Inside Calgary – July 19, 2024

What’s happening

Internationally-acclaimed actor and artist, Jane Seymour, unveiled her new “Open Heart” sculpture in Kingsland Junction Park at Kingsland Junction by Trico Communities. This 2-acre central community park built in 2020 embodies Trico Homes’ commitment to fostering empathy, compassion and collective well-being. “The unveiling of this sculpture is a proud moment for us, symbolizing our lasting legacy in the community that we hope will be enjoyed for many years to come,” says Michael Brown, President & CEO of Trico Homes.

Next phase of Alpine Park begins

Nine new showhomes opened in Alpine Park as the Dream community in Calgary’s new southwest begins its latest phase.

New courtyard showhomes with rear attached garages, laned homes and townhomes opened from Homes by Dream, Cardel Homes, Calbridge Homes, and Genesis Builder Group. Homes by Avi’s Woodland townhomes are also new to this popular urbanist community.

“Summer is often thought of as the slow season in Calgary’s housing market, but this year is proving anything but, and the opening of nine new showhomes in Alpine Park shows just how much excitement there is in Calgary right now,” says Michael Tandara, Dream’s Director Marketing, Western Canada Development. Find out more at alpinepark.ca.

Big month for Homes by Avi

Avi Land, Homes by Avi’s land development arm, just broke ground for Osprey Hill its biggest community development yet.

Sitting on a bluff overlooking the northwest river valley and just to the west of Winsport arena, Osprey Hill will offer townhomes, move-up homes and estate homes with ravine lots in the booming northwest.

Builders include Homes by Avi’s single-family division, Bedrock Homes, Lupi Luxury Homes and Renova Homes. “This is more than just breaking ground; it’s about laying the foundation for a thriving community,” said Charron Ungar, CEO - Homes by Avi Group of Companies.

June was a big month at Homes by Avi. In addition to launching Osprey Hill, they also saw the introduction of new townhomes including Woodland in Alpine Park and Lavender Hill in Rockland Park, as well as new showhomes in Walden. They also opened their latest Dream Home for the Calgary Stampede Lottery last month, which proved to be another hit at the Stampede. Go to homesbyavi.com for more information.

Bridgeport begins in Chestermere

Qualico Communities launches their latest development in Chestermere with Bridgeport.

Developed with a vision to offer a unique blend of serene lake living and urban convenience, Bridgeport marks an exciting new era for the City of Chestermere. The community, located on the West side of Chestermere, will feature pathways, playfields, parks, and a 12-acre wetland that will enrich the quality of living and foster a sense of community among residents.

The community will feature over 1,200 single-family homes and more than 280 multi-family homes catering to families of all sizes. Among the distinguished home builders contributing their expertise to the creation of Bridgeport are Sterling Homes, Broadview Homes, Trico Homes, NuVista Homes, Shane Homes, and Truman Homes, who will be building Laned Homes, Front Garage Homes, Duplexes, and Townhomes.

Bridgeport is Qualico’s second community development in Chestermere following the success of Dawson’s Landing. Find out more at bridgeport.qualicocommunitiescalgary.com.

Did you know?

The 2024 edition of the Calgary Stampede attracted a record 1,477,953 attendees to the Stampede grounds, surpassing the previous record of 1,409,371 set in 2012.