TRENDING | EDMONTON HOME DESIGN TRENDS 2022
Excel Homes
EMERGING TRENDS IN EDMONTON HOMES IN 2022 by PEPPER RODRIGUEZ
If the lockdowns of the previous two years taught us anything, it’s that it is better to be stuck indoors in a home that we love. But love, as ever, can be fickle, especially in home design where changing buyer needs dictate demand. Homebuilders have come up with new, lifestyleoriented designs that reflect today’s homebuyers’ needs. And most has to do with making the most of available space. Balancing the needs of practicality and style have always been key. And in this new era of home design the flex space reigns. Working from home increased the need for flex spaces not only in single-family homes where they are expected, but in the multi-family sector as well. But the need to please the senses is still as important and establishing an emotional tie with the homebuyer through stylishly staged showhomes remains key. EXCEL HOMES
Excel Homes’ success has always been its ability to accommodate the homebuyers’ ever-changing needs, and the past year was no different. What the renowned homebuilder has seen is a growing need for more space, especially among young families. Excel has come up with inventive solutions that assure more home for the money, including main floor flex room, bonus rooms, third floor lofts, developed basements and more! 20 New Home + Condo Guide | Jan. 7–Feb. 4, 2022
“Multigenerational living is also contributing to the demand for more space and for everyone in the home to have their own sanctuary within the home,” says Excel Homes Marketing Manager, Kristina Plank. She says Excel has also noticed a higher need for comfort. “With families spending more time at home, we have seen a rise in demand for more at home gyms, at-home offices and large master retreats. With the pandemic, homes are becoming the place where we live, work and play.” She says a majority of their buyers in Edmonton are looking for smaller floorplans and greater affordability. “We have applied these measures to our new models in 2021 in Edmonton such as the Archer Series that range from 1,200 to 1,444 square-feet and start from the high $300’s.” They offer the benefits of a front-drive garage (FDG) floorplans for a more affordable price. “It’s perfect for first time homebuyer or those who enjoy the perks of FDG homes without requiring the square footage,” she adds. Plank says developing secondary suites have become important to their buyers for rental income or to accommodate extended family. We are hoping to develop more floorplans that accommodate this upgrade,” she adds. Find out more at excelhomes.ca.
