So strong is the pull of the Genesis VIII that people stop by to see what the show home’s got that others don’t. “We’ve been selling this model for three years now. I think it's what people see in it, things they want replicated in their own houses,” says Chu.

Sized for a growing family, the home all of 2,231 square-feet. It’s roomy and bright, made even more so by the mirrored bi-pass on the foyer closet. Coming into the house, one is greeted by the nine-foot main-floor ceilings and hardwood floors that extend all the way from the foyer through to the kitchen and nook.

Double French doors open into the den, with the rich little details that make for interesting conversation. “A lot of people are surprised about the amount of detailing in this den. As you can see it’s got everything from crown mouldings, the knock-down ceiling, the wainscoting, even the cornices,” says Chu.

The great room of the Genesis VIII feels like a period piece, with it’s built in maple wall. “The wood finishing gives it a homier feel and nicely ties in with the tile on the fireplace,” says Chu.

But if there were one area people covet in the home, it would be the kitchen, with sleek stainless steel appliances and dark stained cabinets. “We’re custom builders. So anything that people want, we will try to accommodate,” says Chu. The custom-fitted kitchen has all the bells and whistles one could hope for—lots of cabinet space to store everything from glassware to china, an island bar with overhead pendant lights, and a friendly walk-in pantry beside the fridge. “We’ve raised our cabinets all the way up to the ceiling which gives homebuyers more storage space,” says Chu.

There is a good-sized nook beside the kitchen, which easily takes in morning light through large double-pane windows overlooking it. “It’s a great area for when you have guests over. They can walk from the kitchen into the large wood deck,” says Chu.

All tucked away just off the kitchen is the mudroom/laundry area and private powder room. The mudroom has a deacon’s bench with a coat hook above it. Groceries can be hauled directly from the garage right into the kitchen.

The maple railing of the stairs leading up to the second floor gives the home character. “The use of woods in this house makes it more dramatic,” says Chu. The stairs define the spaces that separate the bonus room from the bedrooms, and the heavy carpet underneath acts as a noise barrier.

There is a staggering amount of detail in the finishing, from archways for doors to feature ledges and niches that provide a decorative touch. The bonus room, with its double-vaulted ceiling and built-in window seat is a good place to chill out or read the morning papers. “You can even add drawers beneath the window seats,” says Chu. Here you’ll find a built-in entertainment cabinet for a TV, plus video equipment. Meanwhile, younger members of the family can watch a flick while parents entertain downstairs.

The bedrooms are up another flight of stairs. The master bedroom is a good retreat with large window lending views of the hills, plus ample closet space for two.

The skylight in the ensuite brings in natural light. A private loo off to one side boasts a well-placed ledge and a window inside.

The second level also offers two other generous bedrooms with a full bathroom separating slumber spaces. The second bedroom has a built in desktop that can be used as a study area or as a computer desk.

With all the features inked into the Genesis VIII, it’s not surprising the home’s been a hit with buyers. “This is a very family-oriented home, but its also very upper-scale at the same time,” says Chu. The Genesis VIII home is priced in the high $500,000s. For more information, visit http://www.cedarglenhomes.com NL