Parade of Homes

Whether you're building up equity in your first home, moving up or downsizing, builders are focused on meeting your needs — and exceeding expectations, with stan- dard features and finishes that were once considered added-on options. randall Homes owner Jason Ja- quet — whose products range from townhomes to higher-end houses — says homes are tailored to a fit a range of demographics. "With each target market, we look at what should be included in the various homes, from square foot- age to what features and options will be included in the price. It all depends on the type of home that a buyer is looking for." When affordability is a buyer's main objective, a townhome is one good option, says Jaquet. "With townhomes, we try to package everything into a home that offers good square footage, a nice cross-section of standard finishes, and most impor- tantly an affordable price," he explains. "Buyers are looking for value in the entry-level market segment. " When they're ready to move up, mid-range homes then reflect the price increase in terms of their size and amenities, he adds. "Buyers will get things like more square footage, a laundry room with a sink, and a cantilevered floor plan that provides extra usable square footage, a more upscale fit and finish and even features like larger windows. In short, we include even more val- ue-added features in such a home." Then there are the luxury homes from a broad selec- tion of builders like Maric, Artista, Arlt, Huntington and Avanti Custom Homes, an affiliate of randall Homes. "Those homes will include a ton of options such as colour-framed windows, built-in wooden shelving (rather than wire) in walk-in closets and pantries, multiple garage door options and more," says Jaquet. VarietY & Value Cont'd from page 19 Avanti Homes — 32 Big Sky drive 'th each target market, we look at what should be included in the various hes, fr square footage to what features and options will be included in the price.' Cont'd on page 26 20 Parade of Homes FALL 2016

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