Ottawa New Home + Condo Guide – December 5, 2020

Ottawa Dec. 5, 2020–Jan. 2, 2021

The first and only complete guide to pre-construction homes and condos

The winners of the Greater Ottawa Home Builders’ Association’s

37th ANNUAL HOUSING DESIGN AWARDS

INSIDE:

DÉCOR AND DESIGN NEWS

LEGAL ADVICE FOR NEW HOMEBUYERS

starting from $500’s

starting from $500’s

DEC. 5, 2020–JAN. 2, 2021 | VOLUME 20, ISSUE 20

CONTENTS

CHIEF REVENUE OFFICER

Jacky Hill Jacky.Hill@nexthome.ca EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Susan Legge Susan.Legge@nexthome.ca CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Sara Duck MEDIA CONSULTANT

Julie DeBoer 613.875.6673 julie.deboer@nexthome.ca SALES & MARKETING CO-ORDINATORS

Gary Chilvers Vi Nguyen DISTRIBUTION

distributionteam@nexthome.ca ACCOUNTING INQUIRIES

accountingteam@nexthome.ca DIRECTOR OF PRINT MEDIA

Lauren Reid–Sachs GRAPHIC DESIGNER & ASSISTANT MANAGER

Alicesa Pullan GRAPHIC DESIGNER & PRE-PRESS COORDINATOR

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The winners OF THE 37TH ANNUAL GOHBA HOUSING DESIGN AWARDS

NEWS + ADVICE

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Self-care gifts for under $100

#InsideOttawa News and events from across the Ottawa newhome and condo market

BY SARA DUCK

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Legally Speaking COVID-19 and the Agreement of Purchase and Sale

IN EVERY ISSUE

Personal Finance

30 New Home & Condo Developments

Outlook 2021: Where are mortgage rates next year

34 What’s Online

BY JAYSON SCHWARZ

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BY JESSE ABRAMS

INSPIRATION

20 Top 10 Stylish bar carts

BY SARA DUCK

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Home Finds The latest trends for the season

BY JULIE DEBOER

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When it comes to where we prefer to live — be it an urban, suburban or rural setting — that number seems to be evenly split according to the 2021 RE/MAX Housing Market Outlook Report.

Roughly three in 10 Canadians prefer to live in each area, according to RE/MAX, and the numbers show that suburban markets across the country are being impacted by out-oftown buyers as a result of the demand.

In fact, move-up buyers are expected to continue to drive market activity in the year ahead, particularly in the Ottawa area which has seen a massive spike in the demand for luxury (meaning larger) homes in the suburbs.

Interestingly, a new breed of buyer, called the “move-over buyer” is also looking for more space, and they are willing to move away from the city to get it. Move-over buyers are different than move-up buyers for just that reason — they are willing to move well outside of the city to find what they want — a balance of affordability, lots of square footage, and access to amenities and infrastructure.

If you’re in the market for a new home during this unprecedented time, I advise you call ahead to make an appointment before you visit. Many representatives will be available virtually or may be able to conduct a socially distanced visit.

The builder directory at the back of this issue can help you with any contact information you may need.

As this is our final issue of 2020, we wish you happy holidays and hope to see you next year. Please drop us a line! We’d love to hear your ideas and recommendations about articles you’d like to see in future issues.

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#InsideOttawa Ottawa

by JULIE DEBOER

Ottawa

IF YOU VISIT CLARIDGE HOMES’ new sales centre for River’s Edge in Riverside South at 42 Andromeda Rd., you’ll see this home — the stunning Kawartha model. Situated on a 45-ft. lot, the design is also available in Claridge’s other communities: Lilythorne, Spring Valley Trails, Sundance and Westwood. claridgehomes.com

Cardel’s Pyjama Patrol continues Cardel Homes in Ottawa is teaming up with Pyjama Patrol to make sure that no child, no matter what age, goes to bed without a cozy pair of jammies. You can drop off your donations during office hours at the Blackstone sales office at 106 Westphalian Ave., Kanata or the Miller’s Crossing sales office in Carleton Place at 2 Flegg Way until December 20. If those locations don’t work for you, visit www.pyjamapatrol.com to find other drop off locations. Tag, PM or email Cardel a picture while you’re donating at one of their locations for a chance to win a $150 Home Depot gift card. cardelhomes.com 6

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Magic of the Season Contest

eQ Homes’ Make-A-Wish donations ending soon eQ Homes has donated to Make-A-Wish each holiday season for the last three years through their eQ Toy Drive. This year they adopted the special wish of a local child battling a critical illness, setting the goal of raising $10,000 by December 5 for its Make-A-Wish 24 Days of Wishes campaign. They will match donations until they reach the goal. Please visit https://eqhomes.ca/eqmakeawish/ to help grant a wish today!

eQ Homes announced its Magic of the Season contest recently.

The team is looking for the best pictures of you and your family enjoying the winter season. Things like decorating your house, making holiday crafts, supporting local businesses or enjoying winter activities and sports. Post your photos for a chance to win a one-car ticket to Magic of Lights at Wesley Clover Parks. Here’s how it works: • Follow eQ Homes on Facebook and Instagram • Post your best photos and tag eQ Homes • (Optional) Tag a friend you want to bring along to Magic of Lights • Include the hashtag #eQHomes • Each post counts as one entry. You may enter as often as you like • Two winners will be announced weekly until December 15

Glenview Homes has you covered Valecraft gives back, and you can too Glenview Homes’ Sales Consultant Jamie Langdon was happy to read about their new model home, The Madison, and the company’s philosophical pillars in the Nov. 21 issue of NH&CG. A few townhomes are still available at Flagstaff so be sure to reach out to Jamie for more info. You can register with Glenview for updates on this and all of Glenview’s upcoming communities. glenviewhomes.com

Valecraft is giving back by supporting those in need in our local communities with its Socks, Toques & Mitten Drive and Food Drive at its head office in Orléans.

We all need to do our best this season to give help where needed. This can be as simple as donating a nonperishable item to your local grocery store’s food drive or bringing a bag of items to your local food bank.

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Snowsuits for kids eQ Homes was one of the many proud sponsors of The Snowsuit Fund which urged people to donate to this local cause by dropping off a lightly used snowsuit by the end of November.

Visit snowsuitfund.com to find out how you can help.

Working for #abettertomorrow Rahul Kochar (right) of Phoenix Homes was happy to support their friends at @capitalprintersottawa with their pledge for #abettertomorrow. The company has been busy this fall collecting donations for The Ottawa Food Bank.

Christmas craft sales WHERE

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Glebe Craft & Artisan Fair Online

Online

events.gnag.ca/craft

Ottawa School of Art

Until Dec. 13

35 George Street, Ottawa

Holiyay Virtual Craft Marketplace

Aberdeen Pavilion

Metcalfe Christmas Farmer’s Market 1448 Meadow Drive, Greely

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This year’s event will be an online catalogue of wonderful crafters, set up as a LookBook where the maker is promoted and the client links to the makers site, connecting directly from the comfort of the shopper’s home. The online catalogue will be open until December 25 and features all homemade items from local vendors.

The Downtown Campus Gallery is pleased to present its 36th Annual Holiday Fundraising Art Sale. The exhibition features a wide range of original, unique and affordable works of art created by the students, instructors and alumni of the School in a wide variety of media, sizes and prices.

Online until Dec. 24

Holiyay virtual craft market until December 24. All the goods from the vendors will be on one easy-to-shop site and available for local same day delivery or ship across Canada. There is a series of workshops, live music, virtual Santa photo booth, Ottawa gift guides and food partners.

This is not just about shopping - but exploring local creative culture.

Sat/Sun 9am to 3pm until Dec. 20

This holiday season, the Ottawa Farmers’ Market will feature 60+ vendors at the Lansdowne Market, with both agricultural vendors and vendors who will have holidaythemed goods and gifts for purchase. COVID-19 safety measures will be in effect in this indoor market for the safety of vendors and visitors alike.

freewheelingcraft.com

December Farmers’ Market

INFO

Dec. 19 9am to 4pm

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Located at the Greely Community Centre, there will be approximately 30 vendors social distanced from each other. With COVID-19 safety protocols in effect, it’s a great way to shop and support local.

2020 Housing

Design Awards THE OTTAWA HOUSING INDUSTRY CELEBRATES ITS STARS

The Greater Ottawa Home Builders’ Association (GOHBA) livestreamed its membership’s top talent via YouTube during the 37th Annual Housing Design Awards on November 20.

“Despite challenges from COVID-19, GOHBA members have worked hard to continue delivering high-quality, beautiful work,” says Linda Oliveri Blanchard, Chairperson of the Housing Design Awards. “While we usually hold the annual awards at a large gala, this year we’re taking the event online.”

In the pages ahead is a selection of winning entries as well as a full list of winners.

To see all of the winning photos (while enjoying the comedic antics of host James Cunningham), watch the awards show online by visiting gohba. ca/housing-design-awards and click on the link.

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Every challenge presents an opportunity for our industry to show just how innovative it is — GOHBA Executive Director Jason Burggraaf

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PRODUCTION HOME: SINGLE DETACHED under $600K WINNER: The Springfield Phoenix Homes

PRODUCTION HOME: SINGLE DETACHED $600K to $700K WINNER: The Newington Phoenix Homes

CONDO OR RENTAL APARTMENT SUITE 676 sq. ft. or more WINNER: The Stella Phoenix Homes

PRODUCTION HOME: ATTACHED 2,000 sq. ft. or less WINNER: The Whitney Townhome Claridge Homes

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Each and every project in the awards list this year deserves recognition, and we’re excited to showcase the best of the best — Linda Oliveri Blanchard, Chair, Housing Design Awards

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NEW COMMUNITY Underway WINNER: Greystone Village eQ Homes with Hobin Architecture Incorporated

PRODUCTION BATHROOM WINNER: The Oliver Ensuite eQ Homes with West of Main and The Cabinet Connection

SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: Production Builder of the Year WINNER: eQ Homes

PRODUCTION HOME: ATTACHED 2,001 sq. ft. or more WINNER: The Bassett Valecraft Homes Ltd.

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PRODUCTION HOME: SINGLE DETACHED $750,001 and over WINNER: The Hampton Minto Communities Inc. with Tanya Collins Design

PRODUCTION KITCHEN 176 sq. ft. or more WINNER: The Hampton Kitchen Minto Communities Inc. with Laurysen Kitchens Ltd. and Tanya Collins Design

INNOVATION AWARD: Green Production Home of the Year WINNER: Trail to Milan Corvinelli Homes

PRODUCTION KITCHEN 175 sq. ft. or less WINNER: Beauty in Blue Notte Talos Custom Homes with Laurysen Kitchens Ltd.

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ADDITIONAL WINNERS NOT-FOR-PROFIT PROJECT WINNER: Keeping Families Close Lagois Design Build Renovate with Deslaurier Custom Cabinets

CUSTOM KITCHEN 175 sq. ft. or less WINNER: It’s Always Sunny Amsted Design-Build

HOUSING DETAILS WINNER: 2020 Art Deco Foyer Christopher Simmonds Architect with RND Construction Ltd.

CUSTOM HOME 3,000 sq. ft. or less WINNER: The Homecoming Gordon Weima Design Builder

CUSTOM KITCHEN: TRADITIONAL 176 to 250 sq. ft.

WINNER: Coffered Comfort Deslaurier Custom Cabinets with Maple Leaf Custom Homes

ANY ROOM IN THE HOUSE WINNER: 2020 Art Deco Living Space Christopher Simmonds Architect with RND Construction Ltd.

CUSTOM HOME 3,001 sq. ft. or more WINNER: T-House Nowacki Homes CUSTOM URBAN HOME 3,000 sq. ft. or less WINNER: DASH Home Kariouk Architects CUSTOM URBAN HOME: CONTEMPORARY 3,001 sq. ft. or more WINNER: Reclaimed Modern Brick House Casa Verde Construction with Flynn Architect Inc. CUSTOM URBAN HOME: SEMI-DETACHED WINNER: Hidden Gem on the Lane Hobin Architecture Incorporated RENOVATION under $100K WINNER: 160 Balmoral RND Construction Ltd. with Tanya Collins Design RENOVATION $100,001 to $200,000 WINNER: Ross Haus 25:8 Architecture + Urban Design RENOVATION $200,001 to $350,000 WINNER: McLeod Textures Shean Architects Inc. with Tomic Construction RENOVATION $350,001 to $550,000 WINNER: Raising the Roof!

Sierra Gate Homes RENOVATION $550,001 and over WINNER: Sandy Hill Heritage Home Sanchez Homes BASEMENT RENOVATION WINNER: For the love of books Just Basements

CUSTOM KITCHEN: CONTEMPORARY 176 to 250 sq. ft.

WINNER: Dazzling and Durable Amsted Design-Build CUSTOM KITCHEN 251 sq. ft or more $75K and under WINNER: 21st Century Farmhouse Kitchen Neoteric Developments Inc. CUSTOM KITCHEN: TRADITIONAL 251 sq. ft or more $75,001 and over John Laurysen Memorial Trophy WINNER: Fearless MeetsTimeless Astro Design Centre CUSTOM KITCHEN: CONTEMPORARY 251 sq. ft. or more $75,001 and over WINNER: Ironstone Kitchen Sonya Kinkade Design CUSTOM BATHROOM 100 sq. ft. or less WINNER: A Dream Escape ARTium Design Build CUSTOM BATHROOM: TRADITIONAL 101 sq. ft. or more WINNER: Master Retreat Lagois Design Build Renovate CUSTOM BATHROOM: CONTEMPORARY 101 sq. ft. or more WINNER: Polished and Peaceful Casa Verde Construction with Flynn Architect Inc. BATHROOM: POWDER ROOM WINNER: Modern Treasure Powder Room Neoteric Developments Inc.

BEST HOME OFFICE WINNER: Where Dreams are Made Gordon Weima Design Builder EXTERIOR DETAILS WINNER: Contemporary, Rustic Exterior Details Casa Verde Construction with Flynn Architect Inc. EXTERIOR LIVING SPACE WINNER: Chateau Culinary Retreat Stylehaus Interiors with Terra Nova Building Corporation ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD WINNER: Big Rideau Lakehouse Christopher Simmonds Architect INNOVATION AWARD: Green Custom Home of the Year WINNER: Spruce Grove RND Construction Ltd. with Christopher Simmonds Architect INNOVATION AWARD: Green Building of the Year WINNER: 1290 Coldrey Avenue Ottawa Community Housing with CSV Architects SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: Custom Builder of the Year WINNER: Gordon Weima Design Builder SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: Designer of the Year WINNER: Sascha Lafleur West of Main SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: Renovator of the Year WINNER: RND Construction Ltd. OTTAWA CITIZEN PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD WINNER: Elle’s WC by Greenmark Builders Inc. nexthome.ca 13

ADVICE | LEGALLY SPEAKING

COVID-19 AND THE AGREEMENT OF PURCHASE AND SALE

JACQUELINE MONETA, JD, & JAYSON SCHWARZ, LLM COVID-19 has created a unique situation in the real estate market, not only for the buyer and seller, but also for realtors, mortgage brokers and lawyers. The current restrictions and limitations necessary to comply with physical distancing are having a direct impact on a buyer’s experience.

Showings are conducted virtually, meetings with brokers and lawyers take place over Zoom, and everyone is working remotely.

As a solution to some of these challenges, many real estate agents are now including COVID-19 clauses in Agreements of Purchase and Sale. But how do these clauses protect the parties and what should you look out for?

COVID-19 clauses in Agreements of Purchase and Sale are meant to protect the parties from delays and interruptions to their deal caused by issues relating to COVID-19, including illness, self-isolation or delays with third parties.

However, a COVID-19 clause, which is not carefully drafted and reviewed, may cause unnecessary confusion or delay.

Consider, for example, a common clause which contemplates an extension of a real estate transaction where either party is subject to a mandatory COVID-19 quarantine and the agreement is automatically extended, at the request of either party, for a period of 14 days.

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This clause doesn’t consider a situation where a party is still sick after 14 days or where a party has to stay in isolation as other members of their household remain COVID positive. In addition, most people self-isolate voluntarily, rather than it being mandatory. Would this put a party, who is self-isolating to mitigate the risk of exposure or transmission to others, in breach of the agreement? And what if the party was able to close the deal remotely, using audio-video technology?

Would they be able to delay the transaction due to a quarantine despite their ability to close?

So, what if your real estate agent includes a COVID-19 clause in an offer, or you receive one from a potential buyer? Discuss the clause carefully with your agent and seek the advice of your real estate lawyer before signing the agreement. It’s important to disclose what you are hoping to achieve should an unexpected situation arise.

Certainly, there are ways to protect both the buyer and the seller from complications which may arise as a result of COVID-19.

But it’s important that buyers and sellers are aware of the potential pitfalls with these clauses before

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including them in any contract or Agreement of Purchase and Sale.

The world as we know it has changed, and we must change with it. Protect yourself and your family by speaking to an experienced real estate lawyer, and they will guide you properly and protect you to the exclusion of all others from the dangers brought forward

by COVID-19.

A good real estate lawyer should also ensure you have a will or Power of Attorney. The minute any real estate deal is firm, ensure that at a minimum you have a Power of Attorney in place in the event that you are physically or mentally unable to complete the transaction.

You must protect your family and yourself.

Jayson Schwarz LLM and Jacqueline Moneta are with Schwarz Law LLP. To suggest topics for future columns or ask questions, visit schwarzlaw.ca or email info@schwarzlaw.ca.

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ADVICE | PERSONAL FINANCE

OUTLOOK 2021 WHERE MORTGAGE RATES ARE HEADED NEXT YEAR JESSE ABRAMS Mortgage rates have been a popular topic of conversation among Canadians, as they have continued to drop over the last 20 years – especially this year. Although rates temporarily increased above the three-per-cent mark at the beginning of 2019, they quickly came back down by the end of the year. Adding a global pandemic into the mix, and we have seen rates consistently drop for the majority of 2020. Given that the housing market in Canada is a keystone to the economy, the Bank of Canada has stepped in to purchase mortgage bonds, which lowered interest rates to stimulate homebuying. Today, as we continue to navigate through this pandemic, mortgage rates continue to sit at record lows.

WHERE WILL RATES GO IN 2021?

During normal times, interest rates can be impacted by a series of social, political and economic factors, as well as rate changes from our U.S. neighbours. For example, the five-year Canada bond yield recently increased six basis points to 0.46 per cent on positive news of a potential COVID-19 vaccine and Joe Biden’s presidential win.

Oftentimes, increases in bond yields are a leading indicator of rate increases. Conversely, in a pandemic environment, where unemployment is high and economic growth is weak, interest rates tend to be lower to stimulate homebuying, which is what we’ve seen over this last year. As a result, the government introduced a series of stimulus 16

efforts that have led to consistent interest rate decreases.

As we head into 2021, the outlook remains uncertain, as the prospect of a viable vaccine has made things a little more optimistic than expected. If this vaccine works and decreases the number of COVID-19 cases in the first half of the new year, this could increase employment and positive sentiment in the marketplace, while decreasing the need for stimulus efforts. In this scenario, this could lead to slightly higher rates, but nothing too drastic, as recovery takes time.

Given the effect COVID-19 has had on Canadians and the marketplace at large, it’s unlikely we’ll see major changes in interest rates as we head into the new year. Instead, it’s more likely that we will see stability and maybe slight increases or decreases based on seasonality.

SHOULD YOU BUY NOW WHILE RATES ARE LOW, OR WAIT?

If you’re ready to buy a home, you shouldn’t let rates be the main determining factor. The truth is, no one has a crystal ball and you could find yourself spending more money by waiting things out. Home prices have consistently gone up over the last 20 years, and rates can unexpectedly increase at any time, so waiting for a decrease in interest rates might actually cost you more.

That’s why the best thing to do is buy a home when you’re ready, and really focus on locking in a holistic full-feature mortgage that will save you the most money.

CONSIDER KEY FEATURES WITH YOUR MORTGAGE

While being conscious of interest

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rates is astute, you also want to take into consideration the features of your mortgage. Having a full-feature mortgage that includes prepayment privileges and low penalties is essential. It’s one of the best ways to save more money in the long-run and provide more flexibility with your mortgage. While a rate can save you hundreds, key features can save you thousands. Choosing the wrong lender or option can leave you with high penalties if you ever need to break your mortgage, whether you’re refinancing or selling your home. Further, these penalties can cost you tens of thousands of dollars. That’s one of the reasons why our team at Homewise works with more than 30 banks and lenders. We actively shop around for borrowers to find them the best tailored options and provide a holistic view of what’s available to ensure cost savings today and into the future.

At the end of the day, there is an old adage that says, “The best time to buy a home was yesterday.”

Cheeky lines aside, trying to time the market is never a simple science.

While rates could fluctuate in the coming months and years, a home is a long-term decision. So, it’s important to buy when you are ready and consider all variables.

Jesse Abrams is Co-Founder at Homewise, a mortgage advisory and brokerage firm. thinkhomewise.com

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INSPIRATION |

ROLL with it

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Putnam MID-CENTURY BAR CART in gold by Linon. $199.97. walmart.ca

by SARA DUCK

Keep the party going in any room with one of these stylish bar carts on wheels

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ASTORIA BAR CART

PRONG GLASS BAR

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JOCKER BAR CART by Plata Import.

BAR CART in black oak.

$449. westelm.ca

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self-care INSPIRATION |

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gifts for less than $100

WHETHER YOU ARE BUYING A GIFT FOR SOMEONE OR TREATING YOURSELF, WE ALL NEED EXTRA TLC THESE DAYS. THESE BUDGET-CONSCIOUS FINDS ARE THE PERFECT FIT

SISAL BODY BRUSH. $14.95. crateandbarrel.ca

Aroma sculpt JILLIAN HARRIS DIFFUSER

by Saje. $94. saje.com

Dual action JADE ROLLER

by Province Apothecary. $44. thedetoxmarket.ca

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Breathe SELF-CARE JOURNAL by Sterling. $22.95. indigo.ca

Infused by nature SCENTED SOY CANDLE in rosemary and mint by Baltic Club for Fabrique 1840. $26. simons.ca

Goopgenes nourishing repair BODY BUTTER by Goop Beauty. $75. sephora.ca

PM DETOX TEA by Tealish. $16.95. tealish.com

WHISTLING KONE KETTLE in sage by Le Creuset. $99.99. kitchensmart.ca

Pure three-in-one HEPA AND AIR PURIFIER by Bblüv. $99.99. amazon.ca

WOMEN’S NAKISKA SLIDE II in British tan. $80. sorelwear.ca

SATIN CHUNKY LACE ROBE in sage green by Never Knew I Needed. $31.50. nkin.ca nexthome.ca 23

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INSPIRATION |

home finds

HOME etc.

While large parties may be on hold for now, don’t let that stop you from creating an inviting space for guests. It’s time to embrace hosting intimate groups in your social bubble. Here’s all the inspiration you need

A great

entertaining

idea is to set up different food and drink stations around your home to encourage mingling and avoid overcrowding one space.

We love how this super-sized,

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WHETHER YOU PREFER COUPES, FLUTES OR STEMLESS, COLOURED CHAMPAGNE GLASSES ARE A FRESH, MODERN UPDATE

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by Oui. $39.50 (set of four). indigo.ca 4 | TWILL CHAMPAGNE FLUTES in pink by Godinger. $53.99 (set of four). bedbathandbeyond.ca 5 | COUPE IN AMBER by Oui. $44.50 (set of four). indigo.ca

MODEST: Chateau des Charmes Brut Sparkling. $25.95. lcbo.com

MINTED: Dom Perignon Brut Rose Vintage Champagne 2006. $347.95. lcbo.com

Champagne for every budget ENJOYING SOME BUBBLY DOESN’T HAVE TO BREAK THE BANK, CONSIDER THESE OPTIONS FOR EVERY BUDGET

MEDIUM: Pol Roger Brut Champagne. $70.65

LET’S GET FIZZICAL: More than 50 bubbly cocktail recipes with Prosecco, Champagne and other Sparkling Wines by Pippa Guy. $18.99. indigo.ca nexthome.ca 27

Creme de la creme

CREAM, ALMOND BUTTER, BEIGE – WHATEVER CREAMY HUE SUITS YOU, THERE ARE A VARIETY OF LIFESTYLE OPTIONS TO INCORPORATE INTO YOUR HOME FAUX FUR THROW $99. hm.com

Vista HEXAGON MIRROR

by Sarah Richardson for Palliser. $399. sarahrichardson.palliser.com

ALMOND BUTTER paint colour. behr.ca

Ridged CERAMIC SERVING BOWL in ivory

by Oui. $29.50. indigo.ca

DISARONNO velvet cream liquor. $32.95. disaronno.com

SVELTI CHAIR in fawn beige. $119. article.com

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NEW HOME & CONDO DEVELOPMENTS

FIND YOUR NEXT HOME These listings offer a comprehensive overview of new-home and condo developments currently available throughout the Greater Ottawa Area and the Gatineau.

Legend: D = Detached SD = Semi–Detached B = Bungalow TH = Townhome TR = Terrace C = Condo = Highlighted listings are advertised in this issue of New Home + Condo Guide. Please refer to page number for more information.

LOCATION

BUILDER

SITE NAME

PROPERTY TYPE

Almonte

Phoenix Homes

White Tail Ridge 1590 Diamondview Rd., Carp

D

–

Almonte

Neilcorp

Mill Run, Marshall’s Bay Meadows

D

Arnprior

Campanale

Callahan Estates

D

Arnprior

Cedarstone Homes

The Fairgrounds

Arnprior

FROM

CONTACT

PG.

West

30

613-470-1336 phoenix.ca

B

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–

$544’s

SD

B

TH

–

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–

neilcorphomes.com

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SD

TH

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campanale.com

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B

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Coming Soon

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SD

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–

–

Mackie Homes

The Fairgrounds

Carleton Place

Cardel

Miller’s Crossing 2 Flegg Way

D

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TH

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Inquire

Carleton Place

Longwood Builders

Coleman Central

D

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–

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Carp

Phoenix Homes

Diamondview Estate 1590 Diamondview Rd., Carp

D

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B

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$534’s

Carp

Mattino Developments

Diamondview Estates

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Kanata

Cardel

Blackstone 106 Westphalian

D

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TH

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Kanata

Claridge

Bridlewood Trails

D

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TH

–

C

2, 3

Coming Soon

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613-253-1959 cardelhomes.com

17

longwoodbuilders.com

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613-470-1336 phoenix.ca

2, 3

mattino.ca

–

Inquire

613-836-9521 cardelhomes.com

17

$362’s

claridgehomes.com

–

Kanata

Mattamy

Blackstone South

D

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TH

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$385’s

mattamyhomes.com

18, 19

Kanata

Mattamy

Connections in Kanata

D

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TH

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$704’s

mattamyhomes.com

18, 19

Kanata

Minto

Arcadia, Morgan’s Creek

D

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TH

TR

–

Inquire

minto.com

–

Kanata

Metric Homes

Trail View

D

–

–

TH

–

–

–

metrichomes.com

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Kanata

Richcraft

Bradley Commons

D

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B

TH

–

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$596’s

richcraft.com

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Kanata

Uniform

Richardson Ridge

D

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TH

–

–

–

uniformdevelopments.com

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Kanata

Urbandale

Bradley Commons

D

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TH

–

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–

urbandaleconstruction.com

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Prospect

Cedarstone Homes

Kings Creek Crossing

D

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–

–

–

cedarstonehomes.com

–

Prospect

Mackie Homes

Kings Creek Crossing

D

–

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–

–

–

–

Richmond

Caivan

Fox Run 302 Meynell Road

D

–

–

–

–

–

Richmond

Cardel

Creekside 764 Kirkham Crescent

D

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Richmond

Cedarstone

Kings Creek, Richmond Oaks

D

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Richmond

Metric Homes

Fox Run

D

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–

–

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mackiehomes.ca

–

Inquire

613-518-2364 caivan.com

15

–

Inquire

613-444-0440 cardelhomes.com

17

–

–

–

cedarstonehomes.com

–

–

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metrichomes.com

–

Legend: D = Detached SD = Semi–Detached B = Bungalow TH = Townhome TR = Terrace C = Condo = Highlighted listings are advertised in this issue of New Home + Condo Guide. Please refer to page number for more information.

LOCATION

BUILDER

SITE NAME

PROPERTY TYPE

Richmond

Mattamy Homes

Richmond Meadows

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–

–

–

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Stittsville

Cardel

EdenWylde 106 Westphalian

D

–

–

TH

–

–

Inquire

Stittsville

Claridge

Westwood

D

–

B

TH

–

–

Stittsville

eQ Homes

Fernbank Crossing 632 Cope Drive

Stittsville

Patten Homes

Stittsville

Richcraft

Stittsville

Tartan

Stittsville Stittsville

D

–

B

Shea Village

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–

Fernbank Crossing, Westwood

D

–

EdenWylde

D

Tamarack

Westwood, Edenwylde

Valecraft

Rathwell Landing

Nepean

Maple Leaf

West Centretown

FROM

CONTACT

PG.

Coming Soon

18, 19

613-435-5704 cardelhomes.com

17

$499’s

claridgehomes.com

–

$566’s

613-404-8075 eqhomes.ca

21

TH

–

C

–

–

–

–

–

Coming Soond

–

B

TH

–

–

$465’s

richcraft.com

–

–

–

TH

–

–

–

tartanhomes.com

–

D

–

B

TH

–

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–

tamarackhomes.com

–

D

–

B

–

–

–

–

valecraft.com

–

The Village at the Schoolyard

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–

–

–

–

–

mapleleafcustomhomes.ca

–

Claridge

Icon

–

–

–

–

–

C

$421

claridgehomes.com

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Centretown

Ashcroft

reResidences

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–

–

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ashcrofthomes.ca

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Centretown

Brad Lamb Realty

SoBa

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–

–

C

–

sobaottawa.com

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Centretown

Claridge

101 on the River

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TH

–

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–

claridgehomes.com

–

613-218-8536 claridgehomes.com

– –

Central

Centretown

Claridge

Claridge Moon

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–

–

–

–

C

Inquire

Centretown Centretown

Claridge

Claridge Royale

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–

–

–

–

C

$319

claridgehomes.com

Richcraft

The Bowery

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–

–

–

–

C

346

richcraft.com

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Centretown

Richcraft

The Charlotte

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–

–

–

–

C

Inquire

thecharlottecondos.com

–

Centretown

Dream Investment

Zibi

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–

–

–

–

–

–

zibi.ca

–

Lowertown

claridgehomes.com

–

613-569-3043

21

uniformdevelopments.com

–

Claridge

Waterstreet

–

–

–

–

–

C

$461

Old Ottawa East

eQ Homes

Greystone Village II 175A Main Street

D

–

–

TH

–

C

Inquire

Old Ottawa East

Uniform

The Avenues

D

–

–

TH

–

–

–

Barrhaven

Caivan

The Conservancy , The Ridge #115-4100 Strandherd Drive

D

–

–

TH

–

–

Inquire

613-518-2364 caivan.com

15

Barrhaven

Mattamy

Half Moon Bay

D

–

–

TH

–

C

$462’s

mattamyhomes.com

18, 19

Barrhaven

Mattamy

Promenade

–

–

–

–

–

–

$389’s

mattamyhomes.com

18, 19

Barrhaven

Phoenix

Junction

–

–

–

TH

–

C

–

Coming Soon

2, 3

Barrhaven

Uniform

Grandview Court

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B

–

–

–

–

uniformdevelopments.com

–

Barrhaven

Minto

Harmony, Quinn’s Pointe

D

–

–

TH

TR

–

Inquire

minto.com

–

Barrhaven

Glenview Homes

Flagstaff

D

–

–

TH

–

–

–

glenviewhomes.com

–

Findlay Creek

Claridge

Sundance

D

–

–

TH

–

–

$516’s

claridgehomes.com

–

Findlay Creek

Claridge

Lilythorne

D

–

B

TH

–

–

$506

claridgehomes.com

–

Findlay Creek

eQ Homes

Pathways at Findlay Creek 122 Dun Skipper Road

D

SD

B

–

–

C

$400’s

613-822-7247 eqhomes.ca

21

South

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Legend: D = Detached SD = Semi–Detached B = Bungalow TH = Townhome TR = Terrace C = Condo = Highlighted listings are advertised in this issue of New Home + Condo Guide. Please refer to page number for more information.

LOCATION

BUILDER

Findlay Creek

Phoenix

SITE NAME Pathways at Findlay Creek 114 Dun Skipper Road

PROPERTY TYPE D

–

B

TH

–

–

Findlay Creek

FROM $400’s

Richcraft

Pathways at Findlay Creek

D

–

–

TH

–

–

$412’s

Findlay Creek

Tartan

Findlay Creek Village

D

–

B

TH

–

–

Findlay Creek

Tamarack

Findlay Creek Village

D

–

–

TH

–

Findlay Creek

HN Homes

Cowan’s Grove

D

–

–

TH

Findlay Creek

Urbandale

Cowan’s Grove

D

–

B

Greely

Phoenix

Shadow Ridge

D

–

Greely

Parkview Homes

Lakeland Meadows

D

Kemptville

eQ Homes

Equinelle 74 eQuinelle Drive

Manotick

eQ Homes

Manotick Manotick

CONTACT 613-219-6862 phoenixhomes.ca

PG. 2, 3

richcraft.com

–

–

tartanhomes.com

–

–

–

tamarackhomes.com

–

–

–

–

hnhomes.com

–

TH

–

–

–

urbandaleconstruction.com

–

B

TH

–

–

Inquire

–

–

–

–

–

–

D

SD

–

TH

–

–

Riverwalk

–

–

B

–

–

Minto

Mahogany

D

–

B

TH

Uniform

Maple Creek Estates

D

–

–

–

Riverside South

Claridge

River’s Edge

D

–

–

TH

Riverside South

Richcraft

Riverside South

D

–

–

Riverside South

HN Homes

Riverside South

D

–

Riverside South

Urbandale

Riverside South

D

Riverside South

Urbandale

Jazz Condos, Allora Condos

ClarenceRockland

eQ Homes

ClarenceRockland

613-823-9227 phoenixhomes.ca

2, 3

parkviewhomes.info

–

$300’s

613-258-6488 eqhomes.ca

21

–

Inquire

613-618-3204 eqhomes.ca

21

–

–

Inquire

minto.com

–

–

–

–

Coming Soon

–

–

–

$516’s

claridghomes.com

–

TH

–

–

$494’s

richcraft.com

–

–

TH

–

–

–

hnhomes.com

–

–

–

TH

–

–

–

urbandaleconstruction.com

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

urbandaleconstruction.com

–

Clarence Crossing 235 L’etang Street

D

–

B

TH

–

C

$385’s

613-862-0167 eqhomes.com

21

Longwood Builders

Morris Village

D

–

B

–

–

–

–

longwoodbuilders.com

–

ClarenceRockland

CH Clement Construction

Morris Village

–

–

–

TH

–

–

–

chclementconstruction.ca

–

Embrun

Devcore

Fauberge Ste–Marie

–

–

–

TH

–

C

–

devcore.ca

–

Embrun

Melanie Construction

Ste–Marie Hamlet

D

–

–

–

–

–

–

melanieconstruction.com

–

Embrun

SACA Homes

Place St. Thomas

D

SD

–

TH

–

–

–

sacahomes.ca

–

Orleans

Ashcroft

Eastboro

D

–

TH

–

–

–

ashcrofthomes.ca

–

Orleans

Brigil

Petrie’s Landing 8865 Jean d’Arc Blvd.

–

–

–

–

–

C

Inquire

613-706-4262 brigil.com

–

Orleans

Caivan

Orleans Village 806 Croissant de Mercier

D

–

B

TH

–

–

Inquire

613-518-2364 caivan.com

15

Orleans

Claridge

Spring Valley Trails

D

–

–

TH

–

–

$300’s

claridgehomes.com

–

Orleans

eQ Homes

Provence 1375 Trim Road

D

–

–

TH

–

–

$450’s

613-355-7863 eqhomes.ca

21

Orleans

Minto

Avalon Encore

D

–

–

TH

–

–

Inquire

minto.com

–

Orleans

Richcraft

Trails Edge, Axis Court

D

–

–

TH

–

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$355’s

richcraft.com

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East

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Legend: D = Detached SD = Semi–Detached B = Bungalow TH = Townhome TR = Terrace C = Condo = Highlighted listings are advertised in this issue of New Home + Condo Guide. Please refer to page number for more information.

LOCATION

BUILDER

SITE NAME

PROPERTY TYPE

Orleans

Mattamy

Jardin Crossing

–

–

–

–

–

–

FROM –

CONTACT Coming Soon

PG. 18, 19

Orleans

Tamarack

Cardinal Creek

D

SD

B

–

–

–

–

tamarackhomes.com

–

Ottawa East

Mattamy

Wateridge Village at Rockliffe

–

–

–

TH

–

–

$429’s

mattamy.com

18, 19

Ottawa East

Mattamy

360 Condos By Mattamy

–

–

–

–

–

C

–

Coming Soon

18, 19

Russell

Corvinelli Homes

Russell Trails

D

–

–

–

–

–

–

corvinellihomes.ca

–

Russell

Melanie Construction

Sunset Flats

D

–

–

–

–

–

–

melanieconstruction.com

–

Russell

Tartan Homes

Russell Trails

D

SD

B

–

–

–

–

tartanhomes.com

–

Gatineau

Brigil

Plateau du Parc 534 boul. Des Grives

D

–

B

–

–

–

Inquire

819-776-4663 brigil.com

–

Gatineau

Brigil

Plateau Symmes 895-3 boul. Du Plateau

D

–

B

TH

–

–

Inquire

819-571-4663 brigil.com

–

Gatineau

Brigil

Domaine du Vieux–Port 1400 St-Joseph Blvd

D

–

–

–

–

–

Inquire

819-777-4663 brigil.com

–

Gatineau

Brigil

Le Columbia 376 St. Joseph Blvd.

–

–

–

–

–

C

Inquire

613-454-1578 brigil.com

–

Chelsea

Hendrick

Hendrick Farm

D

–

–

TH

–

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–

hendrickfarm.ca

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