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LIFESTYLE 40 | Millennial lifestyle Park Point purchaser loves the Beltline life FEATURE 43 | Holmes 2.0 Mike Holmes Jr. headlines first Calgary Renovation Show A DAY IN CALGARY FITNESS 47 | New beginnings New Year, new resolutions to keep fit. Here’s where and how in YYC SHOPPING 51 | Work-a-day home Choosing the right furniture can make your home office work STYLE 56 | Live-work lifestyle Create the most work-conductive setting for your live-work space COLUMNS 61 | Condoscapes by Richard White 63 | Hope at Large by Marty Hope 65 | Around Town by Pepper Rodriguez
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Can I just say this? I’m glad 2016 is over! That was a bear of a year, if you ask me. All those political upheavals from Brexit to the last U.S. elections; all those celebrity deaths (David, Bowie, Prince and Alan Rickman were big ones for me, personally); the Stampeders losing a heartbreaker for the CFL Grey Cup after a heck of a season; not to mention the continued slump in the Alberta economy — 2016 will be easy to forget in my books. But I’m ever a glass half-full guy, and 2017 — right now — is full of potential. For one thing, we’re trying out some new things in the magazine, including The Designer Series, which makes its debut in Condo Living in this issue. This series is kind of like Pinterest on the printed page, and showcase more of the design of show homes and show suites with lots of blow-up pictures. And we start with Cardel Lifestyles’ Walden Place. We spoke with Cardel’s designers, Kristina and Kendra, to get their ideas in designing this condo space and hopefully, spark the readers’ own interior design ideas. The potential for the year that I’m talking about is also reflected in our cover story on Avi Urban’s new development of Maverick at Livingston, which leads the way into this new northern community and pave the growth for the area in years to come. We also have Emerald Sky by Carlisle in the nearby community of Kincora, Bridgeland Hill by GableCraft in the inner-city and Stonecroft Auburn Bay in the nearly finished lake community in south Calgary. Of course, we deem to cover all of the city in our condo coverage. We also focus in on Nolan Hill in the northwest that has certainly boomed and shows the popularity of this sector of Calgary. We also got to chat with Mike Holmes Jr., the son of TV home renovation star, Mike Holmes, who is one of the headliners in the first Calgary Renovation Show. We find out what makes hime tick, and how he’s different from his dad and what he will be discussing with Calgarians at the show. Live-work style is also at the theme of our STYLE, NEXT MONTH: Shopping and Focus On features. David Crosson Designing feature walls talks up practical style in your live-work space at home, Kathy McCormick tells us the essentials furniture we need for it, and Aaliya Essa’s photo feature on wall clocks shows the different decorative ways we can tell time here. 2016 didn’t really go the way we would have wanted, and with the exception of the continued sluggishness of the economy, everything took us quite by surprise. Here’s to hoping that the year ahead won’t be as shocking.
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Wall clocks are the ideal room décor to mark time and style BY AALIYA ESSA
SMART WATCHES AND smart phones may be handy devices to tell the time, but they can’t beat wall clocks when it comes to affecting the look of a room. Whether it’s a cuckoo clock or a Homer clock, wall clocks come in so many designs, shapes and sizes, personalizing your time is just that easy. CL [ 1 ] FirsTime® Windmill Wall Clock, $69.99 at Bed Bath and Beyond. [ 2 ] FirsTime® Whitewashed Rope Wall Clock, $56.99 at Bed Bath and Beyond. [ 3 ] IKEA PS 1995, $39.99 at IKEA. [ 4 ] Lucette Wall Clock, $299 at Urban Barn. [ 5 ] Homer Simpson 3-D Motion Wall Clock, $49.99 at Bed Bath and Beyond. [ 6 ] Starholk, $9.99 at Ikea. [ 7 ] Umbra® Numbra Meyal Wall Clock, $59.99 at Bed Bath and Beyond. [ 8 ] Alice Wall Clock, $99.99 at Urban Barn.
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Avi Urban leads the way with Maverick in new community of Livingston
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he pioneering spirit has ever been alive at Avi Urban, as the multifaceted multi-family developer has not only led the way in innovative condo and townhome designs, but also in finding new and exciting communities for their developments. Their newest offering, Maverick at Livingston, again proves Avi Urban’s acuity is picking the best new communities for their buyers, as this brand new location in north Calgary promises an active, vibrant, connected and family-friendly lifestyle with growth projected for years to come. But beyond leading the way in this new community, Maverick at Livingston has deeper meaning for Avi Urban.
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“Maverick in itself speaks to the heritage of our city and region,” says Avi Urban President Charron Ungar. “The name and development reflects the tenacity of the tough men and women who came out here, pioneering the new west as they blazed their own trails and set the bar for what we have today. “Avi Urban wanted to make a statement in naming the first apartment community for the master planned neighbourhood of Livingston,” Ungar continues. “A maverick, by definition, is an individual that is unorthodox and independent-minded, making the name well suited for a development of this magnitude.”
Maverick at Livingston will offer a total of 177 apartment condos spread over three boutique fourstorey buildings. The design of Maverick is unparalleled. Modern prairie inspired elevations set the stage for this development and mesh perfectly with an entirely new stable of unit layouts catering to today’s contemporary and sophisticated condominium buyer. Maverick at Livingston sets a new bar in apartment condominium living in North Calgary’s newest master planned community. With 13 distinct one- and two-bedroom plans, buyers
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will have the option of courtyard and street adjacent units, which include underground or at-grade parking stalls. With suites ranging from 530 to 974 square-feet and a starting price in the high $100,000s, Maverick provides high value product to price-conscious Calgarians. For one thing, each floor plan provides lots of additional storage. Standards include in-suite laundry, custom designed kitchen layout with built-in cabinet kitchen pantries, large format tile in all bathrooms, and luxury vinyl plank flooring in all kitchens. Top wish list items like stainless steel appliances, and quartz countertops also come standard, as do sleek LED disc light fixtures throughout. Residents also get five-foot shower stalls with tiled walls, and built-in niches in all ensuites add a personal touch to proceedings. Maverick boasts a prairie inspired contemporary elevation that brings together very clean lines, reflected by the smooth stucco exterior, corrugated metal decks and balconies and vibrant couloured panels. Maverick has an industrial vibe with the unique combination of textures, oversized black windows simple roofline, deep overhang decks are partially covered, offering a refreshing take on a simple built form. Hardiboard, corrugated metal, smooth stucco, vibrant colour panels and oversized black windows along the exterior blend to create a compelling, street-friendly, and durable structure. Maverick also provides in-house amenities, such as an underground car wash and underground dog wash, along with building-specific recreation rooms. Avi Urban has always believed in creating communities and not just buildings, and such amenities encourage connectivity among residents and reflect the vision of Livingston in its entirety. Livingston will be a key part in the growth of north central Calgary, which is already rich in amenities and is highly prospective of new employment opportunities. Buyers will enjoy close proximity to transit and existing amenities, while benefiting from the price point in the suburban environment. Affordability, safety and security, opportunity for growth are paramount in Livingston. Maverick is 10 minutes to Stoney Trail, the airport, and access to Highway 1 travelling west. Residents will enjoy immediate access to the major roadways for getting out of town or getting downtown quickly via Centre Street. Leading land developer, Brookfield Residential, which has developed such hit communities as Cranston and Auburn Bay in south Calgary, is developing Livingston, one of the biggest land development projects in this sector. There hasn’t been a development in this area for a long time. Livingston is planned to be a kind of new “suburban downtown,” which will in the future be connected to the city by the Green Line LRT. There is even a site for a future hospital. Right now, shopping and entertainment amenities in CrossIron Mills and Beacon Hill are just nearby, as are schools, grocery and convenience stores in the surrounding communities of Panorama Hills, Coventry Hills and Harvest Hills.
With suites ranging from 530 to 974 square-feet and a starting price in the high $100,000s, Maverick provides high value product to price-conscious Calgarians.
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Livingston is a complete community, founded on the concept of togetherness. Residents can live, shop, work, learn and play throughout each stage of their lives, and will love being part of an inclusive community. Upon completion, the Urban Corridor at Livingston will have 1,000,000 squarefeet of retail shops, office and services. An activity centre, homeowners’ association, potential location for North Health Campus and home of six future school sites cater to the needs of residents. Construction is slated to start in spring/ summer 2017, with anticipated possession dates of spring/summer in 2018. Ungar encourages potential homebuyers to register for Maverick at Livingston on www.avurban.com/maverick to get the latest updates. The low interest rates are at the foundation of why buying today is important. Buyers can take advantage of these low rates and get in on the first phase of the master planned community. Because we are in the pioneering stages of this community, buying earlier will secure the best pricing. This will be advantageous to buyers as phase one provides the best proximity to transit, centre street and other existing communities. The next phases will build out. n
FA ST FACTS Development: Maverick at Livingston Builder: Avi Urban Community: Livingston Style: Apartment condos Size: 530 to 974 sq. ft. Price: From the high $100,000s Register at www.aviurban.com/maverick For more information on Livingston, visit www.brookfieldresidential.com or visit their kiosk at CrossIron Mills mall
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tructural integrity, unsurpassed safety, and a natural sound-absorption quality make concrete buildings the ideal condo high-rise, but their often-prohibitive cost can be a disadvantage. Carlisle Group’s Emerald Sky development, however, has been a big hit as it brings affordability in its all-concrete apartment-condos and townhomes. It is highly unusual to see all-concrete multi-family projects in the suburbs; in fact Emerald Sky is currently the only one in its class in the city. And with its enviable location in the popular northwest community of Kincora, Emerald Sky was bound to be a winner. “We are approximately 65 per cent sold out,” says Carlisle Group’s Aislinn Bateman, manager-sales administration. “The first possessions in building 1000 started in November 2016 and continue into December 2016.” She adds that first move-ins for building 2000 also start in December 2016 and continue into January 2017. Emerald Sky’s eight townhomes are also under construction and are 50 per cent sold out and the estimated possession date for those is March 2017. The two condo towers and the townhomes represent the first of five phases of this forward-thinking, ambitious development. With condos starting in the $240,000s pre-GST, and townhomes in the $270,000 also pre-GST, it’s not surprising that it has been as warmly
It is highly unusual to see all-concrete multi-family projects in the suburbs; in fact Emerald Sky is currently the only one in its class in the city.
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received as it has been even during a tough market. Bateman says having the ability to offer quick move-ins is also a definite plus. Its concrete construction is Emerald Sky’s biggest draw, and unlike other condos that claim to be made of concrete, this Carlisle Group development is true to its word. Where some have only floors and ceilings made of concrete with steel and drywall walls, Emerald Sky will have complete concrete construction all around. Bateman says it ensures complete privacy and provides the ultimate in sound-proofing, as concrete absorbs sound transfer better. Its location in the established community of Kincora is also key. Buyers here will appreciate the ability to have a move-in ready setting, where the community is still new, but not under construction, and there are a variety of amenities right at your doorstep, including the largest Walmart in western Canada, among other retail and shopping opportunities. “We are also close to Shaganappi Trail, Stoney Trail and Sarcee Trail, which makes going in and out of the neighbourhood quite easy,” Bateman adds. Another plus for Emerald Sky is that homes come with a high-end standard package,
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Homes come with a high-end standard package, where buyers will have very little to upgrade… where buyers will have very little to upgrade, with Black Pearl granite countertops in the kitchen and bathroom, stainless steel appliances, Dark Caramel wood shaker cabinets that feature adjustable shelves, and finished with double glazed exterior contemporary brushed stainless steel pulls, energy efficient and maintenance-free windows, just to mention a few highlights. Bateman says this is Carlisle’s first project where they offer their ‘elite series’, which offers buyers upgraded standard features. The variety of floor plans that suits a wide range of lifestyles is also very appealing. Emerald Sky will include over 665 suites, which are available in a variety of options. There are six condo floor plans ranging in size from 646 to 937 square-feet. There are two-bedroom-one-bath models, as well as two-bed-two-bath options, some of the latter can also come with a den. “Our Pinnacle Floor Plan is popular because it is a larger unit, which works well for people who are downsizing. Our Sapphire Floor Plan is also popular because of the price point for a two-bedroom, two-bathroom
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condo,” she points out. “Some units also have amazing outdoor patio spaces.” There are two townhome floor plans available. One is 1,478 square-feet and the other is 1,552 square-feet, she says. Both condos and townhomes seem to be attracting downsizing couples and single professionals who make up the majority of Emerald Sky buyers. Yet, even in the midst of the Emerald Sky development, Carlisle is already thinking ahead. “In 2017, Carlisle plans to move forward with the development of a new major community in the southwest, at Silverado Station that will consist of approximately 1,400 units,” Bateman says. CL
FA S T FAC T S COMMUNITY: Kincora PROJECT: Emerald Sky DEVELOPER: Carlisle Group STYLE: Apartment condos and townhomes SIZE: Starts from 646 to 1,552 sq. ft. PRICE: Starts from the mid $200,000s SALES CENTRE: 2316 – 10 Kincora Glen Park N.W. HOURS: Monday-Thursday 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Saturday, Sunday and Holidays Noon to 5:00 pm WEBSITE: www.carlislegroup.ca
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hen it comes to shopping around for a new pad, these days the dream is to own a place that complements or enhances a well-balanced and vibrant lifestyle. Perched on a hilltop with expansive million dollar views, the four-storey development of Bridgeland Hill beckons Calgarians who want it all — community, connectivity, and character. Bridgeland Hill, by Vancouver-based developer GableCraft Homes, is on Edmonton Trail and 1st Avenue N.E. with a total of 101 apartment-style suites, and the panoramic views it provides are certainly worth more than what it’s being sold for. New residents, in fact, are already enjoying this as move-ins have already begun. The building was completed last summer and — at 70 per cent sold — there are plenty of opportunities for quick possessions to start enjoying this connected lifestyle affordably. Price points start in the low $300,000s.
“If there are people looking for a product within the next month or so, we’re definitely an option as buyers can get in with something very affordable,” says Daniel Medina, Sales Manager for Bridgeland Hill. “This is some of the best pricing we’ve seen in the last few years especially for new homes in the inner city, and it’s definitely something people want to take advantage of now.”
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Suites at Bridgeland Hill are contemporary, sleek, and fully equipped with all of the essential conveniences one would need to entertain guests or to relax after a busy day of work or play. Boasting a well-designed layout that maximizes natural light, the development features spacious one-, two-, or three-bedroom plans ranging in size from 577 to 1,088 squarefeet. For a glimpse of Bridgeland Hill’s refined living experience, the in-building presentation centre has four display suites potential buyers can browse and walk through. “One of the show suites is a one-bedroom plan at 632 squarefeet,” Medina says. “This floorplan specifically is very comfortable, and you get all of the high-end finishes like stainless steel appliances, a gas stove top, a Fisher and Paykel fridge, polished quartz countertops, Ger-
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man-made HARO laminate flooring and a full-size washer and dryer — all of which comes standard.” Another suite on display that Medina describes is a south-facing two bedroom, with the same luxurious standards, in a light colour scheme. Other perks the residents of Bridgeland Hill can expect are convenient USB outlets in the master bedroom and kitchen spaces, high gloss or teak kitchen cabinetry, elegant spa-like bathrooms, and an outdoor balcony or patio. “Some of our top floor units have vaulted ceilings as well, at about 10-feet high, so that’s another really attractive feature for a buyer looking for something more luxurious,” he adds. The building itself also has a private 2,000 squarefeet courtyard perfect for summer picnics, an in-house fitness facility, underground titled parking and visitor parking, large storage lockers, and secure bike storage with direct ramp access to the street. Medina says that with the bike lanes on Edmonton Trail, there’s immediate access to downtown or to the Bow River pathway system. With superior accessibility and topnotch finishes and appliances, it’s no surprise that Bridgeland Hill has attracted a crowd of young professionals and first-time homebuyers. Ideal for those with active lifestyles seeking a lively community-vibe or a trendy streetscape, the Bridgeland neighbourhood and the
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inner city itself is a big factor in drawing new homeowners to the area. “It’s an up and coming community, and a lot has changed within the last couple of years but you have all of these little gems that really make the community and the people come together,” Medina says. “It’s a place where everyone knows each other and there’s a strong community feel that you can’t find anywhere else in Calgary.” Once known as Little Italy, Bridgeland is also home to delicious restaurants serving authentic Italian cuisine including La Dolce Vita, Roma’s Pizzeria, La Brezza Ristorante and Villa Firenze to name a few. Along with the lightning-fast commute to downtown, there are parks, playgrounds, a day care and afterschool program, a recreation centre, and five schools nearby. From boutique shops and a myriad of other dining options all within walking distance, there’s no shortage of amenities or services in the area. The long standing, family-run Luke’s Drug Mart is a block away and where Medina says serves Four Barrel Coffee — the best coffee in town in his opinion. “There are many spots people talk about when they come to the area,” he says. “OEB breakfast is a five-minute walk up the hill from the development, and
Burger 320 is a phenomenal spot in the community for one of the best burgers.” Bridgeland Hill’s sister development, Bridgeland Crossing is also located nearby in the community. Medina says the first phase of Bridgeland Crossing is complete and is sold out. GableCraft Homes is currently selling units in Phase 2. “There’s a lot more to come from GableCraft Homes and you’ll get a feel for the high-end finishes and workmanship by visiting us here in our presentation centre.” For sales centre hours and more information, visit the website at gablecrafthomes.ca. CL
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t’s now or never. Literally. That’s the word from Cheryl Donnelly, sales associate for Stonecroft Auburn Bay, as the company’s condominium development in the popular south lake community nears sold-out status. With approximately 90 per cent of the suites already sold and just 14 homes remaining, the project is entering the home stretch. And, with these kinds of prices in this kind of location
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Stonecroft Auburn Bay is just about the last opportunity to get into one of the most popular addresses in one of Calgary’s most sought after new communities. “Our buyers really like the location,” says Donnelly. “Auburn Bay is a very attractive community with lots of amenities. There’s the lake, of course, all 43 acres of it, with beach house, tennis courts, gym and picnic areas, making it a
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hub for meeting with family and friends all the year ‘round. Plus, being right across the street from the hospital has been a huge draw for bringing in buyers.” In fact, a large number of doctors, nurses and other Calgary South Health Campus employees call Auburn Bay home as the four-building complex presents lifestyle options to suit everyone from first-time homebuyers, to young families, to newly and nearly retired couples. “The buildings are very attractive,” says Donnelly, “both inside and out. The standard finishings here are so nice that it’s hard to really go any higher. We have all the upgrades, including hardwood floors, nine-foot ceilings, in-floor heating, maple cabinetry for buyers that want real wood, quartz countertops, tile flooring in the bathrooms, just to name a few,” she says. Throw in a full stainless steel appliance package, stacked washer/dryer, garburator, window blind coverings and a natural gas barbecue hook-up on the deck, and these homes are pretty much move-in ready. Topping it all off is the availability of underground parking, just because you like doing things like ice skating outside in the winter doesn’t mean your car wants to too. If your car had a say in where you live, you can bet
it would vote for the indoor parking! Although there’s just a handful of suites remaining, the variety of floor plans in the development means there is still a great selection for buyers to choose from, with two-bedroom and two-bathroom plus den layouts available. Floor plans are all quite spacious compared to many
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Throw in a full stainless steel appliance package, stacked washer/dryer, garburator, window blind coverings and a natural gas barbecue hook-up on the deck, and these homes are pretty much move-in ready.
apartment style condos, with suites ranging in size from 914 squarefeet all the way up to a very roomy 1,008 square-feet. The ‘A’ layout is the largest model at 1,008 square-feet, which includes two-bedrooms and two bathrooms plus a den/office. This floor plan is perfect for buyers that may want to work from home or perhaps need that extra space for a craft room or just a bit of extra storage. Another model, the ‘H’ unit, is designed specifically with the master suite, or personal retreat as some folks prefer to call it, as a key feature. It has a large bedroom that can easily fit a king-size bed with plenty of room to spare for additional furniture like dressers and end tables. Working in combination with a second bedroom and den, at 948 square-feet, buyers will enjoy this well-thought-out floor plan. What buyers of any age, occupation or lifestyle can clearly appreciate is the price. Suites here range from a very affordable $276,000 to $315,000, and that’s with prices already including GST.
FA S T FAC T S PROJECT: Stonecroft Auburn Bay BUILDER: Stonecroft COMMUNITY: Auburn Bay DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential STYLE: Apartment condos SIZE: 914 – 1,008 sq. ft. PRICE: From $276,000 SALES CENTRE: Corner of Seton Blvd. and Auburn Bay Link SE HOURS: Saturday to Thursday 12 to 5 p.m., closed Fridays WEB: www.stonecroft.ab.ca/auburn-bay
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That’s definitely a big part of the attraction, says Donnelly, and a major reason why Stonecroft Auburn Bay is a viable option for such a wide spectrum of buyers. One would expect nothing less from Stonecroft, a company that’s earned a well-deserved reputation as one of Calgary’s best high-end condo developers based on their dedication to craftsmanship, attention to detail, and focus on building for real people’s lives – where functionality and practicality are as big a part of the design as the aesthetics. Combine that with the access to amenities in Auburn Bay, where you have such a wide variety of shopping, dining and recreational options literally right outside your door, and you’ve got the makings of a stay-cation that will make coming home the best part of your day every day. CL
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olan Hill’s story continues to unfold “This past year, The Gates of Nolan Hill, but the end is in sight, as this tranquil, a local neighbourhood node has opened family-friendly hillside community in the doors of several new businesses. Rethe northwest enters its last phase. tailers include – Sobey’s, State & Main Pub, Barely five years after its first show homes opened, Breathe Hot Yoga, Veterinarian, Barber it’s a little overwhelming to see that this United Shop, Dairy Queen, Papa John’s and much Communities development is already 80 per cent more. And it’s all within walking distance built out. New amenities along with more estab- for residents of Nolan Hill.” lished facilities and services are already there for By all accounts Nolan Hill has exceeded residents to enjoy. expectations and had built out quite rapidly “We’re one of the newest established communities since the first show homes opened in 2012. in the northwest,” says Steve LePan, Marketing “This success can be attributed to the high Director for United Communities, the renowned demand location in the northwest, with developer of Nolan Hill. easy access to Stoney Trail,” LePan adds.
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Nolan Hill is the classic example of their philosophy and innovation coming together to combine old world charm with new world luxury and amenities.
In fact, with the completion of the Shaganappi Trail and Sarcee Trail all the way up to 144 Avenue N.W., accessibility has become that much easier for Nolan Hill residents. But what has made Nolan Hill such a popular choice across the demographic spectrum – especially for first-time buyers, downsizers, and growing families – is its close-to-nature character. Set amidst 500 acres of rolling prairie land, the topography actually recalls the British Isles, which inspired the distinct style of the community with Celtic-styled castle-ruin entry features. “Old world charm and modern living come together to create an Irish theme in Nolan Hill. The castle ruins, rolling hills and architecture that focuses on stonework and deep rich colours all create a stunning sense of arrival and a place residents are happy to call home,” LePan says. Nolan Hill has an abundance of green space, including a ravine, pathway system, parks and playgrounds. There’s a great space for every member of the family to enjoy, whether it’s the children playing at the park, or the entire family taking a stroll, or riding a bike through
the greater network of community paths in the area. There are also three future school sites in the community that brings a promise of an even brighter future for residents. The variety of housing options is another big selling feature, LePan says. There’s everything from townhomes, starting in the $300,000s; then you get into zero lot line homes, on 29-foot lots, front garage homes, from the $480,000s. Move-up homes start at $490,000, and estate-style homes start in the $600,000s all the way up to the $800,000s. “There is something for everyone, no matter your price point, or your family needs,” he says. There are 16 single-family show homes open from reputable builders like Homes
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by Avi, Morrison Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Sterling Homes, Shane Homes, and Trico Homes. On the multi-family side of things, there’s Sonoma at Nolan Hill, by Morrison Homes, town home show suite has 1,214 square-feet of space with three bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths starting in the $300,000s. Nolan Park features two and three-bedroom townhomes by Cardel Lifestyles, offering 1,263-1,577 square-feet of condo living from the low $300,000s. Carnaby Heights, by Jayman BUILT, also offers two- and three-bedroom townhomes ranging from 1,195 to 1,725 square-feet from the $310,000s. Also new in the multi-family side of things is Elements by Cedarglen, these are townhomes from the high $300,000s.
FA S T FA C T S COMMUNITY: Nolan Hill DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Multi-family — Morrison Homes, Cardel Lifestyles, Creations by Shane
Nolan Hill’s success comes as no surprise given United Communities sterling record of developing some of Calgary’s favourite neighbourhoods for more than 30 years, including Sage Hill, which is right next door to Nolan Hill. Their corporate philosophy is simple: build communities that lead by example, that are focused around buyers wants and needs, and add value to people’s lives. Nolan Hill is the classic example of their philosophy and innovation coming together to combine old world charm with new world luxury and amenities. It’s a creative approach to designing ‘people-friendly’ neighbourhoods that’s obviously working. In 2017, United Communities will be breaking ground in the south end of the City, with Belmont. And in Okotoks with a new community called, D’Arcy, LePan says. CL
Homes, Jayman Modus, Cedarglen Living
Single-family — Shane Homes, Sterling Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Trico
Homes, Homes by Avi and Morrison Homes.
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Multi-family from the $300,000s;
Single-family homes from the $460,000s;
Semi-estate homes from the $600,000 to $800,000+
DIRECTIONS: Take Sarcee Trail north from Stoney Trail and follow the signs. HOURS: Monday to Thursday 2 to 8 p.m., weekends and holidays 12 to 5 p.m. WEBSITE: www.nolanhillunited.com
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Style and comfort Kristina and Kendra’s Walden Place design brings urban comfort BY PEPPER RODRIGUEZ
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here’s an art that goes into designing every condo show suite — working with the space provided, staying within budget, going for the wow factor each and everytime — but the biggest challenge is trying to please everyone. “You don’t want to walk into a show home and see a wall paper or feature wall or some other design element that you hate and turns you off, that defeats the purpose of the show home,” says Kristina Hutchins. “Of course, that really depends on who the demographic is for the show home, but you generally don’t too much of a high contrast in the colour schemes,” says Kendra Halluk. Together, Kristina and Kendra develop all the show home designs for Cardel Homes and its multi-family arm, Cardel Lifestyles. There are, of course, differences in how to go about designing a single-family home and an apartment-style condo, but for the two, it’s all about achieving “livability” in the home. “Our goal is to make everyone feel like this is a home where they can see themselves living in,” Kristina says. The Walden Place show suite, The Palliser — an 897-square-foot two-bedroom two-bathroom home — has been particularly appealing to couples starting out and downsizers scaling down. “It has modern touches like the chrome bar stools the quartz countertops and the high-gloss cabinetry, but we balance this with warm colour tones to achieve a blend of contemporary and traditional styles,” Kristina says. “It’s our way of pleasing everyone, yet creating a memorable, livable space where visitors can imagine themselves staying in.” Getting the right scale in furniture is key — stainless steel appliances come standard with each unit in Walden Place — but Kristina and Kendra have to think of everything else that would turn open-concept floor plan into an enticing place of imagined living.
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Undermount sinks in the dual vanities are on many buyers’ wish lists and the 90-degree taps are a nod to the urban spirit of the home. Bright chrome handles bring the bling and are easy to clean. “The full-height mirror (an upgrade) makes a big difference in shaping the look of the master bathroom,” Kendra says. The tile wall in the glass shower stall creates a relaxing spa-like retreat. The Palliser starts at $249,900, plus GST. The Walden Place show suite is located at 23 Walgrove Cove S.E.
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Lighting fixtures are always essential in developing the look a the living space, and these modern glass pendant lighting from Cartwright Lighting are gorgeous, and goes well with the quartz countertops and seamless beauty of the full height stack-installed tile backsplash.
Moen’s Sto kitchen faucet is an elegant exclamation point in the big centre island with extended ledge that suits a lot of practical purposes and perfect for an evening of entertainment with friends.
The bar stools are from Home Evolution and are quite heavy. “We went with these stools rather than the high chair style with backs, because it works better in condo spaces,” Kristina says. CL
The living room relies on set pieces like the Stylus fabric sofa is from Urban Barn to establish scale. The faux finish chalk coffee table is an older piece that Kristina and Kendra re-finished themselves. The drapery — the hardest to do in any home or show home — they had to sew themselves too. “We pick the drapery from Designers’ Edge and sew them ourselves to fit each show suite or show home,” Kendra says. The shiplap-style feature wall is brings a rustic touch counterbalanced by the totally modern metal sculpture from Mercana. The Avalon planks Barrel Oak vinyl flooring from Richmond Reflections add to the warm tone of the show suite. CO N D O L I V I N G JAN UARY 2017
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Park Point purchaser loves the Beltline life
STORY BY DARLENE CASTEN PHOTOS BY DON MOLYNEAUX
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hitney is a homeowner, landlord and renter, but all of that will soon change with a purchase that will bring her from being a player in every sector of the real-estate market to simply living in the perfect condo in a neighbourhood she has fallen in love with. The 28-year-old got her start as a homeowner with a condo in Royal Oak. From there she built her first house, in Okotoks, to be close to her parents and siblings. That was almost three years ago. In April, Whitney decided she wanted to move back to Calgary, but wanted a totally different experience. She rented out her house to her parents, while they renovated their own home and became a renter herself in a new Beltline building. “I’ve never rented before,” she says. “I was nervous.” It turned out that Whitney fell in love with her Beltline neighbourhood and decided to make it permanent, and made the decision to purchase a suite in Park Point. Park Point is a two-tower, 289-unit apartment condo development by Qualex-Landmark™ that is going up only a few blocks away from where she currently lives. A stop at their show room on 11th Avenue S.W. and 3rd Street, and she knew she found her perfect fit. She says she looked around in other downtown neighbourhoods,
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but decided her heart had already found a home. “I love the area,” she says. “I have access to so many things. 17th Avenue is close. I can walk to 17th and Stephen Avenue.” Most of Whitney’s friends live downtown and she meets up with them at local spots, like the Ship and Anchor and Local, she says. The Beltline also offers one of her favourite things in life, in abundance. “I also love coffee more than anything,” she says. “I go to the Purple Perk in Mission and Waves on 17th. I also try to try a new coffee shop every couple of weeks.” It hasn’t taken long to figure out the Beltline is the place for Whitney. “It has been the best move of my life,” shey says. “As a young professional, and I’m single, its just conducive to my life. ” Another reason why Park Point called to her is its proximity to Central Memorial Park. “The atmosphere in the park is great,” she says. “It’s always busy and there are lots of benches and the fountains give a nice ambience. There are grassy parts so you can lie out and read a book.” Her ninth-floor, west-facing one-bedroom, one bathroom apartment will overlook the park. She can’t wait to sit on the balcony, take in the view and enjoy the setting sun. “I love to get the afternoon sun,” she says. The approximately 500 square foot unit will fit her perfectly, she says, even coming from a 1,700 square foot home with two bedrooms and three bedrooms in Okotoks. “I didn’t use 90 per cent of my house in Okotoks,” she says. “I didn’t fill up every room. Material things don’t matter as much to me.” Moving into her current rental, which is a similar size to her Park Point unit, was no problem so she will be able to bring all of her current furnishings with her. A sectional sofa for her living room will even make the transition, she says and her glass and metal kitchen table is made for her new space. Whitney says the finishing and colour palettes offered at Park Point fit with her current esthetic, making it easy to incorporate her modern style into her new condo.
“They had three different colour palettes and I chose ‘dawn’, which is based on white,” she said. “The granite is light, the cupboards are white and the accents are grey.” It was the clean look she was going for, she says. The wide-plank laminate flooring adds to the light and contemporary feel, says Whitney. The large bathroom, with a full-size stand-up shower is also a great feature, she says. In the bedroom, there is plenty of closet space, she adds. “I need space for my clothes,” she laughs. “Its important.” Another selling point was in the insuite laundry and the underground parking. “There is parking, which is key,” Whitney says. “I needed somewhere to park my car.” Although the Beltline is a totally walk-able neighbourhood, she works near Chinook Mall, a quick drive from her neighbourhood, she explains. Park Point also ahs underground visitor parking stalls and bike storage. Residents will have an on-site vehicle, bike and dog wash at their disposal as well. Living only a few blocks from where Park Point is making its way skyward is exciting, Whitney says. “I can watch it go up,” she says. Possession for her unit, which she purchased in April for $367,000, is in the spring of 2018. CL
“It has been the best move of my life. As a young professional, and I’m single, its just conducive to my life.”
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Holmes 2.0 Mike Holmes Jr. headlines first Calgary Renovation Show
Mike Holmes Jr.
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ighting the good fight as a superhero was all Mike Holmes Jr. dreamed about when he was a kid. As he grew older that turned into a dream of becoming a firefighter. But when his dad came calling, that was when he found his true passion. Mike — or MJ, as he’s called — is the son of renowned TV home renovation star, Mike Holmes, and it was probably fated — or in his DNA all along — that he would find himself today renovating homes in front of a camera. After all righting residential construction wrongs is a job for a superhero, too. “Originally, I never intended on getting into the trades,” MJ tells Condo Living. “The plan was to go to post secondary school for firefighting. I wanted to help people. I always wanted to be a superhero as a little kid, and to me, pulling people out of a burning building was the closest and most rewarding thing to it. I thought it was a very honourable and fulfilling career.” Life might have brought him to a different path but he still helps people in a very tangible way. And all it took was doing a summer job for his dad. He started working with his father when he was just 14 years old on the set of Holmes on Homes®. “That summer I shadowed my dad and his construction crew, and fell in love with the trades,” he says. “What really made me love the trades even more was the fact that I was helping people. Knowing that I could make a difference in the construction industry, and also help people through the television show was priceless.” For 11+ years viewers watched Mike Jr. grow up as he helped his father on some of his most ambitious builds and projects, including Holmes in New Orleans, Mike’s Ultimate Garage and HOME FREE on FOX.
“I always wanted to be a superhero as a little kid, and to me, pulling people out of a burning building was the closest and most rewarding thing to it…”
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The Calgary Renovation show is especially focused to homebuyers looking to change up the look of their homes, and that such a show is all the more timely. Today MJ focuses on a holistic approach to proper home building that supports healthy living and stars in the newest edition of the Holmes series franchise, Holmes + Holmes, where he and his dad transform his modest bachelor bungalow into a two-storey masterpiece. Now life brings MJ to Calgary, not for the first time — as he is an avid outdoorsman and loves the Rockies — but the first time appearing at a home trade show here. MJ is one of the headliners of the first Calgary Renovation Show, the newest home trade show produced by Marketplace Events, which takes place January 13 to 15 at the BMO Centre in the Stampede Park. “This will be my first show in Calgary, but not my first show in Alberta! I love the mountains and the people out west. I also have some friends and family out there that I look forward to seeing!” he says. MJ will be discussing “everything renovations” at the Calgary Renovation show, but there’s a very personal touch as he will talk
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about his own experience in renovating his home. “I want to share with people the things I learned during the renovation process and what to do and what not do and where to prioritize your renovations. Renovating your home can be a very tricky process when you don’t know what products to use, or where to start.” He also has ideas on how Calgarians suffering from an economic downturn can do their home renovations without breaking the bank. “There are always cost-effective ways of doing a kitchen or bath renovation. It really comes down to the finishes. Where you may have to sacrifice on price is your counter tops and your tile, and you also may not be able to afford that heated floor. But don’t cheap out on the bones though,” he says. “Don’t cut corners to save money. That is one of the biggest mistakes people often make. They want the beautiful counter tops and tiles and they cut corners on the actual building process. This often leads to having to re-do the project
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on those plans for a while and instead, repurposing and renovating the space they already have to fit their needs,” she says. “The all-new Calgary Renovation show focuses on reimagining your current space. You can come down and meet with every variety of contractor and check out all of the latest trends in renovations, as well as get inspired and even learn how to complete some of the renovations on your own,” she adds. There will be over 200 exhibitors, including IKEA, Floform, Sleep Country and many local renovation companies. For more information, go to www.calgaryrenovationshow.com CL
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in the future, which is not only a waste of money, but its a waste of material that we don’t need to put into the landfill.” MJ isn’t the only starring at the Calgary Renovation Show. There’s also the new reno duo of Jillian Harris, designer & co-host of Love It or List It Vancouver, and her partner Justin Pasutto. As new parents working through a home reno of their own, designer Jillian and long-term partner Justin will be sharing their unique insight on how to communicate, compromise and stay on budget during the stress of a home renovation project. The couple is well known for their sense of humour, honesty and transparency with their fans, and will share their practical advice on surviving home renovations as a family. Marketplace Events also produces the Calgary Home + Garden Show (spring) and Calgary Home + Design show (fall). Marketplace Events show manager, Teri Salazar says the Calgary Renovation show is especially focused to homebuyers looking to change up the look of their home, and that such a show is all the more timely. “Given the current economic situation, Calgarians who were thinking about moving into a bigger home may be holding off
Real advice. Real inspiration. Real experts. The new Calgary Renovation Show (formerly Calgary Homexpo) is back and better than ever with a brand-new look for 2017. Get no-nonsense advice from stars including Love it or List it Vancouver’s Jillian Harris and partner Justin Pasutto, HGTV Canada’s Mike Holmes Jr., Rosalyn Lazaruk and Danielle Bryk, and gain inspiration and ideas from more than 200 trusted brands and local vendors. Three days only: January 13-15, 2017 at the BMO Centre at Stampede Park. Satisfaction is guaranteed — we’re so sure you’ll enjoy the show, we’ll refund your admission if you don’t! Buy tickets online and save $3.
Show Dates & Hours
Friday, January 13th: Noon – 9:00pm Saturday, January 14th: 10:00am – 9:00pm Sunday, January 15th: 10:00am – 6:00pm
Admission
Children 12 and under: FREE Adults (13+): $12.00 Adults (13+): ONLINE $9.00 Seniors (60+): $10.00 Seniors (60+): ONLINE $7.00 Seniors Friday before 5pm only $5.00 (Box Office & Online) Buy tickets online courtesy of RenovationFind and save $3 at www.calgaryrenovationshow.com. Web: calgaryrenovationshow.com Facebook: facebook.com/homeandgardenevents Twitter: @HomeShowsAB CO N D O L I V I N G JAN UARY 2017
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New Year has begun and your resolution is to take better care of yourself. You want to look good, get fit and make 2017 the best year ever. Then just do it. Get out there. Get a gym membership. Sign up for a class. Turn your life around, one step at a time. And if you break your New Year’s resolutions by January 2, don’t give up. Just start again and don’t stop until you achieve your goal. “January First, March 18th, June 5th or any spot on the calendar are terrific days to begin a fitness program,” says Calgary trainer Pete Estabrooks, a.k.a. The Fitness Guy. “Your body doesn’t know dates but thrives on movement. Every single move you make complements further movement. The more you do, the more you can do.” And that, he says, is “what being happy, healthy and alive is all about.”
“The more you do, the more you can do.”
Sandra Bueckert at One on One Fitness
FIND SOMEONE TO HELP Calgarian Ashton Michael knows what it’s like to need a change. For years, he ate too much, drank too much and just generally didn’t take care of himself. Then he decided to make some changes — in a big way. These days, he’s fit and fantastic, and he’s helping others get back on track, too. Through his program FeelGood Calgary (feelgoodcalgary. com), he and his team offer classes (mindful eating, anxiety and stress relief, mind-body fitness and more) for individuals and corporations looking to make positive changes. And in early 2017, FeelGood Calgary will rebrand to become Shake, “for those who don’t just want to tiptoe or dabble in general health and I VI N I NGG CCOONNDDOOLLI V J JAANNUUAARRYY22001 177
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“Shake is for those who want to be happier and find out more about our community. Shake is for the bored, the stuck, the anxious, and the fearful.” wellness,” he says. “ Shake is for those who want to — sometimes need to — make transformations, be happier and find out more about our community. Shake is for the bored, the stuck, the anxious, and the fearful.”
FOR THE NOVICE Never taken a fitness class before? Not sure where to start? Yoga is a beautiful way to relax and get in shape. There are yoga studios all over the city, but one popular place is Junction 9 Yoga & Pilates in Inglewood. If you’ve never attended a class at Junction 9 before, consider signing up for the 30-day unlimited introductory offer for yoga, Pilates or both.
Sandra Bueckert at One on One Fitness (oneononefitness.ca) also offers personal training for men and women who want to take their workouts to the next level. Next year, Bueckert will launch a fitness competition for women 35 years and up. Her oldest client is 78 years old! Then there’s Heavens Elevated Fitness (heavensfitness.com), long a popular place for personal training, indoor cycling and spin classes, yoga, dance, High Intensity Interval Training and so much more. You can even sign up for private classes, if you and a handful of friends want to get in shape together.
DANCE, DANCE, DANCE Maybe you took dance lessons when you were a little kid, and you’ve never forgotten how much fun it was. Rekindle that flame by taking a
FIND A GYM There are gyms everywhere, it seems, in Calgary these days. Every quadrant of the city has myriad independent and chain offerings. Ask fit friends for recommendations or check out one of our favourites. Pete Estabrooks (The Fitness Guy, thefitnessguy.me) has long been one of the city’s leaders when it comes to personal training and fitness — especially TKO (boxing-based classes.) But he also offers surf classes in Costa Rica and other great places around the world. Consider signing up the next time you want to get away from it all (but work out while you’re there.) Or just book a few training sessions in Calgary, so you maximize the time you spend pumping iron.
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class for adults at Decidedly Jazz Danceworks (decidedlyjazz. com). The schedule is vast and varied, including jazz, ballet, hip hop, modern and Bollywood.
BOOK A TREATMENT Another option for those looking to improve their health holistically, Prema Health is located on 17th Avenue and 14th Street S.W. Call for massage, acupuncture, Reiki, Reflexology, infrared saunas and more. And The Spa Ritual (thesparitual.com) is another popular stop for massages, including prenatal and new mother massage, as well as reflexology, Reiki, cranio-sacral therapy and even hydration facials for cancer patients in need of a calming boost.
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Want to keep motivated? Then pick up a copy of Fusion Workouts: Fitness, Yoga, Pilates and Barre by Helen Vanderburg ($29, Human Kinetics) from Heavens Elevated Fitness. The idea behind it is that you use your own body weight to exercise anywhere, without fancy equipment. You’ll save time and money, and you’ll get (or stay) in shape. Within weeks of being released this past fall, the book became a Canadian bestseller. See what the fuss is all about. CL
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Work-a-day home Choosing the right furniture can make your home office work BY KATHY MCCORMICK
RIGHT Reitveld adjustable floor lamps, $409 at Wayfair.ca. BELOW Jack sculpture, $322.93 at Wayfair.ca.
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ven in today’s more mobile world, a home office is on most home owners’ wish lists — even if space is tight. A dedicated, efficient space for office supplies, whether you need a full-on work-at-home space or simply a quiet spot for paying bills and catching up on emails, is a must for homeowners in the wired world we live in. “In order to help foster productivity and creativity, it’s important for home offices to incorporate several design elements,” says Jessica Dowling, head of Wayfair Trade Services, Wayfair.ca. “The right amount of lighting is step one. A mixture of lamps and natural lighting with a workspace by a window or skylight helps improves performance.” From there it’s all about creating a space that works for you and how you work — and insuring it fits in with your home décor to make the space both functional and attractive. “Investing in a good desk and a comfortable chair is also important,” Dowling says. “A conventional office chair is a good go-to, but using a plush dining chair adds a fresh look.” An L-shaped desk or a long rectangular space might be ideal for how you work, says Emily Reaman, director of PR and communications for California Closet Company, which has many informative blog posts on office space and related content at www.californiaclosets.com (you can also find the Calgary location here).
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ABOVE California Closets opts for clean, open desks free of clutter for a fabulous home office.
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LEFT Edge Water Secretary desk, $529.99 at Wayfair.ca.
Serta® Rincon Ergonomic Executive Mesh Chair, $429.99 at Staples.
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“A clean, open desk that’s free of clutter provides an “We know our customers love versatility,” says Merideal place to spread out and complete tasks with ease.” edith Nethery. “It’s no surprise that one of the big trends is toward furniture designed for multi-use or While standard desks continue to be a big trend with small spaces.” many options and styles, some have wheels, making them easy to store away at the end of the day, says Another key to keeping things in their place is a mix Dowling. of open and closed shelving, says California Closets. And built-ins are a great way to incorporate the “Having both types of shelving gives you maximum home’s style with desks, shelves, cup- storage flexibility. Keep frequently used items in bins boards and storage all in one. If space is or display books and collectives on the open shelves.” tight some unique options are available. A few drawers can keep small items hidden away but close — and consider adding a lock to one of the One of the most compact — ideal for smaller homes or condos — is the Murphy bed, drawers for cheque books and secure files. More traditional technology will mean looking for which can have a desk component as items such as cord-tamers to keep them untangled the main feature hiding the bed until it’s needed. and hidden, or a pull-out shelf for the printer to keep it “Configured for a small studio apartment or handy but the bulky piece of technology can be hidden home office that doubles as a guest room, a Murphy when not needed. Fabric or cork boards (or walls) allow you bed is a clever, space-saving solution that offers instant flexibility,” says California Closet’s website. “You don’t have to compromise style where space is limited.” For more on Murphy beds, check this blog: www.californiaclosets.com/blog/6-questionsabout-murphy-beds-answered/. But there are other unique solutions to small spaces. “To help separate work from home, consider an armoire desk,” says Dowling. “These are multi-purpose and offer storage compartments that make it easy to put away materials after a day’s work.” They are a stylish solution, she says, that also offer ample storage “to keep you organized with minimal clutter.” The home office solutions follow the whole home trend today of multi-purpose, says the senior manager of Wayfair.ca.
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Whalen Legeant L-Shaped Desk, Cherry, $319.99 at Staples.
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to pin notes or inspirational quotes to keep you motivated and organized. And personalize the space so it’s truly yours. Photos, art pieces and plants do just that. “Plants are a seamless way to add a natural aspect to your office and are nice décor pieces, too,” says Dowling. But with today’s technology moving more and more towards wireless communication, do you need a specific space dedicated to the home office today? Yes, say the experts. “Some people pro-
duce their best work in a sitting, conventional desk setup, whereas with others, a coffee shop is better for them,” says Dowling. Either way, they need a specific place to store material so it’s organized and easy to find. This could be as elaborate as a whole office, or as simple as a filing cabinet or even a laptop briefcase or large tote with multiple compartments. “People are continuing to move to using laptops versus a desktop, so a laptop desk paired with a comfortable accent chair adds a nice setting for a home office.” It’s all about personizing space to fit your needs, she says. “When you’re not tethered to a desk, your options for working spaces are wide open. Consider more than one work spot — a comfy chair paired with a laptop desk, a console table or a kitchen island.” More and more, people are allocating space for computer work for all members of the household — kitchen alcoves for IT Centres, where cooks can check out recipes or pay bills while the meals are on the go — or parents can supervise the kids doing homework, computer desks in kids’ bedrooms or even in hallways outside the kids’ rooms so they can share the space, or even closet space off main living areas in apartments where a built-in desk and shelves serve the purpose and can be closed when not in use. Versatility is the key; functionality and productivity the goal. CL
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ccording to 2008 StatsCan data — the last time they did a study on the matter — approximately 3.6-million Canadians work from home. While this number included both the self-employed and salaried workers telecommuting, it’s still a substantial figure when you consider it’s the equivalent of three Calgarys. Regardless of whether or not the numbers have remained static or have gone up in the ensuing nine years, it’s pretty clear that working from home is more than a mere fad. Of course, the cliché that comes to mind is someone sitting at a messy kitchen table in their pajamas, halfheartedly tapping away on a laptop. In reality, though, having a set, businesslike routine is of the
utmost importance — especially if you are your own boss. Also vital to the success of both self-employed and telecommuting situations is having a dedicated work space, or at least one that can be dedicated between the appropriate hours. While some companies do offer financial assistance in getting proxy employees set up, more often than not the expense rests on the shoulders of the individual, which makes efficiency in both budgeting and space-planning key. Obviously in larger dwellings there is a greater chance to either assign a room as an office or at least eke out a corner somewhere you won’t be disturbed. Regardless, the principles of live/work spaces remain the same. Getting it right is all about smart choices — some of which vary from person to person and occupation to occupation, but the basics remain pretty constant. Be you a production accountant or an Etsy vendor, having a work surface is step one. Thankfully, we are living in truly wondrous times, as this can range from the grandest of desks down to the smallest of tablet stands. There are plenty of the latter on offer at IKEA, which is known for its savvy Scandinavian approach to small-space living. This sensibility is particularly beneficial when it comes to compact work zones, as seen in their Knotten Standing Desk (a truly healthy option) and the IKEA PS 2014 Secretary, available in white and
ABOVE Rendered in zesty orange, the IKEA PS 2014 Secretary is both workhorse and dazzler for those who like a bit of oomph in their office. LEFT TOP A touch of trad helps the Neo Leather Wingback Office Chair blends comfortably into home environments, both on duty and off. LEFT BOTTOM When space is at a premium, the aptly named Recluse Desk folds up or down for quick access, whatever business hours you keep.
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BELOW When not pressed into service as a filing cabinet, this stealthy Kendall unit in walnut plays well with others in contemporary and midcenturyinfluenced interiors.
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BOTTOM Handsome in classic black and burnished gold, the Remi Desk can also earn its keep as either a sofa table or console.
eye-catching orange. Both models offer ample elbow room for tackling projects while still remaining unobtrusive in the homestead (although I guarantee you will notice that orange number on-duty or off ). Similarly, CB2’s Recluse Desk lives up to its name, hanging discreetly on the wall until you presto-change-o it into service as ‘floating’ command post. For those who have room to spread out, options aplenty await at both Crate & Barrel and its sister company, CB2. If décor integration is important to you, the Kendal Walnut Filing Cabinet and Atwood Credenza (both from Crate) offer functional storage that blends in well with mid-century and industrial décor respectively. Likewise, their Neo Leather Wingback Chair looks literally right at home in a residential setting from the seat up, despite being all business below with its steel frame and swivel casters. Speaking of casters, CB2’s Go-cart White Rolling Desk is perfect for businesses “on the move”; the wheels lock in place when you find your sweet spot but otherwise it can be as nomadic as a mountain goat. Pair it with Crate & Barrel’s sleek Pilsen Filing Cabinet (also on casters) and you have a superbly modern office that will serve you anywhere you place it. Short on space but still in need of a serviceable surface? Crate’s Remi Writing Desk would beautifully perform a double role as either a console or sofa table while quietly awaiting its call to duty. For the Ultra-minimalist, CB2’s Peekaboo Acrylic Desk is to office furniture what the Invisible Man was to Sci-Fi: ghostly, discreet and oh-so-cool. Add a snazzy chair and a few attractive office accessories and it’s the ideal there/not there home-hub of commerce.
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Utilitarian never looked so good—these handy boxes inspired by a signature Chanel motif lend a touch of chic to any desk-scape.
Whether you are one of the 3.6-million or just dreaming of a shorter commute, working from home is here to stay… Of course, it doesn’t matter where you hang your hat if you’re not organized and CB2 has some very attractive yet practical solutions in store — or online, being as we live in Calgary. (Note: staffers in both the Vancouver and Toronto stores are most helpful and items can be shipped directly). Their Cement Desk Accessories are as down to earth as they are chic while their Tailor Storage Boxes get the job done in suiting-inspired grey flannel. For the truly tasteful, the Chanel-esque texture of their Quilted Black Storage Box es is sure to make any fashionista swoon. Whether you are one of the 3.6-million (and counting) or just dreaming of a shorter commute, working from home is here to stay and a viable option for the disciplined and industrious. With a bit of pizzazz and planning, this can be your reality if you play your cards right. Perhaps that would be a great late addition to the resolution list for 2017. Regardless, of your goals, I wish all of you health and happiness for the New Year ahead. CL
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: David Crosson is a freelance design writer and principal of the David Crosson Design Collective. He is a frequent media commentator on matters of life and style as well as a regular guest on CTV Morning Live. For more of his design ideas, visit www.dc-dc.ca P H OTO CO U RT E S Y O F C R AT E & B A R R EL
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TIME TO GET STRATEGIC?
(Part 1)
It’s time for Calgary to reconsider outdated ARPs to foster growth
CONDOSCAPES By Richard White
reg Morrow, Richard Parker Professor at the University of Calgary thinks it is time to rethink Calgary’s approach to planning. Instead of city planners and politicians spending 90 per cent of their time on city-wide planning, he things the City needs to be more strategic and spend 90 per cent of their time focusing on 10 per cent of the City where growth should occur. In a recent email debate between Morrow, Doug Roberts, Development Chair of the Richmond-Knob Hill Community Association and I, Morrow stated, “I think we need to move away from comprehensive local area plans (ARPs). With 150-plus communities, there are simply not enough resources to keep these up-to-date. Virtually every city in North America did some version of comprehensive local area planning with the expectation these would be updated every 5 years or so and virtually all have failed to do so. It is a systemic problem in planning.” In Calgary, many of our ARPs are 30-plus years old and have no relationship to present conditions. Therein lies the problem — comprehensive planning operates on the myth that planners know the optimal use for every square inch of the city decades into the future. Impossible! This speaks to the dual and contradictory nature of land use zoning which is meant to give communities certainty (if not protection) from random development, but it doesn’t allow for societal and economic changes, that drives development.
ABSURDLY PRESCRIPTIVE
The problem is compounded in Calgary because our land use bylaw is absurdly specific — landowners have to redesignate land to add uses not on the default list of
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discretionary uses for a particular district (and even then, since it's discretionary, there is no assurance they could get a development permit after the City has just approved the land use change. If the City’s approval process relies on discretion anyway, why do we have such a specific land use bylaw? It's redundant. The land use bylaw could be infinitely simpler — just say where retail is allowed, and since they are all discretionary uses anyway, use the Development Permit process to determine which specific uses would be appropriate for the context. That way, we don't have to keep redesignating land for exceedingly minor use changes. This is a huge drain on city and community association resources with no public benefit, since the discretionary process already provides a means to deny a particular use. Makes sense?????
WIN WIN
Overhauling the land use bylaw to dramatically simplify it would not only help developers but also make grassroots
strategic planning more accessible to the average person. Right now, even those on Calgary Planning Commission (Yes, I was once a member) have a hard time remembering the differences between C-COR1, COR2, C-COR3, or that some multi-family districts are controlled by FAR (Floor Area Ratio) and some by density (units/ha), and some allow certain configurations and not others. It baffles everyone why a townhouse is OK in one district, but only rowhouses in another. Yes townhouses and rowhouses defined differently. We've designed a system where even after we do comprehensive plans, we still have yet another step to map those onto the land use bylaw. CL Pick up Condo Living February 2017 for Part 2
Richard White has been writing about Calgary urban living for over 20 years. Follow him on twitter @everydaytourist, read his blogs at everydaytourist.ca or contact him at richardlw@shaw.ca CO N D O L I V I N G JAN UARY 2017
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WHAT’S IN STORE FOR 2017? Better times ahead for multi-family sector after “abysmal” 2016
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algary’s multi-family housing sector will likely spend a fair amount of 2017 moving inventory that has been accumulating since 2015. After that? Well, there’s a strong hint that things could start to improve. “The upward pressure on inventories is anticipated to carry over from 2016 into this year,” says Richard Cho, principal, market analysis in Calgary for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. “This is because the number of units under construction has been elevated while demand for housing has weakened.” While under-construction levels climbed in 2016, CMHC says the pace of starts in all multi-family sectors, including semi-detached, row housing, and apartment units moderated after two really busy years previously. The federal housing agency is forecasting between 5,100 and 5,300 multi-family starts for this year, just a couple of hundred lighter than was tallied in 2016. “It has not been a big surprise that new construction activity last year fell below historical averages. We got a pretty good indication in 2015 the challenges facing our economy and housing markets.” says Cho. But, he adds, it would Richard Cho appear that all types of housing activity, whether new or resale, has started to see some stabilization. While no overnight turnaround is expected CMHC does anticipate a gradual improvement.
All areas of Calgary have seen huge growth in multi-family construction, much of it tending to the affordable side with townhouses, street towns, and apartment condominiums. Charron Ungar, president of Avi Urban, the multi-family division of Home by Avi, says he’s hopeful things will start to turn around — at Charron Ungar least in some areas of the city and that the company is planning to launch “two or three” new developments this year. “I think, in general, consumers should expect a slight increase in the number of new developments that come on this year, as new uburban communities start releasing more inventory and redeveloped infill parcels get to market,” he says. Ungar adds that while suburban activity could increase, the “sluggish” outlook for the downtown region will remain. “There is just so much high-rise product either available or sitting on the shelf waiting for market improvement there.” But the elephant in the room remains the present and future health of the energy sector in Calgary, which has been harder hit by the downturn than Edmonton. CMHC has forecast population growth in Calgary to remain below two per cent per
HOPE AT LARGE
By Marty Hope
year through 2018. In addition, the labour market in Calgary has softened and the unemployment rate is not only well above historical averages but also hit double digits in October — and above the national average. Net migration is also likely to be impacted by the jobless issues, sending many job seekers to other regions in Canada. Ungar says 2016 was “unpredictable and downright gloomy” in some areas of the economy, but feels the worst might be in the rear-view mirror. “I feel a sense of optimism as I look forward. There is some great new multi-family product out there with plenty to choose from, and great incentives for buyers,” he says. “I think this year we will see most of the inventory that has accumulated being absorbed by consumers who recognize the advantage of acquiring a new home when the market is right.” CL
Marty Hope. For more than two decades Marty Hope has been reporting on the housing and development industry in Calgary, throughout Alberta, and across Canada. In March, he was presented with the Maple Leaf Award from the Canadian Home Builders’ Association which is given annually to a non-builder member in Canada for contributions to the industry. CO N D O L I V I N G JAN UARY 2017
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STREETSIDE HELPS OPEN NEW ACCESSIBLE HOUSING FOR RESOLVE
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he RESOLVE Campaign, home builder StreetSide Developments: A Qualico Company and two RESOLVE Partners, the Calgary Homeless Foundation (CHF) and Calgary Alpha House Society celebrates the opening of Aurora on the Park, the third new construction project to be completed through the RESOLVE Campaign to end homelessness in the city. Aurora on the Park is also one of the few accessible housing available that provides barrier-free, permanent supportive rental housing for 25 vulnerable and homeless Calgarians. The project was funded by provincial government grants and built by StreetSide
Developments: A Qualico Company as part of a “Visionary” gift to the RESOLVE Campaign. In addition to the contributions made by the Government of Alberta, Aurora on the Park was made possible by additional generous donors, including: the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation; David and Leslie Bissett; Ryan and Joella Shoemaker; James Hardie Building Products; and True Exteriors Ltd. “StreetSide Developments and Qualico became involved in the RESOLVE program as we saw an immediate fit with our corporate community giving philosophy,” says Glynn Hendry, Regional Vice President at Qualico Developments West Ltd.
AROUND TOWN
By Pepper Rodriguez
“We believe that our success as a company brings with it the responsibility to give back to the communities in which we live and work. Our involvement with Aurora on the Park has been equally rewarding to us in sharing the spirit of Calgary and providing hope to those in need.” Along with the Government of Alberta, the RESOLVE campaign has committed funding to build eight affordable housing apartment buildings throughout Calgary over the next three years.
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edarglen Living has made quite an impact as the first multi-family development to start sales in the burgeoning community of Seton has almost sold out in the first few weeks since it opened. Seton Park Place sold 50 of its first 74 units in the first two weeks since it began sales, and is now gearing up to start for its second phase. “We launched the east wing (74 units) on October 15th, 2016, and are now 80 per cent sold out of this phase, and we will be launching the west wing (68 units)
December 9th 2016,” says Ward Haggins, sales and development manager at Cedarglen Living, the multi-family arm of Cedarglen Homes. The project will consist of one 142-unit apartment with a combination of one-bed,
one-bath; two-bed, one-bath; two-bed, two-bath; and three-bed, two-bath units. Square footage will range from 571 to 1,425 square-feet. Each resident gets one underground parking stall. Prices start from $200,000. Haggins says Seton Park Place’s great location, architectural style and distinctive suite layouts all play a role in its success. “Perks of the area include Seton Rec Centre, slated to open in 2018, the site fronts onto a 16-acre park, and the future Green Line LRT will stop right behind our site,” he says. CL CO N D O L I V I N G JAN UARY 2017
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ADVERTISERS INDEX | 
ARRIVE Partners page 31
Hunter House Streetside Developments page 54
Park Point Qualex-Landmark page 11
Victory and Venture Providence Group page 26-27
Avenue West End Grosvenor page 4
Ivy Brookfield Residential page 2
Stepper Homes Cochrane page 60
Bridgeland Gablecraft Homes page 22
Jayman BUILT page 9
The Gates Remington Developments page 62
Viridian Trico Communities page 59
Carlisle Group page 6
Market Place Events Calgary Renovation Show page 46
The Guardian Hon Developments page 36
Champagne Remington Developments page 62
Maverick at Livingston Avi Urban FC page 12-14
The Loop Streeetside Developments page 35
Cove Properties page 5
My Legacy Park Brad Remington Homes page 69, back cover
Verona Trico Communities page 70
Origins Streetside Developments page 64
Verve Fram/Slokker Developments page 42
Emerald Sky Carlisle Group page 21 Henry Brookfield Residential page 50
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Vivace Streetside Developments page 71 Walden Place Cardel Lifestyles page 3 Zen Cranston Avalon Master Builder page 55 Zen Ravenwood Avalon Master Builder page 17