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The home was crafted to provide young, growing families with versatility and style.

Solid and stylish, Sage Creek home crafted with young families in mind

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025

Building a new home properly involves far more than endowing it with a“wow” factor, both outside and inside.

Simply put, quality must be the main theme from start to finish.

That’s the approach the design team at Paradigm Custom Homes takes with every home they build, says Ryan Jones of Re/Max One Group.

“The first thing we do is start with elevated building specifications,” says Jones, who’s co-marketing their new 2,226-sq.-ft., two-storey show home at 3 Jontz Cove in Sage Creek with colleague Sean Kirady. “That’s the only way to ensure the home is built right. We start with the exterior and carry that standard through the rest of the home.”

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Get inspired, informed at the renovation show

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Get inspired, informed at the renovation show

Lanny McInnes 4 minute read Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025

The 2026 Winnipeg Renovation Show is only a few weeks away. The show traditionally kicks off the new year for home renovations.

Manitoba Home Builders’ Association renovator members are excited to once again be part of the Renovation Show, which is set to take place from Jan. 16-18 at the RBC Convention Centre.

Home renovations are a big part of our lifestyle in Manitoba. We historically spend more on home renovations per capita than residents of any other province, and Manitobans consistently spend more on renovations than on new-home construction. For those who are thinking of taking on a home renovation project in 2026, this is the show for you.

The Winnipeg Renovation Show provides consumers with the chance to visit hundreds of renovation product suppliers and contractors, all under one roof. It provides a one-stop venue for consumers to get a sense of the renovation market and see, touch and feel what’s new and exciting in home renovation technology and style.

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Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025

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Manitoba Home Builders’ Association RenoMark renovators will once again be on hand at the 2026 Winnipeg Renovation Show with their Ask a Renovator booth.

Creative touches set mood

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Creative touches set mood

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025

It can take a deft touch to balance creativity and practicality when it comes to home design.

That’s why it’s so important for a home builder to think critically about how to infuse a residence with creative design touches without impeding livability.

That’s exactly the approach the design team at Hearth Homes took with their Astoria II model, focusing first on the dwelling’s livability then implementing creative design touches in a logical yet imaginative way, says Hearth’s design and marketing co-ordinator, Ryan Miller.

“People really liked the previous (Astoria) model,” he says. “But we had some ideas on what we wanted to do to make it better. The first thing we did was tweak the layout to make it more user-friendly.”

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Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025

A serene, inviting feel pervades the kitchen and dining area thanks to a mellow colour palette.

Smartly designed two-storey crafted to maximize functionality

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Smartly designed two-storey crafted to maximize functionality

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025

Ideally, a new home’s design should be distinctive both outside and inside.

And while both qualities are important, it’s a home’s exterior that — for better or worse — sets the tone.

Get it right, and the home will catch the eye of prospective home buyers. That in turn usually prompts them to wander inside to see if its interior is as special as its exterior.

Signature Homes’ new spec home at 35 Chimney Swift Way in St. Adolphe’s Tourond Creek has been a hit on both fronts, says Cindi Burak, Signature’s sales manager.

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Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025

The 2,184-sq.-ft., two-storey home’s interior matches its handsome exterior with a perfect blend of functionality and flair.

Vibrant flourishes, deft floorplan set Yvonne II model apart

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Vibrant flourishes, deft floorplan set Yvonne II model apart

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025

As a home builder, it can become all too easy to become complacent.

The reason for that is simple: after you find a formula that works, the tendency is to keep repeating it because buyers seem to like it.

Oftentimes, that formula involves employing soft earth tones — variations on taupe, beige, brown and white — to create a feeling of warmth. Or grey, white and even black tones are used to endow a home with a more modern feel.

The result is show homes can morph together in buyers’ minds because — as beautiful as they are — their finishes weren’t distinct enough.

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Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025

The upgraded version of the Yvonne II design delivers a combination of style and versatility.

MHBA Parade show homes open to visit all winter

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MHBA Parade show homes open to visit all winter

Lanny McInnes 4 minute read Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025

Manitoba’s spring and fall Parade of Homes events are a spectacular showcase for Manitoba’s residential construction industry.

The parades showcase the Manitoba Home Builders’ Association’s home-building members, offering new-home buyers a chance to see cutting-edge home technology, and visitors also get a great opportunity for an up-close look at the latest trends in residential style and design.

These three-week events take place in March and September each year.

Most people aren’t aware Manitoba’s Parade of Homes events are the largest organized anywhere in Canada. Over 32,000 people visited the new show homes on display during the MHBA’s 2025 Spring Parade of Homes earlier this year.

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Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025

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Show homes featured in the MHBA Parade of Homes are not only open to visit during the spring and fall events. Winter is also a great time to check out the dwellings to see features like heating systems and outdoor lighting in full operation.

Two-storey Prairie Pointe home makes most of every square foot

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Two-storey Prairie Pointe home makes most of every square foot

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025

Designing a single-family detached home to fit a 26-foot-wide lot is no easy task.

That being the case, it’s critically important for designers to use their imagination to come up with a plan that maximizes every square inch of space in the home. In short, they must possess a mindset that’s at once practical and creative to design a home that deftly balances function and flair.

The design team at A & S Homes walked that line smartly with the Belmont, says Adam Virgilio, of Royal LePage Dynamic Real Estate, sales representative for A & S’s new show home at 481 Ken Oblik Dr. in Prairie Pointe.

“This home is a must-see to appreciate its design — the quality and detail throughout is impressive, as it its overall livability,” he says. “I think a key to its livability is the fact our design team managed to squeeze out some extra square footage. The home is 1,517 sq. ft. and the difference between that square footage and a home that’s 1,400 sq. ft. is quite noticeable.”

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Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025

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The Belmont — a well-thought-out, family-friendly design by A & S Homes — is loaded with style, livability and value.

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Two-storey’s dwelling’s distinctive design balances practicality and panache

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Two-storey’s dwelling’s distinctive design balances practicality and panache

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025

As hard as builders work to design show homes with unique “personalities,” the reality is some such houses can blend together in a buyer’s mind once they’ve viewed three or four.

That’s because as much is done to differentiate display-model dwellings from others down the street, it’s impossible to re-invent the wheel. Consequently, it’s often difficult for prospective homeowners to decide which house stands out, because design features can be so similar.

Bearing this in mind, the design team at Kensington Homes sought to craft a two-storey abode that truly stands apart. The result is the company’s brand-new show home at 7 Broda Dr. in Sage Creek, says Renee Ranson of Qualico Realty Services, who is marketing the home with her Qualico associate Shelly Rozon.

“The designers really did an amazing job with this home,” Ranson says of the Heartstone, a two-storey, 2,195-sq.-ft. model, which comes equipped with four bedrooms and three bathrooms. “It’s a beautifully designed home that’s filled with some very unique and functional design features.”

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Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025

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The 2,195-sq.-ft., two-storey Heartstone is a well-conceived, family-friendly design from top to bottom.

Spacious, stylish Sage Creek abode all about family functionality

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Spacious, stylish Sage Creek abode all about family functionality

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025

While most people would think designing a king-sized home is easier than planning out a mid-sized dwelling, it’s exactly the opposite.

That’s because it’s all too easy to take that space for granted.

When that occurs, the result can be a big home lacking purpose and livability — two things large families badly need.

Thankfully, Avanti Homes’ design team didn’t lose focus when designing their new show home at 98 Butterfly Way in Sage Creek, says Warren Moran, sales representative for the two-storey, 2,314-sq.-ft. residence.

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Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025

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The ensuite’s centrepiece is a five-foot walk-in shower with rain shower head and two-tone, floor-to-ceiling tile surround.

Prairie Pointe two-storey packs in perks at great price point

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Prairie Pointe two-storey packs in perks at great price point

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025

For whatever reason, some new home designs punch well above their price point, while others — quite disappointingly — punch well below.

The New Haven — Discovery Homes’ new 2,268-sq.-ft., two-storey show home at 305 Granite Grove in Prairie Pointe — is one design that resides firmly in the former category, says David Van Benthem, sales associate with the Moore Group.

“This is a home that offers great value from start to finish,” he says. “It feels like a home that’s more expensive than it is. You’re getting a well-designed, beautifully finished home for just over $850,000.”

In fact, the home looks and feels like it should come with a heftier price tag.

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Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025

The 2,268-sq.-ft., two-storey home offers a great combo of style and functionality.

Westwood infill condo project all about livability and location

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Westwood infill condo project all about livability and location

Todd Lewys 6 minute read Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025

When Karma Developments’ Myles Kraut saw the plot of land he’d purchased at 130 Allard Ave. in Westwood (formerly the site of Allard School) he had an immediate vision.

“I knew the condo market across Canada was very slow,“ he recalls. “Apartment-style condos weren’t moving well, so I visualized putting up a combination of bungalow- and townhome-style condos to buck the trend.“

He says there were three reasons why he decided to go the bungalow and townhome condo route.

“First, people — in this case down-sizers — need a home that’s livable and that offers plenty of storage. Apartment-style condos often lack the livability and storage space of a single-family home. Second, people can age comfortably in place in bungalows.”

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Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025

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Townhomes will feature elegant exteriors and beautiful landscaping, front and back.

Luxurious bungalow condo project set for prime land on Wellington Crescent

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Luxurious bungalow condo project set for prime land on Wellington Crescent

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025

Back in the day, a large tract of land on the 600-block of Wellington Crescent was home to the Khartum Shriners Hospital.

Opened in June 1949, the hospital — which specialized in the treatment of children with physical disabilities or serious illnesses — operated under the Shriners moniker until it was turned over to the provincial government in 1977 and renamed the Rehabilitation Centre for Children.

The centre finally closed in 2016, and the buildings stood vacant until October 2022, when the structures were demolished.

As it turns out, someone was watching the goings-on at the choice plot of land — developer Marc Kipnes of Crystal Ionics.

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Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025

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Each detached bungalow condo will come with an elegant exterior and a double attached garage.

Bungalow seamlessly melds style, function

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Bungalow seamlessly melds style, function

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025

When a builder is given licence to build a luxury home on a huge, countrified lot, it can be difficult for them to contain their excitement.

Little wonder.

With all that space to work with — in this case, a 77-by-165-foot lot — it’s all too easy to design a home that’s visually exciting but lacking in functionality.

Artista Homes’ design team didn’t make that mistake with their new bungalow show home at 19 Ash Cove in Headingley, says the home’s sales representative, Phil Amero of Royal LePage Prime Real Estate.

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Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025

The 1,916-sq.-ft. bungalow is filled with light, understated style and functionality.

Show homes still open for visitors after the parade

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Show homes still open for visitors after the parade

Lanny McInnes 3 minute read Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025

While the Manitoba Home Builders’ Association’s 2025 Fall Parade of Homes comes to an official close on Sunday, Oct. 12, that doesn’t mean your chance to visit Manitoba’s newest and finest show homes will end.

Almost all the show homes that have been part of this fall’s event will remain open for viewing well after the Parade of Homes ends.

MHBA builders have continued to see outstanding crowds at the 135 new homes in this year’s parade. The homes certainly don’t disappoint, offering an amazing array of design, style, quality, craftsmanship and choice for viewers.

Our Fall and Spring Parades of Homes are showcase events hosted by the MHBA that demonstrate the best that the new home building industry has to offer. Whether you’re in the market for a new home, considering a change or just looking for ideas for your current home, no other Parade of Homes in Canada provides the opportunity for people to experience such an extensive collection of new home concepts, features and decor.

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Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025

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Bodacious bungalow

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Bodacious bungalow

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025

As important as it is that a house be functional, it also needs to be inviting.

If the design is too clinical, and function trumps livability at every turn, the home will lack personality and style.

That isn’t an issue with Paradigm Custom Homes’ 2025 Fall Parade of Homes show home at 4 Bryce Blvd. in Oak Bluff West, says Sean Kirady of the Kirady Group at RE/MAX One Group.

“Right when you come in, the tones and finishes make it feel so warm and inviting,” he says of the 1,753 sq. ft. bungalow. “That said, this is also a very functional home. As is always the case with Paradigm Custom Homes, the home was designed to offer a perfect blend of function and style.”

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Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025

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The 1,753 sq. ft. bungalow boasts plenty of space for a family.

Rave reviews: two-storey offers flex space galore

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Rave reviews: two-storey offers flex space galore

Todd Lewys 5 minute read Saturday, Sep. 27, 2025

While large families need ample space to function properly, that space must be well-ordered.

The reason is simple: a logical layout allows a family to live in a more organized and orderly fashion and to have different zones that allow for separation when private time is required.

Randall Homes’ new 2025 Fall Parade of Homes show home at 109 Mill Rock Road was designed to be exceptionally family friendly, says the sales representative for the 2,027 sq. ft., two-storey design, Davinder Thind of Century 21 Advanced Realty.

“People who went through the home on the first weekend of the Fall Parade loved the home’s layout,” he says. “It really works well for a large family.”

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