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6 Deerledge Trail East Saint Paul, MB 204-798-3100 www.carringtonpropertydevelopments.com “Dream big, work hard, stay focused and surround yourself with good people” – this is Carla’s daily mantra and the reason she is making a mark on the custom home building industry. With eighteen years experience under her belt and a list of renovations and new builds spanning from custom built luxury homes, infill housing, lakefront cottages and multifamily projects, Carla is full speed ahead and has no plans of slowing down. Proud owner of Carrington Property Developments, Carla continues to raise the bar with each new project. Being a woman in a male-dominated industry has its advantages because a woman’s perspective in a house is how you feel when you walk in, as well as the level of details in the home. We can all agree that details make the difference and that female perspective comes through during the communication process. You learn a lot when you sit down with homebuyers. Being attentive to your clients’ lifestyle allows you to anticipate their needs and deliver a custom built home that exceeds their expectations. As a mother of four, she knows firsthand the importance of ample storage and functionality in a home. We all know how quickly clutter can creep up on us; therefore, making sure we have a spot for everything makes perfect sense. From start to finish, she makes sure that the building and renovation process is easy and stress free for homeowners. By overseeing the entire project, she is able to manage all aspects of the build and quickly resolve any issues that may come up. She has learned that construction projects have a continuous need for alterations; therefore, being able to make decisions on the fly really helps to keep the project on track. Shopping with the homeowners for fixtures and other items is not only something she enjoys doing, but it also allows her to stay on top of trends and expand on her creativity. Carla loves absolutely everything about the building and design process. Some of the smallest ideas can turn into a big deal and then become standard features in a Carrington build. Things that used to be “extras” are now just common sense and naturally built into the design. Surrounded by experienced and top-notch tradespeople, homeowners can expect innovative design and construction as well as competitive pricing in a market that can often dissuade potential buyers. Over the years, she has repeatedly encountered the same mistaken beliefs that prevent some homeowners from building their forever home. “It’s too stressful,” “it takes too long,” or “it’s too expensive.” Because of this, she is dedicated to changing that stereotypical view. Her ultimate goal is to build high quality custom-built homes and reassure homeowners of her commitment to integrity, transparency and value. She is very proud of the work that her team does, and even more proud of the fact that when the project is finished, she can call her clients friends. - Carla Devlin, www.carringtonpropertydevelopments.com