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Stephanie MacDonald ART DIRECTOR

Megan Pike CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Wayne Karl Elisa Krovblit Lydia McNutt (on leave) STAFF WRITERS

Susan M Boyce Janine Mackie

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How to avoid these bathroom decorating “don’ts”.

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buyers’ resource section

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GRAPHIC DESIGNER

by Wayne Karl

by Lisa Canning

EDITOR

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these neutrals are anything but blasé

Edwin Rizarri

MEDIA CONSULTANTS

inspiration

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SENIOR SALES MANAGER, WESTERN CANADA

Yanic Simard

by Michelle Hopkins

How bringing baby home changed this couple’s life

Moe Lalani

DESIGN EDITOR

The perfect place to live and play

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Hot Properties

What’s new and hot in Metro Vancouver’s marketplace

64 Listings Directory in every issue

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24 Mind over Mortgage

Understanding mortgage default insurance

by Alisa Aragon

46 Buyer Profile

Claudia and Joey find home at Guildford the Great

by Susan M Boyce

56 Home Smarts

How to stage your home for sale

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A seamless experience We hope you’re enjoying the new look and feel of New Condo Guide.

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Take us on the go with you and enjoy the magazine, but when you’ve got the opportunity, follow the links to YPNextHome.ca. We’re sure you’ll be impressed with the additional resources, such as video, more pictures and other articles of interest.

We want the experience to be seamless and enjoyable. We’ve focused on bringing you the best information, the most interesting content and valuable news so that you can make an informed decision about your next home.

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Everyone is looking forward to the holidays, but just because you’re drinking rum and eggnog doesn’t mean you should put your homehunting on hold. Now is the perfect time to spend some time visiting some of the amazing show suites that are open all over Metro Vancouver. You’ll likely avoid the crowds and have an

opportunity to have an in-depth discussion with the sales and marketing associates who know more about the place than anyone. You’ll also have an opportunity to see what the building and the neighbourhood have to offer in the winter, when being close to transit and shopping is more important than ever.

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Property Profile | PARK&METRO TOWNHOMES

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Park&Metro Townhomes New Style on Cambie Corridor Location

AFTER WOWING HOMEBUYERS with stylish, forward-

Vancouver

thinking condominium homes, Park&Metro is about to release 24 highly anticipated townhome residences. And like their predecessors, these homes are going to shake up the way homebuyers think about the Cambie Corridor.

Located just a few blocks from the burgeoning amenities of Marine Gateway, there’s a totally different feel to the neighbourhood where Park&Metro is just beginning construction — a quiet, residential enclave that’s truly one of Vancouver’s hidden gems. “Very few people are aware what a significant difference there is in ambiance when you’re only a block off arterials like Cambie Street or Marine Drive,” says Nic Paolella, Marcon’s development manager. “Streets are lined with

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flowering cherry trees, you’re steps to parks, and because there’s very little vehicle traffic, it’s safer for walking or cycling.”

Sales manager Celia Chiu adds that the Westside address resonates with buyers who want prestige plus excellent access to quality schools for their children including Sir Winston Churchill Secondary School, a public secondary school that’s one of Vancouver’s two International Baccalaureate schools, and one of only three offering a French Immersion program. Plus there’s easy transit access to UBC, Langara College, and SFU’s downtown Vancouver campus.

People love the fact we’re bringing back the red brick architecture that’s always been popular in this residential neighbourhood. –Celia Chiu

Neighbourhood with Character “People love the fact we’re bringing back the red brick architecture that’s always been popular in this residential neighbourhood,” Celia says, pointing to dramatic vertical accents and gated individual entries. Even more intriguing is the visual interplay created by horizontal metallic accents and glass inserts in each front door. You could say it’s a perfect blending of tradition and contemporary minimalism— or you could just make it easy on yourself and say these homes look great.

Inside too, Park&Metro’s townhomes are designed with the exceptional attention to detail I’ve come to expect from this experienced, local developer. Kitchens feature solid-slab, easy to clean backsplashes. Cabinetry is a contemporary high-gloss finish with integrated wall ovens, fridges, and dishwashers as well as a personal favourite — two built-in USB/charging stations for your iPhone, iPad, and laptop.

There’s storage too — lots of storage, including a full-height pantry. Result? A clean, modernist look with plenty of space to satisfy the most passionate home chef. Plus there’s the comfort of air conditioning in every home.

“And of course, Park&Metro continues the Marcon tradition

of designing master bedrooms that feel truly grand — lots of room for a king-sized bed plus night tables,” Celia says. Plus there’s a luxurious ensuite featuring extra-deep soaker tub, glass shower with both hand-held and rainfall shower heads, as well as dual sinks, walk-in closet, and floor-to-ceiling tile feature walls.

Oh and here’s another cool standard, one I haven’t seen before. Every Park&Metro home includes a wall safe in the master bedroom closet — meaning you’ve finally got somewhere secure for your passport, jewelry and other valuables. Brilliant.

Want yet another enticement? The property’s existing boulevard will be transformed into a public park as part of the enhancements the City of Vancouver is implementing as part of the new Marpole community plan.

Park&Metro will be located at West 64th Avenue and Columbia Street in Vancouver. Presentation centre open noon to 5 p.m. daily except Fridays at 688 Southwest Marine.

Townhomes now selling: condominium homes ranging from one- to three-bedrooms also available. For more information, visit marcon.ca/parkandmetro or call 604.325.8111.

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Neighbourhood Profile | SOUTH CAMBIE

South Cambie A neighbourhood on the rise

by Michelle Hopkins YOU PROBABLY REMEMBER that trying

to get around South Cambie during the Canada Line construction was an exercise in frustration. You might have even shunned shopping or dining in the neighbourhood. You can toss all and any excuses to the wind once you’ve ventured into this burgeoning neighourhood that offers a plethora of great dining, shopping and activities for all ages.

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discovered. It’s home to a variety of upscale, bohemian and chic boutiques, bakeries, bars and restaurants.

You’ll also find lovingly restored “Vancouver Specials” co-habiting with million dollar contemporary homes. This enclave will soon be home to condos, townhomes and apartments as the city has rezoned parts of South Cambie allowing for high-density development.

Over 1,000 units are in the works up and down Cambie from 16th to 41st Avenues along the Canada Line.

Also worth discovering are the the neighbourhood Crown Jewels: Queen Elizabeth Park and Nat Bailey Stadium.

South Cambie is also renowned for its top-notch hospitals, great educational institutions, the posh Oakridge Shopping Centre, and let’s not forget the great ethnic eateries, funky watering holes and distinctive boutique shops.

It’s all about location. A central city neighbourhood attracts a certain type of person: One who embraces cycling or taking transit to work; someone who likes to walk out to enjoy the restaurants and shops — and that someone typically has a healthy income. South Cambie residents are now affluent upper mobile young professionals and families, as well as empty nesters with deep pockets.

With all the changes in this corridor, living here isn’t cheap. An older, teardown will put you back $1.5 million and a new home will cost upwards of $2 million. However, once a number of condo projects are built, it will make living here more affordable!

For Bill, a 51-year-old married painting contractor with two young daughters, the proximity to both downtown Vancouver and eclectic Main Street was a real draw.

“We got insight living in Vancouver of how great it is to live centrally. And this is the first neighbourhood outside of downtown where we really felt at home,” adds Bill.

HOT SPOTS Here are some favourite local haunts ... and there are many!

WALRUS www.shop.walrushome.com This funky, contemporary lifestyle boutique is where you’ll find anything from a cannabis candle to laser cut birch plywood coasters and everything in between.

BIERCRAFT BISTRO www.biercraft.com For beer aficionados this is Mecca.

Biercraft has a huge selection of specialty and craft beer from around the globe.

LEMONADE GLUTEN FREE BAKERY www.lemonadebakery.ca This sweet spot is a hit with both locals and merchants. For those with a serious sweet tooth, don’t be frightened off by gluten-free … everything is sinfully delicious!

BARBER & CO. www.barberandco.ca This 1950s barber shop offers a down home country-style hot shave, hair cut or beard trim. You’ll feel like you’ve been transported back in time and that’s never a bad thing, right?

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Inspiration | STYLE FILE

DON’Ts

DECORATING IN THE BATHROOM BATHROOM SPACES are often small and

people tend to think they need to be decorated like most other rooms – when they just don’t! Bathrooms often speak for themselves with beautiful tile work, finishes and fixtures. Don’t cover that beauty up with artificial flowers and fuzzy rugs! I wanted to have fun with this, and so many comical thoughts came to my mind while writing. You’ll notice that this time I decided to focus on the Don’ts instead of the Dos – enjoy!

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DON’T decorate your toilet I cannot believe that seat, lid and bowl covers are still on the market.

DON’T display your toilet paper Just because it’s in a cute basket doesn’t make this a cute idea.

DON’T use coloured toilets or tubs Remember when pink toilets were in?

Well, rest assured knowing that will never come back.

DON’T keep your toilet cleaning brush by the toilet Everything has its place, and when it comes to cleaning supplies it’s in the closet.

DON’T even think about installing carpet Carpet is not easy to clean, meaning it’s not hygienic and that it’s just gross!

DON’T make the focal point your shower curtain

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If you can switch out the curtain for a clean sheet of glass, that would be my first option. If not, something white with a subtle texture or pattern that seems to disappear would be second.

DON’T mix and match your towels This just looks messy.

DON’T try and match whites It’s best to get your tub and toilet at the same time from the same place and the same manufacturer to be sure they each are in the same shade of white. If one is even a little off from the other, one will

look more yellowish (translating into looking old and dirty).

(applying make-up or shaving) this alone will not do a good enough job.

DON’T position your toilet in the sight line If you’re starting from scratch, never have your toilet be the first thing you see when you walk in. Lay out the room so you see anything else first (such as the vanity or shower).

DON’T exhibit your toothbrushes Keep these in your vanity where they belong – no one wants to see the pieces of broccoli left over from dinner last night.

DON’T have sconces as your main source of lighting Always try and have overhead lighting such as pot lights, a flush-mount or pendant because for getting ready

DON’T mix fixture finishes Keep the look consistent with one finish – polished chrome being my favourite and a classic.

After going through the full list of don’t’s, maybe if you do them all – you’ll have the perfect bathroom space!

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Yanic Simard is New Condo Guide’s design editor, principal designer of award-winning Toronto Interior Design Group (tidg.ca), and regular guest expert on City’s Cityline.

Check out Yanic’s accessory line, Yanic Simard Selected, by visiting online at ysselected.com

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Advice | MIND OVER MORTGAGE

Understanding mortgage default insurance.

By Alisa Aragon

MORTGAGE DEFAULT INSURANCE IS COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS MORTGAGE INSURANCE. It is often mistaken for

homeowner/property insurance or mortgage life insurance. Homeowner/ property insurance protects the individual’s home and possessions in the home against damages including loss, theft, fire or other unforeseen disasters.

Mortgage life insurance is designed to repay any outstanding mortgage debt in the event of homeowner death or longterm disability.

The mortgage default insurance increases the opportunities for homeownership with a low down payment, as saving for a 20 per cent down payment can be difficult in today’s housing market. There are two types of mortgage options; conventional mortgages, which are loans with a minimum 20 per cent down payment, and high-ratio mortgages, which are loans with less than 20 per cent down payment.

In Canada, mortgage insurance is required by the Government of Canada on all high-ratio mortgages.

The insurance protects the mortgage lender only against a loss caused by non-payment of the mortgage by the borrower and it is not a protection for the homeowner. However, the mortgage insurance enables borrowers to purchase a home with a minimum down payment of five per cent.

Mortgage default insurance is provided by insurers such as Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), Genworth Financial Canada and Canada

Guaranty. Each mortgage insurer has its own criteria for evaluating the borrower and the property, and it decides whether or not a mortgage can be insured. The lender and not the borrower selects the mortgage insurer. It is possible that the mortgage application can be approved by the lender but might not be approved by the insurer.

The mortgage default insurance premium is a one-time charge and it is paid by the borrower to the lender. The premium can be paid in a single lump sum at the time of closing or it can be added to the mortgage amount and repaid over the amortization period (or the life of the mortgage). The cost of default insurance is calculated by multiplying the amount of the funds that are being borrowed by the default insurance premium, which typically varies between 0.5 per cent and 6.0 per cent. Premiums vary depending on the amortization period of the mortgage, the loan to value ratio, the size of the down payment and the product.

Example of a premium calculation for a home purchase: Property value: $400,000 Down payment: 5% or $20,000 Mortgage basic Loan amount: $400,000 - $20,000 = $380,000 Amortization period: 25 years Loan to value ratio: 95% Premium amount: $380,000 x 3.60% Default insurance cost: $13,680 Total mortgage amount: $393,680 * The cost of default insurance is subject to change if the purchase price or appraised value, the amount of down payment or the amortization changes. The final premium and the cost of the mortgage default insurance will be disclosed in the mortgage commitment document from the lender.

It is important to note that for insured mortgage loans the maximum purchase price or as-improved property value must be below $1,000,000. The borrowers can port the mortgage loan insurance from an existing home to a new home and may be able to save money by reducing or eliminating the premium on the financing of the new home.

Since there are different products available from individual lenders and are subject to lender’s guidelines, it is important to talk to a Mortgage Expert to analyze your situation, present several options and help you decide which product works best for you.

Alisa Aragon is a Mortgage Expert who develops short & long term strategies that are customized for each client. Her strategies include the best mortgage with the most favourable terms and rates to suit your needs. DLC Mountain View. www.YMSG.ca or aaragon@dominionlending.ca

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Inspiration | DESIGNER ADVICE

First baby

How one new mom made her house his home

By Wayne Karl | Photos by Mucho Love Photography

JENNIFER MARDINI RECENTLY welcomed her first baby – son

Carter – into her life and into her home. Here’s her experience.

New Home Guide: This is your first child and your first home.

What changes did you make to your home to welcome Carter?

Mardini: My husband Jairo and I bought our first home in March 2014. It has three bedrooms, so we knew eventually one of the rooms would become the baby’s once we were ready.

Other than a bedroom for our new bundle of joy, we made some space in one of our living rooms to fit his playpen, which also serves as a bassinet and change table.

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NHG: Did you know you were having a boy, and how did you plan, design and decorate the baby room accordingly?

Mardini: Yes, we knew we were having a boy – I couldn’t not know the sex of my first child. I’m a planner; I need to be organized.

Carter’s room was our extra “closet” before he was born, so we had to move everything out once we started working on his room. When we first moved in, we painted the entire house – all the bedrooms were painted grey. So I knew I wanted to use grey as the starting point, with lots of white. I also wanted to

add an accent chevron wall and then add blue and green accents.

NHG: What is the theme of Carter’s room — neutral or more boyish with sports, cars and trucks?

Mardini: It’s very modern and contemporary – lots of grey and white, accented with navy and some light

blues and greens here and there. Lots of patterns, too – I’m not the colourful, safari jungle type.

NHG: Describe the little guy’s room — space, layout and furnishings.

Mardini: Carter’s room is about 100 sq. ft. and is furnished with a white bedroom set, including a crib that converts into

“My husband Jairo and I bought our first home in March 2014. It has three bedrooms, so we knew eventually one of the rooms would become the baby’s once we were ready.”

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a double bed, a six-drawer dresser and a change table. It also has a full closet, a navy and white area rug, grey chevron curtains and a grey and white glider chair for me.

NHG: Now that Carter’s with you, anything you wish you had done differently in preparing his room?

Mardini: Carter’s only a month and a half old, so outside of eating, sleeping and pooping, there’s not a whole lot that he needs other than our attention.

We don’t use his room too much right now because he sleeps in the master with mommy.

NHG: What other adjustments did you make in your home for Carter’s comfort and safety?

Mardini: Nothing really. We did receive a baby video monitor as a shower gift – we use it when he’s napping. Once he starts crawling around, we’ll definitely have to reorganize and remove some things.

NHG: What advice would you have for other first-time parents when it comes to preparing their home for baby?

Mardini: De-clutter! From the garage to the basement, bathrooms and bedrooms. We de-cluttered the entire house of things we didn’t need or use anymore. It’s amazing how quickly junk adds up. And start early – even if it’s a slow start. There’s always something to do, so for me, the earlier the better.

Start with the basics and go from there. Try to do something every day so it doesn’t feel like you’re cramming everything in at once.

NHG: How is he settling in?

Mardini: Quite nicely – I think it’s mom and dad who have had to do the settling in.

NHG: How is mom doing?

Mardini: I’m doing great overall! Tired, but we all knew that. Adjusting, of course, and getting used to a whole new routine. I love being a mom – Carter’s mom!

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3. Myron's Muse 23651 132nd Ave 604-380-1801

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Find your next home! This page features a few of the latest single-family and townhome properties to keep your eye on in the Metro Vancouver area. Find more homes at ypnexthome.ca by Susan M Boyce

LATEST LISTINGS:

previews and registration CHURCHILL TOWNHOMES By: Belford Properties City: Vancouver Intersection: 63rd Avenue and Manitoba Street Home Type: Townhomes Just 18 ultra-cotemporary homes being built in this desirable, well-established neighbourhood.

Short walk to Canada Line and the amenities of Marine Gateway. Almost half these homes include mortgage-helper lock-off suites. Priority registration now underway.

Info: 604.363.2627 www.churchilltownhomes.ca

PARK&METRO TOWNHOMES

new releases and grand openings CEDAR SKY By: Woodbridge Starting price: $399,900 City: Chilliwack Location: 43685 Chilliwack Mountain Road Home Type: Townhomes Info: 604.991.8250 www.seasonsatcedarsky.ca Newest phase of this master planned community on Chilliwack Mountain features two- to fourbedroom townhomes with roomy patios and Fraser River views. Great proximity to shops, restaurants, and wilderness parks (including Cultus Lake recreation area).

WAVE By: Rize Alliance City: Surrey Intersection: 103A Avenue and 133rd Street Home Type: Townhomes A limited collection of townhomes is now 36 YPNEXTHOME.CA

offered for sale. Great opportunity to own a home in one of Central Surrey’s most architecturally intriguing residential developments. Also where you’ll find Nautilus, Surrey’s first residential public art installation.

Info: 604.782.0821 www.waveliving.ca

PARK&METRO By: Marcon City: Vancouver Intersection: West 64th Avenue and Columbia Street Presentation Centre: 688 Southwest Marine Home Type: Townhomes Register now or visit the presentation centre because sales begin soon for this very limited collection of townhomes located in a quiet, residential neighbourhood just blocks from the Marine Gateway hub. One- to three-bedrooms condos also available.

Info: 604.325.8111 www.marcon.ca/parkandmetro

THE TWO DOROTHIES By: Transolini Chetner City: Vancouver Intersection: 41st Avenue between MacDonald and Mackenzie Home Type: Duplex-style Townhomes Unique opportunity to be part of Kerrisdale history.

Two much-loved, historic homes have been relocated and are now being reinvented as duplexstyle townhomes. Two addition duplexes will be added on the back of the property bring the total to eight homes.

Info: 604.803.9335 www.twodorothies.com

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Inspiration | DESIGN ADVICE

THE NEW

NEUTRALS

how to keep neutrals dynamic and exciting

By Lisa Canning | Photography By Larry Arnal

NEUTRALS ARE GIVEN a bad wrap sometimes – bland and boring,

stale and sterile. But when utilized successfully, neutrals can be soothing, serene and sophisticated.

To keep a neutral palette dynamic and exciting, here are my top design strategies:

1. GO GRAPHIC In my recently completed laundry room, I really wanted to achieve something serene – but not boring – so I chose to utilize a graphic treatment on my floor. In this space I wanted to remain really practical with my budget, so I needed to use a material with 40 YPNEXTHOME.CA

"Vary the use of large graphic patterns, smaller organic patterns and tight repetitive patterns". principles – whether using neutrals or not. They always bring life and style to a space.

3. ENSURE THERE IS CONTRAST

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minimal cuts and at a reasonable price point. I chose to use simple 12-by-24-inch tile, from Creekside Tile Company, in three neutral shades (black, medium grey and a light grey) and lay the tiles in a herringbone pattern on my floor. This principle could also be applied in a graphic area rug or wall art – think repetitive shapes and contrasting shades for a graphic focal point in your space.

2. USE PATTERN Pattern is a really essential way to create visual interest when using a neutral colour palette. For my backsplash, I wanted it to read white, but still wanted it to be bold and have lots of presence. To achieve this, I used a 4-by-16-inch matte white tile and repeated the herringbone pattern I utilized on my floor. To ensure the pattern stood out but didn’t compete with my floors, I chose a light grey grout so the pattern was still obvious, but not over powering. Consider incorporating pattern in textiles like throw pillows or upholstery, and do not be afraid to layer pattern. The key to keeping it looking polished and not too chaotic is to ensure the scale of each pattern employed is different than its neighbour. Vary the use of large graphic patterns, smaller organic patterns and tight repetitive patterns.

I argue that pattern is one of the most important design

Utilizing the design principle of contrast is another way to ensure a neutral space doesn’t feel boring. In my laundry room, I knew would have to break up the amount of cabinetry I have with some kind of visual contrast, as all of my cabinets from Cutler Modern Living are similar in tone to my floor tiles. I chose to use white in my counters, my Whirlpool appliance set, and backsplash to provide lots of visual contrast to the greys in my cabinets and floors.

Another way think about this approach is my 70-25-5 per cent colour rule, where 70 per cent of the space is done in one colour (in my case grey), 25 per cent is in a secondary colour (white counters and backsplash in my laundry room) and 5 per cent of a surprise pop of colour (I chose yellow). This colour formula is a tried-and-tested way to achieve a harmonious look to the space. Using enough contrast in the space keeps it from feeling visually boring.

4. GIVE IT A SMALL POP Adding a little bit of colour will absolutely ensure the space doesn’t feel flat. The wonderful thing about an all over neutral palette is that you can add basically any colour to the space and it will stand out. Repeat this pop of colour at least three times in different applications – in my case we used yellow in a textile in this pillow from Bouclair, in the tulips and with some of the Lemon Aide cleaning supplies I left out as their yellow packaging was too pretty to hide. Think about incorporating a soft textile, a piece of wall art and a shiny or reflective accessory in similar shades of a surprise colour to add another visual layer to a neutral palette.

5. VARY YOUR TEXTURES When working with a neutral colour palette keep it fun and interesting by ensuring you vary your textures. For example, in a living room think about utilizing fluffy pillows, soft throws, textured woods and sleek ceramics. The mix of textures, even if all in neutral tones, will provide enough variety for the eye to keep the space from feeling flat. In my laundry room, I varied live edge woods, textured melamine, glossy appliances and matte surfaces like my tiles and my black matte Brizo faucet to ensure visual variety.

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Advice | BUYER PROFILE

Claudia and Joey at Guildford the Great Starting a New Life Chapter

By Susan M Boyce

IT’S JUST 24 HOURS TILL CLAUDIA AND JOEY MOVE INTO THEIR NEW HOME

at Guildford the Great in Surrey. And after more than a year of looking, the couple couldn’t be more excited.

“I’m definitely Type A, so I knew exactly what I wanted,” Claudia says with a twinkle in her eye. “A singlefamily house wasn’t in our budget, but we knew we didn’t want a condo either. I registered us for every new townhouse development in the area and must have gone into 25 or 30 showhomes — after a while, they all started looking the same.”

Then one day the couple spotted a sign for Fleetwood Mac — another Dawson+Sawyer development that was almost complete — and all that changed. “You can tell they’ve put a lot of thought into the floor plans and I love the coloured front doors,” Claudia says.

There was just one glitch, the project was virtually sold out. “Then Bonnie, the sales manager told us Guildford the Great was getting ready to launch, and it was like all the pieces of the puzzle fell into place,” Claudia says.

On opening day, Joey and Claudia immediately fell in love with one of Guildford the Great’s four-bedroom floorplans. “For now, we’ll use the downstairs bedroom as a den, but it will be easy to turn into a guest room when we need to. It’s even got its own ensuite so visitors have their own space — I’ve never seen that before.”

The kitchen was yet another “wow” factor. “I love baking, so having an island that has no obstructions like 46 YPNEXTHOME.CA

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a sink is going to be fantastic.” She grins. “We both have really big families, and here we’ll have enough room for all of us to be together when we’re entertaining.

“We’ve been married for five years now, and this is our anniversary gift to ourselves,” Claudia says. “We’re both taking two weeks off work while we

move which will make it like a vacation as we start this new chapter of our lives. Knowing we’ve made a smart decision and that this is a place we can live in for a long time feels — well it feels great.”

For more information about Guildford the Great, visit dawsonsawyer.ca.

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A THRIVING COMMUNITY AWAITS YOU AT HYCROFT It’s the perfect lifestyle choice for families! Situated in a beautiful and well-established South Surrey neighbourhood, these large 4-bedroom rowhomes offer all the advantages of a single-family home, including walkout patios, fenced yards, fi nished basements and a detached garage. You’ll love living close to parks, beaches and nature trails, and you can walk to Morgan Crossing, Southridge Academy, and the new Aquatics Centre. Plus Hycroft is freehold, which means no strata fees. The freedom and value are priceless. Limited homes remaining. Don’t miss out.

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Floor plans, elevations, room sizes and square footages are based on preliminary architectural drawings and may vary from the actual built home. E.&O.E.

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Trending

5 Great Reasons to Knock Down the Viaducts

by Stephanie MacDonald

WE HEARD MAJOR news about Vancouver’s evolving urban landscape this week. In the last few months there’s been a lot of hand-wringing and criticism directed at City Hall for proposing to demolish the viaducts at Georgia Street and Dunsmuir Street. Naturally, many people were worried about traffic congestion, their commute and the costs associated with this huge project. Some were unhappy that they didn’t feel there was enough public input into the decision.

Nevertheless, City Council voted 5-4 to go ahead with the demolition.

This is a great decision for many reasons! Obviously, those things are hideous concrete eyesores from a bygone era, when misguided city planners felt it would be a fantastic idea to throw a freeway right through the middle of the city. Fortunately, communities on the East Side organized a powerful and ultimately successful opposition to this plan, but not before the viaducts and the Granville Street Bridge were built with the freeway in mind. As a result, the surrounding streets were never upgraded to allow the viaducts to accommodate the amount of traffic they were built for: with a capacity to carry up to 1,800 vehicles an hour, they only actually carry 750, which is less than 10 per cent of traffic going into the downtown core.

This leads to the second reason: the Prior/Venables roadway leading off the Georgia viaduct is an extremely dangerous roadway for both bikes and pedestrian traffic, and the proposal for combining the Current Expo and Pacific Boulevards to allow for almost the same amount of vehicle traffic downtown will be safer, and more efficient than the current road configuration. The small percentage of traffic that will have to be re-routed can be accommodated by existing east-west streets like Hastings and Broadway.

Thirdly, the demolition would add a further three acres of park land to the existing park proposal that will add to the creation of an exceptional urban waterfront park. The plans for this park have been in the works with Concord Pacific for many years, the final proposal is contingent upon what the city decided to do with the viaducts. Getting rid of the outmoded and ugly viaducts is also a step forward in the City’s Greenest City Initiative, as well as the 2040 Transportation Plan, both of which aim to keep a steady rate of car and truck traffic into the downtown core, despite a growing population, via convenient and efficient transit, pedestrian and bike access to the city.

The last reason this is a good plan, is that getting rid of the viaducts will make use of under-utilized land, and create 54 YPNEXTHOME.CA

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connectivity between the historical districts of the downtown core, the Downtown East Side, Chinatown and False Creek.

As the False Creek Flats are continually developing into an extension of downtown, this park, transit and public space will connect all those important parts of the city, open up view corridors, and contribute to Vancouver’s growth while maintaining its status as one of the world’s most livable cities.

Goodbye viaducts!

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How to stage your home for maximum profit

By Marnie Bennett

AS IF PURCHASING A NEW home isn’t intense enough, homebuyers (with the exception of first-timers) also have to sell their current properties. The fact is, few homes are ready to go on the market as-is.

It’s not just a matter of tidiness – though that’s certainly crucial. It’s about helping potential buyers to connect emotionally with your space. That means making your home welcoming to as many people as possible, often at the cost of your own personal taste. This

isn’t easy, but a professional stager can help. Your Realtor may even have one on staff. If a stager isn’t in the cards, there are steps you can take on your own.

First off, de-clutter. Chances are you’ve got twice as much stuff as you need to show your home to its best potential. In addition to removing obvious messes, this includes things such as extraneous furniture, children’s toys, knick-knacks and family photos.

This can be emotionally difficult, but remember: the goal is to make it easy

for potential buyers to imagine their own possessions in your space.

Next, fix unfinished projects. If buyers see loose floor tiles and cracks in the wall, they’ll wonder what other issues are lurking under the surface. Don’t give them cause to worry.

To make rooms appear larger, replace puffy, over-sized furniture with sleeker pieces. In the bedroom, you’re better off showing a queen-sized bed and two small bedside tables than a king with no space to spare. To find the right pieces, you can beg, borrow and, if necessary, lease.

Bright paint or outdated wallpaper?

Replace them with neutral wall colours and add vibrancy with throw pillows and vases. Splurge on fresh, sweetly scented flowers for an open house; they’ll pay for themselves. Mirrors are a wonderful tool for filling empty walls. And, whatever the décor in your bathroom, thick white towels will lend a hotel-like vibe.

For extra curb appeal, give your front door a fresh coat of paint and temporarily take your storm door off the hinges. Invest in two urns; plant them with pretty, seasonal flowers. In winter, cedar branches draped with ribbon are just as beautiful.

I can guarantee that all this work will have a huge payoff, so keep your eyes on the prize. After all, in your brand new home, you can have things exactly the way you want!

Marnie Bennett owns Bennett & Co., a boutique real estate marketing firm providing a full range of marketing services to developers and builders. She is also a broker and team leader of the Bennett Real Estate Professionals with Keller Williams Ottawa Realty. Email your questions to mbennett@bennettpros.com

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HYDE PARK Showhomes open this weekend in South Surrey community inspired and surrounded by nature NOVEMBER 14TH is approaching

with much anticipation for Donna Dalkie, sales manager for Zenterra Development’s Hyde Park at 28th Avenue and 156 Street in South Surrey.

That’s the Grand Opening of the award-winning community and its three furnished townhomes — including a master-on-the-main floor plan and a four-bedroom family home with impressive backyard patio.

While Dalkie has successfully sold over half of the 156 homes from a storefront presentation centre in Grandview Corners, she’s realistic that some homebuyers just need to see the final product in living colour before they buy.

“We’ve had a lot of local interest in our master-on-the-main homes which offer double car garages and 2,800 square feet of living,” says Dalkie. “You can’t always visualize from a floor plan so I’m excited for people to walk through the finished home and experience the layout — the incredible vaulted ceiling, covered deck and floor plan that enables a couple to live on one level yet have the flexibility of two more bedrooms upstairs and a full recreation room downstairs.”

With Hyde Park’s original display suite garnering accolades in this year’s Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association (GVHBA) Awards, one can only anticipate an even more impressive sight when its showhomes open this weekend.

Interior designer Mila Djuras has created an enticing palette of finishes to complement the homes’ European aesthetic. Kitchens featuring quartz countertops and full slab backsplash are the showpiece with soft-close cabinetry in a choice of classic shaker or contemporary two-tone Italian flat panel, and stainless steel appliances including

a natural-gas cooktop. Beyond glamour, practicality reigns with built-in recycling centre, tankless hot water, built-in pantry and under cabinet task lighting.

Three acres of the 10-acre site designated to greenspace A network of paths bring a sense of discovery to this park like community with its 100-year-old Douglas Fir trees and connects to nearby schools and the Shops at Morgan Crossing — with over 130 stores, restaurants and services.

Bringing the community together is the 5,550 square-foot Lancaster Club with a host of amenities including a home theatre, fully-equipped kitchen, lounge, fitness centre and multipurpose sports court.

Hyde Park’s three-bedroom townhomes are priced from $489,900, four-bedroom townhomes start at $569,990 and master-on-the-main plans from $735,990 (including GST).

Come tour the three new showhomes opening November 14th at #136 - 2853 Helc Place in South Surrey. For more information call (604) 506-1852 or visit hydeparkliving.ca.

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Metro Vancouver’s Three-Legged Housing Market

Michael Ferreira at UDI

by Susan M Boyce

FORGET THE HOUSING BUBBLE, the naysayers, and prophecies of doom and gloom. In his annual address to the Urban Development Institute, Michael Ferreira, managing principal in Urban Analytics, was enthusiastic about the first three quarters of 2015 in Metro Vancouver’s real estate market — and for good reason. By the end of the third quarter (Q3) there had been more than 2,000 more sales than at same point in 2014 — an impressive 20 per cent increase over last year and almost twothirds higher than the entire year in 2013.

This year, Ferreira’s list of success stories was longer than the list he provided in 2014 and included The Ridge at

Bose Farms, Exchange, Verve, The Independent, Black+Whites and RiverSky among the highlights.

While he acknowledged there are numerous factors driving the market, Ferreira chose to focus on three that impact the market most strongly: buyers, land and municipalities.

First Leg: Buyers Local consumers have been more active in the past year, especially in the growing townhouse market. Entry level buyers, many with help from the “Bank of Mom&Dad”, as well as empty nesters looking for the elusive master-on-themain product are making their presence

known. There’s also been an increasing demand for larger units, including the high-end, luxury condo market — like Cressey’s Beverley and Ridge developments — that are aimed squarely at empty nesters who are willing and able to spend seven figures on a condo.

Not surprisingly, new immigrant and offshore buyers, many from Mainland China, continue to influence Metro Vancouver’s market. Attracted by the active, healthy lifestyle and quality schooling, this demographic has been a consistent driver in Metro Vancouver’s market since 2009/2010, but has been ramping their activity up even more during the past year.

“Because the Chinese currency is tied to the US dollar, their effective buying power has increased by 30 per cent,” Ferreira explained. “One realtor I spoke to put it into perspective this way: for the same price as a small condo inside central three ring roads in Beijing, they

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can buy three new condos in Metrotown — condos that are finished and include parking. Plus they can get a mortgage on their investment unit — in China they’d have to pay cash.

look further from urban cores, or up the focus on banking land that does come available. Either way, Ferreira described the upward pressure on pricing may well be creating “the perfect storm” over land sales in the near future.

Second Leg: Land A ripple of laughter ran through the room when Ferreira noted one developer had described recent land sales as “absolutely bonkers.”

In the increasingly competitive land purchasing and assembly arena, some new rules of engagement are emerging, and Ferreira noted the days when local developers have had the land market to themselves are vanishing — especially in the Inner Metro market. Here again, the offshore buyer is contributing to this change. Well-capitalized and increasingly sophisticated, this demographic brings patient money — often lots of it — and is prepared to overpay relative to current market values in order to establish a foothold here.

Local developers will now need to strap on the boxing gloves and get into the ring with these new players. They might choose to accept terms they wouldn’t have considered in the past, or

Third Leg: Municipalities Of the three legs, Ferreira noted it’s the municipal end that’s toughest to get a handle on.

From the industry’s perspective, lack of flexibility and blanket policies that fail to anticipate a project’s unique conditions or consider current market conditions and land values are ongoing sources of frustration. Bureaucratic red tape and lack of political will when it comes to the tough decisions about appropriate forms of alternate housing to address affordability also figured high in frustration factor.

From the municipalities’ side, Ferreira said he had a sense many staffers he spoke with were reserved, even cautious about how they answered his questions.

“Most indicated the system is simply not set up to make some of the changes the industry would like to see made quickly. However, there was a genuine desire to work with the industry to streamline processes, while respecting public process and the desires of elected officials.”

He also stressed that almost everyone in the industry expressed appreciation for the difficulties city staffers have in this balancing act.

And for anyone worried about often suggested housing bubble, Ferreira’s research revealed this astonishing statistic: of the 21,600 concrete condominiums scheduled to complete by the end of 2018, a whopping 87 per cent are already sold — suggesting there’s no need to worry about oversupply, despite the number of cranes dotting the urban landscape.

Michael Ferreira is managing principal of Urban Analytics in Vancouver. More info can be found at urbananalytics.ca.

Property Profile | SOUTHBROOKE

because these homes are fee simple, buyers of all generations enjoy the freedom of being able to live life on their own terms. It’s no wonder we have such a great mix of homeowners from growing families to empty nesters to downsizers.”

Even better, since all remaining homes are still pre-construction, it’s a great opportunity to put your personal stamp on the place you choose to call home.

Think beyond the traditional choices of light fixtures, countertops and flooring — although you’ll certainly have those as well. At Southbrooke you can decide to add an outdoor kitchen or fire pit, a media room, even a wine cellar. “So really, you’re getting a custom home in a well-established neighbourhood without paying the sky-high custom home price tag,” Susan says.

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Lot sizes are nothing short of astonishing — a minimum of 6,000 square feet and some as large as 10,000 square feet.

“Families love the idea they can have a real yard where the kids can play,” says Susan Vollmer, marketing manager. “And

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And make no mistake, these homes aren’t just beautiful, they’re built with all the attention to detail that Genex is known for.

Kitchens are poised to accommodate a passion for serious cooking: massive centre island with a raised eating bar at one end, pot drawers everywhere, JennAir appliances, and space for the entire family to hang out during the holiday season or other celebrations.

Living rooms are inviting, with a fireplace, big bright windows, plus lots of seating space for when you want to just relax. Luxuriously appointed ensuites create private, adult sanctuaries. Add in Southbrooke’s many, oh-so-intelligent details like laundry rooms with linen closet and full mudrooms, and you’ve got the makings of more than a home— it’s the makings of a lifestyle.

Southbrooke’s showhome and presentation centre are open noon to 5 p.m. daily except Fridays at 10th Ave. and 165th St. in South Surrey.

For more information about this final release of single-family homes, visit southbrookeliving.com or call 604.805.2941.

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NORTH DELTA Delta Rise

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604-594-7473

From $189,900

Muse

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South Pointe

SF

604-584-2908

From $699,900

Brio

LR

604-943-8811

Call

Tsawwassen Heights

SF

604-271-7288

Call

Tsawwassen Shores

SF

604-943-6677

From $499,900

Tsawwassen Springs

SF/LR

604-948-HOME

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LANGLEY Alder at Milner Heights

TH

604-371-0928

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Athenry Gate

LR

604-882-8857

From $137,500

Arcadia

TH

04-513-9090

From $279,900

Elements

LR

604-533-7718

From $199,900

Focal Point

LR

604-377-7000

Coming Soon

Hyde Canyon

SF

604-636-7082

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Keaton

TH

604-882-3733

Call for Info

Kensington

LR

604-427-3311

From $199,900

Lotus Living

TH

604-831-0800

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604-871-4288

From $314,900

Varsity

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604-539-2200

From $139,900

York by Mosaic

TH

604-882-6758

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LR

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From $179,900

Yorkson South

SF

778-785-1673

From $440,000

Albion Station

TH

604-351-3261

From $254,900

Grant Hill Estates

SF

604-230-3935

Call

Jackson Park

SF

604-805-4668

From $424,900

Jackson Ridge

SF

604-351-3261

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Magnolia Grove

TH

604-534-1234

Coming Soon

Maple Heights

TH

604-380-1215

Call

Meadows Pointe

LR

604-522-8970

From $189,900

Montgomery Acres

SF

604-477-2959

From $534,980

Myron’s Muse

TH

604-380-1801

Call

Nelson Peak

SF

604-466-9278

Call

Parc Vue

LR

604-467-8884

Call

Pointe, The

SF

604-999-2452

From $489,900

River’s Edge

FR

604-453-4965

From $157,900

Robertson Heights

SF

604-380-4708

From $459,900

Signature at Falcon Centre

LR

604-477-1500

Call

Station One

LR

778-878-1347

Call

Summit at Grant Hill

SF

604-405-4437

From $769,900 inc gst

The Terraces

TH

604-351-3261

From $369,900

Two Birds

TH

604-467-7000

Call

Wellington Station

LR

604-380-0300

From $189,000

Wynnridge

SF

604-466-6388

Call

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MISSION / HARRISON Horizons

TH

1-888-826-1177

From $319,800

NEW WESTMINSTER Glass House Lofts Lookout at Victoria Hill, The Lotus Parkside at Victoria Hill RiverSky The Sapperton at Brewery District The Royal at Victoria Hill Thompson Landing Westbourne

LR LR LR HR HR HR LR SF LR

604-520-9890 604-523-0733 604-782-1706 604-523-0733 604-523-0733 604-525-3941

Call Call Coming Soon Call From $289,900 From $279,900

604-520-3226 westbourneliving.com

From $476,900 Coming soon

604-988-8800 604-983-9065 604-929-5746 604-998-8540 604-929-1915 604-986-8138 604-435-9477 604-727-1594 604-971-5030 604-800-2120 texorhomes.com 604-983-9065 lynnvalleyresidences.com info@tatlowliving.com 778-985-4676 604-983-9065 604-980-5000 604-980-0016 604 971 3181 604-988-8856

Coming Soon From $379,900 From $379,900 Call Call From $259,900 Call From $469,900 From $378,900 Call Call Coming soon Call Coming Soon Coming Soon Call Call Call From low $200’s Call From $469,900

NORTH VANCOUVER 221 East 3rd Anchor, The Atrium at the Pier Cates Landing CentreView Destiny 2 The Drive 1177 Latitudes Maplewood North Maplewood Place Northlands Parkgate Pinnacle Residences at the Pier The Residences at Lynn Valley Tatlow The Ave Boutique Res. Trophy at the Pier Seylynn Village Shore, The x61 West Quay

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PITT MEADOWS Cedar Downs Homes at Brogden Brown Liv42

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778-846-3200 604-761-6806 604-460-6601

From $194,900 Coming Soon From $134,900

PORT COQUITLAM Altura Amanti Carmandy Fremont Indigo Fremont Green South La Via Orchid Prima Residences Salisbury Lane Shaughnessy, The Valorie on the Park

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From $219,900 From $179,900 From $209,900 Call Call From $169,900 From $149,900 From $219,900 Call Call From $246,900

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778-558-6377 604-492-3338

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High Rise (HR)

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Grand, The Jadyen Mews Kenstone Gate Kingston Gate Livia Mandarin Walk Monet Oxford Lane Elle Opal at Richmond Centre Ora Orchid by Beedie Pinnacle Living at Capstan Pinnacle Living Sorrento Pier, The Riga Riva River Inlet Tempo Vogue Westminster Terrace

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Low Rise (LR)

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PRICE

604 278 3880 604-278-8715 604-218-3338 604-760-6024 604-364-2159 604-278-0808 604-233-7748 oxfordlane.ca 604-273-1313 604-303-7575 604-278-8838 info@orchidbeedie.ca 604-303-0148 604-303-0148 604-274-7326 604-715-1250 604-278-8825 604-233-2633 604-276-8885 604-715-1250 604-204-1077

Call From $658,800 From $529,900 Call Call Call From $300,000’s Coming Soon From low $300’s From $464,900 Call Coming Soon Call Call Call Call Call Call Call Call Call

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604-898-2232 604-896-2235 604-567-5433 1-888-852-7575 1-877-344-5566 1-888-852-7575

Coming Soon From $1,298,000 From $167,900 Call From $239,000 Call

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604- 885-8556 604-741-1877

From $479,900

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PRICE

604-583-9866 604-617-7763 604-581-8000 silverwoodliving.com 778-590-7283 604-588-3783 604-588-5795 604-951-9283

From $250’s From $359,000 From $159,900 From Low $300’s From Under $300’s From $160’s From $221,900 From $291,900

TH TH TH LR/TH SF TH

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