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ZEN in Ravenswood
ZEN in Ravenswood is the ideal place to live. Beautiful long pathways, abundance of greenspace, fields and parks, all while being minutes away from anything and everything you need! A short drive to 2 main Highways including QE2 and Stoney Trail, making a commute to Calgary accessible and fast!. A Short drive to the Airport […]
Do good in your hood
Doing GOOD in your Hood Giving back to your community Calgary is filled with caring people that make such a large city feel like a small community. Donating a few hours a week can make a big difference to an organizations and people in need. Calgary offers many different opportunities for individuals and groups of […]
Staging Your Home to Sell
Tips to WOW home shoppers with your property There is no denying the impact of first impressions when viewing a house. When a potential buyer first walks into your home they will want it to feel like home. The good news is you can change ‘small’ into ‘cozy’ and ‘house’ into ‘home’ with a few […]
7 Reasons Consumers Prefer New Over Resale
7 Reasons Consumers Prefer New Over Resale Homes Things to consider when searching for your perfect home Are you in the market for to find the perfect home? Deciding between new vs. resale is an ongoing debate for consumers however the final decision comes down to what you want out of your home. The purchase […]
What you didn’t know about Cranston!
The Community of Cranston The community of Cranston in South Calgary has been much over looked. It seems to me that the new areas of Cranston have everything a first-time home buyer is looking for, as well as the peace and tranquility a down sizer or retiree would be seeking. Why? Location. Amenities. Recreation It […]
Dress Yourself For Free!
Your how-to guide to a Clothing Swap Cleaning out your closet is great for getting rid of clothing you do not wear, but even better for making room for new items. Don’t have the budget to add new items? CLOTHING SWAP! Hosting a clothing swap party is a great way to gather friends for a […]
Fun in Calgary this Family Day Weekend
Calgary is starting to heat up as we tip-toe closer to spring which is an open invite to embrace the sun and head out for some Family Day activities this weekend! Many different events are scheduled around the city featuring activities and local vendors to help you make the most of your extra day off […]
Five Cardinal Rules to Hosting a Dinner Party
Five Cardinal Rules to Hosting a Dinner Party by Trevor Gamelin 1) Don’t stress out! Hosting a dinner party can be a huge source of stress for some people, to the point where they dread the thought so much, they simply avoid ever having one, despite the desire to entertain. Most of the time the […]
So what exactly does it mean to be a pet friendly builder?
At Avalon, we take pride in being a pet friendly builder. It all starts in the office with our love for our furry best friends. We have Fuller, Morgan, Kya (aka Mini)and Ebby roaming freely on a daily basis! So how are we different than other “pet friendly” builders? Our town home projects have no […]
Pantone colours of the year: Rose Quartz and Serenity
Just as we farewell and welcome the New Year, so do colour trends and palettes change. Each year Pantone announces ‘colour of the year’ which all on-trend fashion and home décor designers follow when releasing their own designs. The colour of the year in 2015 was Marsala. A deep, sophisticated earth-toned red that looked magnificent […]
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