CALGARY LIVING REDEFINED

Life has changed, and the home with multiple storeys just isn't being used the way it once was. Above all that, you have more bedrooms than you care to clean and more stairs then you care to climb. "LET'S BUY A BUNGALOW!' You announce one evening. Bungalows are an increasingly desired form of ownership for those looking to downsize or simplify their lives, but buying a bungalow is not always a less expensive alternative or an easy one at that. First let's clarify the type of bungalows available in Calgary today. 1.TRADITIONAL BUNGALOW: Predominantly built between the 1950's and 1980's. Typically quite modest, with 3 bedrooms up and one bathroom on the main level under 1200 sq.ft with a basement laundry and detached garage. In their original layout, these homes will require some updating to meet today's lifestyle. 2. MODERN BUNGALOW: Styles have been evolving over the last 25 years but ideally are over 1300 sq ft., they feature no more