and some of

receptive to advertising campaigns because it helps

the psychology that prompts marketing professionals to

narrow down options. However, if the consumer is in

pitch particular campaigns or ad placements.

relaxation mode and catching up with old friends, that same advertising campaign can seem like a nuisance.

Let’s be frank, everyone has his or her own quirks and

Companies need to be found by the consumer at that exact

characteristics. Trying to get inside the ‘mind space’ of

moment when they’re looking for your product – in the right

consumers and understand the psychology and motiva-

place, at the right time. How is your company doing in the

tions behind their behaviour is a science in itself. With an

battle to entice consumers?

unprecedented amount of information and connectivity at their fingertips, it’s a tricky task for marketing professionals

So, let’s say a consumer decides to buy a new home. What

to engage, build and maintain a strong brand, especially in

is the first thing they do? Where do they find information?

Edmonton’s hectic real estate industry. The competition is

Who do they talk to? And which home builder brands do

fast and fierce and if you’re a step behind that gap grows

they associate with buying a new home? There are count-

more every day.

less home builders to consider who have many different home styles to pick from. Obvious things to contemplate

Every year in the City of Champions roughly 6% of house-

will be: location, price, esthetics, reputation, previous expe-

holds purchase real estate in a decision-making cycle that

rience and customer service. Six per cent of Edmontonians

typically takes 3-6 months. Buying a home and shelling out

(roughly 30,000) will take part in this home buying process

six figures is a very personal (and usually daunting) experi-

this year, and they’ll be searching for information, asking

ence. It’s not like switching your pop brand from Coke to

questions and scrutinizing home models until they’ve found

Pepsi, or your toilet paper brand from two-ply to an impen-

the perfect fit. At the end of the day, the biggest questions

etrable three-ply. It’s practically impossible to find another

consumers need to answer are: which home builder will

industry that prompts consumers to make such a drastic

they pick, and why?

and life-changing decision; and the marketing and sales departments responsible for engaging this 6% have their work cut out for them.

Intelligence House is Edmonton’s newest and most innovative Real Estate Marketing Agency with a focus on market intelligence as well as full marketing and sales services to real estate industry professionals.

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//In the news

Vita at Crystallina Nera now officially open

Walton Development and Management Alberta LP (Walton) are pleased to announce Edmonton’s newest masterplanned community, VITA at Crystallina Nera, officially opened on Saturday, March 22, 2014 in a ribbon cutting ceremony. The ceremony was carried

out by representatives of Walton, Janice Sarich MLA Edmonton-Decore, City of Edmonton Councillor Dave Loken, and home builders partnering in the development. “We are excited to officially open VITA and offer affordable luxury to new home buyers in Edmonton. VITA is ideally situated in north Edmonton and is well connected to existing neighbourhood amenities,” says Kendra Milne, marketing manager for Walton.

More than 225 people visited VITA at Crystallina Nera during the opening to view eight showhomes by Morrison Homes, Sabal Homes and Homexx.

With Virgin Radio live on location, face painters, a photo booth, food trucks and prize draws, the event was fun for all ages. One of the main attractions to the community is the unique modern architectural styling being offered.

“New-home buyers are excited to have the opportunity to choose a modern architectural style for their home in VITA,” says Milne.

Located in north Edmonton, VITA at Crystallina Nera offers convenient opportunities for indoor and outdoor recreation, nearby shopping and dining, and an easy commute throughout Edmonton.

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Left to right, Ryan Ahlskog, Homexx; Dave Loken, City of Edmonton Councillor; Delia Addessi, Homexx; Richard Drader, Sabal Homes; Mark McGhee Morrison Homes; Janice Sarich, MLA Edmonton-Decore; Craig Dickie, Walton Development and Management Alberta; Janet Riopel, Walton Development and Management Alberta.

//STYLE INSPIRATION

FLORAL or IKAT

Decorating is all about choices! We show you how to instantly update your space with key pieces that suit your style. » by SARA DUCK

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1. Cushion from Poppy Collection. $20. Visit bouclair. com 2. B. Smith Charleston Rug in Chocolate. $40-$110. Visit bedbathandbeyond.ca 3. Liliana Armchair in Pale Floral. $550. Visit pier1.ca 4. Floral Bath Towel by Threshold. $13. Visit target.ca 5. Karlstad Footstool in Bladåker Blue, Beige. $149. Visit ikea.ca 6. Floral Heart Print. $12 to $48. Visit riflepaperco.com

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1. Printed Cushion from Baroque Collection. $20. Visit bouclair.com 2. Ikat Links Wool Rug. $419 to $839. Visit westelm.com 3. Drew Chair in Strie Ikat: Ultramarine. $999. Visit crateandbarrel.ca 4. Ikat Bathroom Towel Collection by Mia. $14 each. Visit bedbathandbeyond.ca 5. Turhan Square Pouf. $70. Visit bedbathandbeyond.ca 6. Chariklia Zarris ‘Ikat’ No. 2 Open Edition Giclee Print. $295. Visit overstock.com

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Fraser River Park Located South of 153 Ave & 14 Street Filled with walking trails and green spaces ♦ Scenic Ravine Lots ♦ Central Man Made Lake ♦ Minutes away from Anthony Henday, and Manning Town Centre, & 2 Golf Courses ♦ Future plans for LRT expansion ♦

For More Info Contact: Louie Raj | Ranger Realty Co. Ltd. | 780-478-7791

Urbanity’s latest show home to open in Fraser River Park Summer 2014

The Richmond is a 1694 sq. ft. executive-style bungalow featuring an elegant open floor plan, stunning gourmet kitchen, theatre room, forced walkout basement and much more.

Updates on the progress of this home will be posted on our website.

www.urbanityhomes.com

For more information, please contact our sales center at

780-457-2987 or email us at urbanity@shaw.ca

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VITA AT CRYSTALLINA NERA 4 HOMEXX SHOWHOMES 4 DIFFERENT LIFESTYLES 4 DIFFERENT BUDGETS ALL SIMPLY CLASSIC SHOW HOME LOCATIONS Harvest Ridge – Single Family 188 Harvest Ridge Dr., Spruce Grove 780-733-7922 Harvest Ridge – Rear Parking Lane 11 Hewitt Circle, Spruce Grove 780-733-7923 West Haven Park – Rear Parking Lane 105 Kirpatrick Bend – Leduc 780-732-1310

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West Haven Park – Single Family Showhome Hours: 103 Kirpatrick Crescent – Leduc Mon-Thur 3-8pm, 780-732-1312 Weekends & Holidays: 12-5pm Vita at Crystallina Nera – Rear Office: Parking Lane 780.489.3028 7715-181 Ave. (2 showhomes) sales@homexx.ca 780-733-7920 Vita at Crystallina Nera – Single Family Two Showhomes Opening Winter 2014

HOMEXX.CA

SHOWHOME REVIEW//

The best of both worlds at

Vita at Crystallina Nera

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ocated in the new northeast Edmonton community of Vita at Crystallina Nera are two stunning front-attached-garage show homes by Homexx, both completely different in vibe and style, yet at the end of the day, both with the same practicality and quality that Homexx is known for.

When you walk into the 2,133 sq. ft three-bedroom, two and a half bathroom Birch show home, you forget that you’re in an Edmonton suburb. In fact, you feel like you’re in a trendy, well-designed, high-end loft in any city’s core. That ambience is evident as soon as you walk through the front door. The light beige/grey porcelain tile and light walls make for a bright and open entrance, as does the modern self supporting full glass railing on the staircase situated in the middle of the main floor as you enter in from the front entrance.

The glass enhances the open feeling concept of the home, and also adds a delightful touch of chic and sleek to the main floor. Just left of the entrance is a half bathroom with modern

faucets and a rich wood door, and just down the hallway (and where the entrance from the double-attached garage would be) is a large closet and walkthrough pantry.

The showpiece of this show home is definitely the main living area. The large and open-planned kitchen, living room and dining room—all featuring a wide-planked, light coloured, engineered hardwood—feel big enough for any family (or party), and have a wonderful flow. The kitchen details are stunning.

The massive (massive!) double-door, built-in fridge/freezer play beautifully with the dark beige quartz countertops, two-toned cabinets, stainless steel stove with hood fan and dishwasher. The island has built-in cabinets and drawers, a double sink as well as a built-in microwave.

Along the back bricked wall (yes, brick!) of the home and attached to the kitchen is the home’s sizable dining room. The modern glass dining table is adorned with funky and modern/retro leather chairs. The brick is offset by the copious windows along the back wall, which will look over the would-be deck and backyard.

The living room is very large. In fact, there’s enough wall space for a built-in gas fireplace and large television to sit on either side of a brick partition. The dark glass coffee table and near-space-aged leather couch give the living room a modern but subdued vibe. The last feature to highlight is the 8 foot solid maple doors throughout the main floor. With 9 foot ceilings standard in this model, they make the home truly unique.

Walking from the living room to the staircase, you pass more brick detailing as well as notice the high, dark-wood baseboards. Speaking of the staircase, you

walk up the stairs and find yourself in the middle of a great great room. It’s large enough for a huge sectional and TV. And it’s bright, too, thanks to the wall of windows. To the left of the great room are the main bathroom (double sink, light porcelain tile floors, granite countertops, rain shower head over a tub), the laundry room with side-by-side front-loading washer and dryer, baby’s room (adorned with animal and bird accents) and a little girl’s room in hues of pink and orange, with a closet any girl could grow into.

To the right of the great room is the master bedroom, with a very impressive, executive-style walk-in custom wood closet with variety of shelving and drawer units. The ensuite includes a glass walled shower, large tub, double sinks, granite countertops and the same light porcelain tile flooring found around the home.

All told, the glass adornments (including some impressive chandeliers) and great attention to detail make the two-story The Birch a beautiful home that feels modern, cosmopolitan and comfortable at the same time.

Right next door is Homexx’s The Cedar show home, a 1,844 sq. ft threebedroom, two-bathroom home. The Cedar is another gorgeous home with a completely different ambience from its modern/loft-esque neighbour.

The Cedar is modern craftsman, a new take on a much-loved style. And it really does feel like “home’, thanks to the soothing beige/light grey colour palette throughout the home. The Cedar’s entrance is bright and warm, and has 124 New home Guide | apr 11 - may 9, 2014

wall-to-ceiling windows to light up the room. At the spacious entrance and by the mud room and small bathroom (we’re getting to that) are lovely long, rectangular, off-white porceilain tiles. The mud room has a bench, and built in custom shelving unit. The large closet doors off the garage entrance are rich, dark wood as is the door to the walk-through pantry.

The Cedar’s staircase has maple railings and black metal spindles, a stark contrast from next door. When you walk from the entrance to the open-planned living area, you go from light porcelain tile floors to an amazing, rich yet rustic almost amber large-planked engineered hardwood floors. The kitchen has a very large island with light granite countertops and a double, inset, black silgranite sink. The kitchen features esperesso cabinets, a glass tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances.

The attached dining room epitomizes the style of the home. The rich distressed wood dining table and bench juxtapose the cream-coloured leather dining chairs, giving the dining room a cozy but rich feel. The living room is focused around a built-in craftsman style fireplace with white-toned tile mosaic surround and comfortable seating perfect for a family.

The richly stained maple railing continues the craftsman style of the home and leads you upstairs, where you’ll find the bonus room (to the left of the staircase) that has huge windows, a sectional couch and glass coffee table. Along the hallway and to the left of a large expansive run of solid maple railing are two bedrooms, both with large closets, decorated in warm hues.

The bathroom on this side of the second floor, continues the same design features in the home.

To the right of the staircase is the laundry room and the master bedroom. The master has a balcony off its front wall, featuring custom glass railing and plenty of room to enjoy a morning coffee. The ensuite features a tub with a beige glass tile mosaic, barrel ceiling and shelving details, glassed-in shower (with tile mosaic) and a walk-in closet. Overall, The Cedar is a cozy home, decorated for classic tastes.

While both homes are lovely, most striking of all about these two gems is how they really do show you that your personal style can completely change the look and feel of your home. Whether modern and urban or warm and suburban, you can have the home you want in Vita at Crystallina Nera with Homexx.

To see the show homes for yourself, head down to the new community of Vita at Crystallina Nera—7665 and 7667 181 Avenue NW. Show home hours are Monday– Thursday, 2–8pm and weekends and holidays noon–5pm (closed on Fridays). For more information visit homexx.ca. apr 11 - may 9, 2014 | New home Guide 125

in the news//

34th Annual Awards of Excellence in Housing Gala

A sold-out crowd of 1,700 people attended the 34th Annual Awards of Excellence in Housing on March 15, 2014 at the Shaw Conference Centre.

The awards, hosted by the Canadian Home Builders Association – Edmonton Region (CHBA-ER), recognized the best of the best in sales and marketing ideas, outstanding products, superior home building and exceptional neighborhoods in the Edmonton region. CBHA-ER received 851 entries this year, which were then narrowed down to the finalists.

The James Bond-themed evening was all glitz and glamour, complete with martinis (shaken, not stirred), plus an Aston Marten on display for all to admire.

More than 60 awards were handed out during the evening in various categories, including multi-family, single-family, renovations, neighborhood development and sales and marketing.

The evening finished on a high note with the coveted Builder of the Year Awards.

Kimberley Homes was awarded Builder of the Year for Small Volume (less than 100 homes per year). This is the fourth year in a row Kimberley Homes has won, and the fifth time in six years.

Homes by Avi was awarded Builder of the Year for Large Volume (more than 100 homes per year). Homes by Avi is no stranger to bringing home the big prize. The company was crowned provincial Builder of the Year in September 2013 Carrington Communities captured Builder of the Year for MultiFamily. The win is the icing on the cake for the company, which is celebrating its 40th year in business, and which has built more than 12,000 units in Edmonton over those years.

Other notable awards were the Environmental Recognition Awards that honor home builders that strive for more environmentally friendly building practices. As well, six builders received the Leadership Award for leading by example within the building industry.

Congratulations to all finalists and winners!

For a complete list of all categories and winners visit the CHBA website at chbaedmonton.ca Established in 1954, the Canadian Home Builders’ Association – Edmonton Region, represents more than 400 member companies comprised of builders, developers, renovators, trade contractors, manufacturers, suppliers, designers, engineers, financial institutions and a host of allied professionals. apr 11 - may 9, 2014 | New home Guide 127

Best Print Advertising

Best Website

Best Show Home Parade

Brookfield Residential

Brookfield Residential

Beaverbrook

Best Radio Commercial

Builder / Realtor Co - Operation Award

Best Community

ReMax Real Estate Centre

Lake Summerside Best Sales & Information Centre - Single-Family

Chappelle Gardens

Maclab Enterprises Piece of Quiet

Best Digital Media Campaign/Mobile APPS

Beaverbrook Don’t Be Beige

Best Direct Mail/Email Promotion

Vicky’s Homes

Vicky’s Homes’s Inspirational Bags Best Indoor/Outdoor Advertising

Sterling Homes (Edmonton) Ltd. Smart Comes Standard Best Brochure Package

Carrington Communities Allure Condominiums

http://theorchards.ca/

Greenbury

Koshy Cheriyan

Brookfield Residential

Rookie of the Year - Single/Multi-Family

Jayman MasterBUILT

Dina Zejnilovic

Best Design Centre / Show Room

Carringtion Communities

Sales Person/Team of the Year - Single Family

Pacesetter Homes Carla Weinmeyer

Best Community Entrance, Logo & Signage

Alldritt Land Corp.

Granville

Best Community Landscaping & Amenities

Canada Lands Company Village At Griesbach

Orchards

Qualico Group Design Q

Best Single-Family under $250,000

UrbanAge Homes Inc. Design 18

Best Single-Family $250,000 to $300,000

Pacesetter Homes Lexi B

Best Single-Family over $300,000

Perry Signature Homes Newport

Best Single-Family under $350,000

Daytona Homes Versa IV

Best Single-family $350,000 to $450,000

Coventry Homes Inc. Aurora Paradise

Best Single-Family over $450,000

Perry Signature Homes Inc. Greyhawk

Best Single-Family under $275,000

Homes by Avi Yorkdale

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Tristate Signature Homes Malbec

Best Single-Family $300,000 to $325,000

Homes by Avi Wellesley

Best Single-Family $325,000 to $350,000

Crimson Cove Homes Inc. O’Regan Residence

Best Single-Family $350,000 to $375,000

Coventry Homes Inc. Omega

Best Single-Family $375,000 to $425,000

Marcson Homes Ltd. The Kimberley

Best Single-Family $425,000 to $500,000

UrbanAge Homes Inc. The Copperwood

Best Single-Family $500 to $600,000

Kimberley Homes New Hampshire IV

Best Single-Family $600,000 to $750,000

White Eagle Homes LTD. The Blue Diamond #1

Best Single-Family $750,000 to $1 Million

Perry Signature Homes Inc. Chelsea

Best Estate Home over $1 Million

Rimrock Elevations The Opulence

Builder of the Year - Small Volume

WINNER - Kimberley Homes Builder of the Year - Large Volume

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//homebuyers’ help

Landscaping trends Investing in the outdoors  by Shane’s Landscaping & Contracting Ltd.

The state of the economy over the last few years has made some changes in the way people are looking at and viewing their living spaces. Rather than going on an expensive vacation, many homeowners are

opting to stick around town and invest in their home and its useable living space.

This trend has expanded to the outdoors; as people are staying in more often and entertaining at home, this has increased the need for more livable outdoor space.

Homeowners are constantly looking for new ideas to create a sense of comfort and place for their family, friends and neighbors to enjoy the outside.

Living and Building Green

A lot of emphasis has been put on being Green or environmentally friendly recently.

We are all looking for ways to conserve, replenish, recycle and otherwise help the environment we live in. While homeowners are looking for more low maintenance water-friendly plants, yards and landscaping, they are also looking for more ways to 130 New home Guide | apr 11 - may 9, 2014

improve their outdoor spaces while shrinking the size of their carbon footprint. This is where the popularity of new Green products and practices has recently seen a huge growth in the landscaping marketplace. As a father of two young children, I practice what I preach in my own landscaping, and all of the landscaping projects we design and install for our clients.

I, like the most of you, have a desire to leave this earth a better place for my children and future generations.

There are several brands and products on the market now that are good for the environment.

Retaining walls that were once built of

With home entertaining and gourmet cooking becoming more popular in recent years, it is only natural that outdoor kitchens evolve as well. thousands of feet of treated timber are now being replaced by the different types of natural stone blocks, rocks and fieldstones to create beautiful, durable and Green outdoor living spaces.

Outdoor Kitchens

Outdoor kitchens are another big trend. These new outdoor kitchen areas are much more than just a barbecue grill and a lawn chair. With home entertaining and gourmet cooking becoming more popular in recent years, it is only natural that outdoor kitchens evolve as well. Until recently, most outdoor kitchens where seen in places such as California and Arizona due to the milder client. However, now with new products, features and today’s innovative home designs, we are able to build outdoor kitchens here in Alberta, to be enjoyed in many cases all year long. Homeowners today are looking for the complete package – kitchens with counters, bars, dining areas, fridges outdoor dishwashers, fireplaces – you name it! These areas are not only for cooking, but for hours of fun and entertaining outside as well – be it a hot August night for a family barbecue, or a cool winter evening with the kids and hot chocolate.

Last summer was a busy one for us, installing “the sky’s the limit” landscaping projects for many new-home owners. The excitement on their faces when the job is complete is confirmation enough that the trend toward improving one’s outdoor living spaces is here to stay. Our team was even invited over by a homeowner to enjoy a gourmet meal, prepared in an outdoor kitchen we installed. Now, that’s reaping the rewards!

Shane’s Landscaping & Contracting Ltd. specializes in residential, estate and acreage landscape construction.

From pilings to patios, water features, driveways, retaining walls, lighting, walkways, fences, irrigation, garden beds, boulders, barbecue, fire pits and the new synthetics grasses. Planning your landscaping is an exciting time and we are here to help. Our team of friendly knowledgeable and hardworking staff can make your landscaping dream a reality.

Shane’s Landscaping & Contracting Ltd. is locally owned and operated, providing landscaping and commercial snow removal services to Edmonton and surrounding area.

Call us now for a quote at 780.983.8233 or visit shaneslandscaping.com apr 11 - may 9, 2014 | New home Guide 131

Home Builders Aacropolis Homes Alldritt Homes Artisan Homes Inc. Bedrock Homes Boss Homes

Cameron Homes Inc.

www.cameronhomes.ca

Cami Comfort Homes

www.camicomforthomes.ca

Carriage Signature Homes Celebration Homes

www.canyonspringhomes.com www.carriagesignature.com www.celebrationhomes.ca

Cobblestone Master Builder

www.mycobblestone.ca

Concept Homes

www.concepthomes.ca

Compass Rose Homes Inc.

www.compassrose.ca www.countryhillshomes.com

Coventry Homes

www.coventry-homes.com

Darren’s Homes

www.darrenshomes.com www.daytonahomes.ca

Dolce Vita Homes LP

www. dolcevitahomes.ca

Effect Home Builders

www.effecthomes.ca

Encore Master Builder

www.encorehomes.ca

Enitity Homes

www.entityhomes.ca

Fekete Homes

www.feketehomes.ca

Gannet Homes Master Builder Homes by Avi Homes by Santos Construction

www.greenlivinghomes.ca www.gannethomes.com www.homesbyavi.com www.santoshomes.ca

Homexx Corporation

www.homexx.ca

Iconic Estate Homes

www.iconichomes.ca

Impact Homes

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www.bosshomes.ca

www.calibermasterbuilder.ca

Green Living Homes

www.lincolnberg.com

www.bedrockhomes.ca

Caliber Master Builder

Daytona Homes Master Builder

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www.artisancommunities.ca

www.livebrookfield.com

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L To that r i a f Af Love

www.alldritthomes.com

Brookfield Residential

Canyon Spring Master Builder

web directory

www.aacropolishomes.com

Innovations by Jayman

www.impacthomes.ca www.jayman.com

Jayman MasterBUILT Kanvi Homes Kimberley Homes Landmark Group of Builders Lincolnberg Master Builder MacLachlan & Mitchell Homes Maple Isle Homes Marco Antonio Homes

www.jayman.com www.kanvihomes.com www.buildwithkimberley.ca www.landmarkgroup.ca www.lincolnberg.com www.macmitch-homes.com www.mapleislehomes.ca www.marcoantoniohomes.com

Mattamy Homes

www.mattamyhomes.com

Pacesetter Homes

www.yourpacesetter.com

Parkwood Master Builder Perry Signature Homes Inc. Pompei Homes ReidBuilt Homes Rococo Homes Rohit Communities Rosecroft Custom Homes Sabal Homes

www.parkwoodmasterbuilder.com www.perryhomes.ca www.pompeihomes.com www.reidbuilthomes.com www.rococohomesinc.ca www.rohitcommunities.com www.rosecroftcustom homes.com www.sabalhomes.com

San Rufo Homes

www.sanrufohomes.com

S2 Squared by Sterling Homes

www.sterlingsquared.ca

Sterling Homes Edmonton Ltd.

web directory

www.sterlingedmonton.com

Thomsen Built

www.thomsenbuilt.com

Urban Living by Landmark

www.landmarkurban.ca

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www.urbanityhomes.com www.vickyshomes.ca Rear - Detached Garage Homes

White Eagle Homes Ltd

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Front - Attached Garage Homes

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Developers/Communities Allard in Heritage Valley by MLC Group / JCA Financial Allard Heritage Valley by United Communities

www.allard.ca www.allardheritagevalley.ca

Alpine Ridge in Terrace Heights by Qualico Communities Ambleside South by Qualico Communities

www.amblesidewindermere.ca

Beaverbrook Developments

www.beaverbrook.ca

Callaghan by Rohit Land Development Cameron Communities Cameron Heights Canada Lands Company Canterra Developments Corp.

Chappelle Gardens by Brookfield Residential Creekwood Chappelle Cy Becker by Qualico Communities Dundee Developments Edgemont by Brookfield Residential Forest Ridge by Qualico Communities GARDENS

Genstar Development Company Glenridding by United Communities Glenridding Heights by Rohit Land Development

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www.amblesidesouth.com

Ambleside in Windermere

Brookfield Residential

web directory

www.alpine-ridge.ca

www.livebrookfield.com www.liveincallaghan.com www.cameroncommunities.ca www.cameronheights.com www.villageatgriesbach.com www.canterradevelopments.com www.chappellegardens.com www.creekwoodchappelle.com www.cybecker.com www.dundeedevelopments.com www.myedgemont.ca www.forestridgefortsask.com www.genstar.com www.glenridding.ca www.glenriddingheights.com

Granville by Alldritt Land Corporation

www.mygranville.com

Graydon Hill by MLC Group

www.graydon-hill.com

Greenbury by Beaverbrook

www.greenbury.ca

Griesbach by Canada Lands

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Hampton Pointe by Beaverbrook Hampton Terrace by Qualico Communities

www.hamptonpointe.ca www.hamptonterraceedmonton.com

Hawks Ridge at Big Lake Hawthorne at Heather Glen by Qualico Communities

www.hawksridge.ca www.hawthornesprucegrove.com

Hills of Twin Lakes Hopewell Residential

www.hillsoftwinlakes.com www.hopewellcommunities.com

Hudson Park by Beaverbrook

www.homesinhudson.ca

Keswick on the River

keswick-in-windermere.com

Kenton Village by Beaverbrook

www.kentonvillage.ca

Lake Summerside by Brookfield Residential Langdale in Windermere by Qualico Communities

www.lakesummerside.com www.langdale-windermere.com

Laurel Crossing by Qualico Communities

www.laurel-crossing.com

Laurel by Dundee Developments

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Maclab Enterprises

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Manning Village by Cameron Communities

www.manningvillage.com

Maple Crest by Dundee Developments

www.livemaplecrest.ca

McConachie Landing by MLC Group/Cameron Dev Corp

www.mcconachie-landing.com

McConachie by Walton Development & Management L.P. MLC Group Montalet by United Communities Morningside Properties Newcastle by Qualico Communities ONE at Windermere

web directory

www.mcconachie.ca www.mlcland.com www.montalet.ca www.mymorningside.com

www.newcastle-edmonton.com www.oneatwindermere.com

YOUR PERFECT HOME!

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Developers/Communities Palisades by MLC Group

www.palisades.ca

Palm Cove by Qualico Communities

www.palmcovesylvan.com www.liveinprescott.ca

Prescott by Beaverbrook Qualico Communities

www.qualicocommunities.com

Ravines of Devon by Qualico Communities

www.theravinesofdevon.com

Ravines of Richford by Rohit Land Development

www.ravinesofrichford.com

Reid Worldwide Corporation

www.rwwc.ca

Robinson by Beaverbrook

web directory

www.LiveInRobinson.ca

Ruisseau by Qualico Communities

www.ruisseau-beaumont.com

Secord by Hopewell Residential

www.liveinsecord.ca

Sienna by Qualico Communities www.sienna-fortsask.com Silverstone by Qualico Communities www.silverstone-stonyplain.com Southcreek by Qualico Communities www.southcreek.ca www.south-pointe.ca

South Pointe by MLC Group Spring Lake Ranch Springate at Spruce Ridge by Qualico Communities

www.springlakeranch.ca www.springatesprucegrove.com

Spruce Village by Beaverbrook Starling at Big Lake by Rohit Land Development Strata Developments

www.sprucevillage.ca www.StarlingAtBigLake.com www.stratadevelopments.ca

Summerwood by Qualico Communities www.summerwoodsherwoodpark.com Suntree www.liveinsuntree.ca Tamarack by Dundee Developments Tamarack Common by Qualico Communities The Club & Residences of River’s Gate by Beaverbrook.

The Estates at Waters Edge

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www.livetamarack.com www.tamarackcommon.com www.riversgate.ca www.WatersEdgeEstates.ca

The Orchards

www.theorchards.ca

The Orchards by Brookfield Residential

www.theorchards.ca

The Terrace by Brookfield Residential

www.discovertheterrace.ca

Thomas Creek

www.CalmarThomasCreek.com

Trumpeter by United Communities

www.trumpeterbiglake.ca

Tuscany Hills by United Communities

www.tuscanyhills.ca

United Communities

www.unitedcommunities.com

Upper Windermere by Beaverbrook

www.upperwindermere.com

Vita Crystallina Nera

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Villas on the Ravine

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Walker Lakes North by MLC Group / Cameron Dev Corp

www.walkerlakes-north.com

Walker Lakes Station by MLC Group / JCA Financial Walker Summit by United Communities

www.walkerlakes-station.ca www.walkersummit.com

Walton Development and Management L.P.

www.waltondm.com

Westerra by Qualico Communities

web directory

www.westerrastonyplain.com www.windermereridge.ca

Windermere Ridge by Beaverbrook Windermere South

www.windermere-south.ca

Windrose www.liveinwindrose.ca www.woodhavenedgemont.com

Woodhaven - Edgemont The Woods at Kenton by Beaverbrook

www.woodsatkenton.can

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