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Presented by The Manitoba Home Builders’ Association SEPTEMBER 9 to OCTOBER 1 . 2017 PARADE of HOMES Fall

Celebrating 80 years

Presenting Canada’s top Parade of Homes Best in Show Homes

Welcome to the 2017 Fall Parade of Homes. The Manitoba Home Builders’ Association is proud to present our annual exhibition of new homes. With 133 new homes on display, the MHBA showcase remains the largest and best Parade of Homes in Canada. This year, the MHBA is celebrating its 80th anniversary as the voice of Manitoba’s residential construction industry. A lot has changed in Manitoba since our association was formed in 1937, and certainly how a newly constructed home looks, feels, and how homes are built have been reinvented numerous times over since then. But one thing hasn’t changed over the past 80 years, and that’s our members’ commitment to building the best quality houses for Manitobans. Manitoba’s population continues to grow and people from all over the world have identified our province as a great place to make their home. As our province grows, our communities become more vibrant, more diverse, and more welcoming. Manitoba’s new home construction industry is proud to play an important role in building a stronger Manitoba by building new homes and new communities right across our province. We are proud to showcase 41 different builders in this year’s Fall Parade, including two builders who are participating in their first Parade of Homes. Their show homes provide you with the finest examples of Manitoba

craftsmanship and creativity and represent the best in home design and construction available anywhere in Canada. 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. Follow the MHBA and Parade of Homes on Twitter and Facebook for news, updates and show home features. Following the Parade, we will be highlighting our Fall Parade award winning homes, so follow us to see if your favourite homes were award winners. 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 2017 Fall Parade of Homes and thank you for visiting. Lanny McInnes President & CEO Manitoba Home Builders’ Association

THIS YEAR, THE MHBA IS CELEBRATING ITS 80TH ANNIVERSARY AS THE VOICE OF MANITOBA’S RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY.

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PARADE of HOMES Fall SEPTEMBER 9 TO OCTOBER 1, 2017

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Pat St. Germain VICE PRESIDENT SALES Grant Suderman MANAGER OF NICHE PRODUCTS Barb Borden COVER Jane Chartrand/Winnipeg Free Press DESIGN & COLOUR SERVICES Corinne Ball/Coral Enterprises CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Bob Armstrong Sharon Chisvin Wendy King Geoff Kirbyson Janine LeGal Todd Lewys

HOME EVOLUTION BUILDERS CONSTANTLY ADAPT TO CHANGING LANDSCAPE

Jennifer McFee Donna Minkus David Schmeichel Pat St. Germain Jim Timlick PHOTOGRAPHY Darcy Finley Marianne Helm Numerous Supplied

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MHBA BOARD OF DIRECTORS Spencer Curtis, Chairperson HILTON HOMES Andrew Reimer, 1st Vice Chair ALL-FAB BUILDING COMPONENTS INC. Tanya Maric, 2nd Vice Chair MARIC HOMES Dave Eggerman, Secretary/Treasurer QUALICO LTD. Alan Gray VACUFLO MANITOBA Janet Milne MILNE HOMES LTD. Laurence Rosenberg THE ACCURATE TECHNOLOGY GROUP

WHEN THE MANITOBA HOME BUILDERS’ ASSOCIATION (MHBA)

The typical new single-family home was just as homogenous.

WAS FORMED IN 1937, one Canadian family looked pretty much like the next — it was made up of one mom, one dad, and a growing brood of kids. The typical new single-family home was just as homogenous. It had one bathroom, often right next to the kitchen to minimize plumbing needs, a separate living room and two or three modestly sized bedrooms with compact closet space.

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Quality Construction’s attempt to break the record coincided with National Home Week in Canada, and served as a focal point for that year’s Parade of Homes in Winnipeg.

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>> IT’S BEEN 60 YEARS since a Winnipeg construction firm set a new national record for building a house in the fastest possible time — having maintained a breakneck pace while finishing, landscaping and decorating a two-bedroom home in just 19 hours and 10 minutes. Fast forward six decades, and both the house and the company are still here, proof of the foresight and industriousness that for years have kept the city’s housing market on the map. Back in 1957, on the evening of Saturday, Sept. 20, a crew of about 200 contractors and workers from Quality Construction Co. Ltd. (now Qualico) assembled at a property on Cherry Crescent in Windsor Park, where they were flanked by a giant one-armed clock that for the next 20 hours or so would mark their progress. At stake were the bragging rights behind Canada’s fastest home build, a record at that point held by a Toronto outfit that had completed a house in 21 and a half hours a few months earlier. Quality Construction’s attempt to break the record coincided with National Home Week in Canada, and served as a focal point for that year’s Parade of Homes in Winnipeg. Cont’d on page 42

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HOME EVOLUTION Cont’d from page 4

Canadian families have changed dramatically in 80 years, and change has accelerated over the last 20 years, thanks to cultural shifts and advances in technology. Home builders aren’t just keeping pace; they’re staying a few steps ahead of the curve to meet the needs of an increasingly eclectic market. In July, Statistics Canada released 2016 census data that showed one-person households were the majority for the first time, making up 28.2 per cent of the total and inching ahead of the nuclear family. Couples with children made up only 26.5 per cent of all households, and the

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proportion of Canadian couples with at least one child fell to an all- time low of 51.1 per cent. In Manitoba it fell to 47.7 per cent. Home builders are providing cozy courtyard homes and other attractive options for singles and small families, but there’s just as much focus on emerging trends.

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HOME BUILDERS AREN’T JUST KEEPING PACE; THEY’RE STAYING A FEW STEPS AHEAD OF THE CURVE TO MEET THE NEEDS OF AN INCREASINGLY

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Back in the day, kids left the nest once they were full-grown. Not any more. Today, 34.7 per cent of young adults aged 20-34 live with their parents. And then there are multi- generational families, defined as those with three generations in the same household. Made up largely of immigrant families who have grandparents living under the same roof, multi- generationals make up less than three per cent of households, but they are the fastest-growing segment of the market, and builders are creating flexible spaces to accommodate them.

“People are demanding some larger homes for their size of family,” says KDR Homes president Diego Vassallo, whose recent show homes have included five-bedroom options. “Eight to 10 years ago we were building homes with no more than three bedrooms for a two-storey. We might have the basement developed for teenage children.”

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There’s no one-size-fits-all solution, but recently Randall Homes introduced a collection of expandable homes, with larger windows, greater ceiling heights and more open spaces in lower levels to allow homeowners to add extra bedrooms or family rooms. “We’ve designed it so that the lower level is more functional for you in the home and you can decide how to use it,” says Randall vice-president Jason Jaquet, whose father, Randy, founded the company in 1983. “We’re always evolving and changing our models and our homes to suit the needs of the buying public.” The MHBA’s founders — Frank Lount, Henry Borger, Walter Senicki, Henry Pehrson, Frank Mager and A. W. Hagg — would be astounded to see just how much new homes have evolved since their day, with gyms, sprawling master en suites, massive windows, great rooms and wide-open kitchens with islands and acres of storage space. Even young second-generation builders like Jaquet and siblings Tanya and Peri Maric, whose parents Steve and Cathie launched Maric Homes in 1973, have seen vast improvements in design, energy efficiency and green building in their time, along with a surge in internet connectivity for everything from lights and entertainment systems to kitchen appliances.

HOME EVOLUTION Cont’d from page 10

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CONSUMERS ARE BETTER INFORMED ABOUT THE NEW MATERIALS AND PRODUCTS THAT ARE AVAILABLE.

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Peri Maric says some homeowners want to shoehorn as much technology as possible into their homes, while others want their homes to be retreats where they can be unplugged. “It’s either ending up being a very simple house or having a robot. There’s less of a middle ground nowadays.” energy efficient The building practices of MHBA members make Manitoba’s new built and renovated homes the most energy efficient in Canada.

Thanks to the internet, consumers are better informed about the new materials and products that are available. But Tanya Maric notes there’s also a trend toward improving older materials that had fallen out of favour, such as laminate flooring and arborite countertops. “There are some really green products that are coming out — the colour palettes are amazing,” she says.

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“Now there’s some fantastic laminates and there’s some fantastic arborites, and there’s lots of people looking back at design and using those old materials and making them fit in with the new technology.” Changing demographics have given rise to features such as spice kitchens, and both Randall Homes and Maric Homes are incorporating more accommodations for young adults, such as separate entrances to lower levels in their parents’ homes.

But they’re wary of hewing too closely to ever- evolving trends. “We try to do very clean and modern and subtle, but not anything too weird,” says Peri Maric. “We go for style, not for fashion. If you stick with style it can be timeless.”

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>> ONCE CONSIDERED off the beaten track, rural communities such as La Salle, St. Adolphe and Stonewall have become primary destinations for home buyers from the city. Warkentin Homes owner Melanie Snow says increasing numbers of Winnipeggers are looking seriously at buying a new home in Stonewall.

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IT’S NO LONGER MAINLY PEOPLE COMING BACK TO LIVE IN THE AREA THEY GREW UP IN. PEOPLE IN THE CITY HAVE WOKEN UP TO JUST HOW MUCH A COMMUNITY LIKE LA SALLE HAS TO OFFER.

Just south of Winnipeg, home buyers are flocking to developments in La Salle, such as Ventura Land Company’s Prairie View Lakes. “The number of Winnipeggers coming out to live in La Salle has been exponential of late,” says Ventura’s Tim Comack. “It’s no longer mainly people coming back to live in the area they grew up in. People in the city have woken up to just how much a community like La Salle has to offer.” Luke Wiebe, sales representative for A&S Homes in St. Adolphe’s Tourond Creek, says home buyers are rapidly catching on to the fact that you can get more bang for your buck outside city limits. “A good example is park lots,” he says. “In the city, you’ll pay anywhere between $150,000 and $170,000 for one. In Tourond Creek, you can get a big park lot for $115,000.” Response has been so strong that about 50 per cent of lots in Phase I of the Lombard North Group development have already been sold.

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“In the past, most of our customers came largely from the surrounding area,” she says. “A new trend has started where more people are coming from Winnipeg to have a look. And more and more people from Winnipeg are choosing to buy a home, either in Stone Ridge Meadows or Quarry Ridge Park.”

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WARKENTIN HOMES — 67 Stone Ridge Drive — Stone Ridge Meadows

ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY Cont’d from page 19

“It’s very affordable to live out here – lots start at $94,900, and you can get into a beautiful home for $349,900,” Wiebe says. “And because St. Adolphe is about 10 minutes from the south end of the city, it’s basically a suburb. You’re out in the country, but close to the city.” Ron Tardiff, Ventura’s sales representative in La Salle, says several factors are combining to draw more city folk out to rural developments. “The first attraction is the pocketbook,” he says. “In rural areas, lot costs are lower, as are taxes. And not only are lots cheaper, they’re bigger, with average lots in Prairie View Lakes being 60 feet by 156 feet, versus an average of about 40 feet by 110 feet in the city. “You get so much more in a home in rural developments. However, while that’s important, there’s another factor that’s drawing people to communities outside the city.”

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That factor, he says, is lifestyle.

“One of the biggest pluses of living outside the city is that the drive back home gives you time to decompress – you can think or listen to music as you’re driving home on the highway without being stuck in traffic. Then, once you get home, it’s quiet, and you have a big yard and home to enjoy. It’s also easier to get to know your neighbours because the lifestyle is so much more laid-back and relaxing.”

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Tucked in along the gently winding Assiniboine River just outside Winni- peg, is Taylor Farm – the newest of the Qualico communities. Home buyers and builders alike are breaking ground on this historic property in Headingley, with its majestic open spaces and tall na- tive grasses. Founded on a natural landscape with a carefully preserved basswood forest, the community also features an expansive system of trails and wetlands, and much coveted proximity to the Assiniboine River. Jason Jaquet of Avanti Custom Homes says, “It’s really exciting to be pioneering a new area like this.” He credits Qualico Commu- nities for once again setting the bar for what new home buyers ex- pect in a desirable, well-planned community. In addition to the tranquil surround- ings, wider lots are part of the archi- tectural guidelines that define Taylor Farm. One advantage of this greater width is the opportunity to build spacious bungalows. Jaquet says, “There’s been a demand for years so we’re glad that Qualico Communi- ties has done this.” Avanti is showcasing a 1,762-square- foot, three-bedroom bungalow with enough room to separate the mas- ter bedroom into its own wing. “The master bedroom will have a func- tional and elegant en suite, but it’s the overall flow of the home that’s really exceptional due to the large windows, distinctive entryway and vaulted ceilings throughout.”

Avanti’s show home features a con- temporary modern look with a com- bination of acrylic stucco, stone fea- tures, distinctive trims, placement of exterior lights, and exceptionally large tri-pane, low-e windows. Courtney Sims of Sterling Homes shares Jaquet’s enthusiasm for wider lots, showcased by Sterling’s 1,839-square-foot show home. “It’s usually difficult to accommodate a bungalow of this size within Winni- peg,” she says. “The buyer would typically have to pay a premium for the lot – if one was even available.” Taylor Farm’s Sterling show home also incorporates a host of innova- tive solar energy options. Hearth Homes has used the addi- tional space for some exciting new lifestyle features that allow home- owners to enjoy different aspects of up-country living. Hearth’s Liam Milne highlights the three-car ga- rage, which provides ample storage for a homeowner’s vehicles plus rec- reational ‘toys’ like boats, quads and snowmobiles. “This is a big attrac- tion for homeowners building out- side of the city,” says Milne. Hearth’s 2017 Parade of Homes show home also has a grand en- trance and higher ceilings, an ex- pansive front porch, plus unique fin- ishes including cultured stone. “The raised bungalow plan allows for a large size basement that, due to the higher ceilings, doesn’t have to feel like a basement,” Milne explains. Tara Reid of Qualico Communities emphasizes that larger lots allow

homeowners to reimagine their life- style. “Now they can think about a firepit or pool area in the backyard, or what unique things they want to do with their landscaping.” Taylor Farm’s architectural guide- lines not only uphold high standards of exterior design and materials, Reid says they also ensure that each home site connects with, and con- tributes to the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape. Reid is confident that Taylor Farm will be a good fit for a wide range of buyers, including growing fami- lies, empty-nesters, and due to the short commute and proximity to the James Richardson International airport, busy executives and profes- sionals. “One thing all buyers here have in common is the desire to be rooted in a community that gives them easy access to the city, yet has more emphasis on relaxed, country living,” says Reid. Lower taxes, no impact fees, and close proximity to many nearby ser- vices in Headingley and Winnipeg make the development an outstand- ing prospect for builders and home- owners. Taylor Farm has a focus on upstream living . Reid explains, “For us, this is the perfect way to capture this com- munity’s position on the Assiniboine River, the streams and wetlands that will flow throughout, as well as the design and quality of the homes that will be constructed here.”

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DIFFERENT Strokes

Unique details elevate show homes

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18 East Plains Drive — Arlt Homes, photos by Marianne Helm 2 East Plains Drive — KDR Homes, photos by Darcy Finley

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KDR HOMES — 2 East Plains Drive — Sage Creek

WE TRY TO HAVE SOME ELEMENTS THAT SPEAK TO PEOPLE AND REPRESENT SOME OUT-OF-THE-BOX THINKING.

KDR HOMES — 2 East Plains Drive — Sage Creek

>> NO TWO SHOW HOMES are alike but they all share one common trait — they’re continuously outfitted with both practical and off-the-wall details to demonstrate the latest and greatest materials and features. The actual construction is old hat for veteran builders like Frank Cotroneo, co-owner of Artista Homes. There’s no magic in pouring concrete,

framing up the second storey or running wires from the electrical box all over the house.

The secret sauce, however, is in the design.

“We try to have some elements that speak to people and represent some out-of-the-box thinking. People take notice of things like that. It’s not easy to achieve but it attracts people to (the homes),” Cotroneo says.

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ARLT HOMES — 18 East Plains Drive — Sage Creek

DIFFERENT STROKES — Cont’d from page 27

Cotroneo says the challenge facing builders is coming up with different ways of approaching various rooms or elements within those rooms that homeowners take for granted, or wouldn’t think of changing. Take a fireplace, for example. It’s a great thing to have in Winnipeg, particularly if you like your house nice and cozy in the winter and you enjoy the crackle of burning wood or the convenience of gas. But a fireplace is a fireplace, right?

“You don’t see a vertical fireplace very often. We just thought it was awesome when we saw it. It’s a challenge but we’re able to express our artistic side. We’re able to plan the house around the scenery and the lot that we have,” he says. KDR Homes’ show home at 22 Willow Brook Rd. is bringing the drama, with a red kitchen island and a glass stairwell feature that runs from the basement to the second floor. Another KDR show home in Sage Creek has little touches like deck access off the master bedroom and unobstructed lake views from both the great room and the huge galley kitchen, and a South Pointe entry boasts a home gym, spice kitchen and bar, so you never have to leave the house.

Wrong.

One of Cotroneo's designers wanted to make the space in a new Bridgwater Lakes show home at 40 Willow Brook Rd. unique, so he turned the gas fireplace on its side.

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THE CHALLENGE FACING BUILDERS IS COMING UP WITH DIFFERENT WAYS OF APPROACHING VARIOUS ROOMS OR ELEMENTS WITHIN THOSE ROOMS.

ARLT HOMES — 18 East Plains Drive — Sage Creek

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ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY Cont’d from page 20

Snow says having more space and less-stringent architectural guidelines gives home buyers more flexibility to stretch out. “People are free to build sprawling bungalows with triple garages — something you don’t see much in the city,” she says. “We get a lot of requests to build that type of home because it’s hard to do in the city with smaller lots and stricter architectural guidelines.” The inherent beauty of rural communities is also resonating with home buyers. “People are just naturally drawn to the country’s wide-open spaces,” Comack says. “We’re adding to that ambience in Prairie View Lakes with 25 acres of park space with trails designed to seamlessly connect the community. As beautiful as the area is now, just wait. It’s going to be absolutely stunning in five to 10 years.”

He adds that in time, La Salle and other rural communities will be places were people from all demographics can choose from a wide range of housing options. “We’re adding 38-foot-wide lots designed to hold condominiums and entry-level homes. It won’t be long before we can accommodate everyone, from first-time buyers all the way through to empty-nesters. Our goal is

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to create reasons for people to stay, or to come back,” he says, adding that La Salle’s family-minded, safe community is another draw. “There are a lot of neat things going on here.” With commute times in Winnipeg rising due to construction and other factors, Wiebe says prospective home buyers should take a serious look at buying a home in a rural development.

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Sometimes features are practical, beautiful and environmentally friendly. For example, Jason Arlt, president of Arlt Homes, says LED lighting is a popular feature in many of the houses he builds. “It’s cheaper to operate and you don’t have to change the bulbs as often. Ultimately for us, LED lights mean lower operating costs. It’s an easy way of being environmentally conscious because you don’t have to think too hard about it and people love that kind of an option,” he says. People also love options such as a rustic sliding barn door inside a home. Don’t worry, it won’t smell like horses, but it will sit outside of the wall on one side of the doorway. “It’s for an interior door to a room, sometimes to enter a den or a pantry. It’s an accent piece. It’s something people haven’t seen a lot of yet,” Arlt says. Customized shelving is an increasingly popular feature, too. Instead of a closet in a mud room, Arlt says exposed shelving where you can see all of the jackets, mittens, toques and sports gear can provide great access, particularly in smaller rooms. Acres of storage with custom shelving is also standard in Maric Homes show homes, along with oversized windows and doorways and custom-milled woodwork. One of five Maric show homes entered in the Fall Parade of Homes, at 259 Bonaventure Dr. East in Bonavista, has striking maple tongue- and-groove features on the kitchen bulkhead and under the kitchen island. A new product called Dekton — made from the raw materials used to

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produce glass, porcelain and quartz — gives the countertop and backsplash the appearance of natural veined stone, which is mirrored in the great room’s entertainment unit, along with another warm maple detail. The master en suite has another unique feature — two limestone sinks that work as an accent with the room’s olive-grey marble tile. If you’re in the market, put it near the top of your list. A Maric show home on Rose Lake Court in Bridgwater Lakes sold on the first day of last year’s Fall Parade. “We’re very excited for this crop of new show homes we’re building for 2017,” says Peri Maric, who is vice-president of architectural design. “They’re all architecturally adventurous, they’re all beautiful. We’re going for subtly spectacular. We want to have houses that jump out at you, that are very memorable.”

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VARIETY — LIFESTYLE

OPEN Range Choices are endless for new home buyers

By Jim Timlick

52 Bow Water Drive — Daytona Homes, photos by Marianne Helm 49 Tackaberry Way — A&S Homes, photos courtesy of A&S Homes

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YOU OWN THIS TOWNHOUSE AND A LOT OF PEOPLE LOVE THAT CONCEPT BECAUSE IT’S UNDER THEIR CONTROL. IT FEELS MORE LIKE BEING IN A HOUSE.

diverse housing mix that gives buyers a variety of choices in locations across the city. And they come at several levels of affordability. In Devonshire Village, Daytona Homes is developing 55 townhouse-style homes on Transcona Boulevard on either side of Chelston Gate that are ideal for entry- level buyers and empty-nesters alike. “There’s not a whole lot of brand-new townhouses that are not condos,” says sales consultant Michelle Van Den Bussche. “You own this townhouse and a lot of people love that concept because it’s under their control. It feels more like being in a house than an apartment-style condo. You have a lot more control. Plus, there’s no condo fees.”

DAYTONA HOMES — 52 Bow Water Drive — Bonavista

>> EVEN GOLDILOCKS would have no trouble finding a perfect fit during the Fall Parade of Homes. Whether you’re buying your first home, moving up, or downsizing, builders have something that’s just right for you and your budget. Luxury homes, side-by-side attached homes, townhomes, courtyard homes and condominiums are all part of a

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BONAVISTA: Serene. Active. Beautiful. Discover the perfect fit for your family in Bonavista, one of Winnipeg’s new- est and most highly-regarded neigh- bourhoods, brought to you in the 2017 Fall Parade of Homes by Gen- star Development Company.

Bonavista is the ideal setting for fami- lies who desire to connect with nature in a scenic suburban setting, designed using principles of sustainability, and inspired by the elemental beauty of our prairie landscape. In close prox- imity to Island Lakes, just a short drive from St. Vital Centre, Bonavista is ideally located away from the bustle of downtown, yet close enough to of- fer easy access to Winnipeg’s ameni- ties and major routes. At the heart of Bonavista is pictur- esque Fraipont Park , the centre point of the community, boasting amenities that are above and beyond the stan- dard fare for Winnipeg, including: - Naturalized wetlands where you can appreciate our prairie’s natural beauty. - Active transportation pathways and the pond-side boardwalk that promote relaxation, fellowship and wellness - An active park area, perfect for runners, dog walkers and yogis, as well as formal active spaces for or- ganized sports - State-of-the-art children’s play structures and modern outdoor furniture for picnics and relaxation.

One of the Park’s most striking and unique features is the Fraipont Park Lookout . Early birds on their sunrise runs and night owls on an evening stroll can pause atop the Lookout to take in the area’s natural beauty and prairie skies, making it a “must see” for any excursion. Fraipont Park provides many active transportation and recreational op- portunities for pedestrians and cyclists of all ages and abilities. Bonavista’s open roads and multi-use pathways are convenient and easily accessible. Active transportation pathways, cur- rently under development, will pro- vide connectivity both within and out- side the neighbourhood.

A number of innovative Winnipeg builders offer modern, unique and cutting-edge designs in Bonavista. The community’s contemporary ar- chitectural theme creates opportunity for a variety of refined, well-styled homes for individuals and families of every size and age. As Bonavista has been designed for low-impact devel- opment, sustainable living and natu- ral beauty, the impact on the area’s natural surroundings has been kept to a minimum, making this the perfect setting for your new dream home. Visit livebonavista.com to connect with a realtor, arrange a private view- ing and experience the art of modern suburban living for yourself.

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THERE’S A LOT OF PEOPLE … WANTING THE CONDO OR MAINTENANCE- FREE LIFE, BUT THEY’RE TORN BECAUSE THEY STILL WANT A BIT OF A YARD AND STILL WANT TO DECORATE OUTSIDE.

DAYTONA HOMES — 52 Bow Water Drive — Bonavista

Two show homes are on display, at 550 and 552 Transcona Blvd. Priced beginning at $279,900, they come equipped with all appliances, detached garage and a parking pad for a second vehicle. The two-bedroom units feature two huge master bedrooms with en suites and walk-in closets, with 1,217 square feet of space on the main floor, while the three-bedroom units provide slightly more room at 1,282 square feet on the main floor. Each home also comes with a 600-square-foot unfinished basement, and they have fully landscaped yards, back and front. However, owners can landscape their yards however they see fit — one buyer plans to build a three-season sunroom in their backyard.

“There’s a lot of people … wanting the condo or maintenance-free life, but they’re torn because they still want a bit of a yard and still want to decorate outside,” Van Den Bussche says. “This is kind of the best of both worlds because it’s a small enough yard to be able to maintain very easily yourself or hire someone inexpensively to take care of your yard for you.”

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DAYTONA HOMES — 52 Bow Water Drive — Bonavista

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A&S HOMES — 49 Tackaberry Way — Devonshire Park

For those who want to spread out, there’s a new selection of single-family show homes for growing families in 41 communities during the Parade.

In Devonshire Park, just north of Regent Avenue, A&S Homes is displaying The Charlotte, a two-storey, three-bedroom model that features a stone gas fireplace and built-in entertainment centre in the great room, walk-in pantry, powder room and two full baths, including a spa master en suite.

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FLEX ROOMS ARE NOW A COMMON FEATURE IN SHOW HOMES OF EVERY DESCRIPTION.

Show home models can be replicated in the neighbourhood of your choice. And they’re all about options when it comes to finishings and customizable floor plans. For example, a Daytona Homes show home at 52 Bow Water Dr. in Bonavista is being displayed with a main-floor den right now, but buyers can opt to build the same model

A&S HOMES — 49 Tackaberry Way — Devonshire Park

with a mudroom and walk-through pantry, a spice kitchen or even a pet wash in the space. Avanti Custom Homes offers a range of plans that buyers can use as a starting point to customize their dream homes. And flex rooms are now a common feature in show homes of every description. Whether you want to use the space as a home office, playroom or an additional bedroom, you can have it your way.

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Aside from the basement, which had been poured a few days prior, no work took place until the stroke of 5 p.m. that Saturday, at which point swarms of workers began their race against the clock. A photo taken just minutes after 5 p.m. shows work on the exterior walls was underway immediately; a half-hour later, teams had already started on the interior walls and rafters. Some of the walls were partially pre-fabricated, but what really gave the workers an edge over their Toronto peers was that almost every aspect of the Winnipeg build was finished ahead of schedule.

These days, the giant clock in the front yard is gone, but the “house in a day” still boasts an impressive curb appeal.

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Choose your preferred builder when you select a home site in La Salle’s new Bridgeman Estates. The location just south of Winnipeg takes care of many other choices home buyers typically have to make. Do you want a large home in natural setting? A small-town community vibe? Easy access to all the city’s amenities? HAVE IT ALL IN THIS FAMILY-FRIENDLY

facilitating development of the sustainable wetlands area and retention pond. In winter, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and ice hockey are popular activities, and you’ll have plenty of space to store your gear. With lot sizes averaging 95 feet wide by 165 feet deep, triple-car garages are the norm. Architectural controls and guidelines for your choice of Manitoba Home Builders’ Association member builders ensure attractive landscapes and spacious homes in the 40-lot development. AFFORDABLE COUNTRY LIVING MINUTES FROM THE PERIMETER. MAKE BRIDGEMAN ESTATES YOUR LIFESTYLE CHOICE.

NEIGHBOURHOOD ADJACENT TO THE LA SALLE RIVER. IT’S THE IDEAL SETTING FOR A DREAM HOME, WITH LOTS STARTING AT $139,900. IN FACT, THE THREE PARTNERS IN BRIDGEMAN DEVELOPMENT CORP. BOUGHT THE PROPERTY SO THEY COULD BUILD THEIR OWN HOMES THERE. Walking paths lead directly to town, which has an active community centre, curling rink, nursery school and kindergarten- Grade 8 school. In summer, drop a fishing line, paddle your canoe or kayak in the river, and enjoy your open backyard. Lake lots are available, and Native Plant Solutions, an offshoot of Ducks Unlimited, is

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Bricklaying the entranceway was expected to take four hours, but three men completed the job in three hours. It took only 50 minutes to anchor walls and 36 minutes to fit windows. The only aspect of the build that fell behind schedule was the drying-out of the joint fillers in the drywall construction, a process that took nearly twice the time allotted due to some unforeseen rainfall. In the end, the Winnipeg workers still beat the Toronto record handily, even managing to furnish their house a

mere 20 minutes after construction was complete.

The original owners of the home — who were on hand to survey the work during the marathon construction session in 1957 — moved in shortly after that year’s Parade of Homes display was over. These days, the giant clock in the front yard is gone, but the “house in a day” still boasts an impressive curb appeal.

WHERE DREAMS BECOME REALITY The Paradigm Custom Homes team is committed to working with you every step of the way to create a home that is perfect, no matter the size of your dream. Go ahead and think “out of the box”! Our custom home design team is ready to bring creativity to each build, staying ahead of the curve in quality standards and technology. They will have you “Arriving in Style” while creating a unique and customized look for your home. Visit our Fall Parade of Homes Showhome in Oak Bluff.

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RIDGEWOOD WEST Builds On Charleswood’s Charm

RidgeWood West celebrated its opening last fall, yet its popularity keeps growing. This special Qualico Communities neighbourhood fea- tures a backdrop of calming wet- lands, swaying native grasses, a connection to the Harte Trail, and a network of new paths on the south- west edge of much-loved Charles- wood. Homeowners here can expe- rience the beauty of nature, while enjoying the many conveniences of living in an established community. For many, this is also a chance to re- turn home to their favourite neigh- bourhood. “RidgeWood West is appealing to home buyers who either grew up in Charleswood or who have lived there for years and want to take advantage of building in an exciting new development,” says Courtney Sims of Sterling and Broadview Homes. “This might be younger couples looking for a place to locate their first home, or a family upgrading and looking to make it their long-time home.” Sims points out that being located within Charleswood means that not everything around your new home will be under construction. “This” she says, “helps make a new community feel like home much more quickly.” Sims also attributes its homey qual- ity to the fact that much of the com- munity’s landscaping — including wetlands, naturalized plantings and most of the trails — were put into place before building began.

“Qualico has a reputation for provid- ing well-rounded, quality communi- ties with their architectural guidelines, landscaping and overall design.” Tara Reid of Qualico Communities believes that the smaller scale, abun- dance of natural features, and inti- macy of the neighbourhood give it a unique charm. This no doubt has con- tributed to the fact that RidgeWood West showed impressive growth in its first year and is continuing to be a desirable and attractive choice for home buyers. There will be nearly 150 homes occupied in RidgeWood West by the end of 2017. “Phase 1A is almost sold out, and more of Phase 1B has just been re- leased,” said Reid. There are addi- tional phases planned, for those in- terested in future development. Sims says that despite the early de- mand, there are some very desirable locations available in RidgeWood West — including pie-shaped lots and lots backing onto the water — so buyers who have long held the dream of being able to build a new home in the heart of Charleswood have an incredible opportunity. The option of premium and custom homes means that potential resi- dents have an incredible range of new home designs and price points. “There are many different styles available,” said Reid, citing courtyard homes that include a rear detached garage and smaller yard as one of these unique and affordable options.

According to Reid, a goal for Ridge- Wood West was to provide options for a variety of buyers at different ages and stages of life. “That might mean a 1,300-square- foot bungalow or, for a larger family, a 2,000-square-foot two- storey home,” she said. One example of this was Broadview’s two-storey premium show home on Kelly Place from last season, which is more than 2,200 square feet and has some very modern features, includ- ing unique trim accents. “People walk in and absolutely fall in love with the plan and finishes,” Sims said. “We wanted something that stood out and this is a very popular home plan with outstanding sight lines.” For the 2017 Parade of Homes, Sterling Homes has unveiled a 2,500-square-foot two-storey custom show home on Chaikoski Court. It’s a modern design that highlights more of the high-end features available to- day. “This is one of our biggest and most grand plans,” Sims says. “If you want to see what Sterling can do, then you’ll want to see this home!” Like other builders in RidgeWood West, Sims is really excited to be a part of this standout Qualico com- munity. “RidgeWood West is great for the quality of the homes we want to show- case, but also for the quality of the community it’s giving our customers.”

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