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Solterra’s Phyllis Hui brings retro glam to Milano

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56 Designer Advice

Choosing custom elements for your home

94 Looking into Vancouver’s Future?

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The Royal Final Chapter at Victoria Hill Location

COMING SOON, it’s the final chapter in

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a visionary story located in one of New Westminster’s most established communities.

Introducing The Royal at Victoria Hill.

“This neighbourhood has been evolving for over a decade, and The Royal is the final piece — the crowning gem and the last chance to purchase a brand new home in this masterplanned community,” says Sam Jenkins, sales manager. “There are only 63 boutique homes in these two, four-storey buildings, so this is a very limited opportunity.”

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Life at the Centre Situated in the heart of this award-winning master-planned community, The Royal’s

architecture blends tradition with modernity and embraces the natural sloping landscape of the site. Translation: these homes will enjoy a prime location with views overlooking the beautiful Fraser River — a perfect combination of spacious boutique living, peaceful privacy and an animated streetscape.

“The Royal’s central plaza will be an extension of the community’s north/south greenway and will become a place where owners can connect and socialize with their neighbours,” Sam says. “There will also be a commercial component that we hope will include a coffee shop or a café, making it a social hub that really brings the entire community together.”

Live Life Large “There is definitely a pent-up desire for larger, well-appointed apartment homes,” Sam notes. “The Royal meets that demand.

We’re seeing many buyers who purchased their first home in earlier phases and are now interested in upsizing to a larger suite at The Royal as their family grows — a home where they can have the space they need and still live in the neighbourhood they love.”

These larger homes also appeal to local downsizers and empty nesters. “More than ever we continue to see downsizers wanting to simplify their living situation and moving here to enjoy the benefits of a single level, lock-and-go lifestyle.”

Floorplans in this limited collection of homes will range from one- to threebedrooms up to 1,400 square feet — the average is a spacious 1,000 square feet.

Large balconies and decks, over-height ceilings, open concept design, as well as a choice of two contemporary colour schemes are just the beginning. Add in wide-plank flooring throughout main living areas, fiveburner gas cooktop in kitchens, composite stone countertops, plus luxurious ensuites with decadently deep soaker tubs, and it all adds up to an enviable lifestyle.

Plus there are The Royal’s exclusive amenities — extras that include a beautifully landscaped roof-top patio with barbeque area, lounge and fully equipped fitness centre. “In all, The Royal will have over 4,500 square feet of private amenities exclusively for owners,” Sam says. And of course, that’s in addition to the community’s overall offerings — access to over 40 acres of green space and a direct connection to Queen’s Park.

Plus there are The Royal’s exclusive amenities — extras that include a beautifully landscaped rooftop patio with barbeque area, lounge and fully equipped fitness centre

Previews for The Royal begin February 13th. For an overview of the Victoria Hill community, visit the Presentation Centre located at 203 – 20 East Royal Avenue (off McBride). Open noon to 6 p.m. daily except Fridays. For more information, register online at onni.com/theroyal or call 604.523.0733.

Prices start in the low $300,000s. Stop by soon to experience this one of a kind community for yourself.

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Neighbourhood Profile | NEW WESTMINSTER

New Westminster 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 after Westminster, the part of London that holds the buildings of Parliament.

The Vibe There is a broad range of microneighbourhoods in New West, and it truly offers something for everyone: from 22 YPNEXTHOME.CA

the heritage homes of Queen’s Park to the modern condos downtown. There is a lot of pride of place here, and it’s often said that people who move here never want to leave.

Meet the Neighbours New Westminster 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 pads 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.

In the Area Though New West only has one public high school (New Westminster Secondary School, whose building may soon be torn down and updated), it has eight elementary schools, and two middle schools (and a third slated to open in 2016). Community centres with activities for the young and old abound in this city, and there’s never far to walk to find a park or playground.

Dollars & Sense New West might be considered the poster city for the housing diversity that Vancouver politicians say the area

at large needs to adopt to make room for the ever-growing population. You might find a small condo Uptown or in Sapperton for less than $150,000, but if you’re shopping for a single-family home in Glenbrooke North or Queen’s Park, you can expect to spend close to a million…or more.

Planes, Trains & Automobiles A fairly small suburb, New West highly walkable, and it’s easy to find what you need in each of its neighbourhouds. This city is also easily accessible by public transit. Adjacent to Surrey, Burnaby, and Coquitlam, commutes to these cities are fairly swift. A bridge-free commute downtown makes it predictable, if not super fast.

The Good, the Bad & the Rest Buildings here reflect the rich history of the former capital, and areas are

becoming increasingly gentrified.

Although some believe the hype that it’s only a matter of time before New West is entirely revitalized, others are sceptical. One thing’s certain: some areas here are still a little sketchy, so do some research before moving here to determine whether or not you’ll be living in a ‘hood on an upward trajectory.

Lifestyle There is no shortage of things to do here: from strolling through streets in Queen’s Park to gaze at the cherry blossoms from the end of March, to the Hyack Festival in May, to the Queen’s Park Annual Garage Sale in May or June, to the Sapperton Day Street Festival in June. All of these events promote a strong sense of community here. New Westminsterites are proud of where they live, and this is why.

Hot Spots Coming Home Café This 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 Mortar This 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.

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Renters

» Average Home Price - $ (Below Market Average) » Types of Properties - Commercial & Office Space,

The Royal City Farmer’s Market Held 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.

Condo, Apartment, Town House » Distance from 18.4 KM from Van City Hall

Real Estate Market Home and Condo: Although New West has a range of apartments and condos for rent, those looking to rent a single-family home are likely to find it difficult. Those who consider living in this neighbourhood a priority might want to adjust their expectations and find a larger condo or apartment instead. Some might find the wide range of public amenities in New West compensation enough for having a back yard.

Renters: The types of home on offer in New Westminster 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.

Street Corner Laura, Product Manager

Rocky, 40-year resident

We moved to New Westminster a year and a half ago to start our family. We love the River Market and walks afterwards at the Quay and Pier Park.

“It’s a New West thing” is a popular saying here. It derives from two people realizing through conversation that they know a third person through different channels.

Angela, Occupational Therapist It’s been my home since my first years. It’s been incredible to have my childhood librarian introduce my kids to books. There’s always a familiar face on a day’s stroll.

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 Quay From 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 Bakery Delish 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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Advice | INSPIRATION ONSITE

Retro style meets your modern lifestyle Solterra’s Phyllis Hui uses a gilded touch to elevate Milano’s show suite

By Stephanie MacDonald

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Brentwood Town Centre is an elegant new tower called Milano. In an area with much development happening, and therefore many presentation centres to peruse, Solterra’s Milano really stands out for the interior design of their two-bedroom show suite. This elegant, slightly vintage ambiance is echoed in the rest of the presentation centre, and it just begs to inspire your own décor, whether you live in a glass tower or a funky bungalow. We asked Solterra’s designer Phyllis Hui how she made this space so gorgeous.

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Q: In a living room surrounded by glass walls, can you explain the best way to incorporate an entertainment centre?

How do you orient the furniture so it doesn’t impede the view?

A: This showhome was a fun challenge!

I wanted to highlight the breathtaking views that the Milano’s residences will have and maximize the abundance of natural light with all of the windows without compromising the furniture placement. Having the TV on a low TV stand in the corner is functional, yet discreet, allowing you to both watch a favourite show and to take in the views.

Milano’s ceiling heights are just shy of 9’ which is already high for an apartment.

With using a low seated couch and chair, I was able to accentuate the size of the windows and to give the room an even more spacious feel.

Q: This suite has a very distinctive retro vibe, with gorgeous chic gold furniture and accents. Where did you source the furniture? What about this space inspired you to go with a 60s-70s ambiance?

A: Milano’s theme is fashion so all of the decisions were based on being on trend,

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chic and timeless. I wanted to embrace Audrey Hepburn’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s era in this show home. I used an array of textured fabrics to create opulence; warm hues, timeless accessories and gold accents for that warm and luxurious feel. This is also reflected in the finishes of the unit which are warm and inviting but yet have an upscale, exclusive feel to them.

Gold finishes have been making a comeback so when sourcing furniture and accessories, there were a good deal of options available. Some of the furniture was sourced from fashionable North American companies such as Worlds Away and Nuevo while the larger pieces such as the beds and sofa were custom made by local companies.

Q: The retro feel of the suite carries into the rest of the presentation centre – is this usual for your brand?

A: It’s never this intentional. Since day one, this project was fashion driven and I designed the presentation centre with that being in the forefront. Our lead graphic designer, Leanne Rundle and I worked closely together to create a cohesive feel from when you

walk through our presentation centre doors into each of the showhomes: everything is indicative of high fashion.

In the smaller showhome I used more chrome accents to highlight the fun cobalt blue and in the larger showhome, gold tones were used to create that luxury feel.

Q: The colour schemes are inspired by different cosmopolitan cities: London, Paris, and New York. Can you explain what about those cities was behind the colour choices?

A: Milano got its name from Milan being one of the “Big Four” fashion capitals in the world. It was only fitting to name our colour schemes the other three fashion capitals – London, Paris and New York.

The New York scheme is only available with the Private Collection homes.

This two bedroom showhome reflects our darker colour scheme, London. We thought with the warm grey cabinetry and my Audrey Hepburn inspiration, this scheme reminded us of the classic side of London; Old Bond Street, Harrods and, of course, a London fog tea.

The lighter colour scheme is Paris. I designed the one bedroom showhome

based around the young, up and coming fashion designers in Paris that are not afraid to use bright, bold colours.

Q: The interior of the suite is aggressively neutral and yet manages to be very visually dramatic and elegant.

How do you manage to create such a striking design with neutral tones?

A: I believe strongly that the main pieces of a home like couches, dining room chairs or beds should be neutral to allow for longevity and they also act like a canvas. By adding or changing pillows and accessories, you can alter the entire look and feel of a space. With this showhome I introduced different textures, patterns and layers to create visual interest and only used the gold as an accent – much like jewelry or the perfect lipstick to an outfit.

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Advice | CONDO SENSE

The silent generation - are we listening to them?

By Cameron McNeill

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THE IMPACT OF THE Baby Boomer

generation on real estate is a hot topic, however, there’s another generation (the Boomers’ parents) that has quietly surfaced — The Silent Generation.

Born from 1925–1945, The Silent Generation has yielded a new market of buyers we call Active Seniors.

The key facts to note about this demographic are: » Many have mortgage-free property holdings, usually single family homes » Most have their estate being managed by their Baby Boomer children or least under significant influence of their children » These Active Seniors do not want to lose their independence, however they realize the impracticalities and maintenance of their single family home as they age. » This group often also prefers to “age in place” and are looking for a single-level home where they can stay and have help come to them as needed rather than move again into an assisted living environment. » People are living longer. According to Stats Canada, centenarians are the second fastest growing age group.

In 2012, the average life expectancy was 81.24 years old, a 5 year increase from 1990. With advances in medical sciences along with a desire to live longer and healthier lives, we believe this trend will continue to grow.

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option for these Active Seniors.

Developers will be paying close attention to their needs, as well as their influential Baby Boomer children who want the comfort of knowing their parents are living well.

When we talk to this demographic their priorities are clear. Here are some of the factors to look for when selecting a home for an Active Senior: » Access to transit – the closer the better but pay attention to pathing and traffic. Look for areas with ample lighting, hand rails and minimal stairs, and areas with potential for slipping. » Location – Baby Boomer children want to be close to their parents so locations adjacent to or within residential (mostly single family home) neighborhoods are attractive. » Larger bathrooms and ensuites – with the ability for accessibility upgrades later. This includes bar grabs and shower seats in the bathtubs/showers.

Be sure to speak with your realtor to

ensure you are aware of regulations surrounding this. » Amenities for an active lifestyle – this market loves low impact swimming, Jacuzzi and steam rooms for relief of joint and muscle pain, and convenient access to walking paths and parks. » Options to stay entertained at home – great amenities like a hobby/games room, library, and outdoor garden space. » Safety – concierge services and homeowner occupied buildings will offer a tighter knit community As the Baby Boomers age and move into the same stage of life as their Silent Generation parents, the volume on this conversation will definitely increase.

Cameron McNeill is the owner of MAC Marketing Solutions, one of B.C.’s and Alberta’s leading real estate sales and marketing firms. Email him at cm@macmarketingsolutions.com or follow him on Twitter @mac_marketing

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Find your next home! These pages feature a few of the latest condo, townhome and single-family properties to keep your eye on in the Metro Vancouver area.

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LATEST LISTINGS:

FIRST STREET WEST IN NORTH VANCOUVER

previews and registration

On the Street: 26th Avenue and 164th Street On the Web: miracon.ca Info: Priority register now for these 50 singlefamily homes coming later in the spring.

THE STRAND FIRST STREET WEST Home type: North Vancouver Condos Developer: Fairborne Starting price: From the low $400,000s On the Street: 135 West 1st Street On the Web: firststreetwest.com Info: Priority register now for these boutique residences in Lower Lonsdale. Floor plans as large as 1,200 square feet ranging from one-bedroom to two and den. Great views too. Move-in ready this fall. Great views too.

WESTSIDE AT ORCHARD GROVE Home type: South Surrey Single-family Developer: Miracon 32 YPNEXTHOME.CA

Home type: Condo Developer: Townline On the Street: 2513 Clarke Street, Port Moody Sales Centre: 80 Mary Street On the Web: townline.ca Contact: 604.931.7777 Info: An innovative partnership between Townline Homes, CMHC, BC Housing and TL Housing Solutions means you could purchase a brand new home in this five-storey, mixed-used residence with zero down — honest, if you qualify, you don’t need a penny down payment. Some restrictions/conditions apply. Building’s outdoor plaza and porte-cochere inspired by the inviting warmth of a classic European open-air café.

new releases and grand openings THE ROYAL AT VICTORIA HILL Home type: New Westminster Condos Developer: Onni Starting price: low $300,000s On the Street: Royal Avenue just east of McBride On the Web: onni.com/theroyal Contact: 604.523.0733 Info: Presentation centre coming soon for the final chapter in this 65-acre, master planned community in New Westminster. These one-, two-, and three-bedroom homes will offer a prime location with views overlooking the beautiful Fraser River.

Previews begin on February 13th, so register now to be among the first to see for yourself.

RIVER DISTRICT TOWN CENTRE Home type: Condominiums Developer: Wesgroup Starting price: $355,900 Presentation Centre: 8700 Kinross Street, Vancouver On the Web: riverdistrict.ca Contact: 604.879.8830 Info: New homes just released including the popular A6 one-bedroom and flex floor plan.

These midrise homes maximize the southern exposure and offer breathtaking views of the water. Display suite opens early February.

THE STRAND IN PORT MOODY

ELGIN HOUSE Home type: Condominiums Developer: Polygon Starting price: $299,900 On the Street: 15168 – 33rd Avenue, South Surrey On the Web: polyhomes.com Contact: 604.541.8092 Info: Display homes now open in this newest phase at the Harvard Gardens master planned community. Contemporary East Coast architecture and a great location near top schools, gold, restaurants, and parks.

THE RESIDENCES AT LYNN VALLEY Home type: Condominiums Developer: Bosa Developments Presentation Centre: Lynn Valley Road and Mountain Hwy (in the mall) On the Web: lynnvalleyresidences.com

Info: Grand opening scheduled on February 20 for this exciting collection of six residential buildings (approximately 350 homes) plus commercial space that will include a 43,000-square-foot grocery store and muchneeded renovations to the Lynn Valley Centre.

Tell us your news Got a new development you’d like us to feature in On the Horizon? Drop me a note at stephanie.macdonald@ypnexthome.ca, and we’ll do our best to get you in the next edition.

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The Monthly Maintenance Blues: Strata Fee Differences Across Canada

By Stephanie MacDonald

WHY ARE STRATA FEES so much more in Toronto than Vancouver?

Are your condo fees highway robbery, or a reasonable expense? In Canada, it depends on where you live.

Comparatively, Torontonians pay way more than Vancouverites and Calgarians.

Condo fees, also called strata fees, are the monthly payments owners commit to paying for the upkeep of community property, for operation of amenities, the creation of a contingency fund and various other costs decided on by the strata council. These fees vary building to building and are usually calculated on a per square foot basis.

Lately, these fees in Toronto have become a source of concern, with many experts worrying that these high monthly costs are jeopardizing the ability of many condo owners to keep up with their monthly expenses. So what are the differences nation wide?

We did a quick and un-scientific survey of rates from Vancouver, Calgary and Toronto by taking seven similar two-bedroom units presently for sale, between 700 and 1,000 square feet (though GTA listings do not show square footage), aged between 30 and zero years old. The average monthly fee for Vancouver is 39 cents, Calgary is 50 cents and Toronto comes in at 59 cents per square foot. This means that for an average-size two-bedroom, a Torontonian is paying around $530 per month, whereas a Vancouverite is paying $360, costs that certainly add up over the year.

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buildings where each unit has its own meter. As Calgary is right in the middle, and has a similar hot and cold climate as Toronto, the ten cent difference with Vancouver seems to be the utility costs.

But what about Toronto?

The answers appear to be monthly locker and parking fees, and added amenities that are more common in Toronto buildings. Though buyers must fork out an extra $35,000 or so to purchase a parking spot, parking fees averaging $43 a month are also charged.

Amenities that are common in Toronto, such as indoor pools, basketball and racquet courts, saunas, whirlpools and fully-equipped fitness centres have become less common in other cities.

Extensive amenities can raise the fees by 30 per cent or more.

Even the ultra-luxurious (and controversially named) Trump Tower in Vancouver only has 60-64 cent per square foot costs, while luxury properties in Toronto can be upwards of one dollar, with 1 King West’s at $1.27 – almost double Trump in Vancouver. But, the average price for a one-bedroom and den condo at 1 King West is only $255,400, and at Trump, a one-bedroom plus flex starts around $749,900.

So there you have it. Pay a lot more in Vancouver for your condo, but pay less in monthly strata fees, Pay a moderate amount of both in Calgary, or get a relative deal on the condo but be on the hook for large monthly expenses in Toronto — though you may get excellent amenities if you’re the type of person who uses them.

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Advice | LEGAL ANGLE

Hiring a lawyer Buyer and seller can use the same one!

By Linda Palfi

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YOU HAVE ENOUGH expenses when

you’re buying or selling a condominium home, so why not save a few bucks on the legal end? This can be accomplished by the seller and the buyer employing the same lawyer to handle both ends of the transaction. The saving comes from the lack of cost to courier documents and trust cheques back and forth between law offices. The lawyer also enjoys an efficiency and increase in business that many of them share with the clients by trimming their bills a little.

Remember that the legal processing of a real estate transaction is not an adversarial undertaking, although negotiating the sale/purchase might have been. In almost all cases, the conveyancing is a co-operative administrative process. In a very rare case where a dispute arises between parties using one lawyer, each would turn to a new lawyer to represent them for a negotiated resolution or for litigation. During all my years as a realtor, I’ve never had clients whose sale or purchase ended up in such a serious dispute. In fact, good real estate representation can anticipate and avoid issues that otherwise can haunt buyers and sellers.

Both parties using the same lawyer can save time, as well as money. Other than waiting for registration at the Land Titles office, a delay in a realty transaction can occur when one law office waits for documents or cheques to 42 YPNEXTHOME.CA

arrive from another. But, working within one lawyer’s four walls, a buyer’s “cash to close” cheque, for example, doesn’t need to go anywhere. As soon as it’s securely in the lawyer’s trust account, the lawyer can tell the buyer’s realtor to give the new homeowner the keys.

For an average condominium home purchase in Calgary or Edmonton, buyers will spend about $1,500 on legal fees, while sellers might pay $800. Often, of course, people are selling one home, and buying another; in part with the proceeds of the first. They’re looking at $2,300 in total legal expenses at a time when every dollar counts, so shaving some costs is well worthwhile.

Here are just some of the things you get for your legal expense as a condo homebuyer: » Preparation and registration of your mortgage. » Registration of the condo in your name. » n-trust holding of your money and the mortgage money, then transfer to the seller. » Payment to CMHC of your mortgage insurance fee. » Calculation and allocation of all expenses between buyer and seller,

such as pro-rated shares of property tax and condo fees. » Obtain a “clear” estoppel certificate from the condo corporation to ensure fees are paid up. » Title search on the property, plus fetching a copy of the condo plan from the Land Titles office (if the lawyer specializes in condominium real estate, although a good realtor will already have done it for you). » Patient advice and information services as you ask questions of your lawyer.

Every condominium seller and buyer deserves professional legal services and advice. Once you’re past the push and pull of negotiating your sale or purchase, there’s no reason the two parties to a real estate transaction can’t save a little time and money by both using the same professional lawyer to complete the process.

Linda Palfi is a condominium-specialist realtor with Discover Real Estate. She is the chair of her condo board, and a member of the professional standards committee of the Calgary Real Estate Board. Visit condosincalgary.com or call 403.998.7732

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Advice | CONDO PRO

Condo considerations, inside and out

By Barbara Lawlor

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BUYING A NEW HOME is one of the most exciting steps you can take in your life.

It’s also one of the biggest financial investments you will ever make, so choosing wisely is important.

There’s so much to consider, from location right down to your kitchen counters, and of course, there are many condominiums on the market offering phenomenal choices.

A great way to narrow down your search is to make a list – or in the case of savvy computer users, a spreadsheet – that includes the items you really have to have, and those that would be nice, but are negotiable. Then, compare apples to apples to get the most for your condominium dollar!

Start with the big picture. Where do you want to live? Under your “location” column, note how far buildings are from your work, your family and the places you go regularly, such as sports venues, club meeting halls, places of worship, etc. Keep in mind that the distance from point A to point B on a map is only part of the picture. It’s a good idea to actually do the drive to these spots and find out how much time it takes with road twists and turns, traffic and the like. If the condo is close to public transportation, you will save a lot of money on gas mileage and wear and tear on your vehicle – and maybe you don’t need to own a car at all.

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also be wise to consider purchasing in an up-and-coming area where real estate values are likely to rise as the neighbourhood becomes more established – it’s a great way to gain equity.

You’ll also want to consider the exterior of the condominiums you look at. Are they part of a masterplanned community that encompasses parks, landscaping, courtyards and retail venues? Or are you looking for something on the lake? Does the exterior architecture appeal to you? Figure out a rating system and jot notes on your list accordingly. If you have a taste for the modern, you will probably be happiest coming home to a sleek condo with clean lines.

Don’t forget about the amenities.

Today’s common areas are uncommonly

beautiful, and you should think of them as an extension of your living space. Your list could include a pool, fitness room, party room, games room, guest suite, theatre room, rooftop garden, virtual golf and any other amenity you come across.

Having these spaces in the building enables you to entertain a crowd, barbecue or play pool with friends, hold a Grey Cup party for the gang and host overnight visitors, regardless of how compact your suite may be. Remember that even if you think you may not use a specific amenity, these can all add to the resale value of your suite if and when you move in the future.

Next on your list should be features and finishes, and here’s where you need to watch comparing apples and oranges.

Your brochure package should have a Schedule A of appointments. Study it carefully. For example, most condos offer hardwood in the main living area, granite kitchen countertops and stainless steel appliances with the purchase price. Those that don’t may carry a lower price tag, but if these items are on your must-have list, then you’ll have to pay to upgrade.

Nowadays you’ll find incentives galore.

Again, look at the big picture. Receiving free upgrades with your purchase may be just the thing that tips the scales toward one condo over another.

Remember, every piece of real estate you buy is an investment, whether you live in it or not. When you shop, compare fairly, and the best way to do that is to make a list, and check it twice. You’re sure to end up with something nice!

Barbara Lawlor is president of Baker Real Estate Inc., and an in-demand columnist and speaker. A member of the Baker team since 1993, Barbara oversees the marketing and sale of condominium developments in the GTA and overseas.

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Advice | MIND OVER MORTGAGE

The different types of home ownership

By Alisa Aragon

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THERE ARE FOUR MAJOR TYPES of home

ownership and it is important to have an understanding of what each of them entails.

Freehold ownership: Freehold, or fee simple, properties are one of the strongest forms of home ownership in Canada. The owner of a freehold interest property has the full use and control of the land and the buildings on it, subject to the use of their property which is originated from the zoning bylaws and permit restrictions set in place by the local city or municipality.

A freehold property remains with the title holder unless they transfer it out of their name (sells it) or dies.

Leasehold ownership: Leasehold ownership most commonly occurs on University Endowment Lands, First Nation reserve land and other areas where the city owns the property. The leasehold interest in an area of land, means that you have the exclusive use of the property occupying that land for a designated period of time. Normally the original leasehold ownership in BC is set for 99 years. It is important to note that this time period is not reset with each new buyer of the property. When buying a leasehold property, it is extremely important to check how much time is 50窶ズPNEXTHOME.CA

remaining on the lease. This is particularly important at the end of the lease, as the owner of the property can choose to resell the leasehold interest, redevelop the land entirely or leave the land vacant.

Strata title: There is a high increase in the amount of condos and townhomes available to purchase in the Metro Vancouver and strata ownership is quickly becoming one of the most common forms of homeownership. The strata title form of ownership is designed to provide the exclusive use and ownership of a specific unit or lot within a larger building or development. While the owner of that strata title has full ownership of all the interior elements of their unit, they also share ownership of common areas such as halls, grounds, parkades, elevators, etc. This type of ownership is used for duplexes, apartment blocks, townhome complexes, buildings with residential and retail units (mixed-use properties), warehouses and many other types of buildings. There are some single family properties that are part of a bare-land strata development because the owners share the common space and expenses for maintaining those areas that are shared.

Co-operative ownership: Co-operative ownership is very similar to strata title in which the owner owns a property containing a number of housing units along with its common area of which some or all members can utilize. The major difference between a strata title and a cooperative ownership is that, in co-operative ownership, individuals own shares of the entire building and each shareholder is assigned one particular unit in which to reside.

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neighbourhood has been dazzling homebuyers since its inception. This is a master-planned community with a style all its own: sophisticated, world-savvy, and definitely designed as a celebration of luxury.

And now there’s a whole new way to experience this extraordinary lifestyle. Introducing the Max Collection: unique homes that take urban living to new heights. This brand new release of Aspac’s finest homes lets you live life to the max with maximum size, maximum water views, and maximum value — an exceptional combination of form and function.

Live Life Large These homes are large — some over 3,000 square feet and boasting four bedrooms plus private decks 52 YPNEXTHOME.CA

with more than 1,100 square feet of outdoor space — ideal for downsizers who want to make a move from their single-family homes in neighbourhoods like Shaughnessy or Point Grey without compromise on space. Upsizing families who have simply outgrown their townhome are also taking note — they still get the hassle-free, amenityrich strata lifestyle they love plus the ambiance of a house.

Then you’ve got the views — amazing water views. Thanks to its location adjacent to the Fraser River, every home in the Aspac Max Collection offers direct views of the river, the North Shore Mountains, and open sky. No question enjoying sunsets will become a treasured

part of your life here — just like standing at the prow of a luxury cruise ship while savouring the fresh, water breezes.

Now here’s the best part. The Aspac Max Collection is an amazing value.

“The cost per square foot is incredible compared to other luxury waterfront projects,” says Bill Morrison, president of Platinum Project Marketing. “It’s almost impossible to find suites this large with water views like this. We have homes of this size on almost every floor as well as penthouse level homes that are even larger and more spectacular.”

Experience Maximum Delight Intrigued? Well here’s something else that makes the Aspac Max Collection at 2 River Green stand out from the crowd. Over a year in the planning, Aspac’s three-level, onsite presentation lays claim to being one of the largest in Canada. Located adjacent to the Richmond Oval, this is more than a reflection of the superior quality and luxurious finishings you’ll find in all River Green homes — it’s a showcase of the community’s lifestyle and Aspac’s commitment to continuing the tradition of excellence the company created and developed in Coal Harbour.

The presentation centre is also meticulously situated so you can see the actual views you’ll get from some of the third and fourth floor homes. Views from homes that are higher up are as close as 2 River Green’s digital experience — an interactive kiosk that showcases the entire community as well as individual floorplans.

Celebrate Life River Green’s amenities, too, are astonishing — a shining example of Aspac’s commitment to bring five-star living to every homeowner in every new community they build.

The grand, hotel-inspired lobby features 24-hour concierge, bold use of marble, and pillars wrapped in geometrically aligned woods that transform structural elements into artistic highlights. To one side, an enclosed Zen garden will separate the lobby from the swimming pool just beyond — creating an inviting ambiance like layers of water and greenery.

Integrated between the two, sister towers will be a lavishly landscaped courtyard with sparkling water garden, sundecks that appear to float on the water, and comfortable seating where

homeowners can pause to reflect and recharge. The garden is designed to look as if it connects directly with the Fraser River just beyond — creating a memorable outdoor experience in every season.

Interior amenities include a hotelinspired pool, whirlpool, steam room and sauna, fitness facility with stateof-the-art equipment, and a tranquil yoga area. The musically inclined will be able to practice on the piano or bring an instrument of their choice to the acoustically insulated music room.

There’s also a private theatre room, clubroom with large-screen TV and chef’s kitchen, an outdoor entertainment terrace, and a quiet study room.

Cycling or walking along the 38 kilometres of dike trails can be found, quite literally, right outside your front door. Aspac even provides ultra-secure bike lockers for keeping your favourite two-wheelers safe and sound. Or check out the many offerings at the 23,000-square-foot Olympic Oval right next door.

One River Green is now sold out and 2 River Green is selling rapidly. For your personal tour of the newest release of homes at 2 River Green, visit the presentation centre at 5111 Hollybridge Way in Richmond and experience the Aspac Max Collection for yourself. For more information visit rivergreen.com or call 604.233.2633.

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Inspiration | Q&A

Yanic Simard on

Creating custom

By Elisa Krovblit | Photos Brandon Barre

WHEN YOU HIRE A DESIGNER the space

they create for you is, of course, custom.

But the elements in that room — are they a carefully curated collection that will work in your space or are they custom made, just for you?

New Condo Guide caught up with celebrity designer Yanic Simard, principal of the award-winning boutique firm 56 YPNEXTHOME.CA

Toronto Interior Design Group (tidg.ca), to ask him about custom pieces, and he’s given us some amazing insight into creating the best custom essentials for your home.

New Condo Guide: Why custom?

Yanic Simard: My idea of comfort is living in a space that feels right — a

personal retreat where you end up at the end of the day, and it just feels good.

Going custom is the best way to achieve that.

NCG: Custom can be costly. Are there cost-effective ways to get custom looks?

YS: Upholstery. Custom upholstering an entire piece of furniture, such as an

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armchair or a sofa, can quickly add up.

But focusing on something simple, like the seats of dining chairs, can be a small investment with a big payoff.

This approach also gives you the opportunity to create a lot of looks that you are unlikely to find in a store, such as matching your drapery to a chair back for a statement that says “custom,” loud and clear. This also provides an opportunity to use a small amount of high-end fabric for accents and apply a plainer and more durable material to high-impact areas, such as the seat, for the best of both worlds (and a balanced budget).

NCG: Are there areas where you more strongly recommend going the custom route?

YS: Drapery. As with upholstery, custom draperies can require investing in materials and labour. However, a custom drapery treatment is by far the best way to achieve an elegant look, especially for

windows of an unusual size or walls that do not perfectly suit a pre-made panel.

This is why custom drapery is generally considered worth the investment.

In many cases it is possible to extend a ready-made panel instead of starting from scratch. In much less time than it takes to make a panel from scratch, a seamstress (or skilled DIYer) can cut the bottom of a packaged curtain and attach a panel of a second fabric, creating a perfect-length, colour-block statement without the full price tag.

NCG: Do you recommend customizing pieces of furniture?

YS: Creating a custom piece of furniture for a client is many designers’ dream, but it can sound more like a nightmare for homeowners. The cost, time, imagination and decisions required can make choosing a custom piece seem overwhelming compared to simply dropping by a store and walking away with a new find.

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Style Hits the Wall Whether you’re moving into a brand new home or want to update your current one, your walls are the easiest place to start

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THE BC HOME + GARDEN SHOW is back, February 17th

Amanda Forrest:

to 21st for another exciting year at BC Place. Come learn from the industry’s best known names, including HGTV’s Bryan Baeumler and Carson Arthur, seminars and live demos from Vancouver’s culinary masters, plus more than 425 local exhibitors. When you want to freshen up your existing space or leave your mark on a brand-new one, one of the best places to start is with your walls. We asked design and lifestyle expert Amanda Forrest and wallpaper and textile shop owner Markella Mildenberger the best ways to rethink wall colour and design for maximum impact.

NH&CG: Say that you’ve just bought a brand new condo. Do you paint before you move in, or wait until you’ve lived there a while to consider your wall colour choices?

AF: Chances are if the condo is brand new, the majority of the interior is white. My preference would be to move in first and look at your furniture and accessories in new light, although you will have to move the furniture to paint, you will be more confident in your choice of paint colour.

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NH&CG: Giving old furniture a new life with a coat of paint can obviously make an old décor new. Do you buy antiques purposely to paint a certain colour, or do you refinish the same pieces over and over? Where is a good place to get furniture to make over?

AF: I love the look of painted furniture because it allows me to create an artisan piece that no one else has. I generally find pieces online, garage sales or even at the side of the road. The biggest thrill is giving a tired piece a new personality with paint.

Yes, I paint pieces over and over!

NH&CG: Some people might feel stuck in neutral territory, but would like to go bold with some colour and just don’t know where to start. What are some good places in the home to experiment, and what are some good colours for beginners?

AF: The safest piece to start is a side table or coffee table.

These are generally easy to find at thrift stores and have flat surfaces making them more forgiving to paint for beginners.

My favourite colour to start with is Navy State Of Mind from my FAT Paint Collection, because it pairs so well with beige interiors and appeals to both men and woman.

NH&CG: Since most people spend a lot of their family time in the kitchen, what are some good painting tips for this room to make it comfortable and welcoming?

AF: Painting open shelves in a kitchen is an excellent way to create interest without committing to paint all of your cabinetry. Another handy piece to paint is a step stool or chalk board frame. These pieces all add character in to a kitchen while still serving a purpose.

NH&CG: Can you talk about some of the new paint and colour trends you foresee in 2016?

AF: Pink is totally hot right now, but moody colours like Can’t See Me Camo and Orangeapalooza will rise to the top by the end of this year! Earth friendly paint continues to be the “it” thing in the paint industry. …continued on next page

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Markella Mildenberger: NH&CG: Wallpaper certainly has the capability to bring the drama to a space. How can you go big without being overwhelming?

MM: Wallpaper is meant to add some texture to a space. The trick is to think of the scale of your space and the scale of the design you’re working with.

I recommend finding a handful of designs that you truly love and narrowing down your selection to the one you feel speaks to you. Adding a dramatic piece has to be considered like art. Where would you put it? Would you add a full wall?

How often do you redecorate? Is this design better suited to be framed as a large piece of art so it becomes mobile? How does this fit with the space I’m thinking of using it in? What, if anything would I need to adjust in my space to make room for this?

Wallpapering an entire room has a different feel than wallpapering one wall. Smaller, bold patterns look best in rooms with full wallpaper where they will be broken up with windows and/ or doorways, while eye-catching dramatic designs can dazzle with a focal hallway wall.

NH&CG: If you do want to go for the big drama wallpaper, how can you design the rest of the room’s wall, ceiling and floor colour so that it does not cause migraines or become confusing?

MM: If you’re remodeling or buying a new home, consider hard surfaces like flooring, tiles, countertops and lighting that can’t easily be changed out. Soft goods like paint colours, area rugs and furniture can always change with new finds or upholstery. Pairing a high impact paper with existing surfaces can tie a space together elegantly if pulling from undertones rather than colour families. I don’t suggest over-coordinating when selecting paint colours, fabrics, or accessories. Too many pieces in the same colour family will only pull away from the focal point and become ‘too much’, rather try using complimentary colours and textures that will enhance the wallpaper. If you just aren’t sure, it’s always best to hire a professional.

NH&CG: Is there a general rule of thumb when it comes to choosing wallpaper for small spaces versus large expansive spaces?

MM: A wide open space with high ceilings can afford the drama of a floor to ceiling wall with a large print without looking busy, while a condo foyer might be better suited with a midscale pattern. Powder rooms that are a small fit, on the other hand, can play with medium to small sized prints 66 YPNEXTHOME.CA

and colours to add high impact with a chic feel. Ceilings are impressive ways to incorporate wallpaper as well as areas that are otherwise left out, like laundry rooms, closets, or obscure angles. Consideration to lighting is important – a dark, busy paper may make an already small space look cramped if the lighting is dim or casts shadows, while a brighter area can wow you every time you walk by.

NH&CG: When decorating and selecting furniture, should you keep with the same theme of your wallpaper (like classic floral with antiques) or is there a way to mix up styles and eras while looking elegant and purposeful?

MM: I love to mix things up. There are so many beautiful wallpaper options on the market now that it can be difficult to find your style. If you’re like me, and love a bit from every era and style it can be overwhelming to try and combine. I like to twist things up with wallpapers that are already combinations of eras, for instance, a wallpaper with a traditional pattern with a vibrant colour or vice versa, and marry these with furniture and decor that add to the overall feel. Pulling on colour and pattern from your wallpaper to fit is important, but not imperative. If you have a paper that has undertones to pull from, I suggest starting there. This can be tricky, but selecting what you love is important, your home should be a reflection of you, and with each piece that should reflect that.

If you’re one to stay with a theme, I recommend not going overboard, some themes are better suited for temporary spaces like a family cottage where you won’t tire of a themed space. Staying within the era of your preferred style is not a bad thing either, keeping accessories to a minimum and ensuring the palette is broken up with other colours.

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NH&CG: Can you discuss some of the most interesting wallpaper trends you see coming for 2016?

MM: 2016 is bringing back the quality of artisanal papers and design, custom designs, and one of a kind finds. Dwellers are searching for more ways to personalize their space and are getting away from cookie cutter trends with unique finds. Imagery, vibrant colours and interesting patterns are finding their way into homes, and wallpapers have changed dramatically, making wallpaper a growing trend for years to come.

Markella Mildenberger is owner of The Red Palette, a boutique-sized wallpaper and textile company in Vancouver.

For over three years, Markella has been designing bold artturned wallpaper, which can be seen throughout Vancouver and across the globe. All of the designs in The Red Palette library are created from her original artwork featuring unique colours, textures and imagery.

See her on the BC Hydro Main Stage Back and better than ever before: wallpaper Thursday, February 18, 3PM Friday, February 19, 2PM

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Inspiration | STYLE FILE

Five points to help you

create a sweet sleep retreat AS COLD WEATHER SETS in and the days get shorter and shorter, ensuring our bedrooms feel like sanctuaries becomes so much more important. The bedroom is such an easy place to overlook — and in my experience, it’s often the last place busy parents will invest time and money. To ensure you get the best sleep possible, here are some essential steps to creating the best sleep retreat.

1. Get the best mattress you can afford We spend a third of our day sleeping — so your mattress is a product that is absolutely worth investing in. While it might be scary to look at a high ticket price on a premium mattress, remember that a good mattress can last anywhere from five to 10 years or longer. So a $2,500 mattress amortized over this length of time ends up costing around the same price as your daily cup of coffee.

And do ensure you try before you buy — don’t be shy to lie down and toss and turn in the store to make sure it’s a perfect fit.

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2. Keep it dark Keeping a room dark plays a huge impact on quality of sleep for both adults and children. Before going to bed, put lights on a dimmer (an easy change an electrician can do if you don’t have them currently) to mentally prepare your body for rest. Then ensure you have black out window coverings for the best light fastness. In children’s rooms especially, I love using side channels that a company like Budget Blinds can install to keep light out from the small gaps that typically occur on the sides of roller shades.

3. Keep it dramatic I love creating cozy bedrooms.

In my space I used a deep indigo blue called Krimson Lake

by CIL Paints. It is absolutely a myth that dark colours are inappropriate for small spaces — in a small space dark paint can make a room feel cosy, dramatic and inviting. I took the drama one step further by installing applied moulding from Metrie’s Very Square collection. Applied moulding painted out the same colour as the walls is a modern take on a more traditional architectural application.

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4. Keep it clean Commit to keeping the bedroom the cleanest room in the house. At the end of a chaotic day, who wants to return to chaos? Commit to using laundry hampers, to putting clean laundry away immediately, and to making the bed daily. Making the bed, if you don’t do so already, is a really simple task that will yield huge wins and build momentum for keeping the rest of the room tidy as well.

5. Make it smell good I use an essential oil diffuser in the bedroom in the morning to get me energized and

in the evening to get my body ready for sleep. A few drops of lavender essential oil diffused in the room makes everything smell good and can do wonders to calm the nerves and aid in relaxation. For further help getting the best sleep try an herbal supplement like Pascoflair’s passionflower to de-stress and aid in restlessness. And absolutely remember to not let the bedroom become a dumping ground for mess — you deserve a great night’s sleep and a restful retreat after a long busy day. Commit to giving yourself this gift everyday!

Lisa Canning runs Lisa Canning Interiors specializing in two-hour in-home interior design consultations.

She blogs at Lisa Canning: Blueprints for a Beautiful Life. Look for the hashtag #canningreno on her social media streams to see her own home renovation looked like.

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Buying or renting a condo?

Walk a little, to save a lot

By Wayne Karl IF YOU’RE PLANNING on buying or

renting a condo, here’s an important lesson: purchase prices and rents will be higher the closer you are to major transit hubs such as subway stations.

Sure, it’s convenient to be located adjacent to a subway stop, but it’ll cost you. How much? We’ll get to that in a minute. But if you’re okay with a little walking between home and the station, you’ll also be in for significant savings.

Andrew Scott, senior market analyst, housing markets and indicators, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC), attaches some hard numbers to the concept as it relates to the Toronto highrise market.

For new condos in the city, for example, the average purchase price per square foot for buildings less than 500 metres walking distance to the subway is $632. If you’re willing to walk a little further, say between 500 and 999 metres, it’ll cost you $595 per square foot; $557 between 1,000 and 1,999 metres; and $492 beyond 2,000 metres.

For renters, distance also pays — or costs, depending on how you look at it. Average rents for a two-bedroom apartment less than 500 metres from the subway are about $1,477. Between 501 and 1,000 metres, the rate drops to $1,280, and to $1,158 from 1,001 to 1,500 metres.

“Being close to the subway matters more for renters than buyers,” Scott told YPNextHome.

“Renters often have lower incomes than owners, and are younger as well.

I don’t think it’s a huge leap in logic to presume that these households are more likely to value subway access since they are not able to afford, or do not want to own, a private car.”

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Proximity to transit as a key driver of real estate is not a new concept; we’ve long known that there’s a price to pay for access and convenience.

“Distance is now measured in minutes, not kilometres,” is how the Real Estate Investment Network (REIN) sums it up. Transportation is one of the most dramatic catalysts for real estate growth.

Generally, one of the attributes coveted by homebuyers is nearness to a city’s Central Business District (CBD).

Access to good highway systems, mass transit and commuter rail is sought to afford easy access to the CBD. The basic theory in real estate is that the more attractive the location, the higher the value of the home. As the demand for homes in that area expands, the result is higher housing values.

In its study of the Greater Toronto Area, REIN has found that transportation projects will deliver a 10- to 20-per-cent enhancement of real estate values in the regions most affected. If the market goes

up everywhere, these areas will increase by about 10 to 20 per cent. If the values drop, these will drop by 10 to 20 per cent.

The concept is not just a Toronto phenomenon, or even a Canadian one.

In studies of the effect of transportation improvements on real estate around the world, value increases occur for properties located within 500 to 800 metres of stations on new transportation lines.

Several Toronto neighbourhoods are expected to experience price increases when the new rapid transit stations are completed.

Future transit developments in Toronto that will shape highrise developments: » Toronto-York Spadina Subway Extension » Eglinton Crosstown » Sheppard East LRT » Scarborough Subway Expansion » Finch West LRT » SmartTrack

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The Quantum Properties Group of Companies includes Quantum Realty and Quantum Properties Construction.

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This is not an offering for sale. Any such offering may only be made by disclosure statement. E. & O. E.

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Advice | STAT CHAT

Maybe you should stop listening to your parents?

By Ben Myers

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I SPEAK WITH THE SALES representatives from many of our projects about the prospective buyers that visit the sales offices. I hear a variety of different financial stories, and some that really irk me. A common theme that I hear repeated quite often is parents recommending that their children stay at home, buy a car to drive to work, and save up for a house. I shake my head whenever I hear this poor advice.

A good friend of mine lived in his childhood home for eight years after graduating from university, and took the above advice from his parents. He bought a car, spent money on gas, insurance, and parking when he went into the city to see his friends on the weekend. He had to take a bus to the subway, and then take a streetcar to work, a 45-minute trip. He was spending a ton of cash on his monthly car payment, insurance, gas, repairs, parking, and metro pass, in addition to losing an hour and a half of his day commuting.

And as any single guy can attest, not having a place of his own put a cramp on his dating life.

I told him to buy a condo downtown where he could walk to work, get rid of the car, sleep in 45 minutes longer, and improve his status with the opposite sex.

He didn’t take my advice and missed out on eight of the biggest years for condominium price growth in Canada’s history. The $200,000 condo I suggested he buy in 2005, was worth about 90 YPNEXTHOME.CA

$320,000 in 2013 — and he wouldn’t have had to listen to his mother nagging him to take out the garbage and cut the lawn!

Now I’m not suggesting that Toronto will experience a similar price boom moving forward, but perhaps you should consider a different approach to your life than the path your parents took. At one time owning a car was the path to freedom, the means of social connection, and a key feature of one’s personal brand. That has changed, the means of social connection is via your phone, and your personal brand is often established online. Fewer and fewer young people are buying cars and getting driver’s licenses, choosing to live downtown and use their funds to pay down student debt or buy their first condo.

Don’t be afraid to take your own path, and getting into the condo market early can be a great way to build equity toward buying a lowrise house in the

future. Not ready to make that monthly mortgage payment quite yet? Perhaps buying a pre-construction condo with expected occupancy in 2018 or 2019 works better for you — take advantage of price appreciation with only your down payment. A lot of millennials have realized a new step has been added in their property ladder, and they’ve actually really enjoyed the climb.

I’m not suggesting that you completely ignore your parents’ advice on everything moving forward, but consider a new path to homeownership that has been rewarding for so many buyers over the past decade. Happy condo hunting.

Fortress Real Developments partners with builders across Canada, and Ben assists in evaluating the market and projects that Fortress engages in. Follow his blog posts and commentary on the Canadian Housing Market at fortressrealdevelopments. com/news or follow him on twitter at @BenMyers29.

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city we live in? While some people would prefer things stay exactly as they are, or even revert to some imagined halcyon era in the past, the reality is our city’s population is growing, technology is evolving, and our urban areas must evolve too to keep our home livable and keep our environment clean and healthy.

Though the exhibits may be a bit esoteric for the casual museum goer, if you’re interested in speculating about Vancouver’s future as a place to live and work, this co-presentation between the Museum of Vancouver and the Vancouver Urbanarium is a fascinating and thought-provoking way to spend a couple of hours.

The exhibition asks architects, planners, developers and visionaries to create multimedia scenarios that ask residents of Vancouver to consider their priorities for future growth in development, recreation, transportation, disaster preparedness and more. It’s an attempt to shift the conversation “away from real estate to the state of our city”, explains MoV Director of Curatorial Engagement, Gregory Dreicer.

The show approaches such topics as how we’ll preserve our precious views in the city (a 2,500-foot tall vertical city downtown?), exploring how you’ll get around after the giant earthquake that’s forecasted to rip apart Vancouver (raised bike lanes?), and how we address the need for public space that works for all types of Vancouverites. Visitors are encouraged to present their own ideas and add their voices to the process through computers, drawings and letters.

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“Vancouver is a city in flux, undergoing massive growth and redevelopment,” explains Dreicer. “We are experiencing a watershed moment in the history of the region.” Though most people are talking about Vancouver’s affordability problem, if we address this through density we’ll come upon different issues

to contend with. This exhibition is a way to connect with the people coming up with solutions, and to have your say in what the city looks like going forward.

The exhibition runs through to May 15, at the Museum of Vancouver, 1100 Chesnut Street, Vancouver, BC. museumofvancouver.ca, urbanarium.org

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LOOKING FOR A HOME in sunny South Surrey, but want something that’s got style, charm

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Brought to you by Royale Properties, this collection of 49 residences is located in the heart of South Surrey’s dynamic Grandview Heights neighbourhood. And today, sales manager Tianne Matchett has agreed to give me a sneak peek of the community’s soon to be opened presentation centre — hey, it’s perk of the job.

Timeless Elegance From the street, Notting Hill’s architecture is a whimsical blend of redbrick detailing, portico entryways with covered stoops, and bay windows with metallic black trim that instantly makes me smile. I can’t wait to see inside what will ultimately become the community’s clubhouse.

Here, I discover a sophisticated, distinctly contemporary aesthetic. Sunshine fills the reception area enhancing the airy sense of volume created by the room’s vaulted ceilings.

We step round a corner to the design centre where kitchen and ensuite vignettes have

They stand firmly behind the belief that “your home is your castle: you deserve to be treated like a royale” and it shows. been set up, and I hear myself give a sigh of appreciation. The kitchen is an immediate winner: white matte shaker cabinetry with industrial chic bronze pulls, five-burner gas cooktop, a high-powered hood fan in a eye-catching chimney design, an under counter recycling centre plus soft-close everything.

It’s the island, though, that truly captures my attention. In a word, it’s huge — long and wide with plenty of extra pot drawers. “Actually, that’s not full size,” Tianne says noticing my attempt to take a rough measurement. “The real ones will all be up to 10 feet long… great for entertaining.” And for some serious culinary adventures I add as a mental note to myself. Oh and here’s a tease — the Edison pendant lighting above is pure fun and so visually dramatic. Once again, I find myself smiling as I think how easy it would be to settle in at Notting Hill.

The ensuite, too, has an abundance of “Oh Wow” features — starting with the feature shower wall. Like the floor, it looks just like marble — rich and beautiful in other words. In reality though, both are porcelain tile. It’s a great way to create a sense of spa-style luxury at a cost-effective price — more durable too. “And how often do you find both a large shower and a tub in family-oriented townhomes?” Tianne says. Short answer: not often.

And Tianne has one final piece of news sure to be of interest to young families.

“This building is actually zoned so that it could become a day care if the owners want it — for parents it just doesn’t get any easier than that,” Tianne says.

Your Home, Your Style Ready to talk diversity? Notting Hill delivers by offering four distinct, innovative home designs.

First, there’s the grand flats — singlelevel residences accessed via your own, private front door facing onto the courtyard. Think condo convenience with townhome privacy.

Next there’s Notting Hill’s stacked townhomes. Also accessed through a private front door on the courtyard, these two-level homes include walk-out patios and backyards sure to be a hit for summertime, outdoor entertaining.

Offering a new design twist will be the community’s rooftop townhomes located above the grand flats. And yes, each of these residences includes its own rooftop deck — some of them offering more than 500 square feet of outdoor space.

Of course, if you prefer tradition, Notting Hill also offers a three-story floorplan with either tandem or side-byside parking.

“This opportunity is unique in the Fraser Valley,” Tianne says. “And with

prices starting at $269,900, it gives young families or first time buyers and affordable way to get onto the homeownership ladder.”

Reputation You Can Rely On Proud to be a third-generation, family owned and operated developer with deep roots in the Fraser Valley, Royale Properties has built a reputation for quality construction and customer service that continues long after the day homeowners receive their keys.

They stand firmly behind the belief that “your home is your castle: you deserve to be treated like a royale” and it shows.

Notting Hill will be located at 16520 – 24A Avenue in South Surrey. Grand opening takes place on Saturday, February 13. Be sure to priority register early. For more information visit nottinghilltownhomes.com or call 778.291.2828.

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