Parade of Homes 2014

20I4

Northern Colorado

HBAPARADE OF HOMES

www.paradeofhomesnoco.com September 6 & 7 x September 13 & 14 x September 20 & 21 over 35 Northern Colorado New Homes to Visit & Tour

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Welcome Committee Members & Sponsors Index of Parade Homes & Ballot Community. What was old is new again.

Trending: Color Cues and Furniture Features Trending: Inside Out Family Planning Includes 70 Million Dogs Trending: Kitchens – Still the Hottest Room in the House The Parade of Homes Maps to the Parade of Homes Packing Up, Moving Out and Settling In Seamless. Wireless. Connected.

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970-232-3144 1550 E Harmony, 2nd floor Fort Collins, CO 80525 The Annual Parade of Homes is conducted by the NOCO HBA.The builders have created each home especially for the Parade and their floorplans are copyrighted and owned exclusively by the builders.

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Renderings and floor plan drawings are artist conception and may vary slightly from the actual home built. Listed prices are subject to change without notice. All builders are Equal Housing Opportunity builders.

Welcome to the 20I4 NOCO HBA Parade of Homes Our 2014 Parade marks the second year in a row following the recent hiatus from 2008–2013. Once again our Builders in Northern Colorado have put together an even bigger and better parade for your viewing.

This year, thirty-six premier homes are entered from a wide variety of builders who care about you and your living environment. You will find homes in every price range and in a variety of locations. We appreciate your visiting as many homes as you can and while you are enjoying the many new and exciting features, please be sure to take advantage of the prizes that go along with the Parade.

Fortunately, interest rates are still very low and now more than ever, it is the best time to take advantage of today’s Northern Colorado market as housing becomes more and more in demand in our wonderful place to live and work.

Enjoy the wonderful designs and finishes and learn about new energy efficiencies now offered. Not only will your time provide you with knowledge and education of today’s new home construction, but just may very well provide you with your next home for you and your family.

Sincerely, Bob D. Peterson GMR, CGR, CGP, CAPS 2014 NOCO HBA Chairman

thank you to our SPONSORS:

Bob D. Peterson GMR, CGR, CGP, CAPS 2014 NOCO HBA Chairman

Will Griffiths 2014 Parade of Homes Chairman

Gregory A. Miedema, Executive Officer

Comcast StrucSure Home Warranty DirectBuy DR Horton Heritage Title Company 4 Rivers Equipment The Lakes at Centerra imortgage Independent Plumbing Solutions, Inc. First National Bank Re/Max Alliance

COMMITTEE (left to right): Will Griffiths, First National Bank x Wendy Fleener, Northstar Bank Mortgage x Brandon Myers, Westmark Homes x Greg Smith, The Light Center Gene Gustafson, imortgage x Not shown: Lorri McGregor, Heritage Title x Missy Moss, BizWest x Sandy Powell, BizWest

JUDGES: A huge Thank You for visiting each home to assess design and livability. x Stacy Johnson, Windsor Economic Development x Mattias Borrman, Borrman Consulting x Jason August, NorthStar Synergies x Chuck Mayhugh, CRM Architects x Scott Glick, CSU Department of Construction Management

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Timnath # 1 spanjer homes 2968 Majestic View Drive / WildWing – page 22 # 2 Hartford Homes 6903 White Snow Court / WildWing – page 23 # 3 Village Homes 6334 Nokoni Court / West Village @ Timnath Ranch – page 24 # 4 Meritage Homes 6702 Rock River Road / Timnath Ranch – page 25

windsor

# 5 landmark homes 8202 Spinnaker Bay Drive, Unit B / Highland Meadows – page 27 # 6 ABBCO Builders 7310 Royal Country Down Drive / Highland Meadows – page 28 # 7 WestMark Homes LLC

6190 Bromborough Drive / The Turn at Highland Meadows – page 29

# 8 landmark homes 2174 Cape Hatteras Drive, Unit 1 / Water Valley – page 30 # 9 lennar homes 2098 Vineyard / Stonewater at Water Valley – page 31 # 10 Meritage Homes 2025 Tidewater Court / Water Valley – page 32 # 11 DR Horton 1973 Seadrift Drive / Water Valley – page 33 # 12 jack fisher homes 198 Veronica Drive / Greenspire – page 34

greeley

# 13 midtown homes 6318 W. 13th Street Road / Fox Run – page 35 # 14 baessler homes 3209 66th Avenue / St. Michaels – page 42

Tour Our Amazing Homes & Vote enter to win over $3,300 in prizes provided by • To enter, visit 5 homes and have the builder representative verify.

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• Drop your completed ballot in any official ballot box (one in each home).

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# 15 windmill homes 2362 Stage Coach Drive / Settlers Village – page 43

loveland # 16 Oakwood homes 3619 Idlewood Lane / Thompson River Ranch – page 44 # 17 Oakwood homes 4820 Silverwood Lane / Thompson River Ranch – page 45 # 18 Mcwhinney 4555 Long Pine Lake Drive / The Lakes at Centerra – page 46

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# BOUlder creek Neighborhoods

2792 Cub Lake Drive / The Lakes at Centerra – page 47 # 20 Tri pointe HOMES 2598 Cub Lake Drive / The Lakes at Centerra – page 48 # 21 Village Homes 2658 Indian Grass Place / The Lakes at Centerra – page 49

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# Wonderland homes 2621 Bluestem Willow Drive / The Lakes at Centerra – page 50

Visit this home September 13 & 14 or 20 & 21 (not open September 6 & 7). # 23 midtown homes 3237 Janus Drive – page 51

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# copper cliff homes hartford homes

4476 Radford Avenue / Enchantment Ridge – page 54

REFRESHING

# 25 highcraft builders 5200 North Monroe Avenue – page 55

REMODEL

fort collins

# 26 insignia homes – lorax 6703 Snowdon Drive / Registry Ridge – page 56 # 27 Meritage Homes 5602 Kadenwood Drive / Kechter Crossing – page 57 # 28 savant homes 3051 Denver Drive / Rigden Farms – page 58 # 29 Meritage Homes 3044 Percheron Drive / Rigden Farm – page 59 # 30 Bellisimo Inc. 2105 Nancy Gray / Bucking Horse – page 60 # 31 dr horton 1939 Blue Yonder Way / Bucking Horse – page 61 # 32 dr horton 1933 Blue Yonder Way / Bucking Horse – page 62 # 33 highcraft builders 218 South Overland Trail – page 63 # 34 highcraft builders 1205 West Mountain Avenue – page 64

Visit the three remodeled homes September 6 & 7 (not open September 13 & 14 and 20 & 21).

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REMODELS

# 35 Aspen Homes of Colorado 285 Boattail Drive / Auburn Estates – page 65

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What was old is new again.

by De Dahlgren

What if homebuyers didn’t have to choose between living in the perfect house or the perfect neighborhood? What if location, location, location meant perfect house in the perfect neighborhood?

Is it possible? Can it be true?

“It’s not only possible, it’s the principle upon which many master-planned communities are being built,” says Kim Perry, Vice President – Community Design for McWhinney. Then, the question becomes what is it that makes a community perfectly desirable?

Kim explains, “A community developer obviously has a lot at stake, and it would be very risky business to design on intuition alone. So, we use consumer research to see where homebuyers are heading with their buying decisions.” From the research has come a community, The Lakes at Centerra, that will provide the ultimate lifestyle experience at the crossroads of a well-designed physical environment and opportunities for social engagement.

Between 2011 and 2013 John Rogers Real Estate Consulting conducted a series of surveys that included over 50,000 responses to determine what homebuyers will want in their next home.

From multitudes of charts and percentages segmented by various demographic categories, the want-to-have trends emerged.

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The Want-To-Have Trends

Socially Speaking

In their ideal community people want to connect…and sometimes disconnect. They want opportunities for events that bring together people of diverse ages and cultures. They want to participate and have a voice in their community.

They want to be connected indoors by technology and outdoors by bike trails and dog parks. Fitness and fitness centers are important. Children’s parks, water features with opportunities to splash and play, rate high.

“Community comes together to create traditions and memories more or less organically,” Kim explains. “At The Lakes there will be a lifestyle director to encourage the growth of connections through activities and educational opportunities.

They want to walk, run and bike in that order of preference.

Time to enjoy nature and healthy pursuits is important.

As people live longer, more families, some 39%, will have someone from their extended family living with them.

Their preferred style is modern traditional with casual organic close behind as the second preference. Green features have perceived value if there are actual savings on monthly expenses from energy conservation. Socially conscious green features that are good for the environment also matter. They want functional homes with storage.

Nestled in Nature “McWhinney agrees the inventory is long,” admits Kim. “Fortunately, we had the ideal natural location around Houts Reservoir and Equalizer Lake to entice some of Colorado’s best builders who would create a range of quality home styles and designs.” The home products to be offered anticipated the desire homebuyers have to live in multi-generational, diverse socio-economic communities. Young families will enjoy larger homes with backyards and greenbelts as well as playgrounds. As couples age the opportunity to downsize to lower maintenance homes without leaving the community they love will be available.

“But,” she is quick to clarify, “participation will be absolutely optional.” The goal is to provide opportunity and let the sense of community grow from there. New residents will receive a formal welcome to the community as soon as a contract between builder and buyer is signed. The community center will offer wellness as well as social interaction. The operating principle will be to make connecting comfortable for every individual.

Social circles also feed on convenience. Kim laughs, “We aren’t just “close” to wonderful shopping and great health care facilities.

All those facilities are our neighbors. Right next door.”

A Great Place to Raise Kids With natural areas, bike paths, trails and playgrounds communities like The Lakes provide irresistible enticements for kids to get out and play. Meandering sidewalks create a walk-about pedestrian feel that, again, provides avenues for connection. As a great place to raise kids boomer-aged grandparents, who are drawn to where the grandkids live, will enjoy all the same amenities.

Tucked beneath a view of the Rocky Mountains nestled in nature, the community people want is coming to be at The Lakes. A community that looked back to see the best of past neighborhoods and added the best that is to come.

The homeowners association will actively solicit participation giving residents a voice while ensuring that the lifestyle that drew them to The Lakes will be maintained. With the High Plains Environmental Center nearby to consult on sustainable options for landscaping, the community and residents will be water smart. The HPC has helped McWhinney develop landscape plans that use native plants around turf-limited areas for further conservation.

Flow meters and water sensors will minimize water usage.

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Trending: Color Cues and Furniture Features

by De Dahlgren

Color! Color!! Color!!!

Furniture: A Four-way Tie

“The trend in today’s home décor? Color! It is definitely color and texture,” says Bill Kissock of Eastham Home Interiors. “When customers walk in the store, they rave about loving the color in our room vignettes, and they are looking for texture in fabrics as well as wallpaper.

Yes, wallpaper has made a comeback adding texture and color to walls.

“When it comes to furniture, comfort is the first prerequisite for furniture these days,” says Bill, “but quality is running neck and neck for top honors. Every piece of furniture has to be made well, sit well and perform well. And almost every piece has to be multi-functional.”

“But,” Bill continues, “Not to worry: the neutrals are still here. They just have new names starting with blue.”

Blue tops the list of today’s color trends. From navy, which seems to be the only jewel tone surviving in today’s great rooms, to frost, blue is tried and true. Whether at the deep, rich end of the spectrum or the palest of pale blues, designers and homeowners are splashing in the colors they love with the bright hots of fuchsia, coral and orange in accessories or smaller furniture pieces.

One of the age-old adages of color usage in a room has been to underscore the palette with three appearances of black. Brown is that foundational, neutral color these days, and, then, as the primary color in a room scheme, brown also runs a close second to blue as the trendiest.

Chocolate, coffee or pecan are the browns are being deliciously topped with deep sea aqua, pale water green or sunlit yellow.

The grays are ageless, and there are so many more than 50 shades. On walls in pearly pales or as a densely dramatic area rug on a maple floor the color of butter, gray has been holding strong for years. Gray tinted with red is warming; gray shaded with blue cools like a visual breeze. You go gray, Girl (or Guy). It’s anything but boring.

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Endurance for day-to-day usage is important as the sofa withstands the onslaught of the kids, the dog, an occasional wine spill here and a dab of mustard there. Fabrics need to be wipe-up cleanable as well as hold up to the wear-and-tear daily living demands of an active family.

Quality counts on the sustainability scorecard. The idea of throw-away sofas inhabiting landfills when their frames and springs give way in a year or two has been tossed out in favor of quality-built pieces that last. The chair

may get new toss pillows for a fresh look or the ottoman may be newly upholstered when the stuffing begins to peek out, but the basic build of the piece needs to withstand time.

Multi-tasking matters. Rare is the piece of furniture that performs a single function today. Count the ways people are using a single piece of furniture these days. The new-found functions are wonderfully creative and amazingly kind to family budgets. Even a sofa is often a cozy, toes-up, naptime bed, and multi-tasking is high on the features and benefits list for most other furniture buys, too.

The ottoman is no longer merely a foot stool. Omni-functional Otto Man, needs to not only rest weary feet, but also balance a bowl of popcorn and hold a Monopoly board. If he does wheelies around the room to go from fireside seating to sofa-side snacking, so much the better. He is loved for form and function.

A sofa table is a console for serving snacks buffet style as well as positioning a lamp at the right height for reading and working with a laptop as a once-in-a-while desk. As a skinny-minnie table in a breakfast nook, a sofa table fits the function perfectly. Plus, what beloved family kitty-cat can resist having a place in the sun atop a well-placed sofa table.

Who knew in the days of single-function furniture that the kitchen step stool, thinking it would live forever in the laundry room, would be so happy functioning as the foot rest under a sofa table desk with the cocktail ottoman nearby holding a cup of coffee while the dog snoozes on the couch whose fabric is carefree?

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Trending: Inside Out With extended sunny days, which in Colorado can be twelve months of the year, much of home life happens outside.

by De Dahlgren

Refrigerators…kegerators…burners next to grates on the grill….grills designed for longevity not a single season…. patio warmers…water features for aesthetics and watering the dog…herb gardens…privacy screens…comfort from morning coffee to evening fireside conversations. Seating as comfortable as the couch. Outdoor rooms are doing it all and extend a home’s living space.

According to Kim Perry, vice president for community design at McWhinney, consumer research validates the emphasis buyers are placing on living outside showing they will actually trade lot size for well-conceived outside living space. While privacy is valued, homebuyers also want to be able to connect with neighbors on walking paths and bicycle trails. It is a matter of social interaction and health for people who want walking, running and biking opportunities as part of their communities. They place high value on community, neighborhood connections and outdoor activities.

That brings the story back to gathering in the backyard for a barbeque party. Patios and decks are being designed with expansive, fully-equipped kitchens making the latest in outdoor rooms secondary cooking centers.

Zac Knuppel with Specialty Appliances, says, “With the range of new, well-priced outdoor appliances available, homes essentially can have two kitchens – one inside and one out.” The convenience offered with the addition of a

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counter, built-in grill and under-counter refrigerator for starters, makes it easy to cook outside almost every day of the year. What household couldn’t occasionally use an overflow kitchen when the cooktop is fully occupied, and the oven is working overtime?

“Over the last year,” Zac says, “We have had a surge of customers asking about heating stands and fire pits as well as many of the appliances traditionally reserved for indoor kitchens for their outdoor spaces.” The result is an outside living space with the comfort and utility of spaces inside.

John Ketchum, SA store manager, chuckles, “One of our suppliers has a convertible fire pit. Take out the fire bowl, put in the cooler bowl, and during the day – voila – a cooler.

When evening comes, flip the bowls, and everyone is cozy around the fire toasting marshmallows.”

What a concept! Here’s another: with more pets than children in many households these days, families are finding creative ways to include special features in backyard designs just for the four-legged family members. One such might be an exclusive watering bowl unobtrusively added to the side of a water feature. As the fountain flows, so does fresh water for Fido.

Family Planning Includes 70 Million Dogs

by De Dahlgren

Landscaping. Manscaping. Petscaping. The last word first appeared in print on the cover of Boulder County Home & Garden Magazine in the summer of 2013. It is logical step in landscaping considering more than 63% of people consider pets to be family members. Why shouldn’t the four-footed among families have a backyard that’s more than a bone yard?

According the Humane Society of the United States, dogs crave the company of family. Studies find that people with dog companions are healthier, get more exercise and are less depressed. For all they offer their humans dogs deserve a little backyard pay back. The added benefit is that petscaping features that fit their individual natures may even curb bad doggie behaviors.

Elizabeth Bublitz, who contributed to the Home & Garden article written by Ruthanne Johnson, is the founder of Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc., Colorado’s only child and pet friendly landscape company. A devoted animal lover and landscape designer, Elizabeth has been a pioneer in creating beautiful outdoor spaces with your pet’s safety and well-being in mind. And she has written a book, titled Pawfriendly Landscapes, available through Amazon.com. Pawfriendly is located in Golden.

Some of the ideas featured in the story included are not only from Pawfriendly but from dog owners themselves. Here are a few to consider.

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A running track for exercise makes the path-pounder happy in his or her rounds. Small gravel works best—larger than pea gravel, however, which splatters – to help avoid muddy paws in wet weather.

Clean, fresh water is vital.

Tip proof bowls are simple to provide. Ponds, fountains, a low-level bird bath fed by a low-water-use drip system are aesthetic and functional enhancements.

A water feature and ball park for the dog who loves water and chasing balls.

Soft grass for sun basking in favorite places will be appreciated. Toss indoor beds outside to air while providing another resting spot.

Provide shade under trees, pergolas or covered trellis for cool-down areas.

Plants are a special consideration. Consult with a landscape designer and a vet to find the best plants for a safe, endurable environment.

Check the ASPCA website (aspca.org) to learn what plants are healthy or toxic for dogs before planting.

Make sure there are windows on the world placed at eye height in privacy fences.

Dogs are sociable and curious and like seeing what’s happening in the neighborhood. Think of it as doggie television.

Build or buy a doghouse as refuge from the elements.

Face it away from prevailing winds and place it in a space protected from heat and cold.

It should be not too big so it’s cozy and not too small so stretching out is comfortable.

Create an overlook so dogs can keep an eye on all they want to survey. Curiosity may have killed the cat, but people, birds and squirrels are entertainment for dogs.

Create a place a dog will really dig. Hollow out a good-sized bowl and fill it with soft ground materials like sand, potting soil and vermiculite. Enticements like favorite toys that are buried encourage the use of the digging spot rather than the rose garden.

All this being said take to the streets with your dog. Get out on the trails many community developments like The Lakes in Loveland are offering. Make a visit to a dog park, also an amenity at The Lakes, or ones provided by city parks departments.

New friends will be found for both dog and partner.

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Trending: Kitchens – Still the Hottest Room in the House

by De Dahlgren

How popular is the kitchen? If the Queen Mother visited she would likely end up in the kitchen with her bum against a counter sipping her tea. The pull to gather in the kitchen is as gravitational as is the desire for appliances that save energy and time while producing fast family meals as well as glammed up hors d’oeuvres.

Venting and making up

Hot and Steamy

With all the cooking going on ventilation is key in the kitchen, and there are some new rules to follow.

The hottest new kitchen appliance is a hybrid cross between a microwave and a convection oven. Steam ovens, about the size of a microwave, are replacing one of the double oven duos in many new kitchens today.

They cook quickly like convection ovens with the benefit of humidity to keep foods from drying out, and they cook everything a microwave cooks except popcorn or beverages.

“Larger cooking surfaces with high BTU output require sufficient ventilation hoods that draw more cubic feet of air out of the kitchen,” explains Zac Knuppel, kitchen expert at Specialty Appliance in Fort Collins. “As the air draw reaches 400 CFM, building codes require provisions for replacement air.” Generally, the replacement air is provided by a pressure sensitive damper that automatically opens to the outside and closes when the hood is shut down and the need subsides.

“When we are providing appliances for new-build homes,” says Zac, “we advise the contractor and HVAC team after the homebuyer has selected appliances to be sure all systems meet the newer code requirements. As homeowners contract for kitchen remodeling projects, larger cooktops or ranges are often installed, and part of the project needs to be retrofitting ventilation systems by adding make-up air supplies. “Part of our sales process is to ensure everyone on the job takes the new codes into account,” says Zac.

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A hard-boiled egg is ready in seven minutes. Foods defrost quickly without dry edges. Meats are crispy on the outside, moist and delicious on the inside.

“Next to induction cooking surfaces, steam ovens are our most popular new kitchen technology,” says Zac.

30” E Series Contemporary Convection Steam Oven by Wolf

Flat and Fabulous

Undercover Refrigeration

As prices come down induction cooking surfaces are making their way into more new-build and remodeled kitchens as either ranges or cooktops.

Secondary refrigeration in the kitchen is enjoying a boom, and the place it is showing up is under the counter. The list includes units that are all refrigerator, all freezer or a combination. Ice makers surpass the production possible with the usual freezer unit. Beverage centers including wine or beer coolers continue to grow in popularity. They come with locks to protect curious toddlers eyeballing the contents.

The technology is based on heat directed to a pot via a magnetic field versus radiant or gas heat. The surface is not hot to the touch; only the pan absorbs the heat. Pots do need to have a magnetic base which means a new set of pans to complement the newer stove. The benefits outweigh the pot cost for those who are selecting induction surfaces. Water boils in 90 seconds which saves energy. Heating is consistent with exceptional control for high highs and low lows like gas. With a smooth surface like a ceramic surface, cleanup is convenient.

“Imagine,” says John Ketchum, SA sales consultant and manager, “Using a paper towel on the induction burner to catch bacon spatters without the paper catching fire. When the bacon is done, toss the towel and be done with cleaning.”

WOW! Factor Fridges Tired of the trip to the garage or basement to access food storage, new-build buyers and remodelers are adding refrigeration columns.

Freezer columns come 18, 24, 30 or 36 inches wide.

Refrigerators are 24, 30 or 36 inches. Wine columns are also available. Depending on space available and the kitchen layout, the columns can be next to each other or across the room.

“Placed next to each other, the wow factor of two stainless steel units is huge,” says Zac. “And the convenience—equally huge.”

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Northern Colorado

HBAPARADE OF HOMES www.paradeofhomesnoco.com

September 6 & 7 x September 13 & 14 x September 20 & 21 over 35 Northern Colorado New Homes to Visit & Tour

20I4PARADE OF HOMES #1

The Majestic

2968 Majestic View Drive Timnath

$695,000 marketed by Re/Max Alliance Wendy French (970) 692-2000 wendy@wendyfrench.com www.spanjer.com

Situated on a secluded loop drive in Timnath’s picturesque WildWing neighborhood, this home offers Craftsman-revival styling in its richly detailed, nature-inspired exterior— plus the modern efficiencies of an updated floor plan. Its 2,932 square feet of finished living space houses four bedrooms, four bathrooms, hearth-centered great room and wide-open kitchen. An unfinished basement and oversized 3-car garage provide ample room for workshop, hobby and storage areas. Lots of windows, volume ceilings, three large porches and its 34,299-square-foot lot invites nature inside. Adjacent community green space, pedestrian trails, and tranquil reservoir and wetland areas entice residents to venture out and enjoy all that WildWing has to offer. Its convenient Front Range location offers easy access to I-25, shopping, healthcare and community services. This home is definitely a must see for all parade attendees.

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The Blue Heron #2 6903 White Snow Court Timnath

$819,000

marketed by Hartford Homes Landon Hoover 970-674-1109 landon@hartfordco.com www.WildWingLiving.com

This exquisite home built by Hartford Homes in the WildWing Community of Timnath totals 4,719 square feet of splendid features. With its spacious 2,310 square foot first floor entertaining is a delight and the gourmet kitchen is filled with everything you will need to keep family and friends coming back for more. The second level is 2,409 square feet with beautiful views from every window.

The designer finishes provide refined luxury for everyone to enjoy. You definitely don’t want to miss all this spectacular home and all it has to offer.

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20I4PARADE OF HOMES #3

Bartlett

6334 Nokoni Court Timnath

$369,000 marketed by Village Homes 970-204-0818 www.villagehomes.com Elyssa Blazier-Clark eblazierclark@villagehomes.com Nicole Rondeau nrondeau@villagehomes.com

Illustrating the greatest attention to detail, design and quality, this spacious ranch home provides 4 bedrooms, 4 1/2 bathrooms including a guest suite, study with French doors, cook’s haven with Ceasarstone countertops on the perimeter complimented by granite slab countertops on the island, stainless steel appliances with gas range, Timberlake Wyoming Hazelnut glaze cabinetry, Kentwood Oak Umber hardwood flooring, great room with gas fireplace, elegant master suite with 5-piece bath, huge walk-in closet and coffered ceiling, finished basement with rec room, additional bedroom and full bath, and 3-car garage.

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6702 Rock River Road Timnath

$320,990

marketed by Meritage Homes Jamie Helle 303-406-4322 jamie.helle@meritagehomes.com www.meritagehomes.com

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The Larkspur #5 8202 Spinnaker Bay Drive, Unit B

Windsor

$371,470

marketed by RE/MAX Alliance Dennis Schick / (970) 567-3942 dschick001@aol.com www.LandmarkLiving.net

The Cottages at Highland Meadows is the first of Landmark Homes’ newest line of quality, low maintenance, paired patio homes consisting of spacious living areas and thoughtful design. Some of the last homes in the established neighborhoods of Highland Meadows, these eight homes boast views of the Rocky Mountains and back to a lush and spacious greenbelt.

The bold craftsman-style exterior and classic color palate compliment the neighborhood. Inside will impress with high-end finishes such as quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, rustic maple floors and stone fireplaces. The Cottage layouts allow for ease and efficiency for daily life with laundry rooms that connect with master closets, kitchens open to living rooms, and patios that connect to open space. The plans are 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,7221,832 square feet, 2 car garages, full basements and flex room perfect for many uses. We have reinvented attached, low maintenance living.

Come see what it is all about!

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20I4PARADE OF HOMES #6

The Telluride

7310 Royal Country Down Drive Windsor

$484,900 marketed by ABBCO Builders David Anastasio 970-226-4663 abbcobuilders@yahoo.com www.abbcobuilders.com

The Telluride plan is a very energy efficient, comfortable and open floor plan with large windows, vaulted ceilings, lots of hardwood and tile floors, as well as a gourmet kitchen for entertaining which includes slab granite countertops, full tile backsplash, Alder cabinets, large closet pantry, chimney hood above the gas cooktop and all stainless steel appliances. The master suite is removed from the main living area with an elegant bath layout and a large his and her master closet. There is also a covered no-maintenance deck adjacent to the main living area and a study with French doors next to the foyer. The full walkout basement, large storage areas and three-car garage make this a home that you shouldn’t miss. As a ranch-style floor plan this home includes a walkout basement, a fully landscaped yard and is backed directly to the Highland Meadows Golf Course, which is the premier golf course in all of Northern Colorado.

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The Nicklaus #7 6190 Bromborough

Windsor

$606,000

marketed by Re/Max Alliance Brandon Myers 970-217-6423 Brandon@WestMarkHomesCO.com WestMarkHomesCO.com

WestMark Homes brings to you, “The Turn at Highland Meadows”.

This beautiful area features a number of unique building sites.

From golf course walk-outs to open space patio homes.

The model home being featured in this year’s parade is appropriately named “The Nicklaus”. Much like the golf legend this house will surely impress. With an open living design this ranch style home includes 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 bath, and a 3 car garage. It features a gourmet kitchen with slab granite counters, gas range stove, stainless steel appliances, and hardwood floors. Master retreat has spa-like 4-piece bath and large walk-in closet. Finished with a covered low maintenance deck and a below grade patio, makes it a great place to call home.

With views backing to Highland Meadows Golf Course this is a must see for this year’s Parade of Homes.

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20I4PARADE OF HOMES #8

The Ambrose

2174 Cape Hatteras Drive, Unit 1 Windsor

$293,900 marketed by RE/MAX Alliance Jeremy Johnson (970) 313-6166 jeremy@getrealhomes.net www.LandmarkLiving.net

Landmark Homes unveils its newest line of high-end town homes at Lighthouse Point with a bright and cheery, open design, consisting of three bedrooms plus loft and bonus room, main-floor master and laundry, volume living room ceiling, full basement with 9-foot ceiling, attached and oversized 2-car garage, fenced front patio, exceptional sound proofing and energy efficiency, plus uncompromising quality finishes throughout this end unit with many wood wrapped windows to let the perfect amount of the Colorado outdoors in.

Two additional floor plans round out a variety of options more than suitable for most buyers in the market for a quality new home, located in Northern Colorado’s premier resort style residential community, with an array of amenities for the outdoorsy and those wishing to begin a new chapter of active living.

Surprisingly affordable, in the $200’s.

Waterfront units available…. yes, you can have it all!

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The Devon #9 2098 Vineyard Drive

Windsor

$371,900

marketed by Lennar Homes Tiffany White Nicole Kois 970-460-7131 lennarcolorado@lennar.com www.lennar.com

Located in Water Valley in the beautiful Stonewater community, this gorgeous Lennar Home has it all. The Devon floorplan, is a 1,988 square foot ranch home that is large and functional with the luxury of having everything on the same level. With three bedrooms, the master suite includes a large walk-in shower, dual vanities, and a massive walk-in closet, while the secondary bedrooms have easy access to their own fullsize bathroom. The heart of the home is an expansive open area that encompasses the kitchen, dining nook, foyer, and enormous family room. The kitchen features a pantry, and large working island, and just off the foyer is a convenient owner’s entry that also doubles as a laundry room.

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20I4PARADE OF HOMES #10

The Frisco

2025 Tidewater Windsor

$338,990 marketed by Meritage Homes Jamie Helle 303-406-4322 jamie.helle@meritagehomes.com www.meritagehomes.com

This lovely 2,430 square foot Meritage Home is sure to please with its open kitchen with large eat-at island complementing the great room with two-story ceiling. This spacious two-story home with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths with tandem 2.5 car garage has a main level study creating your own private workspace, while the children can utilize their own study or play space in the upstairs loft. The lovely master retreat has custom features and the gourmet kitchen is perfect for the entertainer in you. Come see this gem in the heart of Windsor at Water Valley.

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The Waterford #11 1973 Seadrift Drive Windsor

$599,316

marketed by DR Horton www.drhorton.com/colorado Kyle George 970-460-9125 kageorge@drhorton.com Frank Lovato 970-460-9125 fclovato@drhorton.com

Stunning Waterford model.

This 4,141, two-story models features 5 bedrooms, 4 baths and a 3 car garage. The kitchen is perfect for entertaining with hardwood floors, slab granite countertops, and a full stainless steel appliance package that includes a gas cooktop, double ovens, vent hood, beverage cooler and a pot filler. The owner’s suite includes the D.R. Horton 7 Diamond spa bathroom. Fireplaces in the family room and owner’s suite are also included.

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The Georgetown

198 Veronica Drive Windsor

$288,950 marketed by Jack Fisher Homes Alissa Lorenz 303-451-0210 alissa@jackfisherhomes.com www.jackfisherhomes.com

Very popular ranch floor plan! You will say “Wow� every time you walk into this beautiful home. Very open foyer with vaulted ceilings invite your guests into your new home.

Spacious family area with its large volume ceilings and expansive eat in kitchen with a large kitchen island. Enjoy a relaxing evening on the optional master covered porch.

The master bedroom features a walk in closet. The full basement with option to finish can double your living space. Several structural options are available on this home to customize it to your personal tastes.

Nestled near Windsor Lake and affording panoramic views of the lake and Front Range, Greenspire embodies the best of Colorado living. Located between Denver and Ft. Collins, this master-planned community offers easy access to I-25 and is within 15 miles of Ft. Collins, Loveland and Greeley. Windsor Lake features a park, fishing, excellent bird watching, a sandy swim beach, and a picturesque 2.25-mile paved shoreline trail.

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The Silverton #13 6318 W. 13th Street Road Greeley

$244,000 marketed by Midtown Homes Alejandro Martinez 303.548.6059 alejandrom@newmidtownhomes.com www.newmidtownhomes.com

Located in delightful Fox Run, this charming 3 bedroom 2 bath home has everything needed for the busy family who wants it all.

A stone exterior greets you as you enter this warm and inviting home. The open concept design makes entertaining a breeze with its bistro kitchen island and the vaulted ceilings adding dramatic detail to the spacious living area.

The beautiful master suite and five piece master bath with walk in shower, symphonize relaxation at its best. The main floor utility room and mudroom bench is located conveniently near the garage entry and kitchen. This home has so much to offer, it’s a definite “must see”.

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Timnath # 1 PAGE 22

spanjer homes 2968 Majestic View Drive / WildWing

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Hartford Homes 6903 White Snow Court / WildWing

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Village Homes 6334 Nokoni Court / West Village @ Timnath Ranch

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Meritage Homes 6702 Rock River Road / Timnath Ranch

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Landmark Homes 8202 Spinnaker Bay Drive, Unit B / Highland Meadows

lennar homes 2098 Vineyard / Stonewater at Water Valley

ABBCO Builders 7310 Royal Country Down Drive / Highland Meadows

Meritage Homes 2025 Tidewater Court / Water Valley

WestMark Homes LLC 6190 Bromborough Drive / The Turn at Highland Meadows

DR Horton 1973 Seadrift Drive / Water Valley

landmark homes 2174 Cape Hatteras Drive, Unit 1 / Water Valley

jack fisher homes 198 Veronica Drive / Greenspire

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midtown homes 6318 W. 13th Street Road / Fox Run

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baessler homes 3209 66th Avenue / St. Michaels

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Milliken # 15 PAGE 43

windmill homes 2362 Stage Coach Drive / Settlers Village

Wellington # 36 PAGE 66

G.J. Gardner Homes 7270 McClellan Road / Park Meadows

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Southeast Loveland # 16 PAGE 44

Oakwood homes 3619 Idlewood Lane / Thompson River Ranch

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Oakwood homes 4820 Silverwood Lane / Thompson River Ranch

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Mcwhinney 4555 Long Pine Lake Drive / The Lakes at Centerra

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BOUlder creek Neighborhoods 2792 Cub Lake Drive / The Lakes at Centerra

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Tri pointe HOMES 2598 Cub Lake Drive / The Lakes at Centerra

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Village Homes 2658 Indian Grass Place / The Lakes at Centerra

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Wonderland homes 2621 Bluestem Willow Drive / The Lakes at Centerra

Visit this home September 13 & 14 or 20 & 21 (not open September 6 & 7).

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midtown homes 3237 Janus Drive

Northwest Loveland # 24 PAGE 54

copper cliff homes hartford homes 4476 Radford Avenue / Enchantment Ridge

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highcraft builders 5200 North Monroe Avenue

Visit this remodeled home September 6 & 7 (not open September 13 & 14 and 20 & 21).

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insignia homes – lorax 6703 Snowdon Drive / Registry Ridge

Meritage Homes 5602 Kadenwood Drive / Kechter Crossing

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savant homes 3051 Denver Drive / Rigden Farms

Meritage Homes 3044 Percheron Drive / Rigden Farm

Bellisimo Inc. 2105 Nancy Gray / Bucking Horse

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dr horton 1939 Blue Yonder Way / Bucking Horse

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dr horton 1933 Blue Yonder Way / Bucking Horse

Visit remodeled homes #33 & #34 September 6 & 7 (not open September 13 & 14 and 20 & 21).

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highcraft builders 218 South Overland Trail

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highcraft builders 1205 West Mountain Avenue

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Aspen Homes of Colorado 285 Boattail Drive / Auburn Estates

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20I4PARADE OF HOMES #14

Siena

3209 66th Avenue Greeley

$325,000 marketed by Baessler Homes www.baesslerhomes.com Robbie Miner 970-978-0222 robbie@baesslerhomes.com Mike D’Amato 970-302-8546 mike@baesslerhomes.com

A stunning transitional 2 story home located on a corner lot in St. Michaels. This plan features an expansive master suite with a sitting area, transitional fireplace, and luxurious bathroom. The Siena also offers a 3 car tandem garage with lots of extra space and an unfinished basement for storage or future expansion. The incredible attention to detail that Baessler Homes puts in every home showcases the transitional style throughout the entire space, all the way down to the newel posts, fireplace mantel and door headers. This home also features Baessler Homes design center and is furnished in the transitional style so clients can visualize this up and coming design trend.

Beautiful newer community situated off 65th Avenue in Greeley, Colorado, St. Michael’s features green belts, walking trails, and easy access to Highway 34 and I-25. Great eating, dining, and business center located at St. Michael’s town square with views of the Rocky Mountains. It is the perfect area for new families or couples looking for a peaceful place to retire.

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Breckenridge #15 2362 Stage Coach Drive Milliken

$282,500

marketed by Windmill Homes Lisa Hall 970-397-2454 info@mywindmillhomes.com www.mywindmillhomes.com

This beautifully appointed 3 bedroom 2 and 1/2 bath 2,354 square foot home has it all. Wood floors, stainless steel appliances, bistro bar island, open concept living, a gorgeous outdoor living area and a luxurious master retreat will surely meet your long list of must haves on your new home. The rich dark cabinetry and beautiful finishes selected for this home are simply gorgeous. Paired with the bright and spacious rooms, this home is simply breathtaking.

Don’t miss this home; its a definite “must see” on your list of parade homes this year.

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20I4PARADE OF HOMES #16

Gunnison

3619 Idelwood Lane Loveland

$247,900 marketed by The Group, Inc. Andrea Schaefer / 970-290-3758 aschaefer@thegroupinc.com Doug Miller / 970-419-2322 dmiller@thegroupinc.com www.oakwoodhomes.com

This functional Oakwood Homes ranch plan is perfect for those looking to downsize or who are budget conscious. This luxurious ranch boasts Oakwood’s unique Smart Space, and includes energy-efficient features.

Thompson River Ranch is a masterplanned community that has it all – community pool, parks, walking trails, outdoor amphitheater and acres of open space. Thompson River Ranch is Northern Colorado’s fastest growing master-planned community. Not only does the community have 7 models to tour, but it boasts great amenities such as a community pool, outdoor amphitheater, walking trails, disc golf course and a future recreation center.

Thompson River Ranch is surrounded by hundreds of acres of open space, sits conveniently close to Centerra shopping center and is only minutes to Loveland and Fort Collins. The community is open to tour today!

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Augusta #17 4820 Silverwood Lane Loveland

$316,500

marketed by The Group, Inc. Andrea Schaefer / 970-290-3758 aschaefer@thegroupinc.com Doug Miller / 970-419-2322 dmiller@thegroupinc.com www.oakwoodhomes.com

The Augusta is Oakwood Homes’ most popular ranch plan in an all-ranch community within Thompson River Ranch.

This luxurious home boasts Oakwood’s unique Smart Space and includes a smart package of energy-efficient features.

Thompson River Ranch is a master-planned community that has it all – community pool, parks, walking trails, outdoor amphitheater and acres of open space. Thompson River Ranch is Northern Colorado’s fastest growing master-planned community. Boasting great amenities, surrounded by hundreds of acres of open space, and conveniently close to Centerra shopping center, this amazing community is also only minutes to Loveland and Fort Collins. There are 7 models open to tour today!

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20I4PARADE OF HOMES #18

Lakeside Living at Your Doorstep

West of I-25/Hwy. 34 off Boyd Lake Ave x Loveland x $250K–$500K+ developed by: McWhinney x 970-962-9990 x www.lakesatcenterra.com

The Lakes at Centerra, the newest residential neighborhood in the award-winning Centerra, is a place homeowners can experience lakeside living, backyard nature and nearby everyday conveniences. Its central location provides residents with a variety of retail at The Marketplace and The Promenade Shops at Centerra, over 25 restaurants, close access to major employers and quality medical services.

Amenities include miles of trails, 275-acres of natural wetlands and lakes, parks, playgrounds and The Lake Club situated at the heart of The Lakes neighborhood. The clubhouse, outdoor swimming pool and boat dock for kayaking on the lake all speak to the vibrant active outdoor lifestyle enjoyed by future residents of all ages.

Four Colorado premier homebuilders – Boulder Creek Neighborhoods, TRI Pointe Homes, Village Homes and Wonderland Homes – will offer new homes including attached townhomes, low maintenance ranch patio homes and a range of single family detached homes.

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easyHouse #19 2792 Cub Lake Drive Loveland

$440,000

marketed by Boulder Creek Neighborhoods Jill McGarity & Donna Lu Gamberg 970-818-5254 eHCenterra@LiveBoulderCreek.com www.dwellcenterra.com

Welcome to easyHouse, by Boulder Creek Neighborhoods.

For those seeking the ease of never having to move again, along with the daily enjoyment of carefree, low-maintenance, main floor living, easyHouse is yours for life. Located at The Lakes at Centerra, these Boulder Creek low-maintenance homes emphasize main floor living and flexibility like never before.

Brilliant features such as multiple main level private suites and a focus on zero steps set a higher standard for easy living and give you the free time you need to enjoy life. Visit Boulder Creek at The Lakes at Centerra to learn more about these six innovative new easyHouse floor plans, from the mid $400s.

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20I4PARADE OF HOMES #20

Residence Three

2598 Cub Lake Drive Loveland

from the Low $400s marketed by TRI Pointe Homes Tina Martelon 303-802-1545 Tina.Martelon@tripointehomes.com www.tripointehomes.com

Spacious Two Story with Large Outdoor Room Elegant two-story plan with 2,978 square feet, 4 bedrooms, three and one-half baths, dining room and 3-car garage. Spacious great room opens to a gourmet kitchen with oversized island, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Access the large outdoor room through the optional stacking doors creating an indoor/outdoor dining room oasis.

Enjoy 9 foot ceilings throughout, including the optional finished basement, which features recreation room and additional bedroom with full bath.

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Washington #21 2658 Indian Grass Place Loveland

$369,000

marketed by Village Homes www.villagehomes.com 970-999-5316 Wendi Jensen wjensen@villagehomes.com Jackie Mullen jmullen@villagehomes.com

The Washington is a shining star featuring 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, front courtyard with gas fireplace, main floor study with French doors, separate formal dining room with bay window, exquisite kitchen with optimal cooking space, great room with gas fireplace and volume ceilings, elegant master bedroom with 5-piece bath, outdoor living and dining area, and 3-car tandem garage.

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20I4PARADE OF HOMES #22

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2621 Bluestem Willow Drive Loveland

$486,900 base price marketed by Wonderland Homes Carolyn DeLarue 720-301-0325 delarue@wonderlandhomes.com www.wonderlandhomes.com

This particular home is a model for the Tranquility Series luxury patio homes that are being introduced by Wonderland Homes at The Lakes at Centerra. This plan, known as the Berkshire, includes a standard finished basement, and delivers a total of 3,328 square feet in the basic configuration.

The model shown also has an optional sun room, bringing the total finished square footage to 3,586 square feet.

With a master suite and a second suite on the main floor and a third bedroom in the walk-out basement, this home is both spacious and dramatic. A Great Room that truly deserves the label in every respect leaves no doubt about the focal point of the main floor living area. Outdoor space abounds with an expansive courtyard at the front entry, a covered deck at the main floor and a ground level patio at the walk-out level.

The stunning architecture presents an inviting exterior that just has to be seen to be fully appreciated!

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Visit this home September 13 & 14 and 20 & 21 (not open September 6 & 7).

Please contact the builder for home photo & floorplan.

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The Aspen #23 3237 Janus Drive Loveland

$363,800

marketed by Midtown Homes Rolling Goering 970.402.6432 rgoering@newmidtownhomes.com www.newmidtownhomes.com

This Aspen ranch has 3 beds, 2nd bed guest suite, choice of 3rd bed or office or formal dining room, 2.5 baths, and 3 car garage. Open floor with vaulted ceilings in great room and master bedroom and great room fireplace with mantle. Plan features walk-in pantry and entertaining size kitchen island, stainless steel appliances with gas range, and option of gourmet kitchen with range hood and double oven. Fantastic finish with wood floors kitchen/dining, hand rubbed stain cabinets with cityscape design in kitchen, granite counters in kitchen and master bath, tile throughout, craftsman style doors, trim and open railing, lever door handles, and oil rubbed bronze fixtures. 5-Piece master bath, shower with seat, his and hers vanity. Main floor laundry room with walk-in access from master closet. 9’ Basement and large partially covered patio backs to open space with mountain views.

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20I4PARADE OF HOMES #24

Redwood

4476 Radford Avenue Loveland

$263,000 marketed by Landon Hoover 970-674-1109 landon@hartfordco.com www.EnchantmentRidgeLoveland.com

This impressive home by CopperCliff Homes built in Enchantment Ridge in Loveland, offers 3 bedrooms, 2 and 1/2 baths with 812 square feet on the first level and 839 square feet on the 2nd level. With many decorator features, this home is perfect for the discerning home buyer with an eye for detail and impeccable taste. The luxurious master retreat is elegant and the deluxe kitchen is a gourmet’s delight with its beautiful finishes and upgraded appliances. This is the perfect home for the entertainer in you. Make sure to put this house on your list of “must sees”.

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The Craftsman #25 5200 Monroe

Loveland not for sale

HighCraft Builders 970-472-8100 info@highcraft.net www.highcraft.net

Visit this home September 6 & 7 (not open September 13 & 14 and 20 & 21).

This Colorado Craftsman home on the northwest side of Horseshoe Lake is perfect for large family gatherings, entertaining and relaxing in style. The original 1968 ranch was taken down to the foundation and the footprint was extended. The new 2,811s.f. custom home includes three bedrooms, three full baths, a gourmet kitchen, and a spacious rear deck with spectacular waterfront views. A concrete drive connects a private boat ramp to the oversized 1,748-s.f. two-bay garage. To accommodate guests, one bedroom features built-in custom bunks that sleep up to seven. And the gas burning fire feature in the outdoor living space is a good place to cozy up on chilly nights. Tour this Parade entry and see why it’s described as a lakeside vacation retreat without ever having to leave home.

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20I4PARADE OF HOMES #26

The Marigold

6703 Snowdon Drive Fort Collins

$414,900

marketed by Insignia Homes – Lorax Fred Cooke 970-667-1292 fgcooke@insigniahomesltd.com www.insigniahomesltd.com

Insignia Homes, Ltd., a local family owned northern Colorado home builder, is dedicated to constructing quality homes. Our practice is to create homes that blend luxury, efficiency and innovation, crafted for today’s discerning homebuyers. Careful attention is given to design, sustainability, and high performance construction standards.

The Enclave at Registry Ridge is our new community with 28 home sites for our luxury ranch homes that create warm and welcoming personal living spaces.

The homes design focuses on open living areas and integrated design details, which include energy efficiency, high quality indoor environment, reduced resource usage, and lower maintenance. These features maximize the long term value and livability of the Enclave residences.

This community is strategically located in the southwest corner of Fort Collins surrounded by expansive open space, natural areas and hiking trails.

The Enclave includes a central green belt area with a community garden and fruit tree orchard, connected by pedestrian trails. Adjacent to the neighborhood is the new community park that contains playground, picnic area and sports courts.

The homes at the Enclave are designed to exceed your expectations by providing the highest standard of craftsmanship, the latest building technologies and an exquisite attention to detail. The homes are constructed by a team of industry professionals, with a long history of quality construction, who take special pride and care in their work, contributing to the lasting value of each home.

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The Ellingwood #27 5602 Kadenwood

Fort Collins

$432,990

marketed by Meritage Homes Jamie Helle 303-406-4322 jamie.helle@meritagehomes.com www.meritagehomes.com

This luxury 3,306 square foot two story beauty has four bedrooms, a loft an elegant dining room, living room or optional study and a split three-car garage. The two-story great room features fireplace and a media niche. The gourmet island kitchen with an over-sized pantry opens to the breakfast nook. The main floor bedroom is a great guest suite and the Master bedroom includes a glorious fivepiece bath and a huge walk-in closet, sure to delight the most discerning home buyer.

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20I4PARADE OF HOMES #28

The Magnolia

3051 Denver Drive Fort Collins

from the low $300s marketed by Savant Homes DJ Johnson 970-213-0648 djjohnson@remax.net www.savanthomesinc.com

This beautiful Craftsman style home is Savant Homes’ model. Step into this lovely 2072 square foot floor plan and the feel the luxurious ambiance this home offers. With 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and 2 car garage, they thought of everything, granite counters throughout, wood floors, stainless steel appliances and palatial Master retreat. This home was built energy efficient with inviting living spaces and without compromising the natural flow. The first level has 1080 square feet and the second level has 992 square feet. This home is truly a stunner and a must see for all parade participants. Don’t miss it.

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The Yampa #29 3044 Percheron

Fort Collins

$345,990

marketed by Meritage Homes Jamie Helle 303-406-4322 jamie.helle@meritagehomes.com www.meritagehomes.com

Come home to this beautiful Meritage Home at Ridgen Farms. An over-sized covered porch welcomes you to this 3 bedroom, 2.5 baths home with a two-car garage.

Highlighted by a large great room with corner fireplace and volume ceilings, convenient pocket office and open kitchen, this home provides plenty of space for the entire family. The main floor flex space can serve as a study, formal living area or guest suite. Upstairs, you’ll have options to create the space you need, including a fourth bedroom or a fifth bedroom with private bath. The master suite has a five-piece bath and walk-in closet.

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20I4PARADE OF HOMES #30

The Townhomes

2105 Nancy Gray Fort Collins

$251,400

marketed by The Group, Inc. www.bellisimoinc.com Andrea Schaefer 970-290-3758 aschaefer@thegroupinc.com Berin Wachsmann / 970-214-2277 berin@thegroupinc.com Jason Billings / 970-581-6444 jbillings@thegroupinc.com

The Bucking Horse Townhomes are the gateway to the Bucking Horse neighborhood. The project is designed around building community and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Every aspect and detail of both the townhomes and their setting further showcase these ideals. As you arrive at the townhome you are greeted by provincial country fencing, beautiful (if not edible!) landscaping, and a large front porch that begs to be enjoyed. Upon entering the home, the dark hardwood flooring, large fireplace and open great-room concept flood you with memories of gatherings with families and friends, and stirs ideas of how you could entertain future guests in this space. The first floor also boasts a half bath and laundry/mud room with a full-light exterior door that acts as a passage to the private, winding drive, and grassy park and fire-pit (another incredible community gathering space).

Upstairs, the townhome features two bedrooms connected by a shared bath, as well as a master suite, which includes a private bath. As you meander through the second floor, note the built-in shelving in the hall, the window seats (which double as additional storage), and the stunning views of Bucking Horse and the historic Jessup Farm in the distance.

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The Geneva #31 1939 Blue Yonder Way

Fort Collins

$745,058

marketed by DR Horton Kelly Warren 970-243-8881 kawarren@drhorton.com www.drhorton.com/colorado

Beautiful 2-story Geneva plan with 7 bedrooms, 5.5 baths. This popular model features hardwood floors throughout the main level, slab granite countertops, a full stainless steel appliance package, staggered cabinets with crown molding, and an extended height fireplace in the family room. Owner’s suite includes a five piece owner’s bath as well as an owner’s retreat. This spacious plan is perfect for any family and has a full finished garden level basement. This model is 4,971 total square feet and features a 3 car garage.

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20I4PARADE OF HOMES #32

The Pinnacle

1933 Blue Yonder Way Fort Collins

$704,763

marketed by DR Horton Kelly Warren 970-243-8881 kawarren@drhorton.com www.drhorton.com/colorado

New 5280 Series Pinnacle plan with 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths. Features include hardwood floors throughout the main floor, slab granite countertops in the kitchen and owner’s bath, a full stainless steel appliance package and staggered cabinets with crown molding. Families will find the perfect place for a movie night in a full finished basement. This model is 4,989 total square feet and includes a 3 car garage!

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The Farmhouse #33 218 S. Overland Trail

Fort Collins not for sale

Visit this home September 6 & 7 (not open September 13 & 14 and 20 & 21).

HighCraft Builders 970-472-8100 info@highcraft.net www.highcraft.net

This 1905 two-story farmhouse has undergone many changes in its lifetime. At one point, a portion of the 4,391-s.f. space was converted into a professional dentist office.

In 2013, HighCraft Builders converted the sterile dental exam rooms back into a warm residential living space. A light and luxurious master suite was created complete with coffered ceiling. The kitchen, common areas and upstairs bathrooms were thoughtfully updated.

Careful attention was given to maintaining the home’s turn-of-the-century character as well as preserving as much of the original materials as possible, including a charming cast iron claw foot bathtub.

The new apron sink in the kitchen, bead board cabinetry, burnished bin pulls, rich wood flooring, and rustic barn doors with hammered steel tracks feel perfectly at home in this must-see farmhouse renovation.

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20I4PARADE OF HOMES #34

The Bungalow

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1205 W. Mountain Ave. Fort Collins not for sale

HighCraft Builders 970-472-8100 info@highcraft.net www.highcraft.net

This lovely 1923 Craftsman Bungalow in the heart of Old Town recently underwent a stunning remodel. Walls were removed and walkways were widened to create an open and inviting floor plan. The larger kitchen is more stylish, bright and functional, and it boasts increased storage, upgraded appliances, and large French doors to the backyard patio. The adjacent sunroom has a built-in entertainment center that includes bookshelves, storage cabinets and a sleek fireplace insert. Original fir flooring was salvaged and refinished throughout the main level and carefully laced with new materials. Designer finish selections such as Carrera marble and soapstone countertops, Shaker style door and drawer fronts, and a rustic alder barn door with hammered raw steel track, complement the home’s historic character. Visit this Parade entry to experience the stunning craftsmanship for yourself.

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The Roaring Fork #35 285 Boattail Drive

Fort Collins

$545,730

marketed by The Group, Inc. Lisa O’Brien-Suchy 970-566-0995 lobrien-suchy@thegroupinc.com www.aspenhomesco.com

This sprawling 3 bedroom 2 bath Ranch plan offers a large kitchen with breakfast nook and separate dining/ flex room. Huge covered rear deck to enjoy the great Colorado weather and an over sized 3 car garage.

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20I4PARADE OF HOMES #36

Craftsman 1840

7270 McClellan Road Wellington

$375,000 marketed by G.J. Gardner Homes Bill Stenberg 970-669-0822 Bill.stenberg@gjGardner.com www.gjgardner.com

This spacious, Transitional Craftsman ranch style home features an open concept floor plan with a large granite kitchen island adjoining the vaulted Great Room and Dining areas with hardwood flooring throughout.

The Tech Center desk and cabinetry extend the Foyer with Barn Doors leading to the Study. The luxurious Master Suite includes a 5 piece bath with floating vanity cabinetry and trayed ceilings with indirect lighting. This 1840 sf home plus a full basement and oversized 3 car garage feels larger than its size and as with all GJ Gardner Homes, can be customized to your personal needs.

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Packing Up, Moving Out and Settling In

by De Dahlgren

Moving is the nightmare most people would avoid if they could. It is for some people, the minority to be sure, an experience in which they find adventure. They look forward to purging closets, cleaning out cupboards, decluttering the garage and unloading college reference books – at last!

While the advice is abundant and the checklists are endless, there are four absolutes for reaping the rewards:

1. Start early

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2. Organize

3. Organize

4. Organize

Starting Early Early may mean that as soon as the decision is made to start looking for a new home, it’s time to start planning the move.

Start making lists with the first one being a timeline for the move. Leave it to Martha Stewart to have one ready-made for downloading at www.marthastewart.com/274838/moving-checklists.

Checklist #1: The Process 1. Declutter Now is the time to have a garage sale, donate, giveaway, move on and start fresh in a new house.

There is no sense in packing and dealing with finding a place for that which has been unused for years.

Get the first batch of moving boxes – good, sturdy boxes in a variety sizes – and markers. Pick a room, any room, or a closet and make it the first space to be decluttered. Mark boxes with the ultimate destination of their contents. For now leave the items that will move to the new house in the closets and cupboards.

If there is time and inclination, designate a day for a garage sale. That day will be the target date for having all destination decisions made. If instead of a garage sale, donating is the best option for castaways, take boxes out the door as soon as they fill. Don’t forget to get and keep receipts for taxes purposes.

Start sorting. Be ruthless. Having started early, there is time for one more category: decide later. Some things will take longer to let go of. Allow the time.

Chances are after several purgings they will naturally sort themselves into the right box.

The point is to move out whatever isn’t going to move on. That also includes furniture. Once a new home is selected, be just as ruthless deciding which pieces won’t fit in based on size, age or style.

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2. Pack Thoughtfully To control clutter as the next phase of packing starts, designate one room, space in the garage or basement or a large corner of one room as the packing zone, and pile everything possible in the PZ. Sort by room and specific space within each room. To get the hang of it start with the linen closet and those things that won’t be needed for a while. Leave the kitchen and bathrooms until last. As moving day approaches creating floor plans for furniture placement should be on the master timeline.

Stock up on moving supplies to avoid disruptive trips for tape, markers or packing materials.

Newspaper, though generally plentiful, is not the best material to use because in the end many items will need to be washed before using to remove ink marks. Soft plastics like bubble wrap can be recycled in most communities as can moving boxes.

As items begin to be put into boxes, mark the boxes by room and storage space. Write on two sides as well as the top to be able to spot where the box goes from any angle. Be very specific to save time unpacking. To keep the number of boxes to a minimum, nest items within each other and use towels or t-shirts as packing material. Box as much as possible, however, to protect them during transporting them. Lamps, mirrors and artwork are special concerns, and there are boxes available from moving companies specifically for these items.

3. A First Night Box

4. The Big Stuff

Moving day is going to be long and have some stresses no matter how well organized. When the moving crew has moved on, it will be a relief to have a box of first-night, must-have items at the ready. PJ’s for the kids.

Toiletries. Sheets. Flashlight. Light bulbs. Towels. Favorite bedtime books or stuffed animals. Whatever nighttime routines require.

As soon as the perfect new home is found, fitting in furniture is the next step. Get accurate room measurements and start an inventory of currently owned furniture that will be moved to the new house. The inventory should also include dimensions of the pieces.

A first-morning box is also a good idea.

What a pleasure to know the coffee pot AND coffee, Cheerios, bowls and spoons as well as paper towels and cleaning supplies are sitting on the kitchen counter.

Don’t forget pet food, watering bowls and, if there is a cat, the litter box.

Using templates that can be found at office supply stores begin creating floor plans for each room. On moving day, the crew will be thankful that the sofa will only have to be placed and adjusted by a few inches.

5. Moving Day It will be busy. It will be a bit hectic. It will be long. End of day, however, it will be rewarding.

There’s a new home coming together quickly to be enjoyed because planning started early and there was time to organize, organize, organize.

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Seamless. Wireless.

Connected.

by De Dahlgren

How often have you hit the road and suddenly remembered you accidently left the garage door open? Maybe you left the iron on which is now burning the carpet.

What if there is breaking news of flooding in the area? Or perhaps you simply forgot to lock the door.

What do you do? Turn around? Noooo. Quick, pick up your phone and call a neighbor. They left home last night.

Nonetheless, you are going to pick up your phone, and using the amazing technology you hold in the palm of your hand you will check the garage door and the front door. Remotely close and lock them if need be. Arm the security system.

Turn off the iron. Check for emails alerting you to water in the basement.

Smart you. You are in control. Your house is connected thanks to the home control features and 24/7 security features of XFINITY Home. The system integrates seamlessly, operates wirelessly and connects you and your home effortlessly.

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XFINITY’s mission is to enhance lives through innovation while creating systems that support economic vitality, social sustainability and environmental protections.

XFINITY Home fulfills all three tenants through the following: by being involved with local organizations; by supplying the means by which people connect with other people, and by providing smart home control systems for energy savings. As a committed environmental steward, XFINITY also refurbishes equipment when possible and responsibly recycles those components that are beyond reuse.

Other benefits include: • Email alerts letting you know the kids are home safely • Live streaming videos to check in on pets • Savings of up to 20% on homeowners insurance • Management of lights and utilities for savings up to 10% on energy bills In the 2014 Homebuilders Association Parade of Homes, the Spanjer Homes property is a connected home powered by Xfinity. Visitors to the home at 2968 Majestic View Drive in Windsor, will have the opportunity to experience the workings of a connected home. The trend for new homes is to connect from the beginning to provide homebuyers the best options for entertainment, Internet, home management and security systems.

The home security systems aren’t limited to new-builds, though. Through a personal home audit, an XFINITY consultant can design the optimum system for your home and budget. Systems are portable so while you are searching for your next home, you can enjoy the benefits of home management and have the peace of mind a security system can provide in your current home. When moving day comes, pack up your XFINITY components and install them in your new home.

Visit the Parade of Homes Spanjer-constructed, connected home.

Then, get connected yourself.

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