Finding style and flair of Calgary’s new showhomes

Calgary’s new home spring market is in full swing, and this year showhomes are seeing the return of heavy traffic. Showhomes have always been the best tool for homebuilders to attract buyers. It allows them to not only show off their skill and expertise in building but gives buyers an aspirational glimpse of the lifestyle that is possible for them.

All the new communities in Calgary and region have exciting showhome parades to go through, a good tip is to go through the finalists of the BILD Calgary Region that we have in this issue to pick out a list of showhomes to visit. Calgary New Home + Condo Guide is here to “guide” new homebuyers on their picks and here are a few of our favourite new showhomes this year.

Hopewell Residential in Hotchkiss

The follow-up to Hopewell Residential’s highly successful Mahogany community in the southeast opened last year and it has – as expected – been a huge hit. Hotchkiss is jointly developed by Hopewell Residential and Qualico Communities, and offer single-family homes here with duplex, rear-laned, and front-drive garage homes available.

Hopewell Residential has showhomes of each to attract the widest range of buyers, including some brand-new models that made their debut here.

Hopewell Residential Marketing Manager, Marvin Coronia, says they take extra care in coming up with any showhome but especially more so in Hotchkiss.

“People first notice our enhanced exteriors. Some of our home models offer new features like stained columns and black vinyl windows that really catch the eye,” he says. “When they walk in, they immediately notice our wider staircases, expansive kitchens, and build quality.”

The Cari and the Rayn are their paired home showhomes in Hotchkiss, and they were chosen for their competitive price point for buyers with prices starting in the $450,000s, Coronia says. They are good starter homes for those who prefer a single-family lifestyle.

“The Rayn’s flexibility is the main draw, with up to six-bedroom options available. A main floor flex room to accommodate someone working from home, a separate ‘school from home’ space for the kids, as well as a great size entertainment room for people to unwind in.”

The rear laned Perri showhome has “wow” written all over it. “Once people walk in, all we hear is ‘wow.’ The 10-foot ceiling height, expanded kitchen at the rear, and expansive windows allow for so much natural light.”

While the Carisa front-drive garage showhome offers the opportunity “for someone to have everything they need without breaking the bank. This well-designed home had 3 bedrooms, a generously sized bonus room, and a main floor office. Everything a family needs,” Coronia adds.

Go to hotchkissliving.com to find out more.

NuVista Homes in Vermillion Hill

Vermillion Hill is one of the newest communities in the southwest and NuVista Homes is making quite the impression, opening brand-new single-family home models. NuVista’s new semi-detached (duplex) and rear laned showhomes bring a flair for the dramatic that matches the spectacular views from this scenic enclave.

“Vermilion Hill has amazing views and is in the far SW quadrant near Tsuut’ina nation. It’s so pretty in Vermilion Hill and great for people wanting to escape to the mountains,” says NuVista Homes’ Marketing Manager & Creative Director, Wendee Bishop. It also helps that NuVista’s start from the $490,000s in Vermillion Hill.

She says their four showhomes here were created to fit the unique landscape of Vermillion Hill.

The Bayview model, a laned home at 1,755 sq. ft. features a flex room in the rear of the home with the capability for a full bath as well. “We see more multigenerational buyers and thought this would be a great idea for a main floor bedroom,” Bishop says.
The Woodside model, also a rear laned homes, is at 1,529 sq. ft. and features the popular rear kitchen with the open concept throughout the main floor.

“Our show home duplexes the Penn and Piper have been around for a few years. They have been a very popular plan at 1,600 sq. ft. The Penn has a kitchen centrally located and the Piper has a kitchen located in the back of the home. This allows buyers to decide which layout they prefer,” she adds.
Visit nuvistahomes.com for more details.

Trico Homes in Hamilton Heights

Trico Homes enters Calgary’s ultra-estate market this year in the new community of Hamilton Heights, just south of the city.
In partnership with Telsec Property Corp., Trico Homes is offering one-of-a-kind, luxury estate homes amidst the stunning mountain vistas of DeWinton. “We are really excited about this community, not only because it’s Trico’s first community in DeWinton, but because this is an ultra-estate product we haven’t built in any other community,” says Michael Brown, President of Trico Residential.

Trico created three models specifically for this community - The Woodside, The Lexington & The Birmingham. Ranging in size from 2,240 to 3,171 square-feet, buyers can choose from bungalow, 1.5- and 2-storey plans, all with triple-car garages. “Also, homebuyers have the option to build their custom dream home that Trico will build it for them,” says Glenda Schwartz, Director of Marketing at Trico Homes.

The Woodside bungalow showhome is currently available for viewing by appointment but will make its debut to the public on April 15.

The showhome has a well-appointed main floor of 2,240 square-feet and a developed basement that adds a further 1,857 square-feet of living space. The wow factor is evident in the 10-foot-high ceilings throughout the main level, which soar even higher in the great room and owner’s suite, Schwartz says.

“The kitchen is expansive and provides plenty of room for cooking and food preparation. It also has a butler pantry providing additional storage space and convenience for those who loves to cook,” she adds.

“The basement is perfect for entertaining with a large home theatre, wine room, bar, and recreation room. It is also ideal for hosting guests, with two additional bedrooms, five-piece bath and an additional ½ bath for guest convenience.”

Hamilton Heights is comprised of 18, 2.5 acre lots, each with a private gated entrance. It is only 10 minutes away from Calgary’s southern edge. Go to tricohomes.com for more information.