We are gearing up for an exciting announcement this Monday December 19th! Just in time for Christmas, a lucky winner will be walking away with a brand new iPad 2 as we wrap up our latest Facebook Contest. Finalists will be chosen from all those that have Liked us on Facebook over the past few months. It’s not too late to have a chance to win this fabulous prize. Like us on Facebook before Monday and you too will be entered into the draw! Three finalists will join us at our Design Studio on Thursday December 22nd, 2011 at 12:00pm for some light refreshments and will be a part of the big moment when we make the final draw for the grand prize! Be sure to visit our Facebook page on Monday December 19th to find out if one of these 3 names is yours!!
iPad 2 Facebook Contest – Finalists Announced Monday December 19th!
December 16th, 2011Video Blog Featuring Fall Reno Tour 2011 Project
December 13th, 2011We are in the process of posting some very informative Pinnacle Group videos featuring everything from Pinnacle projects, educational initiatives and industry specific information that we hope you will find to be of value when you are considering renovating or custom building your home. From time to time we will post these on our blog; however, these will be permanently available on our Youtube channel – Pinnacle Renovations Calgary. This featured video clip highlights an interview with Paul Klassen, Founder and CEO of Pinnacle Group about our fantastic renovation project that we featured at the Fall 2011 Renomark Reno Tour.
This second generation walk-out bungalow held many fond memories for the client who desired to modernize their home and create an open concept floor plan that would support the integration of future lifestyle requirements. Through our extensive client interview process, “aging in place” was identified as a priority. The result was a total transformation that required a complete “gut to the studs” makeover with every wall relocated. To learn more about this project and see first hand the incredible results, click here to watch our video:
To see more Pinnacle Group videos we encourage you to continue to follow our blog and subscribe to the Pinnacle Renovations Calgary Youtube Channel!
Pinnacle Announces Collaborative Industry Event For 2012
December 6th, 2011
Aerial Shot Of Chestermere
Plans for some incredible Pinnacle Group events for 2012 are shaping up as our Marketing team continues to create learning opportunities for both our Clients and those thinking of renovating or building a custom home in the near future. It is our mandate to bring valuable, ethical and informative learning materials and events to consumers to help them make the best possible decision when it comes to their home project.
Recently, we have been collaborating with a talented committee of industry experts for a fantastic event we are planning for February 25th, 2012 at the Chestermere Recreation Centre. This event will focus on the needs of residents looking to increase the value of their real estate and investment portfolios, as well as hear about some very exciting options for land and property holdings around the lakeside areas of Chestermere.
All of us at Pinnacle Group are extremely excited to be working alongside Patricia Virk & Laura Parsons from BMO, Ian Playfair of Nesbitt Burns, Kathy Yuen of Phase One Design, and Marianne Rogerson of Mount Royal University! The wealth of information regarding maximizing the value of your real estate holdings from each of these fantastic presenters will be invaluable.
We look forward to seeing you at this event in 2012 and will continue to provide more detailed information in the coming weeks on our website, blog and Facebook page!
Kids Help Phone Fundraiser Features Pinnacle Project
November 29th, 2011
This past weekend, Paul & Elaine Klassen, along with their friends from VanGo Artisans, John & Betty Stiel, had the opportunity to participate in the annual Kids Help Phone Homes For The Holiday Fund Raiser. This tour brings together prominent interior designers and retailers who trim in festive fashion six private homes; the results are nothing less than spectacular!
This year, one of our very own were a part of this tour; Kids Help Phone approached our renovation Client whose home we completed a few years ago in Pumphill. This already beautiful home was transformed with a full range of Christmas Decorations as well as a Style Display by Soul Reflection.
All proceeds from the ticket sales and silent auction support Kids Help Phone, Canada’s only toll-free, 24-hour, bilingual and anonymous professional phone and web counselling, referral and information service for children and youth.
Next year, if you are looking to gather some great decorating ideas, enjoy the festive spirit and lend a philanthropic hand, we highly recommend checking out this event!
Announcing The Arrival Of Benjamin Noah!
November 25th, 2011
Barry, Lisa, Benjamin & Isaac Johnson!
There has been a buzz of excitement around Pinnacle Group this week as we were fortunate enough to welcome the newest member of the Pinnacle Family – Benjamin Noah, grandson of Paul & Elaine Klassen, son of Barry & Lisa Johnson and brother to Isaac Johnson! Benjamin was born Saturday November 19th, 2011 at 1:33 am weighing 9lbs 1 0z and was 21.5” long. Isaac is already enjoying his role as big brother and we are sure there will be many adventures to come for these lovely lads! It is easy to see the love and pride beaming from Grandpa and Grandma’s eyes! Congratulations to the entire Klassen/Johnson clan – we wish you the very best!
Proud Grandparents - Paul & Elaine Klassen!
Thanks For Joining Us At Our November 19th Reno Tour!
November 24th, 2011This past weekend, we were thrilled to visit with many Calgarians who braved the cold and joined us for a fantastic Reno Tour in Varsity Estates! Attendees enjoyed seeing first-hand the exquisite detailing of this whole home renovation as well as the sleek new 2012 A7 Audi on display, courtesy of Glenmore Audi. As guests mingled with Pinnacle staff and our valued trades and suppliers, they were treated to Joel Klassen tinkling the ivories on our Client’s antique piano. The ambience was incredible and it was a great opportunity for those interested in a home renovation or custom built home to see up close and personal, a Pinnacle project and ask specific questions to the best of the best in the industry! Our Reno Consultants demoed our proprietary software we use to effectively manage our Clients’ projects and guests were able to view a large library of before & after pics displayed on several media stations. Our talented architect for the project was on hand to walk visitors through our powerful 3D Modeling Software that literally brings ideas to life! Congratulations to Alex & Shirley DeGreeve, who were the appreciative winners of our iPad 2 draw!
We want to personally thank our Clients once again for graciously opening their home to the public so we have an opportunity to show visitors what differentiates Pinnacle Group and why we can proudly say we are the only Calgary Renovator to have ever won the Better Business Bureau Ethics Award! We look forward to opening the doors to more incredible Pinnacle projects in 2012!
For more information on the project we showcased – click here: Case Study Poster
Saturday November 19th Reno Tour Address Announced
November 14th, 2011With less than a week away to our upcoming Reno Tour we are gearing up for an event that marries the best in custom home renovations and elite automobiles! Reno Tours provide us with the opportunity to showcase first hand what the Pinnacle experience is all about and what you can expect when choosing Pinnacle Group for your home renovation or custom built home. We are so fortunate to have such amazing Customers who allow us to showcase their homes to the public; this truly is a testament to the success of the project and the trust and respect we work so hard to establish with each and every one of our Client’s. It is definetely a cause for celebration when we can share with you our Clients’ Favourite Place To Be! This week’s Reno Tour will be located at 1174 Varsity Estates Drive NW. For a personal invitation to this event click here – You’re invited to Pinnacle Group’s Reno Tour!
Family Night At Pinnacle Group!
November 10th, 2011
Karen Brown, Lisa & Barry Johnson Feasting On The Array Of Desserts!
This past Friday, we enjoyed a wonderful staff family night at Paul & Elaine’s beautiful home. As always, Elaine – the consummate hostess, spoiled us with an array of appetizers and a visually stunning display of the various potluck dishes prepared by the staff members. We were treated to the finest steak, perfectly barbequed by Chef Paul and finished off the meal with a mirage of desserts and fruit! It was a great opportunity to enjoy some laughs, share stories and get to know some of our newest staff members better. The highlight was seeing our kids, varying in ages from 1 to 18 interact! It is very evident when spending time in Paul & Elaine’s home that their business philosophy is genuinely represented in their personal lives. They embrace healthy family relationships and have created spaces in their home that personify their family’s DNA and support all aspects of their family’s well-being. This also extends to the way in which they positively support their staff members and our families. It was a great night reminding us how lucky we are to be a part of the Pinnacle Family!
Isaac Johnson & Tavyn Doell Playing Playmobile!
Sam Waddell, Auslen & Kaplan Doell Enjoying The Movie Up!
- Grant, Haley & Stephanie Waddell Sharing After Dinner Laughs!
Pinnacle Group Team Spirit!
November 4th, 2011Amongst all the hussle and bustle of our lives it is rare we have a moment to take some time to enjoy each other’s company for a non-work related event! However, tonight the staff at Pinnacle Group will be gathering at Paul & Elaine Klassen’s as they graciously open their home to Pinnacle staff, spouses and children to celebrate the Pinnacle family! We have such an incredible and committed team at Pinnacle Group and we respect one another which truly impacts Pinnacle’s continued success. Taking the time to be together in a casual environment such as this is a great way to continue to develop our relationships and build on our already fantastic team spirit! We are looking forward to some great food, conversation, and games and watching our kids interact! Pictures to follow next week!
Brand New 2012 A7 Audi On Display At Pinnacle Group’s Upcoming Reno Tour!
November 1st, 2011Last week we announced an upcoming Reno Tour of a Pinnacle Group complete home makeover taking place Saturday November 19th from 10am-4pm. We are looking forward to showcasing this spectacular 2 Storey Estate Home located in the esteemed neighbourhood of Varsity Estates. However, we have yet another announcement to make in tandem with our Reno Tour! Thanks to our friends at Glenmore Audi, we will have a brand new 2012 A7 Audi on display for you to check out. This is the hottest new offering from Audi and we are thrilled to be able to showcase this incredible automobile at our event. This extraordinary technical powerhouse combining luxurious driving with sport capabilities and an impressive navigation system is not to be missed! We hope you can join us as we unveil this amazing home & automobile. For more information on the 2012 A7 Audi visit Glenmore Audi and don’t forget to check our website the week of November 14th, 2011, when we will announce the address for our Reno Tour.
2012 A7 Audi