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2016 Prime Real Estate Guide

By Jennifer Elliott /

The latest developments popping up around town are a testament to the city’s technological innovation, architectural talent and natural beauty.

pre_grosvenorGrosvenor Ambleside

Units 99 ResidencesPhase 1 57 Residences | over 90% soldPhase 2 42 Residences | coming soonPresentation Centre 1340 Marine Drive, West Vancouver (by appointment)Ideally located on the West Vancouver waterfront, Grosvenor’s latest project is a stunning James KM Cheng design. With interior design by Mitchell Freedland Design featuring Snaidero custom Italian cabinetry, and art by renowned locals Douglas Coupland and Gordon Smith, Grosvenor Ambleside embraces the highest standard of contemporary West Coast design and waterfront living in the Lower Mainland.Other on-site features include an impressive covered galleria, complete with restaurants, cafes and street-level shops. The galleria will host artistic and musical performances programmed by the Kay Meek Centre for Performing Arts – an offering reflective of West Vancouver’s unique sense of community.

pre_brentwoodConcord Brentwood

Buildings Phase 1, Hillside West, features 2 towersTower 1 45 storeys, 426 suitesTower 2 50 storeys, 466 suitesPresentation Centre 4750 Kingsway, Burnaby (Metropolis at Metrotown, next to Sears)Concord Brentwood is another visionary master-planned community by Concord Pacific. Residents of Phase 1, Hillside West, will enjoy 2 levels of amenities ranging from a fitness centre with yoga studio to a pet grooming room and concierge services promise a leisurely, catered lifestyle. Other highlights include touchless automatic car wash, central heating and cooling, and Bosch kitchen appliances.Half of the total development site will be dedicated to a new 13-acre urban park. A new urban market, park-side cafes and an on-site school are proposed to complete the community plan.Long-recognized as an industry leader, Concord Brentwood will be the first large-scale residential development to equip all parking stalls with quick-charge electric vehicle charging outlets.

pre_avenueoneConcord Pacific Avenue One

Units 247 residencesPresentation Centre 88 Pacific Blvd, VancouverMere steps from the seawall, overlooking the stunning waters of Southeast False Creek, Concord Pacific’s Avenue One capitalizes on urban conveniences in one of Vancouver’s most desirable neighbourhoods. The latest project from GBL Architects, Avenue One combines opulent finishes (think automated car wash, pet grooming room and water garden feature) with total functionality (including a state-of-the-art fitness facility and wifi-equipped communal areas). 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom suites and townhomes, completed by LIV Interior, round out the unique offering for access, luxury and escape in the centre of the city.

pre_carderoCardero by Bosa Properties

Units 119 homesPresentation Centre 18th Floor 1500 West Georgia Street, Vancouver (by appointment only)Located in the heart of the downtown core, at the cross point of Coal Harbour and Stanley Park, is Bosa Properties’ latest architectural masterpiece. Cardero is a boutique building of 119 residences.The Henriquez Partners vision includes architectural sun shades that reduce solar heat and add a unique exterior aesthetic. The innovation continues inside where integrated technology enhances form and function, and gorgeous Italian kitchens are crafted by artisans. Complete with an indoor fitness centre, outdoor yoga and BosaVOLT™ electric vehicle charging outlets in the secure underground parkade, Cardero poises Vancouverites to make the most of city centre living.