Hopewell's Grada Show Home Illuminates Rangeview with Light-Filled Design
In the heart of Rangeview, a new award-winning community in southeast Calgary, Hopewell Residential has unveiled the Grada show home—a 2,146-square-foot, front-drive, single-family model that redefines modern living with its emphasis on natural light and spaciousness. This five-bedroom home, currently on display, stands out for its innovative approach to creating bright, open environments that enhance daily life.
A Great Room Bathed in Natural Light
Many homes struggle with dimly lit great rooms and dining areas that rely heavily on artificial lighting, leading to a flat and enclosed feel over time. The Grada directly addresses this issue with a soaring open-to-above great room filled with generously sized windows. This design not only floods the space with daylight but also creates a stronger sense of openness, making the busiest parts of the home feel larger, warmer, and more inviting.
The vertical volume introduced by tall ceilings is crucial here, as it promotes feelings of openness, relief, and creativity. Practically, this means less reliance on overhead lighting throughout the day, reducing energy use while enhancing comfort. The great room also features a black-framed, rectangle-shaped fireplace surrounded by tile that extends to the ceiling, adding visual interest and easily enjoyed from the adjacent dining area thanks to the open-concept layout.
Thoughtful Kitchen and Living Spaces
In the L-shaped kitchen, a large island with a sink and seating for three serves as a dual-purpose surface—half work zone and half informal dining area. Appliance placement supports collaborative meal preparation, with the fridge positioned on the far right wall to reduce congestion in the main cooking zone. This allows multiple family members to work together without bumping elbows, fostering a team-oriented approach to cooking.
Storage is handled efficiently, with upper cabinets extending to the ceiling bulkhead to eliminate dust-collecting gaps. Beyond the kitchen, a spacious butler’s pantry accessed through an elegant arched entryway provides additional storage. The home also includes a flex room near the foyer, ideal for use as a home office, tucked away from the main floor’s active areas to support remote work.
Bedrooms and Bathrooms Designed for Comfort
The Grada features three bedrooms on the second storey and two more in the developed basement. The primary bedroom, located at the back of the top level, includes a walk-in closet accessed from within its ensuite. The ensuite boasts a built-in rectangular bathtub with a tiled surround and a fully enclosed glass shower with tiled walls, offering a luxurious retreat.
Two secondary bedrooms at the front of the top level each come with walk-in closets, supporting long-term storage needs as children grow. A secondary bathroom near these bedrooms includes a double-sink vanity, streamlining busy school day mornings for families. The community itself is designed with amenities like community gardens, orchards, and a green house, enhancing the sustainable and family-friendly atmosphere.
Overall, the Grada show home by Hopewell Residential exemplifies how thoughtful design can transform living spaces into bright, functional, and welcoming environments, making it a standout model in Calgary’s real estate market.
