Parade of Homes featuring the best of new homes in Manitoba, Canada
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Q 16 Parade of Homes Spring 2019 OAK BLUFF WEST PROMISES the BEST of BOTH RURAL and CITY LIVING For those looking for more space and the appeal of country living, Oak Bluff West promises this, plus city convenienc- es close to home. Located just minutes from southwest Winnipeg, Oak Bluff West features wider than average lots and open prairie skies with stunning views of its naturalized wet- lands. In addition to its close proximity to the city, homeowners here take advantage of lower property taxes and all the peace- fulness that a quiet setting can create. Tony Tryhuk and his wife Zen have been living in Oak Bluff West since De- cember 2015 with their three sons, who are 25, 19 and 16 years old. However, when first looking to build a custom home the Tryhuks were torn. Tony was born and raised in Winnipeg, while Zen hailed from Arborg, Manitoba. They wanted to give their children the experi- ence of growing up in a small town, but at the same time, ensure their family had all of the benefits of city living. What they were searching for was a tall order but the Tryhuk family found the perfect solution when they fell in love with a lot on Big Sky Drive in Oak Bluff West. With broad views of the nearby wetlands, this wide corner lot allowed for plenty of privacy. "We immediately felt this would be a nice place to live," says Tony Tryhuk. "Yet, it's still within minutes of every kind of amenity so it gives our family the best of both worlds." Building a new custom home gave the Tryhuk family a chance to translate the lifestyle they envisioned for themselves into the design of their ideal home. Dur- ing the development process Paradigm Custom Homes worked closely with the family to bring their vision to life. "Paradigm showed us everything that goes into their construction, including their remarkable attention to detail," he explains. "They were really open with us, allowing our family to come on site, which gave us the ability to make changes along the way. We were able to experience the space as it was being developed and to get a feel for what was on the plans and how they translated into an actual build." "As a custom home builder, our goal is to bring people's dreams to life," says Jeff Baertsoen of Paradigm Custom Homes. According to Baertsoen, building cus- tom doesn't need to be expensive. "It's about giving the customer the flexibility to get what they want by using our guidance to help them stay within their budget," he says. Three years later, Tryhuk has seen the community mature. "There's a real pride of ownership in Oak Bluff West and you can see it through the homes and their landscap- ing. Our neighbours hold block parties throughout the year and I'm always seeing people walking or jogging along the paths. It really builds on that sense of safety and community," says Tryhuk. "Oak Bluff West really is a connected community that continues to provide residents with plenty of room to stretch and grow," says Tara Reid of Qualico Communities. Development continues to progress in Oak Bluff West with the servicing of 70 new lots this spring. With show homes open year-round, interested buyers can visit the five participating builders' stunning homes located on Prairie Grass Lane. "Best of all, the design ensures that as the community grows, the natural beauty is sustained," Reid explains. Working full-time from his office in downtown Winnipeg, Tryhuk finds it a sharp contrast from their home's serene setting. "It's quite peaceful to come home from work and be able to overlook the naturalized wetlands and wildlife," says Tryhuk. "It's as though you're out in nature, yet you've got all of the conveniences of the city nearby." QUALICO COMMUNITIES — OAK BLUFF WEST "It's quite peaceful to come home from work and be able to overlook the naturalized wetlands and wildlife. It's as though you're out in nature, yet you've got all of the conveniences of the city nearby."