Baywest's Aloe ideal for large families

This front-drive home by Baywest Homes offers up to five bedrooms on the main and upper floors. Tour the show home in Chaparral Meadows.

We independently select everything we recommend. Buying through us may earn us a commission, which supports our work. Accommodating the needs of a large family sometimes requires compromise.

For example, extra bedrooms may come at the expense of other valuable shared spaces. The Aloe by Baywest Homes demonstrates that families don’t need to make that trade-off. This 2,660-square-foot, front-drive, single-family model is currently presented as a show home in the southeast Calgary community of Chaparral Meadows.

With four bedrooms upstairs and a fifth on the main floor, it offers the capacity larger families need without sacrificing the open-concept living areas and everyday functionality that make a home comfortable over the long term. On the second level, the primary bedroom reaches 16 feet six inches by 15 feet two inches, while the secondary bedrooms are 10 feet four inches by 10 feet 10 inches each. Positioned between the primary and secondary bedrooms, a central bonus room creates a buffer between the two ends of the floor.

This arrangement provides additional privacy for parents while giving children a dedicated place to relax, study or spend time with friends. The primary bedroom includes several features that simplify daily routines. One of the features within the upscale ensuite is a vanity with two sinks and plenty of space between them.

Across from the vanity is a deep soaker tub and spacious glass-encased shower with an elegant tile wall. The ensuite connects directly to the walk-in closet, which also provides access to the laundry room, which features a front-load washer and dryer. For a busy household, this thoughtful arrangement streamlines daily routines, making it easier to put away clothes directly from the dryer.

The laundry room is also accessible from the second-floor hallway. Large enough to function as a dressing room, the walk-in closet provides ample space for clothing storage and organization. Like the ensuite, a full bathroom near the secondary bedrooms boasts a vanity with two sinks, as well.

This supports smoother school day morning routines, allowing more than one child in the family to use it at the same time. Supporting the needs of multi-generational households, the main floor bedroom is ideal for people who need to avoid regular use of stairs, such as elderly parents. Located at the front of the home, the bedroom remains separated from the activity and noise of the kitchen and great room.

Across the hallway from the bedroom is a bathroom with a shower. As seen in the show home, an additional sleep space is available in the developed basement, which also includes a bathroom and well-sized rec area. Valuable for people who work remotely, a home office is positioned near the front of the main level.

Along the back end of the main floor, the kitchen is the star. The cooking space prioritizes efficiency without feeling cramped. Storage is concentrated along the perimeter, keeping counters clear, while the appliance layout supports a smooth workflow.

Its generous work surfaces are ideal for when multiple people are helping prepare meals. The dining area and great room sit side-by-side along the rear wall, creating an open, connected gathering space. Anchoring the great room is a fireplace with a full-height surround that draws the eye upward and enhances visual interest.

Its straightforward design adds character and warmth while allowing the room’s natural light and furnishings to remain the focus. THE DETAILS HOME: The Aloe is a 2,660-square-foot front-drive single-family model.

BUILDER: Baywest Homes. AREA: Chaparral Meadows is a new southeast Calgary community.

DEVELOPER: WestCreek. HOURS:

The show home is open 2 to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and noon to 5 p.m. on weekends and holidays. DIRECTIONS: The show home is located at 332 Chaparral Valley Circle S.E.

To get there, take Macleod Trail to 194th Avenue, then turn left on Chaparral Valley Drive and right on Chaparral Valley Circle.