http://QualicoSite.com Qualico News Articles (c) Qualico. All rights reserved. 5 An appealing combination of old-fashioned neighbourhood charm and the comfort and elegance of a new home has taken shape in Evanston, a quickly growing Qualico community in northwest Calgary. With two distinctive areas - The Arrival and Symon’s Corner along with a lengthy list of amenities, parks, and conveniences, marketing manager Lori Masse says the neighbourhood is a coveted one.

"We have two very distinctive and flavourful phases," she says. "Symon’s Corner is basically your first-time or first-move-up buyer, and The Arrival is a secondtime move-up area with attached front drive garages."

However, architectural detailing reminiscent of days gone by creates a whimsical nature in the inviting community.

Laned homes boast expansive front verandas, character-style detailing and oversized windows in Craftsman, Foursquare and Colonial styles.

Down the street, attachedgarage homes are vibrant in saturated hues of red, brown and blue, and boast full verandas and front columns, also in the Craftsman, Foursquare and Colonial styles.

"It’s a neighbourly neighbourhood," Masse says. "We’ve tried to tie in front porches, and parks and areas where people can meet the atmosphere is almost like Pleasantville."

"People love living there and take pride in their community." That pride is due in no small part to the respected builders in the area.

Jayman MasterBuilt, Sterling Homes, NuVista Homes, Broadview Homes and Pacesetter Homes each offer their own take on family living, resulting in diverse and eyecatching streetscapes.

"The appeal of Evanston’s location is also that it’s within minutes of all major traffic arteries," Masse adds. "You can get onto Deerfoot Tr., Country Hills Blvd., or any other major roadway quickly and easily, and there are also lots of amenities that are now built."

From groceries to restaurants, movies and schools, there’s something for every member of the family.

"It’s got a wonderful location, timeless architecture and the overall aesthetic appeal," Masse says. "It’s neighbourly, it’s friendly, it has a very good atmosphere with a variety of products, there are plenty of parks and greenspace, and it’ll even have its own commercial component and multifamily area.

"It’s truly a well-rounded and sustainable community." 19th Jan 2008 - Calgary Sun: Homes http://qualicocommunities.com/news/article-details.aspx?articleId=article1