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Year-round heated lap pool at the Peter Wall Mansion

Shannon Wall Centre Kerrisdale New History in the Making IT’S BEEN DESCRIBED MANY WAYS:

unique, exquisite, enchanting. But one sentiment shines through: homebuyers have fallen in love with Shannon Wall Centre Kerrisdale.

Once the Wall family residence, this 10-acre estate in Vancouver’s prestigious Westside has undergone a transformation — a re-imagining that honours the property’s heritage while bringing a fresh, engaging contemporary aesthetic. And now is your last opportunity to be part of this new history in the making. Introducing Beverly House and Wilshire House, the two final

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midrise buildings at Shannon Wall Centre Kerrisdale, and coming soon, the longawaited Peter Wall Mansion.

One of a Kind Homes Situated on the top, southwestern edge of the estate at Adera Street and 57th Avenue, Beverly House and Wilshire House will offer all the exceptional finishing details that have defined every home at Shannon Wall Centre Kerrisdale.

Gourmet kitchens with magnificent composite stone countertops, your choice of lacquer or oak cabinetry, and top-of-the-line appliances from

Gaggenau, Liebherr and Bosch are meticulously designed to become the social and entertaining heart of each home. Ensuites are opulent with marble, chrome fixtures, and an elegantly tranquil minimalism. And there’s space — lots of space for the things that matter most in life like friends, family and simply enjoying the delights of a quiet evening at home.

One of a Kind Lifestyle Still, for many of the homeowners who already call Shannon Wall Centre Kerrisdale home, it’s the resort-

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style amenities that truly differentiate this community — amenities you simply won’t find everyday.

Think far, far beyond a fitness centre and extensive landscaping. Shannon Wall Centre Kerrisdale recreates the symmetric grandeur of a formal English garden with manicured boxwood hedges and lawns. There’s a fourseason, outdoor lap pool, and garden plots for growing fresh herbs and flowers. And oh by the way, there is also a fully equipped, stateof-the-art fitness facility — just in case you had the slightest, lingering doubt.

Close to What Counts Need a final enticement? Okay, let’s talk convenience to… well to everything. For families, some of the province’s top ranked schools are just minutes away — York House,

St. George’s, the International Baccalaureate Sir Winston Churchill Secondary and, of course, UBC. Four golf courses are less than three kilometres away, the cultural diversity of Vancouver’s downtown entertainment district is close at hand, and when you’re ready for a quick getaway to sun or snow, YVR is a short 10-minute cab ride away.

You could say, Shannon Wall Centre Kerrisdale is the best of all worlds. Or you could just say it’s home.

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Neighbourhood Profile | KERRISDALE

Kerrisdale KERRISDALE MAY BE PART OF VANCOUVER but it feels like a charming

village. Kerrisdale features a shopping district running generally along West 41st Avenue between Larch and Maple Streets and West Boulevard between 37th and 47th Avenues. Although the city officially defines Kerrisdale as being south of 41st, the majority of the area’s residents consider Kerrisdale’s boundaries to be West 33rd Ave to the north, the Railway right of way to the east, West 57th Street to the south, and Blenheim Street to the west. Kerrisdale has a well-heeled ambiance, but a great selection of independent shops and a great selection of places to buy cool clothes and meet with friends for afternoon coffee.

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is relaxed and congenial, and the streets are lined with luxury sedans and SUVs as opposed to motorcycles or minivans.

Meet the Neighbours: Expect to see a lot of cashmere, plaid and tweed on these people. Many residents are older in terms of age and definitely skew into affluent, conservative territory.

Kerrisdale’s population is about equal parts Asian Canadians and Caucasian Canadians with the Asian population making up more of the younger families and the grannies being mostly Caucasians. While there are a good number of families populating the two high schools and various elementary schools, there are a high proportion of retirees compared to the rest of the city.

In the area: There are many parks in the Kerrisdale area, the closest being Kerrisdale

Centennial Park, site of the Kerrisdale Community and Seniors Centre at 42nd Avenue and West Boulevard. Elm Park at West 41st and Larch Street (and home to Kerrisdale Little League); and Maple Grove Park at Marine Drive, Yew Street and West 51st Avenue.

Recreational facilities in the neighbourhood include the Kerrisdale Skating Arena, Kerrisdale Community Centre and indoor pool and the Kerrisdale Lawn Bowling Club located at Elm Park. Other community facilities include the Kerrisdale Branch of the Vancouver Public Library at West 42nd Avenue and West Boulevard and the West-Main Health Unit at West 43rd Avenue and West Boulevard.

The two public high schools are Magee Secondary and Point Grey Secondary, and for private schools there are Crofton House (girls) and St. George’s and Vancouver College (boys).

you need from London Drugs to sushi is right at your doorstep. If you love meeting your friends for tea, shopping for houndstooth accessories and looking at gardens, this is the place for you. » The bad: It’s expensive, like much of the West Side of the city, and if you’re young and on the lookout for nightlife, you are completely out of luck. Also there is a lack of a good grocery store in the village if you don’t have a car. » If you enjoy peace and quiet you’ll like it here. If you like to be in the middle of the action you might want to look elsewhere.

Planes, Trains & Automobiles: Very convienient to the airport and well served by public transit, Kerrisdale is about a 15 minute drive to downtown.

It is extremely walkable and is divided by the unused CPR train tracks which provide a walking path through town. Busses run up Arbutus Street (which turns into East Boulevard) from downtown at close intervals and across the city from Burnaby and East Vancouver and through to UBC along 41st and 49th Avenues.

The Good, The Bad and The Rest: » The good: This is a beautiful and very friendly little village, very close to the city centre but also close to UBC. The streets are safe and green and everything

Dollars & Sense: » Expensive. Kerrisdale is generally upscale, but there are lots of sweet older apartment buildings that are on the reasonable side to rent. Some have been turned into co-op buildings and condos that are affordable to buy, but many of these are getting bought out by developers to build much bigger, more expensive units in the near future.

Quick Facts » Average price on a 4 $ scale: $$$ = above average to $$$$ = luxury

» Types of properties: Retail space, detached homes, apartments. condos, townhouses » Distance from City Hall: about 8 kilometres.

Hot Spots Hill’s – This excellent clothing store has a great selection of both high-end and more budget options as well as clothes for both the young and hip and older, more classic shopper. www.hillsofkerrisdale.com The Secret Garden – This hidden gem is a fantastic place to take your mum out for high tea on her birthday. www. secretgardentea.com Thomas Hobbes Florist – Thomas Hobbes is a Vancouver gardening icon and his store is full of treasures for the greenthumbed. www.thomashobbesflorist.com Avenue Grill – The community standby with a sign from the “40s and an ever evolving menu. www.avenuegrillbc.com Benton Brothers Cheese shop – One of the best cheese shops in the city, and they don’t mind giving out samples. www. bentonscheese.com Isola Bella Kids Clothes – Extremely pricey (home of the $100 onsie!), but these classically chic kids clothes are made to last generations. www.isolabellakids.com

Real Estate Market The friendly community has a mix of elegant homes, nice, newer townhomes and many rental mid-rise apartment buildings built in the 60’s and 70s surrounded by lush gardens and pools. Tree-lined streets give the area an air of respectability and serenity. Recently, many condo buildings have started to replace some of the older apartment building from the 30s and 40s that line East and West Boulevards.

Rental Market: Kerrisdale has a large amount of rental apartment buildings, dating from the 1950s and 1960s offering large, luxurious suites.

Many of the buildings have outdoor pools and extensive grounds. Rents are actually pretty

reasonable for the size of the suites, which were built for the luxury market many years ago.

There are also smaller suites in older buildings along East and West Boulevards.

Lifestyle overview: Senior-Friendly and Genteel, Kerrisdale is a bustling village with lots of street activity, quite a few community street festivals and a lot of older folks. The tree-lined streets and wealth of independent shops and restaurants attract people from all over the city to shop and stroll. The pace of life here is relaxed and civilized and there are plenty of community resources for everyone from

kids to seniors. It’s not the most exciting neighbourhood in the city, but it sure is one of the most pleasant.

Et. Cetera: In 1905, British Columbia Electric Railway manager, R.H. Sterling asked Mrs. William McKinnon, a young Scottish woman who had recently settled in the area, to name the interurban stop at Wilson Road (today’s West 41st Avenue). She selected “Kerry’s Dale” after the name of her family home (Kerrydale) in Garlock, Scotland. Kerrydale means “little seat of the fairies”. It was soon changed to “Kerrisdale” as we know it today.

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By Sonia Bell and Wayne Karl WHO’S READY FOR SOME MARCH MADNESS, CANADIAN REAL ESTATE EDITION?

It’s mid March, and spring begins this weekend — signalling what is traditionally the busy season in real estate.

1st ROUND: Chilliwack, BC (12%) vs. Fraser Valley, BC (19%) Vancouver Island, BC (8%) vs. Powell River, BC (12%) Victoria, BC (8%) vs. Vancouver (24%) South Okanagan, BC (8%) vs. Okanagan-Mainline, BC (8%) BC Northern (13%) vs. Northern Lights, BC (9%) Kamloops, BC (4%) vs. Grande Prairie, Alta. (20%) Alberta West, Alta. (11%) vs. Edmonton (11%) Calgary (10%) vs. Lethbridge, Alta. (6%) Central Alberta (13%) vs. South Central Alberta (7%) Lloydminster, Alta. (19%) vs. Lloydminster, Sask. (27%) Medicine Hat, Alta. (9%) vs. Swift Current, Sask.(18%) Moose Jaw, Sask. (11%) vs. Regina (3%) Saskatoon (7%) Battleford, Sask. (15%) Southeast Saskatchewan (8%) vs. Yorkton, Sask. (11%) Brandon, Man. (9%) vs. Portage La Prairie, Man. (3%) Winnipeg (9%) vs. Thompson, Man. (9%) 30 YPNEXTHOME.CA

The madness in Canadian real estate hit a new peak this week when the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) released its stats for February — noting that the national average price exceeded $500,000 for the first time. In February, the average price jumped 16.4 per cent year-over-year to $503,057.

So, in the spirit of the NCAA March Madness basketball tournament, YPNextHome put together our own bracket of championship housing markets across Canada.

2nd ROUND:

3rd ROUND:

4th ROUND:

5th ROUND:

Fraser Valley, BC (19%) vs. Powell River, BC (12%) Fraser Valley, BC (19%) vs. Vancouver (24%) Vancouver (24%) vs. South Okanagan, BC (8%) Vancouver (24%) vs. Grand Prairie (20%) BC Northern (13%) vs. Grand Prairie, Alta. (20%)

WEST CHAMPION: LLOYDMINSTER, SASK.

Grand Prairie, Alta (20%) vs. Edmonton (11%)

(27%)

Edmonton (11%) vs. Calgary (10%) Vancouver (24%) vs. Lloydminster, Sask. (27%) Central Alberta (13%) vs. Lloydminster, Sask. (27%) Lloydminster, Sask. (27%) vs. Swift Current, Sask. (18%) Swift Current, Sask. (18%) vs. Moose Jaw, Sask. (11%) Lloydminster, Sask. (27%) vs. Battleford, Sask. (15%) Battleford, Sask. (15%) vs. Yorkton, Sask. (11%) Battleford, Sask. (15%) vs. Winnipeg (9%) Brandon, Man. (9%) vs. Winnipeg (9%)

Percentages are average price growth 2012-16 (CREA)

MARCH MADNESS

We paired the top proximate markets across the country, using official CREA average price growth as the deciding factor. We chose a four-year window, from 2012 to end of 2015, to provide longer-term, bigger picture context of market performance.

It’s East versus West, as city market takes on city market to determine the eventual Canadian slam-dunk champion.

Spoiler alert: it’s not Toronto or Vancouver.

WHY DID WE USE A FOUR-YEAR WINDOW? Because we thought it would provide a more accurate picture of a real estate market over the long term. There’s no secret, for example, that areas such as Calgary and Edmonton are getting hammered due to the prolonged slump in oil prices.

In Calgary, for example, home prices declined by 3.5 per cent in February on a year-over-year basis. Ouch. But looking at it over the last

5th ROUND:

4th ROUND:

3rd ROUND:

2nd ROUND:

Durham Region, Ont. (32%) vs. Toronto (25%) Durham Region, Ont. (32%) vs. Hamilton-Burlington, Ont. (23%) Hamilton-Burlington, Ont. (23%) vs. Niagara Falls-Fort Erie, Ont. (19%) Durham Region, Ont. (32%) vs. Guelph, Ont. (16%)

EAST CHAMPION: DURHAM REGION, ONT. (32%)

Kitchener-Waterloo, Ont. (12%) vs. Guelph, Ont. (16%) Guelph, Ont. (16%) vs.

Tillsonburg, Ont. (16%) Kawartha Lakes, Ont. (15%) vs. Tillsonburg, Ont. (16%) Durham Region, Ont. (32%) vs. Northumberland Hills, Ont. (21%) Southern Georgian Bay (West), Ont. (16%) vs. Simcoe, Ont. (19%) Simcoe, Ont. (19%) vs. Barrie, Ont. (25%) Orangeville, Ont. (14%) vs. Barrie, Ont. (25%)

— National Champion —

Barrie, Ont. (25%) vs. Northumberland Hills, Ont. (21%) Yarmouth, NS (17%) vs.

Thunder Bay, Ont. (18%)

DURHAM REGION, ONT. (32%)

Thunder Bay, Ont. (18%) vs. Northumberland Hills, Ont. (21%) Windsor-Essex, Ont. (14%) vs. Northumberland Hills, Ont. (21%)

1st ROUND: Durham Region, Ont. (32%) vs. York Region, Ont. (31%) Toronto (25%) vs.

Mississauga, Ont. (19%) Hamilton-Burlington Ont. (23%) vs. Oakville-Milton, Ont. (21%) Niagara Falls-Ft. Erie, Ont. (19%) vs. St. Catharines, Ont. (16%) Kitchener-Waterloo, Ont. (12%) vs. London-St. Thomas, Ont. (10%) Guelph, Ont. (16%) vs. Cambridge, Ont. (14%) Peterborough-The Kawarthas, Ont. (12%) vs. Kawartha Lakes, Ont. (15%) Woodstock-Ingersoll, Ont. (11%) vs. Tillsonburg, Ont. (16%) Southern Georgian Bay (East), Ont. (12%) vs. Southern Georgian Bay (West), Ont. (16%) Simcoe, Ont. (19%) vs. Brantford, Ont. (19%) Orangeville, Ont. (14%) vs. Huron Perth, Ont. (11%) Barrie, Ont. (25%) vs. Orillia, Ont. (13%) Yarmouth, NS (17%) vs. Quinte, Ont. (10%) Thunder Bay, Ont. (18%) vs. Grey Bruce Owen Sound (12%) Sarnia-Lambton, Ont. (10%) vs. Windsor-Essex, Ont. (14%) Northumberland Hills, Ont. (21%) vs. Welland, Ont. (17%) APRIL 1 - 15, 2016 | NEW HOME & CONDO GUIDE 31

four years, the average price has actually risen 10 per cent. Not bad, eh?

REAL ESTATE IS LOCAL Forget that CREA says the national average price exceeded $500,000 — climbing to $503,057 – for the first time. Sure, it makes for interesting headlines and provides some context on a national basis.

But as Toronto-based mortgage expert Calum Ross says: “Saying there is a Canadian housing market is no less ridiculous than saying there is ‘Canadian temperature.’”

Or that traffic at one end of the country is the same at the other.

“Canada represents one of single largest countries in the world and going from coast to coast, Canada is home to a very diverse group of people with local economics that are vastly different,” he says.

Real estate is local, not national. You don’t buy the Canadian market, or even a provincial or regional one. You buy one home in one location.

If you’re buying a home in Chilliwack, BC, where the average price is $336,000, or Yarmouth, NS, where the average price is $125,066 — what do you care what the national average price is?

The fact is, the national average price is heavily skewed by Vancouver and Toronto, as Canada’s most active and expensive housing markets. If these two are excluded from calculations, CREA says, the average is a more modest $355,235, and the yearover-year gain is just 8.7 per cent.

HOW DID WE SELECT WHICH MARKETS FACE WHICH MARKETS? How did we “seed” the markets, using March Madness parlance? Initially, geography.

Since real estate is local, market performance is most influenced by the economic fundamentals on a provincial, regional and municipal basis.

For example, Guelph would naturally take on Cambridge, since these two markets are barely 23 kilometres apart, and therefore are subject to similar challenges and opportunities in that area.

While geography was the key determining factor for which cities face off in the first round, we had to make a handful of exceptions. For example, the 32 city markets in the first round for eastern Canada were all located in Ontario, with the exception of one maritime city, Yarmouth, NS. To

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help compensate for the large geographical distance, we paired Yarmouth with one of the Ontario cities located farthest east. And while this still doesn’t necessarily make them fair opponents, it wouldn’t be March Madness without a little controversy.

As certain cities failed to make it past the first round, proximity became less prevalent, and opposing cities advanced to the next round based on which market had a higher increase in home price growth over the last four years.

AND FINALLY...

Apologies to Quebec. CREA doesn’t collect the same detailed data on this market.

THE ‘SWEET 16’ Canada’s top performing real estate markets by price growth*

Market

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1. Durham Region, Ont.

$333,201

$439,842

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2. York Region, Ont.

$589,435

$769,942

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3. Lloydminster, Sask.

$226,802

$288,236

27

4. Toronto

$498,973

$622,046

25

5. Barrie, Ont.

$299,685

$373,203

25

6. Vancouver

$730,063

$902,801

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7. Hamilton-Burlington, Ont.

$360,059

$442,493

23

8. Oakville-Milton, Ont.

$565,088

$685,486

21

9. Northumberland Hills, Ont.

$247,089

$299,634

21

10. Grande Prairie, Alta.

$266,220

$318,798

20

11. Brantford, Ont.

$245,436

$293,059

19

12. Fraser Valley, BC

$483,730

$577,507

19

13. Mississauga, Ont.

$459,035

$546,296

19

14. Niagara Falls-Fort Erie, Ont.

$212,993

$253,362

19

15. Lloydminster, Alta.

$271,604

$322,991

19

16. Simcoe, Ont.

$217,973

$258,933

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*Percentage increase from 2012 to end of 2015 SOURCE: CANADIAN REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATION

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You can break your mortgage and refinance it at a lower rate, but there are pros and cons of doing this.

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that’s adjacent to miles and miles of trails, as well as what will become one of the country’s largest destination shopping areas, sounds like just your style, this spring has some really good things in store for you.

Why? Because this spring introduces the new homes at Aerie Walk — the first release of 45 townhomes at Tsawwassen Shores.

“This is an incredible opportunity for young families and downsizers alike,” says Deren Akinci, project marketer with Rennie Marketing Systems. “With homes starting at $569,900 and ranging from 1,270 to 1,300 square feet, you’re able to get the room you want at an attainable price — something that’s virtually impossible to find in the city.”

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Then there’s Tsawwassen Shores’ setting right next to the Pacific Ocean. Hint: beachcombing among the sun-bleached driftwood, fresh sea breezes and magnificent sunsets.

“We love running and biking, so having the Blue Heron Trail right there is going to be fantastic,” says one couple who purchased in an earlier phase. “A couple of nights ago we walked for 45 minutes and still didn’t get to the end of it.” Plus, a traditional boardwalk with seating and lookout points is currently well under construction and anticipated to open this spring.

City Savvy “This is definitely a neighbourhood you can grow into,” Deren says. “For families, there are top ranked schools nearby. The Tsawwassen Mills Shopping Centre jut across the street has announced that Sak’s Off Fifth Avenue and Bass Pro Shop will be two of the first anchor tenants, and with easy access to downtown Vancouver, the US border, Richmond and YVR, it’s easy to get anywhere.”

The Tsawwassen Shores’ presentation centre and show homes are open noon to 5 p.m. daily except Fridays at 1875 Tsawwassen Drive in Delta (last right before the ferry terminal). Two- and three-bedroom floorplans available. For more information, visit tsawwassenshores.com or call 604.943.6677.

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Trending

Eight easy ways to go green in your condo

By Jackie Marchildon

THERE ARE MANY WAYS TO MAKE your home green.

While some require a little more money than others (purchasing new Energy Star appliances or installing solar panels, for example), you can still make a difference at home with a few simple tricks.

1. Move your fridge into the shade: Leaving your fridge in the sunlight forces it to work harder than it has to and wastes energy.

2. Replace your incandescent light bulbs with LED ones: LEDs are a great green option as they use less electricity, produce less heat and last longer than your average incandescent light bulbs.

3. Put up thick curtains in the winter: You’ll keep warmer in the colder months (sadly we have many of them) without having to crank the heat and you’ll conserve energy in doing so.

4. Sign up for online statements: You’ll save money (some financial institutions charge for paper statements), de-clutter your home and save trees in the process.

5. Use vinegar to clean: Clean everything and anything you can with vinegar; it’s the perfect all natural multipurpose cleaner!

6. Install a water-saving shower head: Admittedly the wrong low-flow shower head can make for a bad shower but nowadays there are many watersaving options that don’t compromise pressure.

7. Buy local produce — and walk to the market to get it: The less your food had to travel to get to you, the better — and who doesn’t love a good local farmers’ market?

8. Open your blinds: Avoid turning on the lights in your house and instead open your blinds to allow the sunlight to naturally brighten and warm your home.

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Jackie Marchildon is the bilingual senior editor at Yellow Pages NextHome.

She prides herself on being interested in everything and because of this her editorial experience ranges from human rights writing to travel blogging to educational publishing.

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Inspiration | DESIGN SECRETS

SPRING will breathe new life into new home design

Bright, modern colour punctuates this powder room designed

by Jane Lockhart Interior Design.

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By Jane Lockhart

AS DAYS BECOME longer and the warmth starts to thaw through the rain and cold, trends in home design are starting to emerge. Spring is a time of new hope, growth and purpose, and that is also evident in design. Right now, there are brighter, more vibrant colours, daring art and accessories and a shift in the “rules.”

Natural elements still play as large a role as they did in the autumn and winter, but this time they are less structured and more abstract.

This spring brings a large shift from the traditional in terms of room layout.

We are seeing a blur in the lines of each specific room in new designs. This also impacts the tasks associated with that space that generally predict how we design. For example, wine fridges are popping up in other rooms besides just the kitchen. New this season is a sleeker built-in design in the bedroom and dining room. Mini fridges have undergone a makeover and their newer elegant form can now be found in bedrooms or family rooms to make access to a drink and snack easier.

Built-in coffee makers are now seeking a home in the master ensuite or bedroom.

Along with this movement, there is a progression of mirrored cabinets and vanities leaving the bathroom. They have begun popping up throughout the home as well. These are great because in addition to hidden storage space, they add outlets too. The installation of in-wall mirrored cabinets is now in walk-in closets and mudrooms. The mirrored cabinet isn’t the only item making its way out of the bathroom.

Cabinets, minus the sink, are now

Natural materials highlight this living room designed by Jane Lockhart Interior Design.

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affixed to walls to act as dressing tables.

These are ideal for a walk-in or even a hidden nook in the master.

From appliances to hardware and colour, the arrival of spring leaves no part of design untouched. Perhaps the most exciting part of spring is the emerging colours both outdoors and in. Spring often leaves its mark with bright and bold colours. North Americans welcome the change after a long winter with lots of white!

Currently, there is a nod back to the 1980s with this season’s new colours.

There will be a modern take on colours like dusty rose and hunter green.

“Cabinets, minus the sink, are now affixed to walls to act as a dressing table. These are ideal for a walk-in or even a hidden nook in the master.”

The natural influences are still strong this season, but more raw and abstract then we have seen in the past. Now woods have unfinished edges in both dining and coffee tables. The colours are earthier, giving the impression of natural surfaces. These are combined with very modern lines and brighter colours to create a beautiful juxtaposition when mixed together.

The end of winter is often met with excitement, colour and new styles in interior design. This year is no different.

Colour is a strong player with less defined spaces and a nod to raw nature.

Remember, this does not mean to reinvent your style, but introduce the pieces you love and mix them with your current style. The only thing that matters is that you love your space!

Jane Lockhart is founder and principal designer of Jane Lockhart Interior Design. She was creative director and host of W Network’s top-ranked show, Colour Confidential, and has a Canadian-built furniture collection, Jane by Jane Lockhart, by Statum Designs. Visit online at janelockhart.com.

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Advice | CONDO PRO

Resort-style amenities at home

By Barbara Lawlor

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IT’S A WONDERFUL THING when

coming home feels like a vacation every day. That’s the case with many condominiums today, which offer amenities and services similar to a resort. This lifestyle choice is becoming increasingly popular with people who value their leisure time. The freedom from worrying about building maintenance, repairs and upkeep is fabulous, and is only the beginning of the resort mood that a modern condominium offers.

For me and so many others, the ambience starts in the lobby, which really does set the tone for the building.

Developers put a lot of thought into lobby design to provide a setting that is like a beautiful hotel, with gorgeous décor and the convenience of being able to access concierge service. In addition to the built-in security this service provides, the concierge presents a professional first impression to guests, announces visitors and offers practical services such as receiving packages and deliveries for residents who are away. Some condominium concierges will even go as far as booking theatre tickets, scheduling dog-walking and the like. A few condominium residences are actually situated on top of a five-star hotel, which is, of course, the ultimate in luxury.

And speaking of luxury, modern condominiums have fabulous amenities like rooftop gardens and garden terraces where residents can barbecue and relax amid lush greenery. These areas also

provide striking views, and when the condo is also near the lake, it’s all the more like spending time at the cottage.

Water-lovers also appreciate the fact that the swimming pools and whirlpools in today’s condominiums are situated where they can get a lot of natural light for a truly inspiring experience all year long. And when you can count on someone else to keep the water clean and the pools maintained, it’s the best of both worlds.

Recreational amenities and anything that benefits health-conscious residents are in demand, and you will find that the fitness facilities in condominiums are always in use. Convenient and bright, these fitness areas are pleasant to work out in, and having them in the building saves on commercial club fees. Some condos have spas close to pools, change rooms and saunas so residents can indulge in a total spa experience. A few even have a dedicated room specifically for massage therapy, where a therapist can come in and set up a portable table – yet another luxury condo owners can enjoy without leaving home.

Cinema-style screening rooms set the scene for getting together with friends to watch a movie or sporting events

without the hassle of driving somewhere, parking and trying to see over the people in the seats in front of you. For gala entertaining, the party room is a great option that eliminates the need for you to clean up a big mess the next morning.

The amenities in condominiums really do expand your lifestyle potential far beyond the square footage of the suite. And if you are fortunate enough to live on top of a five-star hotel, you have the ultimate in vacation-style living at your fingertips, with access to things like housekeeping services, valet parking and room service.

Fun, relaxing, invigorating, tranquil, beautiful, bright – today’s condominium amenities are more exciting and varied than ever before. In so many ways, living in a condo is like having a mini-resort or getaway under your own roof. And when you do choose to go away on vacation, that holiday feeling begins the moment you lock the door and leave, knowing your home will be protected and looked after.

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 Canada and overseas.

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Property Profile | THE BURQUITLAM CAPITAL

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509 Clarke Road (coming soon) Contact

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The Burquitlam Capital

That Last Great Place: Part One

IT’S A NEIGHBOURHOOD IN THE MIDST of an exciting transition: a dynamic neighbourhood

with visionary outlook and a deep-rooted pride in the diversity of its heritage. This is Burquitlam, a place where the future is bright. It’s also where you’ll find The Burquitlam Capital, a 23-storey residential tower with eye-catching architecture, a location that’s close to everything, and some downright “oh wow” pricing.

a three-minute walk to the new Burquitlam SkyTrain Station. You’ll be able to access all the new shops and restaurants that are coming to this neighbourhood as well as at Lougheed Town Centre. Plus we’re adding over 10,000 square feet of brand new retail and restaurant space at the base of the building.”

And while specifics are still a secret, John’s excited to announce he anticipates one of those eateries will be “an extremely popular” restaurant from Vancouver. So stay tuned for more details.

Invest in Your Future “Whether you’re a first-time buyer, an investor, or perhaps a parent who wants to give your child a place to live while they’re at university, this is an incredible opportunity for people with vision,” John says. “Burquitlam has already changed dramatically — in five or 10 years, it’s going to be amazing.”

Defining a Community “For many people, the cost of a home in Vancouver puts ownership out of reach,” says John Gilmour, vice president of Magusta Development. “Here you can buy a brand new, twobedroom home for less than the cost of many older, resale one-bedrooms in Vancouver, and you’re still only half an hour from downtown via the SkyTrain. Burquitlam is truly ‘that last great place’ to buy, and The Burquitlam Capital is poised to take homeownership to a new level as a pedestrian-friendly, transit-oriented urban hub.”

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The Burquitlam Capital’s presentation centre is anticipated to open late April in Coquitlam. Prices for these one- and two-bedroom homes start at $197,900. For more information and to priority register, visit burquitlamcapital.com or call 604.492.1150.

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THAT LAST GREAT PLACE TO CALL HOME Now that Lougheed, Burnaby and Port Moody have been extensively developed and housing prices seem beyond reach to many, there is still one great place to live: Burquitlam. Located just on the border of Burnaby and Coquitlam, Burquitlam is the last community to be developed with its own SkyTrain station. And at the heart of it all, less than a three-minute walk from the new Burquitlam SkyTrain Station, is The Burquitlam Capital: that last great place to call home, where everything you’ve been searching for is finally within reach.

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This is not an offering for sale. Any offering for sale can only be made after a Disclosure Statement has been filed with the Superintendent of Real Estate. Any renderings, sketches, layouts, finishes and other descriptions of the development on this advertisement or elsewhere are preliminary only and are subject to change. Registration through the website serves only to give the person registering an opportunity to receive certain updates regarding the development. Registration does not give the person registering a right to acquire a strata lot and does not assure the person registering that he or she will be given priority in relation to any other interested persons. E.&O.E.

Hot Properties

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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by Susan M Boyce

LATEST LISTINGS:

VENUE

Celebrate the heritage of one of Surrey’s original neighbourhoods as it embarks on a whole new lifestyle at Venue by Tien Sher.

previews and registration CRISTALLO Home type: Condominiums On the Street: 828 Gauthier Avenue, Coquitlam On the Web: cristallohomes.com Contact: 604.939.6816 Info: Coming soon Coquitlam’s charming Maillardville neighbourhood, this collection of one- two- and three-bedroom homes features old world craftsmanship and attention to detail

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plus a location that puts you close to everything.

Priority register now for more information as it’s released. Presentation centre opens soon.

SHAUGHNESSY RESIDENCES Home type: Townhomes Developer: Alabaster Homes On the Street: 8100 Shaughnessy Street, Vancouver Sales Centre: 301 – 1788 W Broadway, Vancouver (by appointment) On the Web: alabasterhomes.ca Contact: 604.558.5852 Info: Presales anticipated to begin in spring for this exciting collection of just 15 three- and fourbedroom townhomes in one of Vancouver’s most

venerated neighbourhoods. Swooped rooflines, contemporary floorplans, and an amazing location fronting onto Oak Park and the Oakridge Marpole Community Centre. In the catchment area for top-ranked schools including Sir Wilfred Laurier Elementary and Sir Winston Churchill Secondary (an International Baccalaureate School).

VENUE Home type: Condominiums Developer: Tien Sher On the Street: 107th Avenue and King George Boulevard Presentation Centre (coming soon): 10760 Whalley Boulevard

On the Web: venuelife.ca Contact: 604.581.8000 Info: Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the reinvention of Surrey’s historic Whalley neighbourhood. Designed to integrate a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly landscape with ultra modern architecture, Venue is poised to become a new urban hub. Cool factoid: the famous Flamingo Hotel will discover new life as part of this development.

SHAUGHNESSY RESIDENCE Shaughnessy Residences by Alabaster Homes is expected to commence sales this spring in Vancouver.

THE BURQUITLAM CAPITAL

Dramatic architecture and a prime location define The Burquitlam Capital in West Coquitlam by Magusta.

Home type: Condominiums Developer: Magusta Development Starting price: $197,900 Sales Centre (coming soon): 509 Clarke Road On the Web: burquitlamcapital.com Contact: 604.492.1150 Info: Located just three minutes from the SkyTrain and a short walk to a diverse, ever-expanding array of shops, restaurants, and services, this 23-storey tower embraces the heritage of the Burquitlam neighbourhood while celebrating a totally contemporary outlook on life.

SOHO Home type: Townhomes Developer: Zenterra On the Web: zenterra.ca Info: Coming to South Surrey, Soho is positioned to become a smart new alternative to Vancouver’s escalating home prices. Ideal for families and professionals alike, this collection of three- and four-bedroom homes is located in the ever-expanding Grandview Heights neighbourhood and will features spectacular rooftop patios providing a whole new view of South Surrey. Priority register now for info as it comes available.

new releases and grand openings MAHOGANY AT MILL LAKE Home type: Condominiums Developer: Quantum Properties Starting price: mid $200,000s On the Street: 2180 Gladwin Road, Abbotsford On the Web: mahoganycondos.com Contact: 778.255.9990 Info: Grand opening takes place in April for this highly anticipated, 26-storey tower. The only new concrete construction in the Abbotsford area, these executive suites boast spectacular views of Mill Lake or Mount Baker and are designed with geo-thermal heating/cooling. Amenities include a pool, hot tub, fitness centre, Zen area, clubroom, guest suites, workshop, café/bistro, landscaped gardens, and outdoor barbeque area.

THE BURQUITLAM CAPITAL

Conveniently located just a block north of the Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre.

the upcoming opening of Calla’s presentation centre and be part of this vibrant, master-planned urban village.

CALLA Home type: Condominium Developer: Townline On the Street: No.5 Road and Steveston Highway (beside Loblaw’s City Market) On the Web: townline.ca Contact: 604.271.3331 Info: The final phase at The Gardens is coming this spring. Homes are air conditioned and feature unobstructed views of the community’s 12-acre park and North Shore Mountains. Easy highway access and walking distance to City Market, Ironwood Plaza and Copper Smith Plaza.

Register now to receive priority notification about

MODENA Home type: Condominium Developer: Citimark and Omicrom On the Street: Hastings and Madison, Burnaby On the Web: modenaburnaby.com Contact: 604.833.8215 Info: Located in The Heights neighbourhood that’s known for its friendly people and enthusiastic lifestyle, this limited collection of 28 homes features contemporary architecture and rooftop terrace with outdoor lounge area. Many also offer North Shore Mountain views. Previews now underway.

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

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Would you ever live on the 13th floor?

How superstitious are you, and how much would it affect your next home purchase? You might not think that finding the perfect home has much to do with luck and superstition, but for some, it’s on the list.

You have to do your research and check out the tangible factors, but it just so happens that the wrong number can stigmatize a property and hurt the price — or add value because of a luck factor.

Numerology plays highly in real estate superstition, because it’s so integral — street names, street numbers, floor numbers, suite numbers and even sale prices. Home pricing strategy, says Realtor Yan Gurevich, is affected by numerology and personal connections to lucky or unlucky numbers, and to personal and sometimes weird preferences. He notes that you’ll see numbers that add to a specific lucky number, or the inclusion of repeated numbers, like an 888 price point.

So what are the lucky — and not so lucky — numbers?

4 UNLUCKY

Tetraphobia. In Chinese it sounds like the word for death so 4, and any number with a digit of 4 is to be avoided: 40, 444, 441. Numerous buildings exclude the fourth floor. You may find buildings like hotels, apartments and even hospitals without a fourth floor and even without a room number 4. In fact, Vancouver has had an increasing problem with developers wanting to omit the fourth floor, 14th floor and any other floor with the number 4 — even excluding suites with the number 4.

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Ryan, as reported in the Vancouver Sun November 2015, it was becoming a safety issue, and the city issued a bulletin to developers that removing floors for cultural or superstitious reasons would have to stop, citing that, for example, it could pose a danger to firefighters in case of emergency, who would not be able to rely on finding an actual floor by numerical sequence if random

numbers were arbitrarily missing in some buildings.

7 LUCKY

Whether it’s the number of days it took the divine to create the world or the fact that 7 is a number that repeats itself in too many obvious ways — 7 seas, 7 colours in the rainbow’s spectrum, 7 notes on the scale — it’s lucky and it’s

worked out well for playoff games and James Bond (007) too. My house address is number 7, and without fail, everyone that has ever visited has remarked that my home is lucky. I can’t disagree — it’s been good to me.

8 LUCKY

An auspicious number in Chinese culture, 8 is considered to be the luckiest number. Have you ever seen a property listing price with the last three digits 888 — as in $400,888? Now you know why.

9 UNLUCKY

In Japanese, 9 sounds like the word for torture or suffering and is to be avoided.

13 UNLUCKY

Triskaidekaphobia, or the fear of the number 13, has long been a superstition.

Paraskevidekatriaphobia is the fear of Friday the 13th. Whether it stems from The Last Supper in the Christian faith, where Judas was the 13th apostle to sit at the table, or from Viking lore, we’ll never know — but it’s among the most famous of superstitions, enough so that a great number of buildings — rentals, condos and office buildings — don’t offer a 13th floor.

666 EVIL

From the book of Revelations, John The Apostle’s reference to ‘The number of the beast’ (chapter 13) is associated with Hexakosioihexekontahexaphobia.

Though in Chinese culture, the pronunciation of 666 sounds like “things going smoothly” so the number is favourable. I once had a colleague who lived at 668. She joked that she was ”The Neighbour of the Beast.” This one is pretty universal.

There are other superstitions and signs of luck in real estate, beyond buying a home with a yard full of four-leaf clovers on St. Patrick’s Day. The colour red is a symbol of luck in Chinese culture and occasionally comes up, from the paint palette to the marketing material of new developments.

Some agents and homeowners believe that burying a little statue of St. Joseph will help their home sell. There are a few differing views about how the statue should be buried, though all agree that the statue should be wrapped to keep it clean as a sign of respect. You can buy a St. Joseph House Selling Statue Kit online.

Feng Shui is also given some consideration. If a property has bad energy or no flow, it can be a deterrent for a sale. Feng Shui can even relate to a residence’s placement on a street and how the energy will interact with the flow in the neighbourhood. A home at the T of an intersection can get too much chi too fast, and that’s not good.

But for now, may luck be with you for your real estate ventures.

17 UNLUCKY

In Italy, 17 is not a welcome number.

The Roman numerals for 17 (XVII) are an anagram for VIXI — a term implying you’re dead, similar to the term RIP (Rest In Peace). You don’t want your address denoting you’re dead. Real estate, in turn, rules out 17 — which is easier and less intrusive than ruling out the number 4!

18 LUCKY

In Hebrew, the same digits are used for letters and numbers, so every word can be read as a number and every number can be sounded out. The digits for 18 are read as the word “life” which is invested with a belief of luck, especially luck to live a long life. To live at number 18 or on the 18th floor would invest the residence with luck for a long life.

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IT’S NO SECRET THAT I LOVE SURPRISES. So arriving

at Hyde Canyon instantly puts a smile on my face. This collection of 64 estate homes is like an unanticipated, hidden gem, a community that has it all — amazing views, a naturally tranquil setting, and homes that clearly fit the descriptor of “luxurious elegance.”

“People are astonished when they arrive for the first time, because they simply don’t expect it to be so beautiful here,” says Clare Player, lead sales representative. Her gesture takes in the lush greenery of the adjacent ALR lands and the exquisite landscaping that’s been added to complement each home.

“There are over two kilometres of walking trails within the property itself,” she adds. “So it’s great for jogging, walking the dog, or an after dinner stroll.” All this and you’re still less than 15 minutes

from the bustling retail and dining mecca of downtown Langley or the boutiques and galleries of Fort Langley.

Okay, time to take a closer look.

Luxury to Satisfy Inside, Hyde Canyon homes are designed to satisfy the most discerning homeowner.

These homes are spacious — really spacious.

Ranging from 3,800 to 5,000 square feet, each of the four, fully furnished display homes showcases a different style — everything from classic French country villa to über modern minimalist.

Well-appointed kitchens are designed to become the true heart of each home — a culinary and social hub featuring massive centre islands, wall mount pot-fillers above a

“People are astonished when they arrive for the first time, because they simply don’t expect it to be so beautiful here.” — Clare Player

gas range, and the convenience of double wall ovens. The effect immediately has me planning family celebrations and cooking extravaganzas with my foodie friends. Mind you, there’s also the outdoor kitchen that Claire tells me has been a popular upgrade with many early buyers.

Continuing our tour, I discover living rooms with soaring, two-storey vaults, floor-to-ceiling fireplaces, and a seamless connection to covered, yearround entertainment patios. There are welcoming foyers, main-floor powder rooms, and ensuites that redefine luxury with freestanding soaker tubs, framelessglass showers and over-sized tile flooring.

In short, these are homes with class and character.

“Buyers are also delighted that having so much space gives them plenty of opportunity to personalize their home,” Clare says. “Gyms, yoga studios, games rooms, and home theatres are all extremely popular.” Still, I have to confess by favourite is the lower-level wine room with floor-to-ceiling bottle display wall found in the third showhome. I mean seriously, how cool is that?

Family Attitude For active, growing families, Hyde Canyon is a winning location too. Sports are diverse and plentiful. Parks, including the delights of Williams Park with its forest and picnic areas, are found in every direction. Schools at all levels include Montessori, Fundamental and private Christian schools, plus Kwantlen Polytechnic University. And when you’re ready to tee off, all you need do is pick your favourite among the half dozen golf courses within a short drive.

The Hyde Canyon presentation centre and display homes are found at 24455 – 61st Avenue in Langley and are open 1-5 p.m. Saturday through Wednesday.

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Inspiration | DESIGNER ADVICE

Fall in love with PINK How to incorporate pink into grown-up designs

By Yanic Simard

WHEN YOU THINK ABOUT incorporating the colour pink into your interior, you probably

associate it with being juvenile or ultra feminine. This doesn’t have to be the case. Pink actually is a very versatile colour that works well with almost any hue. It will add softness and sophistication, depending on what you pair it with and how you use it. Following are four schemes that will help inspire you to “think pink” in a sophisticated way.

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Trove’s Nekkar wallpaper in Pink

Stark white + deep pink Nothing is more clean, fresh and hotel-esque than a room with white walls, white upholstery, white drapery… and a touch of pink can add some warmth to the scheme. Try using pink only in the artwork, like we did with this beautiful bedroom and stretched canvas art headboard. Accent it with mirror, like these mirrored side tables.

Pink wallpaper, such as Trove’s Nekkar in Pink (available at Industrial Storm in Toronto) will add beauty and elegance to any room setting.

Pink is a very versatile colour that works well with almost any hue. It will add softness and sophistication, depending on what you pair it with and how you use it.

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Hot pink + jet black

Soft pink + dark blue

One strong colour deserves another. You don’t want the room to look unbalanced, so to counteract the boldness of a hot pink, introduce another powerful colour such as black, which will even everything out.

Keep in mind that the pink doesn’t always need to be in the paint. The black can also be in the upholstery, such as black leather club chairs. The finish that would work well here would be a rich looking type of natural wood, such as zebra wood.

Have you thought about using pink on the ceiling?

Deep, dark blue painted walls, like Benjamin Moore’s CC-964 Blue Grotto, paired with 2085-60 Pink Petals as an accent colour for the ceiling looks really classy. This combination works particularly well for a bathroom. Reflective surfaces can help make a space more mature looking. Introduce a copper element into the mix.

Medium pink + light green Would you ever upholster your dining chairs in solid pink fabric? Well, I would! Lavish looking crushed velvet paired with a neutral wall treatment such as grasscloth with a subtle hint of green in it looks really striking. A touch of gold will take the look up to the next level — such as with Tom Dixon’s gold Etch Pendant Lights.

Natural ways to incorporate pink: » Pebble stone tile with chalky pink variation » Maple or bamboo flooring with subtle pink graining » Granite stone countertops with rose pink veins Colours that clash: » Mint green » Orange » Purple

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.

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Vancouver bidding wars Why presale is the answer to your frustration

By Cameron McNeill

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VANCOUVER REAL ESTATE is hotter than ever and, with limited inventory and home demand near record heights, bidding wars and homes selling over the asking price are taking place on a significant number of homes for sale.

“In the past six months, on average we’ve been seeing three to five offers all the way up to 20 offers on every desirable home on the market. In these situations, it is not uncommon to see homes sell for five to ten per cent over asking” says Pete Shpak, TAC Real Estate Agent.

For those serious about winning a bidding war, this means putting your best foot forward with an offer free of subjects to financing and inspection, as well as a tight closing date. All of which put a ton of stress on buyers who feel panicked, picking the next home available instead of the best home for them.

Buying presale can relieve some of the pressure. In the lower mainland, buying presale means buying a home before it has finished construction and in many cases before construction has even started. Your home may take up to three years to be ready for you to move into depending on how early you buy and the type of home you’re buying.

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The key to presale success is to stay up-to-date on upcoming projects in your desired neighbourhood. Ensure that you’ve registered online to be first to receive important information, make sure

you’re working with a realtor for early information, and visit the MAC website which lists presale homes that are now selling, as well as presale communities that are coming soon.

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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A large supply of new buildings, proximity to transit, postsecondary institutions, recreation and shopping are going to make Burnaby the first residential choice, no longer the backup plan.

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It’s always been a nice, respectable suburb where you grew up before moving into the city, (though you might move back once you had a kid and wanted to settle down). In the 1980s the mall at Metrotown became an attraction, but although both Skytrain’s Millennium and Expo lines go through either 80 YPNEXTHOME.CA

end of the city, Burnaby was still a place you had to get through on your way to somewhere else.

Not so today. The available land, progressive growth strategy and plethora of transit hubs have turned Burnaby into a destination and a coveted place to live. With exorbitant prices in Vancouver and very little housing supply, Burnaby’s transformation has been drawing homebuyers from all over Metro Vancouver, and they’re primarily young, educated, and upwardly mobile. And they’re snapping up Burnaby condos and townhomes like they’re fresh cronuts on sale. Shape Properties’ Brentwood Town Centre redevelopment has had three

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residential towers sell out in less than a year. Station Square in Metrotown had similar spectacular success.

Now Concord Pacific, famous for creating much of the Yaletown we know and love on the vacant Expo lands, is getting in on the action with a new 26-acre master-planned community just on the other side of Lougheed from Brentwood Mall.

“Concord Brentwood will transform an underutilized industrial area into a beautiful and diverse mixed-use parkside community that completes the exciting revitalization of the Brentwood Town Centre neighbourhood,” says Matt Meehan, senior vice-president of planning with Concord Pacific Developments Inc. Designed by award-winning architect James K.M. Cheng of Vancouver, Concord Brentwood will consist of 10 glass and concrete towers, most between 40 and 45 storeys tall. Tower 1 of Phase 1 will consist of 426 units on 45 storeys. It’s being marketed as “the new Yaletown”, which appeals to young professionals looking for a trendy and connected place to call home.

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What is so attractive about Burnaby?

For one thing, Burnaby’s leaders have created a very dynamic action plan for development that works around four town centres, Brentwood, Metrotown, Edmonds and Lougheed, 11 urban villages, and seven suburban multifamily areas that will support the over 2,000 units of new housing Burnaby will need each year for the next 25 years of population growth. Sustainability, transit, educational facilities and parks are integral to this strategy.

In his annual address reflecting on the year past, Mayor Derek Corrigan spoke about some of the development and plans for future greenspace. “In the rapidly developing Brentwood Town Centre, for example, the Gilmore Station Plan, developed in partnership with the community, will ensure citizens’ expectations are front and centre. The plan includes significant open areas among the many new residential and commercial buildings. In addition, conceptual design work is well under way for the much-anticipated Willingdon Greenway that will link Brentwood Town Centre to Confederation Park. This 82 YPNEXTHOME.CA

Just like Brooklyn has sucked all the young creative and middle class out of Manhattan in the last couple of decades, Burnaby is about to do the same to Vancouver. green space will provide an attractive, pedestrian oriented public park linking the Heights and Brentwood Town Centre, two iconic areas of our city.”

Burnaby also has many of the province’s leading academic institutions, including SFU and BCIT. But most of all, it has the potential to supply enough new homes to ensure that there are many new, affordable options. With the influx of new residents comes new businesses, restaurants and amenities.

Says Dan Wilson, Executive Vice President of Shape Living, “The Amazing Brentwood addresses the region’s affordability by providing a vibrant master-planned, mixed-use community with a variety of housing alternatives to the single family home. Its location, a 20-minute drive from downtown, also offers an affordable way to commute via SkyTrain, which is seamlessly connected

onsite. By creating this world-class community full of shopping, dining and entertainment, residents can enjoy an urban lifestyle with homes at nearly half the cost of owning downtown. Shape also plans to deliver this high density mixed-used model at Lougheed next, a 42-acre transit-oriented master-plan.”

Mayor Corrigan is certainly happy with the direction his city is progressing.

“The city is again well positioned to build on our plans and achievements, keeping Burnaby a city that models social, environmental and economic sustainability, and is nationally recognized as a great — and, I would argue, the best — place to live, work, learn and play”. When Vancouver is a ghost town of Airbnb rentals and absent millionaires, all the fun will be happening next door in Burnaby — the new Brooklyn of the Pacific Northwest.

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Advice | MIND OVER MORTGAGE

Coming out on top Improve your chances, and reduce your stress, in a multiple offer situation

By Alisa Aragon

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WHETHER YOU ARE a first time buyer,

looking at buying a bigger house or downsizing, if you are looking at buying an investment property it is important to do it be prepared. This spring a sellers’ market is in full swing, which is more noticeable in certain areas of the Lower Mainland. With historically low interest rates, buyers are making the jump into homeownership, because for many, their mortgage payments will be less than what they are paying in rent. It is certainly a great time to get into the market. However, in a sellers’ market buyers find themselves in competition with other buyers to purchase a home.

Buying a home can be exciting but having to compete for it can add a lot more stress. In this case, a property’s asking price and what the property will sell for is quite different, and in most cases the selling price will be well above and beyond the listed price.

When a homebuyer goes into a multiple offer situation, they are less in control. As a buyer, you need to prepare yourself by doing work upfront and with the understanding that you might not get the property in the end.

During multiple offer situations, the seller is not obligated to negotiate or accept any of the offers. The seller has the liberty to choose the best offer to negotiate and they will accept the offer that best reflects their needs. While price is important, that will not be the only 86 YPNEXTHOME.CA

factor they consider. They will also look at things such as subject conditions, completion and possession dates.

Here are some things you can consider and help you feel more in control of the situation when going into multiple offer situations: » Get pre-qualified by a Mortgage Expert – One of the most important aspects of buying a home is knowing how much you qualify for. You will need to know what you are comfortable paying on a monthly basis but also what is the highest amount you can offer. While you might be qualified, the lender still has to approve the property you are buying. » Prepare and have all your documentation ready – It is important that you provide your Mortgage Expert will all the documentation the lender is going to require upfront. Especially since time will be of essence, you don’t want the added stress of getting documentation when you are in the middle of negotiations and during the subject condition period. » Having the right real estate agent – It is critical that you have an agent that has your best interest in mind. As a buyer it is not your job to seal the deal, it’s your agent’s responsibility to know what is your limit and respect that. Don’t let your agent try to upsell you on the price and encourage you to go above your budget.

It’s their job to research comparable properties in the area and advise you, but you are the one that makes the final decision. After all, it’s your money. » Set your boundaries – Once you set your budget, stick to it. Determine how exactly how much you can go over if you end up in multiple offers. Don’t get sucked in by emotion and peer pressure because in the end it can end up costing you a lot more money. » Consider doing a home inspection ahead of time - The buyer could

If your agent is aware of any information about the seller’s situation and if you can be flexible in any way, take advantage of this opportunity that might help you get your offer accepted. consider your offer more readily if it doesn’t include a “subject to inspection” clause. » Be flexible – Winning a multiple offer situation might be as easy as agreeing to the seller’s conditions such as closing dates, buying the property “as is” or even tightening the subject removal dates.

This is important if the seller has already bought another property and is anxious to move on. By agreeing to make the transaction as easy as possible could mean winning over a more generous offer. When buying a property “as is” and limiting the subject conditions (such as requesting that a missing knob or floor tile be replaced) might work in your favour too. If your agent is aware of any information about the seller’s situation and if you can be flexible in any way, take advantage of this opportunity that might help you get your offer accepted. » Write it down – Perhaps you might want to write a quick letter to the seller explaining who you are and why you want to buy their home so much. Buying and selling a home is an emotional time for everyone, especially if the seller has lived in that home for a long time and raised their family there.

Sometimes, it’s not about the highest offer but it can certainly also be about an emotional connection. Even though your offer might be lower than the others, some sellers might feel a strong connection to your story and decide that it’s not about the money but about someone who will really appreciate a great home! » Know when it is time to walk away – Multiple offer situations can be stressful and sometimes listing agents strategically set the price of the home below market value to start a multiple offer situation. Make sure you stand firm.

Buying your home is about a great investment and you have to be smart about it. In the end, it’s about being comfortable on what you are paying a month and happy with the decisions you make. After all it’s about finding a home that will be a great place to start building equity and creating memories.

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 APRIL 1 - 15, 2016 | NEW HOME & CONDO GUIDE 87

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604-309-7155 604 607-7801 604-850-5040 604-859-3141 604-309-7729 604-309-0540 604-850-5040 778-895-5862 778-255-9990 604-746-OAKS (6257) 604-850-3694

Call Call From 274,900 inc net GST From $599,900 From $373,500 From $789,000 From $524,900 From $289,900 Call Call From $179,000

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604-451-9517 604-456-8883 604-563-8386 bucci.com/villo libertyhomes.ca 604-363-2627 goldhouseliving.com 604-528-6935 cressey.com/kingscrossingbycressey 604-439-8852 604-294-8989 604-456-0688 604-294-9919 604-536-5777 604-431-6033 604-438-9922 pixelburnaby.com 604-855-8116 604-833-1606 604-438-1113 604-807-4353 604-936-1888 604-559-5795 604-218-3338

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www.livethefalls.com 604-795-6938 604-534-5079 604-824-5062 604-858-7179 1-877-858-2408 604-703-9292 604-991-5151 604-991-8250

From $389,900 From $242,900 From $249,900 Call From $269,900 From $399,900 Call From $149,900 From $449,900

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604-472-1123 604-514-4359 604-681-8220 604-259-5991 604-492-3388 604-949-8655 604-939-6816 604-939-8868 604-942-2672 604-617-5570 intracorp.ca 604-937-2599 604-514-4359

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604-939-2677 604-939-8874 604-563-5777 604-464-2260 604-941-8305 604-492-1859

$279,900 From $234,900 Call From $689,900 From $363,900 Call

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778-398-1344 604-522-2583 604-525-3941 604-523-0733 604-520-3226 westbourneliving.com

Call From $292,900 From $279,900 Coming Soon From $476,900 Coming soon

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604-988-8800 604-983-9065 604-929-5746 604-998-8540 604-699-0036 604-770-0971 604-435-9477 604-727-1594 604-563-7001 604-800-2120 texorhomes.com 604-983-9065 lynnvalleyresidences.com info@tatlowliving.com 778-985-4676 604-983-9065 604-924-0818 604-980-0016 604 971 3181 604-988-8856

From $379,900 From $379,900 Call Call Coming Soon Call From $469,900 From $378,900 From low $300s Call Coming soon Call Coming Soon Coming Soon Call Call From $699,900 From low $200’s Call From $469,900

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 Amanti Carmandy Fremont Indigo Fremont Emerald Lloyd at Windsor Gate Orchid Prima Residences Salisbury Lane Shaughnessy, The South Verde

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604-475-3220 604-435-9477 604-552-0319 604-468-0084 604-942-8416 604-866-4206 604-945-3999 604-475-1172 604-468-8252 604-468-8252

From $179,900 From $209,900 Call Call Call From $159,900 From $219,900 Call Call Call

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778-558-6377 604-492-3338

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RICHMOND Alexandra Court LR 604-278-5809 From $349,900 Alfa HR 604-276-2532 Call Avanti LR/HR 604-276-9186 From $359,900 Calla at the Gardens MR 604-271-3331 Coming Soon Camber LR/HR 604-276-0677 Call Concord Gardens HR 604-233-7748 From $300,000’s Dayton Avenue SF 604-518-8396 Call Elle HR 604-273-1313 From low $300’s Empire Living TH 604-244-9622 Call Grand, The HR 604 278 3880 Call Jadyen Mews 234214_Axis_NHBG_BannerAd_(Full_Bleed)_prs01.pdf TH 604-278-8715 From $658,800 1 Kenstone Gate TH 604-218-3338 From $529,900 Kingston Gate TH 604-760-6024 Call Livia TH 604-364-2159 Call Penthouse (PH)

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Mandarin Walk Monet Opal at Richmond Centre Ora Orchid by Beedie Parc Riviera Park Residences at Minoru Pier, The Pinnacle Living at Capstan Pinnacle Living Sorrento Quintet Riga Riva River Green River Inlet Tempo Vogue Westminster Terrace SQUAMISH / WHISTLER Abbey Lane Residences Breeze Elaho Ocean Crest ParkHouse Ravens Plateau Aqua University Heights SUNSHINE COAST SECHELT Edgewater at Porpoise Bay SilverStone Heights SURREY 3 Civic Plaza Asher Aura Balance Brookside Canvas Chroma Connect Esplanade at Waterstone Evolve Fusion Guildford The Great Guildhouse Heights Highcrest Highlands Horizons Hyde Park Joi Living Joy Kendra Madison Manarola Morgan Oliver’s Lane Park Avenue West 2015-01-16 11:37 AM Park Central Park Place Village Prime on Plaza Mid Rise (MR)

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LR/TH HR HR HR HR MR HR LR HR/MR/TH MR/HR HR TH MR MR MR/TH HR TH TH

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PRICE

604-278-0808 604-233-7748 604-303-7575 604-278-8838 info@orchidbeedie.ca 604-231-5900 604-303-8878 604-274-7326 604-303-0148 604-303-0148 604-303-8878 604-715-1250 604-278-8825 604-233-2633 604-233-2633 604-276-8885 604-715-1250 604-204-1077

Call From $300,000’s From $464,900 Call Coming Soon From Low $200’s Call Call Call Call Call Call Call Call Call Call Call Call

TH TH TH SF LR SF TH/LR LR

604-679-7289 604-679-7289 604-898-2232 604-896-2235 604-567-5433 1-888-852-7575 1-877-344-5566 1-888-852-7575

Call Coming Soon 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 $309,900 From $479,900

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604-951-3331 778-571-9451 778-564-1876 tiensher.com 604-372-2071 604-598-8873 604-581-5399 778-395-1886 604-530-5399 604-497-0102 778-578-9779 778-293-2222 604-574-1143 604-618-6175 604-584-7273 778-565-7768 778-565-7768 604-506-1852 604-574-8888 604-319-9732 604-590-9122 604-543-6262 604-800-9255 604-538-8695 604-543-3868 604-583-9866 604-817-5852 604-617-7763 604-498-3888

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604-888-5514 silverwoodliving.com 778-590-7283 meetthesmiths.ca 604-588-3783 604-588-5795 604-951-9283 604-833-9193

From $174,900 From Low $300’s From Under $300’s Call From $160’s From $233,900 From $291,900 Call

CLOVERDALE MacKenzie Estates Residences at Clayton Heights

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604-538-2125 604-723-4497

From $349,900 Coming Soon

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604-620-2018 604-338-5233 burrardplace.ca 604-689-8535 604-783-1044 604-781-4303 604-620-6692 604-687-4353 604-682-8107 604-568-8283 604-568-7888 604-893-8958

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EAST SIDE Avalon Mews Cordovan Focal Francis Gem, The Grandview Cascades Kensington Gardens Main Street River District at Town Centre Paragon Renfrew & 2nd Rhythm Skyway Strathcona Gardens Triumph The Heatley at Strathcona Village View338 Vya Wall Centre Central Park Woodshire

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604-438-5050 cordovan.ca 604-563-6777 604-330-8848 liveatthegem.com grandviewcascades.com 604-620-7886 604-877-1116 604-879-8830 604-688-5566 604-830-3938 603-437-5315 604-436-1100 604-328-9940 604-563-6200 604-683-0900 604-303-8838 604-559-1070 604-874-9232 604-719-1700

Call Coming Soon Coming Soon Call Coming Soon Coming Soon Call From $339,900 From $319,900 Coming Soon From $259,900 From $364,900 Call Call Call From $199,900 From $219,900 Call From $299,900 From $420,900

LR/MR MR LR MR MR/TH LR/TH MR TH HR HR MR MR TH MR HR MR LR HR

604-828-3998 604-563-8336 cressey.ca 604-620-8600 604-239-2080 604-345-9000 604-738-0001 604-418-6809 604-646-1111 604-682-8801 604-685-5778 604-876-9222 604-325-2216 604-875-8508 604-662-3373 604-880-6880 ellsworthvancouver.com 604-707-9378

Call Call Coming Soon From $528,800 From $429,900 Call Call Coming Soon From $499,900 Call From $367,400 Call Call Call Call Call Coming Soon Call

VANCOUVER & AREA DOWNTOWN 188 Keefer Addition Burrard Place The Charleson Eventide Fairmont Pacific Rim Estates Fairmont Pacific Rim Estates Mark, The Private Residences at Hotel Georgia, The Tate Downtown

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Granville at 70th Grayson Henry James Walk Jervis Kerrisdale Gardens Livingstone House MC2 Midtown Monarch Northwest Oak + Park One, The Parc 26 Parc Elise Park&Metro 35 Park West Pinnacle Living at False Creek Pinnacle Living Broadway Prodigy Q16 River District at Town Centre Shannon Wall Centre Kerrisdale Shaughnessy Residences Sterling Sota The Spot The Leveson The Laureates The Ivy The Creek/Voda The Regent Tisdale Vya W10th & Maple TSAWWASSEN Brio Cityhomes at Northgate Tsawwassen Springs WEST VANCOUVER 23rd and Bellevue Evelyn Galleries on the Bay Kerrisdale by Cressey WHITE ROCK / SOUTH SURREY Adagio Beverley Blu Elevate at the Hamptons Essence at the Hamptons The Estates at Morgan Heights George Grandview Heights Hycroft Rowhouses Hyde Park Morgan Rise Newport at West Beach Royce Rosemary Gate Sakura Sausalito South Ridge Club South Point Walk The Village at Southwood Westpointe Mid Rise (MR)

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PRICE

HR MR TH/MR CH HR MR LR HR LR MR HR TH HR MR/TH MR/TH LR/TH LR MR MR MR TH HR LR TH LR HR MR LR HR LR HR TH TH LR MR/TH

604-687-2298 604-558-1907 604-715-6060 604-325-2216 604-998-8989 604-559-9848 604-998-8988 604-638-9998 604-563-3330 604-568-6883 604-325-5151 604-558-5851 604-874-8368 604 336 6380 604-336-6380 604-325-8111 604-563-8336 604-874-8368 604-739-2080 604-221-8878 604-263-8090 604-879-8830 604-267-2888 604-558-5848 604-428-8858 604-671-1025 604-568-6886 604-880-8312 604-221-4450 604-566-5888 604-733-2010 604-273-1313 778-846-5990 604-559-1070 604-739-2080

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cressey.com 604-922-0330 604-836-7355 cressey.com

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604-531-6659 From $288,900 cressey.com Call 604-691-5160 From $679,000 Inc. GST 604-723-4497 From $629,900 604-723-4497 From $399,800 604-560-1053 Call 604-571-6400 Call discovergrandviewheights.com 605-541-2495 From $560,900 604-506-1852 From low $400’s 604-560-6438 Call 604-536-0256 From $289,900 604-538-8028 Call 604-541-7480 Call 604-538-5588 Call for Info 604-531-2200 Call 604-582-1113 From $420’s 604-560-3238 From $230’s 604-560-3450 $729,900 604-833-9193 Call

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Broadway-City Hall SkyTrain Station

R E G I S T E R T O D AY AT E L L S W O R T H V A N C O U V E R . C O M

Pe r c h e d a t o p M o u n t P l e a s a n t ' s r i s e a t t h e c o r n e r o f 7 t h a n d M a i n , E l l s w o r t h i s a s o p h i s t i c a t e d t a k e o n Mount Pleasant's hip, urban vibe. This boutique collection of 8 9 thoughtfully-crafted homes combines striking architecture with expansive views. A vast 3,500-square-foot rooftop terrace complements refined interior finishes.

The latest addition to Chard's portfolio of award-winning homes, Ellsworth is truly a step above.

8 9 H O M E S STARTI N G FR O M $33 9,9 00

CAMBIE ST

3

9

Jonathan Rogers Park

False Creek

1 12

QUEBEC ST BROADWAY

E 7TH AVE

E 5TH AVE

6

GSW E 11TH AVE

GREAT NORTHERN WAY

TERMIN AL AVE

Guelph Park

Main Street SkyTrain Station

P R E S E N T A T I O NProposed CENTRE SkyTrain Station C O M I N G S O O N TO 210 6 M A I N ST.

W 2ND AVE

1

MAIN ST MAIN ST

T H E M A I N T H I N G I S L O C AT I O N

KIN AY

FRASER ST