New homes in a desirableVancouver neighbourhood offer homebuyers quality, style and location. Listraor’s Carrington features Tudor-style townhomes at Oak and 45th, an area that is close to transportation, shopping and downtown. “People feel lucky they’re able to live there,” says Listraor sales manager Carla Zivot. ›› p.6
scaling it down… Former municipal councillor Judy Higginbotham, who served on Surrey’s council for 25 years, talks about homes. She and husband Pat may eventually buy a recreation property – for a summer getaway or, perhaps – to downsize into a smaller home. ›› p.2, 10
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Making the right move Finding a new home that fits your needs does not necessarily mean downsizing
Improved home affordability is stimulating the housing market across Canada, according to the latest housing report from RBC Economics. And in B.C. in the first quarter of the year alone, housing affordability showed the sharpest improvements since 1991, reports RBC. Aggressive economic policy and softening home prices are drawing buyers back into the market, resulting in home affordability recording some of the biggest quarterly improvements on record in the first quarter of June of 2009, the July report says. RBC senior economist Robert Hogue says that, with financial market turmoil subsiding and the flow of credit increasing, home resale activity has rallied impressively since the late winter. “What’s most impressive is how widespread this rebound has been, with all major cities in Canada experiencing a revival,” Hogue says. In the first quarter of this year, monthly payments on a typical detached bungalow in Canada has decreased by close to 17 per cent from a year earlier, thanks to significant cuts in mortgage rates and “the federal government taking an active role in supporting the mortgage securities market,” a release states. Affordability improved in all housing segments at the national level, RBC reports, marking the third consecutive quarterly decline in home ownership costs. “Housing markets generally appear to be on the mend in Canada but the road to full recovery still has obstacles,” Hogue says. “With property values stabilizing and the effect of the steep drop in mortgage rates likely behind us, further improvement in affordability will depend on greater gains in family income. Those gains will be dictated by the speed of the economic expected during the second half of this year.”
TRICIA LESLIE The children are all grown, and the huge house they grew up in is all but empty. Maintenance and upkeep on the home and yard is becoming overwhelming. Utility bills are through the roof, and repairs or renovations are sorely needed. There are several reasons why people might start thinking about downsizing – or, as some call it, rightsizing – to a smaller home, and many reasons make sense. Making the move into a new home makes even more sense, say some, since it means everything from the appliances to the exterior finishings is brand-new, and will not need repair for years. New homes also usually come with builder warranties to protect owners for years to come, as well. “I don’t really think people are willing to give up quality,” says Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association CEO Peter Simpson. Downsizing doesn’t necessarily mean moving into a condo or townhome, he notes, although that market presents plenty of options to home buyers. At Anderson Walk, an Epta Properties development of single-family homes in South Surrey, the first houses in the 51home project are in the 2,500-square foot range. Epta Properties vice-president and director Chris Tsakumis says the homes are drawing interest from downsizers as well as first-time buyers. “We’ve provided basically maintenancefree homes. I was surprised to see how many downsizers – from all over the Lower Mainland – who are interested,” Tsakumis says. “The South Surrey-White Rock lifestyle is attracting people from Vancouver, CONTINUED ON P.2
Mosaic Homes sales manager Saralyn Slarks enjoys the garden at Mosaic’s Links community in Port Coquitlam. The rowhomes offer a downsized lifestyle to homebuyers. Rob Newell photo
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Cut down on the unnecessary before the move Whether you’re an empty nester moving from a house into a condo, or a renter trading in a two-bedroom to own a new studio, you’ll have to say sayonara to some of your stuff. Stressed out by the prospect? Don’t be. Sarah Moyse and Jennie Davidson, Toronto-based moving planners and owners of Wren Designs, offer 10 tips designed to make downsizing a snap:
✓ Write a list of all the items you love and can’t live without; it will help you bid adieu to things that didn’t make the list. “It’s hard to persuade people they can’t take everything with them,” Sarah says. “But by keeping what’s on your wish list, you won’t be upset about the things you can’t keep.”
✓ Start thinning out your belongings at least three months before the move. Take some time each day, or one morning each week, to go through that jammed coat closet or overflowing filing cabinet. “Paper is the real killer,” Jennie says, so tackle it one box at a time. The same goes for photos, which require a lot of attention.
✓ Get a feel for the size of your new rooms by comparing them to rooms of similar dimensions in your present home. For instance, your livingroom-to-be might be roughly the same size as your current bedroom. You may think you can squeeze in two sofas, but this kind of reality check could help you realize that only one will fit comfortably.
✓ Heavily edit areas with items that don’t have as much sentimental value. Take the kitchen, for example; most people don’t need 10 mixing bowls and won’t get teary-eyed over losing a second spatula. If you’re downsizing from a house to a condo, target the garage. Snow shovels, the lawn mower, ladders – you won’t need any of them.
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At Carnoustie Golf Course, right next door to Mosaic’s Links rowhome community in Port Coquitlam, local residents enjoy playing golf. Rob Newell photo
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Richmond... one couple is moving from a 5,000-sq.-ft. home in Burnaby.” Some home owners may just be looking for the right house level for them, says Portrait Homes marketing sales manager Troy Steine. ✓ Label three bins To Keep, To Sell and Charity “I refer to it as people making the best (bins should be manageable when full). For the choice they can make to suit their lifestyle,” average downsize, keep only one-third to onehe says. “Some people are coming from older half of your belongings, say Sarah and Jennie. homes, but have made the decision not to put all that money into renovations, so they move ✓ Get an objective opinion. If you can’t decide into a brand-new residence.” whether to keep or kiss that dusty ’70s-era sewOne couple from North Vancouver moved ing machine goodbye, Sarah says, “It’s good to to a single-family home in Portrait’s The Crest have someone who’ll say, ‘Oh, please, you never at Silver Ridge, which won a Gold SAM use that!’” It might just be the kick you need. award for Best Residential Community in Canada, to be closer to their grand✓ When selling your goods, try an Smaller children, and to have room for them auction for high-end items. Then look they visit, he notes. can be when for reputable antique and secondhand Starting this fall, home buyers better will have the chance to get a peek at dealers. Often, they can buy all of your wares or put you in touch with booksellPortrait’s new, 145-unit townhome ers and other specialty dealers. “Some community, also in Maple Ridge, endealers will come to your home, take what titled Brighton. you don’t want and even drop off the charity “It’s nice and quiet, close to nature, and it stuff,” Sarah says. “That way you won’t be trudgwill give (homebuyers) more choice,” Steine ing all over town.” says. While some families still want a larger yard ✓ Use floor plans to prearrange your furniture and more space, some are looking for less before the move. This is another useful reality maintenance and less work around the home. check. To start, draw plans if you don’t have any, “I like to call it a lock-it-and-leave-it and sketch in a furniture layout. Then look at the lifestyle,” Simpson says. “Often, (homebuyplans realistically; if you’ve crammed in side taers) want to forget about the lawn cutting and bles, armoires and chairs, you need to edit more. snow plowing and enjoy their lifestyle.” Don’t wait until after you move to contend with Moving from a larger home to a smaller cycle, reuse, sell and donate instead. As tempting and easy as it is to pitch wire hangers, musty clothes and shabby furnishings, be environmentally responsible and find a home for everything.
furniture you’ll just end up tripping over.
Downsizing into a smaller home can mean financial benefits and less maintenance work.
dwelling can mean financial benefits for the downsizers, too. Ridding the onus of a mortgage can be one benefit, or investing the extra dollars from moving into a less expensive home. Smaller utility bills can add up extra savings as well.
At Mosaic Homes, a company known for its high-quality residential developments throughout Metro Vancouver and Washington State, sales and marketing manager Andrea CONTINUED ON P.5
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Once you get to the packing stage, use a colour-coded system to organize all of your boxes. Choose a colour for each room and mark the boxes destined for that room with a coordinating colour sticker. You can also do the same thing numerically; for example, if room No. 1 is the kitchen, then all boxes marked No. 1 will go there. Source: www.styleathome.com
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Camp says Mosaic strives to recognize the significance of the move when people choose to downsize. “What we try to work really hard at is to maximize the storage in the home,” she says. “From what we Smaller hear, things that (home buyers) can be don’t want to compromise on are storage and a double garage.” better Mosaic’s signature rowhomes – such as the Georgian-inspired Tatton in Coquitlam, or the EastCoast-shingle-style in Port Coquitlam’s Links – offer home buyers open, two- to four-bedroom homes in the 1,600 to 1,900-sq. ft. range. Camp says Mosaic offers extra options to allow home owners to customize their homes, and notes that downsizers can often afford homes with the best views, on premium lots. “You don’t want to feel like you’re giving up everything,” she says, and adds Mosaic also pays close attention to the outdoor space offered in a deck. “Our decks always span the width of the home. They’re nice and big and appeal to people who are likely to spend time sitting out on, and enjoying, their deck.” Former municipal councillor Judy Higginbotham, who served on Surrey council for 25 years, and her husband Pat were recently looking at The Cottages at Cultus Lake, a development they say they may potentially consider for a summer getaway – or perhaps to eventually, downsize for retirement. “We’re just looking,” Higginbotham says, on Living a more laid-back lifestyle is what many downsizing homebuyers are looking for, and taking the time to enjoy the patio or perhaps, a a sunny afternoon in the showhome, noting Rob Newell photo that having extra bedrooms for grandchildren peaceful picnic lunch, as Mosaic sales manager Saralyn Slarks demonstrates in the kitchen of a 1,900-sq.-ft Links home. and family is always nice. he likes the open, yet covered design of the smaller home, a new home, a summer home there, and the buyer has transformed so An avid cook, she notices the brand-new $5-million amenities clubhouse, which deor a mixture of all of the above, there’s one much,” Steine says. kitchen appliances – and the counter space – velopment partners John Van Geel and Dave fact all seem to agree upon: there is a wealth “Buyers today do their research. They have that come with the home. Balsor built with The Cottages’ first phase. of options for home buyers right now. more knowledge and more access to informaPat notes the cottage is so well-built, it can But whether buyers are looking for a “People have a lot of different choices out tion, and they know what they want.” easily be a year-round home, and adds that
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Tasteful, Tudor-style townhomes
Classic collection comes with Vancouver zip code Buy into a neighbourhood you’ll love to come home to at Listraor’s Carrington Location has always been a key component in real estate, if not the most important. It is more than a place to reside. It’s the home owner’s connection to the community and the surrounding neighbourhood. It’s the hub to transit, education, parks, shops and services. Carrington, a new Listraor development at 45th Avenue and Oak Street in Vancouver, is a classic collection of 30 Tudor-style townhomes that offers potential home buyers a Vancouver rarity: a new home in a desirable neighbourhood. “Buyers love that neighbourhood,” says Listraor sales manager Carla Zivot. “It’s definitely a beautiful neighbourhood to be a part of, and you’re close to transportation, close to getting downtown, and close to Oakridge (shopping centre).” The impressive red-brick-detailed townhomes feature the decorative medieval-inspired half-timbering common in the Tudor style, giving the homes a chic, trendy flair. “(Listraor owner Craig Rowland) built these to fit into the neighbourhood,” Zivot notes. Listraor backs every home to the highest standards and quality, and has earned a reputation as a highquality builder, she adds. “Just getting that kind of quality in a neighbour-
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Listraor’s Carrington, a Vancouver townhome project, offers new homes in a highly sought-after neighbourhood. Homes are designed with open plans, high-quality finishes, gourmet kitchens, and spa-inspired bathrooms. “People feel lucky they’re able to live there,” says Listraor sales manager Carla Zivot. Rob Newell photos
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hood where there’s not a lot of availability is a draw,” Zivot says. “People feel lucky they’re able to live there.” Most Carrington homes have rooftop decks; remaining homes are two-bedroom-plus-den with a rooftop deck, or a three-bedroom-plus-loft plan. Homes range in square footage and price, and start from $749,900. Interiors feature gourmet kitchens with custom wood cabinets, stone slab countertops, hand-set tile backsplashes and a designer stainless steel appliance package. Bathrooms also feature custom cabinetry, marble or limestone countertops, soaker tubs, hand-set flooring and surrounds and Kohler fixtures. Hardwood flooring, large windows and nine-foot ceilings on the main levels are among the other attractions at Carrington, and home buyers can choose from two designer-co-ordinated colour schemes. A sales centre is now open. Visit www. carringtonliving.com for more details.
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“Lakeshore Three is a truly unique offering in the South Okanagan.”
On the waterfront: Lakeshore life Imagine living just steps from Okanagan Lake, surrounded by stunning mountain and water views. After a day on the lake, relax on your own patio, or lounge by the resort-like pool and garden oasis, and perhaps, taste some wine you’ve stored in a climate-con-
Cottages at Cultus Lake Summers at the cottage create some of the best memories treasured in many peoples’ hearts, but at The Cottages at Cultus Lake, that lifestyle can be experienced year-round. Set in an exclusive enclave at the south end of Cultus Lake in Chilliwack, The Cottages will eventually comprise 221 homes on 45 acres, within a provincial park. “The first thing we hear is proximity – it’s about 90 minutes from Vancouver,” says Cottages sales director Matthew McClenaghan. “This is your one shot to own freehold property in the middle of a provincial park.” The first phase, 95 homes, sold out in six hours, McClenaghan says. Many enjoy the homes as a summer getaway, while others choose to live in the natural surroundings year-round. “It really is a four-season community,” he notes.
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trolled wine cellar. This is the lifestyle that those who own homes in Lakeshore Three, a 15-storey concrete tower in Penticton, experience every day. While amenities at Lakeshore Three also include three owners’ lounges, two fitness rooms and two guests suites, every owner also gets a cedar wine locker in the wine cellar that can hold up to 100 bottles. An adjacent wine-tasting lounge features a kitchen and flatscreen TV. “In bringing highrise condominium living to Penticton’s waterfront, Lakeshore Three is a truly unique offering in the South Okanagan,” says David MacCallum, development manager for 160 Lakeshore Development LP. “With a combination of carefree waterfront living, luxurious finishes, breathtaking views and resort-style amenities, there’s simply nothing that compares.” Lakeshore Three was developed by Okanagan Pacific Properties, a partnership between Pacific Capital Real Estate Corporation and the Okanagan’s own Kenyon family, of Greyback Construction Ltd. All homes come with gourmet kitchens, sleek ensuite bathrooms and spacious balconies, as well as nine-foot-high ceilings, individually controlled air conditioning and heating, stainless steel kitchen appliances and polished granite countertops. While the Okanagan offers plenty of summertime activities, there is also the lure of
fresh powder at local ski resorts in the winter, rounds of golf at nearby courses, wine tours and tastings, and a wide range of dining, entertainment and other recreational activities, all close at hand. Homes at Lakeshore Three are 84 per cent sold out, and MacCallum says it has been nice to see people enjoying their homes, and the project’s amenities. “It’s been so rewarding to see the community come to life – owners socializing poolside, entertaining at wine tastings, or enjoying a summer barbecue,” he says. The remaining units are all available for immediate possession. Prices start at $429,000 for a city view, 1,360 square foot two-bedroom-and den; lake view two-bedrooms start at $499,900 (1,160 sq. ft.). Visit www.lakeshoreliving.ca or call 1-877553-0100 for more information.
Live at Lakeshore Three in the Okanagan’s Penticton, and experience the lifestyle.
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KAMLOOPA POW WOW: Kamloops July 31
BLUEGRASS WEEKEND: Osoyoos Aug. 6-9
BONAPARTE POW WOW: Hat Creek Ranch, Cache Creek
KAYAK FESTIVAL: Clearwater/Wells Gray July 31-Aug. 2
OPEN AIR PERFORMANCES: Lake Country Aug. 7-22
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NORTH THOMPSON FALL FAIR: Barriere Sept. 5-7
MT. KOBAU STAR PARTY: Osoyoos Aug. 15-23
KETTLE VALLEY TRAIN ROBBERY & BBQ: Summerland August 2, 16 + 30th
Wine Festivals
NICOLA VALLEY PRO RODEO & FALL FAIR: Merritt September 5-6
ASHCROFT FALL FAIR: Sept. 13
SUMMER WINE FESTIVAL: Silver Star, Vernon Aug. 6-8
BC PRO BULL RIDER FINALS & BEERFEST: Princeton September 12-13
ROCK CREEK & BOUNDARY FALL FAIR: Rock Creek September 19-20
6TH TAILGATE PARTY: Naramata Bench Sept. 12
WORKING COWBOYS COMPETITION: Kamloops Sept. 26-27
110TH INT. PROV. EXHIBITION: Armstrong Sept. 2-6 SUMMERLAND FALL FAIR: Sept. 11-13 SALMON ARM FAIR: Sept. 11-13
The Naramata Bench Wineries drop their Tailgates! winemakers & wine lovers get together & get down for
FESTIVALS . EVENTS Get all the details at: aboriginalbc.com (Armstrong) aschamber.com barrieredistrict.com caravanfarmtheatre.com destinationosoyoos.ca (Ashcroft/Cache Creek) goldcountry.bc.ca lakecountrychamber.com naramatabench.com okeeferanch.ca (Wine Festivals) owfs.com princeton.ca robsonvalleymusicfestivalbc.com rockcreekfallfair.ca rootsandblues.ca salmonarmfair.org shuswapbc.ca similkameencountry.org sorrento-centre.bc.ca summerlandchamber.bc.ca tourismkamloops.com tourismkelowna.com tourismmerritt.com (Penticton) vacationshappenhere.com vernontourism.com wellsgraycountry.com
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…on the beach *R&R EXTRA! Your beach home can be year-round Some people live for the beach. At the Residences at the Beach Club in Parksville, homeowners can live on the beach in a year-round, resort-inspired lifestyle. Following the overwhelming success of The Beach Club, Parksville’s new oceanside resort, Sandcastle Holdings Ltd. brought together the same team to bring 56 exclusive condominium residences to life. “It’s the only full-ownership beachfront property in our area,” notes sales manager Ainsley Moore (Parksville is located about 40 minutes north of Nanaimo, on Vancouver Island). “This is the only chance to own actual,
walk-on beachfront property... the view from natural gas barbecue quick-connect. the penthouse is unbelievable.” The Residences are zoned for year-round From one-bedroom living, Moore says, and homes to expansive adds that permanent penthouses with residents have their spectacular views, own underground The Residences at parking and amenities the Beach Club offer just for owners, includhomebuyers highing an indoor pool, quality architecture, whirlpool, steam room design and finishings, and fully equipped fitMoore says, and adds ness centre. that only 19 homes Homeowners also remain. have access to The Outside, an elegant Beach Club’s services, West Coast extesuch as a fine dining rior features overrestaurant with a patio sized windows and on the beach, or the balconies made for resort’s luxurious spa. entertaining, while “It’s a great beach kitchens have poland the homes are ished granite counamazing,” she says. A rendering of The Residences at the Beach tertops and stainless “They’re pretty Club in Parksville, on Vancouver Island. steel appliances. skookum.” Bathrooms have Find out more by marble countertops, living rooms feature visiting The Residences website at www. cozy fireplaces, and all homes come with a parksvillebeachclub.com
Cultus Lake living CONTINUED FROM P.10
Partners Jon Van Geel (president, Adriana Pacific Development) and Dave Balsor (president, Ocean Park Developments Ltd.) built the $5-million amenities clubhouse with the first phase of The Cottages. Former Surrey municipal councillor Judy Higginbotham and husband Pat were recently looking at The Cottages (see photo, page 8). “I like that it fulfills all the needs of a cottage, but looks more like a finished home,” Pat says. Judy agrees, and suggests it could be a chance to downsize. “I have fond memories of coming here (Cultus Lake) as a kid,” she says. McClenaghan notes that many home buyers at The Cottages are making a legacy purchase, with the intention of passing the home on to their children and grandchildren. Homes start from $339,900. Visit www.cultuslakecottages.com.
LUXURY OCEANSIDE LIVING IN PARKSVILLE
like waking up on vacation... everyday The Residences at The Beach Club is the most coveted address in Parksville. The eightstory concrete condominium tower is a distinctive landmark and the stunning setting defies description. Interiors are elegant, spacious and supremely comfortable. Amenities include indoor pool, hot tub, steam room and gym. The ocean is just steps away. Those who live here revel in that holiday feeling every day. Completion Fall 2009.
GRAND OPENING AUGUST 8th
final release of homes priced from high $300’s
www.parksvillebeachclub.com toll free 1-866-330-7274 SALES CENTRE 194 Beachside Drive, Parksville, BC
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