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07 Cochrane

15 Southeast

21 Northeast

25 Southwest

27 Northwest

39 Airdrie

41 Okotoks

47 Calgary East Region

49 Calgary South Region

Smaller households, smaller homes

Welcome to spring, fi nally

Canadian households are shrinking,

according to Stats Canada.

Seven decades ago, the average

household consisted of 4.3 people, by

2011, the average size had dropped

to 2.5 people per household, albeit,

theres plenty more of us to house.

While the majority of Canadian

homes built over the last century

were created to support larger

households, traditionally comprised

of two parents with children,

nowadays one or two people make

up the majority of households, which

is why apartment and condo living, in

urban areas in particular, has become

increasingly popular.

The impact of smaller families on

the Canadian housing market has

been signifi cant, spurring a dramatic

change. The introduction of more

rental properties and housing options

of all shapes and sizes is e ectively

servicing smaller households who

need a ordable options. While larger

dwellings are still a need, the next

time you see another crane in the air

keep this new demographic dynamic

in mind. While Canada continues

to grow, new housing needs will

continue to reshape the cities and

homes we live in.

Spring is fi nally here no, it really is

a period in the real estate industry

normally associated with busy season.

Its that time of year when, after

whats turned out to be a pretty mild

winter, many Canadians emerge

from hibernation and want to get

out and search for a new home.

Builders, too, often use this period

to launch new developments, and

add incentives to entice buyers into

snapping up remaining inventory in

existing communities.

Spring this year in Calgary

comes with the additional market

characteristics that may be a little

more challenging than other parts

of Canada.

Still, combine these developments

with what are expected to be

continuing low interest rates,

and you have a pretty welcoming

environment to begin your home

search.

And if it takes a little longer than

the spring season, as the Alberta

and Calgary economies regain

lost momentum, take your time

homebuying opportunities will likely

still be there later in 2016.

+ get social

Editors' Notes

SUNNYSIDE & KENSINGTON

Interact with us on social media: ypnexthome

SUSAN LEGGEEditor-in-Chief / Director of ContentYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @SusanLegge

MORE PHOTOS ONLINEypnexthome.ca/sunnyside-kensington

WAYNE KARLSenior EditorYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @WayneKarl

6 YPNEXTHOME.CA

01 HERITAGE HILLS DEVELOPER: Harmony Park BUILDERS: Stepper Custom Homes, Trico Homes

02 JUMPING POUND RIDGE www.jumpingpoundridge.com BUILDERS: WestView Builders,

Kingsmith Homes

03 SUNSET RIDGE DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Jayman MasterBUILT, Innovations by Jayman, Janssen, Calbridge, Landmark Homes, Excel Homes, Homes by Avi

04 RIVERSONG DEVELOPER: Tamani Communities BUILDERS: Innovations by Jayman,

Sabal Homes, Jayman MasterBUILT, Trico Homes

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05 MONTERRA ON COCHRANE LAKE DEVELOPER: Medallion Development Corp. BUILDERS: Prominent, Modena, Cornerstone, Brooklyn, Astoria Custom Homes

06 WESTPOINTE ESTATES DEVELOPER: MGM Developments. BUILDERS: Mapleland Homes, Kingsmith Homes

07 FIRESIDE DEVELOPER: La Vita Land BUILDERS: Calbridge, Janssen, Kingsmith,

Landmark, ReidBuilt Homes www.firesidecochrane.com

08 HEARTLAND DEVELOPER: Apex Developments BUILDERS: Excel Homes www.heartlandcochrane.com

09 THE WILLOWS OF RIVER HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: La Vita Land Inc. BUILDERS: Janssen Homes, Kingsmith Homes, NuVista Homes and Sterling Homes

Smaller households, smaller homes

Welcome to spring, fi nally

Canadian households are shrinking,

according to Stats Canada.

Seven decades ago, the average

household consisted of 4.3 people, by

2011, the average size had dropped

to 2.5 people per household, albeit,

theres plenty more of us to house.

While the majority of Canadian

homes built over the last century

were created to support larger

households, traditionally comprised

of two parents with children,

nowadays one or two people make

up the majority of households, which

is why apartment and condo living, in

urban areas in particular, has become

increasingly popular.

The impact of smaller families on

the Canadian housing market has

been signifi cant, spurring a dramatic

change. The introduction of more

rental properties and housing options

of all shapes and sizes is e ectively

servicing smaller households who

need a ordable options. While larger

dwellings are still a need, the next

time you see another crane in the air

keep this new demographic dynamic

in mind. While Canada continues

to grow, new housing needs will

continue to reshape the cities and

homes we live in.

Spring is fi nally here no, it really is

a period in the real estate industry

normally associated with busy season.

Its that time of year when, after

whats turned out to be a pretty mild

winter, many Canadians emerge

from hibernation and want to get

out and search for a new home.

Builders, too, often use this period

to launch new developments, and

add incentives to entice buyers into

snapping up remaining inventory in

existing communities.

Spring this year in Calgary

comes with the additional market

characteristics that may be a little

more challenging than other parts

of Canada.

Still, combine these developments

with what are expected to be

continuing low interest rates,

and you have a pretty welcoming

environment to begin your home

search.

And if it takes a little longer than

the spring season, as the Alberta

and Calgary economies regain

lost momentum, take your time

homebuying opportunities will likely

still be there later in 2016.

+ get social

Editors' Notes

SUNNYSIDE & KENSINGTON

Interact with us on social media: ypnexthome

SUSAN LEGGEEditor-in-Chief / Director of ContentYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @SusanLegge

MORE PHOTOS ONLINEypnexthome.ca/sunnyside-kensington

WAYNE KARLSenior EditorYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @WayneKarl

MAR 25 - APR 22, 2016 | NEW HOME GUIDE 7

01 HERITAGE HILLS DEVELOPER: Harmony Park BUILDERS: Stepper Custom Homes, Trico Homes

02 JUMPING POUND RIDGE www.jumpingpoundridge.com BUILDERS: WestView Builders,

Kingsmith Homes

03 SUNSET RIDGE DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Jayman MasterBUILT, Innovations by Jayman, Janssen, Calbridge, Landmark Homes, Excel Homes, Homes by Avi

04 RIVERSONG DEVELOPER: Tamani Communities BUILDERS: Innovations by Jayman,

Sabal Homes, Jayman MasterBUILT, Trico Homes

COCHRANECOMMUNITIES

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2

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NG

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TRA

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MEADO

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05 MONTERRA ON COCHRANE LAKE DEVELOPER: Medallion Development Corp. BUILDERS: Prominent, Modena, Cornerstone, Brooklyn, Astoria Custom Homes

06 WESTPOINTE ESTATES DEVELOPER: MGM Developments. BUILDERS: Mapleland Homes, Kingsmith Homes

07 FIRESIDE DEVELOPER: La Vita Land BUILDERS: Calbridge, Janssen, Kingsmith,

Landmark, ReidBuilt Homes www.firesidecochrane.com

08 HEARTLAND DEVELOPER: Apex Developments BUILDERS: Excel Homes www.heartlandcochrane.com

09 THE WILLOWS OF RIVER HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: La Vita Land Inc. BUILDERS: Janssen Homes, Kingsmith Homes, NuVista Homes and Sterling Homes

Showhome Review | BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL

cover story

BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL is marking its first time selling

homes in a community outside Calgary city limits with

the opening of two stunning new showhomes in Fireside

in Cochrane.

Were really excited to bring our unique home styles

to Cochrane, says sales manager Ashley Buchanan. We

launched in February and were getting a great response

from people, many who are residents in Fireside and want a

different design or to move up.

Weve brought our most popular models to Fireside,

Buchanan says, noting the two showhomes are the Belvedere

and the Hudson. The Belvedere has been one of our most

popular floorplans in Calgary the past 10 years, and weve

refined it so there is no wasted space. Its very efficient and

meets the needs of families today.

Brookfield opens popular showhome models in

Fireside in CochraneThe Hudson was launched in

Symons Gate (in northwest Calgary) in

2015 and its been extremely popular.

I think 80 per cent of the homes we

sold in that community have been

this model because its a very versatile

three-level split-level design with lots

of options.

In fact, one option at the 2131-sq.-

ft. Hudson showhome in Fireside is

an awesome dog wash station off the

mudroom from the garage. A lot of

people say this is a brilliant idea and

want to include it in their home even

if they dont have a dog because they

LocationFireside in Cochrane

BuilderBrookfi eld Residential

Home TypeSingle-family homes

Sales Centre3 & 7 Fireside Cres.

Contactdiscoverfi reside.com

can wash off muddy boots and clean

up before going into the rest of the

house, Buchanan adds.

Walking into the Hudson, the entry

is down a few steps from the main

level creating a sense of privacy, and

proceeding up the stairs you get a

great view of the two-sided fi replace

that is shared with the outside and

there is a large great room, kitchen

and dining area all on the same level.

Up a few steps from the main

level is a spacious bonus room

The Hudson has a mini-estate

feel at a great price point, Buchanan

says, noting its priced from $452,000

plus GST.

The 1,445-sq.-ft. Belvedere, which

starts at $372,000 plus GST, has

a central kitchen so it really feels

like its the heart of the home and it

off ers a great space for entertaining.

The unique feature in the home is

the curved staircase, which is an

architectural detail that you dont

expect to see in a smaller home,

Buchanan says. It also has a large

great room and dining space, which

has room for a table that can seat six

or eight.

Upstairs, the master bedroom has

a nice ensuite with a walk-in shower,

although you can have a tub, and

there are two secondary bedrooms, a

full bathroom and laundry room. The

standard plan has a two-storey space

open to below, which was closed in

for the showhome to feature a full

laundry room upstairs.

We have a great variety of lots

in Fireside that we dont often get

to off er in the city, Buchanan says,

including walkouts, those backing

onto greenspace and some deep lots.

Brookfi eld is also currently o ering

a special incentive of $15,000 in

free upgrades. For more information,

visit the Fireside showhomes, open

2 to 8 p.m. Monday to Thursday

and noon to 5 p.m. weekends and

holidays, or visit discoverfi reside.com

or livebrookfi eld.com

highlighted by a stunning brick

feature wall, a 14-ft. vaulted ceiling

and, depending on the elevation, itll

have either large windows or sliding

glass doors to a balcony.

The top fl oor has a large master

bedroom with a walk-in closet and

spa-like ensuite featuring a free-

standing tub, double vanities and a

walk-in shower. It also has a good-

size laundry room and two secondary

bedrooms, but there is an optional

layout that includes a fourth bedroom.

MORE PHOTOS ONLINEypnexthome.ca/brookfi eld-fi reside

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Showhome Review | BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL

cover story

BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL is marking its first time selling

homes in a community outside Calgary city limits with

the opening of two stunning new showhomes in Fireside

in Cochrane.

Were really excited to bring our unique home styles

to Cochrane, says sales manager Ashley Buchanan. We

launched in February and were getting a great response

from people, many who are residents in Fireside and want a

different design or to move up.

Weve brought our most popular models to Fireside,

Buchanan says, noting the two showhomes are the Belvedere

and the Hudson. The Belvedere has been one of our most

popular floorplans in Calgary the past 10 years, and weve

refined it so there is no wasted space. Its very efficient and

meets the needs of families today.

Brookfield opens popular showhome models in

Fireside in CochraneThe Hudson was launched in

Symons Gate (in northwest Calgary) in

2015 and its been extremely popular.

I think 80 per cent of the homes we

sold in that community have been

this model because its a very versatile

three-level split-level design with lots

of options.

In fact, one option at the 2131-sq.-

ft. Hudson showhome in Fireside is

an awesome dog wash station off the

mudroom from the garage. A lot of

people say this is a brilliant idea and

want to include it in their home even

if they dont have a dog because they

LocationFireside in Cochrane

BuilderBrookfi eld Residential


Sales Centre3 & 7 Fireside Cres.

Contactdiscoverfi reside.com

can wash off muddy boots and clean

up before going into the rest of the

house, Buchanan adds.

Walking into the Hudson, the entry

is down a few steps from the main

level creating a sense of privacy, and

proceeding up the stairs you get a

great view of the two-sided fi replace

that is shared with the outside and

there is a large great room, kitchen

and dining area all on the same level.

Up a few steps from the main

level is a spacious bonus room

The Hudson has a mini-estate

feel at a great price point, Buchanan

says, noting its priced from $452,000

plus GST.

The 1,445-sq.-ft. Belvedere, which

starts at $372,000 plus GST, has

a central kitchen so it really feels

like its the heart of the home and it

off ers a great space for entertaining.

The unique feature in the home is

the curved staircase, which is an

architectural detail that you dont

expect to see in a smaller home,

Buchanan says. It also has a large

great room and dining space, which

has room for a table that can seat six

or eight.

Upstairs, the master bedroom has

a nice ensuite with a walk-in shower,

although you can have a tub, and

there are two secondary bedrooms, a

full bathroom and laundry room. The

standard plan has a two-storey space

open to below, which was closed in

for the showhome to feature a full

laundry room upstairs.

We have a great variety of lots

in Fireside that we dont often get

to off er in the city, Buchanan says,

including walkouts, those backing

onto greenspace and some deep lots.

Brookfi eld is also currently o ering

a special incentive of $15,000 in

free upgrades. For more information,

visit the Fireside showhomes, open

2 to 8 p.m. Monday to Thursday

and noon to 5 p.m. weekends and

holidays, or visit discoverfi reside.com

or livebrookfi eld.com

highlighted by a stunning brick

feature wall, a 14-ft. vaulted ceiling

and, depending on the elevation, itll

have either large windows or sliding

glass doors to a balcony.

The top fl oor has a large master

bedroom with a walk-in closet and

spa-like ensuite featuring a free-

standing tub, double vanities and a

walk-in shower. It also has a good-

size laundry room and two secondary

bedrooms, but there is an optional

layout that includes a fourth bedroom.

MORE PHOTOS ONLINEypnexthome.ca/brookfi eld-fi reside


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Advice | THE HOMEBUYING PROCESS

DUE TO OUR CLIMATE, we spend

a good deal of time indoors, and

for this reason the home building

industry has taken strides in recent

years to better understand the

connection between indoor living

environment and personal health.

Builders are making an e ort to

address concerns about the quality

of indoor air, so todays new homes

o er a healthier, fresher living

environment.

Poor indoor air can have a

detrimental impact on your health,

from a general sense of not feeling

well to contributing to allergies.

Moulds and dust, improper

combustion of heating equipment

and o -gassing from building

materials, furniture and household

cleaners can seriously a ect the air

quality in a home. Unfortunately, such

contaminants are common and often

present without the homeowners

even knowing it.

Extensive research has provided a

solid underpinning for many of the

techniques used by home builders to

ensure good air quality in your home.

In the Calgary region, several

builders, developers and suppliers to

the industry are contributing to quality

and energy e cient homes. They

are also working to create healthier

homes and choosing measures

that can reduce the environmental

impact of your home and increase its

comfort and healthiness.

To help create a healthy indoor

living space, there are various

Builders addressing need for healthier indoor air quality

By Donna Moore

MORE ADVICE ONLINEypnexthome.ca/news/advice

initiatives that can be undertaken.

For example, good indoor air quality

begins with solid construction that

prevents air leakage and moisture

penetration. So, eliminating dampness

and cold spots increases comfort and

can prevent mould growth. Exterior

walls that are well-insulated with air

barriers, vapour retarders and careful

caulking are the starting points,

supplemented by the installation of

energy-e cient windows.

Getting rid of moist, stale air is

one way to ensure good indoor air

quality. An e ective approach to this

is a heat recovery ventilator (HRV).

The HRV serves as the lungs of your

home bringing in fresh air from the

outside and exhausting stale air from

the inside. Excessive moisture, dust,

and other pollutants that are part

of everyday living are diluted and

expelled throughout the day, and

incoming air is fi ltered to ensure the

system is not bringing in problems

from the outside. Its also pre-heated

by the outgoing air to save energy

the heat recovery part of the system.

In todays new homes, heating

equipment is energy e cient and

state-of-the-art. Forced-air furnaces

deliver a smooth fl ow of fi ltered air for

even temperatures. Combustion air

comes directly from the outside and

exhaust air is vented to reduce risk of

noxious fumes inside your home.

Increasingly popular are in-fl oor

radiant heating systems, which

provide steady, consistent warmth,

reducing on-and-o heating cycles.

Home builders are also able to

reduce the amount of contaminants

brought into your home by using low

or no o -gassing materials.

Your builder can also help you to

plan ahead by choosing products

that dont collect dust or by installing

a central vacuum system with direct

outside exhaust.

You can maintain healthy indoor

living that can be enjoyed all year

when you begin with the right home.

Donna Moore is Executive O cer, Calgary Region Home Builders Association, 403.235.1911, crhba.com

12 YPNEXTHOME.CA

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Advice | THE HOMEBUYING PROCESS

DUE TO OUR CLIMATE, we spend

a good deal of time indoors, and

for this reason the home building

industry has taken strides in recent

years to better understand the

connection between indoor living

environment and personal health.

Builders are making an e ort to

address concerns about the quality

of indoor air, so todays new homes

o er a healthier, fresher living

environment.

Poor indoor air can have a

detrimental impact on your health,

from a general sense of not feeling

well to contributing to allergies.

Moulds and dust, improper

combustion of heating equipment

and o -gassing from building

materials, furniture and household

cleaners can seriously a ect the air

quality in a home. Unfortunately, such

contaminants are common and often

present without the homeowners

even knowing it.

Extensive research has provided a

solid underpinning for many of the

techniques used by home builders to

ensure good air quality in your home.

In the Calgary region, several

builders, developers and suppliers to

the industry are contributing to quality

and energy e cient homes. They

are also working to create healthier

homes and choosing measures

that can reduce the environmental

impact of your home and increase its

comfort and healthiness.

To help create a healthy indoor

living space, there are various

Builders addressing need for healthier indoor air quality

By Donna Moore

MORE ADVICE ONLINEypnexthome.ca/news/advice

initiatives that can be undertaken.

For example, good indoor air quality

begins with solid construction that

prevents air leakage and moisture

penetration. So, eliminating dampness

and cold spots increases comfort and

can prevent mould growth. Exterior

walls that are well-insulated with air

barriers, vapour retarders and careful

caulking are the starting points,

supplemented by the installation of

energy-e cient windows.

Getting rid of moist, stale air is

one way to ensure good indoor air

quality. An e ective approach to this

is a heat recovery ventilator (HRV).

The HRV serves as the lungs of your

home bringing in fresh air from the

outside and exhausting stale air from

the inside. Excessive moisture, dust,

and other pollutants that are part

of everyday living are diluted and

expelled throughout the day, and

incoming air is fi ltered to ensure the

system is not bringing in problems

from the outside. Its also pre-heated

by the outgoing air to save energy

the heat recovery part of the system.

In todays new homes, heating

equipment is energy e cient and

state-of-the-art. Forced-air furnaces

deliver a smooth fl ow of fi ltered air for

even temperatures. Combustion air

comes directly from the outside and

exhaust air is vented to reduce risk of

noxious fumes inside your home.

Increasingly popular are in-fl oor

radiant heating systems, which

provide steady, consistent warmth,

reducing on-and-o heating cycles.

Home builders are also able to

reduce the amount of contaminants

brought into your home by using low

or no o -gassing materials.

Your builder can also help you to

plan ahead by choosing products

that dont collect dust or by installing

a central vacuum system with direct

outside exhaust.

You can maintain healthy indoor

living that can be enjoyed all year

when you begin with the right home.

Donna Moore is Executive O cer, Calgary Region Home Builders Association, 403.235.1911, crhba.com

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03 CRANSTON DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Albi Homes, Cardel Homes, Cedarglen Homes, Trico Homes, Morrison Homes, Landmark Homes, Baywest Homes, Brookfield Residential RIVERSTONE OF CRANSTON BUILDERS: Albi Homes, Cedarglen Homes, Landmark Homes, Baywest Homes, Calbridge Homes, Brookfield Residential www.livecranston.ca

04 WALDEN DEVELOPER: Genstar BUILDERS: Cardel Homes, Excel Homes, Homes by Avi, California Homes, Avi Urban

05 MAHOGANY DEVELOPER: Hopewell Residential BUILDERS: Jayman MasterBUILT, Hopewell Residential, Stepper Custom Homes, Homes by Avi, Excel Homes ESTATE BUILDERS: Calbridge Homes, Morrison Homes, Homes by Avi www.mahoganyliving.com

06 McKENZIE TOWNE DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDER: Mosaic Townhomes: Brookfield Residential www.livemckenzietowne.com

07 NEW BRIGHTON DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Cedarglen Homes, Morrison Homes www.livenewbrighton.ca

08 CHAPARRAL VALLEY DEVELOPER: Genstar BUILDERS: Cardel Homes, Jayman MasterBUILT, Innovations by Jayman, Cardel Lifestyles, Homes by Avi, California Homes

09 QUARRY PARK DEVELOPER: Remington Corporation BUILDERS: Cardel Homes, Birchwood Properties, Albi Homes

10 LEGACY DEVELOPER: Westcreek Developments BUILDERS: Stepper Custom Homes, Albi Homes, Trico Homes, Sterling Homes, Creations by Shane Homes, Innovations by Jayman, Calbridge Homes, Morrison Homes, Excel Homes www.legacylife.com

SOUTHEASTCOMMUNITIES

01 AUBURN BAY DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Brookfield Residential, Cedarglen Homes, Baywest Homes, Jayman MasterBUILT, Albi Homes, Morrison Homes, Discovery Homes, Innovations by Jayman www.liveauburnbay.ca

02 COPPERFIELD DEVELOPER: Hopewell Residential BUILDERS: Hopewell Residential, Stepper Custom Homes, Excel Homes


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CopperfieldDeveloper: Hopewell Residential Communities

Mahogany

Developer: HopewellBuilders: Jayman MasterBUILT | Sabal Homes | Stepper Custom Homes | Trico Homes

Auburn Bay

Developer: Carma

Showhomes: Auburn Bay Blvd. SE Auburn Sound Manor SE Auburn Bay Gardens

Showhomes: Corner of Cranston Ave.& Cranarch Rd.

Showhomes: Walden Rise SE

Showhomes: Mahogany Heath SE.

Showhomes: New Brighton Dr. SE.

Builders: Heartland Homes | Cardel Homes | Cedarglen Homes | Baywest Homes | Jayman MasterBUILT | Albi Homes | Morrison Homes

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McKenzie TowneDeveloper: Carma

ELGIN VILLAGEShowhomes: Elgin Meadows Green SE. Elgin Estates Park SE.Builders: Cardel Homes | Homes by Avi | Albi Homes | Heartland Homes

VILLAGE OF PRESTWICKShowhomes: Prestwick Blvd SE.Builders: Cedarglen Homes | Jayman MasterBUILT

Builders: Broadview Homes | Coco Homes Sabal Homes | Stepper Custom Homes

New Brighton

Developer: Carma

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Builders: Beattie Homes | Cardel Homes | Cedarglen Homes | Morrison Homes | Heartland Homes | Homes by Avi

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CranstonDeveloper: CarmaBuilders: Albi Homes | Beattie Homes | Cardel Homes | Cedarglen Homes | Trico Homes

Cranston Estates

Developer: Carma

Builders: Albi Homes | Landmark Homes | Baywest Homes

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Developer: GenstarBuilders: Shane Homes | Cardel Homes | Innovations by Jayman | Excel Homes

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CARDEL HOMES CONTINUES to

make a splash at Walden in southeast

Calgary with affordable urban living

on the edge of nature. Located

minutes from the recreational haven

of Fish Creek Provincial Park, Walden

offers convenient access to MacLeod

Trail, Stoney Trail and a host of retail

amenities. Within the community,

homeowners enjoy a ribbon of walking

Property Profile | CARDEL HOMES

paths, playgrounds, a naturalized

wetland and a clear water pond. Once

complete, the highly anticipated

Walden Gate Village Centre will feature

restaurants, shops and services and

become a vibrant hub to connect with

neighbours and friends.

Walden homebuyers have been

thrilled with Cardels modern

urban architecture and high level

of design. To date, the three-

bedroom 2,083-sq.-ft. Tandem

Bay, with unique three-car garage,

has been the most popular model

in the builders portfolio. Looking

to create greater value for first-

time homebuyers as well as

empty nesters wanting to downsize

Cardel has recently released an

exciting suite of affordable paired

Cardel Homes unveils value priced luxury at Walden

homes. Whats most appealing

about our new collection, says

Sales Manager Tracie Sartori, is

that homeowners can still have the

premium quality construction and

finishes synonymous with our single-

family homes, at a much lower cost.

Cardels paired homes have paved

rear lanes and are on lots that allow

for large backyards and a garage

up to 24-ft. wide. The innovative

and modern exterior architecture

creates a cool urban vibe and

homeowners, who are not limited

by colour packages, can select the

interior finishes that best suit their

personal style. Within the homes

youll find beautiful open concept

designs with oversized windows,

nine-ft. ceilings, hardwood flooring

and granite countertops and stainless

steel appliances in the kitchens.

Homeowners can choose from

six exterior styles and 10 modern

floorplans that range from 1,201 to

1,534 sq. ft.

Priced to sell, lot and home packages

start from the $350s and include

front yard landscaping and GST. To

learn more, visit the Cardel Homes

sales centre at 726 Walden Dr.

SE. Complete community details,

including interactive floorplans, can

be viewed at cardelhomes.com

LocationWalden

BuilderCardel Homes


Sales Centre726 Walden Dr. SE. Calgary

Contactcardelhomes.com

Walden home buyers have been thrilled with Cardels modern urban architecture and high level of design.

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CARDEL HOMES CONTINUES to

make a splash at Walden in southeast

Calgary with affordable urban living

on the edge of nature. Located

minutes from the recreational haven

of Fish Creek Provincial Park, Walden

offers convenient access to MacLeod

Trail, Stoney Trail and a host of retail

amenities. Within the community,

homeowners enjoy a ribbon of walking

Property Profile | CARDEL HOMES

paths, playgrounds, a naturalized

wetland and a clear water pond. Once

complete, the highly anticipated

Walden Gate Village Centre will feature

restaurants, shops and services and

become a vibrant hub to connect with

neighbours and friends.

Walden homebuyers have been

thrilled with Cardels modern

urban architecture and high level

of design. To date, the three-

bedroom 2,083-sq.-ft. Tandem

Bay, with unique three-car garage,

has been the most popular model

in the builders portfolio. Looking

to create greater value for first-

time homebuyers as well as

empty nesters wanting to downsize

Cardel has recently released an

exciting suite of affordable paired

Cardel Homes unveils value priced luxury at Walden

homes. Whats most appealing

about our new collection, says

Sales Manager Tracie Sartori, is

that homeowners can still have the

premium quality construction and

finishes synonymous with our single-

family homes, at a much lower cost.

Cardels paired homes have paved

rear lanes and are on lots that allow

for large backyards and a garage

up to 24-ft. wide. The innovative

and modern exterior architecture

creates a cool urban vibe and

homeowners, who are not limited

by colour packages, can select the

interior finishes that best suit their

personal style. Within the homes

youll find beautiful open concept

designs with oversized windows,

nine-ft. ceilings, hardwood flooring

and granite countertops and stainless

steel appliances in the kitchens.

Homeowners can choose from

six exterior styles and 10 modern

floorplans that range from 1,201 to

1,534 sq. ft.

Priced to sell, lot and home packages

start from the $350s and include

front yard landscaping and GST. To

learn more, visit the Cardel Homes

sales centre at 726 Walden Dr.

SE. Complete community details,

including interactive floorplans, can

be viewed at cardelhomes.com

LocationWalden

BuilderCardel Homes


Sales Centre726 Walden Dr. SE. Calgary

Contactcardelhomes.com

Walden home buyers have been thrilled with Cardels modern urban architecture and high level of design.


ASK AN EXPERT: by HEATHER RYAN

Q & A

Q&AAsk An Expert

Q: Weve heard about homzz.com, but how does it help during

the building process?

A: If you are building with Shane Homes or Creations by Shane

Homes, visiting the Homzz website ahead of time is a great way to

speed up your selection process at the Expressions Design Studio,

says Brenda Kasianiuk, social media, marketing and sales associate for

Shane Homes and Creations by Shane Homes.

Homzz is an online inspirational photo gallery featuring hundreds

of professional photos of kitchens, ensuites, fireplaces, entertainment

centres, wet bars, spindles and railing, showers and exterior elevations

by Shane Homes and Creations by Shane Homes, she explains.

Visitors can browse by floor plan model or they can view an

inspiration gallery of photos. Our site is similar to Houzz, but only

features photos from our homes. By browsing through the photos,

By Heather Ryan

Homzz.com makes designing your home easier

you can see a variety of design styles with unique finishings and

features to help you determine your preference.

Users are able to register, create a secure account and save all of

their favourite images in their own personal ideabook in one easy

to access location. From there you can easily share information with

family and friends. Homzz also has a social sharing feature, which

allows people to share images on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter,

Pinterest, and other social media sites.

Also, as a Shane Homes purchaser, when you book an appointment

with one of the interior designers to choose your interior and exterior

design selections you will be able to review your favourite photos

with them. This is very helpful in helping you find the right interior

and exterior selections to suit your personal style, Kasianiuk says.

One of the goals we had in designing Homzz was to include

photos of actual homes featuring the different options available on

our floor plans, she adds. By having photos, purchasers dont have

to try and visualize what the space will look like. This can help in

picking the model, choosing the options and designing their home.

This exciting design tool is available online 24/7. Just visit homzz.

com and navigate through the various Shane Homes and Creations

by Shane Homes homes and check out the Inspiration Gallery.

If you have any home related questions,

youre invited to contact Shane Homes at

[email protected].

Whether youre renting or buying,fi nding your next home has never been so easy.

startyour search here.

ASK AN EXPERT: by HEATHER RYAN

Q & A

Q&AAsk An Expert

Q: Weve heard about homzz.com, but how does it help during

the building process?

A: If you are building with Shane Homes or Creations by Shane

Homes, visiting the Homzz website ahead of time is a great way to

speed up your selection process at the Expressions Design Studio,

says Brenda Kasianiuk, social media, marketing and sales associate for

Shane Homes and Creations by Shane Homes.

Homzz is an online inspirational photo gallery featuring hundreds

of professional photos of kitchens, ensuites, fireplaces, entertainment

centres, wet bars, spindles and railing, showers and exterior elevations

by Shane Homes and Creations by Shane Homes, she explains.

Visitors can browse by floor plan model or they can view an

inspiration gallery of photos. Our site is similar to Houzz, but only

features photos from our homes. By browsing through the photos,

By Heather Ryan

Homzz.com makes designing your home easier

you can see a variety of design styles with unique finishings and

features to help you determine your preference.

Users are able to register, create a secure account and save all of

their favourite images in their own personal ideabook in one easy

to access location. From there you can easily share information with

family and friends. Homzz also has a social sharing feature, which

allows people to share images on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter,

Pinterest, and other social media sites.

Also, as a Shane Homes purchaser, when you book an appointment

with one of the interior designers to choose your interior and exterior

design selections you will be able to review your favourite photos

with them. This is very helpful in helping you find the right interior

and exterior selections to suit your personal style, Kasianiuk says.

One of the goals we had in designing Homzz was to include

photos of actual homes featuring the different options available on

our floor plans, she adds. By having photos, purchasers dont have

to try and visualize what the space will look like. This can help in

picking the model, choosing the options and designing their home.

This exciting design tool is available online 24/7. Just visit homzz.

com and navigate through the various Shane Homes and Creations

by Shane Homes homes and check out the Inspiration Gallery.

If you have any home related questions,

youre invited to contact Shane Homes at

[email protected].


Whether youre renting or buying,fi nding your next home has never been so easy.

startyour search here.

NORTHEASTCOMMUNITIES

01 SADDLESTONE DEVELOPER: Genesis Land Development Corp. BUILDERS: Genesis Builders Group www.saddlestonecalgary.com

02 SADDLEBROOK DEVELOPER: MLC Land Company BUILDERS: Elite Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Trico Homes

03 CORNERSTONE DEVELOPER: Walton Development Coming soon www.liveatcornerstone.ca

04 REDSTONE DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Broadview Homes, NuVista Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Innovations by Jayman, Trico Homes, Creations by Shane Homes, Shane Homes (Shane showhome to be built in spring)

05 CITYSCAPE DEVELOPER: Mattamy Homes BUILDERS: Mattamy Homes

06 SAVANNA IN SADDLE RIDGE DEVELOPER: Genstar Development Co. BUILDERS: Cardel Homes, Homes by Avi, Excel Homes, Acuri Homes


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NORTHEASTCOMMUNITIES

01 SADDLESTONE DEVELOPER: Genesis Land Development Corp. BUILDERS: Genesis Builders Group www.saddlestonecalgary.com

02 SADDLEBROOK DEVELOPER: MLC Land Company BUILDERS: Elite Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Trico Homes

03 CORNERSTONE DEVELOPER: Walton Development Coming soon www.liveatcornerstone.ca

04 REDSTONE DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Broadview Homes, NuVista Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Innovations by Jayman, Trico Homes, Creations by Shane Homes, Shane Homes (Shane showhome to be built in spring)

05 CITYSCAPE DEVELOPER: Mattamy Homes BUILDERS: Mattamy Homes

06 SAVANNA IN SADDLE RIDGE DEVELOPER: Genstar Development Co. BUILDERS: Cardel Homes, Homes by Avi, Excel Homes, Acuri Homes


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Outdoors

TURN YOUR LANDSCAPE DREAM INTO REALITYBy Brad Jackman

Have a plan. You can never call a company too early to plan

for the following seasons project. Many landscape companies

are limited in the number of jobs they can do in a season.

Having a plan and beginning the process early can allow for

your project to be started in your desired time frame.

1

WITH THE SUN SHINING AND TREES AND PLANTS blooming to life,

landscaping may be at the forefront your mind. Landscape 360

would like to highlight a few ideas homeowners can contemplate

before they begin the process. Hiring a landscape contractor

should be exciting and satisfying. However, this can be a very

discouraging time for some homeowners, unsure of where to

begin, what you want it to look like and who to talk to. Here are a

few tips to guide you through a satisfying landscape construction

experience and turn your landscape dreams into reality.

Hire a professional. Many homeowners underestimate the work associated with landscaping, or the knowledge

required to produce a quality outdoor living space.

Weekend warriors may be in for a surprise! It is important

to hire someone who has extensive experience in the

industry, and is a full service landscape company. Find

a landscape company that will complete the task from

start to finish and handle any subcontracting required.

Know your options. When deciding which landscape

company to hire, do your research. Ask to see their portfolio,

view their website, and look into some of the products

yourself. Most importantly, ask lots of questions. Landscape

construction can be done very differently. Hire a company

which uses quality equipment, utilizes the best products

available and installs everything professionally. Ask to speak

with former clients who have had similar projects to the one

youre considering. Your options include patios, lighting,

decks, walkways, garden beds, trees, plants and fences to

irrigation, drainage solutions, boulders, retaining walls, water

features, decorative concrete, outdoor cooking and fire pits.

Clearly, there are many choices and it pays to explore all

your options carefully.

A stylish functional yard can create a vibrant feel to your

home. Be the envy of the block and provide a sanctuary

for your family, friends and pets. Landscaping improves

your quality of life, increases the value of your home

and adds a little personal flare to your homes exterior.

Landscape 360 is a full-service landscape construction

company. Our philosophy is based upon professionalism,

quality, trust and respect.

Landscape 360 Professional Landscape Construction

403.452.0360, landscape360.ca Like us on facebook

Have a budget. It is important to understand that quality landscaping requires substantial investments of

time and money. Thus having a budget and planning

around that budget will be crucial. It is also not unusual

for work to be split up over consecutive summers,

easing some of the financial burden while creating your

backyard paradise. Depending on what is required for

labour, equipment and materials it may be more or less

of an investment one season to the next. However,

it is sometimes more cost effective to do the whole

project at once. Booking a consultation with a reputable

landscaper will allow you to see if your budget is in line

with your vision.

2

3

4

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Outdoors

TURN YOUR LANDSCAPE DREAM INTO REALITYBy Brad Jackman

Have a plan. You can never call a company too early to plan

for the following seasons project. Many landscape companies

are limited in the number of jobs they can do in a season.

Having a plan and beginning the process early can allow for

your project to be started in your desired time frame.

1

WITH THE SUN SHINING AND TREES AND PLANTS blooming to life,

landscaping may be at the forefront your mind. Landscape 360

would like to highlight a few ideas homeowners can contemplate

before they begin the process. Hiring a landscape contractor

should be exciting and satisfying. However, this can be a very

discouraging time for some homeowners, unsure of where to

begin, what you want it to look like and who to talk to. Here are a

few tips to guide you through a satisfying landscape construction

experience and turn your landscape dreams into reality.

Hire a professional. Many homeowners underestimate the work associated with landscaping, or the knowledge

required to produce a quality outdoor living space.

Weekend warriors may be in for a surprise! It is important

to hire someone who has extensive experience in the

industry, and is a full service landscape company. Find

a landscape company that will complete the task from

start to finish and handle any subcontracting required.

Know your options. When deciding which landscape

company to hire, do your research. Ask to see their portfolio,

view their website, and look into some of the products

yourself. Most importantly, ask lots of questions. Landscape

construction can be done very differently. Hire a company

which uses quality equipment, utilizes the best products

available and installs everything professionally. Ask to speak

with former clients who have had similar projects to the one

youre considering. Your options include patios, lighting,

decks, walkways, garden beds, trees, plants and fences to

irrigation, drainage solutions, boulders, retaining walls, water

features, decorative concrete, outdoor cooking and fire pits.

Clearly, there are many choices and it pays to explore all

your options carefully.

A stylish functional yard can create a vibrant feel to your

home. Be the envy of the block and provide a sanctuary

for your family, friends and pets. Landscaping improves

your quality of life, increases the value of your home

and adds a little personal flare to your homes exterior.

Landscape 360 is a full-service landscape construction

company. Our philosophy is based upon professionalism,

quality, trust and respect.

Landscape 360 Professional Landscape Construction

403.452.0360, landscape360.ca Like us on facebook

Have a budget. It is important to understand that quality landscaping requires substantial investments of

time and money. Thus having a budget and planning

around that budget will be crucial. It is also not unusual

for work to be split up over consecutive summers,

easing some of the financial burden while creating your

backyard paradise. Depending on what is required for

labour, equipment and materials it may be more or less

of an investment one season to the next. However,

it is sometimes more cost effective to do the whole

project at once. Booking a consultation with a reputable

landscaper will allow you to see if your budget is in line

with your vision.

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3

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01 MYSTIC RIDGE DEVELOPER: La Vita Land BUILDERS: Calbridge Homes www.mysticcalbridge.com

02 CURRIE BARRACKS BUILDERS: Crystal Creek Homes, Empire Custom Homes, Avi Urban, Calbridge Homes, Core Properties, Jayman Modus, Slokker Canada West

03 SPRING VALLEY DEVELOPER: Legend Developments

04 CRESTMONT DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Augusta Fine Homes, NuVista Homes

06 DRESSAGE IN SILVERADO DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, Augusta Homes

07 WESTLAND ESTATES BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, WestView Builders www.westlandestates.ca

08 WEST GROVE ESTATES DEVELOPER: Truman BUILDERS: Prominent Homes, Crystal Creek Homes, Lupi Luxury Homes, Augusta Fine Homes, West Grove Estates, Shane Homes, Truman Homes

09 SHAWNEE PARK DEVELOPER: Cardel Homes BUILDERS: Cardel Homes www.cardelhomes.com

10 WEST GROVE POINT DEVELOPER: Truman BUILDERS: Sane Homes and Truman Homes

11 ASPEN WOODS ESTATES DEVELOPER: Springbank Land Company Ltd. BUILDERS: WestView Builders, Truman Homes, Crystal Creek Homes, and Homes by Us.

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Property Profile | CREATIONS BY SHANE HOMES

CREATIONS BY SHANE HOMES recently opened two

new showsuites for its immensely popular street town

development Urbana in Nolan Hill.

The Deco and Turin showsuites are 1,510 and 1,368 sq.

ft., respectively, featuring modern design selections and

highly functional open floorplans.

The street towns may look smaller from the outside,

but once you step inside they feel much larger and

do not feel like a townhouse, says area manager Deb

Gearey. They feel like a single-family home because the

designs are so open and bright, as well as the stairs are

strategically placed, so theres no wasted space. There

is also a wide open space in the basement that can be

developed into additional living space.

The designs are very clever and were getting a really

great response from people, she adds. We just opened

the showsuites in mid-February and have already sold

several of the Deco models because people love the

design so much.

The Deco welcomes you home with a large front entry

that has two closets and windows surrounding the door

bringing in plenty of natural light, while spotlighted art

Urbana in Nolan Hill

Showsuites provide an all-inclusive package for

homebuyers

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niches fl ank the entry to the living

room for an elegant touch.

The open design of the living room

and central dining room is perfect for

entertaining, and the kitchen with its

large island ensures ample space for

serving family and friends. There is a

mud room o the kitchen and a half-

bath tucked around the corner from

the living room.

Upstairs, the owners suite is large

enough to accommodate a king-

sized bed, there is a good-size walk-

in closet and the ensuite features a

ve-ft. shower. Two generously sized

secondary bedrooms, a full bathroom

and a convenient laundry complete

the second fl oor.

The second showsuite is the Turin,

which is a best seller for us; its a nice

starting point for couples or young

families because of the price point

and the open concept, Gearey says.

People love the kitchen because

the peninsula can seat four quite

comfortably and there is plenty of

room to entertain.

The Turins front entry opens to

the living room that is made bright

by three large windows. There is a

spacious central dining room and a

niche by the stairs, which can hold

a hutch, hall table or a desk. The

modern U-shaped kitchen o ers

substantial counter space and storage

and there is a mud room with an

ensuite o the rear entry.

People love that this fl oor plan

o ers a large owners suite with

an ensuite that has lots of storage,

a large walk-in closet and a walk-

in shower, Gearey adds. Again

the design provides for spacious

secondary bedrooms, a full

and all starting at an a ordable price

in the $390,000s including GST.

Besides the new showsuites there

are two other street town models

available the 1,463-sq.-ft. Ardis and the

1,553-sq.-ft. Milan. A 1,368-sq.-ft. Aldyn

showsuite is also available for viewing.

Urbana in Nolan Hill street towns

are 80 per cent sold. For more

information, visit the presentation

centre at 519 Nolan Hill Drive, N.W.,

Calgary open Monday to Thursday,

2 to 8 p.m., weekends and holidays,

noon to 5 p.m., call Deb Gearey at

403.536.2315, or visit shanehomes.com

LocationNolan Hill

BuilderCreations by Shane Homes

Home TypeStreet towns

Sales Centre519 Nolan Hill Dr. N.W.

ContactDeb Gearey, 403.536.2315

MORE PHOTOS ONLINEypnexthome.ca/shane-urbana

bathroom and an upstairs laundry.

A number of buyers are also opting

to develop the basement to get a

fourth bedroom.

Urbanas collection of 96 two-

storey street towns feature a double

detached garage, front and rear

landscaping, a patio, a chain-link

fence and, most importantly, no

monthly condo fees.

As well, exceptional standard

features abound such as nine-

ft. main-fl oor ceilings, granite

countertops, stainless steel

appliances, tile backsplash, upstairs

laundry with full-sized washer/dryer


Property Profile | CREATIONS BY SHANE HOMES

CREATIONS BY SHANE HOMES recently opened two

new showsuites for its immensely popular street town

development Urbana in Nolan Hill.

The Deco and Turin showsuites are 1,510 and 1,368 sq.

ft., respectively, featuring modern design selections and

highly functional open floorplans.

The street towns may look smaller from the outside,

but once you step inside they feel much larger and

do not feel like a townhouse, says area manager Deb

Gearey. They feel like a single-family home because the

designs are so open and bright, as well as the stairs are

strategically placed, so theres no wasted space. There

is also a wide open space in the basement that can be

developed into additional living space.

The designs are very clever and were getting a really

great response from people, she adds. We just opened

the showsuites in mid-February and have already sold

several of the Deco models because people love the

design so much.

The Deco welcomes you home with a large front entry

that has two closets and windows surrounding the door

bringing in plenty of natural light, while spotlighted art

Urbana in Nolan Hill

Showsuites provide an all-inclusive package for

homebuyers

PHO

TOG

RAPH

Y BY

EYM

ERIC

WID

LIN

G P

HO

TOG

RAPH

Y

niches fl ank the entry to the living

room for an elegant touch.

The open design of the living room

and central dining room is perfect for

entertaining, and the kitchen with its

large island ensures ample space for

serving family and friends. There is a

mud room o the kitchen and a half-

bath tucked around the corner from

the living room.

Upstairs, the owners suite is large

enough to accommodate a king-

sized bed, there is a good-size walk-

in closet and the ensuite features a

ve-ft. shower. Two generously sized

secondary bedrooms, a full bathroom

and a convenient laundry complete

the second fl oor.

The second showsuite is the Turin,

which is a best seller for us; its a nice

starting point for couples or young

families because of the price point

and the open concept, Gearey says.

People love the kitchen because

the peninsula can seat four quite

comfortably and there is plenty of

room to entertain.

The Turins front entry opens to

the living room that is made bright

by three large windows. There is a

spacious central dining room and a

niche by the stairs, which can hold

a hutch, hall table or a desk. The

modern U-shaped kitchen o ers

substantial counter space and storage

and there is a mud room with an

ensuite o the rear entry.

People love that this fl oor plan

o ers a large owners suite with

an ensuite that has lots of storage,

a large walk-in closet and a walk-

in shower, Gearey adds. Again

the design provides for spacious

secondary bedrooms, a full

and all starting at an a ordable price

in the $390,000s including GST.

Besides the new showsuites there

are two other street town models

available the 1,463-sq.-ft. Ardis and the

1,553-sq.-ft. Milan. A 1,368-sq.-ft. Aldyn

showsuite is also available for viewing.

Urbana in Nolan Hill street towns

are 80 per cent sold. For more

information, visit the presentation

centre at 519 Nolan Hill Drive, N.W.,

Calgary open Monday to Thursday,

2 to 8 p.m., weekends and holidays,

noon to 5 p.m., call Deb Gearey at

403.536.2315, or visit shanehomes.com

LocationNolan Hill

BuilderCreations by Shane Homes

Home TypeStreet towns

Sales Centre519 Nolan Hill Dr. N.W.

ContactDeb Gearey, 403.536.2315

MORE PHOTOS ONLINEypnexthome.ca/shane-urbana

bathroom and an upstairs laundry.

A number of buyers are also opting

to develop the basement to get a

fourth bedroom.

Urbanas collection of 96 two-

storey street towns feature a double

detached garage, front and rear

landscaping, a patio, a chain-link

fence and, most importantly, no

monthly condo fees.

As well, exceptional standard

features abound such as nine-

ft. main-fl oor ceilings, granite

countertops, stainless steel

appliances, tile backsplash, upstairs

laundry with full-sized washer/dryer

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