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The company helped with design and sales and marketing for Silver Creek Lodge.
Marty Hope, Calgary Herald
On this day, he, Kozmyk and Ward Brown of Saddleback Developments are hosting an open house for invited guests to look at the progress made on the lodge. It was Brown who first had the vision for a Zen experience. I wanted to create a development that stood out from the competition; to create a purple cow in a field of cows, so to speak, he says. As well, he wanted to blend his affinity for Asian design influences with the mountain esthetic in which Canmore exists, while also acknowledging the architectural guidelines required by Canmore. Finally, Brown says he wanted to create an authentic and unique story that would resonate for the salespeople, but more importantly to the buyers. Construction on the lodge, located on Mountain Avenue between Bow ValleyTrail and Highway 1, began a couple of years ago and has progressed to the point where the first and second phases are occupied and occupancies in the third phase are just under way. Were about 95 per cent sold, says Third. Whole-ownership units range from $259,900 to $449,900. Quarterownership 15 per cent from Edmonton. The remainder hail from other parts of Canada, the United States and Europe. This project is inspired by Zen tradition bringing reverence and harmony to all living things, says Brown. I tried to infuse Silver Creek Lodgewith the elements of earth, fire and water to create a sense of place and of inspired living that would affect the soul. options range from $79,500 to $159,500, depending on the size of the suite. Owners of quarter shares are guaranteed use of their suite one week each month on a rotating basis (the first week one month, the second week the next month, etc.). The suites reflect what Thirddescribes as casual residential living. An entertainment island at the centreof each suite is locatedbetween the kitchen and living room. People gather right here to socialize the cook can be cooking and still be part of the conversation going on. The show suite comes with bamboo hardwood and slate floors, underfloor heating, air conditioning, granite countertops, maple cabinets, internet capabilities, stainless steel appliances, stacking washer and dryer in the ensuite, mosaic tile backsplashes, a fireplacewith TV niche above it, speakers in all rooms, and a patio off the living room. The lodge also offers heated and secured underground parking, a lounge, security and video surveillance, guest storage and meeting / conference rooms. About 70 per cent of buyers come from Calgary and another
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