bc new homes guide - mar 20, 2015

Mar 20 - Apr 3, 2015 Volume 23 Issue 6

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

TAKING GOOD CARE OF YOUR CREDIT SCORE

INSIDE THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDERS’ SHOW

WHY BUYING NEW MAKES SENSE

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contentsMARCH 20 - APRIL 03, 2015 || VOLUME 23 ISSUE 6

special features12 Editor’s Note20 Hyde Park

Everything you could want in the heart of South Surreyby Janine Mackie

24 GeorgeSouth Surrey’s new community is more than a pretty face by Janine Mackie

28 Guildford the GreatClaim your castle in the centre of Surreyby Susan M Boyce

ON THE COVER Mar 20 - Apr 3, 2015 Volume 23 Issue 6

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

TAKING GOOD CARE OF YOUR CREDIT SCORE

INSIDE THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDERS’ SHOW

WHY BUYING NEW MAKES SENSE

p. 16BREEZE

Award-winning community in South Surrey

by Susan M Boyce

36 The GroveBeautiful parkhomes in Clayton Heightsby Susan M Boyce

46 ParkgateA North Shore oasis by Susan M Boyce

52 Jackson ParkThe ultimate in single-family homesby Michelle Hopkins

features40 10 Minutes with...

Howard Steiss explains why buying new makes good sense by Susan M Boyce

58 And the Winner Is...The 2014 Georgie awards honour the best of BC building by Susan M Boyce

columns30 Fundamentally Speaking

Location, information, timing by Wayne Karl

54 Mind over MortgageHow to take care of your precious credit score by Jorge and Alisa Aragon

61 New Home Market ReportComing clean about the 2015 International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas by Scott Brown

homebuyers’ help45 On the Horizon

Checking out what’s hot and new in the Lower Mainland’s residential marketplace and beyondby Susan M Boyce

64 Listing DirectoryComplete listings of more than 250 new-home developments throughout Vancouver and the Lower Mainland

PRESIDENT, YELLOW PAGES NEXTHOME

Jacqueline HillEDITOR-IN-CHIEF / DIRECTOR OF CONTENT

Susan LeggeDIRECTOR OF SALES, NATIONAL

Josh HeppnerSENIOR SALES MANAGER, WESTERN CANADA

Edwin RizarriART DIRECTOR

Megan PikeEDITOR

Stephanie MacDonald CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Lydia McNutt

DESIGN EDITOR

Yanic Simard

MEDIA CONSULTANTS

Dave Bird 604.319.7102 Brenda Everitt 604.319.7103SALES COORDINATORS

Justin Salvador

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Bala GnanapandithanGRAPHIC DESIGNER

Hannah YarkonyPRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR

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CONTRIBUTING EDITORIAL WRITERS

Susan M Boyce Janine Mackie

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Play the music, light the lights: Builders’ awards season is here

Whether you’re relocating from one coast to the other or moving to your � rst place,

changing homes can be hectic, exciting and certainly stressful. But, relax.

You can eliminate the anxiety associated with moving by taking control of the situation with con� dence.

Understanding the market is just part of the story. Knowing what you need and what you can a� ord is the more important part of the equation. Making a prudent purchasing decision that doesn’t keep you up at night

when interest rates rise or market news becomes the talk of the town is up to you.

Any expert will tell you that buying a home or condo is a long-term commitment. � is issue is full of great tips from the experts as well as the latest news designed to help you make a wise purchasing decision.

Along with our Community Focus features, which outline the speci� cs on many � ne communities, there’s lots to take in. So kick back, relax and enjoy. You’re in the driver’s seat.

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The tuxes were dusted o� and the glam gowns out in full force in a display of elegance not often seen

in this laid-back city. On February 27th, everyone at the Hyatt Regency Hotel ballroom settled in at their beautifully decorated tables and hoped that one (or more) of the 2015 Georgie Awards for excellence in residential construction might be theirs to take home. An elegant dinner, and a few glasses of wine were expected to get the crowd through the ceremony.

� en out came Destineak, an electrifying electro-pop duo with live drumming, an energetic dance beat and talented vocals that woke up the room. � en the contortionists got on stage and things got really interesting. I won’t even go into the casino/cabaret afterparty... Props go to Laura Chok of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association BC for shaking things up and providing a truly entertaining evening for all.

Of course the highlight of the event was the celebration of the best of the best builders in the province, who were honoured in true westcoast style. In this issue, Susan M Boyce has an in-depth look at � e Georgies judging process and the rundown of all the winners.

Next up is the GVHBA Ovation Awards, celebrating the best of building and renovating in the Lower Mainland. I’m not sure what will be happening for entertainment, but this awards show is always an exciting opportunity for our builders and designers to showcase their amazing talents. I have high hopes for this ceremony, as the reception to announce the winners on March 4th at the Pinnacle Hotel included champagne and a serve-yourself poutine bar. So, cheers to all the Georgie winners, � nalists, and to everyone involved in the upcoming Ovations happening on April 25th. Promise to keep you posted, especially if contortionists are involved.

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3. Southbrooke10th Ave. & 165th St.604-805-2941

4. The Hamptons16437 23 Ave.604-723-4497

5. Jacobsen2687 158 St.604-538-5591

6. Blu15988 32 Ave.604-782-5258

7. Belcroft15977 26 Ave.604-568-8830

8. Hyde Park15811-28th Ave604-506-1852

9. The Heights2845 156th St.778-545-8737

10. Breeze#5 16223 - 23rd Ave.604-582-1113

11. The Woods32nd Ave. & 156A St.604-538-8876

12. South Point Walk29A Ave & 152 St 604-560-3238

13. Hycroft Rowhouse16467 - 24th Ave. 604-541-2495

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» by SUSAN M BOYCE

It’s been a darling of the South Surrey townhome market since the day it opened, and on February 27th, 2015, Breeze celebrated another achievement when it was named Best Townhouse Development in BC at the prestigious Georgie Awards®. And if you want to be part of the Breeze community in South Surrey, you’ll have to hurry because less than 15 homes remain — and once they’re gone, they’re gone for good.

“This has been a tremendously successful project — sales have been on fire for months, even during the holidays when activity usually slows down,” says Eric Andreasen, Adera’s vice president of marketing and sales. “Breeze has matured into such a welcoming community, and for the people who live here, it’s great to know that once we’re finished, there will be no more construction in the area. It’s actually going to be a bit sad when we have to leave.”

GREAT OPPORTUNITYGood news for anyone who just can’t wait to settle in and start enjoying life in the ’hood, all Breeze homes are move-in ready except four, very special ones. “We’re in the

BreezeFABULOUS IN SOUTH SURREY

Breeze has matured into such a welcoming community, and for the

people who live here it’s great to know that once we’re finished, there will be

no more construction in the area.

— Eric Andreasen16 METRO VANCOUVER NEW HOME GUIDE | MAR 20 - APR 3, 2015

brimming with colourful flowers as soon as spring arrives. Spontaneous games of street hockey are an everyday occurrence — for kids of all ages. There’s no doubt in my mind that this is a community with spirit and a sense of pride.

EXPLORE YOUR ’HOODReady to talk proximity? Breeze has that too. Easy access to the famous Promenade at White Rock Beach, the US border, the freeway to Vancouver or the airport, plus multiple golf courses and top-ranked schools. Eric and I compare notes on our favourite amenities at the Morgan Crossing Lifestyle Centre just a few blocks away and decide Mink Chocolate Café has the best lattés and hot chocolate, Everything Wine is the place to go for your favourite vintage, and fashion fanatics will be able to enjoy many pleasant hours indulging in the quest for the perfect outfit.

SEE FOR YOURSELFThe Breeze presentation centre and display homes are open noon to 5 p.m. every day at 11 – 16223 – 23A Ave. in South Surrey. Be sure to ask about special pricing on the last homes at Breeze — great homes at amazing prices, starting at $309,900*. For more information visit adera.com, call 604.582.1113, or email [email protected].

process of getting our showhomes prepared for sale,” Eric explains. “People love buying our display homes because we always add so many designer extras — things like wallpaper, custom millwork and built-ins, luxury fixtures, plus upgraded flooring and appliances — to jazz them up.

ENGAGING COMMUNITYThere’s no question part of this community’s unique vibe comes from the West Coast Club at Breeze. This 3,700-square-foot, freestanding amenity building never fails to amaze me. Not only is it an elegant structure and the centerpiece of the neighbourhood, it’s always in use — literally.

“I don’t think I’ve ever passed by when there hasn’t been someone in the gym working out,” Eric says in agreement. “And I’m surprised how frequently I’ll be driving past in the evening and see people shooting pool with friends.” He laughs. “I’ve actually had to reschedule meetings because the lounge was booked solid. And having amenities like a gym, infrared sauna, and yoga room right on site is a huge bonus.”

Personally though, it’s Breeze’s vibrant ambiance I enjoy. It just feels good here. I’ll see people out walking their dogs or jogging. Decks and patios are inevitably meticulously cared for and


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HYDE PARKWISH LISTS EXCEEDED IN COMMUNITY BUYERS SAY ‘FEELS LIKE HOME’» by JANINE MACKIE

At the Hyde Park sales centre in South Surrey, there’s some serious sizzle in the kitchen. With its contemporary two-tone Italian cabinetry, five-burner gas cook top, stainless steel

wall-oven and shimmering pendant lights over the island, even meatloaf could taste amazing in this haute space.

The solid slab quartz backsplash was designed for equal parts glamour and easy maintenance. Thoughtful details gleaned from the International Home Builders’ Show: built-in recycling centre, instant hot water and designer steel hardware inside the soft close drawers — add up to an amazing kitchen that can really multi-task!

“We put tremendous thought into our design,” says Derek Fenton, Development and Marketing with Zenterra Developments. “The kitchen is the centre point of anyone’s home, so we wanted to make it functional for every family and provide real value for our homeowners.”

FAMILY HOMES UP TO 3,000 SQUARE FEET AND MASTER-ON-THE MAIN PLANSFeatures, often considered upgrades in other communities — built-in media centre, electric fireplace, built-in pantry or utility storage, heated floors, chandeliers and main floor powder rooms are included in Hyde Park’s prices from $416,990 including GST.

Following a yearlong search, first-time buyers Robynn Ypenburg and Sean Thorsteinson found a perfect match at Hyde Park.

“It clicked for both of us,” describes Robynn. “After seeing the ridiculous prices out in Richmond and Vancouver for smaller and older townhomes, this one made sense — better investment-wise and a better fit for our needs going forward.”

While Robynn is daydreaming about a cheese-and-wine-tasting party in her new kitchen, Sean forecasts the guys will love his built-in media centre and fireplace.

WALK TO THE SHOPS AT MORGAN CROSSINGTheir extensive wish list was met — outdoor living space, flex room for home office, good-size master bedroom and ensuite with frameless glass shower and a location catering to hipsters’ needs — Starbucks, Steve Nash gym and Sushi Bars all within walking distance.

The village-like atmosphere at 28th Avenue and 156th St. will have a 5,500 square foot clubhouse at its heart and the community will retain many old growth trees for a natural backdrop complementing the transitional Arts and Crafts architecture.

Phase One for mid-August move-ins offers 58 homes available in two-, three-, four- and five-bedroom floor plans.

What’s on your wish list? Zenterra Home Store and furnished display suites are open daily from noon to 5pm at Unit 30 2411-160th St. (next to TD Bank) in South Surrey. Learn more at hydeparkliving.ca or call 604-506-1852.

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GEORGEIS MORE THAN A PRETTY FACE» by JANINE MACKIE

Imagine summer afternoons walking barefoot in the tide pools at White Rock Beach, quality family time playing badminton or planting a garden, or laughs with friends around the island in your fabulous new kitchen.

West Coast living is embraced at George, a new South Surrey community just south of the new interchange at 16th Ave. and Hwy. 99 on King George Blvd.

“They’re fun, well designed and move-in ready,” says Tracy Burnett, sales manager at George. “Everyone wants the South Surrey lifestyle, but the reality of real estate prices makes it a challenge. Our goal was to bring affordability to this market, while still building a quality home.”

FAMILY HOMES IN SOUTH SURREY FROM $329,900George is right on the mark with two-bedroom-and-den homes priced from $329,900 and three-bedroom homes starting at $349,900. George’s most expensive home, a three-bedroom-and-den corner home at $449,900 is impressive value — living like a single-family home with 1,645 square feet, side-by-side garage and double-sized driveway! For a limited time buyers will receive $5,000 off the home of their choice.

“That’s been a great help for first-time buyers, and we love seeing families being able to buy in a community that has so much to offer.”

All the vital necessities are within a five-minute radius — schools with both English and French-Immersion, Peace Arch Hospital, Chan’s Fresh Produce Market and the Roadhouse Eatery. Venture five minutes further and you’re at Morgan Crossing for a shopping excursion and lunch date, or on the golf course.

COMMUNITY GARDENS AND OUTDOOR PING PONG“It’s a location that offers convenience but also respite from all the growth around Grandview Heights,” says Tracy. “With just 42 townhomes you have the opportunity to get connected and share the outdoor amenities including picnic area, communal garden plots and outdoor ping pong and badminton.”

Charming window boxes, shingle siding and shutters exude cottage charm, while a welcoming warmth continues inside. Kitchens are complete with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and soft-close cabinetry. Master bedrooms easily fit a king-size bed and ensuites are luxurious with their seamless glass shower.

Final phase now released. Furnished display home open daily (except Fridays) from noon to 5pm at 1708 King George Hwy in Surrey. Learn more at hellogeorge.ca or call 604-571-6400.


2 & 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMESSTARTING FROM $329,000.

SAY HELLO TO GEORGE. A unique collection of 42 coastal inspired townhomes. Ranging from 1250 sq ft to

1650 sq ft, these 2 and 3 bedroom move-in-ready homes are loaded with impressive finishing details that are all

included. Located in the heart of South Surrey, you’ll enjoy easy access to shopping, schools, recreation, and more.

Come in to see George for yourself! Our sales centre and showhome is open noon-5pm daily except Fridays.

hellogeorge.ca 604.571.64001708 KING GEORGE BLVD, SURREY BCTHIS IS CURRENTLY NOT AN OFFERING FOR SALE E.&O.E. LIMITED TIME OFFER ON DECORATING BONUS. SEE SALES STAFF FOR DETAILS.

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SURREYA1. Dawson + Sawyer

Guildford The Great 15340 Guildford Drive 778-293-2222

A2. South Creek 18012 68 Ave 604.372.0388

A3. Clayton Market 64th & Fraser Hwy. 604-574-5735

A4. Panorama Station 5957 152nd 604-372-2275

A5. Clayton Heights 7310 - 191B Street 604-723-4497

A6. Madison 14356 63A Ave. 604-543-6262

A7. Brixton 14433 60 Ave 604-503-0488

A8. Uptown Clayton Village 19525 73rd Ave. 778-574-0146

A9. The Rockwoods 16241 - 84th Ave 604-503-1188

A10. Fusion 13886 62Ave 778-578-9779

A11. Redwood 6929 142 St 604-503-6929

A12. The Grove 68th Ave. & 194 St. 604-533-6968

A13. One 44 5888 144 Street 604-503-6402

A14. Highlands at Sullivan Ridge 6070 145th Street 778-565-7768

A15. One 92 6685 192nd St. 604-576-1772

A16. Panorama Woods 6123 138th Street 778-593-9954

A17. Silverwood 84th Ave. & 164th St. 604-953-0288

A18. Blackberry Walk 14271 60th Ave. 604-501-6119

LANGLEYB1. Parkside

20597 84th Ave 604-648-9428

B2. Exchange 7822 209th St. 604-535-8587

B3. Marquee 19752 55A Ave. 604-427-3550

B4. York 84th Ave & 207A St 604-533-1415

B5. Keaton 7686 209 Street 604-882-3733

B6. Murrayville House 5020-221A Street www.murrayvillehouse.com

B7. Arcadia 208 St & 77A Ave 604-513-9090

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GUILDFORD THE GREATCLAIM YOUR CASTLE» by SUSAN M BOYCE

Love Guildford’s connectivity and proximity to everything? Looking for a new home with style, space, and a price that won’t break the bank? Well say hello to GUILDFORD THE GREAT.

Brought to you by Dawson + Sawyer, this collection of townhomes has it all… and then some. “Fleetwood Mac, our previous community and where we’re setting up a temporary GUILDFORD THE GREAT presentation centre, sold out in no time and we’re expecting even more excitement at this community,” says sales manager Bonnie Tao-Santos. “There simply haven’t been many new townhomes built in the Guildford neighbourhood for a long time, so this is a rare opportunity to purchase a brand new home here.”

CELEBR ATE YOUR ’HOOD“Guildford has enjoyed an incredible revitalization over the past few years,” Bonnie continues. “With Guildford Town Centre now completely revamped and the Aquatic Centre opening directly across the street on March 23rd, the whole neighbourhood is discovering a new sense of vibrancy.”

She also notes many people are still surprised by this neighbourhood’s commutability. “You’re about 25 minutes to Vancouver via the new Port Mann Bridge, Burnaby and Coquitlam are less than a 10-minute drive, and when you want to head to the Interior, you can be on the freeway in two minutes — literally.”

Now here’s the best part. “With prices starting in the low $300,000s,

these homes are approximately $200,000 less expensive than comparable townhomes in either Burnaby or Coquitlam,” Bonnie says. “So a five-minute drive means you’re keeping a lot of extra cash in your pocket — you have to admit a value like that is tough to beat.”

STYLE AND COMFORTBoasting the eye-catching architecture I’ve come to associate with Dawson + Sawyer homes, GUILDFORD THE GREAT will feature gabled rooflines, genuine cedar shingles, covered front stoops and fully fenced yards with layered landscaping. “Many of these homes also include a side-by-side garage which is something people always love,” Bonnie says.

Inside, these homes are designed with comfort in mind: gourmet kitchens with quartz counters, powder room on the main floor and the elegance of sunken living rooms. Now be honest, when was the last time you saw a sunken living room in a townhome? Right, me neither.

GUILDFORD THE GREAT’s presentation center opens Saturday, March 28th at 15152 – 91st Avenue — a short, five-minute drive from 152nd Street and Guildford Drive where these homes will be located. Be sure to ask about the exciting Referral Program — bring a friend to the presentation centre, and when they purchase you’ll both receive $1,000. For more information visit dawsonsawyer.ca, call 778.293.2222, or email [email protected].

There simply haven’t been many new townhomes built in the Guildford neighbourhood for a long time. — Bonnie Tao-Santos


Despite what you often hear, buying a home isn’t only about location, location, location. True, this is the time-tested � rst rule of real estate, but there are other determining factors you should consider as part of your selection process. Indeed, there’s a new rule of thumb for buying real estate.

LOCATIONFirst, what does that old adage really mean? Of course, we’d all love a high-end home in the best neighbourhood. But that’s not always possible. For your own enjoyment while you live in your home as well as for future resale potential, proximity to transportation, shopping, schools and other amenities is among the key determinants that a� ect your property’s appeal and ultimately its value. After all, those are the qualities potential buyers look for when searching for a home; the more of them your home has when you go to sell, the more desirable it will be to a greater number of people. � is equates to demand – multiple o� ers and a higher price.

INFORMATION Whether you’re a � rst-time homeowner, “buying up” to accommodate a growing family or “right-sizing” as an empty nester, education is critical. And these days, with digital

media and mobile technology, all the information you need is at your � nger-tips. From the content in this issue, at newhomeandcondoguide.ca to the resources available to you at Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC), to the local market expertise of new-home sales sta� and realtors, the more knowledge you have, the better equipped you are to make informed decisions about buying, maintaining and eventually selling your home.

TIMING� ough your home is your primary residence, it is also an investment. Where you buy is usually determined largely by where you want to live, work and play. But when you buy and sell is also important. Like any � nancial instrument, real estate can � uctuate in value and your timing can determine how good of an investment it is. Given today’s challeng-ing economic climate, there’s no shortage of media reports on the ups, downs, crashes and surges of the housing market. But if you’ve done your research, you won’t be spooked – or excited – by big-picture reports on short-term market performance. You know that real estate is not national or even regional – it’s very speci� c. You don’t buy the Canadian market and you don’t buy a provincial or even regional market. You buy a speci� c home, on a speci� c street in a speci� c neighbourhood.

So, it’s not just about “location, location, location.” � e new adage is

“location, information and timing.” Do well with all three, and over the long haul your home is going to be one of the best lifestyle and investment decisions you ever made.

PAY ATTENTION TO LOCATION INFORMATION AND TIMING

How to fi nd a home?

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WAYNE KARL is an award-winning

writer and editor with experience in real

estate and business. In Fundamentally

Speaking, Wayne explores the basics – such as

economic fundamentals – you need to examine

when buying property. He can be reached at

[email protected] or follow him on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl

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A sunny spring day always seems like the perfect weather for a visit to The Grove in Surrey’s Clayton Heights neighbourhood. The lush greenery of the community’s central park, the flowers popping up everywhere, the trees in full bloom and the friendly ambiance all add up to a sense of welcome I confess I find irresistible.

Seems I’m not alone in that estimation either. “The Grove has evolved into a terrific, outgoing neighbourhood — almost like everyone here is family,” says sales manager Elise Sangster. “And it’s all generations: singles, young couples just starting out, professionals with a couple of kids and downsizers who want the convenience of lock’n’go.”

MEET THE NEIGHBOURSAs if on cue, a young girl bursts into the presentation centre with her mom firmly in tow. Gracie is clearly delighted to see the team and flashes the beaming kind of smile only a three-year-old can achieve. Lindsay — aka Mom — is soon telling me all about their new home.

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“Rob and I had been looking at re-sales for a couple of months, but I really wanted something shiny, new and bright because I didn’t want to live in a renovation construction zone for months on end,” she says. “The Grove is all of that and so aesthetically pleasing — lots of forest and greenery, contemporary architecture and having the pool and amenity building is great. I’m going to spend a lot of time at the pool this summer.”

After moving in four months ago, she’s also still delighted with yet another feature she says makes their home extra special. “Our master bedroom has unobstructed views of Mount Baker and the little forest Townline is building in the middle of the community. I was raised in the country, so I like having that connection with trees and nature.”

Lindsay laughs as she admits that her husband, Rob, is “incredibly fussy” about the way homes are built because he’s a senior supervisor in the construction


industry. “So builder reputation was important. Townline’s done an excellent job with every detail.”

Amanda, another new Grove homeowner, agrees. “I probably looked at over 30 townhouses. But when I walked into The Grove it just felt so comfortable. I’d been debating between Clayton and the Willoughby area — the difference was the quality and sense of community we get here. People wave as they go by even if they don’t know you — and whenever you talk to someone, they’re always telling me about the neighbourhood. As a single mom, my son and I are going to feel very safe and welcome here. Hunter and I are moving in three weeks from now and I am super excited.”

I’m just about to head back to my car when I spot two seniors walking past. Their stride is determined and they’re deep in conversation leaving no doubt these two are loving the life here.

After raising their family in St Catherines, Ontario, Denis explains they are now fulfilling Mary’s dream to live “out west” where they can see the mountains. His smile is filled with affection as he continues the story. “The first home we saw at The Grove, we loved — but we wanted to think about it overnight. When we came back the next day it was gone. So when another one of the same plan became available Mary told me to go straight home and get the cheque book.” They paid the deposit that afternoon.

“Everything here is so available on foot,” Denis says with a contagious enthusiasm. “We can walk to four grocery stores, five drug stores, the largest mall in the area, and a real Irish pub, the Dublin Crossing. There’s a fabulous veggie store beside Superstore and a flower store — which is great because even after being married for 47 years, sometimes I just want to put a smile on a pretty girl’s face, so I leave a small flower arrangement on Mary’s dresser.”

It’s his final comment, though, that sums up life at The Grove best. “Whenever we walk in, I always get the feeling of ‘aaah, we’re home.’ And you just can’t beat that.”

PART OF THE COMMUNITY“Townline was one of the first builders in Clayton Heights, and The Grove will be our sixth development here,” Elise says. “So we really are part of this neighbourhood. Buyers regularly tell me they appreciate the value of knowing they’re dealing with a company that has such an established reputation in the area.”

The Grove’s presentation centre and display homes are open noon to 5 p.m. daily except Fridays at 19433 – 68th Avenue in Surrey. Prices start at $275,900 with two-bedroom plus den and three-bedroom homes available. For more information call 604.533.6968 or visit thegroveatclayton.ca where you can also take a virtual tour of the community including its lush greenery and surrounding neighbourhood.


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Why Buying New Makes Sense

10 MINUTES WITH HOWARD STEISS

It’s a feeling like no other: the day you step through the front door of your just-built home. And whether it’s a single-family house, a townhouse, or a condo that makes your heart sing, being the fi rst person to live there brings plenty of advantages beyond knowing everything is shiny, bright, and brand new.

Th is issue, New Home Guide chats with Howard Steiss, principal at Texor Homes and long time building industry expert and advocate, about why buying new makes fi nancial and environmental sense.

Q: Everybody loves being the fi rst person to own something — especially when it’s the home they live in. But looking beyond the obvious, what do you consider the most compelling benefi t of buying new rather than resale?A: Peace of mind, defi nitely. People today are busy. Th ey value their downtime and don’t necessarily want it turned into the ‘hard time’ of constant renovations and repairs. A

new home gives them confi dence their home will be trouble free and require only seasonal maintenance over the long term.

In BC we have the most stringent residential building code in Canada — possibly anywhere in the North America. A 10-year warranty is mandatory here, but given the durability of today’s new materials and rainscreen construction techniques, my expectation is that a new home will perform beautifully for generations to come.

Q: How does sustainability fi t into the debate of new versus resale?A: Th ere’s no question in my mind that people want to reduce their environmental footprint and live in a more sustainable world. Knowing many of the materials used in today’s new homes are designed to increase energy effi ciency and be less stressful on the environment is a welcome benefi t.

Howard Steiss, Texor Homes principal.

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For example, windows today have higher insulation values and UV reflective capacity than they did even a decade ago — meaning homes stay warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer. Cement fiber siding panels like HardiPlank are not only a greener alternative to using wood, they’ll withstand years of the toughest weather. Use of low VOC materials mean better indoor air quality — something every homeowner should be entitled to but often don’t get in an older building.

And while at first glance it might not seem like much, contemporary restricted flow faucets, showerheads, appliances and toilets have a huge impact on water conservation. Energy we can get from multiple sources — hydroelectric, solar, wind, natural gas, uranium even the tides. But there is no substitute for water — period. It is a precious commodity we need to conserve.

Q: You’ve always been a strong advocate for the BuiltGreen program, and even before its value was widely recognized, your homes were designed according to those principles. What are some of BuiltGreen’s ‘behind the scenes’ features that benefit people who purchase a brand new home?A: Sourcing products locally is one intangible that’s not apparent when you look at a home. When you think about it though, buying locally not only provides employment, it reduces the pollution, road congestion, and use of fossil fuel associated with trucking materials over long distances.

The other thing many buyers aren’t aware of is the fact a BuiltGreen home provides a performance rating similar to what you’d get when you comparison shop for a car or appliances. This rating guarantees your new home is built to a specified level of energy efficiency. Not only do you get the benefits of greater energy efficiency while you live in your home, you’ll have an advantage over a non-certified home if you do decide to sell.

Q: As we move to higher density living, homes are becoming more compact. How does the new home marketplace ensure this size change is comfortable?A: Functional efficiency means prioritizing space in the rooms that are most important for everyday living — for most people that’s the kitchen, living room, bedrooms, and bathrooms. Consumers are moving away from having spaces like a formal dining room — rooms they might only use two or three times a year for events like Thanksgiving or Christmas dinners — and demanding more casual, connected design.

Designers are responding with floorplans that focus on the ability to utilize every square inch of space. For example, at our Parkgate development in North Vancouver, the entire ground floor is a single, open and extremely flexible “living kitchen” with a movable centre island so you can expand the space when you’re entertaining large groups

of family and friends. There’s also a two-piece powder room meaning you and your guests aren’t constantly running up and down the stairs.

Then, rather than cramming all three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and the laundry onto a single level above, we’ve spread them over two floors with the master bedroom occupying the entire top floor. This design means we’re able to achieve a private retreat for parents plus two, spacious children’s bedrooms that are large enough to include room for student study areas or use as a media room or home office.

Q: How does this impact affordability?A: It’s no secret housing is expensive in Metro Vancouver. It’s straight math that the larger the home, the more it will cost. By designing homes with a smaller footprint, we can make homeownership a reality for more people. So if a 1,200-square-foot, modern townhome lives smarter, saves energy, and lasts longer than an older, 2,000-square-foot resale home in need of renovation, it’s a pretty compelling reason to buy new.

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Checking Out What’s Hot and New in the Lower

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CliffstoneMAPLE RIDGE ROWHOMESMaple Ridge’s only non-strata rowhomes are opening soon. Cliffstone is a limited collec-tion of just 26, non-strata rowhomes offering all the space and convenience single-family living but at a fraction of the cost. Priced from the low $400,000s, these three- to four-bedroom homes boasts over 1,700 square feet of cleverly designed, open living space plus landscaped fenced yards, two-car garages, and contemporary finishes including dramatic, linear glass fireplaces.

Showhome opens Saturday, March 28th at 23906 Kanaka Way in Maple Ridge. For more information, visit foxridgehomes.ca or call 604.380.0045.

ClarkeCOQUITLAM TOWNHOMESPreviews start soon for this exciting col-lection of just 21 three- and four-bedroom homes located in the 900 block of Clarke Road in West Coquitlam. Contemporary, west coast architecture with enclosed garages and lots of private, outdoor spaces. Hint: every home includes both a patio and deck. Prices anticipated to start in the high $400,000s. BuiltGreen certified for your peace of mind. Be sure to register early as this very limited offering is already attracting plenty of attention.

For more information visit and to register for more information, visit texorhomes.com.

The BromleyVANCOUVER TOWNHOMESThree super-cool opportunities to pur-chase a unique, heritage conversion home in Vancouver’s trendy Mount Pleasant neighbourhood. The Bromley transforms the original character house into a spa-cious, front-to-back duplex — both homes designed with nine-foot ceilings, open-concept living, and potential for in-law suite on the lower level. At the back, an exquisite coach house offers over 1,100 square feet features skylight in kitchen and bath,

massive private balcony, and a one-of-a-kind style — truly a home you need to see for yourself. Above and beyond features include Wolfe appliances, gas fireplace, parking, and genuine hardwood flooring.

The Bromley is located on a quiet, tree-lined street at 121 West 14th Street in Vancouver. For more information visit the-bromley.ca or call 604.782-0821.

AugustonABBOTSFORD SINGLE-FAMILYUpdate: a new release of serviced, build-ing lots — including some overlooking a forested ravine — is now available for sale. Priced from the mid-$200,000s, this family-oriented master planned community is located in a picturesque valley amid the Sumas Mountains in Abbotsford. Choose from inviting, well-designed floorplans offered by Auguston’s preferred builders. Parks, schools and a broad range of ameni-ties are close at hand.

Auguston’s presentation centre and dis-play home are open weekdays from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. or by appointment at 36363 Auguston Parkway South. For information visit auguston.com call 604.556.3880.

LiviaRICHMOND TOWNHOMESConveniently located in a quiet neighbour-hood yet still near the city amenities of downtown Richmond, this collection of luxury family townhomes combines high-end living with a family-oriented outlook. Features include state-of-the-art, full size appliances, quartz countertops, designer laminate flooring and radiant floor heating. Balconies or rooftop decks provide private outdoor spaces. Or there’s Garden City Community Park just a short stroll from home. Priced from $510,900.

Onsite sales centre and display homes open soon at 6311 – No. 4 Road. For more information and to priority register or book your private sneak peek preview, visit livia-homes.com or call 604.364.2159.

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ParkgateNORTH SHORE OASIS» by SUSAN M BOYCE

There’s something about North Vancouver. Fresh air, forests, friendly people: this is a neighbourhood that practically sings to anyone who loves the active, outdoor lifestyle.

And if you’re looking for a BuiltGreen home that epitomizes the best of the North Shore, you’re going to want to check out Parkgate because these townhomes are truly something fresh, new and different.

HOMES TO DELIGHTToday I’m getting a sneak preview with developer Howard Steiss, and I’m already intrigued by what he describes as Parkgate’s “living kitchens.” The minute he opens the front door, though, it all makes sense.

The entire ground floor is a single, open, multi-purpose space that’s an entertainer’s dream. “The heart of every home is the kitchen,” Howard says. “It has to be efficient, functional and look fabulous — which is why we’ve made Parkgate’s kitchen design a priority.”

Upstairs the theme continues: two generously sized bedrooms on the second floor plus a master suite that occupies the entire top floor and offers plenty of room for real world furniture, a luxurious ensuite with heated floors, and even it’s own balcony.

WALK ABLE NEIGHBOURHOODEven though I thought I knew the surrounding neighbourhood, Howard insists on giving me a tour — which is a good thing because it’s an eye-opener.

Just 200 metres from the showhome’s front door, a small bridge seems to disappear into forest. “Actually, it connects to a path that takes you directly to the shops at Parkgate Village,” Howard says. “So you it’s just a scenic, five-minute stroll to pick up wine and the fixings for dinner.” As a bonus, the same path also leads to the Parkgate Library and a well-appointed rec centre.

Then comes the pièce de résistance. At the end of Parkgate Avenue, there’s a park. Not just any park though — this one is massive and totally unanticipated. Baseball diamond, soccer field, picnic tables, trails, and something I’ve never seen anywhere before — an outdoor gym. No kidding, a functioning gym with multiple stations that include, among other state-of-the-art equipment, two stair masters and a tai chi wheel. Okay so neither of us know exactly what a tai chi wheel does, but it’s still there. “And it’s all free,” Howard says. “You can exercise, for free, in the fresh air of an evergreen forest. What’s not to love about that?”

Parkgate offers 16 three-bedroom townhomes priced from the mid $600,000s. Showhome opens soon at the intersection of Mount Seymour Parkway and Parkgate Avenue in North Vancouver. For more information and to priority register, visit texorhomes.com or call 604.209.3142.


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//PROJECT PROFILE

Jackson Park– THE ULTIMATE IN SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES» by MICHELLE HOPKINS

Newlyweds Andy and Karissa Tedford weren’t seriously looking to purchase a home – let alone a gorgeous new single family home backing onto a park, close to walking trails, schools and shopping.

“We spent a few months looking and when we heard that we could buy a stand alone, 2,200 square foot home with two car garage, nice backyard and no strata we had to see them,” says the 23-year-old welder. “Oakvale Developments has great trades and the finishings couldn’t be nicer … I went to school with the builder’s son so I really trust the quality of the homes,” he adds. “To top it off, the price and the natural surroundings are incredible. We really scored big!”

What also sold Andy on Jackson Park was the unfinished basement, which they are hoping to complete sometime to have as extra living space. “My wife is so excited about a new kitchen, the nice hardware and the flooring,” he says, adding they move in at the end of August 2015.

Welcome to Jackson Park, one of the most exciting single family non-strata homes development in picturesque Maple Ridge. As one of the province’s premier builder, Oakvale’s Jackson Park offers a selection of 28 residences, ranging in size from 2,100 to 2,450 total square feet, in the heart of the vibrant Albion neighbourhood. Discover a family-oriented community of spacious three-bedroom, two-and-a-half bath, fully landscaped, fenced homes surrounded by nature.

As a seasoned home buyer, Andy Rassers couldn’t be happier. The fifty-something father of a grown daughter hadn’t been looking either.

“I own a 30-plus year old house in Pitt Meadows but when my daughter told me about Jackson Park, I was a little curious,” he says. “I like the thought of a brand new home, especially one with a basement that we can convert for my daughter to live in, side-by-side double car garage that backs onto a green belt.”

Rassers added he likes that he can walk out his door and head to the coffee shop or corner grocery store and that right across the street is Jackson Park.

“Can you ask for more?” he adds.The contemporary heritage-style homes are

distinguished by open interiors with nine-foot ceilings and high quality laminate flooring throughout the main living space, stylish energy-efficient gas fireplace and a spa-like master ensuite with soaker tub and separate shower.

“The gourmet kitchens feature stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops and a kitchen island,” says Justin Hennessey, sales manager at Jackson Park.

For those outdoor enthusiasts, your new home borders the Fraser River to the south and Golden Ears Mountain to the north, offering excellent opportunities to enjoy fishing, canoeing, camping or explore its network of trails perfect for walking, biking, hiking, horseback riding and wildlife viewing. At Jackson Park, every detail has been carefully planned to offer superiority and affordable living spaces. Act fast as 40 per cent are SOLD. Prices start at $419,900 (+GST). Occupancy starts from summer 2015 to 2016.

The Jackson Park presentation centre is open daily from noon to 4 p.m. (except Fridays) at 24406 102nd Avenue in Maple Ridge. For more information, call 604-805-4669, email at [email protected] or visit www.Jacksonpark.ca.


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//MIND OVER MORTGAGE

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What’s Your Number?YOUR CREDIT SCORE AND HOW TO TAKE CARE OF IT.

There are several easy steps to have a high Credit (Beacon) Score and always stay in control of your finances.

Your credit score (also known as your beacon score) is a three-digit number that lenders use to predict your creditworthiness. Credit scores range from 300 to 900 points. The higher the score the better. Credit reporting agencies calculate your score based on your payment history, how much you owe, how long you have had credit and how often you apply for new credit. In general, the higher your score, the lower the risk for the lender and the less likely you are to become delinquent on credit.

Since your credit score and credit report are constantly changing, it’s important to review them on a regular basis, at least once a year. Since there are two main credit reporting agencies in Canada; Equifax and TransUnion, it’s a good idea to check your records with both companies. When you request your own credit report, it won’t affect your credit score. By checking it, it will help you identify and correct any inaccurate information, detect any fraudulent activity and gauge your overall credit health.

COMPONENTS OF THE CREDIT SCORE.» Payment History (35%): Every month you pay on time

is positive to your account. You receive bonus points every year that you continue to pay your accounts on time. You will lose points if you have a late payment, collections, charge-off, foreclosure or judgment placed on your report.

» Utilization (30%): This refers to the balances you have on each credit card. This is the fastest way to increase your credit score in a short period of time. You get the maximum amount of points when your balance is 1% to

9% of your available credit line. You gain points for every 10% you reduce your debt, so if you go from a balance of 80% to 40% of your credit line, you will also gain points. It’s also important that you only have balances on about half of your credit cards.

» History (15%): You receive points every year that you have a positive trade line open.

» Inquiries (10%): If you have too many inquiries you will lose points in your score. Inquires remain on your report for two years, however they stop deducting points for those inquiries after one year.

» Mix Credit (10%): This refers to the different types of credit: mortgages, car loans, credit cards, student loans, etc. You will gain points by diversifying your credit file and using another type of credit.

TIMELINECredit bureaus update your scores daily based upon the information given by your creditors. Therefore, if you substantially pay down your debt, make sure you have a good mix of credit, pay on time and don’t open too many new lines of credit at once.

HOW TO BUILD UP CREDIT HISTORY EASY AND FAST.» Open 1 or 2 credit cards. If you can’t get

approved for a credit card, try a secured card. It’s easy! Secured credit cards require a small saving account which will usually secure the entire credit line on your new card.


» Use your credit card to make daily purchases instead of using cash or debit card. Don’t use it as a form of financing, but as way of payment. Pay the total balance at the end of the month to build up your credit and avoid paying interest.

» Always pay you other bills on time such as hydro, rent, and especially your cell phone. Cell phone companies are now reporting your cell phone bill to the credit bureaus so make sure you pay them on time.

HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR BEACON SCORE.» Pay off any outstanding balance immediately on

loans, credit cards, etc. If you have a lot of debt and want to pay some of it off, you should consider debt consolidation.

» Always pay your credit cards and other loans on time. A late payment on a $10 bill has the same impact on your credit than not making a $1,000 payment. Credit is based on trust, no matter what is the amount.

» Never exceed your credit limit.

PLANNING ON BUYING A NEW HOME OR GETTING A LOAN?If you are planning on applying for a mortgage or a loan, it’s especially important to check your report

a few months in advance. In order to maintain a good credit score or if your score is lower than you would like, here is how to raise it.

» Pay all your bills on time. Paying late or going into collection can reduce your score.

» Make sure your credit limit appear. If your credit card limits aren’t listed, you cards are assumed to be maxed out, which damages your credit score.

» Staying within your credit limit. By staying below 65% to 75% of your limit it will help you maintain a higher credit score.

» Pay past due accounts. Delinquent accounts reduce your score more than anything else. Pay these accounts first.

» Don’t close credit cards. Credit score software totals your available credit limits across all your cards. If you close an old card, suddenly you have a lower total limit which means your credit to debt ratio is higher. This drives down your score. Only close old cards if you have no self-control.

» Keep old credit cards active. The longer you have had an account open, the less likely you are to default on it, and the higher your credit score. But it’s not enough to simply keep old accounts open, you have to use the card, even if it’s only once every six months.

» Don’t apply for credit you don’t need. Too many inquires over a short period can reduce your score. When using a Mortgage Broker, only one credit report will be downloaded and it can be used to go to various lenders.

» Correct any negative inaccuracies on your credit report. This can increase your score.

If you have any questions about your credit score or how you can improve it talk to a Mortgage Expert. We will be happy to help.


COQUITLAM

A1. Burke Mountain Heights

3498 Princeton Ave.778-285-6299

A2. Black+Whites 548 Foster Ave 604-998-8998

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PORT COQUITLAM

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COQUITLAM / PORT COQUITLAM / PORT MOODY

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//GEORGIE AWARDS

» by SUSAN M BOYCE

The date: February 27th, 2015. Th e mood: distinctly celebratory. Th e event: the 23rd Annual

Georgie Awards®. On that evening, more than 500 people gathered at Vancouver’s Hyatt Regency Hotel to honour the crème de la crème of British Columbia’s vibrant residential construction industry — an industry that year after year becomes more innovative, creative, and environmentally savvy.

Entries in the Georgie Awards’ more than 40 categories are submitted by builders, developers, renovators, and marketers throughout BC. And Rob Capar, immediate past president of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association-BC (CHBA-BC) and president of maison d’etre design-build inc, was delighted to announce the total number of entries in the

THE 23RD ANNUALGEORGIE AWARDS

The Best of BC’s ResidentialConstruction Industry

This year’s Georgie Awards winners showcase the imagination and ingenuity that reside and fl ourish within our province.— Neil Moody

Hampstead 2 in Silver Ridge helped Portrait Homes garner four gold Georgie Awards including Single Family Production Home Builder of the Year.


2014 competition had increased by 30 per cent compared to 2013 — making this a truly provincial competition. Judging takes place over three intense, exhausting days as a panel of industry experts, all from outside the province to ensure impartiality, choose the winners.

THE ENVELOPE PLEASE…The runaway leader this year was Naikoon Contracting Ltd, whose table was covered with seven gold Georgie Awards — four of them for Midori Uchi in North Vancouver. Boasting a dramatic, ultra-energy-efficient rammed wall as well as a design inspired by the distinctive, linear Japanese minimalism, Midori Uchi is one of the very rare Lower Mainland houses that are completely net-zero — on an annual basis, they return to the grid as much energy as they consume. No one was surprised when Naikoon was named Custom Home Builder of the Year.

Named Multi-Family Home Builder of the Year, Adera took top honours in a total of five categories spanning three projects. And it was Breeze, the company’s now wildly popular townhome project in South Surrey that was named the night’s first Georgie Award winner when it was named Best Townhouse Development.

Richmond-based Portrait Homes added four more gold Georgie Awards — including Single Family Production Located in South Surrey, Breeze by Adera was named Best Townhouse Development.

Midori Uchi’s dramatic rammed earth wall was one reason this home won four gold Georgie Awards and helped Naikoon Contracting Ltd win Custom Home Builder of the Year.

Home Builder of the Year — to their already lengthy last of accolades for Silver Ridge, the company’s spectacular Maple Ridge master planned community. Hampstead 2, the most recent phase took top honours for Best Single-Family Home over 2,000 Square Feet and under $750,000 as well as garnering Portrait one of its two Consumer Choice Awards of the evening.

A relative newcomer to the Georgie Awards, Tavan Development Group was one of three companies to snag three golds including Best Advertising Campaign for South Granville Estate, a 7,300-square-foot Shaughnessy mansion custom home that featured a host of above and beyond features such as a temperature controlled wine wall, genuine gold tiling on the fireplace surround, and a two-sided television in the lower-level sports bar.

Vancouver Island’s TS Williams Construction was awarded Best Custom Home Valued $1.5 to $3 million as well Best Oudoor Living Space for Cadence in Lantzville, while All Elements Design.Manage.Build took top honours in the Custom Home Valued Over $3 million and Best Single-Family Kitchen Under $100,000 for Sin~Ceras in Kelowna. Rounding out representation from outside Metro Vancouver was Vineyard Developments for their use of a dramatic, glass-encased interior elevator installed in a custom home in Vernon — a creative solution to ensure aging in place that judges deemed to be this year’s Best Innovative Feature New or Renovation.

BUILDING BC“This year’s Georgie Awards winners showcase the imagination and ingenuity that reside and flourish within our province,” noted Neil Moody, CHBA-BC’s CEO. “The increase in submissions as well as attendees at this gala demonstrates the vitality of the residential construction industry in our province. Congratulations to all the winners on a job well done.”

For a complete list of winners and more information about the Georgie Awards visit georgieawards.ca. For information about CHBA-BC, visit chbabc.org.


BURNABY

A1. Rivers Walk809 S Dyke Road(at Wood Street)Queensbourough604-533-3575

A2. Britton7458 Britton St604-298-1313

A3. Thurston Street3748 Thurston St604-563-7001

A4. Lift 9350 University High St604-320-3386

A5. Highland Park6088 Beresford St. 604-671-5565

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“What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas!” During our marketing team’s recent trip to the 2015 International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Las Vegas, I was struck by the number of billboards proclaiming this slogan. It made me think. If “What Happens in Vegas, Stays in Vegas” is true, there must be a catch. Does that mean it’s waiting for you when you come back? Not wanting to find out, I think it’s best I come clean with what happened in Vegas.

We have enjoyed an incredible period of market buoyancy here in Metro Vancouver since our quick rebound from the global recession of 2008. This wave of advancement has culminated in a remarkable 14,344 new home sales recorded in 2014. This figure exceeded the extremely optimistic projection we made last quarter of a year-over-year increase of 17 per cent, by a factor of two. The same cannot be said, however, for the major markets in the US. Yet, this year there was a palpable air of optimism at IBS.

For the past few years, many of these conferences resembled make-shift, temporary real estate development refugee camps. Here, survivors explored ways to make the most of the little market opportunity they had. Much of the talk then centred around rentals, as it seemed that projects of this nature were more plausible than for-sale condo projects, especially from a financing perspective.

In contrast, this year much of the talk centred on respond-ing to emerging opportunities associated with the recovery at hand, and the “internationalization” (read: advanced immigra-tion and multi-culturalism) and “Manhattanization” (read: revitalization and densification of urban cores) occurring in major US cities. While these are emerging trends in the US, I say these trends have been fundamental drivers of the demand that has accelerated our market locally for some time — and will continue to do so.

In Metro Vancouver the stories being told and the advice being given can be summed up in one word: Scale. Simply put,

developers are challenging their previous assumptions with respect to what is “large” and “small”.

On the small front, developers like reliance Holdings and Tien Sheir would be very in vogue at the 2015 IBS show, as the era of micro-studios has arrived central areas of cities such as Los Angeles. These developments tend to sell the best in locations on transit, near universities or tech centres and within 20-25 minutes of the buyer’s parents’ home.

On the large front, developers in the US are realizing the trend that wood-frame apartment and high-rise developers have been adapting to here for several years. The older buyer wants larger floor plans and they are willing to pay a healthy premium for offerings appropriately situated in active urban cores and social, pedestrian-oriented, mixed-use suburban settings.

Given the emerging opportuni-ties one should not be surprised to see the talented pool of developers and marketing agencies here in Canada looking to the south in 2015 to realize opportunity. At the same time, based on early polling, 2015 is not showing any signs of a slowdown, which reminds me of another nostalgic saying. “There’s no place like home.”

WHAT THE LAS VEGAS INTERNATIONAL BUILDERS’ SHOW CAN TELL US ABOUT THE MARKET AT HOME

What happened in Vegas

//NEW HOME MARKET UPDATE

As President of Fifth Avenue Real Estate

Marketing, Scott directly oversees the growth and

success of the project marketing and sales teams responsible for delivering

sales success and developer partner satisfaction. Throughout his 25

years of work experience Scott has formed and led teams that have set sales records in North

America and Asia. Email him at [email protected] or visit www.fifthave.ca to download the latest

Fifth Dimension, a comprehensive analysis

of the multi-family real estate market in

Metropolitan Vancouver report with data provided

by Urban Analytics.

» by SCOTT BROWN


RICHMOND

A1. River Green5171 Brighouse Way604-233-2633

A2. Modern Estates7411 Moffatt Road604.788.8833

TSAWWASSEN

B1. Tsawwassen Shores604-943-6677

NORTH DELTA

C1. Kaleido10735 84th Ave604-590-8818

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Welcome to Kaleido by Polygon, the final collection of homes available at the

landmark master-planned community of Sunstone. These striking three bedroom

Georgian-inspired homes feature contemporary layouts designed to meet the

needs of today’s busy lifestyles.

NATURALLY CONNECTED.TOWNHOMES FROM $389,900.

NOW SELLING


RICHMOND/DELTA/LADNER/TSAWWASSEN

ABBOTSFORD Abacus Uptown LR 604-309-7155 From $109,900 inc net GSTBrighton TH 604 607-7801 From $269,900 Cedar Landing TH 604-850-5040 Fr. 274,900 inc net GSTEagle Estates SF 604-859-3141 From $599,900 Eagles Gate SF 604-309-7729 From $373,500Falcon Ridge SF 604-309-0540 From $789,000Foxwood SF 604-850-5040 From $524,900 Hudson’s Loft 2 LR 604-864-8948 CallLift LR 604-557-1047 CallLuna TH 778-895-5862 From $289,900 Waterleaf LR 604-850-3694 From $179,000BURNABY Aldynne on the Park HR 604-451-9517 From $467,900 Altitude HR 604-456-8883 From mid $200sAviara HR 604-291-9130 CallBrentwood HR 604-563-8386 From $299,900 Britton TH 604-293-1818 From $539,900Casa d’oro TH 604-436-1100 From $499,900CentreBlock at Univercity HR libertyhomes.ca CallGold House HR goldhouseliving.com Coming SoonHighland Park Metrotown TH 604-671-5565 CallLift LR/TH 604-320-3386 CallMadison LR 604-299-1996 Coming SoonMet 1, The HR 604-899-8800 From $349,800Met 2, The HR 604-899-8800 Coming SoonMetro One LR 604-435-9477 CallMetro Two LR 604-435-9477 From $439,900Metroplace HR 604-435-8866 CallModello HR 604-456-0688 From $389,900Novella MR 604-536-5777 CallOakTerra LR 604-431-6033 Call Paddington Mews TH 604-438-9922 From $334,900Redbrick LR 604-527-7955 From Mid $200sStation Square HR 604-438-1113 CallStorybrook LR 604-528-8906 From Low $300’sSubora LR 604-807-4353 From $279,900Thurston TH 604-563-7001 CallTrio LR 604-218-3338 From $249,900CHILLIWACK / SARDIS Camden at The Falls SF www.livethefalls.com From $389,900Centre Field TH 604-795-6938 From $242,900 Englewood Village SF 604-534-5079 From $249,900 Garrison Crossing SF/LR/TH 604-824-5062 Call Heron’s Landing 604-858-7179 From $269,900Jinkerson Vistas SF 1-877-858-2408 From $399,900 La Cason LR 1-800-830-7175 From $184,900 Radius LR 604-991-5151 From $149,900River Walk TH 604-991-1777 From $259,900 Seasons at Cedar Sky TH 604-991-8250 From $449,900 Summit Residences, The SF 604-824-6473 From $508,000 Townsend Terrace TH 1-800-830-7175 From $242,900 COQUITLAM 1123 Westwood HR 604-472-1123 CallAmberleigh SF 604-514-4359 Coming SoonAustin HR 604-931-0302 From low $200’sBlack+Whites TH 604-998 8998 From Low $500’s Bloom LR/TH 604-939-8808 From $264,000Bradley House LR 604-942-8416 From $341,900Burke Mountain Heights SF 778-285-6299 Call Charland LR 604-492-3388 CallComo LR 604-939-0018 From $208,800Crown HR 604-939-8868 From $280,000Evergreen HR 604-942-2672 From $284,900Foster Ave Rowhomes TH intracorp.ca Coming SoonGrand Central 2 HR 604-936-1888 From $309,900 Hazel LR 604-937-2599 From $220,500 Kingston SF 604-514-4359 Coming SoonMackin Park LR 604-939-8874 From $219,900Nest TH 604-492-4123 CallNovella MR 604-563-5777 CallOasis HR 604-464-2701 Call Regan’s Walk LR 604-492-0222 From $259,900Riley TH 604-468-7688 From $349,900Secret Ridge DP secretridge.ca Coming Soon

Somerton SF 604-469-8581 From $699,900 Sterling SF 604-464-2260 From $689,900The Windsor HR 604-941-8305 From $325,900Uptown2 HR 604-939-2611 From $286,900

DELTA NORTH DELTA Delta Rise HR 604-594-7473 From $189,900 Kaleido TH 604-590-8818 From $389,900Lakeside TH 604-585-7107 CallSouth Pointe SF 604-584-2908 From $699,900 TSAWWASSEN Brio LR 604-943-8811 Call Tsawwassen Heights SF 604-271-7288 Call Tsawwassen Shores SF 604-943-6677 From $499,900 Tsawwassen Springs SF/LR 604-948-HOME Call

LANGLEY Athenry Gate LR 604-882-8857 From $137,500Arcadia TH 04-513-9090 From $279,900Cornerstone LR 604-534-6000 From $189,900 Elements LR 604-533-7718 From $199,900 Exchange TH 604-535-8587 Coming SoonEvergreen North Yorkson SF 604-648-8956 From $645,000Focal Point LR 604-377-7000 Coming Soon Keaton TH 604-882-3733 Call for InfoIvy Row RH 604-999-9323 Fr. $479,900 inc GSTKensington LR 604-427-3311 From $199,900Lotus Living TH 604-831-0800 Coming SoonMarquee TH 604-427-3550 From $268,900Mason & Green TH 604-852-5382 From $324,900McBride Station TH 604-533-0881 Coming Soon Mission Green 604-871-4288 From $314,900Parkside RH 604-648-9428 From $480,000Serenity TH 604-371-1538 Call for InfoSummerhill TH 604-418-7072 From $379,900Varsity LR 604-539-2200 From $139,900York TH 604-534-9495 Call York by Mosaic TH 604-882-6758 CallYorkson Creek LR yorksoncreek.com From $179,900Yorkson South SF 778-785-1673 From $440,000

MAPLE RIDGE 223 North LR 604-463-0588 From $174,900Albion Station TH 604-351-3261 From $254,900Cascada LR 604-318-5254 CallCliffstone SF 604-380-0045 From $549,900Edge on Edge LR 604-466-8783 From $149,900Grant Hill Estates SF 604-230-3935 Call Hampstead at Silver Ridge SF 604-466-9278 From $498,900Jackson Park SF 604-805-4668 From $419,900Jackson Ridge SF 604-351-3261 Call Mainstone Creek SF 604-463-5000 Call Maple Heights TH 604-380-1215 Coming SoonMeadows Pointe LR 604-522-8970 From $189,900Montgomery Acres SF 604-477-2959 From $509,980Myron’s Muse TH 604-380-1801 CallParc Vue LR 604-467-8884 CallPointe, The SF 604-999-2452 From $489,900River’s Edge LR 604-318-5254 From $174,900 Robertson Heights SF 604-380-4708 From $459,900 Signature at Falcon Centre LR 604-477-1500 CallSpencer’s Green SF 778-846-3200 From $528,900Station One LR 778-878-1347 Coming Soon Summit at Grant Hill SF 604-405-4437 From $769,900 inc gstTwo Birds TH 604-467-7000 Call Village Green TH 604-476-2292 From $279,900Village Walk SF 604-465-6524 Call Wellington Station LR 604-380-0300 From $189,000 Wynnridge SF 604-466-6388 Call

MISSION / HARRISON Fraser Landing TH 1-888-826-1177 From $249,900Horizons TH 1-888-826-1177 From $319,800

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NEW WESTMINSTER 258 on Sixth HR 604-377-9630 CallAlexander Walk TH 604-779-1292 From $349,900 Canoe TH aragon.ca Now SellingDominion MR 604-525-8980 CallElliot St HR 604-524-8080 CallEnglish Mews TH 604-517-1688 CallGlass House Lofts LR 604-520-9890 CallLookout at Victoria Hill, The LR 604-523-0733 CallNorthbank HR 604-523-0081 From $249,900 Parkside at Victoria Hill HR 604-523-0733 CallRivers Walk TH 604-533-3575 From $469,900The Sapperton at Brewery District HR 604-694-1188 Coming SoonThompson Landing SF 604-520-3226 From $476,900 Trapp & Holbrook HR 604-525-0223 From $299,900NORTH VANCOUVER 15 West HR 604-980-9949 From $539,900221 East 3rd LR Coming SoonAnchor, The LR 604-988-8800 From Mid $300’s Atrium at the Pier MR/TH 604-983-9065 CallCanyon Springs LR 604-973-0298 From $429,900Capstone MR 604-929-8870 Call CentreView HR 604-998-8540 Call Destiny 2 LR 604-929-1915 From $259,900Drive, The LR 604-986-8138 Call Heywood on the Park LR 604-985-0003 From $269,900Latitudes TH 604-435-9477 From $469,900Local on Lonsdale HR/LR/TH 604-998-0219 Call Loden Green TH 604-988-0022 From $599,900Maplewood North LR 604-727-1594 From $378,900Mill House LR 604.986.0007 From $299,900Northlands LR/TH 604-800-2120 CallParkgate TH texorhomes.com Coming soonPinnacle Residences at the Pier MR 604-983-9065 CallRemix LR 604-924-4488 CallTatlow LR [email protected] Coming Soon The Ave Boutique Res. LR 778-985-4676 CallTrophy at the Pier MR/TH 604-983-9065 From $509,900 Seylynn Village HR 604-980-5000 CallShore, The LR 604-980-0016 From low $200’sx61 LR 604-988-8856 Coming SoonWest Quay MR 604-988-8856 From $419,900PITT MEADOWS Cedar Downs LR 778-846-3200 From $194,900Homes at Brogden Brown TH 604-761-6806 Coming SoonLiv42 LR 604-460-6601 From $134,900 PORT COQUITLAM Altura LR 604-552-5887 From $219,900 Amanti LR 604-475-3220 From $179,900Carmandy LR 604-435-9477 From $209,900 Fremont Indigo TH 604-552-0319 CallFremont Green South LR 604-468-0084 CallLa Via LR 604-475-5100 From $169,900Orchid LR 604-866-4206 From $149,900Prima Residences LR 604-945-3999 From $219,900Salisbury Lane TH 604-475-1172 Coming SoonShaughnessy, The HR 604-468-8252 Call South Verde LR 604-468-8640 Call Valorie on the Park LR 604-464-4764 From $246,900PORT MOODY Residences, The HR 604-552-0552 Call Station, The TH 604-492-3338 CallThe Strand LR Coming Soon RICHMOND Alexandra Court LR 604-278-5809 From $329,900Alfa HR 604-276-2532 CallAvanti LR/HR 604-276-9186 CallCadence HR 604-276-8683 Call Concord Gardens HR 604-233-7748 From $300,000’sEmpire Living TH 604-244-9622 Call Gardens, The LR 604 271 3331 From $384,900Grand, The HR 604 278 3880 CallHarmony HR 604-278-3939 From $322,300Kenstone Gate TH 604-218-3338 From $529,900

Kingston Gate TH 604-760-6024 CallLivia TH 604-364-2159 CallMandarin Walk LR/TH 604-278-0808 CallModern Estates TH 604-788-8833 CallMonet HR 604-233-7748 From $300,000’sElle HR 604-273-1313 Coming SoonOpal at Richmond Centre HR 604-303-7575 From $464,900 Ora HR 604-278-8838 Call Orchid by Beedie HR [email protected] Coming SoonPinnacle Lilving at Capstan HR/MR/TH 604-303-0148 From $299,900Pier, The LR 604-274-7326 CallRiga TH 604-715-1250 CallRiva MR 604-278-8825 CallRiver Inlet MR/TH 604-233-2633 CallRiver Park Place HR 604-282-7838 From $229,500RiverSky HR 604-522-2583 Coming SoonSaffron LR 604-270-2482 Call Tempo HR 604-276-8885 From $283,900 Vogue TH 604-715-1250 CallWestminster Terrace TH 604-204-1077 Call SQUAMISH / WHISTLER Elaho TH 604-898-2232 Coming Soon Ocean Crest SF 604-896-2235 From $1,298,000 Ravens Plateau SF 1-888-852-7575 Call Aqua TH/LR 1-877-344-5566 From $239,000 University Heights LR 1-888-852-7575 Call SUNSHINE COAST SECHELTSilverStone Heights SF 604-741-1877 From $479,900SURREY3 Civic Plaza HR 604-951-3331 CallAshbury Hill TH 604-953-1211 Starting at $279,900 Ascend LR 604-596-2202 From $170’sBalance LR tiensher.com Coming SoonBishop Creek TH 604-588-0005 From $354,900Blackberry Walk TH 604-501-6119 Call Boardwalk TH 604.506.1852 From $341,900 Brixton TH 604-503-0483 From 299,900Brookside TH 604-372-2071 Fr. $279,900Canvas TH 604-598-8873 CallClayton Market Village Rowhomes RH 604-574-5735 CallConnect LR 778-395-1886 From $118,800 Creekside TH 604-372-0400 High $200’s Edgewood TH 604-644-7811 From $344,900Esplanade at Waterstone LR 604-530-5399 From $219,900Eton TH 604-953-0833 Starting at $341,900 Evolve HR 604-497-0102 From $93,900Fusion TH 778-578-9779 From $344,900G3 Residences HR 604-453-6688 CallGuildford Greens TH 604-307-0400 From $349,900Guildford The Great TH 778-293-2222 Coming SoonHeights TH 604-538-8888 Coming Soon Highcrest TH 604-584-7273 Fr. $345,900Highlands SF 778-565-7768 Call for InfoHorizons SF 778-565-7768 Call for InfoHyde Park TH 604-506-1852 CallJoi Living TH 604-574-8888 From $339,000Kendra TH 604-590-9122 From $329,900Lingo LR 604-727-5478 From $159,900Lumina LR 604-727-5478 From $274,900Madison TH 604-543-6262 From $323,000Manarola LR 604-825-1038 From $179,900 Incl. GSTThe Maple TH 604-720-7478 CallOliver’s Lane SF 604-543-3868 From $489,900 One 44 TH 604-503-6402 From $298,500Panorama Station TH 604-372-2275 From $299,800Panorama Woods TH 778-593-9954 From $314,900Park Avenue West HR 604-583-9866 From $250’sPark Place Village TH 604-617-7763 From $359,000Quattro 3 LR 604-581-8000 From $159,900 Redwood TH 604-503-6929 Call for Info Rockwoods, The TH 604-503-1188 From Low $300’sSilverwood TH silverwoodliving.com From Low $300’sTeo TH 604-288-8981 From Low $300’sVerve LR 604-588-3783 From $160’s

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The Walks TH 604-440-8070 CallUniversity District HR 604-588-5795 From $221,900 Wave HR 604-951-9283 CallWynd HR 604-951-9283 From $199,900Zen TH 604-355-0166 CallCLOVERDALE Clayton Heights TH/DU 604-723-4497 From $549,900The Grove TH 604-533-6968 From $275,900MacKenzie Estates TH 604-538-2125 From $349,900One92 LR/TH 604-576-1772 From $199,900South Creek SF 604.372.0388 CallUptown Clayton Village TH 778-574-0146 From $329,900 VANCOUVER & AREADOWNTOWN 999 Seymour HR 604-879-9996 From $345,900Addition HR 604-338-5233 CallBurrard Gateway HR burrardgateway.ca Coming SoonEventide LR 604-783-1044 Coming Soon Fairmont Pacific Rim Estates HR 604-781-4303 CallFairmont Pacific Rim Estates HR 604-620-6692 From $349,900 Keefer 188 LR 604-620-2018 From $239,900Keefer Block LR 604-682-8813 From $269,900Mark, The HR 604-687-4353 Call Modern HR 604-879-2010 From $465,900One Pacific HR 604-899-8800 From $300’sPacific Pt HR 604-685-0855 From $349,900Private Residences at Hotel Georgia, The HR 604-682-8107 CallSapphire, The HR 604-876-9222 From $685,000Tate Downtown HR 604-568-8283 From $268,000Vancouver House HR 604-893-8958 Call EAST SIDE 238 W Broadway LR 238westbroadway.ca CallBohème LR 604-569-3388 From $227,900Bold on Fraser LR 604-264-6707Brock East LR 604-715-6060 Starting at $299,900Charm LR 604-330-8838 From $266,900 Cordovan LR cordovan.ca Coming SoonFocal LR 604-563-6777 Coming SoonFrancis TH 604-330-8848 CallThe Independent at Main independentatmain.ca Coming SoonGem, The LR liveatthegem.com Coming SoonGrandview Cascades TH grandviewcascades.com Coming SoonJade LR 604-338-5233 CallKensington Gardens LR 604-620-7886 CallKillarney Ridge RH/DP 604-961-2861 Coming SoonKillarney Ridge SF Killarneyridge.ca Coming SoonLocal LR 604-688-5527 From $349,900Main Street LR 604-877-1116 From $339,900Marquee on the Drive LR 604-559-2011 $329,900Mercer by Cressey LR 604-879-6400 CallOxford, The LR 604-779-0091 Starting at $239,900 Oxford LR 604-779-0091 CallRiver District LR 604-879-8830 Coming SoonRhythm MR 603-437-5315 From $389,900Shine MR 604-261-3936 CallSkyway HR 604-436-1100 CallStrathcona Gardens TH 604-328-9940 CallTriumph TH 604-563-6200 CallView 388 LR 604-330-8838 From $219,900The Heatley at Strathcona Village MR 604-683-0900 From $199,900Vya MR 604-559-1070 From $239,999Wall Centre Central Park HR 604-874-9232 From $299,900Woodshire TH 604-719-1700 From $420,900Wohlstein MR 604-558-0899 From $240,000WEST SIDE 41West MR 41westliving.com Coming Soon 5555 Dunbar LR 604-568-7551 From $349,9006th & Yukon LR cressey.ca Coming SoonW10th & Maple MR/TH 604-239-2080 From $429,900 Alder Crossing TH/Studios 604-600-5405 From $290,000Aperture LR/TH 778-616-7008 From $$450Arbutus Ridge MR 604-738-0001 CallBennington House TH 604-558-1907 Coming Soon Binning Tower HR 604-646-1111 From $499,900Block 100 HR 604-682-8801 CallBoulevard MR 604-685-5778 From $367,400Cambie & 7th HR/TH 604-568-5060 CallCambie Star MR cambiestar.com Coming SoonCambria LR 604-325-2216 Call Canvas MR 604-875-8508 Call Central HR 604-662-3373 Call Citti MR 604-880-6880 Call

Elizabeth LR 604-687-8800 Coming SoonEmpire at QE Park LR 604-568-5060 Call Granville at 70th HR 604-687-2298 CallKerrisdale Gardens MR 604-559-9848 From $540,900Kits360 LR 604-737-0360 From $379,900 Lido HR 604-872-2672 From $513,900Livingstone House LH/TH livingstonehouse.ca Coming SoonMC2 HR 604-638-9998 CallMeccanica MR 604-876-8819 From $349,900Midtown LR 604-563-3330 Call Monarch MR 604-568-6883 From $439,900Northwest HR 604-325-5151 CallOak TH 604-418-6809 Starting at $749,800One, The MR/HR 604-874-8368 From $349,900Opsal HR 604-876-7332 CallParc Elise MR/TH 604-336-6380 From $290,900Pinnacle Living at False Creek MR 604-874-8368 From $369,900 Pinnacle Living Broadway MR 604-739-2080 From $399,900 Prodigy MR 604-221-8878 From high $300s Q16 TH 604-263-8090 CallRadius LR 604-731-5522 CallSail MR 604-221-8878 CallShannon Wall Centre Kerrisdale LR 604-267-8882 CallSixth & Steel TH sixthandwillow.com Coming SoonSixth and Willow TH 604-336-2800 CallSota HR 604-671-1025 From 2.5 millionThe Spot MR 604-568-6886The Laureates HR 604-221-4450 CallThe Ivy LR 604-566-5888 CallTisdale TH 778-846-5990 CallTower Green at West HR 604-707-9378 CallVillage on False Creek, The MR 604-733-2010 From $414,500Vya LR 604-559-1070 From $239,999 TSAWWASSEN Cityhomes at Northgate LR 604-948-2345 CallWEST VANCOUVER 23rd and Bellevue HR cressey.com Coming SoonEvelyn LR 604-922-0330 CallKerrisdale by Cressey LR cressey.com Coming Soon

WHITE ROCK / SOUTH SURREY Adagio LR 604-531-6659 From $288,900Avra HR 604-531-9030 From $319,900 Belcroft, The TH 604-568-8830 From $649,900 Beverley MR cressey.com Coming SoonBlu TH 604-782-5258 From $599,900 incl. GSTBreeze TH 604-582-1113 Call Elevate at the Hamptons DU 604-723-4497 From $629,900Elgin House LR 604-514-8092 From $269,900Essence at the Hamptons TH 604-723-4497 From $399,800 The Estates at Morgan Heights SF 604-560-1053 Call Gemini LR 604-536-1663 CallGeorge TH 604-571-6400 CallGrandview Heights TH discovergrandviewheights.comHeadwaters LR 604-535-1451 From $232,900 Heights, The TH/LR 778-545-8737 CallHycroft Rowhouses TH 605-541-2495 From 549,900Hyde Park TH hydeparkliving.ca Coming soonJacobsen TH 604-538-5591 From $519,900Morgan Rise SF foxridgehomes.ca Coming SoonNewport at West Beach LR 604-536-0256 CallOn The Course TH 604-385-0111 From $300’s Promenade LR 604-531-1111 From $314,900Royce LR 604-538-8028 CallSakura TH 604-538-5588 Call for InfoSaltaire LR 604-560-1656 CallSausalito MR 604-531-2200 CallSouthbrooke SF 604-805-2941 CallSouth Point Walk LR/TH 604-560-3238 From $230’s The Village at Southwood SF 604-560-3450 $729,900Winter Street LR 604-364-7455 From $299,900Woods TH 604-538-8876 From $379,900


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