Ottawa New Home + Condo Guide – September 12, 2020

Ottawa Sept. 12–26, 2020

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

HOW TO AVOID COSTLY MISTAKES WHEN BUYING A NEW HOME Expert advice from Patrick Francey, CEO of the Real Estate Investment Network (REIN)

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Legally Speaking

26 Celebrity Homes + Condos John Legend and Chrissy Tiegen’s Beverly Hills home

What is a special assessment?

BY JAYSON SCHWARZ AND JACQUELINE MONETA

20 Condo Pro The benefits of living vertically

BY BARBARA LAWLOR

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Trending Finding a condo builder you can trust

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

BY JULIE DEBOER

INSPIRATION

30 New Home & Condo Developments

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34 What’s Online

Trend Watch The natural beauty of cane and rattan

BY SILVANA LONGO

24 Lifestyle Talking about tiny homes

BY JO ALCORN

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New model homes at Lilythorne Claridge Homes has six new models available for viewing in their Lilythorne community.

Located in Findlay Creek, Lilythorne is nestled by the National Capital Greenbelt and surrounded by paths and nature trails. With easy access to Hwy. 417, as well as plans for parks and a school, this family-friendly community is an excellent place to call home. If you’d like to pop in, the address is 3275 Findlay Creek Drive.

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Cardel Homes & RBC Seminar Series, Buying and Selling a Home in 2020, continues to be a popular draw. Normally these events are held in the Devonshire II model in Blackstone but with pandemic protocols in place the seminar moved online. Due to the high volume of RSVPs for the August 27 event (over 200!) only the presenters were heard and seen on video.

Topics included how COVID-19 has changed the home-buying process; how to get the best value when choosing upgrades and options for your new home; current resale market conditions; staging a home for maximum curb appeal, plus they fielded questions that were previously submitted by interested participants.

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EnerQuality announces the finalists of this year’s EQ Awards EnerQuality is the No. 1 certifier of energy efficient housing in Canada and the market leader in residential green building programs.

The EQ Awards are where the best in Ontario’s building industry come to gather to celebrate.

The winners will be announced during a virtual event on September 22. Several Greater Ottawa Home Builders’ Association members are finalists this year, including: BUILDER ACHIEVEMENT

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Roy Nandram – RND Construction Ltd.

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Minto Communities Canada – Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario Net Zero Dream Home ONTARIO GREEN BUILDER OF THE YEAR – LOW-RISE

RND Construction Ltd. ENERQUALITY’S ENERGY STAR FOR NEW HOMES – SMALL/CUSTOM BUILDER

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HOW TO AVOID COSTLY MISTAKES WHEN BUYING A NEW BUILD

by MICHELLE HOPKINS

Who doesn’t love a brand-new home; a house that no one has ever lived in before? Your dream home, a fresh, clean slate with nary a fingerprint on the walls. Sometimes, though, you get so caught up in the excitement of buying that new home, you might gloss over key details that could cost you money.

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So says Patrick Francey, CEO of the Real Estate Investment Network (REIN).

“Your best defense against making costly mistakes is due diligence… be excited about your new construction, but don’t be so swept up in the emotions,” Francey says.

“Do your research, take the time it takes so in the end, it takes less time and less stress.”

HERE ARE FRANCEY’S TOP SEVEN COSTLY MISTAKES TO AVOID: 1. Not choosing a qualified real estate agent and mortgage broker who specialize in new builds

You want to hire those who work exclusively with a developer or are well versed in new builds. The best source for finding a specialized realtor/mortgage broker is referrals. Then, don’t be afraid to ask them questions about their experience.

2. Not vetting the builder

Not all builders are created equal.

If you have never bought a new build before, one of the first things is to check the builder’s credentials: How long he/she has been in business, are there complaints against them, do they owe money to their trades people? If he is legitimate, he will be happy to provide references.

Then call past clients who can vouch for them. Never sign a contract until you have checked the builder out.

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3. Making an offer without conditions clearly stated in the legal documents

For example, never buy a home without first having a “subject to finance” and “subject to satisfactory review” written in the documents filed by a lawyer. Also, read the contract so you know exactly what is included in the price … is landscaping included?

What about light fixtures?

4. Not being clear on what upgrades are included in the price

Some people think that if they buy the show home, they get every upgrade included in the price.

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colours or you want better quality or more a powerful electrical supply. All of a sudden, you have added $1,000 more to the cost of your new home. Unless the builder stipulates in writing that the upgrades will be done without incurring a cost, assume you will be charged.

5. Not understanding the builder’s warranties

Every province has new-home warranties but what about your builder’s warranties? This also goes back to references and referrals.

You must ask the builder what warranties he offers. Builders sometimes offer an “express” warranty, which has more precise wording on what is covered, and cut-off times for varying parts of a new build. A builder’s warranty spells out the remedies a builder is responsible for if there are any

issues during or after the build, as well as the duration of the warranty and a mechanism for disputing issues.

6. Unsure about financing rules

When you have a house built, you need to know in advance what your financing obligations are. What if through the course of the build, a new stress test is applied or interest rates go up?

Or what advances are required and when? Ask! 7. Move-in date delays

Delays happen and that’s why you want a lawyer involved to spell out terms in the agreement about what the builder is prepared to pay for and what you are prepared to accept, like a hotel room(s) if you have to be out of your home, and moving charges.

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LEGALLY SPEAKING

WHAT IS A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT?

BY JACQUELINE MONETA JD AND JAYSON SCHWARZ LLM

A special assessment is a demand for unit owners to pay an additional contribution to the common expenses on top of the regular monthly fees

Most homeowners would agree that home maintenance and unexpected repairs are a fact of life. So, why does talk of a special assessment send shock waves through a condominium?

WHAT IS A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT?

A special assessment is a demand for suite owners to pay an additional contribution to the common expenses on top of the regular monthly fees. A reserve fund is where your portion of common expenses is deposited for major repairs of the capital assets of the corporation. When the reserve fund is insufficient to cover condominium costs, the board may levy a special assessment.

Your condo board may do this various reasons. Often, a special assessment is used to offset unexpected expenses or shortfalls in the budget. This may be the case in a critical year, where the reserve fund is depleted due to a scheduled improvement to the building.

Alternatively, the board may have underestimated the cost of a project.

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HOW MUCH DO I HAVE TO PAY?

Owners pay a special assessment, as per the declaration, in the same proportion as their common expenses. Therefore, a smaller suite’s special assessment will be lower than the one paid by a larger suite. If you refuse to pay the assessment you risk the same consequences as if you neglected to pay your common expenses — it may result in a lien against the unit. A lien may affect financing, or in extreme cases, force a sale and can involve significant legal fees.

AVOIDING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS

A. Potential Buyers New buyers are legally entitled to a status certificate. It’s important to review this carefully as it will include information about any special assessments. It is a good idea to make your offer conditional upon a review of the status certificate. Even if you go ahead with the purchase of your unit, you may be able to negotiate a lower purchase price based on an upcoming special assessment.

B. Current Owners The best way to avoid a special assessment is to ensure that there are sufficient funds in the reserve fund. As an owner, higher common expenses are not always a bad thing. The board needs to set fees high enough to cover their expenses. If fees are too low, a special assessment is more likely.

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can be voted out. In some extreme cases, owners may seek legal recourse against the board for lack of due diligence or to stop the special assessment.

C. Board of Directors If you are a board member looking to avoid special assessment, then alternative methods for raising capital should be explored. A loan may place less financial burden on owners as it can be paid back over time. Check the bylaws to ensure the corporation can borrow funds.

Special assessments require careful consideration by boards and owners alike. But, with adequate planning and well informed owners, condominium

buildings can be maintained for years to come.

Perhaps the most difficult part of writing these articles relates not the actual writing, but thinking of a topic to address. So help us! Mail, deliver or email letters to the magazine or to us via www.schwarzlaw.ca or by email to info@schwarzlaw.ca and give us your questions, concerns, critiques and quandaries. We will try to deal with them in print or electronic form.

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Natural cane basket, starts at $116. eltemkt.com

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Not just reserved for outdoor furniture anymore, rattan and cane are having a big moment inside the home, too. How fitting, after spending so much time outdoors this summer in our collective effort to flatten the curve. With a new season upon us, why not blur the lines between indoor and outdoor living even more? The truth is, this “au naturel” trend had already taken shape pre-pandemic. Generally, we are gravitating towards natural materials that bring in the soul and elements from nature into Kash woven pendant, our abodes. Cane and rattan are natural $611. ethanallen.ca materials, which both derive from the rattan palm, a vine from Southeast Asia. When the rattan palm is processed, it splits into two parts: Cane is the thin core reed, used in webbed patterns seen in furniture applications, such as the back of a chair; the larger rattan reed material is used to weave wicker furniture and basketry.

The rising use of cane and rattan in decor is also due to the ever-growing popularity of grandmillennial style adopted by some millennials, AKA the new traditionalists. Think chintz upholstery, tassels, needlepoint and in this case, furniture made from materials once reserved for your grandmother’s screened porch.

Trending or not, cane and rattan pieces make a statement without adding visual weight in a space. You can bring in the vintage weaves with a light fixture, storage unit, chair or decor item. The major appeal for us is the cool coastal beach vibe rattan and cane evoke, and who doesn’t want to add some sweet summertime favourites inside our homes all year long?

Boho natural daybed with pearl white mattress cover, $1,899. cb2.ca

Poly rattan basket Gluckstein Home, $39.99. thebay.com

Geo pendant, $59.99. homesense.ca

Coasters, set of six, $132. elte.com Nadia cane chair, $549. cb2.ca

Aerin cane backgammon set, $3,472. elte.com

West natural cane bar cabinet from Leanne Ford collection, $3,099. crateandbarrel.ca

Desert Sun mirror, natural cane, $299. westelm.ca

Anthropologie home oval rattan tray, $138. thebay.com

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ADVICE | CONDO PRO

THE BENEFITS OF LIVING VERTICALLY BARBARA LAWLOR

A condominium is, in essence, a vertical community – and the lifestyle it provides has many benefits and perks.

In a condo, you have “built-in” neighbours who you pass in the elevators, hallways, lobby and other shared spaces – creating a sense of belonging. With suites situated under the same roof, over time you get to know your neighbours, adding to the peace-of-mind of having security 20

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measures built in as well. There is a certain “safety in numbers” feeling that comes from knowing the people who live in the same residence, especially when the concierge does the same. Think of it as a form of Neighbourhood Watch, with the concierge and condo residents noticing when and if anything is amiss.

Like-minded condo residents also meet each other in the amenity areas, encouraging camaraderie. There is no need to live in a low-rise community for barbecues with family and friends, when your condo rooftop has barbecue and dining facilities.

Fitness rooms, swimming pools,

libraries, theatres, lounges, billiards, golf simulators… the possibilities for resting, exercising, de-stressing, socializing and entertaining are fabulous in today’s new condominiums.

The amount of planning and design that go into these amenity areas is astounding. They may showcase the sleek, clean lines of a modern residence, the classic details of traditional, or something in-between. In addition to carrying through the theme of the building’s architectural styles, these spaces must be attractive and flexible in order to offer both active and quiet atmospheres. And that’s another great thing about

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If you feel more like being around people, you might choose to have a quiet chat in a lounge or library, or you may prefer the chatter and activity that go on in games rooms.

living in a condo: you determine your own balance between social time and alone time. Feel like cocooning? Stay in your suite, sit back and enjoy the views from your home in the sky.

If you feel more like being around people, you might choose to have a quiet chat in a lounge or library, or you may prefer the chatter and activity that go on in games rooms. Some condos feature a card room, which is a terrific spot for Bridge- and Canasta-lovers to gather. These groups are usually looking for additional players, which is wonderful for many newcomers to the building. In fact, some

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condominiums offer a recreational director whose job it is to organize group get-togethers.

In order to keep things humming along on a positive note, following the “golden rule” is paramount. Check the code of conduct your board of directors sets out and abide by the guidelines, which exist to protect your, and everyone’s health, safety, privacy and enjoyment.

Your happiness in a condominium is up to you. To find out more about the rights and responsibilities of condominium owners, check out Consumer Protection Ontario’s website on “Owning a Condo” at https://www.ontario.ca/page/

owning-a-condo. And remember that common courtesy, respect and kindness are expected of condo owners at all times.

When you think of a high-rise condominium, the opportunities for a carefree lifestyle are remarkable, with exterior and common area cleaning, upkeep and repair handled for you through your monthly maintenance fee. Make the most of these perks, and enjoy!

Barbara Lawlor is president and CEO of Baker Real Estate Incorporated, winner of the pinnacle 2017 Riley Brethour Award from BILD, and an in-demand columnist and speaker.

A member of the Baker team since 1993, she oversees the marketing and sales of condominium developments in the GTA and overseas. Keep current with The Baker Blog at blog.bakerrealestate.com

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FINDING A NEW-CONDO

BUILDER YOU TRUST ESSENTIAL ADVICE FROM CANADA MORTGAGE AND HOUSING CORP. When you decide to buy a brand-new condo, choosing the right builder is as important as choosing your home. When you purchase a condo, you also “buy” the company that will build it.

Your satisfaction will depend on their experience, their skills and their commitment to customer service. An important part of the home-buying process lies in determining that you are dealing with a builder who has these qualifications and is able to meet your needs and expectations – for the quality of the home and for the buying experience.

WHAT YOU WANT TO KNOW

There are thousands of builders in Canada, ranging from small boutique companies to large builder-developers constructing thousands of homes annually.

Whether you live in a large urban area or a smaller community, you will have a number of builders to choose from. Each company may offer a different selection of homes.

Some may focus on specific market segments or neighbourhoods.

Others may specialize in particular types of homes or have certain distinctive expertise, such as energy efficiency. And every company does business in its own unique way.

As you tour prospective condos and communities, also think about the company behind them.

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» Who are they? » Do they build a quality condominium? » What are they like to buy from? » What is their after-sales service like? » What’s their reputation?

START YOUR SEARCH

01 Check local magazines and newspapers to find out which companies are building in your area, the types of homes they offer and the prices you can expect to pay.

02 Ask friends, family and coworkers for names of reputable builders they have dealt with.

03 Call or check the website of the local builder’s association and the Canadian Home Builders’ Association for the names of builders in your area.

04 Contact Tarion for a list of registered builders.

05 Visit the websites of builders in your community.

06 Call builders to find out where they are building, or where you can see some of their existing condominium developments.

07 Go to home shows to meet builders and explore the latest in features and finishes.

09 Visit builders’ sales centres and tour the model suites.

As you go through your home search, collect as much information as you can – pamphlets, brochures, builder’s packages, product literature, warranty information and so on. Read through it all and create a file of everything that interests you.

09 Always carry a notebook with you and write down information about the builders and their product, what you liked and what you didn’t. If you don’t, it can be difficult later to remember the details of a particular condo suite or discussion, or to recall which builder said what.

You should bring a phone camera along. When you keep track, it is easier to remember to collect the right information from every builder you visit. It also makes it much easier to compare the companies, their products, their selling process and their reputation, when you are ready to make a decision.

PREVIOUS BUYERS

Builders should be able to give you a list of references – past customers who have bought from them within the last couple of years. Do check the references – too often, homebuyers neglect this step. Don’t worry about disturbing people; they have agreed to let the builder give out their names and will not mind being contacted.

Before you call, make a list of questions you would like to ask, such as: » In general, what was the builder like to buy from? Was it a good experience? » What particularly did they appreciate about the company? What did they not like about it? » Did they run into any problems, and if so, were the problems solved to their satisfaction? » Was the home completed on time and on budget? If not, what were the circumstances? » Were there missing or incomplete items at the time of possession, or items that had to be fixed? » Were all of their colour selections, upgrades and extras done as requested? » How was the company’s after-sales service? » Are they happy with their purchase?

If not, why? » Would they buy from this builder again? » Would they recommend the builder?

WHO’S WHO IN HOME BUILDING? The type of builder you will be looking for depends on the area you live in, and the type of home you want. Here is a general overview of different types of home building companies.

DEVELOPERS are responsible for getting large tracts of land ready for building. This can involve infrastructure and services (utilities, roads and sewers), community layout and design, including recreational spaces – whatever it takes to turn the land into a neighbourhood. Developers may also handle the condo building construction.

LARGE BUILDING COMPANIES specialize in building homes

in larger developments. These companies generally offer a selection of homes designed specifically for the development.

Minor customization by homebuyers is often permitted, but there are usually limits to the amount of change possible. Most will also have a set process for all aspects of the purchase, from the contract signing to the Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI).

MEDIUM-SIZED COMPANIES can be quite diverse, building

as part of a larger development as well as on individual lots; constructing single-family dwellings as well as townhouses and lowrise condominium buildings.

SMALL-SIZED COMPANIES build under 10,

and often less than five homes a year.

CUSTOM BUILDERS build one-of-a-kind homes, each one usually designed and built for a particular customer who may or may not already own the lot. The custom building process allows for complete flexibility, within the limits of municipal regulations and what’s possible technically.

CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTOR is another term for builder. Most

Do a random check of past customers. Visit condo communities and talk to people in the front lobby.

“I’m considering buying a home from this builder. Can I ask you a few questions about your home and the community?” Most people are happy to talk about their experiences and offer their opinion and advice.

commonly, the term is used for companies who are contracted by purchasers to build a home on land they already own.

MANUFACTURED HOUSING BUILDERS construct homes in a

factory and bring them to the building site as panels, modules or fully completed units, which are referred to as “pre-fabricated” homes. The amount of work required on-site to complete the home depends on the type and size of the building, the type of foundation and the customization required.

Source: Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC). CMHC has been Canada’s national housing agency and a source of objective, reliable housing expertise.

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Tiny homes don’t just cost less upfront; they are also much cheaper to maintain; that is why so many people are jumping on the trend. I worked hard to remodel an old 5th Wheel Trailer for my parents to enjoy. The great thing about this tiny home is its mobility – it’s cottage life wherever they drive to! Read on to find out how I turned a dated space into liveable, fun home on wheels.

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KITCHEN & BATHROOM Instead of installing new kitchen cabinets, I worked with a great company called InSPRAYtional Painting, who was able to bring the old cabinets back to life by spraying them. We chose two colours from Benjamin Moore (benjaminmoore.ca): Chantilly Lace OC-65 for the uppers and Mount Saint Anne CC-710 for the lowers, for a two-tone look, both in Aura Interior Paint in Eggshell finish. I also wanted to update the tiny kitchen’s backsplash, but traditional tile would break and crack when the tiny home hit the highway. I chose a product called The Good Tile (thegoodtile.com) who offer bold wallpaper and luxury vinyl tile options that are easy to install and have no risk of breaking. I didn’t skimp on faucet features in the kitchen or bathroom. For the kitchen, I chose Delta’s Trinsic (deltafaucet.ca) faucet, which is sleek and modern. For the bathroom, I decided on the Pivotal Bath Collection, which creates a look that makes a true statement; I wanted to go with a real contrasting color, so I chose black.

BEDROOM Bedding had to be easy to get into the small opening of the trailer but still incredibly comfortable. A tiny home is a space people might spend months in at a time, so I wanted it to have all the comfort of home. I chose Cocoon by Sealy (cocoonbysealy.ca). They offer superior quality, and their mattress comes in a small box; perfect for getting into a tiny home space.

LIVING ROOM In a tiny home, you have to think about how much things weigh. I selected NEUE Floors (neuefloors. com) an engineered hardwood plank that is lighter in weight than traditional hardwood and has better expansion and contraction attributes, which is ideal in this application.

I worked with Metrie (metrie.com) which offers a high-end, finely crafted solid wood and composite moulding and interior doors to create faux beams. I also used their hollow moulded panel doors, so they don’t weigh as much.

Another unexpected element is the fireplace. There was an existing bookshelf built-in, and instead of ripping it out, I made it a central piece in the living room space. I had a Dimplex 23” Multi-Fire XHD (dimplex.com) unit built into the bookshelf creating a feature wall in the tiny space. It was the perfect addition to the area with the optional heat - giving the space

warmth on cold nights, or running without heat during the warm summer months.

OUTSIDE It was time to make a good first impression. I worked with Great Canadian Fleet Services (greatcanadianfleet.com) who were able to repair the damaged fibreglass and paint to make the mobile home look like new again. I also chose to have it entirely wrapped by Bolt Signs (boltsigns. com). They were able to produce and install a vinyl wrap to completely transform the outside of the mini home. The dated awning was hanging off the mobile home and in desperate need of a complete overhaul. I teamed up with The Awning Authority, which specializes in retractable awning and screens that are designed to last a lifetime.

Finally, this tiny home would not be complete without a great charcoal grill that you can easily

set-up when you arrive at your destination – so we added an ivory colour Weber Master-Touch (weber.com) charcoal kettle to the mix. This retro-looking grill fit perfectly with the retro-looking trailer. I hope this tiny home inspires you to think outside conventional spaces!

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Stylish

Beverly Hills Home!

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ANTHONY BARCELO, COURTESY OF DOUGLAS ELLIMAN

John Legend & Chrissy Teigen’s

ANTHONY BARCELO, COURTESY OF DOUGLAS ELLIMAN

T

he A-List couple of singer John Legend and his model-turnedcookbook-author wife, Chrissy Teigen, have been everywhere lately making a huge splash between recording songs for John, such as his new Wild, and Chrissy’s cookbooks and associated engagements. Now with one of the most stylish homes in Beverly Hills and a third child on the way, they’re listing their beautiful home at $23.95 million and looking for a new place to call home.

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Celebrity Homes + Condos The busy couple has a talent for selecting exquisite real estate and their homes are routinely featured in Architectural Digest. This one is certainly no exception. Built in 1966 and brought up to the highest contemporary standard, the 8,520-square-foot home has seven bedrooms and eight baths. The high drama of the entry, with its 33-foot ceilings, curving stairwell leading to a second-floor catwalk and purple grand piano, is only a taste of what is to come. It leads into a large living room with a floor-to-ceiling glass wall with views over the canyon. The chef’s kitchen is the ideal venue for a chef-author to test sumptuous recipes and leads into a spacious family room. The master suite has a brass, concrete and clay fireplace, a balcony with far-reaching views and his-and-her dressing room and walk-in closets that are more like fashion showrooms and Italian-inspired “Glam Room.” All seven bedrooms are ensuite and have balconies. Also included is a gym and comfy home theatre. Special finishes and decor include mandala-patterned ceilings from

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Thailand, ebonized cerused oak floors, clay and steel-rolled walls, onyx sinks and Italian quartz countertops.

Outside, the entertainment area includes fabulous canyon views from the pool terrace, which has a heated saltwater pool, jacuzzi, chef’s grill and wood-fired oven. A grapevineshaded pergola is perfect for alfresco dining.

Super celebs John Legend and Chrissy Teigen are at the top of their game careers and a talent for picking real estate that they turn into modern contemporary palaces. Now on the market is their exceptional Beverly Hills home. Hard to top this one, it will be interesting to see where they go from here.

Priced at $23.95 million, the listing agent is Marshall Peck of Douglas Elliman, Beverly Hills.

Visit TopTenRealEstateDeals.com for more real estate news, spectacular homes and celebrity homes and video tours.

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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

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Almonte

Neilcorp

Mill Run, Marshall’s Bay Meadows

D

Arnprior

Campanale

Callahan Estates

D

Carleton Place

Cardel

Miller’s Crossing 2 Flegg Way

Carleton Place

Longwood Builders

Carp

FROM

CONTACT

$544’s

613-470-1336 phoenix.ca

PG.

West

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B

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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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D

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TH

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Inquire

613-253-1959 cardelhomes.com

9

Coleman Central

D

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longwoodbuilders.com

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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

Kanata

Mattamy

Blackstone South

D

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TH

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Kanata

Minto

Arcadia, Morgan’s Creek

D

–

–

TH

TR

Kanata

Metric Homes

Trail View

D

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–

TH

Kanata

Richcraft

Bradley Commons

D

–

B

Kanata

Uniform

Richardson Ridge

D

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Kanata

Urbandale

Bradley Commons

D

Richmond

Caivan

Fox Run 302 Meynell Road

Richmond

Cardel

Richmond

Cedarstone

Richmond

613-470-1336 phoenix.ca

2, 3

2, 3

mattino.ca

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Inquire

613-836-9521 cardelhomes.com

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$362’s

claridgehomes.com

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$341’s

mattamyhomes.com

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–

Inquire

minto.com

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–

metrichomes.com

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TH

–

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$596’s

richcraft.com

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TH

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uniformdevelopments.com

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TH

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urbandaleconstruction.com

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D

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Inquire

613-518-2364 caivan.com

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Creekside 764 Kirkham Crescent

D

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613-444-0440 cardelhomes.com

9

Kings Creek, Richmond Oaks

D

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cedarstonehomes.com

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Metric Homes

Fox Run

D

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–

metrichomes.com

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Stittsville

Cardel

EdenWylde 106 Westphalian

D

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TH

–

–

Inquire

613-435-5704 cardelhomes.com

9

Stittsville

Claridge

Westwood

D

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B

TH

–

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$499’s

claridgehomes.com

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Stittsville

eQ Homes

Fernbank Crossing 632 Cope Drive

D

–

C

$566’s

613-404-8075 eqhomes.ca

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Stittsville

Richcraft

Fernbank Crossing, Westwood

D

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B

TH

–

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$465’s

richcraft.com

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Stittsville

Tartan

EdenWylde

D

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TH

–

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–

tartanhomes.com

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Stittsville

Tamarack

Westwood, Poole Creek Village

D

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B

TH

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tamarackhomes.com

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TH

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LOCATION

BUILDER

SITE NAME

PROPERTY TYPE

Stittsville

Valecraft

Rathwell Landing

D

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B

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–

FROM –

CONTACT valecraft.com

PG. –

Nepean

Maple Leaf

The Village at the Schoolyard

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–

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–

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mapleleafcustomhomes.ca

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West Centretown

Claridge

Icon

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–

–

–

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

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sobaottawa.com

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Centretown

Claridge

Claridge Moon

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–

C

Inquire

613-218-8536 claridgehomes.com

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Centretown

Claridge

Claridge Plaza 4 , Claridge Royale

–

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–

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–

C

$319

claridgehomes.com

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Centretown

Richcraft

The Bowery

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–

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C

346

richcraft.com

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Centretown

Richcraft

The Charlotte

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C

Inquire

thecharlottecondos.com

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Centretown

Dream Investment

Zibi

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zibi.ca

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Lowertown

Claridge

Waterstreet

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C

$457

claridgehomes.com

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Old Ottawa East

eQ Homes

Greystone Village II 175A Main Street

D

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TH

–

C

Inquire

613-569-3043

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Uniform

Echo

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–

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–

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uniformdevelopments.com

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Barrhaven

Caivan

The Conservancy , The Ridge #115-4100 Strandherd Drive

D

–

–

TH

–

–

Inquire

613-518-2364 caivan.com

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Barrhaven

Mattamy

Half Moon Bay

D

–

–

TH

–

C

$489’s

Barrhaven

Uniform

Grandview Court

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B

–

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–

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Barrhaven

Minto

Harmony, Quinn’s Pointe

D

–

–

TH

TR

–

Inquire

Barrhaven

Glenview Homes

Flagstaff

D

–

–

TH

–

–

Findlay Creek

Claridge

Sundance

D

–

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TH

–

Findlay Creek

Claridge

Lilythorne

D

–

B

TH

Findlay Creek

eQ Homes

Pathways at Findlay Creek 122 Dun Skipper Road

D

SD

B

Findlay Creek

Phoenix

Pathways at Findlay Creek 114 Dun Skipper Road

D

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Findlay Creek

Richcraft

Pathways at Findlay Creek

D

Findlay Creek

Tartan

Findlay Creek Village

Findlay Creek

Tamarack

Findlay Creek

Central

South mattamyhomes.com

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uniformdevelopments.com

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minto.com

–

–

glenviewhomes.com

–

–

$516’s

claridgehomes.com

–

–

–

$506

claridgehomes.com

–

–

–

C

$400’s

613-822-7247 eqhomes.ca

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B

TH

–

–

$400’s

613-219-6862 phoenixhomes.ca

2, 3

–

–

TH

–

–

$412’s

richcraft.com

–

D

–

B

TH

–

–

–

tartanhomes.com

–

Findlay Creek Village

D

–

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TH

–

–

–

tamarackhomes.com

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HN Homes

Cowan’s Grove

D

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TH

–

–

–

hnhomes.com

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Findlay Creek

Urbandale

Cowan’s Grove

D

–

B

TH

–

–

–

urbandaleconstruction.com

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Greely

Phoenix

Shadow Ridge

D

–

B

TH

–

–

Inquire

Greely

Parkview Homes

Lakeland Meadows

D

–

–

–

–

–

–

Kemptville

eQ Homes

Equinelle 74 eQuinelle Drive

D

SD

–

TH

–

–

$300’s

613-823-9227 phoenixhomes.ca

2, 3

parkviewhomes.info

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613-258-6488 eqhomes.ca

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LOCATION

BUILDER

SITE NAME

PROPERTY TYPE

Manotick

eQ Homes

Riverwalk

–

–

B

–

–

–

FROM Inquire

CONTACT 613-618-3204 eqhomes.ca

PG.

Manotick

Minto

Mahogany

D

–

B

TH

–

–

Inquire

minto.com

–

Riverside South

Claridge

River’s Edge

D

–

–

TH

–

–

$516’s

claridghomes.com

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Riverside South

Richcraft

Riverside South

D

–

–

TH

–

–

$494’s

richcraft.com

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Riverside South

HN Homes

Riverside South

D

–

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TH

–

–

–

hnhomes.com

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Riverside South

Urbandale

Riverside South

D

–

–

TH

–

–

–

urbandaleconstruction.com

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Riverside South

Urbandale

Jazz Condos, Allora Condos

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urbandaleconstruction.com

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ClarenceRockland

eQ Homes

Clarence Crossing 235 L’etang Street

D

–

B

TH

–

C

$385’s

613-862-0167 eqhomes.com

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ClarenceRockland

Longwood Builders

Morris Village

D

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B

–

–

–

–

longwoodbuilders.com

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ClarenceRockland

CH Clement Construction

Morris Village

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–

TH

–

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chclementconstruction.ca

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Embrun

Devcore

Fauberge Ste–Marie

–

–

–

TH

–

C

–

devcore.ca

–

Embrun

Melanie Construction

Ste–Marie Hamlet

D

–

–

–

–

–

–

melanieconstruction.com

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Embrun

SACA Homes

Place St. Thomas

D

SD

–

TH

–

–

–

sacahomes.ca

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Orleans

Ashcroft

Eastboro

D

–

TH

–

–

–

ashcrofthomes.ca

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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

13

Orleans

Minto

Avalon Encore

D

–

–

TH

–

–

Inquire

minto.com

–

Orleans

Richcraft

Trails Edge, Axis Court

D

–

–

TH

–

–

$355’s

richcraft.com

–

Orleans

Mattamy

Summerside South

D

$390’s

mattamyhomes.com

–

Orleans

Tamarack

Cardinal Creek

D

SD

B

–

–

–

–

tamarackhomes.com

–

Ottawa East

Mattamy

Wateridge Village at Rockliffe

–

–

–

TH

–

–

$299’s

mattamy.com

–

Russell

Corvinelli Homes

Russell Trails

D

–

–

–

–

–

–

corvinellihomes.ca

–

Russell

Melanie Construction

Sunset Flats

D

–

–

–

–

–

–

melanieconstruction.com

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Russell

Tartan Homes

Russell Trails

D

SD

B

–

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–

–

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

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–

–

–

–

Inquire

819-777-4663 brigil.com

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Gatineau

Brigil

Le Columbia 376 St. Joseph Blvd.

–

–

–

–

–

C

Inquire

613-454-1578 brigil.com

–

Chelsea

Hendrick

Hendrick Farm

D

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TH

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hendrickfarm.ca

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13

East

TH

North

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