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MAR - APR 2016VOLUME 14, ISSUE 2, FREE

EDMONTON EDITION

17 20

André Chevigny:

THE TIMBER KINGS’ WOODEN REALM

Views in your home that PAY YOU BACK

A renovation LOVE STORY

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In every issue 6 Editor’s Notebook

VOLUME 14 ISSUE 02

MAR - APR 2016contentsCover Story

8

André Chevigny: The Timber Kings’

Wooden Realm

pg

12 23 28

by Salina Yara Halabi

business profiles

20 Ackard Contractors Ltd: Results You Will Love by Salina Yara Halabi

HD&R features

12 Feature A Renovation Love Story by Marie Soprovich

23 Home Style Construction: Playhouse With A Cause

by Salina Yara Halabi

24 RenoMark Renovate To Improve YOUR Quality of Life

26 Decoding The Code by Michael Nyikes

28 Feature Views in your home that pay you back by Al Dueck and Aynsley Dueck

Home Style Construction:

Playhouse With A Cause

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WE’RE LISTENING!Send us your comments, questions, renovation stories, pictures and great ideas!

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NOW THAT SPRING IS JUST A FEW WEEKS AWAY, preparing for the season takes ‘top spot’ on the to-do list. Along with the usual spring cleaning, organizing and refreshing inside the home, we look to extending our homes outside and into our yards.

There are many places to fi nd inspiration for your spring home renovation and design projects, but one of the best places to do so is at a home show. Home shows are fi lled with great ideas along with new and innovative products and services that are available in the market today. Appearing at the upcoming Edmonton Home & Garden Show is André Chevigny – general manager of Pioneer Log Homes of B.C and star of HGTV’s Timber Kings. We caught up with André to fi nd out what it takes to successfully run the family business, shoot a TV show and create stunning masterpieces along the way. See page 8 for all the details. Be sure to visit the Edmonton Home and Garden Show March17-20 for your chance to catch André in person!

Home Décor & Renovations is always free and is available across the Greater Edmonton Region at participating retailers and in our yellow street boxes. If you have any comments or a renovation story you would like to share, please write us – we would love to hear from you.

Happy Renovating!

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Spring Fling

Editor’s Notebook

MAR - APR 2016VOLUME 14 ISSUE 02

President, YP NextHome

Jacqueline Hill

Editor-In-Chief / Director of Content

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Director of Sales, National

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Production Co-Ordinator

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Contributors

Shell BuseySara DuckElisa KrovblitMichael Nyikes Salina Yara HalabiMarie Soprovich

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Home Decor & Renovations magazine is published six times a year. Home Decor & Renovations magazine is distributed throughout Edmonton and Greater Edmonton area. This publication has been designed for the renovation market as a guide. Home Decor & Renovations magazine carefully inspects all ads for accuracy, however, the publisher and the printer shall not be responsible for any mistakes, design errors or incorrect information which is provided by the advertiser or their representative.

The advertising herein, including the photographs and all artwork is the property of Home Decor & Renovations magazine and not that of the advertiser. The advertiser has purchased the right of reproduction in Home Decor & Renovations magazine only and does not have the right to reproduce the ad in whole or in part in any other place or publication without the consent of the publisher.

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ANDRÉ CHEVIGNY: THE TIMBER KINGS’

WOODEN REALMBy Salina Yara Halabi

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about his experience on Timber Kings, and get a little preview of

what we can expect to hear from him at his upcoming Home and

Garden Show Appearance in Edmonton.

Q: Timber Kings it is a huge hit on HGTV - what has surprised you

the most with shooting a TV show about your family business?

A: I am going to answer this as our key group who I consider family

- even though our last names are not the same. For most of us

on the show the biggest thing is how people seem to get to know

you through the television screen. I never understood the power

of TV and the far tentacles that reach out in all directions because

folks get to know each of you. For us, we are very passionate and

yet humble guys; so, to run into folks anywhere you travel and

they come up to you and know your name - it’s still hard for us to

understand. I think we are getting used to it more as time goes on,

but it is still weird!

Q: Your love for the natural beauty of wood is evident in every

project you take on. What would you say is your favourite thing

about working with wood?

A: It is hard for me to focus on just one thing because for me it is

like a romance. I love everything about it, no other building material

can compare as far as I am concerned. It is in everything and in all

areas. To work with it, is forgiving - it is shapes and character. For

ambiance, it’s warmth; it is hues, tones and colors. Wood always

brings me warm and positive thoughts.

Q: When your team is beginning a new Pioneer Log Home design

project where do you look for inspiration?

A: We look within. We capture all the inspiration from all avenues.

Most of my drive is fed from the client’s wants & desires, as well as

ANDRÉ CHEVIGNY HAS HAD A LIFE-LONG LOVE AFFAIR with wood’s natural beauty. As the general

manager of the multimillion-dollar company, Pioneer Log

Homes of B.C., and a star from the hit HGTV show, Timber

Kings, André has a deep understanding of the many uses of

this natural building material. Whether he is managing his

more than 120 employees, or millions of dollars worth of

log inventory on the yard, it is evident to see André’s passion

for the industry. We caught up with André to chat with him

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the location. We take every opportunity to

feed the project as a team. Relationship

is the new leadership; all parties having a

say in the project drives ownership and

brings the best results.

Q: Are there any new or interesting

trends you are seeing in log home styles

that are step away from the ordinary?

A: Our designs have always been a

step away from the ordinary. I believe

the wood inspires us to respect it in

every way, to showcase the natural

elements and the green building thought

processes. When I look back over my 30

years of building log homes I remember

we were and always have been different

than the rest.

Q: What do you think is the biggest

misconception people have about log

homes?

A: The biggest misconception is that

they are dark and dusty, especially from

a women’s perspective. A lot of the

turn-of-the-century pioneer homesteads

around North America were built from

necessity and survival; windows were

small, and floors were basic wood or even

dirt floors. Modern day log homes are

spacious, with tons of natural light and

are definitely not dusty. There are tons of

conventional homes that are a way more

dusty; and, what people don’t understand

is that dust actually has to do with the

heating and ventilation system. So, any

home can or cannot be a dusty home - I

hope that makes sense.

Q: Pioneer Log Homes has built

everything from log mansions to cozy

cabins – what has been the wildest

request for a home that you have ever

received?

A: One request doesn’t stick out, as

everything we do people push us to be

different & make theirs one of a kind. We

had folk’s in Arkansas last year want a wild

boar carving in their living room as they

are a game farm. The pig’s head was on

the outside of the home his [rear] end

was sticking inside the home. [They’re]

great people, and it takes all kinds.

Q: Is there a project that stands out as a

personal favourite from the last 40 years

with Pioneer Log Homes?

A:There are so many that it is hard for

me to choose one specific project.

There have been so many wonderful

projects, some large and some smaller,

that have been game changers for me.

If I had to choose one, it would be the

Gunter & Gloria Preuss home featured in

the magazine article on Season One of

Timber Kings. The relationship was built

over 3 or 4 years prior to construction,

and so did the evolution of the home. The

home features two large 12 foot Western

Red Cedar trees at either side of the front

entry. The folks are still people who I keep

in regular contact with, and I am blessed

to call them my friends.

Be sure to catch André Chevigny at the Edmonton Home + Garden Show; March 17-20 at the Edmonton Expo Centre!

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CONTRIBUTORSHellen ButtigiegShell BuseySara DuckElisa KrovblitMichael Nyikes Jamie Banfield Salina Yara HalabiYanic SimardMarie Soprovich

Home Decor & Renovations magazine is published six times a year.Home Decor & Renovations magazine is distributed throughoutEdmonton and Greater Edmonton area. This publication has beendesigned for the renovation market as a guide. Home Decor &Renovations magazine carefully inspects all ads for accuracy, however,the publisher and the printer shall not be responsible for any mistakes,design errors or incorrect information which is provided by the advertiseror their representative.

The advertising herein, including the photographs and all artwork is theproperty of Home Decor & Renovations magazine and not that of theadvertiser. The advertiser has purchased the right of reproduction inHome Decor & Renovations magazine only and does not have the rightto reproduce the ad in whole or in part in any other place or publicationwithout the consent of the publisher.

The entire contents of this publication are protected by copyright and areintended for the sole use of the public.

WE’RE LISTENING!Send us your comments, questions, renovation stories, pictures and great ideas!

Spring is here, and now is the perfect time to update, renew and refresh your living spaces. This issue is filled with inspiring and informative articles that will help you prepare your home for the warmer months ahead – both inside and out!

BBQ’s and bonfires will have you spending more time in the backyard, and we have the top outdoor trends for 2015. Whether you have a large backyard or a cozy patio, we give you the rundown on today’s hottest tools, accessories and outdoor décor ideas. See our special Outdoor Living section for all the details.

Maybe this spring has you dreaming of redesigning your inside spaces. In this issue’s cover story, design authority Yanic Simard gives us a “Lesson in Design” where he shares his expertise and advice on how to achieve your dream design. Key principles to keep in mind when working with a designer are to be upfront, do your research, keep calm and, maybe the most important, choose someone who you can trust – it will help make your dream a reality.

Home Décor & Renovations Magazine is proud to announce 2015 CHBA-ER Awards of Excellence in Housing finalists in the Renovation Category. See page 25 to read about the renovators that have been recognized as the best in the industry. The winners will be announced Saturday, April 25th, 2015 at the Awards of Excellence in Housing Gala at the Shaw Conference Centre. Congratulations to all the finalists!

Hope you enjoy the read and Happy Spring!

NANCY CHEMAITEDITOR [email protected]

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Feature

by Marie Soprovich Owner Aquarian Renovations

THE MOTIVATION TO RENOVATE the

family home for this couple is nothing

short of a real love story. Terry and Laura

considered their renovation for many years

and dreamed, like many couples do, about

what they could do once they were empty

nesters. As Terry describes, their initial

objective was to relocate the laundry room

to the main fl oor to reduce the number of

steps between the source of their laundry

and the washing machine! They thought

they would sacrifi ce one of the existing

fi ve bathrooms and convert it into a main

fl oor laundry room but as they started to

make lists of what needed to be done they

quickly added the need for a new roof,

issues of aging plumbing, replacing the

old exterior aluminum siding and fi xing a

leaky basement. Laura jokingly added that

she just wanted to spend money but the

sparkle in their eyes said this renovation

was about much more than that.

Terry shared that the actual planning of

the renovation began two years before any

construction activity even started. Laura

said that “the catalyst for me wanting this

home renovated sooner rather than later

was when we had three fl oods in one year,

pipes bursting in the walls and roof tiles

fl ying off in big winds.” In addition to

these motivating factors this couple love

their community, have great neighbours

and the proximity to downtown and river

valley are superb. They also recognize

the “built in value of having purchased this

house many years earlier.”

When it came to the design, Terry

and Laura were very precise in what they

envisioned. “We wanted functional space

that suited our lifestyle and interests.

We also wanted a house that was fully

accessible for Laura and addressed her

mobility challenges. At an early design

stage we did add a second fl oor to the

A Renovation

LOVE STORYhouse, but ultimately decided that the

existing footprint was plenty big enough

for the two of us and we had to fi gure

out how to use that space in a way that

addressed our wish list. Some of the

essential elements were accessibility for

the long term. We took the approach

that this house, once completed, would

serve our purposes for the rest of our lives.

We wanted a home that we could grow

old in so, adding an elevator and making

the entire house handicap accessible,

especially the bathrooms with a handicap

accessible bathtub and shower, grab bars

and wide doors was really important. An

art studio with lots of natural light and a

large dining room to accommodate our

growing family was on that list. There

would be no kids table at our family

Christmas dinner! Adequate storage for

our art collection and a climate controlled

room for our musical instruments was

essential. We also wanted our space

to be open, beautiful, unique and

BEFORE

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inviting. Fitting in with the heritage of our

neighbourhood was part of the deal so opting

for the exterior Craftsman style suited our

taste and the neighbourhood.”

Once Terry and Laura had their wish list

generated and had done their due diligence in

finding just the right contractor to meet their

needs, the design, estimate and construction

process began in earnest. “We looked around

for a number of years at renovations and new

construction occurring in and around our

neighbourhood and noticed that a few signs

kept showing up over and over. We looked

at the various projects while they were under

construction and gravitated to work that we

felt looked to be of the quality and esthetics

that appealed to us.” As Terry explained,

“Growing up in the home construction

business I observed the pace of projects, the

condition of the construction sites and the

timeliness of the various projects. All the

observations over the years helped inform

us in our decision to approach a short list

of contractors. We also talked to a number

of people who had experience with the

contractors we were considering to get a

feel for each contractor before we actually

contacted them.”

Having made this short list, Aquarian was

appreciative of the opportunity to be carefully

scrutinized in this selection process as it is

very important for homeowners to find just

the right contractor to work with. When

values, ideals, skills and vision line up, chances

of a successful renovation project and

working relationship are extremely high.

Terry continues to share his very

thoughtful decision making process, “We

spent time with each contractor to get

a feel for how they pursued their work.

Through our discussion we got a feel for

each contractor’s process for design, detail

selection, construction execution, project

management, invoicing and change orders.

Being a project manager myself, these

details were important to me for clarity and

certainty regarding project execution and

minimization of confusion. Communication

process between contractor and client were

also very important as was the contractor

interview. It mattered who represented

the contractor during those interviews and

how we were treated during that interview

process. For Aquarian, the owner, Marie,

and two of her key associates met us at our

home for the interview. Other contractors

BEFORE

BEFORE

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Marie Soprovich Owner of Aquarian Renovations; Writer, Visionary, Leader. Visit www.aquarianrenovations.com or call 780.481.7671

arranged for us to meet them at their

offices where we met with an employee

whose job and first priority, we felt, was

to land a new contract. We felt Aquarian

put our interests first. At the end of the

interviews we requested references. After

checking all of the references for all the

contractors, we were convinced Aquarian

was the right company for us. A company

that we could work with. Being a one-

stop shop from design to completion was

also important to us. Meeting directly

with the owner, Marie, and her straight

forward approach to their work and our

very candid questions was really important

to us. She immediately created a feeling

of trust and confidence in our decision. It

was then decided that we would renovate

rather than build a new house. It may have

been simpler for us to tear down and build

new, given the extent of our renovation,

but we wanted to work with Aquarian.”

Laura sums it up even more succinctly,

”When you are going to be working with

people for at least a year, you want to

make sure that you “click” as it were.

Aquarian not only appeared to have its

game on but it felt like this business treated

its staff like family. There appeared to be

a lot of respect in the workplace and a

genuine excitement in the idea of working

with us! This made me feel confident and

excited about the prospect too!”

And so the renovation began… “The

design process (in fact the entire project)

was tremendously fun for us.” Laura and

Terry both quickly add. “There were a

million decisions to make throughout a

project like this and Aquarian’s approach to

early selection of so many of the detailed

design aspects prior to even signing the

contract for construction really proved

to be a great way to deal with so many of

these details. It is impossible to keep track

of all the design decisions that relate to

each other. The most helpful aspect of

this stage was an assigned designer who

helped us through all of these details and

kept track of all of our decisions along the

way!”

There were many unique details in

this renovation as Terry describes, “I think

one of the most unique things about our

2500 sq. ft. bungalow is that there are no

bedrooms on the main floor. The main

floor is all about living and enjoying our

personal interests with a large living/music

room, an even larger dining room and a

wonderful spacious kitchen. A climate

controlled storage room for our musical

instruments and a large, west facing art

studio were all created for us to pursue our

creative interests.”

The before and after pictures capture

some of the uniqueness of this renovation

but the joy that Terry and Laura so

graciously share about the feeling their

newly renovated home brings to them is

beyond what words can capture. “We love

that it felt like home right away. All of the

details were just what we wanted. It is nice

to be at the end of the project and to feel

that we did not compromise on anything.

All of the unique aspects of the house we

love because they reflect us.” Terry shares

an even deeper feeling of gratitude for the

mobility the renovation has provided. “We

are also very happy with how accessible

the entire house is for Laura. That has

made such a difference to her.”

When asked what she likes best

about the renovated space, Laura says, “I

love how our bedroom feels, like we are

away in a beach resort. I love working

in that gorgeous, functional kitchen. I

think the solar tube is cool as it gives

an incredible amount of natural light. I

love sitting by the fire place in the living

room and looking out on our beautiful

porch. I can’t wait to sit out on the

porch this summer. The garage is so

much more accessible without the terrible

disintegrating floor and middle post. The

elevator has saved me from so much pain

and I had my first bath (as opposed to a

shower) in years without needing help to

get out. I love watching our children feel

that this ‘new’ home was still their home.

Our 29 year old son actually cried because

he was so overwhelmed with the beauty

of it all.”

Terry and Laura said if there was

one thing they would change or add it

would be more lighting in certain places

like the closets and in the art room and

locate a few light switches differently

but besides that, the sentiments that are

echoed over and over again are ones of

gratitude, tremendous joy and excitement

for what they have created and a longing

to “entertain more, hold house concerts

and make our home a place of openness,

inviting to friends and family. We want to

share this home with others as much as

we can.” Laura shared that “one of the

best complements we have received from

family and friends was that even though

our home was beautiful and new, it felt

familiar. It felt like home…” She continued

to share that “people are astonished when

I tell them that we enjoyed the renovation

process!”

“Thank you so much for your

outstanding professionalism and

guidance.” Terry added, “It’s been a blast

and a real pleasure working with all of

you.“ And adding somewhat jokingly, “Let’s

do it again!”

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Let The Sun Shine In!

arch is the month when we feel like we can see the light at the end of the winter tunnel. The days

are growing longer and we find ourselves thinking excitedly about summer.

As we eagerly await the lazy days of the season, you may be thinking about how to extend those sunny days beyond our short summers, while also wondering how you would enjoy a sunroom when it’s cold and dreary outside.

“Actually, you can enjoy a sunroom year round,” says Andy Banack of Apollo Sunrooms. “Our sunrooms are made for the Edmonton climate with specially developed glass that keeps out the extreme cold – and extreme heat, for that matter.”

ConservaGlass Select ™ is available exclusively through Apollo Sunrooms as a dealer of Four Seasons® Sunrooms. It was designed specifically for the extreme demands of glass rooms and utilizes the most advanced glazing technology available. Blocking harsh summer rays while capturing solar heat in the winter keeps your sunroom comfortable year-round, regardless of the outside temperature.

When someone is considering a ‘glass room,’ one of the common questions is about how to keep the glass clean. After all, what’s the point of having so much glass if keeping it clean is too much work?

ConservaGlass Select ™ is actually able to clean itself. Through the use of a patented coating process, the exterior

M finish of the glass is so smooth it reduces the accumulation of dust and dirt, so water (think melting snow or rain) simply rinses the glass clean.

“The type of glass used in a sunroom is very important,” explains Andy. “During a design consultation, we do a heat demonstration

with different types of glass. Anyone who experiences that demonstration is amazed at how ConservaGlass Select ™ performs.”

Another thing to consider is that a properly designed and built sunroom functions as a beautiful addition to the home and is often finished on the interior and exterior to hide the fact that it wasn’t there from the beginning. Planned properly, these rooms can function as a space for family gatherings, an additional playroom or living room – even a hobby or music room.

They add very desirable square footage to your home.

“Our design consultants work with you to achieve the style and function you want for your sunroom addition,” explains Andy. “There are as many choices as there are opinions. We work with homeowners through a step-by-step process focused on capturing their vision for their home. The planning part takes some extra time – but homeowners understand that we want them to make informed choices.”

As we wait through the month of March for sure signs of spring, now is the time to do a little dreaming about adding a glass room to let the sunshine in!

Let The Sun Shine In!

arch is the month when we feel like we can see the light at the end of the winter tunnel. The days

are growing longer and we find ourselves thinking excitedly about summer.

As we eagerly await the lazy days of the season, you may be thinking about how to extend those sunny days beyond our short summers, while also wondering how you would enjoy a sunroom when it’s cold and dreary outside.

“Actually, you can enjoy a sunroom year round,” says Andy Banack of Apollo Sunrooms. “Our sunrooms are made for the Edmonton climate with specially developed glass that keeps out the extreme cold – and extreme heat, for that matter.”

ConservaGlass Select ™ is available exclusively through Apollo Sunrooms as a dealer of Four Seasons® Sunrooms. It was designed specifically for the extreme demands of glass rooms and utilizes the most advanced glazing technology available. Blocking harsh summer rays while capturing solar heat in the winter keeps your sunroom comfortable year-round, regardless of the outside temperature.

When someone is considering a ‘glass room,’ one of the common questions is about how to keep the glass clean. After all, what’s the point of having so much glass if keeping it clean is too much work?

ConservaGlass Select ™ is actually able to clean itself. Through the use of a patented coating process, the exterior

M finish of the glass is so smooth it reduces the accumulation of dust and dirt, so water (think melting snow or rain) simply rinses the glass clean.

“The type of glass used in a sunroom is very important,” explains Andy. “During a design consultation, we do a heat demonstration

with different types of glass. Anyone who experiences that demonstration is amazed at how ConservaGlass Select ™ performs.”

Another thing to consider is that a properly designed and built sunroom functions as a beautiful addition to the home and is often finished on the interior and exterior to hide the fact that it wasn’t there from the beginning. Planned properly, these rooms can function as a space for family gatherings, an additional playroom or living room – even a hobby or music room.

They add very desirable square footage to your home.

“Our design consultants work with you to achieve the style and function you want for your sunroom addition,” explains Andy. “There are as many choices as there are opinions. We work with homeowners through a step-by-step process focused on capturing their vision for their home. The planning part takes some extra time – but homeowners understand that we want them to make informed choices.”

As we wait through the month of March for sure signs of spring, now is the time to do a little dreaming about adding a glass room to let the sunshine in!

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Let The Sun Shine In!

arch is the month when we feel like we can see the light at the end of the winter tunnel. The days

are growing longer and we find ourselves thinking excitedly about summer.

As we eagerly await the lazy days of the season, you may be thinking about how to extend those sunny days beyond our short summers, while also wondering how you would enjoy a sunroom when it’s cold and dreary outside.

“Actually, you can enjoy a sunroom year round,” says Andy Banack of Apollo Sunrooms. “Our sunrooms are made for the Edmonton climate with specially developed glass that keeps out the extreme cold – and extreme heat, for that matter.”

ConservaGlass Select ™ is available exclusively through Apollo Sunrooms as a dealer of Four Seasons® Sunrooms. It was designed specifically for the extreme demands of glass rooms and utilizes the most advanced glazing technology available. Blocking harsh summer rays while capturing solar heat in the winter keeps your sunroom comfortable year-round, regardless of the outside temperature.

When someone is considering a ‘glass room,’ one of the common questions is about how to keep the glass clean. After all, what’s the point of having so much glass if keeping it clean is too much work?

ConservaGlass Select ™ is actually able to clean itself. Through the use of a patented coating process, the exterior

M finish of the glass is so smooth it reduces the accumulation of dust and dirt, so water (think melting snow or rain) simply rinses the glass clean.

“The type of glass used in a sunroom is very important,” explains Andy. “During a design consultation, we do a heat demonstration

with different types of glass. Anyone who experiences that demonstration is amazed at how ConservaGlass Select ™ performs.”

Another thing to consider is that a properly designed and built sunroom functions as a beautiful addition to the home and is often finished on the interior and exterior to hide the fact that it wasn’t there from the beginning. Planned properly, these rooms can function as a space for family gatherings, an additional playroom or living room – even a hobby or music room.

They add very desirable square footage to your home.

“Our design consultants work with you to achieve the style and function you want for your sunroom addition,” explains Andy. “There are as many choices as there are opinions. We work with homeowners through a step-by-step process focused on capturing their vision for their home. The planning part takes some extra time – but homeowners understand that we want them to make informed choices.”

As we wait through the month of March for sure signs of spring, now is the time to do a little dreaming about adding a glass room to let the sunshine in!

Let The Sun Shine In!

arch is the month when we feel like we can see the light at the end of the winter tunnel. The days

are growing longer and we find ourselves thinking excitedly about summer.

As we eagerly await the lazy days of the season, you may be thinking about how to extend those sunny days beyond our short summers, while also wondering how you would enjoy a sunroom when it’s cold and dreary outside.

“Actually, you can enjoy a sunroom year round,” says Andy Banack of Apollo Sunrooms. “Our sunrooms are made for the Edmonton climate with specially developed glass that keeps out the extreme cold – and extreme heat, for that matter.”

ConservaGlass Select ™ is available exclusively through Apollo Sunrooms as a dealer of Four Seasons® Sunrooms. It was designed specifically for the extreme demands of glass rooms and utilizes the most advanced glazing technology available. Blocking harsh summer rays while capturing solar heat in the winter keeps your sunroom comfortable year-round, regardless of the outside temperature.

When someone is considering a ‘glass room,’ one of the common questions is about how to keep the glass clean. After all, what’s the point of having so much glass if keeping it clean is too much work?

ConservaGlass Select ™ is actually able to clean itself. Through the use of a patented coating process, the exterior

M finish of the glass is so smooth it reduces the accumulation of dust and dirt, so water (think melting snow or rain) simply rinses the glass clean.

“The type of glass used in a sunroom is very important,” explains Andy. “During a design consultation, we do a heat demonstration

with different types of glass. Anyone who experiences that demonstration is amazed at how ConservaGlass Select ™ performs.”

Another thing to consider is that a properly designed and built sunroom functions as a beautiful addition to the home and is often finished on the interior and exterior to hide the fact that it wasn’t there from the beginning. Planned properly, these rooms can function as a space for family gatherings, an additional playroom or living room – even a hobby or music room.

They add very desirable square footage to your home.

“Our design consultants work with you to achieve the style and function you want for your sunroom addition,” explains Andy. “There are as many choices as there are opinions. We work with homeowners through a step-by-step process focused on capturing their vision for their home. The planning part takes some extra time – but homeowners understand that we want them to make informed choices.”

As we wait through the month of March for sure signs of spring, now is the time to do a little dreaming about adding a glass room to let the sunshine in!

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Apollo Sunrooms

Your new favourite room.

8647 Coronet RdEdmonton, Alberta T6E 4P2

780.466.1952 apollosunrooms.com

Architecturally stunning conservatories and solariums

Patio or deck covers (both fixed and retractable)

Four season sunrooms fully integrated into the living space of your home

Screen enclosures

Three and four season sunroom additions

Hot tub and swim spa enclosures Swimming pool enclosures (both fixed and retractable)

Glazed (glass) and solid roof optionsPergolas and wind walls

It’s been two years since you installed the engineered slab for our Four Seasons® Sunroom. We would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge that every facet of our sunroom has met or exceeded our expectations. From the slab on up to the finished structure, the Four Seasons® Sunroom has weathered seasonal conditions ranging from -40̊ C to +40̊ C and is as solid and functional as the day it was erected.

Since finishing the interior walls, adding the gas fireplace, carpeting, French doors and patio-style wicker furniture we have thoroughly enjoyed this extension of our home

and lifestyle - spring, summer, fall and winter.Although we get the greatest use from the spring equinox through to the fall equinox when the glass walls and ceiling are operating at peak efficiency we have also turned on the fireplace and hosted social gatherings at Christmas. And, our summer barbeques and family picnics are always “weather proof” and “bug free”.

My wife and our granddaughters refer to our sunroom as their “happy room”. What more could we have asked for!

- Bob and Joy Newstead, Sherwood Park, AB

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Apollo Sunrooms

Your new favourite room.

8647 Coronet RdEdmonton, Alberta T6E 4P2

780.466.1952 apollosunrooms.com

Architecturally stunning conservatories and solariums

Patio or deck covers (both fixed and retractable)

Four season sunrooms fully integrated into the living space of your home

Screen enclosures

Three and four season sunroom additions

Hot tub and swim spa enclosures Swimming pool enclosures (both fixed and retractable)

Glazed (glass) and solid roof optionsPergolas and wind walls

It’s been two years since you installed the engineered slab for our Four Seasons® Sunroom. We would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge that every facet of our sunroom has met or exceeded our expectations. From the slab on up to the finished structure, the Four Seasons® Sunroom has weathered seasonal conditions ranging from -40̊ C to +40̊ C and is as solid and functional as the day it was erected.

Since finishing the interior walls, adding the gas fireplace, carpeting, French doors and patio-style wicker furniture we have thoroughly enjoyed this extension of our home

and lifestyle - spring, summer, fall and winter.Although we get the greatest use from the spring equinox through to the fall equinox when the glass walls and ceiling are operating at peak efficiency we have also turned on the fireplace and hosted social gatherings at Christmas. And, our summer barbeques and family picnics are always “weather proof” and “bug free”.

My wife and our granddaughters refer to our sunroom as their “happy room”. What more could we have asked for!

- Bob and Joy Newstead, Sherwood Park, AB

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Business Profile

BEFORE

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Ackard Contractors Ltd:

RESULTS YOU WILL LOVEBy Salina Yara Halabi

PARTNERS RICHARD PLAMONDON

AND AQUILINO NACCARATO have been

providing first-rate renovations and home

building services in Edmonton for over 30

years. A key component to the company’s

success is that the client’s best interests

are always at the heart of each project.

Their strong business ethics has lead to a

loyal customer following based on their

traditionally styled renovations, as well

as their expertise in creating modern and

contemporary homes – something the

company has expanded into over the

past several years. Ackard Contractors

specializes in both exterior and interior

whole home renovations including infill

projects and home additions. Their team

of experienced and knowledgeable

staff ensures each home renovation is

completed with customer values and

quality standards at the top of mind.

A unique feature of Ackard Contractors

is that they have an in-house staff of over

30 talented employees; which includes

trade workers, a design team, estimators,

and a newly added electrical division.

Each member of the Ackard team brings

specialized skills to home renovation

projects. Both Plamondon and Naccarato

attribute their company’s success to the

spectacular group of people that make up

their team. The strong relationships that

have been established over the past 30

years with trades workers and suppliers

are what ultimately ensure the quality and

workmanship of every project is at a first-

class level for each customer.

The renovation process with Ackard

begins with their team setting up a

meeting with the client to get a true

understanding of the scope of the

project. Next, a design team will go over

the client’s renovation goals and will

put together an agreement. Once the

customer approves the proposed plan,

design concepts are produced to show

clients an example of what their new

home or space will look like and a budget

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is proposed. A contract is then agreed

upon and a signed retainer is

set - all costs accumulated throughout

the initial steps of the design phase are

credited back to the customer at this

point. Clear communication is a priority

throughout the renovation process, and

the client is always kept up-to-date on

project progress. The Ackard team works

diligently with clients to produce a final

product that is timely, within budget; and,

most importantly, providing results they

will love.

Ackard Contractors is excited to

announce their 1,500 square foot design

centre is set to open in the late spring of

2016! This highly anticipated second floor

design centre will enhance the current

office space by providing clients with

a one-stop-shop for a variety of home

finishing options.

Ackard Contractors is one of

Edmonton’s most trusted and celebrated

renovators, with plenty of awards

that highlight their superior skill and

workmanship. The company has won

over 30 industry awards, with their most

recent award coming in 2016 for the Best

of Houzz service award! They have also

been awarded the 2014/15 and 2015/16

Readers’ Choice Award for the #1

Edmonton Renovator by the Edmonton

Journal!

From contemporary to classic, or

whatever your style may be, your opinion

is what matters most to Ackard. To learn

more about Ackard Contractors and

how they can help bring your home

building and renovation dreams to life

visit their website at ackard.com or call

780.414.0686.

BEFORE

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THE 2016 EDMONTON RENOVATION SHOW featured a home parade with a

heartwarming spin – five playhouses were

custom constructed and auctioned off in

support of the Edmonton Public Library.

The Home Style Construction team

designed and built one of the playhouses

hoping to assist in the fundraising for

this deserving local cause. Scott Hibbert,

from the Home Style Construction team,

explains that he “figured it would be a

lot of work since [my team] wanted to

build something fitting to the design and

quality of Home Style Construction - but

it turned out to be a TON of work! I don’t

think any of us at Home Style can do

anything half way”.

The playhouse project started in

early in January, where the team we

came up with the design and had their

draftsperson create a 2D drawing. There

was a lot of thought and planning put

into the design of the playhouse; as Scott

describes, “we wanted it to be well-built,

and appeal to both children and adults.

We wanted the children to think it’s fun

and want to play in it, and the adults to

agree it’s well-built and want to look at it

in their yard for years.”

The construction of the Home Style

Construction custom playhouse included

pressure treated joists and base framing,

it was wrapped in cedar decking and

trim, featured Cedar shakes on the roof,

real glass windows in cedar frames, and

so much more! Total construction time

included over 100 hours donated by the

Home Style Construction team. Glenora

Lumber gratefully supplied framing

materials, and Monarch Exteriors donated

the siding materials.

The final project was a huge success,

and to the excitement of many children,

the playhouse was put on display at

the Edmonton Renovation show for

bidding. The winning bid for Home Style

Construction playhouse was $5,200!

Funds raised will be put towards the

revitalization of the Stanley A. Milner

Library. Construction is set to begin

at the end of 2016, and will result in a

whole new and vibrant library that will

feature more public space and light,

building efficiencies, as well as greater

accessibility.

Learn more about the main branch downtown revamp by visiting epl.ca/imaginemilner. For more information on Home Style Construction check out their website at homestyleconstruction.ca.

Home Style Construction:

PLAYHOUSE WITH A CAUSEBy Salina Yara Halabi

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Photos courtesy of Aquarian Renovations

Tips And Tricks

Renovate To Improve YOUR Quality of Life

ONE OF THE MOST EFFECTIVE WAYS to

improve the quality of our lives is to

improve the conditions in which we live.

Holidays are wonderful and truly bring us

back with a bigger view on life or maybe

a more relaxed demeanour. After a few

days or weeks however we may find that

the everyday grind of life and irritants of

our living environment, like that leaky tap

and the squeaky floor, not to mention the

dated paint colour and the worn carpet,

really can take us down. The freshness

of a newly renovated home is one of the

best investments a homeowner can make

in improving one’s quality of life. You

may need more living space or improved

energy efficiencies in your furnace, water

heaters or electrical systems. Maybe it is

that awkward and outdated kitchen floor

plan that has been driving you mad for

the last 10 years. Perhaps your closet is

crowded and you can’t imagine one more shower in that little dingy 1960 shower box…

and then there is your roof that leaks when the ice backs up and there is a funny smell in

the basement – which you haven’t really nailed down to one particular room but there

is something off. Finally you are ready to bite the bullet and truly invest in a lifestyle

renovation… one that you can and will enjoy every single day without exception. YOU

are not alone! Ask any one of the reputable RenoMark renovators about what they find

when they visit client’s homes to discuss possible renovations. There are as many stories

as people who live in these houses… the one thing that they all do have in common, is

that they are ready for a change. They are ready to improve the quality of their lives are

taking action by honestly looking at the environment in which they live. With this honest

self-appraisal comes a determination to invest time, money and energy to improvement!

Well done homeowners! There are a number of excellent renovation companies here in

Edmonton who are ready to help you!

So let’s talk about what you, the homeowner need to consider when you’ve finally

made the decision to renovate your home. First off, you might as well put the budget

on the table. What resources do you have to renovate with? As much as price should

never be the deciding factor when selecting a renovator, you should know your financial

situation well enough to know what you can afford in both the short and long term

situation. If you don’t have a healthy relationship with your banker or mortgage broker,

consider working on it. Financing is available at a very reasonable rate these days and the

lenders who know you and your financial plans will be more likely to help you get what

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you want, or at least what you need. Once you have your financials in order you can

start planning in earnest.

This is where hiring a professional really pays off. Renovation companies generally

operate on one of two systems. Some companies set up their systems to be a complete

design-build and will provide you with service from initial consultation through design

and estimate to a fixed budget construction contract and through the construction

process into warranty. This truly is a one-stop shop and most clients really like this

because they know what they are paying for up front and major decisions are made long

before any renovation and reconstruction even starts. Other renovation companies

may use a Cost Plus system. In this system the contractor is paid for time and materials

and is often used on jobs with a lot of unknowns or hidden conditions such as repair

work. It can be used on larger jobs as well if the specs and plans are not so clear. Having

this conversation upfront with your prospective contractor is a very important part of a

homeowners’ due diligence in the renovation process.

Once you have made up your mind to renovate, secured financing and found the right

contractor – let the joy of improving your quality of life begin! Your friends might thing

you are crazy thinking that a renovation can actually be a great experience but if you

get with the right contractor and have all the details worked out you may just surprise

yourself, and all your friends!

For a list of reputable renovation contractors in the greater Edmonton region

check out the Canadian Home Builders’- Edmonton Region website and look for the

RenoMark link.

RenoMark® is an organization within the Canadian Home Builders’ that you can trust

when finding the right renovator for your project. These renovators have a proven

track record and are committed to a renovation-specific code of ethics. Providing

essentials such as written contracts, warranties and all the insurance necessary, they

also understand the value of customer service and continually educate themselves

regarding current trends, materials and building code. RenoMark Renovators

understand homeownership. They appreciate how hard people have worked for their

homes and will help you improve the value of your home and the quality of your day to

day living experience.

Credentials that capture a professional renovator include:

» A proven track record in the industry with past project lists, references, testimonials

from previous clients and contacts.

» Well established business practices, project management and client communication.

» Clearly defines the responsibilities of the renovator and the homeowner regarding

insurance, finance and scope of work.

» Professional memberships and affiliations such as Canadian Home Builders’ –

Edmonton Region, RenoMark, Chamber of Commerce, Better Business Bureau

» Experience, training, education, craftsmanship and skills, upgrading and special

expertise.

» Minimum 2 year warranty

» Find your professional renovator at http://www.renomark.ca/edmontonregion/home

Give a RenoMark renovator a call and say yes to improving your quality of life today!

RENOMARK EDMONTON – WWW.RENOMARK.CAThe program identifies those renovation contractors who have agreed to CHBA – Edmonton Region’s code of ethics, as well as a renovation-specific code of conduct, they provide warranties, understand the value of customer service, and continually educate themselves regarding current trends, materials and regulations.

* Resources included: Canadian Homebuilders Association “The Get it in Writing Handbook” and RenoMark Website

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Tips and Tricks

Michael Nyikes is a nationally recognized speaker, columnist, and leading industry expert on building codes, residential construction, building envelope science, and environmental design. He can be reached at [email protected]

By Michael Nyikes

Decoding THE CODE

AAlthough people are most used to

seeing concrete foundations in homes,

construction using wood foundations

have (and continue to be) quite common and

popular for a variety of reasons. There are clear

building code requirements for both types

of foundations, however the key to wood

foundations is that the material used be labelled

as “preserved”.

Preserved wood used in foundations (PWF)

must be stamped or marked appropriately

for their intended purpose. This mark differs

from, and must be present in addition to,

grade stamps and markings found on non-

treated dimensional lumber and plywood. PWF

lumber and plywood must be marked with the

following information:

» identification of the certification agency

accredited by the Standards Council of

Canada;

» the initials PWF and FTB (French translation

for PWF);

» the designation O322 (CSA Standard

O322);

» the preservative used in treatment (e.g.

CCA for copper arsenate); and

» a four-digit symbol of which the first two

numbers denote the treatment plant and

the last two numbers indicate the year of

treatment.

Manufacturers, distributors, designers and

builders are responsible for ensuring lumber and

plywood used in preserved wood foundations

carry the appropriate treatment marks.

For further information please call Alberta

Municipal Affairs at 1-866-421-6929 or e-mail

[email protected].

Future Decoding the Code columns will continue

to answer readers’ questions about how the

provin-cial safety codes affect their projects. Email

your questions to me at decodingthecode@gmail.

com. Be sure to include which city you live in,

as well as your phone number in case I need to

follow up with you.

QI received an email from someone who was considering buying a house that has a wood foundation instead of a concrete foundation, and he was wondering what to watch out for.

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Great design lives here.

Choose fiberglass for the ultimate in design flexibility, and the best in performance.

We’ve moved! 9515 49 Ave. Edmonton, AB (By appointment only)

780.887.5163 | duxtonwindows.com

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Feature

THERE ARE SOME CONFUSING signals in the news over the

past number of months. Suddenly, oil based energy costs

have dropped dramatically despite experts predicting resource

shortages in the years to come. At the same time, building

experts have concluded that the highest source of heating/

cooling costs are related to the building envelope and

specifically windows and doors.

Considering a probable rebound in oil/energy costs,

investments in new builds and renovations should reflect

future operating costs. A modest investment in better quality

fenestration not only reduces overall heat loss,

but also can create an excellent source of heat

in our cold climate market.

» Investment Point #1: Rather than save a few

short-term dollars on ‘cheaper windows,’ closely

evaluate overall R-value, thus reduced heat loss

for the long run.

“We have been refining our approach over

many years now to get to Net Zero in Manitoba,”

Co-written by Al Dueck, President and Aynsley Dueck, Marketing Manager, DUXTON Windows & Doors

VIEWS IN YOUR HOME THAT PAY YOU BACK The benefits of high performance windows & doors

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says Randy Proven, a founding member

of Sun Certifi ed Builders Cooperative.

“Thicker walls with less thermal bridging

and attention to air-sealing details,

allows us to deliver much higher building

performance.”

Careful consideration of the orientation

of the house, by elevation, creates

another really important consideration.

Peter Amerongen, President of Habitat

Studio and an expert on Net Zero

home building, relies as heavily as

possible on free energy from the sun.

Regarding a recent project, the Heath

new home construction in Edmonton,

he comments, “One of the reasons this

house has such a simple mechanical

system is because it is getting over 50%

of its energy just from the sun coming

through the south facing windows!”

Creating the right solution for

your home involves some careful

consideration to balance passive solar

gain with suffi cient shading in the hot

season , to avoid overheating. Some

contributing factors include: orientation

by elevation, location of deciduous trees,

roof overhangs, shade from nearby

buildings and the appropriate selection of

glass. The graph above provides insights

on diff erent types of glass coatings and

their eff ect on solar transmission.

» Investment Point #2: Do your

homework and consult with a

knowledgeable building expert

and window consultant to select

fenestration and glazing that suits

your specifi c project.

In addition, consider important

elements such as clear views of the

outdoors, cross ventilation in those

amazing spring and fall days, accessibility

through swinging/sliding doors which

do not block key pathways and the net

eff ect of the air tightness that is achieved.

Research has long demonstrated that

sliding windows are not nearly as air tight

as compression sealed windows such as

outward-opening casements/awnings

or European-style tilt n’ turn windows.

When considering swinging doors, multi-

point locking hardware can signifi cantly

improve air tightness, by ensuring that the

panel is tight along the full length of the

weatherstripping.

» Investment Point #3: Select enough

air tight venting windows which give you

fresh air, while limiting your heating costs.

Finally, thoughtful investments

on windows and doors should give

consideration to the longer term durability

and environmental impact of their

production and performance. Triple pane

glass will best maintain its seal when placed

in a stable and durable frame. Research

shows that fi berglass is one of the most

stable materials on the market today. While

wood is an excellent building material,

it tends to absorb moisture and expand/

contract with the changing seasons.

Lastly, consider the warranty and the

source of your window and door product.

Finding a locally manufactured product

may be not only a solid environmental

consideration but also a key factor in

long term support.

» Final Investment Point: Consider

selecting a local manufacturer and a

trust-worthy installer that will back your

warranty in the long run.

Building experts have concluded that the highest source of heating/cooling costs are related to the building envelope and specifi cally windows and doors.

U-Value R-0 R-18 R-39 R-60

0.30 R-5 R-11 R-15 R-17

0.20 R-5 R-13 R-19 R-23

0.15 R-5 R-14.5 R-23 R-28

0.10 R-5.5 R-16 R-27 R-34

Window15% of

Wall Area

Wall R-Value with Windowsw/Varied Wall Insulation Levels

Sources:“Holes in the Wall: To Improve the Energy Performance of Walls, Look at the Total R-Value,” Journal of Light Consyruction, February 2014

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PRODUCT & SERVICES DIRECTORY

AWNINGS

Canfab Products Ltd 12819-144 ST 780.451.4341 www.canfabproducts.ca

CABINETS

NexLevel Cabinets 5311 - 97 Street 587.596.6666 587.596.7777

CONCERTE

City MiniMix Concrete Inc 780.974.7969 [email protected] www.cityminimix.com

DECORATIVE PAINTING

Unfauxgettable Interiors 780.999.5609 [email protected] www.unfauxgettable.ca

FLOORING

Payless Wholesale Flooring & Lighting 18415-104 Ave 780.487.2700 www.paylessfloors.ca

HOME RENOVATIONS

A Cut Above Living 780.244.0504 acutaboveliving.com

Ackard Contractors Ltd. 780.414.0686 www.ackard.com

Aquarian Renovations 780.481.7671 www.aquarianrenovations.com

Appollo Sunrooms 780.466.1952 www.apollosunrooms.com

Coogee Construction Ltd. 780.454.1513 www.coogeeconstruction.ca

Diamond Contracting 780.433.3166 www.diamondcontractingab.ca

Fortress Homes & Renovations 780.660.1026 www.fortresshomes.ca

Full House Renovations 780.483.2666 www.fullhouserenovations.com

Homestyle Construction Ltd. 780-479-6032 www.homestyleconstruction.ca

Innovation Plus Developments Ltd 780 434-0923 www.innovationplus.ca

Rencon Industries Inc. 780.986.2160 www.renconindustries.ca

Renovations of Excellence 780.441.1243 www.wedorenos.com [email protected]

Revolving Rooms Interior Design Inc. 780.465.8071 www.revolvingrooms.ca

Serenity Contracting & Design Inc. 780.435.6304 www.serenitycontracting.ca

KITCHENS

Kitchen Craft Cabinetry 2866 Calgary Trail, NW 780.465.6531 www.kitchencraft.com

Towne and Countree Kitchens 17212 107 Ave. 780.489.3331 www.towneandcountree.com

LIGHTING

Design 21 FX Lighting Ltd. 780.421.1940 www.design21.ca

INTERIOR DESIGN

Flawless Interiors 780.903.0634 www.flawlessinteriors.ca

Kohon Designs #143 - 10309 107th St. Phone 780.428.6230 www.kohon.ca

Mojo Design Inc. #1, 10340-134 St. 780.455.5229 Mojodesigninc.com

STONE PANELS

Prima Stone 4328-97 St. 780.932.7289 www.primastone.ca

TILE

Tile’s Trend #7 445 Parsons Road Ph: 780.485.2277 [email protected] www.tilestrend.com

WINDOWS

Durabuilt Windows & Doors West 10920-178 St. 780.455.0440 South 8605 Argyll Rd 780.463.4466

Duxton Windows & Doors 6764 99 Street (by appt only) 780.887.5163 www.duxtonwindows.com

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