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SUMMER 2014

HOMETOWN

HEROES

CHERYL BERNARD

KAILLIE HUMPHRIES

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ON THE COvEr

Cheryl Bernard & Kaillie humphries are hometown olympiC heroes PhotoS CourteSy of Canadian olymPiC Committee

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Editor’s Note

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Cover Story

Catching up with Canadian Olympic medalists Cheryl Bernard and Kaillie Humphries

by Elisa Krovblit

Feature Property

Bearspaw Estate – A masterpiece of contemporary living

by Heather Ryan

Outdoors

What’s new and exciting in outdoor living spaces

by Bonny Dann Decor

Limitless possibilities are just the beginning at Rossini’s Furniture

by Collette Burjack

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High Tech

Complete lighting and home control solutions

by Meaghan Hines Builder Q&A

10 Questions with Sam Corea

by Heather Ryan

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Style File

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Travel

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Add a touch of luxury with a sunroom

by Heather Ryan

Staying in style

by Elisa Krovblit

Outdoors

Landscape luxury

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Kane’s

a Harley-DaviDson® fixture in Calgary for 57 years

by HeatHer Ryan

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hen you are looking for another piece of machinery to enhance that collection of luxury motor vehicles your garage, the choice of many is a HarleyDavidson® motorcycle.

“For the person who has the high-end house, who has a Lamborghini or Porsche parked in the garage, it’s likely they have a high end Harley®,” says Mick Cawthorn, owner of Kane’s Motor Cycle Shop.“There are a lot of people in Alberta with good incomes, who are willing to pay for the best, which is why they want a Harley-Davidson®.”

And it’s likely they purchased it at Kane’s – a fixture in Calgary for 57 years. Founded by its namesake Robert Kane, an avid motorcycle enthusiast and Harley-Davidson® rider, Kane’s originally sold bikes from various manufacturers, but has sold HarleyDavidsons® exclusively for more than 25 years and is the only exclusive Harley-Davidson® retailer in Calgary. It also recently went through an 18,000-sq.-ft. expansion making it one of the largest Harley-Davidson® dealerships in Canada, in addition to being Alberta’s oldest.

“We enjoy a large clientele and they come from all walks of life from new drivers and retirees to blue collar workers to executives,” says Cawthorn, who speaks from experience as he’s been with Kane’s for the more than 40 years starting out as a mechanic before buying the shop.

A key factor that draws so many people to Kane’s is that it can customize any bike and make it to whatever the buyer desires, Cawthorn says, noting that not all HarleyDavidson® bikes are expensive – it’s often the customization and accessories that up the ante.

“Those who want luxury or something custom will spend thousands of dollars to personalize their bikes,” he says, adding features that will make it a one of such as chrome, [6] LUXURY LIVING SUMMER 2014

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paint, seats, handle bars, decorative components and more.

“They really want to make it unique so that when it’s parked in a row of a lot of other bikes – theirs will stand out and make a statement.”

For example, Kane’s currently has a 2013 Street Glide bike in its showroom that was customized in-house with loads of upgrades and a custom red and black paint job that pushed the cost of the bike upwards of $40,000.

Cawthorn says for those customers with really discerning tastes they want a bike that features a custom HarleyDavidson® paint job. These Harley-Davidson® custom paint jobs are available for 75-200 bikes worldwide so they definitely offer “a look that goes well beyond the standard.”

From high-end to basic, Kane’s offers wide selection of bikes for sale in its showroom and upstairs you’ll find a vast array of accessories that carry the iconic Harley-Davidson® brand from jackets, boots and helmets to clothing, luggage and more.

In addition, it offers a full service and parts department, rentals and operates the iconic Kane’s Harley Diner adjacent to the dealership in Inglewood.

To learn more about Kane’s Motor Cycle Shop, visit the shop at 914 11th St. S.E. or check out www.kanesharleydavidson.com.

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EDITOR’SNOTE

APRIL 2014 SELFIE Taking in some sun and salt water en route to luxe destination Key West

Luxury market IS HERE TO STAY

Last summer there was speculation as to where the luxury market in Calgary was headed, while reports of record-setting deals began to wane in light of the flood. A look at the renovation and building industry in and around the city confirms the luxury market is doing well and, in fact, booming as rebuilding continues and new projects are launched. Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation announced recently that a slew of new developments, including condos and rental properties, are being built to support a demand in housing for high-income professionals moving to the city.

With an array of new and renovated projects on the go, the luxury market is definitely healthy and competitive. Although construction costs have risen sharply over the last few years, the competition to find trustworthy renovators, tradespeople, builders, Realtors and other related talent, is fierce.

For a look at some of the top experts in the business, check out this issue’s Business Profiles which spotlight a few of Calgary’s best.

When choosing a resource, be sure to look for people and businesses that can offer awards, testimonials and endorsements from accredited affiliates and associations.

And if you’re in the market for a custom builder or renovator, be sure to ask for referrals from actual clients to help gauge a company’s creditability .

Also ahead in this issue, a salute to two hometown heroines, Kallie Humphries and Cheryl Bernard, who talk about their likes, their loves and their favourite luxuries that make living in Calgary a joy.

Another must-read, Elisa Krovblit’s Staying in Style story on page 40 details the latest luxury hotel brand to come to Calgary, the Aloft Calgary University by W, and takes a look at an old favourite, the Fairmont Palliser, which celebrates its 100th anniversary this year.

There’s plenty more luxury and good reading ahead. We hope you enjoy our latest issue. If you have any questions or comments, please write to us. We love hearing from you!

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COVERSTORY

HOMETOWN

HEROES CATCHING UP WITH CANADIAN OLYMPIC MEDALISTS CHERYL BERNARD & KAILLIE HUMPHRIES

by ELISA KROVBLIT Photos courtesy of CANADIAN OLYMPIC COMMITTEE

Canadians have a lot to be proud of when it comes to our Olympic athletes. They’ve performed extremely well and brought home many medals. Hometown heroes swell us with a special kind of pride. Luxury Living caught up with Cheryl Bernard and Kaillie Humphries, to find out more about the life of an Olympian and the comforts of home. After all, gold and silver are some of the finest luxuries there are!

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Skip of the Women’s Olympic Curling Team, Cheryl Bernard brought home a Silver medal from the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics LUXURY LIVING: What do you love about living in Calgary?

CHERYL BERNARD: People who live here and the culture they create are amazing. We are relaxed individuals, but driven. We have strong individual and corporate philanthropy and we are a city that cares for others. I see it every day in the charities we support and the volunteers who step forward. This was never more evidenced than during and after our 2013 flood – I was never more proud to be a Calgarian. I love that we put on the greatest outdoor show on Earth, I love the Bow River, I love that we are a city that wears jeans on Fridays! And I love that I can see the Rocky Mountains every day.

LL: What do you find ‘luxury’ about living in Calgary?

CB: Luxury to me is having access to parks and greenspace, pathways and the river. I think you pretty much have it all when you have those things. I have spent many years biking, running, walking my dog Hugo and riding my horse on Nosehill – it’s incredible how you can find so many spots up there that make you think you aren’t in the city anymore! We don’t realize what a luxury that is.

LL: How would you describe your home?

CB: Welcoming – warm. I love my home – it’s the place I go to get away from the public side of my life.

LL: What are your favourite neighbourhoods and why?

CB: Well, we are just looking at moving to Hillhurst/Kensington because it’s one of our favourite areas in the city – we want that ‘walkabout’ lifestyle. I also love Bowness, Bridgeland and Inglewood. I think for me it’s because they are all river communities and they have an amazing walkability score and community feel.

LL: How has living in Calgary shaped your development and career as an athlete?

CB: I have three very good friends who are very prominent in the business community, and in the years when I was pursuing my Olympic dream, they kept me believing. That’s the type of people this city produces. We support the athletes, more than in just a monetary way – this city believes in being the best we can be and I think that has always propelled me to want to do everything I could to make Calgary proud.

LL: You’ve inspired so many people. What do you want to tell young kids with Olympic dreams?

CB: That you don’t achieve success in life by default, you achieve it with strong relationships, belief in your dreams and a healthy perspective. No one is born an Olympian, it takes hours and hours of belief and preparation. But success is available to anyone who wants it. But don’t play a sport just because you want to get to the Olympics – play it because you love it. I may have never made it to the Olympics in curling and I would have been just fine with that because I loved the game for so many other reasons.

My favorite quote is by Muhammad Ali. It’s on my website cherylbernard.com and it’s pasted to my mirror. It’s what I try never to forget. He said ” The fights been won or lost, far away from witnesses, behind the lines, in the gym and out there on the road long before I dance under those lights.”

Our team clearly understood that the game had been won long before we stood under those lights on that Olympic stage in Vancouver… That it had been won in the weeks and months and years before.

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COVERSTORY

Pilot of the Women’s Olympic Bobsledding Team, Kaillie Humphries brought home her first Gold from the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics and her second Gold from the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi.

LL: How has living in Calgary shaped your career development as an athlete?

KH: Living and growing up in this city has shaped me as an athlete in every way possible. I am a child of the ’88 legacy. All my training has been based around Canada Olympic Park and the Oval. Without those facilities, I would have never had the same opportunities to try sports and find out what I loved best and what I was good at.

Options open doors.

LL: You’ve inspired so many people, what do you want to tell young kids with Olympic dreams?

KH: I love speaking to young kids about sport and the Olympics. I tell them that having fun is the first rule. The second rule is to do your best.

LL: What do you love about living in Calgary?

KH: I am very proud to say I am a true Calgarian, born and raised here. Living so close to the mountains and having access to the prairies has given me an outlook many people don’t get to experience. My sister and brother-in-law are huge into the ranch life, with my family owning numerous horses. I have grown up riding. I currently live in the city, and as I watch it grow and diversify, I am amazed at how well we manage to accept yet transform newcomers into our Alberta roots.

I also grew up in the heart of the Rockies, driving every single weekend to the mountains either for skiing or hiking. Banff and Canmore have become a huge part of where I was raised, spending so much time in and around that area.

LL: Favourite neighbourhoods in Calgary?

KH: I have always lived in the S.W. and N.W. areas. I currently own a house in Tuscany (N.W. part of Calgary), but grew up in Signal Hill and Strathcona area.

LL: What is your personal decor style like?

KH: My decor style is the antique look with a modern twist. I absolutely love shopping at Restoration Hardware and Pottery Barn. I enjoy neutral colours (black, brown, white, tan, beige, with a little splash of a softer colour mixed in, usually turquoise or light blue.)

LL: Favourite childhood memories related to Calgary?

KH: The Calgary Zoo is still one of my fondest memories as a child growing up here. My mom use to take us to the zoo every week.

LL: What do you find “luxury” about living in Calgary?

KH: I think living in Calgary offers many luxury options – it honestly depends on your style. Wether you live directly in the city, or surrounding areas, there is something for everyone.

Calgary is unique in its location and heritage. We are cowboy country, with the option of being a city slicker.

The city has grown very large in land mass, we have yet to grow upwards.

The rocky mountains being 45 minutes away.

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Being inspirational isn’t about what you say, it’s more about being exactly who you are, working hard for your goals and achieving them. I choose to be inspirational with actions – it has a more lasting effect.

I tell kids that sport will teach them lots of life lessons. It’s not going to be easy, but they have to believe in the power of their dreams and never give up.

I tell them to trust in their family (whether that’s parents, brothers/sisters, grandparents, friends) because when it gets hard they will need help.

I tell them to never stop learning and growing. To be humble when you win, and be respectful to all other people always.

LL: Having experienced what it’s like to train and work and strive, what do you want to tell their parents?

KH: I instill the fact that sport is a safe place for everyone, and that no matter what anyone says, nothing is impossible. If I can do it, so can you. It’s about finding something you love to do, working hard and making sacrifices for it, so that you can be your very best.

LL: Why Calgary?

KH: Who I am as a person and an athlete is shaped by my surroundings. The city I live in and the people I surround myself with are all major players. I am very fortunate to have grown up and lived here in Calgary.

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ne luxury you can add to your home that allows you to relax outdoors in comfort without being bothered by pesky bugs or wind is retractable motorized screens.

Previously a numbered Alberta company, newly named Screentech Inc., it has been a distributor and installer of Phantom Screens in Southern Alberta since 1992.

Phantom Screens carries three types of screens: Phantom, which are the “original” retractable door screens that open side-to-side; Serene, which are manual top down screens for windows; and Executive, which are motorized remote-controlled screens for large openings.

The Executive Screens are all custom fit to the opening and can be as large as 25-ft. wide with a 16-ft. drop. They come in a variety of types and colours – they can also be custom coloured including a wood grain finish to fit any exterior – so they’re attractive as well as efficient.

“We just installed three units around a covered deck on a showhome in southwest Calgary, and we added seven – four on an upper deck and three on the lower level to a luxury home in Springbank,” Belt says. “One of our biggest projects was the installation of nine units to screen in an eating area at a golf club.”

Installing the Serene screens over windows are a popular

“Our Executive Screens are a luxury item; we’re putting them on a lot of high-end

upgrade because they also are available with sunscreen

homes in Calgary and on acreages in Springbank, Bearspaw and De Winton,” says Ron

mesh so “they can keep your home cool in the summer

Belt, president of Phantom Screens of Calgary.

reducing the need for air conditioning, and they keep it

“By installing these large powered screens you can extend the amount of time you

warmer in the winter so you save on energy costs,” Belt says.

can enjoy the outdoors because they not only block out mosquitoes and other pests, they

“They also block UV rays reducing the damage sunlight can

block the wind and sun,” Belt says. “Often they become the difference between using

do to fine furniture and hardwood floors.

your deck or not.

“A lot high-end homes have great rooms with double

“When the screens down you can also have your gas heater running and enjoy the

height windows and they can really heat up from the sun,

outdoors longer into the evening and in early spring or fall because the heat is more

but with a screen in place you can block out that sunlight

contained,” he adds.

so you can use the room in comfort.”

As well, Belt notes, they are getting more requests for screens to be installed over garage doors by homeowners who want to use their garage as a patio or a man cave.

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contemporary architecture that blends the beauty and colours of the prairies with the strength and majesty of the mountains,” says Realtor® Ross Pavl, Re/Max House of Real Estate.

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“Thoughtfully planned, the home’s design creates a series of living vignettes that lead from open-concept living spaces through to the private spaces of the upper level family retreat and main floor guest retreat with private bath,” Pavl says. “The juxtaposition of textures from hand-scraped hardwood flooring to granite finishes sets a tone of elegance.”

From the moment you walk through the front entry you’ll be awestruck by the sheer size and ultra modern feel. Catching your eye right away and a focal point for the main floor is the dramatic spiral staircase that leads to the second level and carves out the great room with its 20-ft. ceilings and two tiers of floor-to-ceiling windows.

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Other terrific features include geothermal heat, a home automation system and a five-car garage. And, you’ll appreciate the privacy as this stunning estate home and retreat property has a gated private lot at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac.

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ver since I can remember I have loved the long, hot days of summer and being outdoors. Perhaps it is because I was born in the summer, perhaps it is because all of my family were into gardening, orchards, grafting, propagating and saving seed to grow the next season. Whatever the reasons, I am happiest in a garden or outdoor living spaces and love the growing trend in that direction which allows me to design and create more and more of them!

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The designers and manufactures are working overtime creating new, better and prettier items every day for us to add to outdoor spaces. I spent some time today with Jennifer from Wicker Land Patio discussing the newest items in outdoor furniture and kitchen components. According to Jennifer the latest outdoor living area furniture is the C-shaped sectional, also popular indoors, as opposed to the L-shaped sectionals. Personally I think it has a softer, cozy look and that shape will probably fit better on some of the curved patios I design and Escapes creates. When it comes to dining room table sets Jennifer says there are extendable tables available now which are perfect for the smaller family that entertains larger groups at times. They also have counter height tables, again similar to indoors. They also have a large selection of fire tables with either propane or natural gas fire pits or bowls. The fire tables are a plus for Calgarians just as the outdoor heaters are as our evenings are so cool despite daytime highs.

I have two propane heaters, one on my patio and one on my deck and love them as they really extend the time we can be outdoors. Jennifer said they also have infrared electric heaters for those of you that do not want to be bother with propane or gas.

The Andironack or Muskoka chairs made of 100 per cent recycled materials and with stainless steel hardware are a classic coming in 17 different colours now! I love mine, they are comfortable even without cushions and I leave them outdoors all year round although they are black! I just found out today from Jennifer that they have breathable, weather proof covers for outdoor furniture that I will invest in this year for some pieces. You can mix and match pieces at Wicker Land and choose which of the many Sunbrella fabrics you want your cushions in, creating exactly the look you want!

The demand for outdoor cooking stations or kitchens increases every year. We normally construct them from a precast material using natural stone or concrete for the counters. I was so excited when Barkman Concrete Products came out with a collection of eight prepackaged modular kits that can configured in many variations and include everything from built-in burners and barbecues to fridges and cutting stations. These units allow us to give you a custom outdoor gourmet cooking centre like no other! While in Phoenix this winter I found stainless steel outdoor kitchens which always look fabulous in

“The demand for outdoor cooking stations or kitchens increases every year. We normally construct them from a precast material using natural stone or concrete for the counters."

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contemporary gardens and we, at Escapes will be trying to locate a locale supplier.

Jennifer shared that Wicker Land Patio has two displays of barbecue islands in their store and can custom order for you not only those islands but outdoor fridges, drawers & sinks. The components come in stucco, brick or stone with tile, granite or marble counters and options such as under counter lighting and counter top burners for your side dishes! Of course, if you have the space, custom designing and building your outdoor kitchen on site gives you the most options

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That’s thanks to the fully customized reclining sectional and chair that now furnish her home theatre.

“You have to be careful not to recline too far because you will fall asleep!” Val says with a laugh. “When people visit, they never want to leave!”

Val had searched for months to find the perfect couch to compliment the rustic, southwestern theme she and her husband desired for their newly renovated basement.

“I looked online, but everything was very square and clinical looking,” says Val. “It didn’t match the warm, cozy, inviting feeling we wanted for our home.”

Just when Val was about to give up her search, she stumbled across Rossini’s Furniture — a Calgary-based store that specializes

in custom-designed furniture. Guided by Rossini’s team of experts, Val is already looking forward to bringing that personalized flare Val was able to design a sectional and chair perfectly tailored to to the rest of her home.

“Sometimes just simply refreshing your home furnishings is meet her needs.

As southern Alberta’s specialist in leather upholstery, Rossini’s all that is needed to create the room of your dreams,” says Markin.

Furniture gave Val the opportunity to choose from among hundreds “Whatever your custom renovation consists of — whether it’s new flooring or paint or a complete demolition and rebuild — you don’t of genuine top grain Italian leather and designer fabric options.

“I was able to feel and handle all the leather samples,” says Val. have to settle for the same old outdated or boring furniture. Be “I had been worried that I was going to have to order something unique. Be creative. Make it yours.” online without having the chance to see or feel it, so this was a wonderful experience.”

Visit rossinis.com today to discover how Rossini’s Furniture While her new furniture is all about comfort, what is really can help you personalize your home. turning heads is the exquisite pony brindle Val selected to adorn the sectional and chair. Made from genuine calf hair in natural colouration patterns, this unique feature truly makes Val’s furniture one-of-a-kind.

For Todd Markin, sales and marketing manager, Val’s experience exemplifies the dedicated customer care and limitless possibilities clients can expect from Rossini’s Furniture — all at an affordable price.

“Your furniture is just that: your furniture. When you walk into Rossini’s showroom, you are treated to a unique selection of home furnishing you just don’t find at conventional furniture stores,” says Markin. “With a little direction and encouragement we help you become your own designer and create the exact look you are trying to achieve. Your dream room is only limited by your imagination.”

Val couldn’t agree more. Her fully customized sectional and couch has helped transform her basement into the home theatre she’d envisioned: the perfect place to entertain friends, relax with a glass of wine or snuggle up to watch a movie. And, with Rossini’s Furniture’s recent addition of bedroom and dining room products,

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t’s not often you’ll find a luxury realtor selling his own impeccably crafted home, so you’ll not want to miss this just listed fabulous fully renovated, highly upgraded and exceptionally designed two-storey in Altadore.

Sam Corea, a successful Calgary REALTOR® with Re/MAX House of Realty, and his wife Jacqueline, a highly-sought after Calgary designer, moved into their new 2,700-sq.-ft. inner-city home in 2006.

The five-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home was a builder’s spec home and although the layout was perfect for the family, the materials and overall esthetic were not conducive to their tastes and lifestyle.

Almost immediately after moving in, Jacqueline proceeded to have all the walls repainted and replaced the home’s ultra-modern porcelain tile with a rich Calacatta marble for a warm, elegant look.

More extensive renovations began in May 2009 and lasted six months transforming the home into a more classic style and making it ideal for entertaining.

While no structural changes were made to the home,

there was no room in the house left untouched during the massive renovation. The main floor and staircase originally had engineered bamboo flooring, which the family found did not stand up to the rigors of a three-year-old boy and two dogs. It was replaced with a fumed oak plank with a hand planed finish for a rich, aged look, while the entry got a glamourous marble slab floor.

They kept the original kitchen layout, but transformed the dark, confining feel into a bright welcoming style with lighter paint and the addition of new walnut cabinets and honed Calacatta slab countertops. The island was given special attention by adding a stunning waterfall design for dramatic effect. The kitchen also serves up all new professional appliances including a fridge that blends seamlessly into the cabinetry and a stainless steel, built-in wall oven, microwave, wine fridge and hood fan.

One of the most outstanding rooms is the master bedroom, which offers an inviting retreat and a luxurious spa-like ensuite that includes an awesome free-standing tub, walk-in glass shower and long vanity with dual vessel sinks.

Going through the home, you’ll appreciate the added architectural touches to the stairwells, dining room, living room, family room and master bedroom with applied mouldings, panelling and other custom millwork and details, which are defining features in the home. The decorative ceilings, such as the Art Decostyle faux cove ceiling in the dining room, are simply stunning.

The basement is also fully developed in this home including a media room.

The renovations even extended to the backyard where, with the help of a landscape designer, Jacqueline took a very basic inner-city backyard and turned it into an extension of the living area with an outdoor dining area and lounge area, complete with a towering woodburning stone fireplace and water feature. The backyard won the Alberta Landscaping Award of Excellence in 2011, and the property was featured in Canadian House & Home Magazine’s Best Decorating issue in 2012, on the Alberta Ballet Home and Garden tour in 2010 and also on the Marilyn Denis television show.

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Not only is he leading Three 60 Electrical Services Inc. as a go-to provider of complete residential electrical solutions, he has recently started a new division called Three 60 Smart Home, bringing in Andrew Duckett as the technical director. Together they endeavor to provide the most complete, turn-key solutions possible, by effortlessly blending smart lighting control with whole home automation.

Three 60 Electrical Services and Three 60 Smart Home integrate the best of today’s LED lighting options, automatic shading solutions, multi-room audio, home theatre, mobile device integration, digital surveillance,

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An important focus for all of Three 60’s projects is the final esthetic, and the ability to leave new and retrofit homes looking elegant and high-tech without 6-gang switch plates (otherwise known as wall acne) throughout the home. Furthermore, the mechanical room becomes an area that homeowners will want to show friends and family where the wireless switches are conveniently housed along with the centralized storage of all of the equipment that brings the home to life. Three 60’s neatness and attention to detail is a great source of pride, with a consistent demonstration of quality of workmanship from start to finish on all projects.

A Three 60 designed system will cater to the lifestyle of each client – imagine lying in bed, knowing your kids have decided to turn their lights on late at night (you will be able to tell without getting up!) and simply pressing an “All Off” button from your control device. If you have your cleaner at home while you’re out, you can check that all systems are off and doors are locked after they have left. Hit the ‘Entertain’ button on your in-wall keypad or mobile device and immediately have lighting optimized for a bright, vibrant setting and your favourite music channelling in high traffic areas. Coming home after a sunny vacation and want to turn the heat back on before you get there? No problem. Run the sprinklers while you are away camping for the weekend? The system will take care of that for you. The

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algary RealtoR® Sam Corea is celebrating 20 years with Re/MaX House of Realty. He specializes in luxury properties; his average sale price is $943,000 and he sold 128 homes last year – that’s one home every 68 hours.

1) What do you love most about Calgary?

I was born and raised in Calgary so it’s home to me and I watched it grow from a small town to a big city. I love how it’s a young, vibrant city, with such high energy and that my friends and family live close by. Where I live is where I work – I work within a five kilometre radius – so that makes it special.

2) Which community do you live in and what makes it attractive to you?

I was born in Altadore and that’s where I live. It’s such an great community and it’s interesting because of how it’s changed over the years. Homes were $80,000 when I was born and now lots go for $800,000 and some homes sell around the $2 million mark.

It’s really been an extreme change and the prices keep going up every year. But the community has maintained its vibrancy. I’m selling my Altadore home now, because we want a larger home, but I won’t move very far away.

3) What’s the most unique or largest home you have ever sold?

About 12 years ago I got a call from a bank holding a mortgage for a home in Turner Valley; it was a 10,000-sq.ft. house on 100 acres and it was priced over $1 million, which was unheard of for the area at that time. It was very unique because it was so ahead of its time. It overlooked the Sheep River and was very high end. That property would probably go for $4 to $5 million now.

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4) What’s your favourite vacation spot?

7) Who had the most influence on your life?

We go to Maui and Palm Springs a couple of times a year.

We love Maui because of its energy and the ocean. Palm Springs is an amazing place. I love being in the desert when it’s -30 C back in Calgary, and it’s close to home so it’s a quick flight to get there.

My wife Jacqueline. We met in high school and we’ve been together 25 years. She’s an interior designer with an impeccable eye, great taste and she really knows quality.

She’s a high-end designer so, work-wise, she has taught me a lot about quality. She’s also the most ethical person I know and a smart business person. I’ve learned a lot from her.

5) Based on your experience as a Realtor what luxury item/feature do people most want in a home?

I see a huge emphasis on people wanting some very unique items. The kitchen gets the most focus because people are looking for high-end features. They want SubZero and Wolf appliances and custom cabinets. But, I also have a number of clients who are car collectors who want the over-size triple garage and others want the ability to put in a wine room and a media room.

With larger properties, they want a sports court – I had one client who spent a quarter-million dollars on one.

Some want a swimming pool; and even some put in panic rooms.

But what they all have in common is they look for ways to customize their home to meet their needs.

6) Has the luxury real estate market grown in

8) A book or a movie?

I’d love to say book, but with my schedule I’m lucky to catch a movie. I have an amazing media system in my home, but with a seven-year-old son I’ve seen more Treehouse and kids’ shows than movies.

9) What’s your favourite sport to watch?

Golf. I play once a week at Priddis and I love to watch it; it helps me unwind. I’m also a Flames fan and have season tickets.

10) What’s the best dish you cook?

I love to barbecue. I do it year round regardless of the weather, so my best dish is anything on the barbecue. One of my hobbies is sailing and I even barbecue on the boat.

Calgary, and why?

The luxury market has absolutely grown. This city is energy centred and oil and gas have fuelled the high-end market and brought in people from around the globe who desire luxury homes.

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ith Calgary’s relatively short summers more people are looking at ways to extend their enjoyment of the outdoors year round and one of best ways to do it is to add a touch of luxury with a sunroom.

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“With our winters being so long and summers so short, we don’t always get to enjoy the back yard that long before it’s too cold outside,” says Jeff Wyndham, co-owner of Calgary’s Four Seasons Sunrooms. “A sunroom really allows you to enjoy the outdoors year-round; it brings the outdoors indoors and adds to your quality of life and even your health as it brings the sunlight in.

“Sitting in the comfort of your sunroom and watching the snow fall on a quiet winter’s evening really gives you a tranquil feeling,” he says, adding it’s a lifestyle that homeowners’ cherish.

A big benefit to a sunroom is it allows you to enjoy your property without worrying if it’s too windy, hot, cold, buggy or rainy outside; you can be inside surrounded in your glassed-in sunroom and feel like you’re sitting outside.

“Also if you’ve spent a lot of time, money and energy on your landscaping, or if you have a scenic view, most times you can’t enjoy it once you move inside and close the door,” Wyndham says. “So adding a sunroom means you can enjoy your hard work or that picturesque setting anytime.”

Four Seasons can add a sunroom to any home and there are a number of different product lines that offer a variety of styles and sizes that meet most people’s budgets.

“We deliver a high quality product and have a long list of styles available in our collection,” he says, noting that people can choose from different models, but they also do custom-built sunrooms, so homeowners can get them in any size, and they can get upgraded features such as fireplaces, highend finishings and in-floor heating.

“The most popular designs made of wood are Victorian and Georgian conservatories and we see that trend continuing into 2014,” he adds. “But homeowners can choose from aluminum, vinyl or wood interiors and between aluminum or vinyl exteriors.

The Four Seasons sunrooms also come with an exclusive tempered glass that features a protective coating so the rooms are cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter, he says.

“Sunrooms are totally versatile,” he says. “The majority we add are off the kitchen because that’s typically where people gather and entertain and a lot of homeowners like to extend the kitchen space.”

But they’re also used as garden rooms, home offices, sitting or family rooms and hot tub areas.

“Adding a sunroom is definitely a luxury item and we build a number of high-end sunrooms on some of the finest homes and acreages in Calgary and area,” Wyndham says. “We have installed a number of them to $1-million-plus homes; people who are spending a lot of money to have a luxury home see the value in adding a sunroom because it extends their enjoyment of their home, plus they’re increasing the footprint of their home so they see it as an investment.”

One of the most expensive sunroom additions Four Seasons did was to a home in Springbank that cost about $400,000. “It was a huge multi-level home and we actually were replacing an atrium. It

“A sunroom really allows you to enjoy the outdoors year-round; it brings the outdoors indoors and adds to your quality of life and even your health as it brings the sunlight in.”

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was a huge project; there was about 1,600-square-feet of glass and every piece of glass was custom,” Wyndham says. “It was a total custom job, very unique with all wood beams. It was challenging, but turned out amazing.”

But it wasn’t the biggest sunroom they’ve installed - that was a 600-sq.-ft. sunroom sold to a Buddhist Monk in Calgary who is using it for a meditation studio.

They also crafted a fabulous Cathedral wood and glass sunroom on an acreage home south of Calgary. “It was a 20-foot by 30-foot sunroom that had a lot of stone work including a stone fireplace and a soaring wood beam roof line – it’s absolutely stunning and really a focal point in the home,” Wyndham says.

And they added a 16-ft. by 19-ft. Georgian Majestic style sunroom to a 3,500-sq.-ft. bungalow in southwest Calgary.

“This sunroom is an exquisite example of the best of old world look blending with modern materials and it’s an elegant addition the home,” Wyndham says. “The owners wanted a place where they can enjoy their gardens and there is a door in the sunroom that opens right onto the flagstone patio and gardens so it’s a beautiful setting.”

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Calgary has some of the finest brands of hotels in the world. With the newly opened Aloft Calgary University, a vision from the W brand, the new luxe of boutique-style indulgence and contemporary chic has arrived. In distinct contrast, the Fairmont Palliser, one of the city’s oldest and most prestigious, marks 2014 by celebrating 100 years of hotel luxury.

With these two luxury brands, it’s not simply a contrast of old versus new. It brings more options for luxury, more to appeal to the wants and lifestyle expectations of guests.

The Fairmont Palliser may be 100, and the benchmark for luxury is certainly different now than it was in 1914, but this gorgeous Grande Dame of the city’s hospitality scene has kept up with modern innovation, bringing its decor, offerings and amenities into the height of each new era.

The Palliser is sophisticated and elegant. It defines traditional luxury and elegant comforts, where Aloft’s appeal capitalizes on the ‘cool’ factor and edgy style.

The Fairmont Palliser is steeped in historical relevance, Aloft’s cachet is in its modernism and hip, tech-savvy vibe.

Prestige comes in many levels. The front desk of the Fairmont Palliser is fine for checking in to most of this hotel’s offering of sumptuous suites. But taking luxury to the next level, the Palliser offers its guests the Fairmont Gold Club and Fairmont Presidents Club.

An upgrade not to be missed by those in the know, an elite clique pays for preferential treatment including an exclusive boutique lobby in the penthouse, with a breathtaking view clear to the mountains. Guests are treated to additional comforts, from upgraded suites and hospitality gifts to WiFi, food and a bar to help unwind and start their stay. With renovations to the tune of $11 million in 2011, the Gold Club is also cutting edge, with elements like larger rooms, new fi xtures and phone chargers next to beds.

The vibe at Aloft indulges in a different way – it’s the social scene and the action. The open-concept design lets energy flow. The video wall and digital scrolling news ticker-tapes keep information flowing, too. This is a crowd that’s always plugged in. It’s distinct from the soaring ceiling and opulent chandelier of the Palliser’s main lobby.

Relaxing and unwinding doesn’t mean shutting down and turning off. WiFi is free throughout Aloft.

The lobby features touch-n-go kiosks so that there’s no need for waiting or lines to the counter while checking in or out.

The Palliser has many well-heeled spaces. The art and history can’t be missed. The Crystal Ballroom and Canadian Pacific Ballroom are renowned for their splendour. Events in these spaces cater to a refined crowd. The Pavilion has a glass domed ceiling and a +15 to where the trains are stored – a significant part of Calgary’s history, as the Palliser was built right on the railway line to connect the city with outlying communities.

What Aloft doesn’t have in history, it makes up for in hipness. Pet owners can indulge their pampered

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pooches. ARF – the pet-friendly program for dogs – features an Aloft bed and bowl, plus some ‘woof-alicious’ treats and toys. The buzz at the Palliser is no less intriguing. Literally. With its two bee hives managed by local beekeepers, the Palliser has its own honey, a treat served in the Oak Room.

Aloft is a stage. Music, innovation and life take part, infusing a community element into the hotel. Their commitment to local talent and promoting unsigned artists has serious appeal to the new music scene. And building on its digital vibe, Aloft has created a multichannel platform. Guests can enjoy the music and respond online.

While the Indie scene flourishes at Aloft, the Palliser has seen a most notable list of guests pass through their halls, from Hillary Clinton and Oprah Winfrey to Sophia Lauren and, of course, HM Queen Elizabeth and HRH, Prince Philip. Marilyn Manson, Bill Cosby, Brad and Angelina and more fame and fanfare have stayed there, too. In fact, for many years, the Palliser was home to Canada’s 11th Prime Minister, The Right Honourable R.B. Bennett.

Aloft has just opened its doors, and Calgary residents and visitors have given it a warm welcome. The Fairmont Palliser, now celebrating 100 years of hospitality, has started up the festivities. With a great number of amenities and indulgences infusing your stay with exceptional comfort and service, the only decision is: Which style do you prefer?

Or do you need a second stay to try out the other?

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Visit fairmont.com/palliser-calgary and aloftcalgaryuniversity.com for further information.

Enjoy your stay!

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FindCalgaryProperties.com Riverdale $3,546,500 Overlooking the river and Stanley Park, this gorgeous home is 4,100 sq. ft. on an oversized corner lot, with triple car attached garage. This home includes a high level of quality executive finishes throughout, opening onto a secluded oversized backyard.

Elboya Stanley Park $2,798,880 At over 3,800 sq. ft. this executive home features main floor 10-ft. ceilings, 6 bedrooms, a quad garage and in-floor heating. With a luxury kitchen outfitted with Wolf/Subzero appliances, a Spainspired ensuite and smart automation, this home exceeds expectations.

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So much more lake for your money at The Shores.

There are other lakes. And there are other luxury homes.

But nowhere combines such a beautiful location, on the city’s largest lake, at such an attractive price. This is pure luxury — a lakefront estate home just 20 minutes from downtown Calgary.

NOW’S THE RIGHT TIME FOR LIFE AT THE LAKE. The next phase of The Shores is now selling. Lakeside 4 bedroom homes with a 3 car garage from the low $650s. Lakefront homes from the $900s.

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rademark renovations’ passion to provide quality workmanship and customer satisfaction has resulted in not only winning the Consumer Choice Award five consecutive years, but having many homeowners trust it to craft their high-end renovation projects.

“Our customer service is something we’re proud of,” says Blair Foisy, owner and president of Trademark Renovations. “Receiving the Consumer Choice Awards is important to us because it’s voted on by real people and I think it says we’re doing something right, that we’re offering quality work and service that people want.”

Trademark’s emphasis on quality, transparency, value and customer service has resulted in many repeat customers and over the years; a consistent 72 per cent plus of its business is derived through referrals.

“That tells us people are so proud of their home and the job we did, they talk about it with people and refer us to those who need a reno or want a custom build,” Foisy says. “We want our customers to be happy when the job is done and that we’ve met their expectations and beyond.”

Among their long list of satisfied customers are the owners of a 1940s inner-city bungalow. Trademark first undertook a complete interior and exterior renovation to the home in 2009, updating everything from the siding and cabinetry to the plumbing and electrical.

The homeowners loved their fresh and modern design, but as the family grew they needed more space and sought out Trademark once again to add two storeys while preserving the original renovations.

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Trademark spent the next nine months transforming the modest two-bedroom, one-bath bungalow into a magnificent three-bedroom, two-bath multi-storey home. But what makes this house spectacular is the addition of an ultimate playroom that encompasses the entire third floor providing ample space for toys, games and to have friends over. And, during the summer months, the family can relax on the adjoining thirdstorey deck.

More importantly, Trademark designed this room with an eye to the future by including plumbing rough-ins, so it can easily be converted into a media room and wet bar — enabling the house to keep up with the family’s changing needs.

“It may have started out as a small bungalow, but we transformed into a fabulous open, modern three-storey home and the owners love it,” Foisy comments.

With more than 30 years’ experience in building and renovating Calgary’s luxury custom homes, Trademark Renovations can help every homeowner bring their unique vision to life — whether that’s updating a kitchen , building an addition, developing a basement, doing a complete makeover or building new.

“Luxury homeowners want to make their home unique and personalized; they want to incorporate high-end products and that’s where we shine,” Foisy explains. “We do all styles of fully customized renovations from traditional to contemporary, or build that luxury dream home. To put it simply, we love what we do.”

To view some of Trademark’s luxury reno projects, or for more information, visit www.trademarkrenovations.com.

OUTDOORS

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ith the sun shining and trees and plants blooming to life, Landscaping may be at the forefront your mind. Landscape 360 would like to highlight a few ideas homeowners can contemplate to successfully launch their landscape project.

Hiring a Landscape Contractor should be exciting and satisfying.

However this can be a very discouraging time for some homeowners, unsure of where to begin, what you want it to look like and who to talk too. Have a plan. You can never call a company too early to plan for the following season’s project. Many Landscape companies are limited in the number of jobs they can do in a season. Having a plan and beginning the process early can allow for your project to be started in the spring.

With a variety of high quality products and many different design concepts your landscape design can be customized to compliment any size and shape of property. Natural Stone is the highest quality material to use for landscaping. Serenity, timelessness, balance, beauty and function are all traits of natural stone. Natural stone can be used in almost all facets of landscape construction. Landscape lighting is a phenomenal way to enhance your outdoor space and bring your yard and nature to life. Lighting provides your space with energy, safety, balance and interest. The ambient glow of landscape lighting sets the mood for your yard. Custom irrigation [48] LUXURY LIVING SUMMER 2014

When deciding which landscape company to hire, it’s beneficial to do your research. systems are an excellent way to conserve water and reduce your yard maintenance. This will allow home owners to maximize the amount of water their landscape requires. An irrigation system is a far more effective way to provide your yard the water it craves, as opposed to running the sprinkler for a few hours.

Custom woodwork is one of many options to incorporate into your landscape. Decks, Pergolas, Fences, Retaining walls can all be built a number of different ways. Like most aspects of Landscape construction choosing the right material is key. Your options include Spruce which can be used for decks and fences but is a lower grade lumber and typically requires a solid or semi solid paint or stain. Pressure Treated is another great option which is Spruce or Pine chemically treated with wood preservatives. This provides the lumber with protection from the elements and provides greater longevity of your wood. Pressure Treated lumber is excellent for retaining walls and fences. Cedar is strongly recommended for decks, pergolas and privacy screens/walls.

It withstands our climate and has an extraordinary natural beauty.

Cedar needs to be treated with stain or oil to prevent the wood from turning grey. Cedar requires more maintenance than your other options but the sacrifice we feel is worth it. You should expect to stain your cedar deck every other year depending on sun exposure, traffic, pets and usage. Kayu is also an option for homeowners craving that high end deck. It is an exotic hardwood that is used throughout the world on docks, ships and many high traffic areas. Kayu withstands all weather conditions and is a perfect complement to any landscape.

Quality craftsmanship in woodwork is as important as the product you are choosing.

Many landscape companies do not address all aspects of landscaping.

Find a landscape company that will complete the task from start to finish and handle any subcontracting required. Remember that there are many different approaches to outdoor projects. The final result will fall between what you can plan and budget for and what your landscaper is capable of creating.

When deciding which landscape company to hire, it’s beneficial to do your research. Ask to see their portfolio, view their website, and look into some of the products yourself. Most importantly ask lots of questions. Landscape construction can be done very different. Hire a company who use quality equipment, utilize the best products available and have it installed professionally.

Landscape 360. Professional Landscape Construction | 403.452.0360 | landscape360.ca |

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Landscape 360 is focused on providing our clients with professional landscape construction from concept to completion.

With experience, creativity, hard work and dedication, we will exceed your expectations. The service and product we provide will withstand the toughest elements, while giving your home a personality. With a commitment to quality, Landscape 360 is driven to establish strong relationships with each client.

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