An Incredible Story…..

Real Estate Gifting

The majority of projects we work on at Portico occur within Greater Vancouver.  For the most part, we work with local developers, builders and a few residential clients. As such, we see a very connected network of business people in the lower mainland and know that real estate development and sales very much drive the economy. Primary focus for all is profitability, sales, reputation and the next project.

However, we all need to take a step back from time to time and consider those that are so much less fortunate than we are.  The following outlines the generosity and success of a humanitarian project taken on by one of our clients. It is heartwarming to see how these individuals have taken the time to figure out how to give back to the less fortunate, and to use real-estate sales to do so.

Pete Dupuis and Sid Landolt of S and P Destination Properties have jump started an incredible social housing project with The World Housing Organization; a vision to build housing for the poor in the third world.

Through a chance meeting and conversation between Pete Dupuis and the founder of TOMS shoes, Blake Mycoskie, before Pete knew it, he had a new direction for his Master’s thesis, that being Social Housing in the Third World.  Thus began the incredible journey of using real-estate to provide housing to people living in poverty and in landfill sites around the world.

The launch of S & P’s latest property venture, the Ritz Carlton Waikiki Resort, coincided with the start of “the world’s first one-for-one real estate gifting model”.   S & P’s mandate was as follows:

“For every home sold at our event, another home will be gifted to a qualified, deserving homeless family in the third-world.  Our first World Housing recipient community will be Scott Neeson’s Cambodia Children’s Fund  located in the Steung Meanchey landfill community in Phnom Phen, Cambodia.  Our goal is to generate funding to launch our first round of homes to be gifted on November 1, 2013.”

We are truly impressed with this project and hope that some of our other clients join with   S & P to participate in future World Housing events like this one.

Congratulations S & P!

To get involved please take a look at the World Housing website,  Roof’s Over head 

 

Photo from the Roof’s over head website

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Positive Growth in Condo and Home Sales

If you stick your head in the sand and say that the real estate market is bad, it will be bad.  It’s the nature of a self-fulfilling prophecy.

We’ve been fortunate enough to be involved in several multi-family projects in both Vancouver and Calgary that have had great success in the first quarter of 2013.

Our hats are off to these developers, for being aggressive in a not so ideal market.

 

Roxton – Mosaic Homes, Port Coquitlam, BC

www.mosaichomes.com

Pre-sales greatly enhance the bottom line.

Mosaic Homes is in the process of building out this 42 unit townhome and single family home project in Port Coquitlam.   Since opening on January 19, 2013, they’ve sold 50% of the product, which is still in early construction.

Mosaic’s mandate for the design of this project was to utilize classic, timeless finishes that transcend a number of design styles.

 Click here to see the Article on Living Room’s to Love

Photo-Roxton Living Room


 

Sail – Adera Development Corp – Vancouver, BC.

www.adera.com

This popular west coast modern building is the second phase of Adera’s latest project in the UBC market.   Adera has achieved near 90 (yes 90) sales since they launched in January.

Designed by Rositch Hemphill Architects, the exteriors of Sail integrate the use of handsome natural materials that complement the surrounding woodland environment.   The homes at Sail also have abundant natural light, due to the liberal amount of glazing on the building.

Predominantly one and two bedroom condos, the interiors include quartz countertops, wood veneer cabinetry, GE Profile appliances and Kohler plumbing.   The penthouse units have rooftop patios for outdoor entertaining.

The urban location of this project and the cultural diversity of the area have contributed significantly to Sail’s success.

Photo-Sail Lobby

 

VEN – Bucci Developments Ltd – Calgary, Alberta

www.bucci.com

Bucci has definitely made its’ mark in the Alberta market.   Since 1998 they have sold over 1000 homes in Calgary and have sold out two buildings in the past 2 years.  They just released their most recent project – VEN condominiums in Kensington.

Located in the popular Kensington area, VEN’s proximity to downtown, local shopping and restaurants, the C-train, SAIT and The University of Calgary make it an ideal location.   This project, constructed to Built Green Silver Standards, has captured the attention of many Calgary residents who’ve longed for an opportunity to call Kensington home.

Bucci opened with a bang on March 9, 2013 selling more than 50% of the 115 available suites.   To view a video of opening weekend, click here.

Photo-Ven Living Room and Kitchen

 

3 Eau Claire – 3 Eau Claire Developments – Calgary, Alberta

www.3eauclaire.ca

Twin Towers designed by Norr Architects will soon be gracing the skies of downtown Calgary.

This mixed use commercial and residential building went to market in late November, which is not a terribly good time to launch a project.   To date, they have presold 75% of the entire first tower.

Finishes in this building are sleek and reflect current European design.

3 Eau Claire Developments has recently partnered with Shaw Communications to lease 12 floors of this 48 storey tower.

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3 Eau Claire Suite Rendering

 

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Living Rooms To Love

3437 Roxton Ave., Coquitlam

“Orange is a happening colour, adds

vibrancy and energy. You are happy in

the space because of the colour.”

Tara Wells, Portico Design Group

Custom Art :

www.jillpilon.com

Custom Sofa and Tables:

Calibri Design

Accent Chair:

Carbon Chair at zuomod.ca

Standing Lamp:

Industrial Revolution on Granville St.

Floor Rug:

Interior Surfaces

Designer Secret:

Art should be hung for the use of the space. Hang at eye level in the living room or put art in a bookshelf to add a splash of color and interest.

Do you love your living room? A generation ago, this space was often off-limits to kids and the family pet, and reserved exclusively for adult guests and cherished heirlooms. With much relief, contemporary living has ushered out stuffy formality and replaced it with relaxed everyday comfort. When you’re ready to unwind, curl up with the Kindle, watch a sitcom or hang out with friends, the living room should be a place that can support relaxation and entertainment in a family-friendly setting, while also being a space to show off your style. Well-planned living rooms often require a little inspiration… Here’s a showcase of four fabulous living rooms, and insight from the interior designers who created these inviting yet lavish living room spaces. Want to know where to buy the essentials, what items to splurge on, how to arrange furniture to by Janine Mackie enhance conversation and the most up-to-date trends to bring your living room to 2013 and beyond? Step inside these local showhomes and discover the building blocks to great decor. “A young hip couple that loves to entertain,” was the personality profile designer Tara Wells of Portico Design Group was given as she styled the model home at ROXTON in Coquitlam’s Burke Mountain community. Obsessed with design, the developer Mosaic Homes has made their mark by creating homes that pack a lot of function into their square footage while also making a big design statement. “The furnishings are very Urban Modern,” describes Wells. “The living room has that fun downtown vibe, yet is extremely comfortable, without being presumptuous.” Taking centre stage is the oversized sectional in stylish neutral gray wool and injected with bold hits of tangerine orange on toss cushions and accent chairs. The look is absolutely ravishing against the warm tones of the maple wood coffee table. Local art and a custom-made clock are the creative touches needed to pull this dramatic space together. “This family can use the room for anything from kids’ play dates to dancing on New Years’ Eve,” says Wells. Multi-functional furniture equips this future friendly space. The sofa pieces move for flexible seating arrangements, the tables are on casters, and the brilliant accent chairs are light and mobile.

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