FALL 2023
PARADE of HOMES
SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 15, 2023
TOUR 120 NEW HOMES
CANADA’S BIGGEST AND BEST PARADE OF HOMES
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Welcome to Summerlea, a neighbourhood that’s as rich in diversity as it is in community spirit. With an extensive pedestrian network, central green spaces, and easy access to surrounding parks, Summerlea helps residents stay active and keep connected with nature and each other. Choose from a wide variety of lot dimensions, home sizes, housing styles and custom options in an environment where you and your family are free to be yourselves. Explore Winnipeg’s freshest, most welcoming community at Genstar.com/Summerlea #WeAreSummerlea NEW LOTS JUST RELEASED LIVE LIFE WITH COLOUR
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As you visit our Parade of Homes show homes, we encourage you to talk to the representative showing the home about unique features and what makes that particular home special. Visiting our Parade homes and talking to sales agents about different options and features will help you to find that perfect fit for you and your family. These show homes represent the best in home design and construction available anywhere in Canada. In addition to the Fall Parade of Homes magazine, you can also find even more information on the Parade show homes at the MHBA’s website. Just go to www. homebuilders.mb.ca and click on the “Parade of Homes” section to find all of our Fall Parade of Home entries. You can also follow the MHBA and Parade of Homes on Instagram and Facebook for news, fun contests, updates and show home features. Be sure to look for and use the hashtag #PARADEOFHOMESMB to find the latest Parade posts. Despite the ongoing challenges we’ve had to face, Manitoba’s new home construction industry continues to be a strong and important part of our provincial economy. MHBA member builders and suppliers are constantly keeping up to date on the latest technology, trends and building techniques to ensure that your new home offers the highest level of quality available. Enjoy the 2023 Fall Parade of Homes and thank you for visiting.
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elcome to the 2023 Fall Parade of Homes. The Manitoba Home Builders’ Association is proud to
MONDAY TO THURSDAY: 5 TO 8 P.M. SATURDAY & SUNDAY: 1 TO 5 P.M.
present our annual exhibition of new homes. With 120 new homes on display this fall, the MHBA’s showcase remains the largest and best Parade of Homes in Canada. The Fall Parade of Homes provides a unique opportunity for visitors to learn about the latest trends in new home and interior design, the hottest new home technology and building materials, and to potentially find their new dream home. This year, we are proud to showcase 27 different builders in the Fall Parade in 24 communities across Manitoba. This amazing array of Parade show homes featured during the Parade is open for your viewing pleasure. Once again, Parade show homes are available to visit by booking an appointment with the builder outside of the Parade hours for your own private viewing.
* Show homes are available for viewing by appointment outside of Parade hours.
Lanny McInnes President & CEO Manitoba Home Builders' Association
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President and CEO Mike Power Editor Jennifer McFee Director, Advertising, Lifestyles Charlene Adam Art Director Tammy Mitchell Contributing Writers Jim Bender Sherry Kaniuga PARADE of HOMES FALL 2023 SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 15
ith 120 new homes to peruse, there’s much to see and do over the next few weeks. Delve into the 2023 Fall Parade of Homes W It’s the moment we’ve been waiting for — the 2023 Fall Parade of Homes is now underway! BY JENNIFER MCFEE
Wendy King Janine LeGal Todd Lewys Kristin Marand Jennifer McFee Judy Owen Lindsey Ward Photography Darcy Finley Todd Lewys Judy Owen Supplied
be well attuned to notice what’s new in paint, windows, appliances and more. Homeowners can also glean tips for decorating their new abode and preparing their garden for winter. At the same time, you can learn about important topics such as energy efficiency, home security and home insurance. Everyone loves a parade, so take some time to discover the fabulous features in the 2023 Fall Parade of Homes.
This magazine will help guide you through some of the must- see neighbourhoods and display suites throughout the province with a full list of the Fall 2023 Parade of Homes show homes. If you’re interested in the latest dream designs, keep reading to learn more about today’s trends in everything from bathrooms to backsplashes. When you’re visiting Parade entries, you’ll
THE 2022-2023 MHBA BOARD OF DIRECTORS Jason Jaquet | Chairperson Randall Homes Ralph Oswald | Past Chairperson Oswald Construction Ltd. Spencer Curtis | 1st Vice Chair Hilton Homes David Eggerman | 2nd Vice Chair Qualico Leanne La Riviere | Secretary/Treasurer Steinbach Credit Union Ihor Barwinsky Gypsum Drywall Interiors Ltd. Laurence Rosenberg The Accurate Technology Group Jared Jacobson J&G Homes Ltd. Scott McKee McMunn & Yates Andrew Reimer All Fab Building Components Arin Comack Ventura Custom Homes Dave Boles Genstar Development Corp. Parade of Homes magazine is published on Treaty 1 Territory and the homeland of the Métis Nation.
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FALL 2023 Contents PARADE of HOMES
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10 SHOW & TELL
94 NEIGHBOURHOOD SPOTLIGHT MEADOWLANDS in West St. Paul 100 HOME SECURITY GETS SMART Proactive approach
DISCOVERY HOMES 341 Ken Oblik Drive
22 SHOW & TELL A&S HOMES
37 Chimney Swift Way
26 WHAT'S NEW IN
to safety and well-being
HOME APPLIANCES Ideas to suit your style and space
104 HOME DÉCOR Tips to try and pitfalls to avoid
30 RANDALL HOMES MARKS 40 YEARS
110 SAVE ENERGY
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Efficiency Manitoba’s New Homes Program 116 NEIGHBOURHOOD
A look back at the last four decades
36 PAINT TRENDS
SPOTLIGHT BELLAFIELD in Brandon
Choosing the right colours for inside and out
44 BENEFITS OF CONDO LIFE
122 BEAUTIFUL BATHROOMS Fall forecast for trends 130 GARDEN GOODNESS How to prepare your yard for winter
Condominiums continue to gain momentum
51 WARM AND
COZY AMBIANCE Hot options for fireplaces
134 MAKING A SPLASH
56 THE WONDER OF WINDOWS
Considerations for choosing a backsplash
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The latest in function and fashion
140 HOME INSURANCE Protect your main investment
63 SHOW HOME LISTINGS
Check out the highlights of more than 120 Parade of Homes entries.
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A&S HOMES 37 Chimney Swift Way
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Beautiful Lake Lots with Walk-Out & Look-Out Options With trails leading to a pergola and trails right outside your doorstep, Parkview Pointe is the perfect place to build your dream home. MAKE WEST ST. PAUL home
Phase 2 lots selling fast! Phase 3 coming soon
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A NEW HEADINGLEY community
FOREST GROVE E S T A T E S
Imagine entering your neighbourhood through a forest: The road meanders through the trees and opens up to a lake surrounded by beautiful homes. These lots have been architecturally designed to give each home a spectacular view.
Prime lots in Phase 1 now selling!
Just west of the Perimeter off Roblin Blvd.
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OAK BLUFF WEST
COMMUNITIES QUALICO COMMUNITIES
Community Thrives IN OAK BLUFF WEST
BY JENNIFER MCFEE
Jamie and Kelly Martin enjoy living in Oak Bluff West so much that they built a home there — twice. The couple first built a bungalow with Sterling Homes in 2015 and lived there with their son for three years. When they decided to have another child, they worked with their agents to build a brand-new two-storey home on a picturesque lot overlooking the wetlands in Oak Bluff West, just a street away from their previous home. In the fall of 2019, they moved into their Sterling home before welcoming their daughter in June 2020. “We are very happy with our Sterling home. It is the perfect home for our family. We have a beautiful view of the wetlands across the street that our main floor bonus room and upstairs loft look out to,” Kelly says. “The most wonderful aspect of our house is that there is a space for everyone in the family to enjoy, whether it’s relaxing or spending time together. It’s the perfect house for the kids to grow up, to host friends and family gatherings and,
JAMIE AND KELLY MARTIN BUILT A BRAND-NEW TWO-STOREY HOME ON A PICTURESQUE LOT OVERLOOKING THE WETLANDS IN OAK BLUFF WEST.
community gatherings,” she says. “In addition to the local amenities of Oak Bluff, residents have a short 10-minute drive to Kenaston Boulevard for all the conveniences of the city.” This fall, six bungalow show homes will be available for viewing on Longview Lane in Phase 5, showcasing new layouts and exterior features. This phase also includes a large wetland that will be surrounded by native grasses, plants and seating areas, as well as a pathway connecting to the existing trail network. “Oak Bluff West is an inviting community. From the moment you drive in, you can see and feel it. The beautiful streetscapes of homes are further complemented by the spacious yards where homeowners have created their own outdoor living space for playing or relaxing,” Reid says. “You’ll often find families and friends using the trails or spot kids riding their bikes, and it quickly becomes very clear why over 350 families have decided to call Oak Bluff West their home.” Visit our builders during Parade of Homes to gather a glimpse of the quality and comfort that awaits you in Oak Bluff West. Visit oakbluffwest.ca to learn more.
As Oak Bluff’s appeal continues to grow, residents are already embracing the new enhancements to the community. Brad Erb, reeve of the RM of Macdonald, highlights the increasing excitement surrounding the recently opened splash pad and the 74-space daycare within Oak Bluff. “The new daycare brings much-needed capacity for children in the area, and the location couldn’t be better with the nearby school and splash pad,” he said. “The splash pad is the first step in developing an outdoor recreation space in Oak Bluff that will increase opportunities for residents throughout the municipality to get outside and network with others during the summer months.” Tara Reid, sales and development manager for Qualico Communities, notes that the rec centre is also a valuable facility in Oak Bluff. “The recreation centre is busy year-round with winter and spring sports as well as a variety of other organized activities and
most of all, it feels like home.” Oak Bluff West is a charming
neighbourhood within the larger Oak Bluff area. As part of the community, Oak Bluff West residents have easy access to nearby amenities such as banking, dining, gas, coffee shops and much more. “What attracted us to this neighbourhood is the wide open spaces, bigger lots and walking paths along the naturalized wetlands to enjoy the outdoors,” Jamie says. “It’s a nice community outside the city but still close enough to drive in for work or shopping. I feel like it’s a tight-knit community where everyone is friendly and watches out for one another.”
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REACH FOR MORE
At Oak Bluff West you can leave the rush of the city behind, while all of life’s more urban pursuits are still just a stone’s throw away.
Building your home on our wider-than-average lots gives you a deeper yard, more privacy, increased interior light and a great amount of design flexibility. Roam limestone trails for fresh air and exercise or to walk your kids to the established K-8 school, the new daycare facility and the community splash pad. Expand your horizons with wide-open views of naturalized wetlands and prairie countryside all around you. Plus, you’ll get a good deal more for your investment – from excellent lot value to lower property taxes.
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SHOW & TELL PARADE OF HOMES SPOTLIGHT
DICOVERY
“This home shows what’s possible when a lot of time and effort is put into creating a home that offers a well-balanced design.”
– REID BOLES, SALES REPRESENTATIVE
FAIRVIEW A 341 KEN OBLIK DRIVE DISCOVERY HOMES
Family-friendly with style
BY TODD LEWYS
SPECIFICATIONS
Families looking for a new home often think that if a home is family-friendly, it will come up short on style.
– 2,271 sq. ft. – Two storeys – 4 bedrooms – 3 bathrooms – 2-car garage
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“The idea behind the design of this home — it’s called the Fairview A — was to show that you don’t have to sacrifice style when you design a home to be family-friendly,” he says. “This home shows what’s possible when a lot of time and effort is put into creating a home that offers a well-balanced design.”
iscovery Homes’ 2023 Fall Parade of Homes show home at 341 Ken Oblik Dr. in Prairie Pointe
shows that style and family-friendly function aren’t mutually exclusive, says Reid Boles, sales representative for the two-storey, 2,271-square-foot masterpiece.
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341 KEN OBLIK DRIVE IN PRAIRIE POINTE ❖ DISCOVERY HOMES
Tempered glass panels allow light to flow more freely between the upper and lower levels.
PHOTOS BY TODD LEWYS
A spice kitchen makes everything easier with the extra range, sink, counter and cabinet space.
That well-balanced design starts in the foyer, says Boles. “Families will love how the home starts off. There’s a hallway to the right of the foyer that contains a flex room that could be used either as an office or bedroom,” he says. “The bedroom can easily be used as an in-law suite, as there’s a four- piece bath next door plus a sitting area to the left of the front door.” Another feature placed neatly to the rear of the expansive island kitchen also adds to the home’s family-friendly design: a spice kitchen. “Granted, it’s an upgrade, but it really adds a space that provides large families with an added dimension of utility,” he says. “Even if you don’t have a large family, it’s a great space to have for entertain-
which were used in previous versions of the home,” Boles explains. “The tempered glass panels not only dress up the staircase better, but they also allow light to flow more freely between the upper and lower levels.” Once upstairs, the glass panels — and huge floor-to-ceiling windows in the voluminous great room (which comes with a soaring 18-foot ceiling and gorgeous entertainment unit) — come squarely into play.
ing guests. It just makes everything easier with the extra range, sink, count- er and cabinet space.” Then, as if to prove the home isn’t all about family-friendly function, Discov- ery’s design team put in a spectacular space directly across from the versatile kitchen/dining area. “The great room is just a stunning space. In this case, tempered glass panels with black railing border the staircase instead of traditional spindles,
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341 KEN OBLIK DRIVE IN PRAIRIE POINTE ❖ DISCOVERY HOMES
A sliding patio door on the back wall in the loft to the rear leads out to an optional front balcony.
“First of all, the view down to the great room is just incredible,” he says. “Thanks to the glass panels, light just floods upstairs from the win- dows in the great room plus a huge window over the stairs and a sliding patio door on the back wall in the loft to the rear. It leads out to an optional front balcony.” Suffice it to say the walk to the primary bedroom is exhilarating, with a 15-foot- long catwalk with tempered glass border creating a light-filled entryway to the beautifully isolated space. “Parents will love the primary bed- room,” he says. “It has its own private covered balcony through a sliding patio door on its side wall, as well as a large walk-in closet and a gorgeous ensuite. It’s a spa-like space that offers a deep soaker tub and custom walk-in shower with frameless glass surround. Both the tub and shower share a beautiful custom tiled wall.” Boles says the Fairview A is just one of many creative yet practical home designs that Discovery Homes has on offer for families. “We can customize any of our plans to your family’s wants and needs — it’s up to you as to what you want to do with a home,” he says. “Just tell us, and we’ll do it.” He adds that Discovery Homes builds in many neighbourhoods, from Prairie Pointe to Highland Pointe to the Trails of West St. Paul and River Springs Grove. “We already have land available in Forest Grove Estates in Headingley. And if you have a title to land any- where inside or outside the city, we’ll build on it,” Boles says. “You can count on us to build you a home that’s filled with style and func- tion — and that meets your every need and want.”
The primary bedroom has its own private covered balcony through a sliding patio door on its side wall.
The spa-like ensuite offers a deep soaker tub and custom walk-in shower with frameless glass surround.
PHOTOS BY TODD LEWYS
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LADCO
COMMUNITIES
COMMUNITIES
Options For Everybody LADCO OFFERS
BOTH COMMUNITIES OFFER A VARIETY OF HOMES TO FIT DIFFERENT BUDGETS.
BY JIM BENDER
Whether you’re a newcomer to Winnipeg or you’ve lived here your whole life, Ladco commu- nities offer a range of appealing housing options. Its latest developments are Highland Pointe in the northern part of the city and Prairie Pointe in the south. “A driving force with new-home communities or new-home develop- ment is immigration,” says Michael Carruthers, Ladco’s manager of land development. “We do see that there’s lots of em- ployment opportunities in Winnipeg. Immigration, certainly in the medium term, is going to be fairly strong, so this translates to strong and varied ethnic communities in our developments.” Since it launched in 2021, Highland Pointe has been bustling with activity. “We’re entering into our second stage of house building and we’re servicing Phase 3,” Carruthers says. “Phase 2 includes 317 single-family, duplex and townhome lots. We’ve developed a park with a play structure and a picnic shelter. It’s pretty new,
quite a variety of housing in both of our communities, from townhomes to amenity single-family lots with homes on the lake and everything in between. We’re trying to be inclusive and provide a variety.” Some multi-family developments are also being planned with an apart- ment complex underway in Highland Pointe next year, he adds. For Carruthers, who has been with the privately owned company for going on 18 years, it’s satisfying to see the projects progress from beginning to end. “The best thing I like about this is that you get to see things from start to fin- ish. It takes a long time for a community to go from planning to completion. I re- ally enjoy the process from the assem- bly of the land, through the planning and approval processes, followed by servicing and the final output of house construction,” he says. “It’s a long process but, with this job, I get to watch it all go through.” Visit www.ladco.mb.ca to learn more.
but it’s a busy place. There’s lots of activity out there.” Highland Pointe is conveniently located close to the Seven Oaks Hos- pital, the Wellness Institute, an indoor soccer complex on Leila Avenue, Kildonan Park and Kildonan Park Golf Course, as well as a number of shop- ping malls. Likewise, Prairie Pointe in Waverley West has also been active since it launched in 2015. “We’re about halfway through Prairie Pointe. We’re servicing Stage 7,” he says. “It’s a large community, about 640 acres and about 3,000 lots. It will be a big community when it’s done.” Both communities offer a variety of homes to fit different budgets. “We try to provide a mixture of housing, so we have single-family lots that back onto parks and lakes that are higher-end amenity homes,” Carruthers says. “We also have standard single-fam- ily front drives. We’re bringing on townhomes, duplexes and smaller single-family lots also. So there is
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SAGE CREEK
QUALICO COMMUNITIES
COMMUNITIES
NO MATTER WHAT AGE OR STAGE OF LIFE YOU’RE IN, THERE’S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE IN SAGE CREEK.
Sage Creek Continues To Blossom BY JENNIFER MCFEE
Duhamel park and playground. The Village Centre continues to
towards independent seniors. “Construction is currently underway for the 178-unit assisted living building. In addition, the building will have heated underground parking,” he says. “The Meadows will provide high quality food, weekly housekeeping, activities and more. It will be focused on taking care of its residents and providing excellent services in a beautiful building.” Key amenities include an open dining room, private dining sky lounge that will be also available to the residents of Sage Creek for rent. The facility will feature a gym with fitness classes, theatre room, multi-purpose rooms, games room and outdoor patio area. The spacious suites will include in-suite laundry, dishwashers and private balconies. “We are currently working with the Sage Creek Residents’ Association and Qualico Communities to provide a rental space for special occasions,” Janzen adds. “All occasions will have access to in-house catering.” Adding to the excitement, Reid says the Division Scolaire Franco-Manitobaine will open a French language K-8 school on Witham Road in Phase 8. The school, which is expected to open in September 2024, will accommodate 450 students as well as a 74-space daycare program. No matter what age or stage of life you’re in, there’s something for everyone in Sage Creek.
blossom around Burning Glass Road and Sage Creek Boulevard while the entire community grows at an exponential rate, Capasso says. “The Village Centre features a wide range of shopping, convenience stores, groceries, dining, professional and lifestyle services. It’s a fulfilling destination for residents and visitors alike,” Capasso says. “Sage Creek is a great community in Winnipeg. It is vibrant and friendly. It has a strong sense of community and the residents take pride in the neighbourhood.” Sage Village, Sage Creek’s first apartment-style condominium project built by StreetSide Developments, is under construction and now pre-selling. “It will offer 73 two- and three- bedroom units in a five-storey building. The building will include underground parking, a fitness centre as well as an owners' lounge,” Reid says. “The location is perfectly situated within the Village Centre, which offers easy access to retail and service amenities as well as the trail connections for getting out and enjoying the communities’ open spaces.” Looking ahead, The Meadows Retirement Residence will join the Sage Creek community in 2025. Adam Janzen of Janzen Projects, the developer responsible for The Meadows, said this project is geared
With everything from parks and trails to businesses and shopping, Sage Creek offers something to suit every taste. Tara Reid, Qualico Communities’ sales and development manager, says Sage Creek was designed with open spaces and community amenities in mind. “The community is home to more than nine kilometres of trails that are usable 12 months of the year and lead to destinations such as Ron Duhamel Park, several mini playgrounds, a dry pond nature trail and the Village Centre,” she says. “Residents from all corners of Sage Creek are connected to the trails, parks and naturalized spaces so it’s easy to get outside to play, exercise or just enjoy nature.” At the same time, the community continues to add attractions and amenities. Frank Capasso is president of the Sage Creek Residents’ Association, which has been instrumental in working with stakeholders to build a state-of-the-art pump track in the new Phase 10 park, as well as enhancements to the Ron
Visit sagecreek.ca to learn more.
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amazing
VISIT A SHOW HOME TODAY! Show Homes open year-round. For hours and information, please visit sagecreek.ca. Sage Creek is a trailblazing community bursting with energy and life. EVERYTHING YOU WANT IN A NEW HOME Whether you are looking for a front driveway, a rear lane, a duplex, a condo or a custom build, consistent quality is the hallmark here, evident in the contemporary designs, lasting materials, new technology and attention to detail.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED NEARBY A network of paths and trails throughout the community connects you to Sage Creek’s Village Centre – offering a growing list of shopping, dining, fitness and professional services – all just minutes from home. EXPLORE BUILDING NEW IN SAGE CREEK – IT’S FULL OF POSSIBILITIES.
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FOXRIDGE
BUILDER PROFILE
Custom Designs For Curated Living WITH FOXRIDGE HOMES
BY KRISTIN MARAND
sense — and you can experience that in all of our show homes. Our homes always have plenty of space, storage and areas to organize your belongings — and we take into account the busy lives of today’s families.” Not only are Foxridge Homes impec- cably styled and finished, but they are backed by a comprehensive warranty program and a new service program called ServiceQ. ServiceQ is a central- ized warranty service and one point of contact for all post possessions to provide exceptional service. In addi- tion, Foxridge offers flexible financing options to address the expanded cus- tom-home building timeline, to help you bridge the gap between the sale of your existing home and your new home possession date. Foxridge has the ability to build on any lot you may have in mind, in Winnipeg or the surrounding areas. It also has access to a carefully curated, exclusive selection of lots in the most appealing new communities including Sage Creek, Bison Run, RidgeWood West, Oak Bluff West, Taylor Farm, Grande Pointe and Parkview Pointe. If waiting on a custom build doesn’t suit your needs, Foxridge has a wide selection of custom-designed move-in ready homes at various build
Foxridge Homes has been building high quality homes in Winnipeg and surrounding ar- eas for more than 30 years and 2023 marks the fifth Parade of Homes as a custom builder. This fall, Foxridge Homes, a Qualico company, will be introducing four new home concepts including three new bungalows and a new two-sto- rey. Foxridge is continually bringing new curated designs to Winnipeg’s streetscape and this year it will be introducing some Nordic-inspired home designs with luxury details you haven’t seen before. “When building with Foxridge, you can truly customize your home for the life you lead,” says Colleen Chaput, Foxridge marketing manager. “We have home concepts to customize for any buyer, and you can also design your own home with our team of experts.” Foxridge homebuyers have access to DesignQ, a 4,000-square-foot design centre, to choose exclusive exterior and interior selections for your home. A designer will work with you and walk you through the entire process to find the right style and fit for your family’s needs. “Being a member of the national Qualico family strengthens our team while we work with you one-on- one to build your custom home,” Chaput says.
access to top national brands, higher quality materials and finishes, unique financing options, a comprehensive home warranty program and premium lots in the best communities.” Three hallmarks of designing a home with Foxridge include sustainability, healthy home solutions and smart home technology integration. Ener- gy-efficient and socially responsible features encompass state-of-the-art options in lighting, heating and cooling, electricity, air quality, water conservation and more. Foxridge’s health-conscious features such as eco-friendly paint, radon protection, optimal air filtration and heat retention provide peace of mind. Foxridge Homes works exclusively with Inspire Audio Visual, experts in smart home technology, to give you the power to customize and control your home’s tech from full home automation to individualized features like audio, lighting, home theatre and video options, advanced security, sur- veillance and energy management. “While we follow the latest design trends, our homes are always function- al and comfortable,” Chaput says. “Our homes have the right flow and every square foot is maximized. They make
stages in multiple communities. For more information and to explore their floorplans, visit their website at foxridgehomeswpg.com.
“This also increases our buying power to give you
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Where Life Happens Find your playground
Unmatched Quality Green Bow TM Approved quality comes standard in every A&S home. Use our Green Bow TM Approved checklist to compare with other show homes and read up on more than 20 additional features. Find the checklist and discover how we build quality into every home at ashomes.ca
A&S SHOW HOMES
THE SHORECREST 825 Blvd De La Seigneurie in Bonavista 3 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms 2-storey | 1,416 sq. ft. THE STONEBROOK 56 Goodman Drive in Highland Pointe 3 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms 2-storey | 1,327 sq. ft. THE OSPREY 37 Chimney Swift Way in Tourond Creek 3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms Bungalow | 1,582 sq. ft. THE ASHA 17 Prairie Sage Street in Meadowlands 4 Bedrooms | 3 bathrooms 2-storey | 2,067 sq. ft. THE HAMPTON 352 Parkview Pointe Drive in Parkview Pointe 4 bedrooms + loft | 3 bathrooms 2-storey | 2,100 sq. ft.
THE ONYX 13 Harvest Lane in Tourond Creek 3 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms 2-storey | 1,473 sq. ft. THE CAMDEN 18 Thrush Street in Highland Pointe 4 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms 2-storey | 1,912 sq. ft. THE DEVANSHI 16 Firestone Drive in Prairie Pointe 4 bedrooms + loft | 3 bathrooms 2-storey | 2,050 sq. ft. THE SAFFRON 88 Cornerstone Heights in Meadowlands 3 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms 2-story |1,387 sq. ft. THE BEAUMONT 30 Gottfried Point in Canterbury Crossing 3 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms 2-storey | 1,783 sq. ft.
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BISON RUN
QUALICO COMMUNITIES
Bison Run Takes Strides IN WINNIPEG SOUTH
BY JENNIFER MCFEE
The community of Bison Run is on pace to be a popular place to call home in south Winnipeg. Located in Waverley West, Bison Run is Qualico Communities’ newest community, and Phase 2 lots are now selling. “Bison Run is really starting to take shape with many homes under construction, along with the first multi- family project,” says Tara Reid, sales and development manager for Qualico Communities. “As this community grows, the variety of housing options will make it the perfect place for people at many different stages of life.” In addition to housing diversity, Bison Run will offer plenty of opportunities to get outside and enjoy nature, Reid adds. “With limestone trails and pedestrian- friendly roads, residents will be able to enjoy the public gathering places and connect to destinations such as schools, the future recreation campus and other amenities.” Bison Run is conveniently located near the University of Manitoba and currently has two schools within the community. Bison Run School opened its doors in January 2023 for kindergarten to Grade 8 students, while Pembina Trails Collegiate is opening for the 2023-24 school year for Grade 9 to 12 students. Together, these schools provide Bison Run residents with
BISON RUN IS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED NEAR THE UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA AND CURRENTLY HAS TWO SCHOOLS WITHIN THE COMMUNITY.
distance to current and future Bison Run amenities. “Esprit Townhomes is well thought-out with a three-bedroom layout aimed at maximizing space and ensuring functionality for everyday living while providing a more economical housing choice within Bison Run,” says Kelli Roach, senior sales and marketing manager of StreetSide Developments. For those who would like to take a closer look at all Bison Run has to offer, the fall 2023 show homes are located on Yasmin Ali Crescent and Siddiqui Ridge. “Be sure to visit the show homes to view a variety of architectural styles,” Reid says. “Each show home has been designed with the vision of ensuring a cohesive design standard across the community.”
a comprehensive educational journey from the ground up. “It’s rare to have a school built in a new community before the first house possession takes place,” Reid says. “Having both a K-8 school and a high school complete so soon after launching this new community is very exciting.” Reid encourages anyone interested in building in Bison Run to contact a builder from Qualico Communities’ participating builder group to place their name on the waitlist. Adding to the excitement, StreetSide Developments is looking to develop both two- and three- storey condominium townhomes and six-storey mid-rise condominiums over the next several years in the Bison Run community. StreetSide recently broke ground on Esprit Townhomes, which are three- storey back-to-back townhomes with private entrances and urban patios. These townhomes are conveniently located within walking
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STREETSIDE DEVELOPMENTS RECENTLY BROKE GROUND ON ESPRIT TOWNHOMES.
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A place to thrive A new community in Waverley West Bison Run is a dynamic community that’s ready for you, your family, and your evolving lifestyle.
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A variety of housing styles are already available in Bison Run – with more to come. From wetland walkout homes and rear lane homes, to duplexes and apartment style condos, there’s something for everyone. This vibrant area of south Winnipeg promotes an active lifestyle with pedestrian-friendly roads and limestone trails connecting to two new schools now open for K-8 and high school students, a future recreation campus, and other nearby amenities.
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SHOW & TELL PARADE OF HOMES SPOTLIGHT
A huge window on the great room’s rear wall and an extra-wide sliding patio door behind the eating area combine to allow tons of natural light.
BY TODD LEWYS Osprey soars in St. Adolphe
o matter what type of home they’re building — whether it be a single-family home, townhome or apart- For more than 40 years, A&S Homes has been an industry leader in home building in Winnipeg. There’s a reason for that. N Chimney Swift Way in St. Adolphe’s Tourond Creek exemplifies the company’s commitment to designing creative yet practical homes, says Chris Dudeck of Coldwell Banker Preferred Real Estate.
build,” he says. “This home — it’s a 1,579-square-foot bungalow called the Osprey — is one of our most pop- ular designs.” Part of the home’s appeal is that it has been built to last from the ground up. For starters, its foundation was wrapped with Delta MS foundation
ment-style rental — each design is meticulously crafted to offer a perfect balance of style and livability.
“The design team at A&S Homes puts a lot of thought into every home they
A striking new show home at 37
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37 CHIMNEY SWIFT WAY IN TOUROND CREEK ❖ A & S HOMES
PHOTOS COURTESY OF A&S HOMES
OSPREY
37 CHIMNEY SWIFT WAY A&S HOMES
SPECIFICATIONS
“The design team at A&S Homes puts a lot of thought into every home they build.” – CHRIS DUDECK, COLDWELL BANKER PREFERRED REAL ESTATE
- 1,579 sq. ft. - 3 bedrooms - 2 bathrooms - 3-car garage
AVAILABLE FEATURES
- Extra-large lot - 11-foot ceilings
- Pot lights throughout - Vinyl plank flooring - L-shaped island with quartz bar top - Large pantry and cabinetry - Tiled fireplace and entertainment unit - Ensuite with double vanities - Extra-large windows
membrane to ward off excess moisture.
double-door entrance with stone-clad pillars and a pretty peaked roof. “Note that the home has a triple at- tached garage,” Dudeck says. “That’s because the lot is 55 feet wide by 130 feet deep. It’s hard, if not impossible, to build a new home like this in the city because the lots are so narrow.” The garage is anything but ordinary, adds Dudeck’s sales partner, Garry Loewen of Coldwell Banker Preferred Real Estate.
Additionally, every A&S Home is built with engineered floor joists, 40-year shingles and prefinished aluminum fascia and soffit. Garages are also outfitted with pre-fin- ished metal-clad door trim. Then there’s the exterior of the home, which immediately commands attention courtesy of a stone-clad triple attached garage and a stunning
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SHOW & TELL
Just look at the size of the pantry.
PHOTOS COURTESY OF A&S HOMES
“It’s 32 feet by 24 feet and comes with oversized overhead doors plus an overhead door on its rear wall,” he says. “It’s perfect for bringing your boat in to store it for the winter.” The home’s extraordinary design con- tinues inside, where you’re greeted graciously by a spacious, naturally bright main living area filled with rich, luxurious finishes. “Ceiling height is 11 feet in the foyer and great room, and nine feet in the kitchen and eating area,” Dudeck notes. “A huge window on the great room’s rear wall and an extra-wide slid- ing patio door behind the eating area combine to allow tons of natural light to come inside and fill the entire area.” Add an ultra-navigable layout and rich, well-spotted finishes to the design mix and you have a main living area that’s a delight to spend time in, no matter
whether you’re relaxing, cooking or entertaining. “With its L-shaped island, the kitchen lends itself well to entertaining,” he says. “Not only that, but it also offers an impressive amount of cabinet and counter space. The grey tile backsplash looks incredible, and just look at the size of the pantry. It even comes with a window to add more natural light.” Loewen says the great room and eat- ing area are special spaces, too. “The entertainment unit in the great room is spectacular with its grey tile feature wall and linear electric fireplace. It’s ideal for visiting with company after dinner,” he says. “The patio door behind the eating area not only leads out to a large backyard deck, but there’s a bonus — there are no neighbours to the rear, and there
never will be.” Finally, there’s the Osprey’s bedroom wing, which starts off with a handy main floor laundry room. There’s also two good-sized secondary bedrooms — and its crown jewel, a thoughtfully designed primary bed- room, adds Loewen. “It’s tucked away beautifully, which makes for a very private area. You come in through a short hallway with a large walk-in closet to the right, a fea- ture that really isolates the bedroom,” he says. “Light streams into it through a huge south-facing window, and it’s finished off wonderfully by a gorgeous ensuite with a walk-in shower featuring white herringbone tile surround, vanity with dual sinks and a charcoal/white vinyl tile floor.”
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37 CHIMNEY SWIFT WAY IN TOUROND CREEK ❖ A & S HOMES
“The entertainment unit in the great room is spectacular with its grey tile feature wall and linear electric fireplace.”
A huge lower level with an additional 1,500 square feet of potential living space completes the home, which works well for families and downsiz- ers alike. Situated in Tourond Creek, a beautiful new community on the rise on the out- skirts of St. Adolphe, the show home’s location is enviable. “You’re just a 10-minute drive south
of Winnipeg on St. Mary’s Road or Highway 75,” Dudeck says. “It’s a safe, quiet community that has a K-8 school, good daycare facilities — more are coming — and a community centre and recreational facility. And shopping and services are 10 to 15 minutes away in St. Norbert and St. Vital. The Osprey offers excellent style and value and a great location for $674,900.”
– CHRIS DUDECK, COLDWELL BANKER PREFERRED REAL ESTATE
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Appliances
Home appliances What’s hot in
Nowadays, appliances can make a statement that’s tailored to fit your personal style and space.
BY JANINE LEGAL
Home appliances these days can have more than just a practical function. With the potential to serve as eyecatchers and conversation starters, furnishing splashes of colour and character that complement a personal esthetic, they can inspire creative choices.
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owadays, appliances can make a statement that’s tai- lored to fit your personal style and space — whether
door panels available in six colours and two finishes, an under-cabinet range hood in a classic ’50s design with a powerful motor and LED lights or a bronze-handled built-in convection French-door double-wall oven.
KRAIG BRADLEY, SENIOR SALES CONSULTANT, THE BRICK
it’s a bright pink countertop micro- wave, a refrigerator with customizable
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“Planning ahead is a priority when deciding on appliances for your home.”
Kraig Bradley has been working with builders and clients at The Brick for more than 25 years. A senior sales consultant, he appreciates being able to provide customers with valued products and information about anything they want to know regarding home appliances. Bargain-hunting Winnipeggers like a bang for their buck, and for those building a dream home within a budget, Bradley en- joys seeing that come to fruition. “There’s a lot more options than the Canadian public knows. We are fo- cused on saving you more,” he says. “That’s what I enjoy the most: being able to bring that to clients and customers.” Midnorthern Appliance, a banner within The Brick Commercial Divi- sion, specializes in widely ranging ap- pliance products. The Brick has been
in operation since 1971 and now has more than 200 stores and over 5,000 employees. That translates into an abundance of selection but, as with many other areas of life, being well-or- ganized is key. For Bradley, planning ahead is a priority when deciding on appliances for your home. “We need to have the specs for what you want in your kitchen, purchas- ing with enough lead time to make sure everything is here. Not every- thing is in stock, and many items and specialty packages have to be ordered in,” he says. “The pandemic has most definitely affected us. There are component issues in the manufacturing with some brands. There are still issues with parts, teaming up with differ- ent distributors around the world.
– KRAIG BRADLEY
and attractive, they can be intelligent too. Appliances with Wi-Fi capability now make up about 70 per cent of new home appliances. “It’s the way of the future. In the last five to six years, we’ve seen the most changes. With Wi-Fi, you have the capability of preheating the oven from wherever you are before you get home or you can turn off the oven from the couch. Most major brands have that capability,” says Bradley, about the ability for users to monitor appliances via a smartphone app. “Samsung is probably one brand that is truly a smart appliance brand. If you want a smart product, they’ve got it. Others are right there behind them.” The array of home appliances to choose from is vast, and beyond being functional and attractive, they can be intelligent too.
Our biggest thing is forecasting to have product here in time.” The array of home appliances to choose from is vast, and be- yond being functional
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Appliances
Appliances that are more fully inte- grated are also in demand, like dish- washers and beverage centres made to look like part of a pantry.
the people and create relationships with builders. He oversees multi-fam- ily projects, ensures quality control and does all he can to help create dream homes. He suggests customers — whether on a limited budget or wanting the best in appliances — visit the design centre at the Regent location as a great way to start envisioning appli- ances in their future home. “Values of teamwork, excellence and attitude form our culture in our commercial division,” he says. “We try our best to provide every unparalleled service.”
More and more customers are choosing electric induction cooktops, which apply instant heat and produce a more consistent temperature to evenly heat the bottoms of pots and pans. Appliances that are more fully integrat- ed are also in demand, like dishwashers and beverage centres made to look like part of a pantry. “They’re the true built-in cabinetry so you don’t see them,” Bradley says. “You don’t see the product unless you want to see it.” As a road rep, Bradley revels in getting out to dress up the show homes, meet
Though there is increasing interest in smart and efficient technology in home appliances, not everyone wants it. Some in the older demograph- ic have no use for the many new fea- tures and may only use half of them. For those customers, the more basic appliances without the smarts are quite satisfactory. Also popular —with throwback chrome accents and controls that are easy to use and keep clean — the retro electric range features the conve- nience of convection cooking, which circulates heat for even distribution to speed up cooking time.
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2023 Show Home Lineup
Fall Parade of Homes
92 Cornerstone Heights Meadowlands 15 Jerry Klein Drive Devonshire Park 466 Desrosiers Drive Canterbury Crossing
3 Lloyd McKinnon Way Sage Creek 224 Robert Bockstael Drive Sage Creek 26 Whitehorn Crescent Bonavista 353 Crestmont Drive Bonavista 150 Yasmin Ali Crescent Bison Run 276 Zimmerman Drive RidgeWood West
136 Cowley Street Meadowlands
340 Parkview Pointe Drive Parkview Pointe 47 Chimney Swift Way Tourond Creek
408 Grande Pointe Meadows Blvd Grande Pointe Meadows
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Randall Homes
40-YEAR MILESTONE Randall Homes marks BY JENNIFER MCFEE Randall Homes has much to celebrate this year as the family business marks 40 years of making homebuyers’ dreams a reality.
PHOTO BY EYECANDY LISTINGS
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It
all began in 1983 when Randy Jaquet made the transition from real estate to home building —
construction. Now his three sons represent the third generation in the family business. “Every year, their summer job is on the job site. My oldest son Colby is overseeing one of our condo projects in Sage Creek as a site supervisor. My middle son Brady is in the office working with the accounting department. My youngest son Dylan is where we all started, which is sweeping out houses and cleaning up the sites. Also, my nephew Blake is working with Dylan on the job sites,” he says. “Everybody puts in hard work in every aspect, and everyone’s important. There’s no one above anyone here.” In addition to three generations of the Jaquet family, the company relies on the expertise of many long-standing staff members.
(FROM LEFT TO RIGHT) MIKE BRAMBILLA, SERVICE MANAGER; GEORGE DATERRA, DRAFTING MANAGER; LEANNE BOUCHARD, ACCOUNTING MANAGER; JASON JAQUET, VICE-PRESIDENT; RANDY JAQUET, PRESIDENT; BARB ANDERSON, OFFICE MANAGER; VINCE CHEREPAK, PRODUCTION MANAGER FOR RANDALL SINGLE-FAMILY; GREG MCDONALD, PRODUCTION MANAGER FOR RANDALL MULTIPLE FAMILY AND AVANTI CUSTOM HOMES. In addition to three generations of the Jaquet family, the company relies on the expertise of many long-standing staff members.
a bold move during an era of dou- ble-digit interest rates. “He built the company over the years and kept expanding and gaining name recognition,” says Jason Jaquet, Randy’s son who now serves as the company’s vice-president. “We’ve always been very humble with where we started from. My father grew up in St. Vital and the running joke in the industry is that we’re just a small builder from St. Vital — and that’s the way everyone treats it here.” Growing up in the new home building industry, Jason got his start cleaning job sites as a teenager and worked his way through all aspects of new home
Randall Homes
10 YELLOW MOON CRESCENT Sage Creek The Preston — 2,200 sq. ft.
PHOTO BY EYECANDY LISTINGS
"We have some tradespeople who have been here for 30-plus years and now their children are taking over."
At the same time, Randy remains involved with the company he founded, although he’s enjoying a well-deserved reprieve from the day-to-day operations. “My father is still involved but he’s earned a semi-retirement down south. His vision was to provide good quality homes that people would be proud to own. We wanted to have longevity in this industry, which he’s provided,” Jason says. “Since I’ve been running Randall Homes, I’ve been doing things a little differently but still staying true to his vision.”
“Our office manager Barb started with my father 40 years ago. Our produc- tion manager Vince has been here for 25-plus years. George, our drafting manager, has been with Randall for 20-plus years. Our service department manager has been with Randall for 15-plus years. Leanne, who is our accounting manager, and Greg, who is the production manager of Avanti and multi-family, have been with Randall Homes for 12 years,” Jason says. “Our team has always worked well with each other. The tradespeople we have for Randall Homes have also been outstanding. We have some
tradespeople who have been here for 30-plus years and now their children are taking over. The loyalty that we’ve been able to earn from these trades- people is just amazing. Our suppliers that we have worked with from Day 1 to present have been great.”
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