Vancouver Island Business Excellence Awards for 2011 name Alair Homes as finalist in Construction and Development category.  “We appreciate all those customers and suppliers that nominated Alair Homes for best in class building custom homes and small developments in Nanaimo and surrounding area” says David Babakaiff, construction manager at Alair Homes.  The expert and knowledgeable team at Alair continue to produce some of Nanaimo’s finest homes.

The Custom home market remains strong and Alair Homes has booked many new starts for 2011.  Savy homeowners are taking advantage of the lower labour costs to build, and Alair’s policy of transparent pricing has helped earn this contractor new business.  Award winning designs and construction brings new custom homes on the waterfront as well as estate type homes.

The Avant by Alair Homes is a beautifully built hillside custom home balances cutting-edge, contemporary style with raw natural beauty. Standing in the stunning great room, gazing through the windows at the trees beyond, one feels as though they’ve stepped through the doors of an exclusive mountain retreat. It’s a true testament to what quality craftsmanship, innovation and a clear vision can achieve.

Set amid mature Arbutus trees on a 0.8-hectare hillside lot in the picturesque Linley Valley area, the McDaniels’ stunning two-storey property boasts views of Mount Benson and ample privacy. “That’s what intrigued myself and my wife about the property,” says Blair. He and Allison, Alair’s lead designer, envisioned a commercial, modern look. The 362-square-metre home—currently on the market—features four bedrooms and a separate nanny suite, providing plenty of room for the McDaniels’ young son, guests and Great Dane, Apollo.

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