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The smooth process of cabinet refacing eliminates headache and hassle

by Wendy Livingstone The The kiTchen kiTchen,, as as the the site site for for meal meal preparation, preparation, plays plays an an important important role role in in the the household. household. However, However, in in most most homes, homes, it’s it’s much much more more than than that that –– it’s it’s ofoften ten where where conversations conversations take take place, place, homework homework isis handled, handled, and and guests guests gather. gather. In In fact, fact, the the kitchen kitchen isis often often called called “the “the heart heart of of the the home. home.”” So, So, when when the the kitchen kitchen isis out out of of commission commission for for aa period period of of weeks weeks or or even even months months due due to to aa renovation, renovation, the the household household dynamic dynamic can can suffer. suffer.

Renewed Renewed Kitchens Kitchens offers offers an an alternative alternative when when updating updating this this important important hub hub without without tearing tearing apart apart the the entire entire room room and and rebuilding rebuilding itit from from scratch. scratch. By By maintaining maintaining the the existing existing structure structure of of the the cabinets cabinets and and refacing refacing them, them, the the work work time time may may be be reduced reduced to to as as little little as as three three days. days.

“Even “Even with with large large kitchens, kitchens, we we accomplish accomplish most most projects projects within within aa week,” week,” says says Dwayne Dwayne Hipkiss, Hipkiss, owner owner of of Renewed Renewed Kitchens.

Kitchens. “When “When you you don’t don’t have have your your kitchen, kitchen, well, well, life life gets gets really really tough. tough. With With us, us, customers customers can can typically typically still still use use itit every every day. day. Not Not in in aa full full capacity, capacity, but but we we clean clean up up every every day day and and they are still able to utilize it as we we go go along.” along.”

Time-saving Time-saving is is not not the the only only advantage advantage of of having having cabinets cabinets refaced refaced rather rather than than replaced replaced –– the the financial financial cost cost involved involved with with refacing refacing is is also also notably notably lower. lower. “We “We typically typically come come in in at at 20 20 to to 40 40 per per cent cent less less than than the the cost cost of of new new cabinets, cabinets, and and you you don’t don’t have have other other ancillary ancillary costs,” costs,” says says Hipkiss.

Hipkiss. With With full full cabinet cabinet replacement, replacement, changes changes to to plumbing, plumbing, electrical electrical and and flooring flooring will will be be

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Homeowners Homeowners who who have have recently recently installed installed new new countertops countertops and and backsplashes backsplashes appreciate appreciate other other benefits benefits involved involved with with refacing. refacing. Often, Often, when when they they see see the the new new instalments instalments alongside alongside the the old old cabinets, cabinets, the the cabinets cabinets look look dingy dingy and and dated. dated. To To replace replace the the cabinets cabinets would would mean mean also also removing removing the the new new installations, installations, but but with with refacing, refacing, they they can can stay stay in in place. place. “We “We come come in in and and we we make make the the cabinets cabinets look look beautiful beautiful to to match match the the countertops countertops and and backsplash backsplash that that they they have have put put in,” in,” says says Hipkiss.

Hipkiss.

A A similar similar complication complication often often occurs occurs when when homeowners homeowners have have new new cabinets cabinets installed installed that that are are selected selected off-site. off-site. They They may may not not match match their their existing existing décor décor and and aa complete complete overhaul overhaul of of the the room’s room’s colour colour scheme scheme and and painting painting are are required. required.

To To address address this this issue, issue, Renewed Renewed Kitchens Kitchens

products products are are not not selected selected in in aa showroom showroom under under uncharacteristic uncharacteristic lighting lighting conditions. conditions. Instead, Instead, design design consultants consultants bring bring colour colour and and door door samples samples to to the the home home environment environment in in which which they they will will be be installed. installed.

“We “We are are kind kind of of like like mobile mobile show show rooms rooms that that go go out out and and bring bring all all those those items items right right to to your your home home so so you you can can see see everything everything in in your your own own environment,” environment,”says saysHipkiss.

Hipkiss.“This “Thismakes makesititreally really easy easy to to get get aa sense sense of of what what things things will will look look like like when when you you can can compare compare them them with with your your existing existing

countertops, flooring or wall colours. When you look at a product in a showroom, it doesn’t have your lighting, doesn’t have your wall colours and doesn’t have your flooring.” Customers may select from more than 50 different colours and more than 30 different door styles, ranging from traditional to ultra modern.

The homeowner may also make decisions regarding structural changes: Will lower cabinets with doors be replaced with more-convenient drawers? Will there be any added features, such as crown moulding, Lazy Susans, wine racks, corner shelves, pantries, islands or valances to hide under-cabinet lighting? Will the countertop

be replaced? (Renewed Kitchens craftspeople can custom build new countertops.) Will the cabinets above the fridge be raised to accommodate a new, larger appliance?

Installation includes removing cabinet doors and drawer fronts and discarding them. Next, any structural changes, as listed above, are made.

Then, a thin laminate coating that matches the doors and drawer fronts is adhered to the cabinets with contact cement and trimmed with a router to smooth the edges.

Hipkiss says that refacing projects include replacing the cabinetry’s hardware, since older kitchens often have hinges that are visible on the

outside of the cabinet. “Everything is converted to a European hinge, which is on the inside. This really cleans up the look of the cabinetry,” he says.

“We also offer soft-close drawers and soft-close doors, so they are not banging when they close.”

Once the doors have been installed, the transformation is complete. Hipkiss says, “Most people don’t believe it’s the same kitchen. The transformation process is really amazing. It’s like, ‘OMG, what a change!’”

To refresh the entire home, Renewed Kitchens also refaces china cabinets, fireplaces, and cabinets in bathrooms and laundry rooms. Learn more, at www.renewedkitchens.com.

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“Living here allows me to enjoy more quality time with my family.”

– Philippe Beaupré, Westerra Resident For the Beaupré family, nothing is more important than quality time spent together.

That’s why Philippe was originally drawn to the family-friendly neighbourhood in west Regina.

In addition to offering plenty of housing options and green space, Westerra is mere minutes from his workplace, allowing him extra quality time with his young family. “We love the neighbourhood. It’s safe, it’s welcoming, and we feel like we’re living right next door to nature.”

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The other advantage is the fact that a lease guarantees how much a vehicle will cost you for a set period of time. When you lease, it’s the manufacturer’s promise to purchase back the vehicle for a set value over a certain term. You also only pay the taxes on the portion of the vehicle you depreciate. A common assumption people make is that at the end of the lease term they have to return the vehicle, which is not the case. You can always buy out your lease, add an extended warranty if you wish and finance the balance. The other advantage to a lease is that at the end of the term, if the residual value is over $30,000 for example, and appraisal value is $32,000, you can capture that positive equity and apply the credit to the next car you wish to drive. But, if there was something that devalued the vehicle, such as hail or accident history, and the appraisal value was $28,000, you are not subject to that $2,000 loss – you can simply give the keys back. This is why I promote leasing where possible.

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A WORK OF ART

message from the EDITOR As winter approaches, it’s time to turn our attention indoors and tackle that list of home improvement projects. A recent cross-Canada survey by Royal LePage shows that renovating your kitchen, developing your basement or upgrading a bathroom has the potential to boost your home’s property value by as much as 12.5 per cent. This edition of You’re Home Magazine, published by the Regina Leader-Post, is sure to inspire your next reno project or dreams of a brand new home. Enjoy!

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CONTRIBUTORS EDITOR JEANNIE ARMSTRONG

About your automotive needs

ART DIRECTOR

The Aviano feels like home

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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

About kitchen design and renovation

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IMPROVE YOUR VIEW

About home design It all starts with selecting the right window coverings

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THE AVIANO floor plan at 4308 Sage Drive is

The Aviano feels like home

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Fiorante Homes & Commercial designed its newest show home, The Aviano, located at 4308 Sage Drive for family living.

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modern and elegant, but also so comfortable that it feels like home.

Fiorante Homes & Commercial Ltd. built the two-storey, 2,208 square foot show home for the second time after the first build was quickly sold. The home is perfect for young families starting out, especially for those with more than two children.

With four bedrooms, a bonus room and a den, it is practical, comfortable, and yet also stuns with its openness, attractive finishes and popular sought-after features.

“There are so many different spaces that can be used for multiple functions, such as an office, or a workout room,” said Christina Fiorante-Lang, operations manager. “When you’re young and starting out, you can easily expand.”

Walking into the home, the entrance is bright, as is the rest of the house with its white walls highlighted by an abundance of natural light. A large window divides the foyer and the office, opening the room and providing an additional feeling of space. The entrance to the office down the main hall has an impressive sliding barn door.

The garage entrance opens into a mudroom with convenient storage lockers, as well as the main floor laundry, easily accessible for busy parents.

The Aviano, named after the Italian town, was designed specifically for a show home in Regina’s Creeks neighbourhood.

“It also has a four-car garage, with an overhead door in the back bay, so if someone had a boat or an ATV or a trailer, it can be pulled right through to the backyard,” said Fiorante-Lang, adding that it’s ideal for ample storage.

The back yard also features a beautiful, fully covered, zero-maintenance deck that a homeowner could close in with a screen for additional privacy.

“We always like to combine practical with some pops of wow!” said Fiorante-Lang, noting the maple-stained railing with glass inserts, the custom Palandri cabinets and the Samsung Everest quartz countertops throughout the home. On the island, the waterfall two-tiered raised white quartz countertop steps down to the Caesarstone quartz eating area in Symphony Grey.

Next to the kitchen is a spacious dining room, currently holding a beautiful dining room table that seats up to ten people. The room is also open to the living space, which

is highlighted by a Napoleon Crystallo linear gas fireplace, surrounded by Ritz Gray honed cubic panel marble within a Cardigan Grey feature wall.

The porcelain HP Fan White glossy mosaic backsplash in the kitchen — commonly known as mermaid, scallop or seashell — is extremely popular, and because of its neutrality it also has a timeless quality.

Upstairs, the main bathroom backsplash is a fun Tiempo Vintage Decor ceramic tile, while the powder room downstairs may be one of the smallest rooms in the home, but is also one of the most memorable.

“It’s my favourite room because of the (Muskoka Ash) tile on the back of the wall,” said Fiorante-Lang. “With the combination of the quartz and the vessel sink and the pendant light, it’s really pretty for guests.”

The Canarm Ryland lighting series carries throughout the home, and is unique, fun, and also throws very appealing light. The interior decorating was completed through a combination of Fiorante’s inspiration, ideas from various subtrades and Bespoke Interior Designs.

While the home is designed for family in mind, the master bedroom offers a welcoming sanctuary, with an ensuite that feels like a retreat space. In addition to the quartz countertop with double sinks, the free-standing tub sits underneath a bulkhead, while the custom shower is finished with Pennellato Bianco ceramic tile accented by Grigio Inserto Diamonds Shower in a glass surround. The walk-in closet is connected to the bathroom, and can be completely closed off from the bedroom.

The windows of the master bedroom overlook the front of the house, with views of the McKell Reserve.

While the basement is not completed, it has been insulated with spray foam and boarded with drywall. There is room for additional bedrooms downstairs, as well as a large recreation area.

Building with Fiorante Homes, you can be assured that quality and workmanship are of the utmost importance, and are apparent in every home. The company has been building homes in Regina since 1974, and remains a family company, building with family in mind.

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Q: We are planning to renovate our kitchen and want it to reflect the latest trends. What’s new for 2019?

A: The first priority for Kitchen Craft’s design team is to ensure that your new kitchen is functional and performs for you the way you use it – then we add the pretty, which let’s face it is the fun part! There are lots of kitchen design trends out there, but the five we have identified below have been slowly simmering over the last two years and are now being fully embraced as we approach 2019.

1. Sinks Are Taking Centre Stage Artisan sinks used to be priced out of reach; now leading sink manufacturers are making it more affordable to be in style! We are seeing intricate carved-like detailing in sinks as well as colourful metallics and hammered finishes.

2. Less Is More The minimalist movement in the kitchen has been trending for a few years now. Besides clean lines in design, it also means keeping countertops completely clear and uncluttered. To achieve this, we suggest including interior storage solutions in your cabinets or pantry to house small appliances. More contemporary minimalists have opted for complete openness with no wall cabinets. That sounds shocking to most, however you can still achieve an open look and maintain upper storage with floating shelves.

3. Touch-latch Doors This trend serves both an aesthetic and a practical purpose. Not only does a handle-less kitchen give a sleek clean look, it’s also convenient when your hands are full! Simply touch your finger on the upper corner and the cabinet door opens with ease.

4. Banquette Seating The number one trend we’re anticipating for 2019 is the Banquette Dining Nook. Formal dining and living rooms in homes are dwindling with the desire for a more casual downsized lifestyle. This relaxed approach to dining creates a cozy corner for the kiddos yet is chic enough for an intimate dinner party. It’s functional too.

We have created many banquettes with deep storage drawers that serve as the base of the bench seat.

5. Black is the NEW Grey Grey cabinetry has served as a popular neutral for the last five years. So popular in fact, Kitchen Craft now offers over 50 different shades of grey! We also can’t ignore the resurgence of classic black. When black is paired with white cabinetry, this classic combination exudes stately elegance. What’s really trending with black is its unlikely pairing with rich warm woods. The push and pull of warm wood and sleek black creates an inviting stunning space.

For more design inspiration, visit Kitchen Craft’s showroom and explore our displays. Visit our website and meet our Regina Design Team. From there you can book a free design consultation!

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BY ANDREW LIVINGSTONE ACCORDING TO the most recent report

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by the Association of Regina REALTORS, residential sales in our city increased by 3.7 per cent in July 2018 over July, 2017, however, the inventory of real estate listings remains at elevated levels.

With so many properties on the market, this may be the ideal time for homeowners to renovate rather than relocate, and homeowners can ensure a successful renovation through proper preparation and communication.

“I’m told it’s a buyer’s market right now, but, even if you choose to buy a new home, you still have to sell the home you’re in,” said Angela Ricci, who co-owns and operates Hybrid Renovations and Restorations with her husband, Jason Daum. Real estate market conditions make modifying one’s existing space more appealing than ever, especially in light of rising mortgage interest rates. “Interest rates are inching upward, and, if your mortgage rate is locked in, some may want to leave well enough alone,” says Ricci.

Ricci finds that kitchens and bathrooms are the most common sites of renovation, as they improve a home for its current occupants and enhance it for eventual resale. “I have read that kitchen renovations can have up to 80 per cent return on your investment,” Ricci said. Due to plumbing and electrical updates, kitchens and bathrooms also tend to be the most likely locations in

A June 2018 cross-Canada survey of Royal LePage real estate experts states that a kitchen renovation has the potential to boost a property’s value by more than 12.5 per cent. Hybrid Renovations and Restorations gave this out-dated kitchen a new sense of style and functionality.

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a home to suffer from deterioration – or simply to fall behind aesthetically or technologically. “If a customer plans on staying in their home, I feel kitchens and bathrooms provide the most impactful improvement for the money you are spending. Kitchens and baths are high usage areas in the home, and the renovated area is utilized each day.”

In order to make renovations as smooth and comfortable as possible, Ricci suggests that homeowners first decide on a realistic budget.

“Before you do anything, sit down and decide how far you want to go with the renovation,” said Ricci. “I also like people to know that a limited budget renovation is possible if you’re willing to work with the products available in that range.”

That said, too many options can be paralyzing, and some homeowners need to beware of the burden of choice and discipline themselves to stay within budget. “There are wonderful product options at every budget level,” Ricci said.

There are a lot of individuals and companies who do renovations, so Ricci advises that prospective clients fully research not only the

renovations that they want, but also the renovator who will make those plans a reality. “Look at their at their Google reviews, and go as far as asking if you can phone their past customers and ask things like, ‘What went well, and what happened when they ran into a problem?” said Ricci. “How were they to deal with? How long have they lived here, and what is their history in the province?

Are they registered with WCB? Do they have their insurances in place?

“I think people need to take a little bit more time and do some diligence upfront. The contractors and the renovators that are making sure they’ve got everything in place are up against the guy who just drove into town, and what happens inevitably is you will hear a lot of horror stories because I don’t think people always take the time to do their research.”

Once a reputable renovator is found, the homeowner must mentally prepare for the stresses of the renovation process, no matter how promising the relationship with a renovator appears at the outset. “Understand that people are actually in your space, and your tolerance changes the longer they are there. They’re

creating dust and dirt, and, often, the customer can’t wait to have their space back,” said Ricci.

“If the renovation is a longer renovation, you need to decide if you want to stay in the house during that time. Or, if it’s a smaller renovation, inevitably there’s going to be extra dust in the house, and you will have to spend time cleaning your entire home even outside the renovated area.”

Finally, maintain communication throughout the process to ensure that short-term problems do not become long-term ones. “The contractor or renovator has to continually communicate with the customer, but the customer has to check in throughout the renovations as well in order to avoid any disagreements on what was expected and what was actually delivered at the end,” said Ricci. “You don’t want to be standing there watching the installer’s every move – it makes them very nervous – but you do want to check-in from time to time.”

“I would rather deal with a problem while we’re there in the house during the renovation than walk away only later to learn, ‘No, we didn’t agree on that.’”

To learn more, visit Hybrid Renovations and Restorations’ website at hybridreno.ca.

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DISCOVER THE ADVANTAGES OF INDUCTION COOKING ALTHOUGH induction cooking has been

around for years, the technology remains a mystery to many of us. With a number of key benefits, induction cooktops are an intriguing alternative to traditional gas or electric ranges.

By using a unique science, induction cooktops use an electromagnetic field of energy to heat pots and pans directly, rather than heating a burner and then waiting for it to transfer heat to the cookware. When a magnetic pan is placed on the cooking surface, the iron molecules in the pan begin to vibrate 20,000 to 50,000 times per second. It is the friction between those molecules that creates heat, warming up only the cookware and the food within it but not the burner itself. The system is intuitive, meaning that when the cookware is removed from the burner, the burner automatically shuts off.

Bob Park of GE Appliances shares three key benefits of an induction cooktop: 1. Speed and responsiveness. Induction cooktops can work almost twice as fast as their gas or electric counterparts. In fact, with GE Appliances’ high-wattage burner, you can bring a pot of water to boil in just 101 seconds.

But Park insists that speed is coupled with precision, allowing you to easily achieve and hold just the right temperature to melt, simmer or boil whatever you’re cooking.

2. Efficiency. “With an induction range, you’re cooking at record speed, using less energy,” says Park. “Also, heat doesn’t flow up from a burner to a pot or pan, and so there’s no wasted heat.”

3. A safer way to cook. Because only the cookware heats up during the cooking pro-

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Induction cooktops use electromagnetic energy to heat cookware, working almost twice as fast as traditional gas or electric ranges.

cess, an induction cooktop will always be cool to touch, eliminating the possibility of accidental burns, making it perfect for households with children. Plus, say goodbye to spills that end up baked onto your burner – you can wipe an induction cooktop clean quickly and easily just seconds after cooking.

Just remember that the electromagnetic energy needs to interact with iron in your cookware, so not all pots and pans will work with an induction cooktop. Cast iron or magnetic stainless steel pots or pans work best. If you’re unsure about whether your cookware qualifies, try sticking a magnet to the bottom of the pan. If it stays attached, you’re good to go. (News Canada)

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“Both of these colours represent the ultimate in luxe, delivering a rich, striking look that brings sophistication and depth to living spaces,” said Martin Tustin-Fuchs, PPG brand manager, Dulux Paints by PPG. “An evolution from last year’s popular tinted black, these glamourous dark greens are symbolic of consumers’ desire for positive change – to move from darkness to twilight and to search for an element of rebirth in today’s complex, technologically-driven world.”

Night Watch, a colour truly inspired by nature, emulates the feeling of lush greenery and delivers a calming yet invigorating sense of euphoria. With the ability to be used as a neutral, yet having the intensity to also stand out as an accent colour, Night Watch couples well with soft grey-browns or warm sandy beiges, such as Elusion (DLX1005-2) or Earthy Cane (DLX1103-4), or intense rust tones like Lucky Penny (DLX12017) from the Dulux Paints by PPG colour palette.

Versatile enough to work in either a traditional or contemporary setting, Night Watch works best in bedrooms and living areas as well as on kitchen cabinetry. It also pairs particularly well with metallic finishes and pewter tones and creates a sophisticated “welcome” and dynamic statement against brick or stucco when painted on the front door.

According to Tustin-Fuchs, Mojito Shimmer is the perfect complement to Night Watch as it features a distinctive, lustrous, frosty-green coating that adds unprecedented class and wow factor to walls.

“As a stand-out colour in the Dulux Venetian Silk line, there is nothing else like Mojito Shimmer on the market,” Tustin-Fuchs explained.

Dulux Venetian Silk finish is made from new technology that enables users to transform their walls in a single day, infusing them with light-reflecting colour and texture to match any personal taste. Available in 40 striking, light-animating colours, the finish produces a silky layered effect that is smooth to the touch, creating a distinctive multi-toned and luminous surface that adds striking depth to walls.

Tustin-Fuchs recommends painting a feature wall in Dulux Venetian Silk Mojito Shimmer and the remaining walls in Night Watch. For a greater contrast, he suggests complementing Mojito Shimmer with a refined, urban neutral, such

as off-white Hourglass (DLX1022-1), silver-blue Nautical Star (DLX1036-3) or a lighter grey like Thin Ice (DLX1001-3) by Dulux Paints.

“Even if you don’t change anything else in the room, the transformative effect of applying Dulux Venetian Silk finish to just one wall is remarkable,” Tustin-Fuchs said.

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U of R students bring their creativity to Eastbrook on the Greens

A WORK OF ART

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Students attending the University of Regina Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance (MAP) are creating an art installation for the plaza at Eastbrook on the Greens.

BY JONATHAN HAMELIN WHEN commissioning a public art installation for its Eastbrook on the Greens community in Regina, Dream Unlimited got creative.

The developer struck a partnership earlier this summer with the University of Regina Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance (MAP) – Department of Visual Arts that enlisted students to create artistic concepts for the sculpture, which serve as an entry point to Eastbrook’s urban square. Also involved in the joint initiative are Heavy Industries in Calgary and the City of Regina’s Community Services Advisory Committee.

“At Dream, we’re always looking to try to build better communities. We believe public art can positively impact what a resident’s sense of place is within a community,” said Evan Hunchak, general manager, Land Development, with Dream Unlimited.

“This partnership provides valuable experience to the students who are the next generation in the art community. If these students were ever to be commissioned to work on a public art piece, it would likely be well into their careers instead of while they’re still going to school.”

There are five University of Regina (U of R) visual arts students involved in the project: Emily Beaupre-Walsh, Shane Crerar, Alixx Davidson, Kelsey Gallagher and Raegan Moynes. The students, who have completed varying years of study, are being supervised by Sean Whalley, an assistant professor in the department. Whalley said the partnership was a natural fit for the U of R. “We were mostly interested because it fits within the curriculum and pedagogy of the vi16 | You’re Home

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sual arts area and the MAP faculty in general,” he said. “This is an exciting opportunity for students to partner with industry and community leaders.”

Dream encouraged the students to approach their concepts from a whimsical standpoint – a “storybook in nature” as Hunchak puts it.

“We were looking for something that might have interactivity, whether that means it lights up or plays music or could be climbed on,” he said. “It could be tied to a fantasy or a child’s story book.”

The U of R students have certainly taken this message to heart and let their imaginations run wild.

Gallagher is working on a concept based on the fairy tale character Peter Pan. She’s focusing her design around the Hangman’s Tree, the hideout where Peter Pan and the Lost Boys live.

“Her piece is about interpreting the way that the Hangman’s Tree brings communities together,” Whalley said. “In the case of Peter Pan, the community was the Lost Boys and how that tree itself can build and develop comradery, so it reflects on the idea of what Eastbrook is designed to be.”

Moynes, on the other hand, chose the broader topic of storytelling itself.

“She is examining what storytelling represents, what the grand narrative is and what the role of the hero in the story might be,” Whalley said. “It’s a more abstracted point of view, where the idea of building community or building relationships is based around the same ideas of building a story. It’s about creating narratives with one another by sharing ideas.”

Students started working on the concepts in the beginning of summer. In mid-July, they

“At Dream, we’re always looking to try to build better communities. We believe public art can positively impact what a resident’s sense of place is within a community.”

EVAN HUNCHAK, DREAM presented their technical materials to Heavy Industries and presented the first-round of their concepts to Dream and the City of Regina later that month. Whalley said students have greatly benefitted from the process.

“The primary benefit has been receiving realworld experience. The classroom is great for learning, but it’s always better when they can have an experience outside of school that reinforces and expands on that learning,” he said. ”This is a great opportunity for them to get feedback that isn’t just from their instructors and to reshape how they might think about interacting with potential clients. Part of that could be ensuring that they are professional in their approach and refining their application process.”

The installation is set to be unveiled in the fall of 2019. Hunchak said it will fit into the vision of the neighbourhood’s urban square, which will feature places for residents to shop, eat, socialize or relax. It will be home to special events like festivals, concerts and farmers’ markets.

“I think the art piece will help create an added experience for that plaza beyond what we typically do with our playgrounds and parks,” he said.

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