Augusta Fine Homes Blog

Do you remember the excitement surrounding the Sears Christmas Wishbook? For many growing up in Canada, the arrival of this catalogue meant it was time to sit down with some hot chocolate, peruse the pages and make your Christmas wish list. There were other stores, of course, but this particular catalog always seemed to have the best new items. Flipping through the pages, it was so exciting to discover the most popular toys - making your wish list something to look forward to all year.

But who says wish lists are just for kids? Just because you’ve traded in your playhouse for a real house, doesn't mean you can’t dream about all the things you want. So, if you’ve been considering a custom home, we’ve put together a different sort of catalogue, just for you. While it may not be as iconic as the Sears Wishbook, we’re confident a few of these ideas will make your Christmas wish list this year.

A villa is a large, luxurious country-style home. You may know villas better as a type of vacation property—something you’d only rent in the tropics surrounded by crystal clear, blue-green ocean. But would it surprise you to know that you can own a villa in a residential community right here in Calgary?

Vast floor plans, gorgeous landscapes, and luxurious amenities are all part of the custom villa experience. The lifestyle that comes along with this type of home is highly desirable, and there are many benefits to owning a custom villa.

One of the most exciting things about the holidays is being able to host a Christmas party in your home. The gorgeous decorations, stunning Christmas tree, and filling your home with joyous festivities brings every room to life for the holidays. Let’s face it, though, these parties are a lot of work, especially if you have a lot of people on your invite list. We have some tips to help you plan everything and make your Christmas party the best one ever!

Imagine. Serene water features, wide-open green spaces, endless walking paths, and peaceful environmental reserves. Sound like something you’d find in the country? It may surprise you to know you can have all of this close to Calgary's city limits.

Enter Artesia at Heritage Pointe, a quiet, private community on Calgary’s south side. Artesia’s 137 acres of natural land offers a magnificent rural setting, weaving a fabric of nature and community. Designed to preserve the natural landscape, this effervescent community provides the idyllic location to plant your own unique roots.

The weather has been so spectacular this last couple of months that it’s hard to believe December is just around the corner! Nonetheless, there are plenty of fun things to do in Calgary this December, and we’ve rounded up a list of ideas on how to wrap up 2016 in style.

Stereotypes beware! Just because you’re retiring does not mean a stuffy apartment-style condo is in your future. This is an exciting time, and your home should be the springboard from which the rest of your life is launched. A custom home can be the perfect setting for this next big step.