Watercolour Stories

A view of Westport during the summer from on top of Mount Foley.

One Word to Describe Living in Westport: Relaxed

by Land Ark | Nov 11, 2022

Can we all say that about where we live? That we feel relaxed? Many of us, if we could, would live at the cottage year round and escape the urban hustle and bustle. Watercolour Westport seeks to make that a reality for homeowners: cottage country life, connected to nature and neighbour without giving up the internet speed you… Continue reading One Word to Describe Living in Westport: Relaxed

Mock up of the Benson Bungalow at Watercolour Westport.

A Virtual Tour, A Workshop, aaand more!

by Land Ark | Nov 8, 2022

Can’t join us for a model home tour in person? Now you can take a sneak peek on video! Watch here for a look at our new model home (but we still hope you’ll stop by for an in-person visit).  Book and In-Person Tour or View Phase 2 Christmas Wreath Making Workshop In partnership with Creative Gardens Floral in… Continue reading A Virtual Tour, A Workshop, aaand more!

A woman modifying the temperature in her home.

Moving Toward Energy Independence

by Land Ark | Oct 29, 2022

Canadians want to move towards energy independence – even at the household level. Energy independence isn’t something the average person has any influence on. But it isn’t far fetched to imagine your home operating without dependence on fossil fuels and using only clean energy. Innovation in every aspect of homebuilding science has advanced the dream… Continue reading Moving Toward Energy Independence

The Benson Bungalow at Watercolour Westport.

A Big New Reason to Stop In …

by Land Ark | Oct 13, 2022

New Model Home Tours Open this Weekend 🍂 Stop by this weekend to view our newly finished Benson Bungalow, now open for tours. You will be greeted by amazing fall colours; cottage country isn’t just beautiful in summer! You will also be greeted warmly by a member of our team – we hope to invite you… Continue reading A Big New Reason to Stop In …

A fall view of Westport from Foley mountain during the fall.

Smart Growth is Saving Rural Ontario

by Land Ark | Oct 13, 2022

Once you lose the cornerstone businesses, the downtown is done. It’s either slow, steady growth or you lose the heart of the town. That’s what a local business owner in downtown Westport told me the other day. He has experience living in a small town that relied on tourism revenue but didn’t do enough to… Continue reading Smart Growth is Saving Rural Ontario

An llustration of hand resucing another hand from water.

Home – It’s a Powerful Place

by Land Ark | Oct 6, 2022

Land Ark teams are working hard to help build the future of Westport as a thriving village and a great place to call home. We love building community and we hurt when others are hurting. One week ago hurricane Fiona made landfall in Canada and lives in the affected areas have been lost, property damaged… Continue reading Home – It’s a Powerful Place

Front rendering of the Cataraqui bungalow town at Watercolour Westport.

It’s a Great Time To Move Into a Bungalow

by Land Ark | Oct 6, 2022

The Frontenac Bungalow Town (End Units) The Cataraqui Bungalow Town (Interior Unit) Our new bungalow town homes are causing quite a stir! Hundreds of you have viewed our model floor plans and inquiries are coming in about the opportunities that lie ahead at Watercolour. But some of you are probably wondering, is now a good… Continue reading It’s a Great Time To Move Into a Bungalow

Postcard for a picnic on the beach event hosted by Watercolour Westport.

Community Connections at Picnic on the Beach

by Land Ark | Sep 16, 2022

Watercolour and the Westport Lions Club hosted 125 people at the Picnic on the Beach last Saturday. Good food and live music at a beautiful location… what a great way to spend a Saturday in September in Westport. The idea for the Picnic on the Beach came out of a desire to keep building community.… Continue reading Community Connections at Picnic on the Beach

A young couple lounging in their home.

How Often Do You Want Fresh Air In Your Home?

by Land Ark | Sep 15, 2022

How often would you like fresh air in your home? Most of us would say a resounding: all the time (and any of us who wouldn’t might just be worried that the fresh air comes at the expense of leaving a window open and letting cold or hot in!) We’ll keep this brief to let the video… Continue reading How Often Do You Want Fresh Air In Your Home?

Two feet running on a paved road.

Let’s Talk Wellness

by Land Ark | Sep 2, 2022

What are you doing about your wellness? Perhaps we should ask ourselves….when do you know you’re sick? Usually we present ourselves to a medical professional to help us when symptoms creep into our lives that are unpleasant or giving us a poor quality of life. Well, the symptoms of stress and disconnectedness are what inspired… Continue reading Let’s Talk Wellness

A postcard for a picnic on the beach at Westport.

Picnic on the Beach: September 10th, 2022

by Land Ark | Aug 25, 2022

Land Ark Homes is pleased to invite you to a Picnic on the Beach at Westport Sand Lake Beach on Saturday, September 10th from 11AM – 3PM. Enjoy a free lunch catered by the Westport Lion’s Club, live music from Eric Uren and Meg Balogh, and fun for all on the beach!

The view from inside a living room in a home at Watercolour Westport.

New Video Series: Net Zero Homes Made Simple

by Land Ark | Aug 24, 2022

A Net Zero Ready Home from Land Ark includes $200,000 of added value that other builders call upgrades. Download the price brakdown here. And we are still selling these homes at market rates. One of the most common questions we get is: What is a Net Zero Ready Home and why does it matter? The technical… Continue reading New Video Series: Net Zero Homes Made Simple