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Property Profile | BOFFO DEVELOPMENTS

TIME’S RUNNING OUT if you want to be part of the

Adagio community in South Surrey. Why? Because most

homeowners have already moved into Adagio’s first

building and the second building is now 50 per cent sold.

“Response has been absolutely amazing — even over

the summer when sales traditionally slow down, we were

incredibly busy,” says sales manager Sandra Miller. “People

are wowed by the aesthetics of the building itself —

especially when it’s lit up at night. Over and over, people

tell me they were walking or driving past in the evening

and our buildings looked so stunning that they just had to

come back to find out more. Then, when they walk into

the show suite, their jaws drop.”

Sensational South SurreyAdagio

LocationSouth Surrey

BuilderBoffo Developments Ltd.

DevelopmentAdagio

Home TypeCondominiums

Sales Centre15360 – 20th Avenue

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Uncompromised Quality

“Because Boffo is both the developer and the builder, you

know they’re going to build every home as if they’re building it

for themselves,” Sandra says adding that she’s still surprised by

how closely people have being watching as these homes go

up. “We have several buyers who’ve worked in the construction

industry themselves, and they’ve all commented on Boffo’s

superior building techniques and materials — they can see no

corners have been cut on quality.”

Of course, there’s also the myriad, above-and-beyond

details it’s often easy to overlook until you’re actually living in

your new home: things like a built-in wine fridge — yes, it’s a

standard feature — nine-foot ceilings throughout, large portrait

windows and not only a five-burner gas range, but an outdoor

gas hookup on every balcony.

Adagio kitchens are larger than many single-family homes

and thoughtfully designed to bring out your Iron Chef

aspirations with state-of-the-art everything — expansive

counters and centre islands, 36-inch counter-depth fridge

with icemaker, even a side cupboard sized specifically for

cookie trays. Sweet. “Plus we’ve purposely designed the lower

cabinetry with plenty of extra-deep pot drawers rather than

traditional cupboards,” Sandra says. “It means you can access

every square inch without having to get down on your hands

and knees.”

Adagio is also one of the very few condominium

communities to include a personal favourite: built-in magic


corners. Just last week, I watched as a friend’s eyes practically

popped out of her head when she saw how this feature makes

it easy to access the very back of that notoriously wasteful

corner — you know, the one that’s usually right beside the

stove. “It’s just one of the many ways we provide creative

storage space,” Sandra says.

Spectacular Outdoor Spaces

Since Boffo understands that nature is an inherent part of life

here on the West Coast, Adagio’s outdoor spaces are nothing

short of spectacular.

First, there’s the community’s show-stopping central

courtyard. “We’ve retained many of the mature trees and added

new landscaping with terraces, pathways, even some ‘secret

garden’ areas,” Sandra says. “When you open up the door from

the lounge/amenity area, it’s like you’ve just expanded the

entire space into a private park.”

Still, it’s the private terraces found in Adagio’s second

building that intrigue me most. “Many of these patios make you

feel like you’re living in a forest,” Sandra says pointing to the

surrounding evergreens. “And on a clear day, you can see all

the way to Mount Baker.”

Community Evolution

Amenities are yet another part of Adagio’s appeal, and Sandra

is quick to note that these features have rapidly become an

integral part of the lifestyle. “I see people swapping stories in

the gym or shooting pool almost every day,” she says. “There’s

a full catering kitchen — something that’s especially popular

with our downsizers who still want to host a large-scale family

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dinner. There’s also a book exchange club, a hiking group and

every couple of months many of the homeowners get together

for a casual social in the spacious residents’ fireside lounge. It

makes for a wonderful sense of neighbourhood.”

It’s a community feeling homeowners want to share. She

recounts the story of one couple who downsized from the

single-family home where they’d raised their children, and

within a couple of months had referred two friends who have

both since purchased homes at Adagio. “Once buyers move in

and experience the lifestyle, it’s like they become ambassadors

both for Adagio and for Boffo Developments.”

Close to What Counts

While there’s plenty to keep you entertained and relaxed right at

home, when you’re ready for shopping or a night on the town,

Adagio’s got you covered too. “This is an incredibly central

location,” Sandra says. “It’s walking distance to Semiahmoo and

only a five-minute drive to Granview Corners or Morgan Crossing,

but you still feel like you’re in an exclusive, very private, enclave.

You can be at the beach or the White Rock Promenade in minutes,

and access to Vancouver, YVR and the US border is excellent.”

Adagio’s final homes offer an excellent selection of floorplans

ranging from 784-square-foot one-bedroom and den to

spacious three-bedroom suites with over 1,279 square feet of

exceptional living space. Better hurry though, because once

these homes are gone, they’re gone for good. Presentation

centre and display homes are open noon to 5 p.m. daily

except Fridays at 15360 – 20th Avenue in South Surrey. For

more information, visit AdagioByBoffo.ca or call 604.531.6659.


Property Profile | GENEX

BETTER HURRY if you want to own a brand

new home at Gemini in South Surrey. Less

than 10 homes remain, but sales manager

Susan Vollmer is quick to reassure me that

these condominiums represent a diverse

selection of floor plans and styles. “We

still have a great selection of one- and

two-bedroom plans — some with wrap-

around corner balconies. So there really is

something to suit every lifestyle.”

Quality to Count On

“People frequently tell me they’ve

shopped around and Gemini is simply

the best quality they’ve found in this

area,” Susan says.

Ready for a few hints? Okay. Let’s

start with stainless steel appliances

from Bosch and Fisher&Paykel —

now how can you go wrong with a

combination like that? There’s storage

too — lots of it because Genex

understands there’s no such thing as

too much space for your stuff.

Bathrooms with the same granite or

quartz countertops as the kitchen plus

some very cool, very different lighting

fixtures that reminds me of Art Deco

tulips. Each suite has not only a full-

sized washer/dryer but that all important

linen storage as well. There’s even a

convenient tech nook beside the kitchen

— perfect for laptops and iPads.

Gemini’s central courtyard and guest

suite are also big time hits. “Having the

extra space for when family visits is

something you don’t necessarily think

of until you have family visit,” Susan

says with a smile that suggests she’s

experienced the challenge before.

Location Counts

It may be an old adage, but it’s true that

location counts — and clearly Gemini is a

winner here too.

“I’m a five-minute walk to everything

— grocery store, Semiahmoo Mall, the

library, banks and transit,” says one happy

purchaser. “When I lived in Steveston, I

had to drive everywhere. Here you don’t

really need a car — lots of people in the

building don’t own one.”

Gemini II’s presentation centre and

display suites are open noon to 5 p.m.

daily except Fridays at 15310 – 17A

Avenue in South Surrey. One-bedroom

homes priced from $299,950: two-

bedrooms from $387,250. All homes

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LocationSouth Surrey

BuilderGenex

DevelopmentGemini II

Home TypeCondominium

Sales Centre15310 – 17A Avenue

Contactliveatgemini.com604.536.1663

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DD: How does budget factor into your design plans?

Todd: Budget often becomes a dirty

word for almost all of us, but it is the

single biggest factor when it comes to

renovations and design. I believe you

need to prioritize the core elements of

the home that add value to a space. Get

this right, and you can have fun with

pillows and rugs down the road, get it

wrong, and it’s lipstick on a pig.

Jillian: Staying on budget is a huge deal

for a designer, but I tend to focus more

on the intimate details of the space and

try to save money by finding forgotten

gems in the back of a antique shop

rather than evaluating ROI. Yawn!

DD: What elements are integral to your design style?

Todd: I’m not a knick-knack kinda guy,

and in our busy house—with young kids

running around—it’s never a good idea.

I love practical design elements that are

cool and fun, but also durable and low

maintenance. I love a minimal space; I

hate things on counters for the most part.

My kryptonite is sexy built-in storage.

Jillian: Clutter is a no-no in my space,

but I love incorporating accessories that

add personality to a home. A bare-bones

house just seems depressing to me.

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DD: How would you describe your design aesthetic?

Todd: I’m inspired by a contemporary

West Coast aesthetic and gravitate

towards unique spaces that reflect

the environment around me. Exposed

wood, stone and natural light add a

certain timelessness and warmth to

a space. I designed our home with

playful elements so every room has an

interesting architectural flare that makes

for cool unique experiences. Including a

climbing wall in the front entry.

Jillian: I’m with Todd in that a house

should complement the surrounding

environment (I swoon over overgrown

flower arrangements and tons of natural

light), but my style leans more towards

clean, romantic and a little bit country.

DD: You’ve both mentioned that it’s important to take account of a home’s surroundings in its interior. Is it also important to bring the aesthetic of the home’s interior into the outdoor living space? If so, how do you accomplish this?

Todd: West coast living is all about the

outdoors and managing to create a

great space that you can enjoy outside is

absolutely critical for me. We built a huge

deck that ties all the rooms together. It

allows each of the bedrooms to have

sliding doors, creating an environment

that draws us out to enjoy the view and

fresh air. This deck serves our family for

BBQ’s, dance parties, kids bike riding, sand

box, planter boxes, hammock time, and

after it’s all done...a soak in the hot tub!

Jillian: I absolutely love a home that

flows effortlessly from indoors to out. I

“ Texture, inconsistency and little signs of love.”—Jillian Harris

like to keep it fresh, airy, girly and a little

bit country while focusing on creating

a comfy space to entertain family and

friends. My Vancouver house doesn’t

offer a ton of outdoor living space, so

I’ve made a point of incorporating that

vibe into my Kelowna home with a big

outdoor kitchen complete with a full

dining set and twinkly string lights.

DD: Do either of you have a space in your homes that you identify as a personal sanctuary?

Todd: I like practical storage and I think every house needs a garage and workshop. I’m not a huge fan of the dedicated movie room or the cliché “man cave.”

Jillian: My workshop is my closet! This

is probably the messiest room the house

and takes a ton of turnover.

DD: Do you see the bedroom as an important place to use space, perhaps because you view it as a sanctuary

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of sorts? If not, what spaces in your home do you like the feel of a little more luxury?

Todd: An inspirational office, a large

shower, a king size bed with hotel

bedding and a view. I don’t need to

waste valuable square footage where I

sleep, although I wouldn’t mind a little

“sanctuary time” with my wife, if Jill is

willing to babysit. If you can find a little

spot in your home that is just for you,

especially when you live with others, it

becomes a little sanctuary.

Jillian: A small bedroom would just

not work for me—my bedroom is my

sanctuary, not just my sleeping space,

so I need to have enough room for

some treasures.

DD: What is your favourite room in your current house, and why is this space special to you?

Todd: My favourite space is my office

because it is full of elements that reflect

my past (show posters, a hockey stick

signed by Wayne Gretzky, my first pair

of ski’s). It captures the essence of why

we choose to live on the West Coast and

also gives me a space to hide away like

a kid in his bedroom. It’s a luxury, but I

also love to sit at the desk I built out of

reclaimed hand milled cedar.

Jillian: My kitchen. It’s basically all we

need. It’s where everyone gatherers,

everyone eats, its were all the messes are

made and the memories are created.

DD: What makes a space worthy of the name “home”? Todd: The people who live there. The

little shoes scattered on the floor, the

familiar place you sit and drink your coffee,

the table you host family and friends. A

‘home’ is a reflection of you and should

be personalized with elements that reflect

you and your passions.

Jillian: The story of your life being told

through collections of furniture, art,

artefacts, fabrics and lighting. Eclectic

mixes of the things that make you

happy, calm, alive, fresh, mellow and

grateful. Texture, inconsistency and little

signs of love.

DD: Is being a Vancouverite important to your design style? If so, how?

Todd: Yes! I am totally influenced by

my surroundings. I am passionate

about west coast architecture, which is

very dynamic and innovative especially

in the residential market. We don’t have

row upon row of identical houses like

some parts of the country. I like to try

and reflect the dramatic landscape that

we build our houses on. We don’t have

harsh winters allowing us to introduce

tons of glass and incorporating natural

light. Vancouver is known for open

floorplans, exposed timber, wood both

outside and inside, flat or somewhat

flat roofs. I could go on forever, but

growing up here has put this type of

architecture in my DNA.

Jillian: I think Vancouver’s eclectic

personality totally vibes with my overall

love of mixing and matching the old

with the new. B.C. is such a gorgeous

place to live, and I’m constantly

inspired by the natural environment

and incredible, creative people that

call it home.

Love It or List It Vancouver’s hosts,

Jillian Harris and Todd Talbot will both

be appearing at the 2015 Vancouver

Home + Design Show. They will be

presenting onstage together on Friday,

October 23 at 7 p.m., and Todd is

doing a solo presentation on Saturday,

October 24 at 2 p.m.

“ Vancouver is known for open floorplans, exposed timber, wood both outside and inside, flat or somewhat flat roofs. I could go on forever, but growing up here has put this type of architecture in my DNA.”—Todd Talbot

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THE FIRST CAPITAL of British Columbia,

New Westminster is situated on the

Burrard Peninsula and comprises the

area from North of the Fraser River

to Tenth Avenue and the width from

Marine Drive to Brunette Avenue.

Known affectionately as “The Royal City”

thanks to Queen Victoria naming it after

Westminster, the part of London that

holds the buildings of Parliament.

New West is made up of a broad

range of micro-neighbourhoods, and

it truly offers something for everyone:

from the heritage homes of Queen’s

Park to the modern condos downtown.

There is a pride of place here, and it’s

often said that people who move here

never want to leave.

Density means accessibility and diversity

New West might be considered the

poster city for the housing diversity

that many Vancouver politicians say the

region needs to adopt to make room for

the ever-growing population. The types

of home on offer here are diverse. Older

apartments are usually the cheapest

option, but new condos are still relatively

affordable in this city. Single-family

homes vary in price, depending on

which area of New West they’re in and

their size, of course. Queen’s Park and

Glenbrooke North can be a bit pricey,

but buying in Queensborough will give

you more bang for your buck.

New Westminster Rich heritage, bright future

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This city is home to all types—

singles, couples, empty-nesters—but

young families are a rapidly growing

group, and it’s no wonder why: from

splash pools scattered throughout the

neighbourhood, to the petting zoo at

Queen’s Park, to Motoring Munchkins

at the Arenex, New West has an

abundance of amenities for tots, but

there is plenty of entertainment for

all ages year ‘round in New West, too,

whether it be strolling through streets

in Queen’s Park to gaze at the cherry

blossoms from the end of March, the

Hyack Festival in May, the Queen’s

Park Annual Garage Sale in May or the

Sapperton Day Street Festival in June.

Walkable and transit friendly

New West Mayor, John Coté, who has

lived in the city for most of his adult

life, views it as “extremely walkable


and transit friendly,” crediting recent

changes for the positive to “the growth

of transit-oriented development in the

area.” Since New West is a fairly small

suburb, it is easy to navigate on foot (if

you don’t mind climbing a few hills), and

necessities are close to home in all of its

neighbourhoods.

If you’d like to venture farther afield,

the city is also easily accessible by public

transit, and since it’s adjacent to Surrey,

Burnaby and Coquitlam, commutes to

these cities are fairly swift. A bridge-

free commute downtown makes it a

predictable, if not super fast commute.

Rich history of a former capital

Buildings here reflect the rich history

of the former capital, and areas are

becoming increasingly gentrified. Mayor

Coté, who has lived here most of his

adult life, has seen “a lot of change

in the last 10 years, and significant

revitalization. There has been an influx

of thousands of residents downtown,

and with them has come a new energy

and vibrancy.”

Mayor Coté sees this as just the

beginning of changes to come, noting

that “in the future, there will be a great

connection between downtown and the

waterfront, and a pedestrian bridge will

soon connect Queesborough to those

areas as well.”

Coming Home CaféThis sweet spot has a reputation for great coffee and for feeling like home away from home. Customers fetch their own simple drinks and place settings and servers bring the food and any specialty drinks.

Brick and MortarThis shop is much more than the brick and mortar that hold the store. Hyper-local goods on sale here range from New West made jewellery to art. Great place for a browse.

The Royal City Farmer’s MarketHeld at the Quay during Winter months and in Tipperary Park in the Summer, the Royal City Farmer’s Market, is more than a bunch of fruit and veggie stands, it’s a community gathering place.

Queen’s Park This sprawling park has plenty of activities for the whole family: tennis courts, an arena, the Arenex, a play ground, and both a spray park and a petting zoo from May to September.

The QuayFrom the River Market (which is home to terrific eats, a circus school, and even hosts music and baking lessons for tots) to a walk along the pier, New Westminster Quay has something for everybody.

Pink Ribbon BakeryDelish cupcake concoctions are on sale here on the daily. Need a cake for a special occasion? Sheila can sculpt pretty much anything anybody can dream out of cake, delicious cake.

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THINK NEW CONDOS are only for young

fi rst-time homebuyers or investors? Well,

think again. A 2012 Canada Mortgage and

Housing Corp. (CMHC) study revealed

in its 2006 census housing survey that

while 17 per cent of condominium owners

in Canada were under the age of 35, a

whopping 30 per cent were 65 or older.

This news is not really surprising

considering many in this demographic

have downsized from a large home to

take advantage of the maintenance-

free living of condo life. But why wait

until 65? With so many new projects to

choose from, now is a great time for

anyone entering their fi fth decade to

consider purchasing a condo. Whether

you now own a large home or you are

a dedicated renter, here are fi ve reasons

why a new condo could be for you:

Condos for the 50-plus crowd5 great reasons why now is the time to buy new

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eye out for something new and condo-ish in Toronto. Email her at [email protected]

Many of the units available in new

builds are small and compact,

between 500 and 600 sq. ft. A

smaller space is a snap to clean.

This doesn’t just mean elevators. It

also means new projects are located

in choice neighbourhoods close

to transportation, shopping and

entertainment. You can have everything

you need, right outside your door.

Nothing says convenience like a

swimming pool, gym, doorman,

security and party room at your

disposal. And depending on your

budget, the sky’s the limit on how

many amenities are in your condo

— all of which are available to you

regardless of the size of your unit.

And that’s a blessing. Who wants a

lawn to take care of or a driveway

to shovel?

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With such a range of price points, a

new condo is an a� ordable option

to fi nally putting down roots and

calling a place your own.

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Accessibility.

Amenities.

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Wellbeing of Metro Vancouver’s aging population vital

In about 25 years, a quarter of British

Columbians will be over 65 years old.

Those who don’t want to drive, or can’t,

might consider cities to be the obvious

place to live, since they are more walkable,

o� ering easy access to transit, shopping,

health care and greenspace. Making

cities better places to live for an aging

population is a worldwide concern.

Not only does taking care of an aging

population help to foster the fair and equal

treatment of all citizens, but retirees are

also important economic contributors

in our communities, buying goods and

services that help to keep others employed.

Furthermore, the aging population has a

wealth of knowledge and skills that the

younger populations should be tapping

into. Keeping the aging population healthy

also means lower health costs overall.

Up your alley: revisioning Vancouver downtown laneways

Downtown laneways are getting a

makeover. If you’re used to thinking of

laneways as dark, dingy paths that you

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would rather avoid walking down at night,

then you may want to check in with

what’s happening with laneways today.

The City of Vancouver is encouraging

builders to make downtown laneways

more pedestrian friendly. Case in

point: the new Telus Garden o� ce and

residential development, located in the

500-block of West Georgia St., is making

the adjacent laneway a more pleasant

place to be. Once this development is

complete, the laneway will be much more

than a space for delivery trucks; instead,

it will feature retail space and an art

lantern installation. The idea of rethinking

laneways as retail space seems a natural

extension of their being repurposed for

housing throughout the city. Since 2009,

close to 2,000 laneway houses have been

approved, a number which is certain to

increase steadily, as Vancouver searches

for more room in which to house its ever-

growing population.

Urban rooftop gardens: sustainability is looking up

As the interest in living local continues

to rise, urban dwellers are looking for

a new space to grow food. Enter the

rooftop garden. Also known as “green

roofs,” these are located at the top of

a house or a building that is protected

with a waterproof barrier, and they

are cropping up in cities across North

America. Not only does a green roof

have the potential to beautify an often

overlooked space and to produce food

that the inhabitants of the building

can consume, but green roofs can

also minimize the effect of rain runoff,

such as flooding or even water supply

contamination. On top of this, urban

gardens filter out pollution, purifying

the air, and they keep the roof warmer

in the winter and cooler in the

summer, which moderates the amount

of energy necessary to maintain the

temperature indoors.

For more details on these stories,

and for more real-estate news, visit

nexthome.yp.ca/news

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BROOKMEREBy: Onni

Starting price: mid $200,000s

City: West Coquitlam/Burquitlam

Number of storeys: 28

Priority register now for these one- to three-

bedroom homes in one of the Tri-Cities’ most

dynamic new neighbourhoods. Amazing location

just steps from Lougheed Town Centre and both

the Millennium and upcoming Evergreen Line.

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Info: 604.259.5991

SAXONBy: Crystal View

City: Edmonds, Burnaby

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Intersection: 6th Street between 14th and

15th Avenue

Number of storeys: 3 levels above ground floor

retail

Priority register today for this collection of two-

bedroom and two-plus-den city homes. Walkable,

transit-friendly neighbourhood close to shops,

parks and schools.

www.saxonliving.com

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CHOKLIT PARK TERRACESBy: Coromandel Properties

City: Fairview, Vancouver

Intersection: Spruce Street and 7th Avenue

Priority registration now underway for this

exclusive offering of just four sophisticated

homes in a super cool location on the site of

the original Purdy’s Chocolate Factory. Concrete

construction and private elevator access to the

underground parkade.

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MUSEBy: Bassi Properties

Starting price: $189,900

City: North Delta

Intersection: 120th Street and 90th Avenue

Number of storeys: 6

Priority register now for this rare opportunity

to own a brand new home on the Scott Road

Corridor. Presentation centre coming soon.

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ELEMENTSBy: Sandhill

City: Willowbrook, Langley

Intersection: 202nd Street and 66th Avenue

New interiors and layouts will be revealed at noon

on October 3rd. Don’t miss this opportunity to be

first to see what’s behind the curtain at Elements

— stylish new floor plans, convenient location and

9,000 square feet of residents-only amenity space.

www.elementsinlangley.com

Info: 604.533.7718

YALE BLOCBy: Manorlane Homes

Starting price: $149,900

City: Surrey

Intersection: 64th Avenue and 196th Street

Number of storeys: 3 storeys above ground

level retail

Grand opening of Building 2 takes place on

October 3. Timeless interiors and excellent

proximity to a diverse array of urban amenities.

www.yalebloc.com

Info: 604.539.YALE

Tell us your newsGot a new development, opening, or

other news you’d like us to feature in

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next edition.

Elements in Langley is about to unveil new interiors and floorplans.

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PITT MEADOWS/MAPLE RIDGE

THE BANK OF CANADA (BOC)

released its regularly scheduled interest

rate update on Sept. 9, announcing

it would not change the overnight

lending rate from 0.50 per cent. With

the economy performing better than

expected and a federal election in full

swing, the BoC opted to leave things as

they are and not make any changes for

the time being.

In the previous interest rate

announcement on July 15, the BoC cut

the overnight lending rate by 25 basis

points. It was the second change in just

six months, echoing a 25 basis point cut

in January. July’s announcement led to

a fl urry of activity, as consumers came

searched for lower mortgage rates.

In this most recent announcement,

however, the BoC had a somewhat

more positive outlook. A statement from

the central bank said “the stimulative

e� ects of previous monetary policy

actions are working their way through

the Canadian economy.” The BoC also

cautioned that Canada’s economic

future will be heavily infl uenced by

factors beyond its control. Uncertainty

in China and the growing economic

strength of the United States were two

major pressures cited by the Bank.

Attention is now shifting to the U.S.

Federal Reserve, which could potentially

raise interest rates in that country as

early as this month. Earlier this year, it

seemed to be a foregone conclusion

that the Fed would raise rates in

September, but experts are now saying

it could be later this year before they

pull the trigger. It’s still seen as a matter

of when – not if – rates will go up there,

and when they do, it will be the fi rst

such increase since 2008.

The Bank of Canada has said they

wouldn’t necessarily follow an American

lead, but a U.S. rate hike would have

implications on our economy, and would

likely push the Canadian dollar down

even further relative to the greenback.

By deferring any further changes to the

overnight rate, the BoC has left itself

breathing room to react to an American

rate increase.

For the average Canadian, today’s

announcement is generally good news. If

you have a variable rate mortgage, your

interest rate should stay the same for the

time being. Even though the major banks

didn’t pass along the entire discount

from this year’s rate cuts, don’t expect

them to use today as an opportunity to

step up any competition.

The Bank of Canada’s next opportunity

to change the overnight lending rate is

Oct. 21.

By Alyssa Richard

Advice | MORTGAGE ADVICE

Alyssa Richard is the founder and CEO of ratehub.ca, a mortgage rate comparison site that aims to empower Canadians to make smart fi nancial decisions.

good news for Canadians

BoC decision to hold overnight lending rate generally

“ For the average Canadian, today’s announcement is generally good news. If you have a variable rate mortgage, your interest rate should stay the same for the time being.”


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THE MUCH ANTICIPATED Vancouver Home + Design Show

2015 at Vancouver Convention Centre West returns bigger

and better. Every year, the show draws tens of thousands of

visitors. Most attend to gather inspiration and learn about the

newest fall trends in home décor and renovation from interior

design gurus such as co-host of W Network’s Love it or List it

Vancouver Jillian Harris, and hundreds of the industry’s finest

Canadian renovation, decoration and landscaping specialists.

Whether you are revamping your kitchen, downsizing or

switching up your home décor, this year’s show will enthuse

and arouse your inner designer.

“The Vancouver Home + Design Show is gearing up for

another stellar season,” says Tyson Kidd, show director.

“Not to be missed is the return of Game of Homes

Vancouver judge Cheryl Torrenueva, as well as a special

Trending | VANCOUVER HOME + DESIGN SHOW

By Michelle Hopkins

Arouse your inner designer at the VANCOUVER HOME + DESIGN SHOW 2015

one-time-only appearance of Samantha Pynn from HGTVs

Open House Overhaul.”

One of the biggest trends at this year’s show can be summed

up in one word—texture, texture, texture—whether it be in

your furniture, accessories, landscaping, wall paint or flooring,

texture is by far the biggest craze to hit our shores.

“Add texture to any space and any piece in or around your

home,” says Kidd. “Finding a wallpaper, blanket, area rug or

throw pillow that you can’t stop touching is one of the most

satisfying additions to your space.”

The Vancouver Home + Design Show 2015 runs from

October 22 to the 25 at the Vancouver Convention Centre -

West. For more information or to purchase tickets to this

year’s show, visit www.vancouverhomeanddesignshow.com

or call 604-639-2288.

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New Home Guide asked three guest speakers to provide us

with what’s trending right now:

TV interior stylist Janette Ewen and designer/fabricator Jef

Hancock, founders of Parker Barrow and cheeky-chic décor

aficionados:

» Fall and spring 2016 is about bringing a few Miami Beach

pops into your décor, whether on a throw, pillows,

accessories or on an accent wall. Liven up your space with

“winks” of teal and blue. “These Miami Beach hues were

inspired by the colours of Morocco and Greece, and work

especially well with mid-century modern décor. We also will

see more concrete grey in homes.”

» Add whimsical/playful accessories to create a cozy feel.

Think everything from floating brightly coloured balls

hanging from the ceiling to an oversized wing sculpture,

to an old rotary phone and large candelabras. Use your

imagination and rethink how an item can be repurposed.

» When adding conversation pieces play with scale. A hot pink

accent wall might seem a bold move, but it works wonders

when paired with warm rose gold metallics and generous-

sized shapes. “The pink rooms, walls and furniture that we

are seeing now are revisiting the Golden Girls era but with

more of a Santa Fe feel to it.”

» Brushed warm metallics, whether they are gold or bronze

fixtures or a copper hood fan, add personality to your home.

» Fabrics and prints. A wallpapered ceiling or bold geometric

accessory can easily take a space from drab to fab.

Example: Lattice wallpapers with large lobster or shark

prints are in vogue. “Actress Elisha Cuthbert (of the series

24 ) recently put our lobster print wallpaper in her PEI

bathroom,” says Ewen.

» Layering shades of white anywhere in your home is still red hot.


» Incorporating a few edgy industrial elements blend history

and hipness even to modern decor. Think Edison-style light

bulbs, industrial lamps, trunks or card catalogues.

» Ornate double doors at the entrance can be “your calling

card to your home.” OR loft or barn-type doors with sliding

mounting tracks give separation to an open concept design.

» Carpets in large geometric patterns.

Christina Dennis, blogger at The DIY Mommy, winner of the

show’s Western Canada’s Next Home Stylist competition:

» Move over stainless steel! Mixed metals, such as warm tones

of chrome, burnished copper and hammered bronze, are the

must-have metals. You can include mixed metals into your

hardware, accessories and light fixtures. “Brass or copper

sinks lend an air of elegance to your kitchen.”

» Black or dark-coloured walls in Marseille hues such as

burgundy or oxblood. “Where we went for light, bright

colours on accent walls in recent years, we are now seeing

deep, rich coloured walls.”

» Pillows in burlap, leather, faux fur or with words and quotes

are easy and inexpensive ways to change your décor for the

new season.

» Rugs are always in style. “I made a faux cowhide rug from

fabric I found online.”

» Mixing up vintage with industrial has been trending for a

couple of years now and it doesn’t seem to be going out of

style anytime soon.

» Old doors can be painted, distressed and made into

tabletops, frames or pieces of artwork.

In the end, it’s all about letting your personality shine.

through:

All the designers agree on one thing: If a trend doesn’t reflect

your personal style or resonate with your lifestyle, don’t follow it.

Your home décor should be an extension of your individuality.

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MONIKA AND ROBIN didn’t realize they

were looking for a new home. They’d

recently invested a signifi cant amount of

money into renovating the condominium

they’d lived in for over 15 years, and now

considered it their “dream home.”

Confi rmed condo people, neither

wanted the maintenance hassle of

owning a house… and both loved the

Guildford neighbourhood where they

already lived. Still, every so often they’d

still check out the latest new o erings. “It

was just something fun and di erent to

do on the weekend,” Monika explains.

Then one afternoon, Robin suggested

checking out Chroma, a new development

he’d been keeping a causal eye on for

several months. “I just had a good feeling

about it even though it was only half

fi nished,” he says.

“Roberta, the sales manager showed

us several suites, but each time there

were one or two little things that

didn’t quite work for us,” Monika says.

“Then she took us to see one of the

penthouses. We walked in, looked at

each other and said: uh oh, we’re in

trouble. It was perfect — just what we’d

do if we’d designed it ourselves.”

“I still can’t get over the 13-foot, vaulted

ceilings and the size of the deck,” Robin

continues. “We’ll be able to comfortably

have 15-20 people over for a barbeque in

the summer. We’ve already bought new

patio furniture even though we’ll probably

have to wait till spring to really entertain.”

Monika agrees. “The balcony is

massive and the way it’s designed, it feels

like we’ve actually got three balconies.

We haven’t’ had the space to entertain

before, so we’re really looking forward to

having friends over.”

And there were the serendipitous events

that said the universe was smiling on their

choice. Their favourite couch fi ts perfectly

Buyer Profi le

By Susan M Boyce

Robin and Monika with their four-footed family members, Freki and Fritz.

Monika and RobinDream Home at Chroma

and there’s plenty of room for the new

furniture they’re going to treat themselves

to. There’s a community garden where

Robin says he’ll be able to grown veggies

and herbs. And the area rug they wanted

but was sold out, showed up as a returned

item for a quarter of the original price. “It

all goes to show that you should never say

never,” Monika says.

With moving day fast approaching,

the couple are bubbling with enthusiasm

despite being surrounded by moving

boxes. “This time in three days, we’ll be

sleeping in our new home at Chroma,”

Robin adds. “I’m a fi rm believer that this

part of Surrey will be one of the best

neighbourhoods. It’s going to be a great

move for us.”

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THIS IS IT. Your last chance to purchase a brand

new home at The Ridge at Bose Farms. “This is

the area’s most popular community and the only

one with a true heritage component to it,” says

sales manager Nicole Castle, adding it’s also the

recipient of three gold 2015 Georgie Awards. “The

first two phases sold out extremely rapidly and

already have many happy homeowners moved in,

so there’s a genuine neighbourhood ambiance

developing here.”

Now here’s the best part. “Right now we have

a great selection of our newest and most popular

floorplans — over three dozen in total — available

in our fourth and final phase. But not for long — this

really is your last chance to choose your colour

scheme and decide whether you prefer a view of the

historic, 12-acre Bose Forest Park, the community’s

Historic Courtyard, or the spectacular sunsets over

the ALR land to the west. And once these remaining

homes are gone, they’re gone for good.”

Many buyers, she adds, say they appreciate being

able to secure the exact home they want at today’s

interest rates and still have plenty of time to sell their

current home or save more money toward the down

payment before they move in early in the new year.

Celebrate the Harvest and Taste The Ridge Lifestyle

If you love a good party — and let’s face it, who

doesn’t? — be sure to mark Saturday, October

10th on your calendar because that’s the date of

the Annual Harvest at The Ridge. Always a hit with

homeowners and visitors alike, this opportunity to

experience The Ridge lifestyle includes delicious

country treats, games for the entire family, and toe-

tapping, live music from Tidelander.

This year, you’ll also have a chance to win an

autographed copy of Old Landmark: New Life, the

just released story of the historic Bose family farm’s

transformation. Purchase a home during Harvest

Festival weekend, and you could also win a catered

house-warming party in the fully restored Bose

family home.

The Ridge at Bose Farms’ presentation centre

and display homes are open noon to 5 p.m. daily

except Fridays at 16390 – 64th Avenue in Surrey.

Plans include two-bedroom, two and den, as well

as spacious three-bedroom homes. Priced from

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Last Chance to be Part of History

LocationSurrey

BuilderRDG

DevelopmentCloverdale/Clayton

Home TypeCondominiums

Sales Centre16390 – 64th Avenue

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IS NOT ALWAYS BETTER

BIGGER

By Evelyn Eshun | Photos by Arnal photograpy

LUXURIOUS LIVING is typically defined by

the size of the home. However, without

function and personal style, that big

space is just that, a big space, rather

than a home that provides you with easy

living and style. The answer to crafting

a luxurious and chic home is not size;

it’s about utilizing your square footage

as efficiently as possible. Tricks of the

trade will get you on your way to feeling

comfortable, rather than cramped.

Life as a designer always involves

creating spaces that improve our

clients’ lifestyle, in either renovation or

decoration projects. Carefully listening to

the personal lifestyle needs of each client

is key to creating a successful interior.

Here are some ideas for optimizing your

home’s functionality.

Planning around the daily activities

of your life and including items that

will function for you is the key to

making your space work. If you’re an

avid book reader or collector of items,

you can tuck a TV into a bookshelf

and opt for a large side table or coffee

table with a shelf underneath that can

house magazines and remotes rather

than bringing a media cabinet into the

picture. In the image shown, we created

a den/home office for our condo

client with a custom-designed, built-

in housing a desk, drawers, shelves,

Inspiration | DESIGNER ADVICE

a television and even a hidden closet

behind one of the bookshelves.

Measure, and measure again, before

you go shopping, and don’t give in to

that oversized contemporary sectional

that will overtake the space. The

contemporary styles that are trending

these days are often too low and too

firm. Keep in mind that this piece

should look good, but it needs to be

comfortable. On a sofa with a seat

height less than 19 inches, a tall man

may have difficulty getting up; these are

ergonomic basics that will determine the

comfort level of your sofa.

There is always hidden storage space

that can be found. The bench in the

photo has a six-foot pullout drawer

that was designed to hold our client’s

tablecloths, etc.

The clever use of mirrors and reflective

furnishings will expand the space,

reflect light and add visual interest.

Think beyond the wall when looking for

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Interior designer Evelyn Eshun of Evelyn Eshun Interior Design has been providing innovative, forward thinking and consistently artistic design solutions for her discerning clients for almost two decades. Evelyn is a regular

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Invest in the highest quality

upholstered furnishings you can; the

longevity and comfort will bring luxury

to your home

Do not buy a ‘sofa set.’ You’re better

off buying two sofas or two loveseats

rather than a sofa and a loveseat

Keep your dominant surfaces light to

brighten and lighten the mood (sofa,

walls and fl oors)

Floor-to-ceiling shelving adds

storage and visually gives the illusion

of height

Hang your draperies close to the

ceiling; this gives the illusion of a

higher ceiling

Eliminate the feeling of ‘bland’ with

patterned pillows and blankets in

punchy colours

Furnishings with interesting shapes

and fi nishes will double as art and

express your personality

Tips

places to add mirrors. Consider mirrored

furniture, kitchen backsplash, a panelled

wall of mirrors in a tight entry area. Feel

free to place furniture in front of mirrors

and use the walls opposite or adjacent to

windows to bring in light.

Double-duty furnishings that can

store your things will help keep the area

clutter-free, which is probably the fi rst

tip to living well in a small space. After

all, no matter how large a home is and

how many smart storage solutions you

incorporate, there never seems to be

enough space, so honestly evaluate

your belongings and make the decision

to keep only what is meaningful and

functional or you will be overrun with

useless items that are taking up space.

Consider adding fl oor-to-ceiling

panelling to your space and paint it

all the same colour (including the

baseboards). This is a great way to add

architectural detail. One of my design

beliefs is that if a room is beautiful

‘naked,’ meaning without any furnishings

or accessories, you’ve already got a leg

up to a stylish room.

Lastly, consider using a small amount

of large items and pattern — but just a

dash. An oversized colourful canvas and

geometric rug can bring a spot of chic

to any space, but when you have a small

space, it is a bold gesture, which brings

personality and style to a room.

Space-enhancing visual tricks are fun

to use, but it’s the functionality that brings

easy living to your home, which in turn,

will pamper you with luxury and comfort.


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CONDO LIVING, for the most part, is

small-space living.

Take the time to really think about

your space, your needs and how you live

so you can make sure that your furniture

and accessories work for you.

Smart planning is the key to small-

space living, and having pieces that are

multi-functional is essential.

Measure, measure, measure. Make

sure your furniture fi ts not only in the

space but through doorways, stairwells,

hallways and in the elevator. Smaller-scale

furniture is a fantastic option for small

spaces and nowadays many stores cater

to condo size living with fabulous style.

Upcycling isn’t just a trend, it’s quite

practical when looking for something

“new.” Look for pieces in vintage and

antique shops, or even your parents’

basement, as the scale of older furniture

is generally smaller and ideal for condo

living. Don’t think of vintage pieces as

Make your condo unique


a downgrade — older furniture is often

much more solidly constructed and is

made out of quality materials you just

can’t fi nd at a� ordable prices today. As a

bonus, your furniture will be unique and

something you won’t see in the condo

above or below you.

If your vintage pieces are looking a bit

outdated, refreshing them with Fusion

Mineral Paint is a great way to alter the

character of your piece. You can make

something old-fashioned look modern

and create a burst of colour to accent

your space, or you can take something

average and add layers of paint,

antiquing and distressing it to make it

look like a rare antique fi nd.

Condo living does not often a� ord

the luxury of prepping and painting

your furniture outside. When working in

smaller spaces, you want to minimize

your exposure to harsh chemicals.

Fortunately, Fusion is a zero VOC and

o� ers exceptional adhesion requiring

minimal prep, meaning that it is safe to

use inside without dealing with harsh

chemicals or smells.

Choose a paint palette for your space

that includes walls, furniture and fabric. If

you’re trying to unite a bunch of mix and

match pieces, consider a monochromatic

colour scheme. Opt for several shades

of white and cream or even greys for a

subtle, sophisticated and elegant e� ect.

Painting can often be intimidating, but

can be as simple as a one-step process

using a paint with a built-in top coat. This

chair was outdated, upholstered and dark

looking. We lightened it up with a coat of

Fusion paint using the colour Champlain,

a perfect o� -white with just a hint of

yellow and grey. A neutral fabric to replace

the fl oral pattern gives this outdated

chair a completely new look that is now

repurposed, perfectly modern vintage chic.

Try painting some interesting lamps

you fi nd at a bargain store. The paint will

give something mass-produced a more

unique artisanal quality as lighting in

condos tends to be boring and standard-

issue. Paint is a great way to transform a

condo kitchen — if you’re downsizing, say

from a historic home to a modern ‘box in

the sky’ condo, you may miss some of the

homey touches you’re leaving behind.

Why not paint and glaze the dark

outdated cabinets in your kitchen to

create a farmhouse feel or something

coastal or French country instead?

It will really make the kitchen feel like

the heart of the home and help your

condo stand out from the rest!

Advice | CONDO STYLE

By Jennylyn Pringle

As the President of Homestead House Paint Co., Jennylyn Pringle is the visionary and creator of the Fusion™ brand. Her parents (Scott and Loree) bought the little paint company in 1989 and enlisted Jennylyn from the

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Home TypeCondominium

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ABBOTSFORD

Abacus Uptown LR 604.309.7155 CallHudson’s Loft 2 LR 604.864.8948 CallLift LR 604.557.1047 CallMahogany at Mill Lake HR 778.255.9990 CallWaterleaf LR 604.850.3694 From $179,900

BURNABY

Aldynne on the Park HR 604.541.9517 CallAltitude HR 604.456.8883 From $239,900Aviara HR 604.291.9130 CallBrentwood HR 604.563.8386 From $299,90CentreBlock at Univercity HR libertyhomes.ca From $239,900Gold House HR goldhouseliving.com Coming SoonKings Crossing HR cressey.com/kingscrossingbycressey/ Coming SoonMadison & Dawson LR 604.428.0210 Coming Soon Met 1, The HR 604.899.8800 From $349,800Met 2, The HR 604.899.8800 Coming SoonMidori HR 604.871.4189 Coming SoonMilano HR milanoliving.ca Coming SoonModello HR 604.456.0688 CallNovella MR 604.563.5777 CallOakTerra LR 604.431.6033 CallRedbrick LR 604.527.7955 From Mid $200’sSavile Row LR/TH 604.833.1606 From Low $200’sSaxon LR 604-515-7119 Coming SoonSolo District HR 604.298.8800 From Low $300’sStation Square HR 604.438.1113 CallSubora LR 604.807.4353 From $279,900Trio LR 604.218.3338 From $249,900The Park Metrotown HR 604.936.1888 From $340,900Solo District HR 604.298.8800 From Low $300’sWall Centre Central Park HR 604.874.9232 From $299,000

COQUITLAM

1123 Westwood HR 604.472.1123 CallBrookmere HR 604.259.5991 Coming SoonCharland LR 604.492.3388 CallCrown HR 604.939.8868 From $280,000Evergreen HR 604.942.2672 From $284,900Grand Central 3 HR 604.617.5570 CallHazel LR 604.937.2599 From $220,900Mackin Park LR 604.939.8874 From $234,900The Windsor HR 604.941.8305 From $360,900Uptown2 HR 604.939.2677 From $278,900

NORTH DELTA

Delta Rise HR 604.594.7473 From $189,000Muse LR Liveatmuse.com Coming Soon

LANGLEY

Athenry Gate LR 604.882.8857 From $137,500Cornerstone LR 604.534.6000 CallElements LR 604.533.7718 From $159,900Focal Point LR 604.377.7000 Coming SoonKensington LR 604.427.3311 From $199,900Murrayville House LR 778.808.6563 CallVarsity LR 604.539.2200 From $139,900Yorkson Creek LR yorksoncreek.com From $179,900

MAPLE RIDGE

223 North LR 604.463.0588 From $174,900Meadows Pointe LR 604.807.2423 From $189,900Signature at Falcon Centre LR 604.477.1500 CallParc Vue LR 604.467.8884 CallReflections LR 604.467.0692 CallRivers Edge LR 604.453.9278 From $157,900Station One LR 778.878.1347 From $164,900Wellington Station LR 604.380.0300 From $189,900

NEW WESTMINSTER

The Sapperton at Brewery District HR 604.525.3941 From $229,900Duo at Port Royal LR 604.520.9890 From $218,900Grove, The LR 604.523.0733 CallLookout at Victoria Hill, The LR 605.523.0733 CallParkside at Victoria Hill HR 604.523.0733 CallPortage MR 778.398.1344 CallRiverSky HR 604.523.0733 From $289,900The Royal at Victoria HIll LR 604.523. 0733 Coming SoonWestbourne LR westbourneliving.com Coming soon

NORTH VANCOUVER

221 East 3rd LR Coming Soonx61 LR/TH 604.971.3181 CallAnchor, The HR 604.988.8800 From $379,900Atrium at the Pier MR/TH 604.983.9065 CallAve Boutique Res., The LR 778.985.4676 CallCates Landing LR/TH 604.929.5746 CallCentreView HR 604.988.8540 CallDestiny 2 MR 604.929.1915 From $259,900Cates Landing LR/TH 604.871.4126 CallLocal on Lonsdale HR/LR/TH 604.998.0219 Call

Penthouse (PH) Live Work (LW) City Home (CH) High Rise (HR) Mid Rise (MR) Low Rise (LR) Loft (LO) Townhouse (TH)

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Maplewood North LR 604.727.1594 From $378,900Northlands LR 604.800.2120 From $244,900Pinnacle Residences at the Pier MR 604.983.9065 CallTatlow LR [email protected] Coming SoonThe Drive 1177 LR 604.986.8138 CallThe Residences at Lynn Valley MR lynnvalleyresidences.com Coming SoonTrophy at the Pier MR 604.983.9065 CallSeylynn Vilage HR 604.980,5000 From Low $300’sSeymour Village TH www.seymourvillage.com From $689,900Shore, The MR 604.980.0016 From Low $200’sWest Quay MR 604.988.8858 Coming Soon

PITT MEADOWS

Cedar Downs LR 778.846.3200 CallLiv42 LR 604.460.6601 From $134,900

PORT COQUITLAM Altura LR 604.552.5887 From $158,900Amanti on Welcher LR 604.657.9288 CallCarmandy LR 604.435.9477 From $209,900Fremont Green LR 604.349.9245 CallLa Via LR 604.475.5100 From $169,900Orchid LR 604.866.4206 From $159,900Prima Residences LR 604.945.3999 CallShaughnessy, The HR 604.468.8252 CallSouth Verde LR 604.468.8252 CallSpring on Kelly LR 778.809.3488 From $215,900Valorie on the Park LR 604.464.4764 From $246,900

PORT MOODY

Station, The HR 604.492.3338 Call

RICHMONDAlexandra Court LR 604.278.5809 CallAlfa HR 604.276.2532 CallAvanti LR/HR 604.276.9186 CallCamber LR/HR 604.276.0677 CallCadence HR 604.276.868 Call Concord Gardens HR 604.233.7748 From $300,000’sElle HR 604.273.1313 From Low $300’s Gardens, The LR 604.271.3331 From $384,900Mandarin Walk LR/TH 604.278.0808 CallOpal at Richmond Centre HR 604.303.7575 From $464,900Ora HR 604.278.8838 CallOrchid by Beedie HR [email protected] Coming SoonOxford Lane TH oxfordlane.ca Coming Soon

Parc Riviera MR 604.231.5900 From Low $200’s

Park Residences at Minoru HR 604.303.8878 Call

Pier, The LR 604.274.7326 Call

Pinnacle Living at Capstan HR/MR/TH 604.303.0148 Call

Pinnacle Living Sorrento MR/HR 604.303.0148 Call

Quintet HR 604.303.8878 Call

Riva MR 604.278.8825 Call

River Green MR 604.233.2633 Call

River Inlet MR/TH 604.233.2633 Call

Tempo HR 604.276.8885 Call

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Aqua TH/LR 1.877.344.5566 From $239,000

Elaho TH 604.898.2232 Coming Soon

University Heights LR 1.888.852.7575 Call

SURREY

3 Civic Plaza HR 604.957.3331 Call

Ascend LR 604.596.2202 From $170’s

Balance LR tiensher.com Coming Soon

Chroma LR 604.581.5399 From $169,900

Connect LR 778.395.1886 From $118,800

Esplanade at Waterstone LR 604.530.5399 From $219,900

G3 Residences HR 604.453.6688 Call

Evolve HR 604.497.0102 Call

Joy TH 778.564.1875 Call

Manarola LR 604.800.9255 From $189,900

Park Ave West HR 604.583.9866 From $250,000

Park Central LR 604.817.5852 From $289,900

Prime HR liveprime.ca Coming Soon

Prime on Plaza HR 604.498.3888 Call

Quattro LR 604.581.8000 From $159,900

Ridge at Bose Farms LR 604.888.514 From $174,900

University District HR 604.588.5795 From $221,900

Verve LR 604.588.3783 From $160’s

Wave HR 604.951.9283 From $291,900

Wynd HR 604.951.9283 From $199,900

CLOVERDALE

Grove, The LR 604.523.0733 From $279,900

One92 LR 604.576.1772 From $199,900



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Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. Pricing is subject to change; you should contact the specific development for current details or special promotions. To

report any changes or corrections to this information, please contact our office at 604.519.6080, fax 604.519.6088, or email [email protected]

VANCOUVER & AREA

DOWNTOWN188 Keefer LR 604.620.2018 CallAddition HR 604.620.6692 From $349,900Burrard Place HR burrardplace.ca Coming SoonThe Charleson HR 604.689.8535 CallEventide LR 604.783.1044 Call Fairmont Pacific Rim Estates HR 604.781.4303 CallKeefer Block LR 604.682.8813 From $269,900Mark, The HR 604.687.4353 CallPrivate Residences at Hotel Georgia, The HR 604.682.8107 CallTate Downtown HR 604.568.8283 From $399,900Trump International Hotel and Tower® Vancouver HR 604.568.7888 CallVancouver House HR 604.893.8958 Call

EAST SIDE188 Keefer HR 604.893.1736 CallBohème LR 604.569.3388 From $227,900Bold on Fraser LR 604.264.6707 CallEast Park LR/CH 604.879.3257 CallGem, The LR liveatthegem.com Coming SoonKensington Gardens MR 604.620.7886 Call Local LR 604.688.5527 From $349,900Main Street LR 604.877.1116 From $339,900Oxford, The LR 604.779.0091 From Low $200s Paragon MR 604.688.5566 Coming SoonOne Town Centre at River District HR 604.879.8830 $299,900Two Town Centre at River District LR 604.879.8830 $299,900Rhythm MR 604.437.5315 From $339,900Skyway HR 604.436.1100 CallView338 LR 604.303.8838 From $219,900Vya MR 604.559.1070 From $239,999Wall Centre Central Park HR 604.874.9232 From $299,900Wohlsein MR 604.558.0899 From $529,900

WEST SIDE1555 West Eighth LR/MR 604.828.3998 Coming Soon35 Park West LR 604.563.8336 Call41 West MR 604.563.8336 Call6th & Yukon LR cressey.ca Coming Soon99 West MR 604.620.8600 From $528,800Aperture LR/TH 604.345.9000 CallArbutus Ridge MR 604.738.0001 CallBinning Tower HR 604.646.1111 From $499,900Block 100 HR 604.682.8801 CallBoulevard Private Residences LR 604.685.5778 From $367,400Cambie Star MR 604.876.9222 CallCanvas MR 604.875.8508 CallCentral HR 604.662.3373 CallCitti MR 604.880.6880 CallThe Creek Voda HR thecreekbyconcert.com Coming SoonEmpire at QE Park MR/TH 604.687.8800 CallGranville at 70th HR 604.687.2298 Call

Kerrisdale Gardens MR 604.559.9848 From $540,900Leveson LR 604.808.8312 CallLivingstone House LR 604.998.8988 From $639,900MC2 HR 604.638.9998 CallParc 26 MR/TH 604.336.6380 CallMidtown LR 604.563.3330 CallMonarch MR/TH 604.568.6883 From $444,900Northwest HR 604.325.5151 CallParc Elise MR/TH 604.336.6380 CallPark&Metro LR 604.325.8111 CallPinnacle Living Broadway MR 604.739.2080 CallPinnacle Living False Creek MR 604.874.8368 CallProdigy MR 604.221.8878 From high $300sOne Town Centre at River District HR 604.879.8830 Now PreviewingTwo Town Centre at River District LR 604.879.8830 Coming SoonShannon Wall Centre Kerrisdale LR 604.267.8882 CallSota HR 604.671.1025 From 2.5 millionThe Ivy LR 604.566.5888 Coming SoonThe Leveson LR 604.880.8312 Coming SoonThe Laureates HR 604.221.4450 CallThe One HR 604.874.8368 CallThe Spot MR 604.568.6886 From $269,900Tower Green at West HR 604.707.9378 From $319,000The Village on False Creek HR 604.733.2010 From $390,500W10th & Maple MR/TH 604.739.2080 Call

TSAWWASSEN

Brio LR 604.943.8811 CallCityhomes LR 604.948.2345 CallTsawwassen Springs SF/LR 604.948.HOME Call

WEST VANCOUVER 23rd and Bellevue HR Cressey.com Coming SoonEvelyn MR 604.922.0330 CallGalleries on the Bay LR 604.836.7355 From $490,000Kerrisdale by Cressey LR cressey.com Coming Soon

WHITE ROCK / SOUTH SURREY

Adagio LR 604.531.6659 From $288,900Beverley MR cressey.com Coming SoonEdgewater LR 604.818.5603 From $339,900Elgin House LR 604.541.8092 CallGemini LR 604.536.1663 CallHeights, The LR 778.545.8737 From $364,900Newport at West Beach LR 604.536.0256 From $289,900 Royce LR 604.538.8028 CallSaltaire LR 605.560.1656 Call Sausalito LR 604.538.3237 CallSouth Point Walk LR 604.560.3238 From $230’s


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