Augusta Fine Homes Blog

The Healthy Home: 7 Features To Include In Your Custom Build

Mon, Feb 13, 2017

That moment you know you want to buy a new home is an exciting one. Whether you flipped through magazines and saw a room you just had to have, or you finally realized your current home just isn’t cutting it anymore, you can’t wait to start the shopping process.

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9 Unique Valentine's Day Gift Ideas

Wed, Feb 8, 2017

Valentine’s Day is all about romance and showing someone how much you care. But maybe you aren’t interested in the typical flowers and chocolates, or anything cliché. When it comes to finding the perfect gift for the love in your life, you want something unique—something special. We have found some items you might find ideal for that special someone.

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6 Benefits of Custom Bungalow Living

Mon, Feb 6, 2017

With the abundance of home styles available on the market today, it's not easy to pick just one type of home that will be best for your next step. You may be downsizing or simply changing gears in your lifestyle, but how do you know what home style is right for you? Two-storeys offer plenty of living space, but you may be looking for a spacious home without a multi-level floor plan. A bungalow could be what you’re looking for. A custom bungalow can offer even more advantages –take a look! 

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The True Cost Of A Custom Home Build

Wed, Feb 1, 2017

You may hear the phrase, “They don’t build homes like they used to.” This is true, but not in the way this phrase implies. Today, homes are actually built better. Your new home today is built to be more energy efficient, safer, and to withstand the extreme weather we as Canadians are faced with.

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The Top 4 Luxury Features You Didn't Know You Needed

Mon, Jan 30, 2017

When you’re planning the design of your new custom home, it may seem obvious to consider things like kitchen layout, the best furniture options, bedroom sizes, and where to put the fireplace. But have you ever thought of the unique, personal spaces you can create in your own home? These lush ideas may be just right for you.

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4 High-End Amenities to Look For in an Estate Community

Wed, Jan 25, 2017

If you look at many of today’s brand new residential communities, you may notice a few odd features. Over time, homes have begun to spring up much closer together, roads are so narrow you need to pull over to let opposite traffic pass, and there is a disturbing lack of amenities anywhere nearby. It’s becoming a concrete jungle, to coin a phrase.

The good news is not every community is like this. Estate communities in Calgary can give you the peace and privacy you deserve, while still offering the convenience you're looking for. We’ve outlined some high-end amenities to look for in the ideal estate community for your next new home.

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