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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • September 5, 20088

Your Guide to New Housing Developments in the Columbia Valley

Sable Ridge Business Feature by Pioneer Staff Sable Ridge’s developer had a dream – to create a home away from home where people could enjoy mountains, water, fresh air and the idea of spending full days relaxing with family and friends in pure rustic elegance.

That dream has now come true, as the first woodclad building, topped with peaked roofs and dormers, is fully occupied with happy homeowners. The second building still has some units available – an 840-squarefoot two bedroom apartment; and a 930-square-foot two-bedroom with den combination.

In 1991, Sam Boguslavsky decided to provide Calgarians with value-added real estate opportunities.

That decision marked the beginning of Sable Developments. Since then, Sable has completed over a dozen successful developments in Calgary neighborhoods such as Mount Royal, Mission and Kensington.

From restoring a 1940s building on 17th Avenue to adding an entire floor of lofts to a building in Mission, Sable has earned a reputation as a quality developer by incorporating high-end finishings and focusing on the exceptional use of space.

In 2005 Sable Resorts was introduced to develop the same value-added opportunities for recreational real estate. Sable Ridge is one of the first Sable Resort endeavors, but will not be the last. A second project called Legacy on Mara Lake is now under construction in Sicamous, B.C. Every project that Sable launches will continue the original commitment to quality and excellence.

Exquisite high-end finishings make Sable Ridge stand out from the condominium crowd. Hardwood and tile, with a stone fireplace, create the perfect mountain getaway.

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The kitchen features granite kitchen countertops, knotty alder kitchen cabinets and a toffee-stained island wrapped with bead board.

Optional furniture packages are available, and it’s also your choice to purchase a fully-accessorized place complete with towels and bedding.

“Bring your golf clubs and you’re ready to move in,” says marketing director Lara Grimm.

The amenities are also a big drawing card for homeowners. A seasonal pool and two hot tubs are available for rest and relaxation. A 1,600-square-foot clubhouse complete with a statuesque fireplace and full kitchen can be used by residents any time, or rented for private parties.

Outside the clubhouse, take a swim in the pool, or soak in one of the two hot tubs. A barbecue area compliments the common area amenities, allowing owners and guests to get to know their neighbors.

Heated underground parking is also a bonus on those chilly winter days.

Of course, the amenities don’t end at the doorstep.

The south end of the project abuts The Springs Golf Course, and the famous Radium Hot Springs pool is just minutes away. The Village of Radium Hot Springs itself is perfect for pizza with the kids or a dinner out at one of the area’s fine restaurants. The Sable show home is open this weekend from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. For more information, call 403710-2348 or visit www.sableridge.ca.

Granite countertops and knotty alder cabinets add quality touches to this elegant kitchen.

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A magnificent two-storey fireplace adorns the common clubhouse.

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How to update your traditional home

By Cayla Gabruck Pioneer Staff The swing towards a more modern, streamlined look means that your traditional home might look a little dated.

Even if you love your carved wooden dining room table and your handsome bronze lamps, it might be time to interject a few contemporary touches. Here are some tips from the experts: “The most economical and easiest way is through accessorizing,” said April Trapp, interior/exterior designer at Design Cents in Fairmont Hot Springs. “Pillows, vases and artwork can add any dimension to a home.”

She suggests selecting accessories with bold colors, glass or stainless steel.

She also said that clean lines – “clean” meaning simple and elegant – will aid you in your switch, especially when it comes to furniture.

“Soft tones of greys and creams are also an easy way to accent any wall and bring modernization to your home,” she added.

April specializes in resort properties, including Bighorn Meadows in Radium Hot Springs. For information, call April at (250) 341-5649.

Deborah Fischer, owner of N’Deco in Radium

Clean and simple are the bywords of modern style.

Hot Springs, agrees that accessorizing is a key part of modernizing your home.

“Add bright accessories with geometric shapes and texture,” she said. “Furniture should have simple, clean lines with natural fabric. For soft fabric, stick with linens, cottons and wools.”

She also suggests repainting old furniture in colors such as black, gun-metal grey and white, along with

reupholstering furniture in bold colors such as red, purple and turquoise.

N’Deco is located in the Radium Plaza and offers new and innovative decorative accessories and signature pieces.

Sharon Muir, owner and designer for Muir Images in Invermere, agrees that changing paint colors can have a dramatic impact.

“This can extend anywhere from walls, to baseboards, trim and doors and can include refinishing existing cabinetry work,” she said. “Sticking to a fairly neutral palette is a good choice, and the earthy tones compliment our surroundings.”

Sharon also suggests updating kitchens and bathrooms by starting with a simple Shaker-style door front for the cabinets and adding contemporary hardware and lighting in a brushed nickel finish.

“Adding a tile backsplash, granite or laminate countertop, as well as new plumbing fixtures and appliances, completes the transition,” she added.

Her final suggestion for modernizing your home is to update your floors.

“Replacing carpet and linoleum with either hardwood or laminate, in combination with tile or slate, really creates warmth and texture,” Sharon said.

For more information call Sharon at (250) 3411545.

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Silence is golden in your valley home

By Pioneer Staff Peace and quiet are among the main reasons people want to escape from the city and spend time in their recreational home here in the Columbia Valley.

Before purchasing your new home, assess the neighbourhood and the proximity to traffic and boating.

Even if your house or condo is located in a busy spot (and remember, “busy” is relative) you can take measures to soundproof it: • Single glass panes and wood window frames are the least resistant to noise. Double pane glass can reduce noise by about 20 percent, while vinyl frames can reduce it up to 50 percent.

• A removable plug can block the sound coming through the window.

Measure the window frame and see how much depth there is to the window sill. This will determine the size and thickness of the soundproofing material. Check home building stores

for soundproofing materials available.

A plug should fit a window very tightly without any cracks. For easy handling, attach some handles to it.

• Insulation in the attic can not only help cut down on your heating bills, but it can help to soundproof your home.

Extra layers of asphalt roofing can also increase your home’s noise tolerance.

• In well-built homes you’ll notice that doors in a hallway don’t line up across from each other. This is to prevent sound from travelling across and through the open doors. Staggering entrances is one way of minimizing noise.

• At least 25 percent of a room should have some absorbent material, like carpeting or furniture, to reduce reverberation from footsteps. Special carpet padding and floorings are available for use in soundproofing. Blackout drapes also reduce noise.

• Add another layer of drywall. WAKE-UP CALL – The only sound you will hear on a valley morning is the chirping of Double drywall can substantially reduce the chickadees and other songbirds. You’ll come to appreciate the small sounds of nature, like the breeze in the treetops, in your valley home. noise in many homes.

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Bridge over tracks This amazing bridge was constructed to allow residents and guests from Spirits Reach to access the shore of Columbia Lake.

At the end of the bridge is a staircase leading to the water and to the Lakehouse, a common clubhouse for Spirits Reach residents.

Spirits Reach is located on the west side of Columbia Lake, south of Fairmont Hot Springs.

Photo by Sally Waddington

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