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Community Profile

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Building better communities

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Neighbourhoods

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Home Sales

Canadian home sales edge lower but still strong in July

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Interest Rates

Two-thirds of Canadians fear an interest rate hike

Qualico Communities News of Qualico-saurus proportions

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CHBA - Alberta

Positive signs for the Edmonton housing market

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Fundamentally Speaking How might foreign economic woes affect Canadian real estate?

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Community Profile

Dream – building better communities

New Homebuyers’ Resource Section Mortgage calculator and rate table

Designer Advice

Cottage country in the city

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New-home experience Make wise choices and enjoy the process

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hen only a new home will do, those in the market will be pleasantly surprised by the exceptional value and attention to detail a new home offers.

When you buy new, you don’t inherit somebody else’s worn carpeting, personal taste in kitchen appliances or paint colour preferences. You get a fresh, clean space that’s waiting for your personal imprint.

If you’ve always fantasized about buying a brand new home, here are a few tips that can help you make the process a pleasant one: » Shop the mortgage market to see what you can afford before you start your hunt; » Obtain a lawyer who is willing to review your offer and close the deal; » Don’t be persuaded by high pressure sales tactics while you’re out shopping;

» Determine which options and upgrades you want as part of your offer and ensure your lender will finance what’s required, if needed; » To save money, consider which upgrades you could purchase and install yourself after the sale closes.

Some upgrades such as rough-ins and wiring inside the walls are easier to do before construction.

Factors such as the cost of the home, neighbourhood, lot size and special features play a big role in your final decision. Determining which features your new house absolutely must have, and which features you could live without, should be among your fi rst steps in the homebuying process.

We hope you enjoy this issue of New Home Guide. Let us know what you think! We’d love to hear from you.

Take note, Edmonton homebuyers CMHC’s assessment, other recent results provide some welcome good news for Edmonton homebuyers

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ood news, Edmonton homebuyers and owners – your housing market is low risk.

Th is may not sound like any milestone occasion, but considering the economic challenges the province is facing, things could certainly be a little more worrisome.

As in Toronto, for example. In Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp.’s latest House Price Analysis and Assessment, the country’s largest real estate market has joined Winnipeg and Regina as those that warrant a “high risk” rating. Th is is a significant change from only April, when Toronto received a “moderate risk” assessment.

Why the change? A combination of price acceleration and overvaluation,

caused by the fact that price growth is exceeding gains in personal disposable income. Th is gives rise to modest risk of overvaluation, CMHC says.

In Edmonton, the risk of overvaluation remains low, despite growth in house prices that has exceeded gains in disposable income.

The labour market has been impacted by lower oil prices, slowing employment growth, limiting income gains and pushing up the unemployment rate.

Population growth has also slowed, CMHC says, as fewer migrants have moved to the city.

For a more light-hearted view of the positive signs in Edmonton, have a read of CHBA - Alberta CEO Jim Rivait’s column on page 20.

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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 turn-around 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.

Waters Edge homes have been designed in a timeless Craftsmanstyle 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.

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Neighbourhood farmers’ markets booming in Edmonton » by GENE KOSOWAN Talk about revitalization in Edmonton and much of the spotlight focuses on the building of the Rogers Place sports and entertainment arena, as well as the highrises stretching up in the city core. But another form of civic rejuvenation is taking place, literally at a grassroots level – neighbourhood farmers’ markets.

Neighbourhood farmers’ markets are now beginning to dot the municipal map as go-to destinations for locals. With the addition of the 124 Street Grand Market just northwest of downtown, the French Quarter on the south side and another one in Windermere in the city’s southwest corner within the past year, neighbourhood farmers’ markets currently number 12. That’s double what existed three years ago – not too shabby for a city with less than one million residents, considering Toronto – Canada’s largest city – has about 30.

Amy Hayduk, assistant marketing director and events coordinator with the 124 Street Grand Market, located in the Westmount neighbourhood, likes the fact that the movement towards purchasing local foods has fostered the existence of the market where she works.

“As a member of the community, I feel passionate about farmers’ markets, because we have great restaurants and great shops, but there’s not necessarily any place to buy groceries close by that’s walkable,” she says. “That really helps with the neighbourhood’s vitality, especially with having accessibility to local fresh food. It animates the neighbourhood and brings out people who might not otherwise come by.”

Farmers’ markets are nothing new in the Alberta capital. The City Market Downtown has been around since 1903, one year before Edmonton was officially

declared a city. With more than 150 vendors serving nearly 30,000 customers every Saturday, the City Market Downtown remains the granddaddy of them all. It’s rivalled only by the Old Strathcona Farmers Market, which opened in 1983 and with 130 vendors, brings in roughly 10,000 people every week.

What is new, however, is that more recent markets don’t have designated facilities and exist in pop-up fashion, either occupying a parking lot at a mall or a barricaded street once a week.

Whatever form they take, Wendi Freudenreich, a local realtor, believes the presence of these markets adds to a neighbourhood’s appeal by increasing walk score, a measurement that calculates walkable distances to amenities in the area.

“Markets would substantially increase the desire to be in that neighbourhood based on walk scores,” says Freudenreich. “Markets would also increase a community feel and vibe.

That’s a trend in general in eating and shopping, so it appeals to trendier and younger people in neighbourhoods.”

While Freudenreich cautions that some markets may spur complaints about barricaded streets preventing locals from parking their vehicles and increases the potential for noise and litter on resident lawns, Hayduk says organizers do what they can to mitigate these concerns.

“We do try to be respectful and treat the area like it was our backyard,” she says. “Because for some of us, it is!”

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Gene Kosowan is a freelance writer in Edmonton.

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Positive signs for Edmonton market » by JIM RIVAIT

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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.

Some days it seems like there are as many housing bubble stories circulating on the Internet as cute cat videos.

The connection may not be obvious but it’s really very simple – publishers are fiercely competing to get you to click on their links so they can earn ad revenue. The web makes it easy to count clicks and identify what attracts an audience. Then there is an irresistible incentive to serve up more of the same.

Watching a lot of Grumpy Cat is fun for most folks, but a bombardment of Chicken Little style scare stories about how the sky is falling is another matter. Especially when the vast majority of real estate news focuses on Toronto and treats cities like Edmonton as an afterthought.

So, if Grumpy Cat and Chicken Little don’t mind taking a break from the spotlight, here are some facts about the Edmonton housing market that may surprise you.

After the first seven month of 2015, new home construction is up 50 per cent over than last year. The multi-family sector

has surged, but single-family sales are on par with 2014 – a year that was busier than any since 2007. Not only are people buying new homes, there’s a shift to slightly higher priced homes, with the average up 11 per cent in the first half of the year.

Edmonton’s performance in the resale home market is also better than most of the province. Sales here are down about 10 per cent over the year, but that’s less than half of the decline across Alberta. Prices in our city are up 2.5 per cent so far as well, so the trend is positive.

Housing markets are closely connected, so the performance of the rental sector is a good indicator of confidence.

One of Alberta’s biggest landlords is Boardwalk Equities, with more than 12,000 suites in Edmonton alone.

Boardwalk’s financial results show that across its portfolio, occupancy rates fell just slightly more than one per cent to 97.5 per cent. At the same time, major investors are pouring a lot of money into high-profile projects aimed at the rental market, especially downtown.

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC) expects rents to continue edging up in Edmonton even as new supply comes on stream. As a result, the cost of renting an average two-bedroom apartment – now more than $14,000 a year – is likely to climb.

Rising rents are not great news, except to landlords, but they are another indicator of a healthy housing market.

That view was confirmed by CMHC in a recent assessment of 15 Canadian housing markets. Edmonton was rated at low risk of a market correction, as were most other cities. Toronto was one of the exceptions, with risk levels rated as high.

A lot of the national media is based in Toronto, so it’s no surprise that there are a lot of stories that take the Grumpy Cat view of housing markets across Canada, even for cities such as Edmonton, where conditions are much different.

That’s something to remember the next time that another scare story shows up in your news feed. Maybe it would be better to click on the link to that hilarious cat video instead.

The Canadian Home Builders’ Association – Alberta represents over 1,500 business members including new home builders, renovators, developers, trade and supply companies, and professional services.

AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE IN HOUSING

FINALISTS ANNOUNCED The Canadian Home Builders’ Association – Alberta is pleased to announce the 75 finalists for the 2015 Awards of Excellence in Housing presented by RBC Royal Bank. More than 400 entries were submitted for judging by over 140 industry members. Winners in the 25 individual categories plus three prestigious Builder of the Year Awards will be announced September 18 at BUILD 2015 in Jasper.

“This year we have finalists from all six of the local home builder associations from across the province.

That demonstrates the tremendous pride our builders, renovators and developers take in their work.

Our Members are competing to be named Alberta’s best in a range of categories that reflect the options available in today’s marketplace. The single family home award categories start with homes priced at under $250,000 without lot or GST and go up to beautiful estate homes selling for more than $1.5 million. Other sectors of the housing market are well represented with awards for the best multi-family, green home, community developments and renovations,” said Tally Hutchinson, President, CHBA – Alberta.

The Calgary Region leads this year’s competition with 34 finalists, followed by Edmonton Region with 29, Lethbridge with 8, two for Central Alberta and one each for Grande Prairie and Medicine Hat. The highlight of the evening is the announcement of the Builder of the Year Awards for the best overall scores in the competition. CHBA – Alberta will present awards to the top multi-family, small-volume and the Ralph Scurfield Award to the large-volume builder. The finalists and winners will be at the awards ceremony.

“Alberta builders are always looking for new and innovative ways to satisfy consumer demand for attractive homes that suit their individual lifestyles and budgets. This year’s award finalists are wonderful examples of the projects produced by the province’s highly competitive residential construction industry. Whether you are looking to buy or renovate a home, you will find lots of great choices by starting with a visit to the show homes and websites of this year’s finalists,” said Jim Rivait, CEO, CHBA – Alberta.

CHBA – Alberta is also thrilled to announce the finalists for the Safety Leadership Awards. Nine companies are finalists for the awards sponsored by ATCO Gas. The awards will also be presented at BUILD 2015, CHBA – Alberta’s annual conference.

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For those of us who lived in the 70’s, the thought makes us all shudder, but the era did have some serious swagger. To feel the vibes of the 70’s watch any soul train video, Daftpunk’s “Get Lucky”, or Led Zeppelins “Trampled Under Foot”. For today’s 70’s look we will embrace the wild child and refine it – but only a little.

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The 70’s is a minimalist vibe, but with a wonderful abandon in your combination of colours, patterns and textures. The more up to date spin is to stay with warm earth tones freshened with white and a thoughtful injection of large linear patterns and finishes. Don’t be afraid to mix white with cream, brown and black, don’t use extremes like white and black always soften them. Think large simple graphics for your patterns. 70’s style must have texture with anything sexy to the touch. Mohair, knit, cashmere, silk, faux fur - just to name a few.

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//FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKING

How might foreign economic woes affect Canadian real estate? » by WAYNE KARL

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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.

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The recent collapse of the Chinese stock market and subsequent economic woes may seem like a world away, but the effects are being felt globally – including here in Canada.

What might it all mean for the Canadian housing market?

It’s early days yet, and the assumption is that ongoing woes in China will hurt us. True, a troubled Chinese economy hurts Canadian shipments to that increasingly important export market, particularly from BC and Alberta. But when it comes to Canadian housing, there may actually be a benefit.

It’s well known that Canada is a popular destination for Chinese real estate investors, and Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC) has said the number of foreign investors in Canada may be higher than documented – meaning there is continued strong interest in the Canadian housing market.

“We know it is common for foreign nationals to invest in Canadian real estate,” Alyssa Richard, founder and CEO of ratehub.ca told New Home Guide. “Because Canada’s market is more stable than China’s, it has become common in large cities, especially Vancouver, for Chinese nationals to invest.”

The economic downturn in China could affect Canadian real estate in a few ways, Richard says. “Because investment in China is uncertain at best, sometimes yielding only losses, Chinese investment in Canadian real estate could increase.

“If these Chinese investments in Canada are short-term, however, that could cause significant corrections if there is a collective divestment in the future when the Chinese economy turns around.”

It is also possible, Richard says, that Chinese investment in the Canadian housing market will not see much change.

“Chinese investors will not likely withdraw investments here right away, as there’s no real alternative back home to supplant their assets. Many investors will also be hurting back in China, not allowing them to further invest overseas. With no funds

Because investment in China is uncertain at best, sometimes yielding only losses, Chinese investment in Canadian real estate could increase.

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for new investments, the Canadian market could stay relatively level.”

CMHC Deputy Chief Economist Jeff rey Harris told New Home Guide that it is “difficult to determine the effect foreign buyers may be having on the price of housing, as the available information on foreign buyers is largely anecdotal. Immigrant demand for housing should not be confused with sales to foreign residents.”

CMHC’s October 2014 Rental Market Survey included questions on foreign ownership of Canadian condominiums. Specifically, property managers were asked to provide information on the total condominium apartment units owned by people whose permanent residence is outside of Canada.

“Foreign condominium investors represent just 1.7 per cent of owners across the eleven centres surveyed,” Harris says. “The CMAs with the highest percentage of foreign investment in condominiums are Toronto at 2.4 per cent, Vancouver at 2.3 per cent and Montreal at 1.5 per cent.”

The CMAs with the smallest percentage of foreign investment in condominiums are Edmonton, Regina and Winnipeg, all at 0.1 per cent, followed by Calgary at 0.2 per cent and Saskatoon at 0.3 per cent. In theory, this could mean these markets are less exposed to risks associated with any divestment by foreign owners.

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Last Minute Landscaping for the Fall » by SHANE’S LANDSCAPING & CONTRACTING LTD. With our days getting shorter and temperatures beginning to drop, the capital region is saying a fond farewell to summer.

While the moderate weather persists there is still time to squeeze in one final landscaping project and prepare your yard for the coming of winter.

Fall planting The cool temperatures and adequate rainfall of spring and autumn make them ideal times for planting trees and shrubs. Each plant species has a different preference for when it should be planted, based on varying tolerances to wet spring conditions and early fall frosts.

In autumn, most evergreens prefer to be planted earlier in the season, allowing for six weeks before the coming of frost. This allows them to establish root systems before the ground freezes. Deciduous plants require less time, although a minimum of four weeks is suggested.

PROTECTING NEW TREES AND SHRUBS Surviving the winter season can be a challenge for certain plants. So before the frosts set in, it is important to set up defense barriers against the cold climates.

Shrubs and trees that were planted this year and last are most susceptible to winter damage. Be sure to water these plants as much as possible now because the best defence is to make sure that they enter winter with lots of water stored in their root system For added protection against frost cracks, sunscald, and animal damage, wrap the trunks of thin-barked, young trees in late November. Once March rolls in, be sure to remove the wrap.

Autumn gardening In terms of produce, the beginning of September marks the end of the planting season. If you are looking to try your luck with a fall vegetable garden, your best odds are with garlic, lettuce and beets. Stop into your local garden centre and an associate will be able to point out the most resilient varieties.

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Planting bulbous flowers such as these Oriental Lilies in the fall ensures that you will have a lively garden awaiting you in the spring.

GETTING SET FOR SPRING Fall is a good time to get your garden ready for next spring.

Bulbous plants such as Asiatic and Oriental lilies should be planted in late fall to be sure that the flower buds set. As well, if you feel like taking a gamble, try throwing the seeds of hardy annuals such as cleome, larkspur, poppies and cosmos throughout your garden. These plants will frequently take root from seeds sown in autumn and emerge once the snow has melted.

For more ideas on autumn gardening in the capital region, check out the Edmonton Hotrticulal Society,or contact us directly at Shanes Landscaping & Contracting for new, fresh and innovative ideas.

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EDMONTON’S NEW RENTAL UNIT CONSTRUCTION SOARS IN 2015 (PART 3)

So far in this series of articles we have been discussing the recent surge in the construction of new premium rental units with new condo-like features and finishes across the city of Edmonton.

To date, the success of these projects – at reaching high occupancy rates upon completion – has been a testament to consumer demands for high-quality living spaces when compared to Edmonton’s current primary rental universe, which is vastly over represented by units built prior to 1980.

At the end of our last article, we noted our expectation that more of these new high-end rental projects will begin pre-leasing in Edmonton’s market in the near future, and we wondered how long this trend would continue and how it might affect the demand for Edmonton’s standing rental properties in its maturity.

The answers to these questions will mainly depend on the continued success of current new condo builders leasing their buildings at rental premiums that justify their investment – through the achievement of capitalization rates that are equal to or above current market capitalization rates in the city of Edmonton – 4% to 5%.* Adjacently, any long-lasting adverse effects that these new rental stocks have on existing apartment rentals in maintaining their current capitalization Intelligence is Edmonton’s newest and rates – sayHouse through higher vacancies and most less innovative Real Estate Marketing Agency with a focus on strategic market intelligence which includes full research, marketing and sales services to the real estate industry.

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total rents – should eventually be met by actions within these buildings to re-raise these rates (most likely in the form of investments to upgrade their buildings to achieve higher appeal, rents and building value).

Eventually, these two forces will meet in the middle and, at that point, the construction of new rental buildings should begin to slow.

Intelligence House believes this process is now underway, as many older buildings have recently started upgrading their suites as they become available. A simple search of any primary rental website can shed light on this emerging trend, as many ads for older buildings now read “condolike” or “newly updated”.

For the city of Edmonton, the situation could not be better, or more timely, from an economic point of view as the construction of new apartment buildings is driving the renovations of old rental stock.

*Colliers International *Note: The economics of apartment building rentals is typically described using a “capitalization rate,” which is the annual rate of return a building earns as measured by the difference in that building’s revenues (total rents) and expenses divided by the building’s market value of sale.

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What to do when you hire a contractor Many experienced and reliable contractors work in your community – highly skilled professionals who do business the right way.

Unfortunately not all contractors play by the same rules. Some cut corners to offer lower prices. They promise you a “good deal” as long as nothing is written down and you pay in cash.

These cash deals can mean a lot of risk for you.

Contractors who don’t do business properly don’t protect you from accidents or their mistakes. If there is a work-related injury or damage to your home, you could face lawsuits and financial loss.

You could be responsible for your contractor’s unpaid bills. And you could be stuck with work that is incomplete or badly done.

While serious, these risks are easy to avoid. Before you agree to let anyone work on your home, take these three simple steps: know who you’re dealing with, make sure you’re protected from risks, and always Get in in Writing! ™

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a good contractor • Ask friends, family and neighbors about contractors they have hired to work on their homes.

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• Ask your utility company if it has a list of recommended contractors.

• Check with your local Better Business Bureau to find out if a contractor is a member.

For more advice, including detailed information about contracts plus worksheets you can use when interviewing contractors, visit HiringAContractor.com For a listing of builder and renovator members, contact the Canadian Home Builder’s Association - Edmonton Region. Call 425-1020 or visit their website at chbaedmonton.ca Get it in Writing! provides information to help you make informed choices when you build, renovate, or repair your home. This program is managed by the Canadian Home Builders’ Association with support from the Government of Canada.

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West Haven Park – Rear Parking Lane 105 Kirpatrick Bend Brad 780-732-1310 I cell: 780-906-1142 Leduc I Model: Escape

Vita at Crystallina Nera – Single Family 7663 - 181 Ave (2 showhomes) Danny 780-733-7924 I cell: 780 951 4529 Model: Birch/Cedar

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A LOFTY EXPERIENCE Hip and refreshing home at Vita at Crystallina Nera

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ocated in the new northeast Edmonton community of Crystallina Nera is a stunning front-attached-garage showhome by Homexx, one that’s modern, bright, funky and truly one of the hippest front-attached-garage homes this writer has ever seen.

When you walk into the 2,133-sq.-ft. threebedroom, 2.5-bathroom Birch showhome, 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 full-sheet modern glass railing on the staircase in the middle of the floor (right in front of the entrance).

The glass enhances the open feeling of the home, and also adds a delightful touch of chic and sleek to the main floor. Just left of the entrance, there is a small bathroom with modern faucets and a rich solid maple core door and just down the hallway (and where the entrance from the double-attached garage would be) is a large closet and walkthrough pantry.

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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 wideplanked, light coloured, engineered hardwood—feel big enough for any family (or party), and have a wonderful flow. The trim, doors and baseboards throughout the main living area (and the entire house) are custom finished exclusively for Homexx, creating a stunning, high-quality finish, but at a better price than you’d get building on your own, And the kitchen…the details are stunning. The massive (massive!) double-door, built-in fridge play beautifully with the dark beige quartz countertops, medium brown 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.

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the 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, custom gas fireplace with stone detailing and maple-wrapped mantle and hearth 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.

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 – with a stunning, modern and unique self-supporting tempered glass rail with stainless steel handrail – and find yourself in the middle of a truly great great room. The room is 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, quartz 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 closet with shelves, drawers and rails, and windows. The ensuite includes a glassed-in shower, large tub, double sinks, quartz countertops and the same light porcelain tile flooring found around the home.

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

To see the showhome for yourself, head down to 7667 181 Avenue NW. Showhome hours are Monday to Thursday, 3 to 8 p.m., weekends and holidays noon to 5 p.m., closed on Fridays.

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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 LOCATION: West of 180th Street and South of Ellerslie Road (9th Ave)

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DEVELOPER: Melcor Developments Ltd BUILDERS: AceLang Construction, Canyon Springs Master Builder, Birkholz Homs, Hillview Homes, Carriage Custom Homes, Kanvi Homes, Perry Signature Homes, Kimberley Custom Homes LOCATION: South on Ellerslie and 141 street

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DEVELOPER: Delcon Creekwood BUILDERS: Artisan Homes, Bedrock Homes, Homes by Avi, Kimberley Homes, ReidBuilt Homes, Connect Homes, Thomsen Built, Alquinn Homes, Averton Homes, Klair Custom Homes, Prominent Homes LOCATION: South of Ellerslie Road & West of 141 Street

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DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Innovations by Jayman, Brookfield Residential, Daytona Homes Master Builder, Coventry Homes, Homes by Avi LOCATION: South of Ellerslie Road & East of 141 Street

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DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Communities BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes, Dolce Vita Homes, Kimberley Homes LOCATION: Hiller Road, West of 170 Street

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Canadian home sales edge lower but still strong in July Discover Our Shining New Showhomes

Canadian home sales activity edged slightly lower on a month-over-month basis in July 2015, according to new statistics from The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA).

The number of home sales processed through the MLS systems of Canadian real estate boards and associations declined by 0.4 per cent in July 2015, compared to June. While this marks the second consecutive monthly decline, sales activity in May, June and July reached their highest monthly levels in more than five years.

July sales were down from the previous month in about half of all local markets, led by declines in Hamilton-Burlington and in the Durham Region of the Greater Toronto Area. The monthly decline in sales for these two markets represents a pullback from record levels in June and likely reflects an insufficient supply of listings. By contrast, sales in Newfoundland and Labrador were up most on a month-over-month basis, marking a rebound from a quiet month of June for the province.

“National sales activity remains solid, fuelled by strength in British Columbia and the Greater Toronto Area, where listings are in short supply or trending that way,” says CREA President Pauline Aunger. “That said, markets elsewhere across Canada are largely well balanced and in some cases have an ample supply of listings.”

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Year-over-year price growth picked up in July for all benchmark home types tracked by the MLS Home Price Index.

“It’s fair to say that the strength of national sales is still a story about two cities, but it’s equally about how trends there are spreading out in their respective provinces,” says Gregory Klump, CREA’s chief economist. “Trends in British Columbia and Ontario have a big influence on the national figures, since they account for about 60 per cent of national housing activity. As a result, the national picture reflects how demand is running high for the short supply of single-family homes in and around the GTA while the balance between supply and demand is tightening in BC’s Lower Mainland. These remain the only places in Canada where home prices are growing strongly.”

Calgary continued to post the largest year-over-year declines in sales compared to last year’s record levels, though activity there is still running roughly in line with five- and 10-year averages for sales during the month of July.

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PROMO ON NOW! to post the biggest year-over-year price gains (8.2 per cent), with comparatively more modest increases for one-storey single family homes (4.9 per cent), townhouse/row units (4.5 per cent) and condo units (2.9 per cent).

Greater Vancouver (11.2 per cent) and the GTA (9.4 per cent) continue to post the largest year-over-year price increases. Price gains in Calgary continued to slow, with a year-over-year increase of just 0.14 per cent in July – the smallest gain in nearly four years.

Home prices were up from July 2014 levels by just under two per cent in Greater Montreal and by just under one per cent in Ottawa. Prices fell by about 3.5 per cent in Regina and by about 1.5 per cent in Greater Moncton.

The national average home price continues to be upwardly distorted by sales activity in Vancouver and Toronto, which are among Canada’s most active and expensive housing markets. If these two markets are excluded from calculations, the average is a more modest $341,438 and the year-over-year gain is reduced to 4.1 per cent.

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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: Rohit UnitedLand Communities Development BUILDERS: Celebration Caliber Master Homes, Builder, OPEN LOCATION: Kimberley Homes, Ellerslie White Road Eagle & Blackmud Homes, Creek Parkwood Ravine Master Builder LOCATION: 111th Street & 30th Ave

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DEVELOPER: GroupLand / Cameron DEVELOPER: MLC Carrington Communities BUILDERS : Bedrock Homes BUILDERS: Homes LOCATIONCameron : 5624 - 7th ave LOCATION: South of Ellerslie Rd. on 66 Street

DEVELOPER: DEVELOPER: MLC Carrington GroupLand / Allard Developments BUILDERS : Bedrock Homes BUILDERS: LOCATIONActive : 5624Homes, - 7th aveBoss Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Sterling Homes WALKER STATION LOCATION: LAKES South of Ellerslie Rd. DEVELOPER: MLC Group / Allard on 66 St. Developments BUILDERS: Active Homes, Boss Homes, ALLARD Landmark Legacy Homes, Lincolnberg DEVELOPER: United Communities Master Builder, Pacesetter Homes, BUILDERS: Caliber Master Builder, Sterling Homes Kimberley Homes, White Eagle Homes, LOCATION: South of Ellerslie Rd. Parkwood Master Builder on 66 St. LOCATION: 111th Street & 30th Ave

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BUILDER: Konark Homes, Cancom DEVELOPER: Cancom Development Homes, Infiniti Homes, OpenCancom BUILDER: Konark Homes, LOCATION: onOpen 101 Street to Homes, InfinitiSouth Homes, Towship Road 510. eastStreet to EastVistas LOCATION: SouthTurn on 101 to Blvd. (follow signs) Towship Road 510. Turn east to EastVistas Blvd. (follow signs)

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BUILDERS: Bedrock CoventryLtd DEVELOPER: MelcorHomes, Developments Homes, Landmark Homes, Parkwood BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes, Coventry Master Builder, Trend Homes, Lincolnberg Homes, Landmark Homes, Parkwood MelcorHomes, Homes Lincolnberg Master Builder, Trend LOCATION: Ellerslie at 66th Master Builder,South MelcoronHomes street LOCATION: South on Ellerslie at 66th street

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BUILDERS: Pacesetter Homes, Landmark DEVELOPER: MLC Group Homes and Jayman Exclusive.

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//IN THE NEWS

Two-thirds of Canadians fear an interest rate hike With the Bank of Canada’s recent move to lower its benchmark interest rate, higher lending rates and ballooning debt may be the furthest thing from many Canadians’ minds. But as they say, what goes down must come up. Indeed, when rates do rise, the majority of Canadians fear they’ll feel the strain.

According to BMO’s Annual Debt Report released recently, almost two-thirds of Canadians carrying debt (64 per cent) would be stressed if interest rates rose two percentage points. One-quarter (25 per cent) would be “very stressed.”

Despite the distress, Canadians remain optimistic about the pace at which they can pay off their debt, and almost half plan to increase their debt in the coming year.

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» $92,699 The average household debt in Canada » 46% Canadians who feel some stress about their current debt load, down from the past two years (54 per cent in 2014, and 57 per cent in 2013).

» 5 years The amount of time expected to pay off their debt » 46% The number of debt-holders who plan to take on more debt this year “The sizeable number of indebted households that would feel very strained by a relatively moderate increase in interest rates is concerning,” notes Sal Guatieri, senior economist, BMO Capital Markets. “This is a worrisome side effect of a prolonged period of low interest rates and needs to be closely monitored, especially if rates continue to fall.”

“Interest rates have been hovering around historic lows over the past few years, so many Canadians may have become more comfortable over time with managing their debt,” says Christine Canning, head of Everyday Banking, BMO Bank of Montreal.

“That said, rates will inevitably rise to normal levels, so it’s becoming increasingly important that Canadians stress-test their ability to afford the debt they currently have so they can effectively manage their finances in a higher rate environment.”

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TO PAY DOWN DEBT FASTER:

Choose a shorter amortization.

The shorter the borrowing period, the less you’ll pay.

Do your homework.

Research to find the best rates on products such as mortgages and secured lines of credit to ensure you keep costs as low as possible.

Build a realistic budget.

Developing a detailed budget that incorporates everyday expenses and debt repayment helps provide a clear picture of your financial standing. Building in funds for contingency spending can help you stick to a plan and avoid getting discouraged.

Manage credit card debt.

Pay down credit cards, beginning with those that carry the highest interest rate, and consider using a low rate card for purchases. For those with multiple cards, try to limit yourself to one credit card that you pay off in full each month.

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//EXPERT ADVICE

Talking trends with

TOMMY SMYTHE » by SALINA YARA HALABI

When it comes to home decor trends, Tommy Smythe is the dream consultant. His illustrious sense of style and distinctive approach to design makes Tommy a true guru in the creation of unique yet harmonious spaces. We chatted with Tommy before his upcoming appearance at the Edmonton Home and Renovation Show to get his take on the hottest home trends of the moment.

KITCHEN Lately we’ve been noticing a trend toward furniture in the kitchen. Built in cabinetry isn’t altogether gone by any means but designers have been adding tables, antique shelving, consoles, butcher blocks and various creative alternatives to the all-built in look. This is a look that’s extremely well suited to the casual, assembled look of recent years. Think Brooklyn hipster.

ENSUITE BATH In the ensuite we’re getting down to brass TAPS! The warm golden hued metal of the moment has made the trip from the living room and kitchen to the principal bath. The chrome and nickel age has given way to a softer more easy-on-the-eye metallic tone. Proceed with caution though – the bright, shiny version can look... well, brassy. Instead, opt for a brushed or matte version or an authentic unlacquered finish for a more on-trend result.

GREAT ROOM Family rooms are getting formal! Crystal chandeliers, fine antiques and blue chip artwork have been creeping into our most comfy, casual rooms. I attribute this to the collective realization that we spend all of our time in the family room. If we’re there a lot, why not enjoy a few of our better pieces? It’s nice to spend time with our splurge items instead of relegating them to a seldom used space reserved for visitors and special occasion.

Besides, at my house an evening in with Netflix is a special occasion. Fire up the chandelier!

OUTDOOR LIVING Outdoor living is all about the mix. We seem to be over the look of garden sets or suites of furniture. Opting instead for a more modern and sophisticated mix of new items and antique or vintage modern finds. We’ve been doing it inside for years… why not apply the same model to our outdoor living room? There’s magic in the mix – and if you’re patient and tenacious, you can uncover a bargain or two at the local flea or antiques market.

MASTER BEDROOM The principal bedroom is getting a tech-savvy makeover these days. More and more, we’re discussing prewiring the main bedroom for flat screens, surround sound, layered lighting and even in-wall speakers. It’s the information age and we don’t want to miss a thing – even where the magic happens!

Want more advice from Tommy?

He’ll be at the Edmonton Home and Renovation Show, Sept. 18 to 20. You can also see catch him on Sarah’s House, Sarah’s Cottage and Sarah 101 on HGTV.

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MANY CANADIANS LOOKING TO LOCK IN

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Canada’s continuing low interest rate environment has Canadians thinking now is the time to lock in a longterm mortgage.

A new poll from CIBC reveals the majority of Canadians, 74 per cent, would opt for a medium or long-term mortgage if they were to acquire, refinance or renew a mortgage today.

Twenty-seven per cent think now is the time to look beyond the traditional five-year fixed mortgage for a term of up to 10 years.

“Canadians are recognizing that today’s historically low rates won’t last forever and some are looking for ways to bring predictability to their finances over the long term,” says Barry Gollom, vice-president, mortgages and lending at CIBC. “Most Canadians tend to opt for a fixed rate over five years when choosing a mortgage today. With more than one in four Canadians now saying they would choose a longer term of seven or 10 years, we may be seeing the start of a shift to longer terms.”

BENEFITS OF A LONG-TERM MORTGAGE

Locking in to a fixed rate, medium or long-term mortgage can reduce the stress that can come with following interest rates.

“If interest rates rise in the next year or two, homeowners with shorter term mortgages or variable rate mortgages could see their payments move higher,” Gollom says. “Having a medium or longer term fixed rate can act as a measure of stability and protection – especially for those who have recently bought their first home.”

The prospect of rising rates may not be something Canadians have to worry too much about in the near term.

During its interest rate announcement on May 27, the Bank of Canada announced it was going to hold its overnight lending rate at 0.75 per cent.

“The overnight rate has only been sitting at 0.75 per cent for a little less than three months now, after Governor Stephen Poloz finally decided to cut it down from the one per cent it “Th is has been a really had held steady 4.5 years,” says Alyssaunique Richard, In the home building and community development industry, sometimes thingsat for nearly experience,” “That says Brad Armstrong, and B,” CEO of RateHub.ca. decision was made in just don’t go as planned – it’s a fact of life. You troubleshoot, thinkfounder of a “Plan Qualico Canadians Communities to shield highlyofindebted learn to expect the unexpected and manage your way through anyJanuary, situationintoan attemptvice-president in Edmonton.

“Whatdrop otherin oil prices from of the significant ensure projects maintain their integrity, timelines and expectations andthe arenegative within impacts neighbourhoods in the Edmonton (and job losses that have occurred as a result).” budget ranges. region have term, a 68-million-year-old CIBC says the shift to longer fixed rate mortgages But how often are you prepared to deal with the discovery of a fully intact dinosaur fossil?”to gain greater control signals

by Canadians 68-million-year-old dinosaur rearing its uniquely fully fossilized head outgrowing of a interest It wasfinancial with this sentimentWith that athe and certainty over their largest obligation. half-dug drainage ditch?

Qualico Communities partnered consistentlikes and predictable mortgage payment team at today’s low “Most peoples’ fi rst responses were quite similar and full of adjectives withyears, the City of Leduc to have do something rates guaranteed Canadians may the ‘wow,’ ‘cool’ and ‘neat’ and ‘let’s go look!’ which were then followed quickly by ‘Ohfor many special celebratefaster the discovery with opportunity to pay down theirtomortgage and minimize no, how is this going to affect construction timelines?,’” shares Qualico thehelp entire to Meadowview keep them on community. track for theirAs Communities Edmonton’s Marketing Manager Kirsten Warwick.interest costs, which will broader financial goals.a result, the Meadowview Dinosaur The fossil was fi rst discovered by contracted construction group, Degner wascrunch born. the numbers on a variety an expertPark who can Construction on Oct. 23 in the Qualico community of Meadowview “Finding near the city The two in groups worked together of mortgage your other debts, your to of Leduc. The fossils were found six metres below the service as the group wasoptions while factoring develop arisk unique dinosaur playground savings goals and your personal tolerance is an extremely digging out a trench. The Degner staff immediately notified the Royal Tyrell concept, and construction started in the important of the evaluation process,” says Gollom.

Museum located in Drumheller, and all further excavation was paused untilpart future spring of 2015. The official grand direction from the museum. Then, together with museum staff, the Degner team opening took place on Saturday, July 25 used a large excavator to prepare the fossil to be clear and free to be safely CANADIANS’ MORTGAGE MOOD with Leduc Mayor Greg Krischke andor transported to the Tyrell museum. And if you can believe it, this was » 47all percompleted cent would choose a medium term mortgage (three Qualico’s Armstrong thearibbon.

by Nov. 5 – just two weeks after the discovery. five years) if they were to acquire, refinancecutting or renew “I have to say that it’s very apt that “The Tyrell Museum was excellent,” says Warwick. “They worked very quickly mortgage today saysterm they (seven are “Qualico and the delay was very minor.” » 7 per cent would optQualico for a longer or 10 years) because what they So what kind of dinosaur was it? Paleontologists from the museum believe the goCommunities” » 19 per cent would with a shorter term (onereally or two years) want with to doaismortgage build communities, and skeleton is from Hypacrosaurus, a large hadrosaur that lived about» 68 million 62 per centyears of Canadians believe it will be at what our job is as making a city,” said ago. Hadrosaurs are a duck-billed,plant-eating species, and the Hypacrosaurus least 10 yearswas before that’s they are mortgage-free, it Mayorterm Krischke. when fixed we have estimated to have been about 9.1 metres long and weighed up to four tonnes.to choose a longer possible such as“And a 10-year ratea Finding large fossils in the Edmonton region is rare, and on top of that it’s even partner like Qualico who teams up with city like the city of Leduc, just look rarer to find a complete fossil from head to tail. In addition, this fossil appears Source: CIBC to MortgageaPoll what we can achieve.” have actual fossilized dinosaur skin, versus fossilized skin impressions.

News of Qualico-saurus proportions Canadians are recognizing that today’s historically low rates won’t last forever and some are looking for ways to bring predictability to their finances over the long term

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Showhomes Coming Soon

2 TRIBUTE

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

3 WINDROSE

DEVELOPER: Maclab Enterprises BUILDERS: Bengel Custom Homes, Corona Custom Projects, Cornerbrook Custom Homes, Jacob’s Construction, McLean and McLean Custom Homes LOCATION: Exit at 50 Ave off Highway 2, proceed west, then go south on RR 253 to Windrose

4 SUNTREE

DEVELOPER: Maclab Enterprises BUILDERS: Cranston Homes, Areo Homes, Cobblestone Master Builder, Caliber Master Builder, Trend Homes, Triumph Homes LOCATION: Grant MacEwan Boulevard & Suntree Promenade

5 SOUTHFORK

DEVELOPER: Tamani Communities BUILDERS: Dolce Vita Homes, Homes

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

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• MEDICAL FACILITIES: Full Service Community Hospital and Full Ambulance Service.

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

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DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Developments BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes, Dolce Vita Homes, Homes by Sher-Bilt, Connect Homes LOCATION: South of Rolly View Road on C.W. Gaetz Drive

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DEVELOPER: Melcor Developments Ltd. BUILDERS: Santos Construction Ltd., Encore Master Builder, McLean & McLean Custom Homes Ltd.,Western Living Homes LOCATION: Take 50 Ave, turn right on Bridgeport Crossing

8 WEST HAVEN PARK

DEVELOPER: Melcor Developments Ltd. BUILDERS: Encore Master BuilderSantos Construction Ltd.,Homexx Corporation LOCATION: West on 50th Ave, South on West Haven Boulevard

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

The grass will be greener, just like your wallet.

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Beaumont,Beaumont, serving elementary serving elementary andARW high school and high students. school students.markets, as highlighted by the fact that while the city of desirable options. situation BUILDERS: Konark Homes, BUILDERS: Trend Homes, Connect BUILDERS:This Mattamy Homes has caused average There are superb There are recreational superb recreational facilities all facilities around and all around and Cancom Homes,Edmonton’s Infiniti Homes, Open Active Homes,grew Areo Homes LOCATION: 50 St. & Coloniale Way entire stockHomes, of apartments by over rents in the region to grow faster than anywhere else LOCATION: From Beaumont: LOCATION: 44th Avenue & Triomphe shopping atshopping the Montalet at theMall, Montalet The Edmonton Mall, The Edmonton International International West on Township Roadunits 510 tofrom 2012 to Blvd DANSEREAU MEADOWS 2014, occupancy rental rates Canada*.

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DEVELOPER: Maple Ridge & Oak Ridge Communities BUILDERS: Country Hills Homes LOCATION: 17 Street between Sherwood Park Freeway and Whitemud Drive

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DEVELOPER: Dream Unlimited Corp.

BUILDERS: Landmark Communities, LOCATION: From Whitemud go South on 17 Street & follow the signs to Tamarack Gate

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3 LAUREL

DEVELOPER: Dream Unlimited Corp.

BUILDERS: Landmark Legacy Homes, Lincolnberg Master Builder LOCATION: South of 23 Avenue and East of 34 Street

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DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Pacesetter Homes, Sterling Homes, Landmark Homes, Tristate Signature Homes LOCATION:34 Street & 16A Avenue DEVELOPER: Dream Unlimited Corp.

BUILDERS: Homes by Avi, Coventry Homes, Crystal Creek Homes, Landmark Legacy, Landmark Communities, Essentials, Bedrock Bedrock Homes LOCATION: Maple Road (38th Avenue NW) and 8th Street

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DEVELOPER: CarringtonLand BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes LOCATION: 5624 7th Ave SW.

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Pacesetter Homes, Sterling Homes, & Parkwood Master Builder LOCATION: 17 Street and 23 Avenue, south of Millcreek Nursery DEVELOPER: Dream Unlimited Corp.

BUILDERS: Homes by Avi, Lincolnberg Master Builder, Landmark Legacy Legacy, Urban Luxury Homes, Urban Homes Luxury Homes LOCATION: South of 23 Avenue on 24 Street

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DREAM

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or more than 30 years, Dream Development has created greater Edmonton’s finest family communities. From Strathcona Village and Willow Ridge in Sherwood Park, to Mill Creek Meadows, Meadowbrook Ravines, Tamarack, Laurel and Maple Crest in southeast Edmonton, Dream has a legacy of transforming land into value rich family neighbourhoods. It’s our goal to continue building better communities with excellent amenities and a variety of home styles to fit almost any household’s budget.

Dream Development is a division of Dream Unlimited Corp., one of Canada’s largest real estate investment, development and management companies. Dream’s vision is to create value at all stages of the real estate cycle for customers, partners, employees, investors and the community at large. The company currently manages $13.4 billion worth of assets in Canada and Europe.

The values inherent in Dream Development will never change. We’re driven by passion and commitment, with a singular purpose: to build better communities where people can live, work and play. This is Dream.

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LIVE IN SOUTHEAST EDMONTON’ S DREAM COMMUNITIES Escape the city’s stress by simply arriving home to a Dream community – Maple Crest, adjacent Whitemud Drive and Anthony Henday Drive or Laurel Green at the intersection of 17th Street and 23rd Avenue.

A NATURAL PLAYGROUND

Maple Crest features more than 300 acres of magnificent living space, naturally blessed with a pristine 75 acre wetland, wooded ravine parks and beautiful tree lined trails and paths.

Families enjoy an unparalleled quality of life strolling or cycling through the community’s vast greenspaces which provide a spectacular backdrop for homes and lots of room for picnics, year round sports and many other activities that let people relax, reconnect and rejuvenate. New this fall, will be a brand new playground, situated in Stage 5, that should prove to be a great gathering place for families and friends.

Complementing the tranquil wetlands and parks are ravine trails integrated with the world class City Of Edmonton network.

Modern conveniences are also just minutes away in the stylish new shopping district – Dream Tamarack. This popular commercial area is integrated with The Meadows public transit depot and features dozens of the most popular stores, shops, fitness facilities, restaurants and daily services.

These include a Walmart, Shoppers Drug Mart, Petro Canada, Scotia Bank, Goodlife Fitness and Tim Hortons just to name a few of the preferred brands.

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Experience the latest in design innovation and architectural styling during the Grand Opening of nine new Maple Crest show homes, Saturday, Sept. 26. Three new Stage 4 show home parades include front garage, laned and duplex home designs. The new offerings complement existing Stage 5 duplex showhomes and a townhome development.

LOCATION, LOCATION, SENSATION

Great location is the hallmark of a great community and Laurel Green offers just that. Adjacent to the Meadows Recreation and Community Centre, this community boasts three of the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most popular home styles and family friendly prices.

Easy walking access to the recreation centre ensures people can stay fit (and engaged) year round with indoor swimming and diving pools, twin arenas, fitness facilities, tennis courts, sport courts, a public library and community meeting rooms.

A water feature and oversized park is the focal point of an integrated neighbourhood plan with tree lined paths, progressive pocket parks, greenspaces, playgrounds and rest areas. Recently, the City of Edmonton announced that a new K-9 school will begin construction in the neighbourhood with a 2017 planned opening.

Its oversized central park with picnic tables will make a prime gathering place where families can socialize and meet new friends.

Sept. 12 will be a big day in Laurel Green with the inaugural Grand Opening of five new showhomes.

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Landmark Legacy Homes and Urban Luxury Homes will introduce laned homes. Lincolnberg Homes will introduce duplex homes with attached garages and Homes By AVI offers townhomes. If you want space for a growing family there are larger, attached garage homes also.

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SHERWOOD PARK

Be prepared on moving day » by CHUCK RESNICK June 30 is the busiest moving day of the year. If you’re planning to move on that day, it is time to book your mover now.

Two Men and a Truck - Canada has created guidelines to help customers make any moving day as stress-free as possible.

One approach that works well is to empty a closet a couple weeks before the move and place items you know you will need on moving day into that space. It’s great to leave your current place looking good, so cleaning supplies are a must, and you don’t want to be hunting around for them. You’ll want a broom, dustpan, mop, your vacuum, some sort of all-purpose cleaner and cleaning rags and towels. Put cleaning items and towels in a large bucket or plastic bin with a lid to keep them separate from your other stuff.

In your new place, have toilet tissue ready for each bathroom, along with hand soap and towels. Remember easy-to-serve snacks, water bottles, a first-aid kit, facial tissues and toys such as colouring books and crayons for the little ones.

Basic kitchen items will be handy too, such as dish

CHUCK RESNICK

is vice-president, marketing and operations at Two Men and a Truck – Canada

detergent, a sponge, plastic garbage bags, paper towels, paper plates and cups, a kettle and maybe a cooler. Remember a note pad, pen, scissors and pertinent phone numbers you may need, such as utilities companies (for both ends of the move), family members, real estate agent, lawyer and cable company. You’ll also need basic tools.

Think about the first 24 hours in your new place. You’ll need linens, soap, alarm clock, a change of clothes, phone chargers, important papers and money.

Be sure that your survival items are packed into the moving van last or transported in your vehicle with you.

When you arrive, you’ll be fully prepared to begin life in your new home.

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DEVELOPER: Genstar Development Co. BUILDERS: Landmark Homes, Rohit Communities, LOCATION: Lakeland Drive & Campbell Rd.

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DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Jayman MasterBUILT, Pacesetter Homes, Rohit Communities, Open LOCATION: East of Clover Bar Rd. North of Baseline Rd. on Lakeland Dr.

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DEVELOPER: Strata Developments BUILDERS: Open LOCATION: 4 miles east of Sherwood Park on Baseline Road North at RR 824 to Ardrossan NEW LOTS COMING SOON!

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FORT SASKATCHEWAN

HOUSING VALUATIONS

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Purchase a new Single Family Front Attached Garage or Estate Style Home and

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• Playgrounds • Spray Park • River Valley

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» by WAYNE KARL

For homeowners, when someone says your home is drastically overvalued, naturally, you worry. If you’re a prospective homebuyer, such news might cause you to delay your purchase.

That’s theStyle powerHomes. of housing valuations.

Duplex, Single-Family and Executive The problem Pacesetter is, who andHomes: what to believe?

Connect Homes: 780.982.6656 780.936.7109 Homes by Santos: 587.285.0192

WAYNE KARL

is an award-winning writer and editor with experience in real estate and business. In Fundamentally Speaking, Wayne explores the basics of buying property.

Email wayne.karl@ ypnexthome.ca or follow him on Twitter atTwitter. com/WayneKarl

Victory Homes: 780.997.9356

Here are some recent examples of Canada’s housing valuations, Visit our Showhomes Today from a variety of sources: ForestRidgeFortSask.com Deutsche Bank: overvalued by 60 per cent * Visit the Showhomes for details.

Bank of Canada: overvalued by and 30 quantity. per cent Limited time Some restrictions apply.

International Monetary Fund: overvalued by 11 per cent TD Bank: overvalued by 11 per cent Canadian housing economist Will Dunning: undervalued by nine per cent

With such a wide variance in valuations, and using differing measures, who to believe, indeed?

“Far too many foreign economists try to make overly simplified statements about foreign housing markets they don’t understand enough about,” Calum Ross, mortgage broker and real estate investor, told New Home Guide.

“Above and beyond the traditional measures, there are a number of less tangible measures, such as the stability of social, political and economic systems at the federal, provincial and municipal level.

“Canada represents one of single largest countries in the world and going from coast to coast, Canada is home to a very diverse group of people with local economics that are vastly different,” Ross says. “Saying there is a Canadian housing Get the hands-on training market is no less ridiculous than saying there is ‘Canadian you need to get into the trades. temperature.’”

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by Canada’s larger centres. The report attached a risk level womenbuildingfutures.com – low, moderate or high – for the major cities, using risk factors of overheating, acceleration in house prices, overvaluation and overbuilding.

With Regina and Winnipeg, of all places, being the only major centres earning “high risk” assessments, CMHC’s

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report reminds everyone that housing markets must be assessed on a micro level, not wide-swathing national viewpoints. Canada’s most expensive market, Vancouver, earned a “low risk,” while Toronto, the other market often mentioned in conversations about overvaluation, was ranked as “moderate risk.”

“From a pure economic theory standpoint, when interest rates are low, then real asset prices will go up,” says Ross. “Real estate is one of the most interest-rate-sensitive sectors of the global economy. When it comes to mortgages, what we know is that people have a tendency to buy payments and be less concerned with total debt. The lower interest rates and longer amortizations allow for lower payment and as long as payments stay affordable – many people won’t get caught up with the sticker shock of more expensive real estate prices.”

So, who to believe, next time you see a report on Canada’s housing valuations?

Well, a Canadian source such as CMHC is a good start. Otherwise, as experts stress, remember to look at your individual market for a clearer indication, not the national assessment.

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//DESIGN SECRETS

10 tips for creating a guest room in your new space » by JANE LOCKHART

JANE LOCKHART

is founder and principal designer of Jane Lockhart Interior Design. She was creative director and host of W Network’s top-ranked show, Colour Confidential, and has a Canadian-built furniture collection, Jane by Jane Lockhart, by Statum Designs. Visit online at janelockhart.com

Hosting overnight guests is always better when you can accommodate them comfortably. Be they friends from out of town or close family over for a special occasion, creating a “home away from home” will allow them to stay in comfort – and provide you peace of mind.

Here are some tips to consider when creating a guest room in your new space.

1) Begin by selecting a bedroom that is large – but more importantly, away from your privates spaces. A room that is off on its own or even in another section of the house can assist with the different schedules you and your guests may have. In addition, you may wish to “assign” another bathroom in the house to them if their room doesn’t have an ensuite. This keeps the family bathroom free for your family to use and not impact your guests.

2) Add hooks to the bedroom wall or on the back of the doors in the guest room. This provides a good space to hang wet towels, robes or even handbags and knapsacks 3) Add a chest of drawers somewhere in the room, even if it’s in the closet. This is important for guests who are staying over for more than one night as they may not want to live out of their suitcase, and this gives them a space to unload.

If you don’t have the room, add a night side table with drawers, rather than doors, so this can be used for clothing storage instead.

4) If you know your guests will be staying for an extended visit, you may want to provide them with a laundry basket to keep in their room. This can be a bin or basket that folds up so you can store it when not in use.

5) Provide hangers in the closet. Don’t assume that the extra closet in the guest room has hangers! It’s sometimes the smallest things we forget and this can be hard for a guest to manage without.

6) Provide a stack of fresh towels and a bar of soap on a small stool or ottoman. This can be dressed in a decorative way that makes a guest feel welcome. Adding a small card with a “welcome” note is an unforgettable touch.

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7) A water pitcher and glass set is an important element to add to the bedside table, so guests can have water at their leisure. Adding a map or photos of the local area beside it can also be a way to help long term guests know where they are and the sites they can go see, both with you and on their own. Even a few gift cards for local restaurants as a welcome gift can be well received by those who will be staying for a longer visit. They, too, may want a break from the house.

8) A TV with cable is a must for a guest who will be staying longer than a few days. This doesn’t have to be in the

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Adding a map or photos of the local area beside it can also be a way to help long term guests know where they are and the sites they can go see, both with you and on their own.

guest room necessarily, but it should be available to someone who wants to peruse the news or relax away from family.

9) Adding some pocketbooks and magazines to the guest room is also a nice touch, as this provides a guest some night reading for relaxing with before sleep.

10) And fi nally, for those who are nearest and dearest, you may want to add fresh flowers to their nightstand for when they arrive. Th is is a nice touch that reminds your guests that you are happy to have them stay with you.

Its never easy having guests stay as everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s routine is interrupted for the duration of their stay, but it can be an easier experience for everyone if you are able to provide your house guest with as many amenities within their designated space as possible. Th is allows them to create a mini routine without depending on you as much. And that will then leave you both the time to socialize more and enjoy each otherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s company!

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Calculate your mortgage payments 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

TOTAL PRE-TAX INCOME

AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE (PRICE – DOWN PAYMENT)

AMORTIZATION AMOUNT

MONTHLY PAYMENTS

MORTGAGE PAYMENT CALCULATION CHART INTEREST RATES %

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15 YRS

20 YRS

25 YRS

30 YRS

5.00%

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5.82

5.34

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6.74

5.96

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10.82

8.14

6.85

6.10

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8.27

6.98

6.25

5.79

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7.12

6.40

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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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Multiply this figure by the amount you need to borrow.

Divide by 1,000.

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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.

» 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 and get pre-qualified.

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2.640

2.590

2.690

2.790

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4.000

2.890

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4.550

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2.990

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3.090

2.650

First National Financial

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3.100

2.290

2.190

2.340

2.540

2.690

FirstOntario Credit Un.

2.700

4.240

2.790

2.450

2.490

2.690

2.690

HSBC Bank Canada

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4.450

3.140

3.140

3.540

4.240

4.740

Home Trust Company

2.500

3.950

2.690

2.350

2.390

2.590

2.590

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3.150

3.650

3.640

3.690

3.690

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2.700

4.200

3.140

3.090

3.390

3.890

4.740

Manulife Bank

2.400

4.450

3.000

2.940

2.840

2.790

2.690

Manulife Trust

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4.450

3.000

2.940

2.840

2.790

2.690

Meridian Credit Union

2.650

4.000

3.090

3.090

3.550

2.490

2.670

National Bank

2.700

4.400

2.890

2.840

3.390

3.890

4.740

President’s Choice Fin’l

2.700

6.190

3.190

2.840

3.340

4.040

4.440

Rapport Credit Union

2.850

6.000

3.090

3.040

3.500

3.040

2.990

Royal Bank of Canada

2.700

3.140

3.140

3.040

3.650

4.390

4.640

Servus Credit Union

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4.000

2.890

2.840

3.390

3.890

4.640

Steinbach Credit Union

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2.450

2.550

2.550

2.650

2.650

T-D Mortgage

2.700

3.140

2.890

2.840

3.390

3.890

4.640

Tangerine

2.700

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3.190

3.240

3.490

3.690

3.790

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4.450

3.000

3.000

3.050

3.050

3.100

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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.

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.

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Cottage country in the city » by YANIC SIMARD » photos by TED YARWOOD

Cottage decor often comes down to celebrating the basic essentials, such as beautiful plates, vintage servingware, and stunning pots and pans

Whether or not you can find the time for a true cottage getaway this summer, a sense of relaxed living can be infused into your home through the power of decor. To get the best of lake-side living, even in your urban abode, here’s my guide to the essential details of cottage-inspired decor: LET WOOD REIGN: Naturally, wood is one of the first materials you think of when you think “cottage” – but you must know how to use it right. » To create a feeling of consistency, run wood floors continuously throughout, even into the kitchen. It can survive the occasional spill if you treat it properly. Embrace wood with visible graining, such as Mir Hardwood’s Reclaimed Parquet collection (which mixes woods for rich character). » For those who prefer a hard surface, consider an inset tile “mat” for the kitchen, entry, or other wet areas – it keeps the floor flush (and there’s no sisal rug to try to wash the mud or red wine out of). » Plank walls give the textural look of a cottage cabin interior, but unless you live directly on the water, you may find this much wood a bit overwhelming. Paint it out a white or pale colour to maintain an airy, relaxed vibe, or go for a deep espresso stain and break up the wood with white accents such as art and drapery.

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TIMELESS TILE: Subway tile is a versatile classic that can appear either modern or traditional, depending on the details. » The most popular form of contemporary subway tile is crisp white porcelain, but you don’t have to go so minimal. Consider a tile with a more organic surface shape and subtle, uneven colouring, to bring in some traditional warmth, or choose a style with a bevelled edge for a sleek touch of class. » A cottage-inspired kitchen is also a great place to play with the colour of your tile grout. The geometric patterns of subway tile (or any other shape) can be highlighted with dark, contrast grout, or you could even choose one with a colour infused to add a playful accent.

FOCUS ON FAUCETS: Even in the most humble cottage, a slight hit of sparkle usually appears in the form of an eye-catching kitchen faucet. » Whether your goal is a transitional or traditional style, a “bridge” faucet (which sits above the counter on two widespread arms rather than one in the centre) adds an uncommon graceful touch. » If you find yourself often filling large pots (for soups or pastas, for example), a wall-mounted faucet placed over the stove is extremely practical, and makes the fixture even more of a standout feature.

COTTAGE COLOURS: It’s hard to imagine a cottage-inspired colour scheme without the calming essence of a clean, fresh white. » For an earthy, Zen atmosphere, pair white with off-white neutrals (greys, beiges, or both) and let texture and materials become the focus – it recalls the simple beauty of sandy shores and pebbled paths without feeling too stark. » For a livelier nautical vibe, blue can’t be beat as a cottage-inspired favourite. In general, a cottage interior tends to choose a limited palette and stick to it, so pick one hue to repeat in smaller or larger doses from room to room (and if you want a little extra punch in a key area, try small hits of red for spice).

HC-128 Clearspring Green

CC-10 Ultrawhite

HC-168 Chelsea Gray

2064-50 Costa Rica Blue

CC-640 Blue Grass

CC-636 Mountain Air

However, if you prefer to keep your storage behind closed doors, consider varying the heights of your cabinets – this creates neatly framed niches at the ceiling where you can display party serveware you use occasionally (such as elegant porcelain pitchers). » If you have precious plates you won’t use often (or even favourite ones that you do!) an artful arrangement over your dining table makes a classic cottageinspired display – choose all white pieces if you want to keep the look modern. Similarly, cool copper pots hung on an open rack make a trendy metallic statement in between recipes.

VISIT BENJAMINMOORE.CA SOFT AND STRONG: Seating in a cottage-inspired home tends toward two timelessly practical (and beautiful) categories: wood and slipcovered. » Sturdy wood barstools, dining chairs, and benches are perfect options for bringing in a sense of natural strength, as their open frames still allow for an airy and relaxed look, and they contrast soft upholstery beautifully. » Whether or not you find yourself regularly tracking sand inside, slipcovered furniture is practical for its ease of washing and for the ability to swap out looks between seasons. Plus, a skirted front on a sofa or chair communicates the relaxed cottage vibe, especially in a heavy natural fabric (such as a linen blend).

EVERYDAY BEAUTY: Cottage decor often comes down to celebrating the basic essentials, such as beautiful plates, vintage servingware, and stunning pots and pans. » Open shelving is a popular trend which suits the most rustic spaces (think simple wood plank shelves) or even more modern schemes (try vanishing floating glass).

YANIC SIMARD

is the principal designer of the Toronto Interior Design Group. Specializing in residential and commercial projects, Simard often applies his signature high/ low and old/new combination design techniques in developing unique designs.

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