Our first backyard suite project in Collingwood was quite unique. Situated on a pie lot where the alley was at least 12 feet above the ground level of the main house, this design presented an immense opportunity to create something really special. Our client wanted to create a secondary income-generating suite; therefore, the design was made for complete separation from the house, with the two garage stalls dedicated to the primary residence and an exterior gravel parking pad for the suite above. Inside the garage, the homeowner installed a dog wash station, two central drains, and 12-foot-high ceilings to accommodate hydraulic lifts at some point in the future. After the suite was largely complete, our client began implementing a beautiful landscape design featuring tiered rock walls that create an incredibly stunning backyard.

Walking into the suite, you notice the high ceilings and the rounded stairway that leads up to the main living area. To your right is a low-ceiling dining room, and to the left, your main living room and kitchen area with vaulted ceilings. To your front is access to the spacious balcony that wraps around the top part of the suite. Two skylights in the kitchen provide ample natural light, and a third in the bathroom. The vaulted ceiling opens up the space, and is also included throughout the suite in the bedroom and den. With ample windows, this suite is a dream come true for renters looking to enjoy an inner city lifestyle in a new construction and stand-alone structure.

If you’re thinking about building a backyard suite in Collingwood, we’d be happy to evaluate your lot online and let you know what’s possible. We handle the design, permitting, and construction process for you, making these projects stress-free for our clients!

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Westgate is a sought-after southwest inner-city community known for its proximity to the downtown business core, ample in-neighbourhood schools, and abundance of nearby amenities. The area is no stranger to backyard suites, with several projects completed or underway across the neighbourhood. This project is our second in Westgate and we’re sure there will be more to come, a result of the neighbourhood’s large lots and backyard poles that provide easy power connections and help keep costs down for homeowners.

Collingwood is a well-established northwest Calgary neighbourhood known for its expansive lots, varying elevations, and convenient access to schools and amenities. The community features rear-lane power poles because of its early establishment, allowing homeowners to avoid the costly underground service connections associated with backyard suite builds. Overall, the community in general is an ideal place for carriage house construction.

Collingwood residents have convenient access to several amenities within a short drive, such as Northhill Mall, Northland Mall, Brentwood Station, Nose Hill Park, the University District, and the University of Calgary.

Want to know more about the potential of your Collingwood property for a garage suite? Contact us anytime, and we’ll be happy to take a look!