Ryders Ridge Selected As "Best New Community" in Central Alberta

Sylvan Lake builders and developer honoured with 2008 SAM Award. The award was confirmation of what they have felt from the start - Ryders Ridge is a real estate development that offers the best of Sylvan Lake living for people who enjoy the great outdoors.

Red Deer, Alberta -- February 11, 2009 -- Home builders and buyers in one of Sylvan Lake's newest residential subdivisions were not surprised when their community received the coveted SAM (Sales and Marketing) Award of Excellence for Best New Community in Central Alberta. The award was confirmation of what they have felt from the start -- Ryders Ridge is a real estate development that offers the best of Sylvan Lake living for people who enjoy the great outdoors.

Located 16-kilometres west of Red Deer and only 90-minutes from both Calgary and Edmonton, Ryders Ridge was created by Calgary-based Lamont Land Inc. The developer hand-picked seven of Central Alberta's best builders - renowned for their individual commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Lamont then worked closely with the township, planners, builders and architects to design and build a community with a harmonious architectural theme.

"Ryders Ridge has been designed using the 'Craftsman' architectural style, popular in the 1920s," explains designer, John Gordon. "These beautiful Sylvan Lake homes feature attractive gabled roofs with wide overhanging eaves and broad front porches. Tapered square columns support the porch roofs and many exteriors feature handcrafted stone or woodwork.

"Green spaces are sculpted to reflect and enhance the natural vegetation of the area, allowing for a seamless integration with the beautiful landscape of Central Alberta," adds Gordon. "Scenic pathways wind in and around the houses and the surrounding town, making this a pedestrian- and child-friendly community that is just blocks from the village centre and public beach. Fishing, golf and a myriad of other options for year 'round outdoor recreation are just minutes away. Without a doubt, Ryders Ridge offers some of the best in real estate options for both Sylvan Lake and Red Deer area homes. We are truly honoured to be the recipient of the 2008 SAM Award for Best New Community."

SAM Awards were created by the Calgary chapter of the Canadian Home Builders' Association in 1986. They expanded to other parts of the province. The awards celebrate the most creative and professional work in the home building industry. This is the first time a Lamont Land Inc subdivision has been recognized in the "Best New Community" category.

About Lamont Land Inc. and Ryders Ridge Builders

With a fundamental respect for land and people, Lamont Land Inc has been building great homes and neighborhoods in Alberta for the past 15 years. Lamont has built and created successful small town communities in places such as Sylvan Lake, Airdrie and Spruce Grove. Strong principles, attention to detail and design make Lamont Land Inc. a great long-term investment.

Home builders at Ryders Ridge include: Abbey Master Builder, Asset Builders, Candel Homes, Falcon Homes, Mason Martin Homes, Somerset Homes and Unique Elevations.

For more information or to schedule an interview, please call John Gordon at 403.252.7575 ext. 225.