Stress-Free Living Away From the City | Episode 14
Have you ever experienced the feeling of all the stress and frustration leaving your body, like a huge exhale? That’s what residents of Watercolour feel every time they return home.In this episode, Peter and Linda talk about their experience of living in Watercolour. As some of the earliest residents, they’ve had a lot of time to get to know the community and the technology in their home. They talk about all of the ways they stay active and involved throughout the year, and how much they appreciate the approachability, integrity, and vision of Watercolour._____________________________Connect with Us! Learn more about us on our website: https://watercolourwestport.com/Book a tour: https://calendly.com/watercolour-westportFollow us on social media to stay connected: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watercolourwestport/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WatercolourWestportYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@landarkhomesThanks for listening—and welcome to the story of a community like no other.
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Like Seaside, Florida, but better! | Episode 13
It’s the things you can’t see in Watercolour homes that make them so exciting. At least, that’s the case for Dave, a military veteran with a background in technology and a familiarity with the construction industry.Many things influenced Dave’s decision to move to Watercolour, but the exciting technologies and forward-thinking building techniques were among the top deciding factors. High-speed internet, his appreciation for nature, and reduced commutes helped seal the deal. In this episode, Stephen and Wafa talk to Dave about what drew him to Watercolour and how he is connected to the town that inspired the community, Seaside, Florida._____________________________Connect with Us! Learn more about us on our website: https://watercolourwestport.com/Book a tour: https://calendly.com/watercolour-westportFollow us on social media to stay connected: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watercolourwestport/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WatercolourWestportYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@landarkhomesThanks for listening—and welcome to the story of a community like no other.
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What it Takes to Create a Net Zero Ready Community | Episode 12
When Stephen Rolston, founder and owner of Land Ark Homes, decided to get back into home building to create a new kind of community, he knew that he wanted to do things differently in all aspects of his business. The first person he called was Kevin Rankin, who now serves as Watercolour Westport’s General Manager.In this episode, Stephen and Wafa are joined by Kevin as they discuss the aspirations behind Land Ark Homes 2.0 and how they hope that their pioneering efforts in the area of Net Zero home building will pave the way for many more builders to create sustainable communities rather than continue to build obsolete housing. _____________________________Connect with Us! Learn more about us on our website: https://watercolourwestport.com/Book a tour: https://calendly.com/watercolour-westportFollow us on social media to stay connected: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watercolourwestport/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WatercolourWestportYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@landarkhomesThanks for listening—and welcome to the story of a community like no other.
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Land Planning Legacies: How Watercolour was Designed with the Future in Mind | Episode 11
Every element of Watercolour Westport has been thoughtfully designed, from the length of each block to the parks and protected land. Each decision was informed by sustainability and a desire to preserve the natural beauty and historic feel of Westport for generations to come.In this episode, you’ll meet Mark Snider, who has many years of experience as a land planner.. He is also a Westport boy, born and raised. In this conversation, he shares what it was like growing up in Westport and how he is helping Land Ark design smart and sustainable neighbourhoods that will help preserve the unique character and setting of the village.____________________________Connect with Us! Learn more about us on our website: https://watercolourwestport.com/Book a tour: https://calendly.com/watercolour-westportFollow us on social media to stay connected: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watercolourwestport/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WatercolourWestportYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@landarkhomesThanks for listening—and welcome to the story of a community like no other.
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A Friendly and Future-Proof Place to Live | Episode 10
What’s better than waterfront cottage living? How about the cottage lifestyle without the waterfront upkeep?Meet Lorne, who made the move to Watercolour with his wife Doris, after realizing that they no longer wanted the upkeep of a waterfront cottage property. Moving from Ottawa, Lorne has rediscovered the friendly, small-town feel, how much he enjoys all of the events in Westport, and the benefits of a simplified and slower way of living. They have a home and cottage in one. Then came adding solar panels to their home. The family has embraced the security of having this backup power source in case of future energy disruptions._____________________________Connect with Us! Learn more about us on our website: https://watercolourwestport.com/Book a tour: https://calendly.com/watercolour-westportFollow us on social media to stay connected: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watercolourwestport/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WatercolourWestportYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@landarkhomesThanks for listening—and welcome to the story of a community like no other.
Welcome to the Watercolour Stories Podcast — where heart meets home. Join Stephen Rolston, founder of Land Ark Homes, and Wafa Martin as they share the inspiring stories behind this one-of-a-kind community, thoughtfully designed around walkability, connection, and Net Zero Ready homes.
From the visionaries who brought the neighbourhood to life, to the families who now call it home, you’ll hear real stories of what makes Watercolour Westport more than just a place to live; it’s a way of life.
Looking for a better place to call home? You just might find it here.
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