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Columbia Valley Homes and Lifestyle • Vol 1: 2011/2012

Photo by Kelsey Verboom

& Lifestyles& Lifestyles2011 – 2012

Table of ContentsLocal Treasures Style Guide ............................................................6Pick the Perfect Paint ...............................................................................8Creating an Escape for Mom ..................................................10Artist Pro� le: Cajsa Fredin ..........................................................12Bring Indoor Living Outdoors ...............................................14Modern Build ..................................................................................................16A Restoration with Charm ...........................................................18Building a Hybrid House ...............................................................22Water Feature How-To .......................................................................27Gardening for the Columbia Valley ...............................30Wilmer Cabin Given New Life .................................................38

Advertising Index1867 Confederation Log & Timber Frame ..........31Aquair - The Water & Air Company .................................28Ashley Furniture Homestore .........................................................5Bedroom Furniture Galleries ..................................................30Bella Vista Estates ....................................................................................28Bighorn Meadows ...................................................................................40 Borrego Ridge ...............................................................................................35Canadian Timberframes Ltd. ...................................................33Chisel Peak Construction Ltd. ................................................14The Cleaner Sweep/Tree-Mendous ................................33Cranbrook Pest Control...................................................................32Earthstone Masonry & Stucco ...............................................28Elk Park Ranch ..............................................................................................13Ferrier's Water & Landscaping ..............................................26Fine Home Services ...............................................................................28Greenman Sustainable Solutions ....................................31Highmark Builders .................................................................................25Hi Heat Insulating.com ....................................................................31The Home Renovation Centre.....................................7, 24Hûberthaus Timber Frames ......................................................27Intelligent Insulation Solutions ..........................................23Kyla Brown Photography..............................................................15Lakeview Meadows ...............................................................................39Mercer & Co. ...........................................................................................................7Mountainside Ridge/Fairmont Hot Springs ...........3Nature's Floors ...................................................................................................9Noble Hauling & Bobcat .................................................................37Odyssey Restoration & Cleaning .......................................26Perrin Structure & Design Line .............................................34Quiniscoe Homes ......................................................................................22Saunders Family Farm/ Home Security....................34Screen Solutions ........................................................................................34Skihome.ca ........................................................................................................33Spirits Reach .....................................................................................................21The Residences at Fairmont Ridge .......................................2Timko..........................................................................................................................35Universal Doors & Exteriors......................................................32Urban Escapes...............................................................................................29Valley Hawk Security ..........................................................................13Valley Spas ...............................................................................................................9Whisper Creek Log Homes..........................................................35

Columbia Valley Homes & Lifestyles is published annually by The Columbia Valley Pioneer Newspaper, Misko Publishing Limited Partnership.

Publisher ...............................Rose-Marie RegitnigEditor................................................Kelsey VerboomEditorial content..........................Kelsey Verboom..................................................... Joshua Estabrooks Graphic Design ................................Emily Rawbon...........................Shawn Wernig, Kelsey VerboomSales Associate .........................Kathy Sutherland

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This material, written or artistic, may not be reprinted or electronically reproduced in any way without the written consent of the publisher. The opinions and statements in articles, columns and advertising are not necessarily those of the publisher or sta� of Columbia Valley Homes & Lifestyles. It is agreed by any display advertiser requesting space that the owner's responsibility, if any, for errors or omissions of any kind, is limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for that portion of the space as occupied by the incorrect item and there shall be no liability in any event greater than the amount paid for the advertisement.

Front cover photograph by Kelsey Verboom

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Columbia Valley Homes and Lifestyles • Vol 1: 2011/2012

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This historic photo of Invermere's Fort Point

area shows a pre-development landscape

that was once a sprawling golf course. With its breathtaking

views, Fort Point is now a popular site for some of the Columbia

Valley's most impressive homes.

That was then...That was then...That was then...That was then...

Breath-stealing scenery is synonymous with the Columbia Valley, so it's no sur-prise our area is bursting with equally stunning homes.

This year's Columbia Valley Homes and Lifestyles magazine showcases some of the area's most beautiful, well-planned homes, including two historical renova-tions, and explores alternative building options, like constructing a hybrid house.

For the fi rst time ever, this publication includes an exciting new 'lifestyles' com-ponent. In addition to applauding builders and contractors for the gorgeous homes they construct locally, the magazine now also celebrates all the aspects that make

owning a home in the Columbia Valley so great: shopping and decorating options, style ideas, landscaping advice, and the delicious food and drink available locally.

After a few tough economic years that caused a bit of a roller coaster in the local real estate scene, it is our hope that this year's magazine will inspire current and future homeowners to realize the poten-tial and beauty of their present or to-be homes, and excite homeowners with new ideas and inspiration. We hope you enjoy the fresh-faced Columbia Valley Homes and Lifestyles Magazine.

- Kelsey Verboom, Editor

The view from here

Photo courtesy of Audrey Osterloh

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Local treasures

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Torlys leather fl ooring and metallic glass

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Little Stone BuddhaTe Papa Nui Antiques and Collectibles

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Carved Belgian oak cabinet with

leaded glassTe Papa Nui Antiques and CollectiblesInvermere

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Wood and metal sidetableCajsa Fredin, Matsdotter Metals104 - 1021 7th Ave., Invermere

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Bring outdoors intheThe lakes, rivers, rocks, clay banks, and snow-covered peaks of

the Columbia Valley are rich with natural colour. Take a cue from the outdoors, and bring the same colour palate into your home.

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Pinafore Park Glorious Gladiolas Splurge

Arabian Natural GrandeurBrule

Citadel Grey Mennonite GreyWhitewash

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StayorganizedWhen building new or under-

taking a renovation, it's easy to become overwhelmed by paint chips and tile samples. Make things easier for future changes by saving clippings and ex-amples of your fi nal choices. Clearly label each sample, and store them in a journal. The more detail, the better.

Snap photos of the fi nished room, and add them to the jour-nal as well. If the examples are stored in a portable way — like a book — it will be easy to bring with you to stores when shopping for new additions.

Decorating materials (excluding shower curtain sample) from The Home Renovation Centre in Invermere, 492 Arrow Rd, Unit 1B.

Create the ultimate

An up-and-coming design trend is the ‘mom cave’ — a cheeky twist on the testosterone-heavy ‘man cave’.

Man caves were made popular by movies like I Love You Man, which featured the ultimate dude escape: a big screen TV, beer fridge, and room to hammer away on a drum set. Now, the female population has caught on and women are creating rooms to retreat to, take a deep breath, and ease into a warm bath.

Creating a mom cave doesn’t require major construction or completely overhauling a room, although it can, depending on how deluxe you’d like to go. A few simple additions and cosmetic add-ons can transform any bathroom into a tranquil, spa-like space to enjoy.

escape

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in the paint, towels, and fi ner accent pieces throughout a room — like the soft lavender hue used in this Invermere bathroom — instantly unifi es a space and makes it feel more polished.

Stocking your room with deluxe soaps or lotions is a thoughtful way to make your home feel like a fancy spa or hotel.

Flowers aren't just for the living room. Bring a bright-coloured bloom into your bathroom to add a splash of style to the sink area.

Extra-personalized touches, like this monogrammed towel hook, elevate a space from functional to fabulous.

Adding a chair to the cor-ner of a bathroom provides an unexpected visual twist, and a comfy place to rest after a bath.

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Artist profi le: Cajsa Fredin

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"A lot of times, I'm inspired by old pieces I fi nd."

Creative metal design artist Cajsa Fredin adds a pop of colour to a hook rack outside her studio in Athalmer.

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When Invermere-raised artist Cajsa Fredin fi nds an old chair or table,

she doesn't think about where to throw it away; she starts brainstorming how she can add to it and make it her own.

Cajsa's creations, which include chairs, footstools, side tables, wall hooks, and sculptural pieces, are an edgy combination of wood and metal mixed with bright co-lours. Her pieces are both whimsical and functional, and showcase a subtle merging of natural and urban infl uences.

While earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Calgary, Cajsa ex-perimented with furniture design and fell in love with the idea of taking a used piece of

furniture and injecting a fresh

breath of life into its design."I try to reuse a lot of items,"

she said. "I fi nd they're just great the way they are, but then I can add a unique piece or twist to them. I love the history of a found piece, and the crafts-manship is so great."

Cajsa, an avid skier and hiker, often gathers inspiration for her creations from her outdoor pursuits.

"I defi nitely fi nd infl uence from nature," she said. "I like to take the organic feel of nature and juxtapose it with bright colours and textures. I like to amp it up a little bit."

Cajsa has embraced a shift in her artistic style since moving from the city back to the Columbia Valley.

"When I was living in the city, I noticed I used more square, angular lines," she said. "Here it's more organic. Things from nature come into play a lot more.

"I think it was good to have that back-ground though. Coming from the less or-ganic, it created a lot more design sense in contrast to the style I was using before."

Cajsa collects found items from friends who know of her "obsession" as she calls it, and regularly visits the reuse station at the Windermere landfi ll. She brings her fi nds back to her studio in Athalmer where the creative process begins.

"Oftentimes I start with an idea, and things just evolve from there. Other times, the fi nal product turns out exactly like it was in my head," Cajsa said.

Cajsa showcases her and other artists' creations at Black Star Studios Artists' Gallery, which she co-owns and operates with friends in downtown Invermere.

"It feels great to have the ability to make my creations come to life and to have people enjoy them," she said.

www.blackstarstudios.ca

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Bring the indoors…OutdoorsA great way to maximize the square

footage of your home is to make the transition between your indoor and outdoor living areas as seamless as pos-sible. Using design elements to link the two spaces will give the illusion of a single large living area rather than two separate areas.

If you're planning a new build, consider placing large windows between the deck or patio area and the indoor living space adjacent to it. Big windows provide open sightlines from the indoors out, and cre-ate less of a physical barrier between the two areas. By removing or minimizing ele-ments that divide the two, the more free-fl owing the space will appear.

Another subtle way to create a con-nected indoor-outdoor area is to repeat building materials. For example, if your patio is made of slate, install slate fl ooring indoors. The same effect can be achieved on a smaller scale by repeating the colour or material of your furniture indoors and outdoors, or by using similar paint colours.

If you're not building fresh, or if you don't have the fi nances to completely ren-ovate, there are still an abundance of dec-orating solutions that will connect indoor-outdoor spaces. Thoughtful touches — like using the same fabric on throw cushions inside and out — will subtly create a visual relationship between the two spaces.

Artwork and photography can be used in the same way. For example, if your home is on the lakeshore, a hanging boat sculp-ture or photos and paintings of the lake will serve as a visual reminder that the two areas are connected.

Lastly, think in reverse. Brainstorm ways to make your deck feel like a living room, and how to make your living room feel more like it's outdoors. On the deck, think about adding a fi replace, luxurious outdoor couches, and a coffee table. In-doors, plant the same greenery growing on your deck in pots and scatter the pots from the doorway inward, leading the outdoor space in.

However you achieve it, an inviting in-door-outdoor space will enhance the feel-ing of your home and create a well-used area that is both functional and visually appealing.

This Invermere home has ample lounge furniture to make the deck area feel like a living room. The use of greenery on the deck fl ows indoors to the solarium-like front room and makes the two spaces feel more like one. The large windows also allow light to fl ood indoors from the deck area.

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Modern BuildModern BuildModern BuildMagnifi cent

Strategically wrapped along a cliff side at Panorama Mountain Village is Villa Gran Sasso, an award-winning home with a layout designed to work with the rugged landscape.

The fi ve-storey masterpiece was con-structed for a family of four generations who have been coming to Panorama Mountain Village for more than 30 years.

The house caters to family members of all ages — from aged 3 to 90+ — with a sauna and hot tub, a decadent home the-atre room, an outdoor fi replace, and an elevator servicing four of the fi ve fl oors.

A feature two-storey glass bridge con-

nects the two portions of the home, mak-ing those walking across it feel like they are in the trees.

The home's fi ner details — like a hand-carved wooden front door with moun-tains, mountain goats, and an eagle — are inspired by the beautiful natural surround-ings of the Columbia Valley.

Villa Gran Sasso earned two Tommie awards from the Canadian Homebuild-ers' Association for the Central Okanagan Region, as well as a provincial Georgie award.

The home was built by Quiniscoe Homes, which is based in Invermere.

Pictured, clockwise from top left: the master bedroom has exposed fi r beams on the ceiling and white oak, clear-fi nish fl oors. The space is one of the home's seven bedrooms; the master bedroom en-suite bathroom features quartz countertops, 14-foot ceilings, a crystal chandelier, and a deep soaker tub beside

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Pictured, clockwise from top left: the master bedroom has exposed fir beams on the ceiling and white oak, clear-finish floors. The space is one of the home's seven bedrooms; the master bedroom en-suite bathroom features quartz countertops, 14-foot ceilings, a crystal chandelier, and a deep soaker tub beside

floor-to-ceiling windows; the glass connecting walkway is visible from the rear of the house, which backs onto Greywolf Golf Course; a large, open-concept kitchen has plenty of seating for everyone in the family.

Opposite page: the front view of the house glows in the evening light.


Photo courtesy of Quiniscoe H

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Photo courtesy of Quiniscoe H

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T ucked beneath the shadows of the Columbia Valley’s Mt. Swansea is a home that defi es all sense of

time. Combining modern conveniences with a carefully planned fl oorplan, this home lovingly integrates four local histori-cal log cabins into one large house that feels so warm and natural, it seems to have been standing among the pine trees forever.

The home’s main entrance foyer is a high-ceilinged masterpiece with heated slate fl oors and exposed fi r beams, which immediately create a welcoming and rus-tic effect that feels simultaneously modern and historic. The calculated combination is the result of much planning, love, and a magical mix of local history.

When the homeowners of this trea-sure were ready to build on their sprawl-ing acreage, they contacted then-local contractor Mike Illingworth, whose work they were familiar with and admired. Mr.

Illingworth’s lifelong fascination with re-storing historical structures into modern builds had led him to design a few other local homes using decrepit buildings from valley farms and transforming them into cozy homes.

The homeowners hired Mr. Illingworth, who set to work fi nding four run-down structures from Brisco, Spillimacheen, and Fairmont ranging in age from 90 to 110 years old. Mr. Illingworth then carefully crafted plans for an L-shaped home that incorporated the cabins by using connect-ing arms so the smaller houses would fl ow seamlessly into one.

Mr. Illingworth and the homeowners de-liberated about where to place the home. They built a model and sat with it in the grass, testing the direction of sun and de-ciding if the location felt right. After set-tling upon a placement that maximized both morning and afternoon sunlight, the real work began.

Mr. Illingworth, the homeowner, and a few friends traveled to the location of each cabin and began taking the struc-tures apart board by board, numbering each as they went. Some of the buildings were covered in dirt, farm animal feces, and moss, and so required a little elbow grease. The dismantled structures were transported to the building site one by one, where they were reassembled from the bottom up on a carefully laid founda-tion in their new location.

After a fi nal power washing of the boards, the space between each was in-jected with expanding foam, fi tted with stucco mesh, and hand-troweled with concrete. The homeowners added old-style windows — double-sliding and made of fi r — including a stable door in the kitchen with a swinging top half. They also created a number of stained glass windows for the house and the cabinetry, adding a splash of colour here and there.

of the pastof the pastRevivalFour weather-beaten log structures are transformed into a modern-day build oozing with charm.

Pictured, clockwise from top left: a meandering hand-picked stone path guides visitors to the front door; the slate fl oors of the front entrance foyer lead to the kitchen and living room; the rich fi r fl oors of the upstairs guest bedroom warm the space; exposed beams and low ceilings provide a cozy atmosphere in the kitchen. Photos by Kelsey Verboom


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Keeping with the goal of using all in-digenous materials and local craftspeo-ple, a fir floor from Golden was installed in the bedrooms, kitchen, and living room, and slate floors were laid in the areas connecting the original structures.

The homeowners' interest in archi-tecture is evident in the home’s details, which all create a specific effect in the most subtle of ways. Each doorway in the house has graduating sizes of trim, depending on its size: the larger the doorway, the wider the trim. The ceil-

ing of each room is different, depending on the room’s function: the kitchen ceil-ing is low to create a close, comforting atmosphere, while the living room has a sweeping, vaulted ceiling to evoke a light, airy feel. Also, the natural stone pathway leading to the house is set in a meandering fashion, meant to gently lead visitors to the house while having a chance to enjoy the front courtyard.

Each thoughtful architectural detail is amplified by the charm and history of the old cabins themselves.

The real gem of the home is the kitchen and upstairs guest bedroom and bathroom, which were fashioned from a building taken from Brisco.

The two-storey building was built in 1927 by Percival (Percy) William Berrey, a butcher, trapper, and the valley’s first mink fur farmer. Percy came to the val-ley in 1898 from Derbyshire, England, in search of a rumoured silver claim.

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Pictured, clockwise from top left: a meandering hand-picked stone path guides visitors to the front door; the slate floors of the front entrance foyer lead to the kitchen and living room; the rich fir floors of the upstairs guest bedroom warm the space; exposed beams and low ceilings provide a cozy atmosphere in the kitchen. Photos by Kelsey Verboom

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Keeping with the goal of using all in-digenous materials and local craftspeo-ple, a fir floor from Golden was installed in the bedrooms, kitchen, and living room, and slate floors were laid in the areas connecting the original structures.

The homeowners' interest in archi-tecture is evident in the home’s details, which all create a specific effect in the most subtle of ways. Each doorway in the house has graduating sizes of trim, depending on its size: the larger the doorway, the wider the trim. The ceil-

ing of each room is different, depending on the room’s function: the kitchen ceil-ing is low to create a close, comforting atmosphere, while the living room has a sweeping, vaulted ceiling to evoke a light, airy feel. Also, the natural stone pathway leading to the house is set in a meandering fashion, meant to gently lead visitors to the house while having a chance to enjoy the front courtyard.

Each thoughtful architectural detail is amplified by the charm and history of the old cabins themselves.

The real gem of the home is the kitchen and upstairs guest bedroom and bathroom, which were fashioned from a building taken from Brisco.

The two-storey building was built in 1927 by Percival (Percy) William Berrey, a butcher, trapper, and the valley’s first mink fur farmer. Percy came to the val-ley in 1898 from Derbyshire, England, in search of a rumoured silver claim.


Pictured, clockwise from top left: a meandering hand-picked stone path guides visitors to the front door; the slate floors of the front entrance foyer lead to the kitchen and living room; the rich fir floors of the upstairs guest bedroom warm the space; exposed beams and low ceilings provide a cozy atmosphere in the kitchen. Photos by Kelsey Verboom

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The silver claim had run out by the time Percy arrived, so he worked for a while farming before purchasing land for himself.

Percy built his farmhouse from hand-hewn logs on his acreage in Brisco, where he later raised mink for fur with his future wife, Frances Annie Brown. Percy kept a trapline in the Vermillion and on the sloughs near his home, and was a passionate farmer. He was also the road foreman when the Westside Road was relocated from the North Salmon canyon in 1930.

Percy and Annie had three children, Florence, Ted, and Frances A. (Nancy). The entire family slept in the top floor of the house, which is now a humble guest room in its new life. One of the weathered log butts in the kitchen still has a distinct notch in it where Percy often wedged his axe.

Percy and Annie’s daughter Nancy mar-ried Gus Gillis, a Brisco farmer. The sec-ond of the four cabins was purchased from Gus Gillis’ property across the highway from the Brisco General Store, and made into the homeowner’s master bedroom.

The history of the living room and ga-rage, which are from Fairmont and Spilli-macheen, is unknown, but the rooms’ weather-beaten boards hint at a well-rounded past.

In addition to the four cabins, the home’s cabinets are also a trip through time. The kitchen and bathroom cabinets and the hall closets are constructed by a local cabinetmaker with rich-coloured fir in tongue-and-groove style. The wood was taken from the wallboards of a struc-ture from Radium Hot Springs that once served as a stage coach stop along the old highway.

The building used to be located in what is now Canyon RV Resort in Radium.

The home was built by the homestead-

ing McCullough family, who farmed the land surrounding the building while also running a stagecoach stop.

Stagecoaches would often pull in for a rest or for the evening during their jour-ney along the old highway through Koo-tenay National Park, which used to wind steeply downwards from the top of Sin-clair Canyon, and then upwards again to Highway 95.

When the McCulloughs passed away, the building was inherited by their niece, Amy Lockwood, who later sold the land.

Walking through the restored structures in the home that took 11 months to pains-takingly construct, it’s clear the structures’ sense of history is not lost. In fact, the lov-ing revival and added details only amplify their character.

The homeowners, who said the entire project was a “leap of faith” are overjoyed at the resulting charm and character of their home. “It was absolutely worth it,” they said. “All of it.”

Pictured, clockwise from top left: Amy Lockwood stands in front of the old

stage coach stop in Radium Hot Springs, pieces of which were used to construct

the cabinets in the homeowners' modern build. The words "Log House Inn" are

faintly visible near the top; a cabin from Fairmont has been restored into a spacious, wood-heated living room

area; a homemade bird feeder continues the home's charming feel outdoors; the weathered walls of the downstairs hall

bathroom are exposed; Mr. and Mrs. McCullough, who ran the old stage coach

stop, stand amongst the fruits of their farming labour. Historical photos courtesy

of Canyon RV Resort.

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to Spirits Reach on Columbia Lake - a quiet, pristine lake ideal for every kind of life-at-the-lake fun.to Spirits Reach on Columbia Lake - a quiet, pristine lake ideal for every kind of life-at-the-lake fun.

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Going

The 'S' word. When some people hear the word 'solar', they envision hip-

pies living off-the-grid, and stop listening. The truth is, using solar as an energy source in a hybrid home doesn't mean you have to sacrifice comfort or style, or become a granola-munching Birkenstock fan.

As the building sector progresses, pre-vious preconceptions about solar energy and hybrid houses are being shed. More and more people are starting to realize the payoffs — both to our planet and to their pocketbooks — and are starting to demand energy-clean houses.

A hybrid house is more than just a home that uses solar energy. Much like the in-creasingly popular hybrid cars, hybrid houses harness sources of energy that are overlooked in other designs. In addition to solar power, hybrid houses utilize the en-ergy of wind, water, and earth. Sounds a bit like a popular 1970s R&B funk band, but really it's quite a smart design.

The bottom line of a hybrid house is this: people spend 65 per cent of their lives in-side their homes, which is likely the larg-est purchase they'll ever make, so why not make it as cost efficient, earth friendly, and

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Building a healthy hybrid house like this 4-person

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green

intelligently designed as possible?In the Columbia Valley, less than 10 per

cent of homes use hybrid energy, predicts Bill Swan, owner and operator of Green-man Sustainable Solutions. Mr. Swan is a sustainable housing advocate, and is hope-ful Columbia Valley homeowners are be-ginning to see the (energy effi cient) light when it comes to green solutions.

"Our homes are one of the biggest sin-gle-impact items we will own in our lives in terms of our relationship with the envi-ronment," he said. "It consumes the most resources and it costs us the most person-ally in time and money, so it is probably the largest consumer consideration in our lives. I think the biggest hurdle is redefi ning what that relationship with the environment is.

"I think we’ve picked up on a good theme here in the valley in terms of building with rock and timber, because it provides ma-terials that are suited to this environment. You don’t have to move them as far, and they fi t in with the natural and cultural his-tory of the region," Mr. Swan added.

In addition to building materials, the Co-lumbia Valley provides some special con-siderations to make when going green.


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First, think about how to best maximize the abundance of sunlight this region receives. If you're building new, you have the chance to plan the footprint of your house to make use of south-facing sun exposure in order to collect the most energy through solar panels or geother-mal heating.

"Think about how to situate your house so you're not only taking advantage of great views, but of the sun as well," Mr. Swan advised.

On the flip side, hot summer months can create a sticky in-door atmosphere, so consider ex-tending the overhang of your roof to provide more shade and natu-rally cool the house. Take advan-tage of cool early mornings and swing the windows open wide, Mr. Swan added, which cools the

home, especially if heat and cold absorbing surfaces like concrete are used as flooring material.

If you aren't building a new house, there are still plenty of things you can do to make your home more energy clean. Check for leaky pipes or drippy faucets that waste water, replace energy-sucking lightbulbs with efficient ones, and check with your local municipality for cash-back in-centives for switching to energy-savvy toilets and systems.

"A lot of what we do in build-ings is because we've always done it that way," Mr. Swan said. "Although it may cost a little more initially to build a sustainable home, I think it's returned imme-diately in the home's resale value, and if you stay in it long enough, it will more than pay for itself in terms of the operating costs."

This smart home in Invermere uses what the homeowner calls a 'solar coffin' (top left), which collects heat through the glass and painted black interior, and pumps it underneath the house to heat the floors. The house also has a roof made of recycled tires (top right), barrels to collect rainwater to use in the garden (bottom right), and an abundance of lettuce, thanks to a greenhouse in the middle of the house.

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Deciding to build a new home, or take on a renovation of any size, can be an intimidating prospect. There are so many details to think about, and with busy family schedules there isn’t always time to oversee the project in person.

A good contractor can make all the difference in the world, and having a fresh perspective can be an invaluable asset to whatever building project you have planned.

Highmark Builders helps residents of the Columbia Valley realize their build-ing dreams, from regular to unique renovations to complete new builds. Highmark has the experience and man-power to complete projects on sched-ule and on budget.

Highmark’s President, Kris Holmberg, has 10 years of experience in the con-struction industry. Kris has lived all over

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Kris has made his home in Invermere since 2005. When he fi rst arrived, he fell in love with the area immediately, and decided to stay.

He also noticed a need in the area for skilled contractors who can take on a variety of projects, so he started High-mark Builders and hasn’t looked back.

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Water is the lifeblood of our planet. It is a necessity, but it can also be used

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Imagine a softly trickling stream with chirping birds bathing in the shallows. Now imagine the same stream weaving its way through your back or front yard.

With the proper research and materials, such a serene scene is within reach for any-one, even if you don't live near a natural wa-ter feature.

In the Columbia Valley, there is an even split between residential and commercial water feature installations, local landscaper Rick Ferrier said. Businesses looking for an added feature at the front of their building are turning to waterfall features, while hom-eowners are investing in the chance to have a swimming pond and beach for their chil-dren, or a relaxing stream.

"In the Columbia Valley, using natural ma-terials like gnarled logs, rocks, and native plants, gives the water feature a real natural

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Maintaining a water feature sounds like a lot of work, but one properly-planned and solidly built should virtually maintain itself, Rick said. Periodically adding benefi cial bacteria and barley pallets to minimize al-gae, and removing water pumps in the fall should be the only necessary upkeep.

For the keen do-it-yourself crowd, Rick rec-ommends having clear expectations of what the project will cost and hiring a professional to at least help plan the water feature. Have a professional consultation will help avoid mis-haps while building the landscape focal points, which can cost between $6,000-$60,000 or more, depending on the scope of the project.

Another important consideration to keep in mind when planning a water feature is its orientation and placement. If you want to enjoy the sound of the water, make sure it's not placed too far away from the house, and if children will be playing in the water, be certain it is within clear sightlines of the house and deck area. In the end, thorough planning will completely pay off, Rick said.

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Check your home insurance policy and have a friend, neighbour or secu-rity company check on your property to keep your home insurance valid.

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Have someone check the interior of your property periodically, to make sure the furnace is working properly and there are no issues that demand immediate attention, like water damage.

Close curtains but leave some open slightly. Make sure all valuable items, including TVs, stereos, computers and even liquor are out of sight through all doors and windows.

Use automatic timers, preferably at random intervals for your outdoor and indoor lights, radios and TVs to make it look and sound like someone is around.

For insurance purposes, in the event that your home or business is burglar-ized, take digital pictures of your per-sonal property (TVs, stereos, comput-ers, etc.) including all serial numbers. Store the images on a CD or memory stick somewhere safe, or have copies stored in various locations.

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Below, mother and daughter green team Lin and Glenda Steedman of the Winder-berry Nursery in Windermere share a few handy tips about growing locally.

One of the most important factors that will determine the success or failure of your garden is the quality of soil you are plant-ing in. Make sure your soil is nutrient-rich, and your plants will have more disease re-sistance, develop good root systems, and reward you with lush and healthy growth. You can add nutrients to soil by mixing in compost, manures, and peat moss.

Because our area has a growing season of between 90 to 100 frost-free days, it is important to choose plants that perform and meet your expectations during this time. This is especially important when choosing some of the vegetable and seed varieties.

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Plant hardiness is determined by 'Zone'. In the Columbia Valley, we can grow all Zone 3 and below plants, most Zone 4 plants, and there are even a few Zone 5 plants that can thrive here if planted in the right spot. Ask at your local greenhouse about the zone system.

When designing your garden, you need to know what sunlight exposure the par-ticular spot has. There are plants that will grow much better in a full sun area than in a shade area, and vice versa. Generally speaking, if you have a spot that only gets sun in the afternoon, it's still considered full sun.

When planning what will bloom when, plan by season. With a little legwork, you can create a garden with plants that have blooms during spring, summer, and fall. It's even possible to plan a little pop of co-lour or texture in your garden during the winter months with shrubs that have ber-ries or colourful bark.

When planting early fl owering spring bulbs like crocuses, tulips, and daffodils, remember that these need to be planted during the previous autumn.

Although a completely maintenance-free garden doesn't really exist, there are a few ways to reduce the amount of upkeep, which is especially helpful for second ho-meowners in the Columbia Valley. Choose more drought-tolerant plant materials that reduce or eliminate the need for consistent watering. Also, consider mulching your garden. Mulching reduces weeds, provides a nice textural look, and keeps more mois-ture in the ground, which means you won't need to water as often.

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SPRING CLEARANCE SAVE UP TO $36,000!

Contact Scott Sauermann at250.342.5889 or 1.877.733.7932schickedanzwest.com

Gazing up at the Canadian Rockies from a quiet location in one of North America’s premier resort destinations, the alpine-styled townhomes and luxury bungalow villas of Borrego Ridge are an outdoor enthusiast’s dream come true. For a limited time, Schickedanz West – a builder of high-quality homes since 1951 – is offering enticing price reductions on the few new homes still available in this intimate neighbourhood. Enjoy glorious maintenance freedom with low monthly strata fees, full 2-5-10 year coverage under the National Home Warranty program…and the Columbia Valley retreat you’ve always talked about!

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New THREE-BEDROOM Townhomes

UNIT 17 ...... $325,900 ....... $289,900UNIT 25 ...... $316,900 ....... $286,900UNIT 26 ...... $299,900 ....... $269,900UNIT 27 ...... $325,900 ....... $289,900

New WALK-OUT Bungalow Villas

UNIT 13 ...... $369,900 ....... $339,900UNIT 21 ...... $345,900 ....... $319,900UNIT 23 ...... $329,900 ....... $299,900

Applied Communications DKT# 11290 FINAL SIZE: 10.25”(w) x 5.75”(h) PRINTS: 4/0 (CMYK)CLIENT: Schickedanz DESCRIPTION: Pioneer SENT: Feb 14, 2011PROJECT: Spring Clearance PROOF: 1 NATIVE FILES: InDesign CS

T a Time

With the spectacular views the Columbia

Valley provides home-owners, it makes sense to

enjoy a perfectly steeped cup of tea right on your own front

porch. There are plenty of delicious, local options to choose from. Try a

scone with blueberry jam, brew some organic loose-

leaf tea in a handcrafted pot, and kick back to enjoy.

Homemade blueberry jam from Saunder's Family Farm,

Windermere.

DELUXEiced tea

On a hot summer's day, steep your own batch of iced tea at home for a cool, frosty treat. For an upscale version of classic iced tea, try this refreshing cranberry-raspberry creation with a slight hint of mint. The bright colour looks great in a glass pitcher.

4 tea bags of your choice4 cups boiling water1 thawed can cranberry-raspberry juice4 cups cold water4 cups cold waterSugar, sweetener, or sugar syrup to tasteFresh mint leaves

Place the tea bags in a pot and add the boiling water. Cover, and steep for fi ve full minutes. Re-move the tea bags. Cover and refrigerate for sev-eral hours. When ready to serve, combine the thawed juice and 4 cups cold water in a pitcher. Add tea and stir. Sweeten to taste. Serve over ice with fresh mint leaves for added fl avour.

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Avoid costly repairsA well-maintained septic system should be pumped every 2-3 years

• Complete sewer/drain repair• Reasonable rates - Seniors’ discount

• Speedy service - 7 days a week

Sewer/Drain CleaningSeptic Tank Pumping

Portable Toilet [email protected]

[email protected] · www.designcents.ca

April Trapp DesignerNew construction and Renovations consultant

Residential, Resort, Commercial

Ph: 250.341.5649

• GreenTechnologies• HomeTheatre• WholeHome

Audio&Video• LightingControl• Temperature

Control• RemoteControl

ofyourHome• Renovationsor

NewConstruction

Loweryourcarbonfootprintandsimplifyyourentertainmentsystemswithanintegratedhomefromthe

valley’stechnologyexperts.

Phone 250-345-0349Mobile (250)270-0689Email [email protected]

• Renovations Inside & Out• Custom Decks

• Design & Build • Finish Carpentry

• Doors & Window Replacement Experts

[email protected] 250.341.5900

Bernie Veldboom • Invermere, BC

Fieldtree Homes Inc.

1710 10th Avenue – Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

Scott Postlethwaite Residential, Commercial

Electric Furnace and Hot Water Tank Repair and Service

For All Your Electrical Needs

[email protected]

CVCC Contractor/ Trade Builder of the Year

2008

Cell: (250) 342-1078Tel/Fax: (250) 342-7076

E-mail: [email protected]

401 Westridge ViewInvermere BC V0A 1K4

JEFF BALTRUSLicensed Residential Builder / Renovator

DESIGN & BUILD SERVICE

Ph: 250-342-1145 Email: [email protected]

Quality New Construction & Renovations Locally Owned & Operated Since 1991

Custom Home Building & General Contracting

Mike Cope Journeyman Carpenters 250.342.1024

Mike Cope Journeyman Carpenters 250.342.1024

• Millwork• Cabinets• Stairs

• CustomFraming• HandCutDovetails

Living Spaces Redesign One Day • Your Stuff • Our Styling

Reduce, Reuse, Redesign“Havens for Healing” - Create a comfortable &

harmonious room to focus on wellness and recovery.

Call Wendy at (250) 345-6528 or Toll Free: 1-877-949-3999 • email: [email protected]

EACH OFFICE INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

Paul GlassfordSales Consultant

Invermere, Windermere, Panorama,Fairmont and Radium Hot Springs

SIMES PAINTING

31 - 4775 Woodlane West Windermere, BC, V0B 2L2

Interior & Exterior

New & Existing homes • Interior Design

SIMES PAINT

31 - 4775 Woodlane West Windermere, BC, V0B

New & Existing homes • Inte

31 - 4775 Woodlane West Windermere, BC, V0B

New & Existing homes • Inte

Phone: 250-342-0572 | Cell: 250-270-0331

• Antique Furniture Refinishing •

• Fine Finishing Woodwork •

• Stain and/or Clearcoat Laquers •

“Serving the Columbia Valley”

250-342-1355 After Hours Call: 250-342-3830

Email: [email protected]

• Furnaces • Fireplaces• Heat Pumps

• Full Heating and Ventilation SystemsCall for your FREE consultation and estimate

Home Services

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Elk Park Ranch

Contact Scott Sauermann

Area Sales Manager

Starting From: $449,900

1-877-347-6838 OR [email protected]

schickedanzwest.com or elkparkranch.com

Brand new quality custom homes by Schickedanz West.

1,363 Sq Ft Main Floor Bungalow Walkouts With Amazing Views

Including Lot

Real Estate Listings

Asking: $699,000

#12, 6800 Columbia Lake Rd.3 bedroom plus loft home is beautifully finished with vaulted ceilings, floor to ceiling windows, hardwood flooring, alder cabinetry with granite counter tops and double-sided wood burning fireplace. Geothermal heating and AC. Stunning lake views, private beach, the only waterfront Lakehouse in the valley, a community hall, tennis court and more.

QUIET LIVING ON COLUMBIA LAKE

Contact Dave Rae Columere Park Developments Ltd.

1-877-349-7575 OR [email protected]

Turf ‘n’ Timber• Underground Irrigation: Installation,

Service & Maintenance, Upgrades and efficiency evaluations

• Ponds & Pondless Waterfalls• Landscaping• Retaining Walls• Paving Stone

Fully Insured\250-342-1301

classicmouldings.ca315 – 41st Avenue N.E., Calgary, Alberta T2E 2N4

Phone: 403-230-3961 •Fax: 403-230-3969Toll Free: 1-800-663-3969 • [email protected]

Professional Disc Jockey Services

Over 200 weddings with 12 years experience

Weddings + Corporate + Private PartiesEquipment Sales + Rentals

(250) 342-5276 • [email protected]

Home Services

Quality WorkHauling of Sand, Gravel, Top Soil and Drain Rock

Excavating Bobcat, Hoe, Mini Hoe

Landscaping, Sprinkler Systems, Post Holes

Daren Noble250-341-5886250-349-5882 Serving the entire Valley

N E W S P A P E R

� e valley’s only locally owned, locally operated newspaper

Phone: (250) 341-6299 • Fax: (250) 341-6229 • Email: [email protected]

• Duct Tape• Flashlight• Hammer• Pry bar• Vise grips• Needle-nose

pliers• Screwdrivers

(mixed set• Wire cutter/

stripper• Tape measure

(16-foot)• Electrical

tester• Reversible

drill with bit set

• 1/2-inch steel chisel

• Utility knife• Handsaw

• 9-inch torpedo level

Your Top 15MUST HAVE

Household Tools

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Something oldSomething oldrenewedAn historic Wilmer cabin that was used as a gold trading offi ce during

the 1800s is given new life with a spectacular renovation and addition. The original cabin (pictured, at left of main photo and below right) has been enhanced by the new addition (pictured, at right of main photo).

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The charming hamlet of Wilmer, origi-nally known as Peterborough, was

one of the fi rst communities settled in the Columbia Valley. The fi rst structure built on the beautiful Peterborough plateau was a compound dovetail log building, which has recently been restored and added to.

Built in 1886 by the Federal Government of Canada, the building was the Assay Of-fi ce for miners in the Purcell Range. Sig-nifi cant amounts of silver, lead, zinc and smaller amounts of gold were assayed on the premises.

The upper fl oor was eventually turned into a gaming hall with stairs running up the back wall. Poker chips and tattered playing cards found under the fl oorboards remain part of the owner’s historic family collec-tion.

In 1948, Harry Peterson purchased the cabin. He lived there until his death in 1980 and it remains in his family to this day. The current owner, Kathryn Petrunia, is Harry’s great-niece, and has been visit-ing the Columbia Valley her entire life. The family’s dream was to restore the cabin and build an addition to the 20 by 24 foot struc-ture, preserving memories and making a welcoming home for generations to come.

The original cabin foundation was sim-ple log-on-ground. A tongue-in-groove fi r

Photo by Kelsey Verboom

fl oor fl oated inside, resting on the support logs. Kathryn, her husband and their three sons started the restoration process in 1989 by raising the cabin 14 inches and replac-ing the bottom logs.

Exterior chinking was redone to protect the cabin, interior dividing walls creating three rooms were removed and a hundred years of dust cleaned up.

In the 1960s, the movie Old Hacksaw was being fi lmed in the valley and the cabin was chosen to be featured. Some well-meaning neighbours "spruced up" the building and the exterior logs were stained a dark, rusty brown. A lot of elbow grease went into removing this paint and stain.

In 2007, the supporting posts were re-placed with a concrete foundation to pro-vide a stable base. A row of new, hand-hewn logs and a balloon-framed fl oor raised the ceiling height to nine feet.

Conceptual plans came together for the addition during 2008. Max Perrin and Jes-sie Blakley of Perrin Structure & Design Inc. were chosen to provide services for the fi nal design, construction, restoration and integration of the cabin.

Working with historical buildings re-quires a different protocol. There are no rules; or there are many, depending on your perspective. Every imperfect piece of the puzzle needs to be considered, as the

project must comply with current building codes and fl ow seamlessly from old to new.

The original cabin had low ceilings, dark fl oors, small doors, and windows ambered by time. The old glass was replaced with new windows, decreasing heat loss and maximizing indoor light. The logs were sand-blasted, sanded and polished, restor-ing them to nearly new condition. Chink-ing, cement mixed with horse hair, was re-placed with a modern day substitute.

To improve energy effi ciency, the news-paper insulation from the original second- level roof was replaced with fi breglass. The original trusses were reinforced with new hand-cut trusses and collar ties to ensure stability and create a level base for drywall.

The fi nal touch to combine the two structures was the removal of most of the adjoining log wall. Now open, the cabin fl ows seamlessly into the new addition, creating a bright and inviting living room that is a tribute to the history stored in its walls. The carefully-planned project honours this little log cabin, hand-built 125 years ago.

By Jessie Blakley & Kathryn Petrunia

Publishers Message

Bighorn Meadows F/P

1-888-766-9637 • [email protected]

Bighorn Meadows Resort is located along the Springs Golf Course, in the mountain playground known as the Columbia Valley. Flexible ownership options allow you to own as much time as you need in your home away from home. Call today to book a Discovery Tour!

• Premier Rocky Mountain Resort with 1, 2 & 3 bedroom residences• Central to 15 golf courses and 7 ski hills• 1/17, 1/8 and 1/4 ownership

www.bighornmeadows.ca

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