Calgary New Home + Condo Guide - November 12, 2021

Calgary Nov. 12–Dec. 10, 2021

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EDITOR’S NOTE

CALGARY’S FESTIVE FALL

PEPPER RODRIGUEZ EDITOR New Home + Condo Guide

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This fall has been unlike any other in Calgary. Not much snow and it’s the middle of November – I’ll take that. And the optimism comes not just from the mild weather. The election of the new municipal council seems to have brought positive vibes to the city too, and the Calgary Flames’ hot start has added to the new energy. But what may be the biggest part of the renewed optimism is the continued strength of the local new home market.

New communities are opening all over the city, new showhomes are being unveiled with fantastic new designs, and the crowds are back at the showhome parades! Calbridge Homes has captured much of this new energy and is currently enjoying a banner year in sales, and they are poised for even more success as they open new showhomes in a couple of new communities, with more on the way.

Check out our cover feature on this well-regarded builder to find out just what they have in store.

A couple of property profiles are inside as well, spotlighting the latest showhomes from Excel Homes and the latest developments in Qualico Communities’ Painted Sky in Langdon. We also have a feature on Cochrane that lets us in on why more people are moving to this Western Heritage town just west of Calgary.

With the Holidays fast approaching, we also felt it was a great idea to have a feature on how we can celebrate the Season in a safe but spectacular way. We spoke with our friends at Designers Edge, and it just puts us in a more festive mood.

There is more to talk about in my Inside Calgary news column about where the latest showhome and community launches are happening. You can follow us on Facebook and Instagram for up-todate information on that.

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Cover Story

2021 Hospital Home Lottery Showhome in Cranston’s Riverstone

Commitment to design quality spells success for

Calbridge Homes Calbridge Homes has always prided itself in the lifestyle-oriented designs of its homes. From its trendy townhomes, stylish starter and move-up homes, refined estate homes, even their popular luxury grand prize showhomes, one thing rings through – their abiding commitment to purposeful design and quality.

That commitment has garnered several industry awards, but more importantly, the trust of Calgary’s homebuyers, as Calbridge Homes had an incredible 2021. They are poised to carry this success through to next year as new showhomes open in some of the Calgary region’s best communities.

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“2021 has been a very successful year for us so far!” says Edmundo Azuaje, Marketing & Communications Lead at Calbridge Homes and La Vita Land.

“We are on path to have another amazing year in terms of sales, and it seems like we are not slowing down. Our entire team has done amazingly well at adapting and overcoming all the challenges that this past year has had.”

Calbridge’s single-family homes have particularly done very well, he adds. “Homebuyers are looking for that extra space since they are doing more at home than ever before.” Their latest singlefamily showhomes in the new

communities of Sage Hill Crest in the northwest, and Alpine Park in the southwest are particularly designed to address the current needs of growing families.

“Our amazing Design team is always looking to tweak our models to align with market trends and adapting our floorplans to fit with our homebuyers’ needs,” he adds.

There is a lot of excitement for Calbridge Homes’ new models in Alpine Park. This new community in the much sought-after southwest promises a fresh take on suburban living and Calbridge unveiled a line of new models here that reflect the vision of this unique community.

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They have models in three of the four home types available in Alpine Park (laned, court and vintage). “The showhomes in this community are completely new models that we are really excited about. They are different than any previous models, but they still keep the favorite features. Each showhome has its unique colour palette and they really give you a different feel when you walk into each one,” Azuaje says.

Laned homes, court homes and vintage homes in Alpine Park are porch-front homes that put a premium on their curbside presence. Calbridge’s Forgetmenot (court) and Parkdale (vintage) models showcase what can be done with more square footage, while the Vista and Rawson are Calbridge’s laned showhomes that bring new meaning to the starter home. Showhomes will open in late November, but their sales centre is already entertaining visitors.

“Every one of our showhomes here is special, especially the Vista’s third floor loft – the views are stunning. Not only is this a unique feature exclusive to this model, but from its location you have mountain and downtown views. Definitely not something to

miss when visiting the showhome parade,” Azuaje says.

Alpine Park boasts a quick drive to the mountains, and with access to the new ring road, commuting feels like a breeze. Calbridge’s laned homes in alpine Park start from the $560,000s, courts are from the $590,000s, and vintage are from the $790,000s.

Sage Hill Crest in the amenityrich section of the northwest just opened recently too. “Our showhome here boasts what we are known for– quality, efficiency, and value. All of this is carried into the fully developed secondary suite!”

The Arnica II showhome here showcases stunning features such as open-to-above detail in the staircase/kitchen area, spa-inspired ensuite, four upper floor bedrooms, and bonus room. “In this community we are also launching new models that are exclusive to Sage Hill Crest. These models have ample options to meet the needs of any homebuyer.”

In Sage Hill Crest, Calbridge offers Street Towns from the $430,000s, single car garage homes from the $530,000s, and double car garage homes from

Harmony showhome in Bayview

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• Beds: 3 • Baths:2.5 • Double garage Court showhome Forgetmenot (#29-20 Alpine Drive SW) • Size: 2,367 sq. ft.

• Beds: 3 • Baths: 2.5 • Double garage Vintage Parkdale (42 Bluerock Avenue SW) • Size: 3,242 sq. ft.

• Beds 4 • Baths: 3.5 • Triple garage SAge Hill CreSt

Arnica II (85 Sage Hill Cres NW) • SQFT: 2392 • Beds: 4 • Baths: 2.5 • Garage: 2

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the $560,000s. “Sage Hill Crest is the last opportunity to build in this established community. With close proximity to restaurants, commercial spaces, schools and more!”

“Our goal throughout 2021, especially, has been to meet customers where they are at,” says Nicole Ziemann, Calbridge Homes Managing Director of Sales.

“We provide many tools and platforms like 3D Tours, video appointments, online bookings, and more to make buying a Calbridge Home from a distance as easy as possible. Buyers are more savvy than ever before and we believe buyers choose us because of our strong reputation which is demonstrated through the relationships we create with them both in-person and virtually.”

The volume of sales we have seen, especially this spring and this fall, has been great,” Ziemann says.” We didn’t know what to expect while facing the pandemic and we were pleasantly surprised by the interest and commitment from homebuyers.”

Calbridge Homes has showhomes across 11 communities in Calgary and the greater Calgary region, including in Fireside in Cochrane that is developed by La Vita Land, the land development arm of the Calbridge Group.

There is still a chance to win the $2.6 million grand prize showhome for Calgary Health Trust’s Hospital Home Lottery that Calbridge Homes built in Cranston’s Riverstone. Interested parties can view the exacting quality and craftsmanship in a video walkthrough at calgaryshopitalhomelottery.com where tickets to the lottery can still be bought until November 19.

For more information on Calbridge Homes showhomes, visit calbridgehomes.com.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING The long-awaited opening of new residential communities in the southwest finally came through with the opening of Alpine Park, as land developer Dream Unlimited unveiled the first showhomes in the new community.

The first seven of 13 showhomes opened on October 30 from Calbridge Homes, Cardel Homes, Genesis Builders, and Homes by Dream. They lived up to the hype as the “next generation of greenfield development.”

Tara Steell, general manager of Dream’s Calgary Land division, says Alpine Park is at the forefront of Calgary’s new urbanism movement that focuses home designs on residents rather than vehicles.

“Great cities across North America have welcomed new urbanist developments into their community fabric, like Austin, Salt Lake City or Denver, and to have a community of this scale and calibre in our own backyard is exciting as a Calgarian,” says Tara Steell.

“It’s such an inherently appealing concept and residents are going to absolutely fall in love with the tree-lined streets, charming porches, and incredible public spaces,” she said. “It all just sort of comes together and clicks when you experience it for yourself.”

For more information on Alpine Park, visit alpinepark.ca

Trico Homes building fifth straight STARS Lottery Home

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Trico Homes is quietly building a reputation as a premier builder of grand prize lottery homes, as it builds for the fifth straight year the top prize for STARS Lottery.

The 2022 STARS Lottery will feature The Rosewood as its grand prize. This $1.1 million, 2,539-square-foot Rosewood grand prize showhome sits on a southfacing corner lot in the southwest community of Sirocco in Pine Ridge and will come fully furnished.

“Our team couldn’t be more proud to design and build the Calgary Lottery home for the fifth straight year, says Trico Homes President Michael Brown. “We bring our very best to every community we live and work in, and we’re honoured to have this opportunity to help support STARS Air Ambulance and the critical life-saving work they do for Albertans each and every day,” he adds.

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Cochrane was established in 1881 as the Cochrane Ranche, after Matthew Henry Cochrane, a local rancher.

Prominent joins Rivercrest Qualico Communities Calgary and Slokker Communities welcome Prominent Homes as the newest builder in the young community of Rivercrest in Cochrane.

“We’re very excited to announce that Prominent Homes will be joining our trusted builder group in Rivercrest,” says Nina Wulder, Marketing & Communications Coordinator for Qualico Communities. “As a leading Alberta new home builder for over 30 years, Prominent Homes will be a great addition to the Rivercrest Builder Group.”

Prominent will join the community with Duplex Homes starting in the high $300,000s.

“Prominent is excited to join Qualico and Slokker in building great homes in the community of Rivercrest in Cochrane,” says Pal Shergill, General Manager of Prominent Homes Ltd. “We plan to bring innovative brand new designs for semi-detached homes to the community with over 1,600 square-feet of space and thoughtful open concept homes that still allow for private home office space. If our homeowners want to take advantage of working from home or just need extra space for kids toys, they have the option, while

still being right in town and close to everything that Cochrane and Rivercrest have to offer.”

Housing options now available in Rivercrest include Front Garage Homes from Broadview Homes, Sterling Homes, and Trico Homes starting in the low $500s and Duplex Homes from Prominent Homes and Kingsmith Homes starting in the mid $300s.

Visit www.homeisrivercrest.ca for information on the community.

Walden Place releases final building With its wide range of homes styles available, Walden Place has always prided itself in being a communitywithin-a-community. And now, this second largest development from Cardel Lifestyles is launching its final building.

“We are about to release for sale the last building of Walden Place,” says Cardel Lifestyle’s Brad Logel.

“We’re very excited for this one as it will feature eight

different condo plans, including some of the most popular we’ve ever had.”

The new plans will range from 493 to 1,104 squarefeet with prices ranging from $149,900 to $339,900 (plus GST). Possessions for this final building are expected to begin by mid 2023.

“We also have some quicker possessions in our Building 4 which has a time frame of spring 2022,” Logel says.

At 428 apartment-style condos and 40 townhomes, Walden Place will be Cardel Lifestyle’s second largest development. “We have already helped more than 385 people find their homes here,” Logel adds. And there is so much more to love in this southeast community of Walden than when Walden Place launched five years ago. “There are a ton of new amenities in the community, including the new Township commercial centre. There are many new restaurants and stores that have opened nearby adding to the convenience and walkability of Walden Place.” nexthome.ca 15

ADVICE | CAlgAryIsm

5 QuEstIons to Ask Any REaltoR in An IntERVIEw

Cody BAttershill Are you thinking about making a move in Calgary’s housing market?

If so, you’ll want to find a real estate agent that’s a good fit for your goals – if you don’t have one already, that is!

What is the best way to interview a real estate agent in Calgary?

By asking them some specific questions, of course! Here are a few simple questions you should ask any Realtor® who’s interviewing for the job next time around! #1 – What experience do you have as a real estate agent?

The first most important question to ask a real estate agent is specifics about their experience. What exactly is this agent’s niche? Do they specialize in rural homes and acreages, or perhaps city condos and townhomes? Is there a particular area of the city they are more familiar with than others?

If you’re buying a home in Bragg Creek, for example, finding an agent who specializes in the area may be ideal for your real estate goals based on their previous experience. #2 – Do you have any awards, certifications and designations?

Designations, awards and certifications don’t mean everything, but they are an indicator of an agent’s overall experience. Many Realtors® in Calgary also have continuing education courses under their belt.

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awards and certifications a real estate agent has, the more knowledge, experience and and tools they will have at their disposal to help you accomplish your real estate goals. #3 – How many homes have you sold over the past year?

Is the agent you are interviewing up-to-date on current market trends and the workings of the real estate industry? An excellent way to determine this is if they have a proven track record with lots of completed transactions over the past several months. In many cases, having several recent transactions on their record is likely indicative of a full-time agent with lots of experience. #4 – How do you plan on marketing my home?

How exactly is this agent going to market your home? A few questions you’ll want to ask them include: • What potential exposure does my listing have on your website?

• Will you blog about my listing or post it on social media channels?

• Will there be open houses or print advertising involved?

These are just a few examples of marketing tactics used by agents.

Get a complete list to ensure you are 100 per cent comfortable with their marketing plan. #5 – What will you do to make this process easier for me?

Last, but not least is asking the agent about what they will do to make your transaction as stress-free and smooth sailing

as possible. Of course, we can’t predict the future, but having some communication on what to expect from an agent is an integral part of being 100 per cent satisfied with your next transaction.

Wishing you all the best for your next real estate transaction in Calgary!

Cody Battershill is the founder of Calgaryism and a top producing Realtor® at RE/MAX House of Real Estate. Born and raised in Calgary, Cody has a passion for helping his clients accomplish their real estate goals and loves to show off the best that Calgary has to offer! He can be reached at 403.370.4008, on Twitter @ Calgaryism and Calgaryism.ca

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ExcEl HomEs delights in the flexibility of nEw livingston sHowHomEs

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Family-oriented flexibility is the key in Excel Homes’ newest showhomes, as their new laned and front-drive garage homes bring style and function to the fore.

Excel Homes recently opened four new showhomes in Livingston – two laned and two front-drive garage models - as the renowned homebuilder adds to its repertoire of starter and move-up homes.

But these aren’t just an ordinary set of new showhomes, as Excel Homes has taken extra care in coming out with flexible designs that are aimed at addressing the needs and wants of homebuyers in today’s market.

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“We see a lot of first-time home buyers in Livingston, especially in our laned homes. Growing families and multigenerational families are popular purchasers of our larger front-garage models” says Kristina Plank, marketing manager at Excel Homes.

“Our models offer many customizable options to choose from, which help cater the home to the homeowner’s needs and lifestyle,” she says, adding that spice kitchens or third-floor lofts are just some of the upgraded options they offer.

“Our homes can also include a built-in coffee station, butler pantries, exterior side entry, flex

rooms that can be turned into a main floor bedroom, legal one- or two-bedroom basement suite options, wet bar options to the basement, vaulted bonus room, and much more,” she says.

Excel is particularly proud with how their two Livingston front-drive showhomes – the Collingwood and the Glenwood – have turned out. “They opened on October 2, 2021. So far, the feedback has been excellent!

Customers love the spaces, the light airy feel and the fresh colour palettes,” Plank says.

The Collingwood and the Glenwood both offer functionality and exquisite design with over

2,200 square feet of living space – perfect for large families, she adds. Both are also Certified Built Green homes.

The 2,244-square-foot, fourbedroom, two-and-a-half bath Collingwood showcases the full lifestyle potential of the home, including a walkout basement development with a one-bedroom legal suite. It includes an upgraded luxury kitchen with a large island, two toned cabinets, stainless steel appliances, engineered stone countertops, and a built -in coffee station in the pantry. It has a main floor flex room for added living space, a vaulted bonus room upstairs and a grand fireplace in the main floor, adding a sense of elevated elegance to the home.

“It is one of our most versatile floorplans” Plank says.

The 2,364-square-foot Glenwood also has four bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths and boasts an open kitchen layout with a generous island including a builtin wine rack.

Much attention was given to the kitchen that features upgraded stainless steel appliances including a gas cooktop, engineered stone countertops, sleek grey cabinets, large pantry and much more.

The Glenwood also has a main floor flex room that can be easily converted to a home office or den.

The mudroom has bult-in lockers for kids to put all their stuff in when they come in, and a wall of glass at the back of the main floor with its three-panel set of patio doors, allowing tons of natural light inviting you to the back deck which spans the entire width of the main floor.

It also pampers the owners with its large master bedroom, perfectly spacious for a king bed, as well as a sleek ensuite and walk-in closet that features a walkthrough to the upstairs laundry.

In Livingston, Excel Homes’ prices start from the high $400,000s for laned homes and mid $500,000s for the frontdrive. The Glenwood model starts from the low $600,000s, while the Collingwood is from the high $500,000s.

These front-drive and laned homes fit particularly well in the overall scheme of Livingston, a Brookfield Residential Development in north Calgary.

“Livingston is a very desirable community in Calgary’s northwest, with plenty of schools, retail and entertainment amenities just a short commute away - that includes CrossIron Mills mall, Century Downs racetrack/casino and the Calgary International Airport,” Plank says.

Livingston itself has an abundance of parks and walking paths, and the Livingston Hub, a 35,000 square-foot community facility that has become the central gathering place for residents and their guests. This homeowners’ association facility features fun amenities for everyone to enjoy.

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Builders: Broadview Homes, Morrison Homes, NuVista Homes, Sterling Homes, Trico Homes, Truman Homes www.liveindaesonslanding.ca

KINNIBURGH NORTH By: Pollyco Developments Builders: SunStar Homes, Paramount Homes, Luxuria Homes, NewLook Homes, Twenty First Century Homes, Everwood Homes, Landstone Homes, Red Square Homes. www.kinniburgh-chestermere.com

KINNIBURGH SOUTH By: Golden Triangle Development Builders: Golden Triangle Home Builders, 3D Homes, Wave Homes, Green Cedar Homes. www.kinniburghsouth.com

11. STRATHMORE THE RANCH By: Anthem United Builders: WestView Builders theranchunited.com

THE LAKES OF MUIRFIELD Builders: Douglas Homes, Today’s Homes, Ribero Homes and Compass Rose Homes lakesofmuirfield.com

12. LANGDON BRIDGES OF LANGDON By: Pollyco Developments Builders: Paramount Homes, Green Cedar Homes, SunStar Homes, Kelly Kustom Homes, Landmark Group. www.bridgesoflangdon.com

PAINTED SKY By: Qualico Communities Builders: Broadview Homes, NuVista Homes, Sterling Homes www.paintedskyinlangdon.com 20 New Home + Condo Guide | Nov. 12–Dec. 10, 2021

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by PePPer rodriGuez The pristine, picturesque beauty of the prairies is easily at hand in the new Qualico Communities’ development of Painted Sky in Langdon. Yet homes here will be anything but little houses on the prairie.

Located just east of Calgary, Painted Sky is Qualico’s first community in this quaint small town where it promises to add a new vibrancy to rural living.

“Painted Sky is a familyoriented community designed to serve the housing, lifestyle, and amenity needs of its residents,” says Nina Wulder, Communications & Marketing Coordinator at Qualico Communities. “It is a haven for families looking for an alternative to city living, but who still want the convenience of city life.”

The brand-new community will have all the important amenities nearby like schools, daycares, recreation facilities, fire, police, emergency and medical services.

There are also numerous parks, pathways, and retail centres all within five minutes of the community, she adds.

Painted Sky is 266 acres with nine phases, and once complete there will have over 1,100 homes.

It is located on the west side of Langdon, Rocky View County, immediately south of Glenmore Trail, and less than 20 minutes away from the eastern border of Calgary.

It is designed for families to put down roots and will offer spacious laned homes, front-drive homes, as well as the popular WideShallow front drive homes that allow for more flexible floorplans.

“Painted Sky will have bigger lot sizes than the average city lot.

Traditional front drive lots start at 48 feet wide. The bigger and wider lot can mean a larger home and more space for what people need,” Wulder says.

The first phase will be exclusive to homebuilders in the Qualico Communities group. Broadview Homes will have front drive models, Sterling Homes will offer the Wide Shallow front drives, and NuVista Homes will sell laned homes. “Starting from prices and home model information is expected to be released later this year,” she adds. Showhomes are expected to open by spring 2022.

Interested parties can already register for updates at www.paintedskyinlangdon.com nexthome.ca 21

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11. UNITY IN SETON Builders: Trico Homes

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“I’m honoured to be part of this dynamic Association and lead the progress and strategic initiatives our board has developed. I look forward to addressing challenges and supporting an industry that continues to be one of Alberta’s largest economic contributors,” de Walle says.

De Walle, a Senior Vice President for Marsh Canada, is well equipped for the position. He leads Marsh Canada’s West Zone Construction team and National Residential Construction segment. De Walle is a trusted risk management consultant and long-time volunteer that brings a wealth of experience to the residential construction and development industry.

Before serving on the provincial board, de Walle served as Treasurer and Director of BILD Calgary Region, on the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) National – Marketing Committee and on the CHBA Calgary – Marketing Council. de Walle is succeeding Paul Boskovich of Calgary, who will remain on the board in the position of Past Chair for one year.

“I look forward to serving this industry as we emerge from the pandemic and finding opportunities to carry on the advocacy work of my predecessors to build a better Alberta for today and the future,” de Walle says.

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9. CREEKSIDE CREEKSIDE VILLAGE

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12. CHINOOK GATE By: Brookfield Residential Builders: Brookfield Residential, Excel Homes, McKee Homes chinookgate.com

13. SOUTHPOINT By: Vesta Properties Builders: Vesta Properties vestasouthpoint.com

14. BAYVIEW By: Genesis Land Development Corp.

Builders: Calbridge Homes, Genesis Builders Group, Stepper Homes genesisland.com

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By: La Vita Land Builders: Calbridge Homes, Janssen, NuVista Homes firesidecochrane.com

By Slokker Homes jumpingpound.com

2. HEARTLAND By: Apex Developments Builders: Excel Homes, Pacesetter by Sterling, Rohit heartlandcochrane.com

3. THE WILLOWS OF RIVER HEIGHTS By: La Vita Land Builders: Janssen Homes, Kingsmith Homes, NuVista Homes, Calbridge Homes and Sterling Homes thewillowscochrane.com

4. RIVERSONG By: Tamani Communities Builders: Jayman BUILT, Trico Homes, THE RISE by Jayman Modus riversongcochrane.com

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6. SUNSET RIDGE

By Melcor Developments Builders: Excel Homes, Homes by Avi, JaymanBUILT, Landmark Homes liveinsunsetridge.ca

7. PRECEDENCE TOWNHOMES Builders: Trico Homes tricohomes.com

8. RIVERCREST By: Slokker Homes , Qualico Communities Builders: Slokker Homes, Kingsmith Homes, Timber Creek Homes, Trico Homes, Broadview Homes and Sterling Homes. homeisrivercrest.ca

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Trending | explore CoChrane

Fireside of Cochrane

Life in a Western toWn! things to see and do in CoChrane

by PePPer rodriguez

With its blend of authentic western heritage and modern amenities, sitting on the gateway to Kananaskis and all the recreational opportunities it presents, as well as the everyday majestic views of the Bow River and Rocky Mountains that never get old, the Town of Cochrane is truly like no other.

Throw in an ever-increasing variety of new housing options and you’ve got the makings of a great little community to live in. Which makes it easy to understand why so many new residents – already close to 30,000 - and businesses are flocking here year after year.

But despite its rapid growth, Cochrane’s small-town charm and tight-knit community spirit are 32 New Home + Condo Guide | Nov. 12–Dec. 10, 2021

what residents love so much about it. Nichole Holden, who moved to Cochrane’s young community of Heartland in 2013 says this is what drew her here.

“I come from a small town in central Alberta and I grew up with this strong sense of community, and this is exactly what I found here in Cochrane, particularly in Heartland. This is where I want to raise my family,” she tells Calgary New Home + Condo Guide.

Heartland by Apex Developments is just one of the dynamic, young communities that have made Cochrane so appealing to new home buyers, especially young families. There is also La Vita Land’s Fireside and

The Willows in south Cochrane; Precedence at Riversong by Tamani; Sunset Ridge by Melcor Developments; and Rivercrest

by Qualico Communities. All are relatively new communities where buyers can find a home to fit their lifestyle at an affordable price.

CoChrane living

Fireside was designed to please the family. There are 32- acres of parks and pathways connecting the community, drawing people together. Flagstone Park is a getaway for families, with a full playground for the kids and benches and picnic areas for parents to keep an eye on young ones while talking with friends

and neighbours. Families will find the community has their future in mind. Laned, front-drive, duplex and townhomes are available.

While the master-planned community of Heartland on Cochrane’s west side has grown rapidly with new amenities adding to its easy-living nature, and the addition of more home types and a new homebuilder means a greater range of choices for buyers.

Daytona Homes is the latest to join Heartland’s homebuilder group and they will be offering frontdrive homes with their signature innovation and flair they are known for. They will be opening their showhome early next year.

One of the newest communities in Cochrane is Rivercrest. It is jointly developed by Slokker Communities and Qualico Communities and boasts some of the best views in town.

“Rivercrest offers a community that is both beautiful, and in a great location,” Slokker Homes president Peter Paauw said. “You can see the Rockies from the community, and some homes will even have views of the Bow River and Rocky Mountains.”

Horse Creek Candy Shop

Heartland Half Hitch

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Cochrane’s Main Street in the downtown is perhaps its most famous landmark, but for those unfamiliar with it, Nichole says there is more to enjoy in this Western Heritage town than just McKay’s ice cream.

One of its most beloved landmarks is the Glenbow Ranch, which has 3,200 acres of native fescue grassland and is also an active cattle ranch. Enjoy stunning vistas, rolling hills, and spot the occasional cowboy as you explore nearly 40 kms of paved and shale path.

But Nichole says enjoying nature in Cochrane is even easier. “You can just go out your backyard and hit the pathways and trails around the neighbourhood and you’re already surrounded by nature,” she

says. “The recent opening of the pedestrian crossing to the river from Heartland makes this even much easier and enjoyable.”

Cochrane’s Main Street has a vast array of quaint local shops, but one of the most easily recognizable is the Horse Creek Heritage Candy and Gifts shop. It is a quaint throwback to the town’s pioneering history. Horse Creek is now proudly serving Enceladus Chocolates!

Gourmet Belgian chocolates, locally made in small batches.

Every Western Heritage town needs a saloon, and you can’t be anymore homegrown than family owned and operated Half Hitch Brewing. It’s a restaurant that has become known for its popular line of craft beer that includes the Papa Bear Canadian cereal ale, and the Fire ‘N Fury red ale. nexthome.ca 33

Trending

Personality and order: interior finishings and style

Douglas by Homes by Avi

You found your dream home – the size, the floorplan, the community – everything is perfect. But how do you make it your own?

Homebuilders offer a variety of ways that their clients can “personalize” the home to fit their tastes and needs, and a big part of it is giving a wide leeway in the choice of finishings. Does one go with luxury vinyl plank or hardwood for flooring; granite, quartz or other stone materials for countertops; matte or glossy finish cabinetry? The list goes on.

There is a lot riding on the decisions homebuyers make at this stage of the new homebuilding process, where buyers go through every combination of flooring, countertops, cabinetry, etc. Which goes best with what? You have to sweat the small stuff to achieve the best results.

Homebuilders have mastered the process that allows their clients to come up with the best selections that fit their tastes, but it’s also helpful to know the choices that are open to you and what current trends are.

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We spoke with some of Calgary’s best homebuilders to find out what’s new and give readers a rare insight on what to expect when it comes to this stage of building a new home.

Flooring

It all starts with the floor. It takes up most of what is visible, especially along the main floor, not to mention that it gets the most use. So, it’s imperative to get this right. And many are turning to luxury vinyl plank to provide the style and sturdiness. It mimics the look of hardwood but is of a more durable easier to style material.

Julie Punter, Manager of Show Home Selections and Presentation at Homes by Avi says luxury vinyl plank (LVP) remains to be the popular choice, but luxury vinyl tile (LVT) is coming in strong too.

“Light tones of LVP have been very popular over the last few years and will continue to be a popular choice moving into next year.”

She thinks it will remain the popular choice over

hardwood for a number of reasons. “One being the cost, but also the durability that it offers. With people’s busy lifestyles with pets, kids and constant changes in weather here in Alberta it offers something that hardwood doesn’t, and that’s water resistance. We definitely sell more luxury vinyl than hardwood these days. Colours, styles and patterns have become vast in its options.”

LVP has also become a top option for upper floors too, says Tricha Hamstra, Senior Interior Designer at Shane Homes Group of Companies. “People just love the hassle-free maintenance of LVP,” she says.

“However, there are still a large majority of people that are choosing carpet because it is more budgetfriendly. We are seeing a lot of people choose a patterned carpet with a lower pile over the more plush and higher pile carpets. This way you still get a plush floor but do not see the traditional traffic marks like normal cut pile carpet can sometimes show,” Hamstra says.

At Hopewell Residential’s DesignSense, LVP is also king not just for its affordability but because it is constantly evolving, says DesignSense Manager, Diane Chrusciel. “The tones, textures and sheens of LVP are incredibly realistic and the durability is second to none.”

Chrusciel does note that timeless classics, like marble, are also holding strong for tile on the floors and walls. “Handmade tiles are making a resurgence with a strong focus on sustainability and natural elements.”

She also is seeing a return of an old favourite.

“Floor pattern nostalgia is coming in hot for 2022! We have seen a resurgence of herringbone, parquetted, chevron and more recently houndstooth. These patterns replay a large emphasis on character.”

Luna by Hopewell Residential CounTerTops

Countertops have a huge influence in establishing the look of kitchens and bathrooms. They can impact the style of the room. There are plenty of materials to choose from, such as natural stone like granite, engineered material like quartz, or even the more affordable laminate.

Quartz has dominated recently because it is sturdier and less porous than granite and is easier to keep the surface relatively bacteria-free.

“Quartz is still proving to be the more popular choice of countertop,” says Homes by Avi’s Punter.

“With lots of options in styles in solids and even marble or granite look-a-likes. Our go-to laminate choice for show homes is a simple white.” Their latest front-drive Jefferson showhome in the new community of Lanark in Airdrie shows how

Hawthorne by Homes by Avi

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countertops can pack a punch in style with their double kitchen island option.

Hamstra says although quartz is definitely more popular, Shane Homes still gets customers who prefer granite for their more natural look. “Laminate countertops can be a great choice for an area like a workstation. It is very easily scrubbed or washed, and ultimately warmer to the touch as well.”

BaCksplash

The kitchen backsplash is essential in complementing the countertop, and the easiest way to do this, according to Chrusciel is to have the same material continue from the countertop to the wall.

“A huge trend we love is the slab backsplash. Taking the countertop material up the wall. ‘Laminam’ is one of these slab surfaces that offers a vast selection of colours and surface effect to fit any décor,” she says. “It can be used on many different surfaces from countertops to backsplashes, to floors. Very versatile and a site of the senses.”

She adds that glazed tile backsplash is easy to clean and reflect light and come in many different shapes and styles. “One of the more popular looks is the “picket” style which can be found in our Arbour Lake West showhome.”

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Cabinetry provides the essential storage space any growing family needs, but it has to look nice too. The two-tone kitchen has become an easy way to add flair to the home, and cabinetry plays an important part in the scheme.

“We do a lot of painted and Thermafoil cabinets.

The fun thing about now is that it is all about the mixing of cabinets, colours woods and styles. Sunset Ridge Hawthorne show home and Lanark Jefferson are good examples of fun tile options and cabinet mixing colours,” Homes by Avi’s Punter says.

Hopewell’s Chrusciel says they also love mixing cabinets. “Whether it be cabinetry profiles and finishes. We love how mixing 2-3 cabinets defines zones and demands attention.”

She also points out that wood kitchens are enjoying a bit of a revival. “Pale soft tones, subtle grain and unpainted wood are stunning and a firm classic. Thermofoil cabinets have come a long way.

Our supplier has many great options to choose from.

We were blown away at how far thermofoil has come.

The current product lines are impressive in colour, sheen, texture and profile options.”

Chrusciel suggests visiting their showhomes in Arbour Lake West – particularly the Luna – to see many of the finishing options she mentions here. One to look forward to will be their Belmora showhome scheduled to open early 2022 in Montrose, High River.

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By: Bordeaux Developments Builders: Baywest Homes, Sterling Homes, Wolverine Custom Homes okotoksranchersrise.com

By: Dream Development Builder: Lifestyle Homes, Red Door Homes escapethecity.ca

2. DRAKE LANDING By: Anthem United Builders: Lifestyle Homes, Sterling Homes, Prominent Homes drakeunited.com

3. MOUNTAINVIEW By: Apex Developments Builders: Sterling Homes, Excel Homes mountainviewokotoks.com

5. D’ARCY By: Anthem United Builders: Morrison Homes, Partners Development Group, Pacesetter by Sterling Homes, Trico Homes darcyokotoks.com

6. WEDDERBURN By: Anthem United Builders: Prominent Homes, Sterling Homes, Trico Homes wedderburnokotoks.com

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Trending | Cozy Holiday enTerTaining

Table Setting

spreading warmtH and welcome for the

Holidays

by PePPer rodriguez

The Holidays just haven’t been the same since the pandemic last year, and though some limitations for gatherings have been eased this year, some caution should still be exercised for the greater good. But that doesn’t mean celebrations can’t be warm and welcoming, if a little bit more intimate.

The team at Calgary’s Designers Edge takes a look at how we can still achieve a glam look over the Christmas season with a focus on bold colour and a cozier look.

“Just because the world has gone through some changes, does not mean the holidays are cancelled,” says Designers Edge President Danielle Paul.

“We are looking forward to a safe and happy holiday season! The combination of warm textures and bold colour in your holiday home decor can ensure that this Christmas is cozy and entertaining!”

Designers Edge (DE) has become a leading voice in interior décor in Calgary and counts among their clients several of the city’s top homebuilders. Their 38 New Home + Condo Guide | Nov. 12–Dec. 10, 2021

work can be seen in a wide range of single-family and multi-family showhomes and custom private homes.

Danielle and the team at Designers Edge talked with Calgary New Home + Condo Guide to come up with expert tips on how to achieve a safe and glamourous Holiday celebration with family and a few friends.

Zoom Christmas parties may still be the order of the day, but it helps if you can have a stylishly festive background around you. And one can always raise Christmas spirits – literally – with their suggestion of Christmas-themed cocktails.

1. What is the most important tip for a safe but stylish holiday entertaining and how can you achieve this through décor?

DE Team: It is important to remember that staying safe while sharing intimate moments with family is a priority. One way to achieve this during the Christmas season is through how the table is set for dinner. We suggest serving small individual side dishes for each

DE Team

person that are filled with gravy, cranberry sauce and all your other sides. This can be done without compromising the décor and design of your table setting. The small dishes set around the place mat remains cohesive with the overall aesthetic. To add to this, we incorporated a wood cutting board as the centerpiece while layering some greenery to make the table look lively. In preparing food, you can lead by example while still creating a festive aesthetic.

Friends and family can still join in festivities while being in the comfort of their own home. Each person partaking prepares a list of ingredients of a Christmas themed cocktail or mocktail of their choice to share with everyone else. Through a group video call, each person takes their turn hosting a Master Class and demonstrates how to create their personalized concoction with everyone following along step by step. Go the extra mile by styling a bar cart for the occasion! We bring in the use of decanters, glassware, and greenery to style the cart while elevating an area of the home.

2. any new trends in holiday décor this year?

What’s the colour trend?

DE Team: Neutrals never go out of season! This year we see brown and black being a foundation, and dark colours with metallics as the focus. A rich, dark green contrasts with gold in our Christmas décor this year! Some warmth, bold colour and sparkle –

Danielle

you get it all! With these being the focal trend in our décor, filtering in neutrals through wood materials would add extra warmth to the home. Christmas tends to bring out the crafty side in most people, so this year we see more and more soft materials prevail in décor. This includes yarn, velvets, pampas leather and felt to make into things such as wreaths, ornaments, and so on. nexthome.ca 39

Bar Cart

Vignette 3. Which room would you concentrate entertaining in? dining room and great room would be obvious but how about foyers, flex rooms or half-baths?

DE Team: Christmas is an exciting time of year and there is no shame in going all out on decorating different areas of the home! We make the living room and dining room a priority in holiday decorating since most of the time will be spent in these areas. It should be decorated to be the most festive while entertaining guests. Fabrics are an easy way to make a room feel cozy and they can be used in many different applications. Christmas tree skirts are rising in popularity to hide the base and our take on making one is using a green crushed velvet fabric from Maxwell Fabrics. Crushed velvet suggests warmth, luxury and Maxwell Fabrics in Calgary has a variety of colours to pick from. Aside 40

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from a tree skirt, fabrics can be custom ordered to make drapery and throws!

Mantles, bookcases and more! Shelves are often throughout the home in some shape or form, so knowing how to style these areas will help make the home more festive for entertaining. Greenery is the number one staple during the season as it warms up the space with its calming effect. You can mix metallics with dark greenery and have them loosely sitting on a shelf or gathered in the form of a garland. The more the better! The biggest advantages to getting faux greenery, is that it’s local and can be picked up right here in Calgary from Silk Plant Warehouse, but also that it never dies! Plus, the variety in colours and availability of flocking or metallics is unlike what you can get from real greenery. We enjoy keeping it for the next year and filling in new colours or branches to suit a completely different look.

4. as long as we are limited in the number of guests we can invite over, are there any tips you have in creating a festive yet intimate entertaining for such small groups?

DE Team: For most of us, the living room is where we have the most memorable moments. Everyone gathers here to open gifts, share stories, and have hot beverage on the floor surrounding the coffee table. Creating a laid-back atmosphere will encourage people to come together and this can be done through styling the

areas you want more attraction to. Is there a fireplace mantle? What about a coffee table? How does the Christmas tree interact with all these focal points?

We gravitate to unique, custom-made items that go along with the season. Whether it be for décor or for gifts, we go to LETHRBAR in Calgary for all our leather creations! We had some leather gift tags made from LETHRBAR to personalize gifts. They can also make décor, such as ornaments, coasters, or napkin rings, to add a touch of personality and warmth to the Christmas décor!

5. Tips where to get best holiday décor locally?

DE Team: We rely heavily on our suppliers in our home designs, and it doesn’t stop with Christmas décor! Here are a few supportive local businesses that assist us in creating our vision.

SILk PLANT WAREHOuSE – Greenery and silk plants are available all year round!

MAxWELL FABRICS – With a showroom in Calgary, it is made easy to see all the options of fabric to make into your custom piece.

LETHRBAR – Custom, handmade goods are favourable during this season because you know care has been put into the product and it is made unique!

These local businesses never let us down when we need something to fit our interior décor and you may be surprised what they can offer during the Christmas season! nexthome.ca 41

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