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SEATTLE: LITTLE SAIGON IS GOING STRONG
Monday, September 21, 2020
It’s good to have friends — especially visionary ones who want things to be prosperous for you now and into the future. That’s the mission of Friends of Little Saigon, a grassroots organization made up of residents and businesspeople from the cool, dynamic (and delicious) Vietnamese pocket of Seatt...
THE BEST NEIGHBOR: SAN PEDRO SQUARE MARKET
Monday, September 21, 2020
It’s not every day you can live two blocks from your town’s best event hub — but you can with The Julian in San Jose. This community of studios, 1 & 2-bed homes is walkably close to the San Pedro Square Market. And, whoa, is there fun to be had. Don’t think of it as a market, per se — th...
Austin: The Perfect Day in downtown Austin according to Urbanspace's Kevin Burns
Wednesday, September 16, 2020
Known as Austin’s High-Rise King, and Urbanspace’s beloved CEO and Founder, Kevin Burns has helped shape the Austin skyline for over 20 years now with the 20th anniversary of Urbanspace. Featured in Tribeza’s Summer 2020 Issue, Burns shows off his expertise of the downtown Aust...
METROTOWN SMALL BUSINESS FEATURE - SOFT PEAKS
Tuesday, September 15, 2020
Address: 115-4603, Kingsway, Burnaby Instagram: @softpeaksicecream Did someone say ice cream? Soft Peaks is Vancouver’s first organic soft serve ice cream parlour and a local favourite. They are ranked as having some of the best ice cream in Vancouver and for good reason. With growing demand...
JOIN THE CLUB: INTRACORP'S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS
Friday, September 11, 2020
There is nothing better than curling up with a good book, especially once the weather gets cooler. Cozy up at home with a blanket and enjoy spending time relaxing with a good read. Whether you prefer fiction, non-fiction or just admiring beautiful coffee table books, we have put together a list of...
COQUITLAM: BEST HIKING TRAILS
Wednesday, September 9, 2020
In Coquitlam, you don’t have to travel far to find some of the best hiking trails in the lower mainland. While most people are familiar with the Coquitlam Crunch, there are many other local hiking trails for you to explore. Immerse yourself in nature, marvel at breathtaking viewpoints, and explore...
TRI-CITIES SMALL BUSINESS FEATURE - PIZZERIA SPACCA NAPOLI
Friday, September 4, 2020
Address: 2801 St Johns St, Port Moody Instagram: @pizzeriaspacca If you are looking to satisfy a craving for pizza, Pizzeria Spacca Napoli in Port Moody is the place to go. This family owned and operated pizzeria has some of the best authentic Neapolitan pizza in the Tri-Cities. All of their...
VANCOUVER: INDEPENDENT INTERIOR DESIGN STORES WE LOVE
Wednesday, September 2, 2020
Looking to update some of the furniture or décor items in your home? Why not support local by visiting some of Vancouver’s best independent interior design stores! Changing up the furniture in your home or adding in some fun décor items will give your space a fresh new feel. Parliament – 1...
New 'Coquitlam Crunch' alternative unveiled in Coquitlam at Aalto Townhomes community
Monday, August 31, 2020
A new linear park tucked into a Coquitlam development has been unveiled by the city. Durant Linear Park is the latest park to join the city’s network of 110 parks and 90 kilometres of trail. But it’s not your average park. Gone are the wide-open spaces seen at the city’s larger green space...
A QUICK HOP TO SHOP: SHOPPING NEAR AMPLIFI
Thursday, July 16, 2020
Does anyone really need an excuse to shop? We didn’t think so! Near Amplifi, you’ll find lots of convenient and interesting shopping venues. The cute boutiques all along Harbor Blvd. downtown have consignment stores, specialty boutiques, and best yet, lots of great places to grab lunch wi...
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS CHOOSE SHORELINE
Tuesday, July 14, 2020
As quality of life goes, the Seattle area measures off the charts. And inside this winning region are certain suburbs garnering the lion’s share of attention, drawing young people with bright futures and kids & dogs on the horizon. That neighborhood? Shoreline. Why are so many young professi...
36 MILLION DOLLAR TOWNHOMES COMING TO NEWPORT BEACH
Thursday, June 25, 2020
A former Irvine Co. apartment complex in Newport Beach is being demolished to make room for 36 million-dollar townhomes. Two Newport Beach-based companies, investor IHP Capital Partners and builder Intracorp, are constructing The Isle at Mariner Shores near the intersection of Irvine Avenue and...
SEATTLE: PHO’CIFIC NORTHWEST: OG PHO IS HERE
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
If your go-to method of coping with our grey, rainy, downright gloomy weather is to tuck into a fragrant, steaming bowl of pho, you’re not alone. Especially if your favorite spot is Pho Bac Sup Shop in Little Saigon. This wildly popular place is hopping for four solid reasons: #1. It’s the origi...
SEATTLE: LIGHT RAIL + SHORELINE = SMART PLANNING
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
It’s all the rage to live ‘in the moment’ these days. But there’s also genuine brillance in looking ahead to the best area to live right now that’s going to be even better in the next few years. That place is Shoreline — and that game-changing new amenity is the Link Light Rail Extension, which...
INTRACORP AND IHP CAPITAL PARTNERS ANNOUNCE JOINT VENTURE
Monday, June 15, 2020
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Two leading Newport Beach-based real estate firms are joining forces to create one of only a few new housing opportunities in the city over the past five years. IHP Capital Partners and Intracorp today announced a joint venture for the in-fill devel...
GREEN THUMB FEATURE: INDOOR GARDENING TIPS
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Adding indoor plants to your space is a great way to give your home a fresh new feel. Plants are a great décor option that bring a bit of nature inside. However, caring for indoor plants can sometimes be a bit difficult. Here are some of our top tips for caring for your indoor plants: 1. Choo...
DESIGN FEATURE: TURNING YOUR 2ND BEDROOM INTO A WORK (AND WORKOUT) SPACE
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
We’ve given our two-bedroom display home a brand-new look over the past month. As more people get used to working (and working out) from home, we wanted to show how you can create a perfect space to do both in your home at Maywood. We collaborated with Saint Lunette to showcase how the 2nd bedroom...
SMALL BUSINESS FEATURE: MON PARIS PATISSERIE
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
4396 Beresford St, Burnaby This bakery is one of the best in the Metrotown area and an Intracorp favourite. These days, it is important to support small businesses such as Mon Paris Patisserie. So, for anything from a special occasion to a sweet tooth craving, we recommend checking them out. Af...
RAINEY STREET CONDO HIGH-RISE SECURES CONSTRUCTION LOAN
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
MSD Partners LP and Little Rock, Arkansas-based Bank OZK are providing $194 million in construction financing for the 44 East condominium tower being built in Austin’s Rainey Street district, the project’s developer said in a May 27 announcement. The 49-story tower developed by Vanco...
RPP II & III: EXTRAORDINARY AMENITIES
Friday, May 1, 2020
At Intracorp we pride ourselves on building extraordinary homes and communities and at RPP II & III, the amenity space is just that – extraordinary. There are so many different aspects to the amenity spaces at RPP II & III for you to enjoy. Please stay tuned for more information on when the...
DESIGN FEATURE: SPRING INTERIOR DESIGN TIPS
Friday, May 1, 2020
Spring is here which means that it is time to switch up your home décor. Making small changes to any space can be a refreshing start to the new season. Here are some of our top tips for getting your home ready for spring. Capture Light As the weather improves and the sun sets late...
SEATTLE: AS GOOD AS GOLD
Thursday, April 2, 2020
What do you do when your team’s project wins a Golden Nugget Award — think: The Academy Awards of the building industry — for Best Multifamily Community? You find a way to join forces again to create more exceptional homes, this time in Beacon Hill. Rally was Intracorp’s recent collaboration wi...
COQUITLAM: HOME OFFICE AT AALTO TOWNHOMES
Friday, March 27, 2020
With working from home becoming the new norm, many of us are looking to find a space in our home with limited distractions. It is important to dedicate a separate space for work, so it’s easier to stay productive and avoid distractions that come with working from home. Our 4-bed townhomes...
BURNABY: SUPPORT FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
Thursday, March 19, 2020
Small businesses are an incredibly important part of every community. Anyone who has walked into their local mom-and-pop bakery, coffee shop, or grocer knows that there is a greater sense of familiarity and comfort that you just can’t get in larger commercial chain stores. Perhaps you have been a l...
BURNABY: AT-HOME ACTIVITES
Thursday, March 19, 2020
During times of uncertainty where social distancing is incredibly important, it can be hard to find ways to stay busy at home. So, we put together a list of 10 fun things to do in your own home. 1. Read a book It’s important to take breaks from looking at your phone, TV, or computer screen. R...
COQUITLAM: TOP FITNESS STUDIOS
Monday, March 2, 2020
If you are looking for ways to stay fit, there are plenty of fitness studios Coquitlam to choose from. From yoga and barre classes to cross fit and circuit studios, you are sure to find something to suit your fitness goals. The best part? All of these studios are just a short distance away from Aal...
COQUITLAM: BRUNCH IS ALWAYS A GOOD IDEA
Monday, March 2, 2020
Ahh brunch, who doesn’t love it? Over the years Coquitlam has become known for its brunch spots. With so many options close by, it is just another reason to love living at Aalto Townhomes. Here are our recommendations: The Coquitlam Grill At the Coquitlam Grill, delicious food is just a sh...
BURNABY: INTERVIEW WITH KYLE WRIGHT, SENIOR DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Thursday, February 27, 2020
In this industry insider feature, we are pleased to introduce you to Kyle Wright, Intracorp’s Senior Development Manager. Kyle oversees all development aspects of Maywood on the Park. We sat down with him to chat all about this extraordinary community. 1.What will homeowners like most about livi...
SEATTLE: CONNECT WITH THE CHIEF SEALTH TRAIL
Thursday, February 27, 2020
If you’re craving the excitement of urban life with plenty of nature close at hand, we offer you the perfect pairing: The Chief Sealth Trail is within easy reach of Intracorp’s newest home community of Contempo in Seattle’s popular Beacon Hill neighborhood. This paved four-mile trail runs from...
VANCOUVER: CONTINUED SUPPORT FOR COVENANT HOUSE
Wednesday, February 19, 2020
For over 20 years Covenant House Vancouver has been a safe haven for homeless and at-risk youth in Vancouver. The Intracorp Foundation is proud to commit $48,000 in support of Covenant House’s Housing Program. We had the chance to speak with Jessica Thompson, Manager, Organizational & A...