Wexford: Project update

The spec house in Wexford is coming along quiet fast, which is great. We are fully framed, plumbed, heating installed, and all the electrical is complete. Now we are waiting...and waiting...and waiting for the windows. They are scheduled to be delivered next week (3 weeks behind schedule), once that happens they will be installed and then we can continue with the construction of the home. Exterior cladding and the insulation and drywall...then the fun stuff starts.

As you enter the front door you can see the Juliet balcony that is on the second level, once the curved railing and spindles get in place it will be a great focal point.

I think this is going to be one of my favourite areas of the home. It is a library that goes from the great room to the home office. I designed a built-in from floor to ceiling c/w shaker style post details that will hold beautiful sconces (I just need to find the perfect ones).

The kitchen may not look it, but it is quiet large and the 10' ceilings will only help the space feel roomy. I am really excited about the kitchen drawings I have done for this home, with all professional built-in appliances it is going to be the jewel of the home.

And check out that view from the back of the home. The kitchen, nook, and great room will all take advantage of the beautiful countryside.

I hope to be able to update you again in a couple of weeks with some of the color & material selections as well as new photos showing the windows and drywall in place, it will really change the look of the home. Until then have a great day and enjoy the view from where you are at! Mel xo

Fridays Favorite

When Rob and I want to go for dinner and feel like we are someplace other than Calgary we always head to  The River Cafe.

It is located in the middle of Prince' Island Park on a lagoon where the Bow River passes through downtown. You feel like are are someplace else, not in a bustling growing city where sometimes people do not take the time to enjoy a good conversation or wonderful meal in a peaceful setting.

  

By far my favorite time to go is in the winter. You can no park on the island, so there is always a short walk over a bridge to get you ready for the experience. One of my most memorable trips was when Rob and I were celebrating our 3 year wedding anniversary, it was incredibly cold outside and once we got into The River we were sat in front of a huge bustling fireplace and had warm apple cider at our table within seconds to warm us up.

 

Besides an award winning wine list the food is top notch. The River is very conscious of the food they serve, selecting the best from the region. Serving all organic and free-range products from local farmers and producers is a huge part of the way they run their business and help out the community at the same time.

 

If you are ever lucky enough to venture up to Calgary, make sure to have one or all of your meals here. You will not regret it!
Hope you have an amazing weekend and Happy Easter!! Mel xoxo