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Calgary Herald
01-08-2025
- Business
- Calgary Herald
Park Place offers plenty of nature, a great floor plan and vibrant amenities
When it comes to creating lively epicentres of connection with family and friends, a thoughtful floor plan with fabulous spaces for entertaining and a well-designed kitchen are key elements, especially in homes with pared down square footages. Article content For home buyer Chris Isaak, who loves to entertain, a floor plan that worked for his family dynamic — his younger sister lives with him as does his beloved fur baby, Ruby — and for his active social life — he enjoys cooking for friends and family — was top-of-mind. He also wanted to live in a connected, active, walkable and very social community. He found everything that he was looking for at Park Place in Mahogany, a collection of 100 townhomes designed and built by the multi-award-winning team at Jayman Built. Article content Article content Article content 'I really have everything that I could possibly want in a standalone single-family home in my new townhome,' says Isaak. 'Plus, the community of Mahogany is second to none. It has downtown vibrancy when you want it, but in the evenings it's quiet and calm and serene.' Article content Article content Isaak purchased the Malbec townhome model, one of 10 floor plans offered at Park Place. The three-storey 1,717-square-foot townhome backs directly onto Central Green, a 13-acre park and features a double-car garage with a lower flex room, a separate dining room space on the main level and on the upper floor, a large primary bedroom with a five-piece ensuite and two secondary bedrooms. Article content The Park Place collection of townhomes features models named after wine varietals with floor plans ranging from 1,380 to 1,742 sq. ft. with attached double, tandem or single-car garages. Each townhome features Jayman's Core Performance, including six solar panels per home, smart home technology solutions, tankless hot water heater, triple pane windows, an electric vehicle charging outlet, and air conditioning. Article content Article content Spurred on by a medical diagnosis (Isaak was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis two years ago), the former paramedic now turned financial executive, began looking for his first home 18 months ago, and toured close to 14 show homes, all in the southeast quadrant. Article content 'I was renting a condo on the sixth floor in Britannia and the diagnosis really put a lot of things in perspective. I really wanted to start securing my future, and I was essentially lighting my money on fire every month with the rental. I wanted to own property,' he says. Article content He knew that he wanted to purchase a townhome, either in the community of Mahogany or close by. Article content 'Even before I was thinking of buying property, my coworkers and I would hang out at Chairman's Steakhouse or Diner Deluxe. The energy in Mahogany is phenomenal. We'd ride our motorbikes out here to watch the game. It's really becoming a secondary downtown.' Article content The walkability and the lake were also huge draws for Isaak, who is very active and loves to paddleboard. Article content As for builders, he only looked at Jayman Built homes. Article content 'They do a really good job of what they do and I was really impressed by the work that they do with the MS Society,' says Isaak. Jayman Built has partnered with the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada to support MS research and programs. They are the title sponsor of the Jayman Built MS Walk, a fundraising event that raises more than $2.3 million annually. Article content When Isaak set eyes on the Malbec show home, he knew it was for him. Article content 'I basically copied and pasted all of the finishes from the show home into my new home and added a few tweaks to make it my own,' he says. He added a dry bar with a beverage centre on the main floor adjacent to the kitchen, increased the size of the kitchen island by 16 inches and added pops of drama with black pendant lighting and a black sink. Article content Article content 'My favourite room is the kitchen. We've already has lots of people over,' he says. Article content Isaak also changed up the upstairs floor plan converting the primary and two secondary bedroom configuration to two primary bedrooms, both with a five-piece ensuite. Article content Big windows and an open-concept create a bright and sunny living environment. Article content 'I don't have the lights on ever. The south side of the house faces the park, so no obstructions. I was nervous about the light because this is a middle townhome, but it is so bright. On the north side of the home, the sun cuts through,' he says. Article content His dog, Ruby, loves all of the green space. Isaak's home backs onto Central Park, a 13-acre park with tennis courts, pickleball community gardens and an amphitheatre. Mahogany Lake is a three-minute walk from the doorstep. Article content 'Now, I can just open my door and go for a walk around the lake with her. She's already made friends and the dog park is close, too — a five-minute walk away.' Article content Article content 'Park Place really encompasses all of the benefits of maintenance-free, resort-style living with the best views in Mahogany,' says Jordan D'Haese, sales manager for Jayman Built. Article content Isaak moved into his new home at the end of May and is excited to get out paddleboarding. Article content 'My boards are set and ready to go. I used to go out to Canmore to paddleboard. Now I don't have to worry about the hour drive and the cost of gas — I can carry my paddleboard half a block to the lake and launch and go for a lap around the lake in the morning before I head off to work. I don't plan on any vacations this summer. This is my vacation,' he says with a laugh. Article content BUILDER/DEVELOPER: Jayman Built. Article content COMMUNITY: Mahogany by Hopewell Residential. Article content HOME MODEL: The Malbec, a three-storey townhome that backs directly onto Central Green, and features a double-car garage with a lower flex room, a separate dining room space on the main level and on the upper floor, a large primary bedroom with a five-piece ensuite and two secondary bedrooms. Article content
CBC
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CBC
Jann Arden on the last album she fell in love with and more
Canadian singer-songwriter Jann Arden shares what she's been loving lately, from the last album she fell in love with, to the last TV show she binged. Earlier this year, Arden released her 16th studio album, Mixtape, featuring covers of some of her favourite '90s pop songs by Seal, TLC, Chris Isaak and more.
ABC News
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- ABC News
Marlon Williams guest programs rage
Singer-songwriter, actor, and absolute delight, Marlon Williams is guest programming rage this weekend. It's been 10 years since the Aotearoa artist released his debut self-titled solo album which landed him on the Australian ARIA and New Zealand album charts. Since then, Williams has been busy touring, scoring acting gigs in movies and TV shows like A Star Is Born , True History of the Kelly Gang , and Lone Wolf , earning top nods at the APRA, Aotearoa, and New Zealand music awards, and, of course, releasing more records – most recently his fourth studio album, Te Whare Tīwekaweka. Released earlier this year, the stunning record is sung entirely in te reo Māori as part of his journey to reconnect with his ancestral tongue, family, friends, and hometown of Lyttelton. And now, Marlon Williams is sharing some of that journey with us as he jumps on the red couch for his first full length rage hosting and lines up music videos that have shaped his life and a sample of what's in store: CHRIS ISAAK - Baby Did A Bad Bad Thing PATEA MAORI CLUB - Poi E WAXAHATCHEE & MJ LENDERMAN - Right Back To It LAURA JEAN - Touchstone THE BATS - Loline So join Marlon Williams as he guest programs rage this Saturday July 19 from 10:30am and 11:31pm on ABC TV.
Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Chris Isaak, Dustin Lynch and more: 5 shows to see in the Coachella Valley this weekend
Looking for some live entertainment this weekend? Here are my picks for the latest can't-miss live performances in the Coachella Valley and surrounding communities. Renowned for his blend of rockabilly and cinematic pop, Chris Isaak is best known for his songs such as "Wicked Game" and "Baby Did A Bad Bad Thing." He's also an actor and had roles in films such as "Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me," "Little Buddha," "The Silence of the Lambs," "That Thing You Do!" and more. This year marks the 40th anniversary of his 1985 debut album, "Silvertone," so come check out Isaak's haunting signature sound combined with dry humor that has long entertained his devoted fans (as well as a new generation that has discovered "Twin Peaks" or heard "Wicked Game"). Isaak will perform on Saturday at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa. If you go: 8 p.m. Saturday, Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. Tickets $59.95 to $109.95. Country: The "Small Town Boy" Dustin Lynch has become a prominent name in country music since his 2012 debut, and he's known for being as energetic on festival stages as he is at arenas or intimate venues. See for yourself when he performs on Friday at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino. In 2023, Lynch released his sixth album, "Killed The Cowboy," which had the same catchy hooks but featured more contemplative themes on heartbreak. The single "Chevrolet" featured Jelly Roll and reached No. 50 on Billboard's Hot 100 chart. If you go: 8 p.m. Friday, Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. Tickets $72 to $133. Rock: John Garcia is best known as the voice of Kyuss, the pioneering Palm Desert band that defined the genre of "desert rock" during the early '90s. After breaking up in 1995, Garcia continued to front new projects such as Slo Burn, Unida and Hermano and then as a solo artist while working a full-time as a veterinary technician at the Palm Springs Animal Hospital. On Saturday, Garcia will perform at Pappy and Harriet's with local bands Empty Seat and Whitewater. If you go: 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Pappy and Harriet's, 53-688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown. Tickets $42.74. Interview: John Garcia uplifts local bands, weighs in on Kyuss reunion talk ahead of Pioneertown show Disco: Get ready to celebrate '70s extravagance on Saturday at Mojave Gold during Gimme Gimme Disco, a DJ-based dance party featuring the music of ABBA, The Bee Gees, Donna Summer, Cher and more. Don't be shy, because disco attire is highly encouraged at this boogie night. Think jumpsuits, flared pants, sequined tops and dresses, platform shoes, hot pants and more. If you go: 8 p.m. Saturday, Mojave Gold, 56-193 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley. Tickets $23.70. More: New Yucca Valley restaurant/venue Mojave Gold mixes dining, music and '70s opulence Rap-rock: Local musician Mike Lavish is making his return to the live stage after a two-year break with an EP release show on Saturday at Little Street Music Hall. Lavish is known for mixing rap with a heavy rock sound. Gear, Bug-Stomp and Jaelyn will also perform. If you go: 6 p.m. Saturday, Little Street Music Hall, 82-707 Miles Ave., Indio. Tickets $10 at the door. Brian Blueskye covers arts and entertainment for the Desert Sun. He can be reached at This article originally appeared on Palm Springs Desert Sun: Things to do in Palm Springs: 5 shows to see in the desert this week
Yahoo
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘90s Supermodel, 56, Shares What She Looks Like Now Without Makeup
'90s Supermodel, 56, Shares What She Looks Like Now Without Makeup originally appeared on Parade. Helena Christensen is showing fans what she looks like now—without makeup. The 56-year-old supermodel recently went makeup-free for a Vogue magazine social media video, in which the Danish beauty shared how and when she first fell in love with beauty the video, Christensen—who famously captivated viewers in Chris Isaak's 1990 'Wicked Game' video—can be seen with clips in her hair and not a stitch of makeup on her face. Along with Cindy Crawford and Naomi Campbell, Christensen is one of a handful of supermodels who dominated the catwalks in the 1990s and were known to fans simply by their first names. Fans loved seeing Christensen put her ageless, natural beauty on display, with many calling the video 'refreshing.'One fan wrote, 'She looks so good and she doesn't even have Botox,' while another noted, 'How refreshing to see a beautiful, natural woman… stunning.' 'Celebrate natural skin & no fillers,' another fan shared, while someone else asked, 'How is she still the most beautiful woman in the world?' We've been wondering the same thing. 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 '90s Supermodel, 56, Shares What She Looks Like Now Without Makeup first appeared on Parade on Jun 19, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 19, 2025, where it first appeared.
