Parade of Homes

homebuilders.mb.ca VALUE Our members possess the highest degree of skill and professionalism in the home building and renovations industry, providing you with peace of mind. Cont'd on page 42 For proof, look no further than the popu- lar Monterey model at 166 audette Dr. The two-storey, three-bedroom plan by Broad- view homes — one of three Qualico build- ers in canterbury Park and atwood Square — provides a stunning showcase for some of the modern innovations made to the show home's designs. The Monterey's plan comes standard with nine-foot ceilings on the main floor, as well as space for a den or office, a gour- met kitchen area with island and a sharp- looking great room with a built-in enter- tainment unit and optional gas fireplace. The walk-through pantry connecting the kitchen and laundry room is a particularly useful touch for busy homeowners who value convenience as well as comfort. There's built-in flexibility with a second- floor loft that can be converted to a fourth bedroom, and the contemporary front el- evation is characteristic of Qualico's trend toward modernity. "We're moving away from the more tradi- tional look," says Qualico sales representa- tive Jack hood, noting canterbury exteriors now feature concrete front porches with aluminum railings, stacked cultural stone and acrylic stucco, along with windows framed by shutters and Smart Start trim. "We're trying to make the front a little more modern and cleaner looking." all told, Qualico's builders offer more than 60 different plans to choose from, includ- ing bungalows, cab-overs, split-levels and two-storey houses. Kensington homes' Madison model at 170 audette St. is a bright, airy two-storey home with an open- concept kitchen and breakfast bar opening on to the great room. The three-bedroom show home boasts a convenient second- floor laundry room and spacious master bedroom and en suite that are designed for relaxation. There's a size to fit every family, with plans ranging from 1,200 square feet up to 2,100 square feet. and there's ample room for modifications and other personalized flourishes — most of which can be made at Qualico's 4,000-square-foot design cen- tre, where buyers can explore interior up- grades to everything from cabinets and countertops to floors. Qualico's green credentials are impeccable. all homes come standard with eco-friendly heat recovery ventilators (hrVs), high-ef- ficiency furnaces and 60-gallon hot water tanks. They're also equipped with r-50 in- sulation in the attics, and tri-pane windows throughout, meaning there's minimal air change even when Winnipeg winters cause temperatures to plummet. The community is adjacent to a host of amenities — including six schools with French immersion options, parks and rec- reation facilities, retail hub Kildonan Place and the big box clusters along the regent avenue corridor. its proximity to the Perim- eter highway affords easy access to cabin country, but as hood points out, Winni- peg's downtown district is still only 20 min- utes away. The same is true of atwood Square, one of the last remaining areas with room for new development near central Transcona. Prop- erties have been selling fast since construc- tion began last year. With most of the rear- garage lots already spoken for, Qualico representatives have turned their attention to a 14-unit cul de sac on Prychitko Place. Parade of Homes Spring 2014 41

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