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VANCOUVER: PARK HIGHLIGHTS
Tuesday, August 7, 2018
What’s extraordinary about Belpark? The location; Belpark is just steps from over 133 acres of green space with Langara Golf Course to the north and Winona Park to the south. Nestled amongst the lush tree lined neighbourhood, these homes are set in a quiet location surrounded by greenery. We wanted...
VANCOUVER: INTERVIEW WITH BELPARK SITE SUPERINTENDENT - MATT BOUWMAN, AXIOM BUILDERS
Tuesday, August 7, 2018
We interviewed the Belpark site superintendent, Matt Bouwman. He gave us a look into the construction behind the “web wall” at Belpark. What was your first project with Intracorp? This is my first project with Intracorp but I live in a past Intracorp development, Highland Park, and I love...
COQUITLAM: EXPLORING TOWN CENTRE PARK
Tuesday, August 7, 2018
Located just 5 minutes by car or 20 minutes by transit from Aalto Townhomes lies Town Centre Park. With 103 acres to its name, Town Centre Park is one of Coquitlam’s most popular outdoor parks – especially in the summer. In 2017, Town Centre Park was recognized as the Greatest Public Space by the Ca...
COQUITLAM: DESIGN HIGHLIGHT - THE MARSHMALLOW SOFA
Tuesday, August 7, 2018
“You don’t think your way to creative work. You work your way to creative thinking.” – George Nelson George Nelson, one of the founders of American Modernism, created his furniture, as well as his studio, with the belief that design should be to “better the world”. He challenged the norms of industr...
RICHMOND: NEIGHBOURHOOD PRODUCE
Tuesday, August 7, 2018
Even though berry season is ending soon, don’t fret! With just under 40% of Richmond consisting of farmland, it is the perfect city to get some fresh produce. Late summer is the perfect time to start looking for fresh vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, beets and zucchini. Here are four fresh options...
RICHMOND: TOP SPOTS FOR COLD TREATS
Tuesday, August 7, 2018
With only a few weeks of summer left to go, it’s time to go out and take advantage of the sunny weather. When you’re ready to cool off, head to one of these four delicious dessert spots in Richmond! Snowy Village (8571 Alexandra Road) is a cute little spot that specializes in Bingsoo, a South Korean...
INTERVIEW: INTERIOR DESIGNER - BAHAR YILMAZ
Tuesday, August 7, 2018
What are your top design tips for fall and what trends are you seeing in interior design? It’s normal to see bolder designs in private homes or retail environments, but with condos, striking statements are not as common since a broader clientele inhabits these spaces. However, I see a shi...
INTRACORP INSIDER REALTOR: FRANK ZHOU
Monday, July 23, 2018
In our latest Insider Realtor blog, we’re excited to introduce you to Frank Zhou from Royal Pacific Realty. Frank has sold at our Belpark community in Vancouver, and we sat down with him to gain some insight into the feedback he receives from his clients. At what community did you sell your...
VANCOUVER: TOP 5 BIKING PATHS
Monday, June 11, 2018
Vancouver has been putting in bike lanes over the past 10 years – making it safer and more accessible for biking throughout the city. As one of the leading cities in Canada on this front, there are many bike routes available to us. We thought it would be fun to look at the routes with the best views...
IRVINE: THE RESIDENTIAL SIDE OF THE IBC
Friday, June 8, 2018
High rises and global HQs might be what the Irvine Business Complex (IBC) is best known for, but change is afoot in this urban pocket of Irvine. An exciting, uptown vibe is taking hold as C2E rides the crest of a new wave of approved residential housing here. The City of Irvine’s IBC Vision Plan all...
COSTA MESA: PHASE 2 NOW SELLING
Monday, May 14, 2018
MAY 2018 (COSTA MESA) The Place is now open and opened to overwhelming success during last weekend’s Grand Opening. Tour three professionally decorated model homes and experience the expansive fourth-floor rooftop Sky Suites. The Place is now releasing Phase 2 which includes some of the best locatio...
IRVINE: REAL ESTATE'S BEST KEPT SECRET
Tuesday, May 1, 2018
It’s no secret that Irvine is one of Southern California’s most desirable communities in which to live. Boasting a hot job market, an up-and-coming tech scene, top-notch Tustin School District, countless entertainment options, safety and a central Orange County location, Irvine was the city with the...
RICHMOND: MILKCOW BUSINESS FEATURE
Friday, April 13, 2018
The much-loved global chain Milkcow opened the doors to its firs Canadian location in Richmond this January. Ever since opening, this has been the hot-spot in the sweet scene and in very high demand. Milkcow is the fastest growing ice cream chain in Asia because of its treats – not to mention the br...
RICHMOND: EXPLORING IONA BEACH AT SUNSET
Friday, April 13, 2018
Iona Island in Richmond was formerly an Island, but now has become a connected peninsula jutting out of Sea Island. This area includes Iona Beach Regional Park – which is just north and west of the Vancouver International Airport. As Spring is in full swing and the weather gets nicer, Iona beach is...
COQUITLAM: BURNABY LAKE PARK NEIGHBOURHOOD FEATURE
Friday, April 13, 2018
Just a 10-minute drive from Nelson on Foster, Burnaby Lake Park is the perfect place to connect with nature without leaving the city. If you have a love for the outdoors, this is just for you. How far would you go to experience a park that holds a wildlife sanctuary, a lookout point, a cricket match...
VANCOUVER: MILLTOWN BAR AND GRILL RESTAURANT FEATURE
Friday, April 13, 2018
Photo: @milltown_bar A relatively newer restaurant located on the outskirts of Marpole, Milltown Bar & Grill is a distinct neighbourhood bar situated on it’s own island in the Fraser River. With two unique patios on either side of their red-barn building – this restaurant is in high demand on s...
ISSAQUAH: LOFTY SCHOOL RATINGS
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
For folks considering heading to the hills (quite literally) east of Seattle, Issaquah ticks off a lot of boxes, including access to recreation, low crime rates, and—most important for many—extraordinary schools. The Issaquah School District ranks #4 out of 236 districts in Washington State, accord...
INTRACORP INSIDER REALTOR: FREDDY HUANG
Tuesday, March 20, 2018
In our latest Insider Realtor blog, we’re excited to introduce you to Freddy Huang from Sutton Group – West Coast Realty. Freddy has sold Intracorp Homes for a few years now and we sat down with him to gain some insight into the feedback he receives from his clients. 1. At what community did you sel...
WASHINGTON: THE ISSAQUAH ALPS
Monday, March 12, 2018
Issaquah is one of the closest towns to the iconic Cascade Mountain range which runs pretty much the entire length of Washington state from Canada to the Columbia River valley. Community boosters even refer to these summits as “the Issaquah Alps”, though you’ll never confuse Poo Poo Point (yes, that...
SEATTLE: FIND SERENITY IN SOUTH SEATTLE BEACHES
Wednesday, March 7, 2018
To Seattleites, Mt. Rainer stands as a natural totem of beauty, of majesty, and sense of place. Its changing colors and cloud-wreathed flanks are almost a mood indicator of the city’s well-being. Fiery alpenglow on its pristine glaciers can literally take one’s breath away, and magically turn a chal...
SEATTLE: LINK TRANSIT CONNECTS SOUTH SEATTLE TO DOWNTOWN AND SEA-TAC
Wednesday, March 7, 2018
Progressive cities like Seattle are embracing improved public transit to reduce freeway gridlock, lessen tailpipe emissions, and to facilitate efficient access to downtown and employment hubs throughout the region. Neighborhoods served by new transit projects are revitalized thanks to inexpensive an...
IRVINE: 7 REALLY COOL COMPANIES TO WORK FOR
Thursday, March 1, 2018
These companies are cool as a cucumber. Those of us who have not yet won the lottery, inherited a sizeable trust or sold off a top market start-up are most likely trying to find the best work gig we can land. Lucky for you, Irvine has a great looking job market thanks to some extraordinary companies...
VANCOUVER: OAKRIDGE OFFERINGS
Thursday, March 1, 2018
A relatively young area, Oakridge is consistently evolving and growing as a community with many features to offer. Although adding a lush and peaceful atmosphere to the surrounding area, the Langara Golf course is not the only asset of the neighbourhood. This area is full of local gems, including sh...
VANCOUVER: BELPARK DESIGN WITH SCOTT TREPP
Wednesday, February 28, 2018
Belpark, our coveted community nestled amongst the tree lined neighbourhood of West 59th and Alberta street, was designed and detailed by Trepp Design, an interior design team with a portfolio of inventive, and iconic projects. Belpark is one of these projects – with sophisticated and signatur...
VANCOUVER: VALENTINE'S DAY SPOTS
Wednesday, February 14, 2018
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and for some figuring out plans can make it a stressful time. Do you face the crowds and go out to dinner? Do you even address the day at all? Valentine’s is supposed to be fun. It’s a time when you can celebrate the love you have for partners an...
SEATTLE: JUST MINUTES FROM EVERYWHERE
Wednesday, January 31, 2018
Location, Location, Location—you’re probably tired of hearing that realtor’s adage around house buying, especially since you can be texting your daughter while sitting in a doctor’s office waiting or working on a complex document via Slack. Does location really matter these days? Well, it certainly...
IRVINE: BUYING VS. RENTING IN CALIFORNIA
Wednesday, January 31, 2018
The decision to buy or rent a home is complex. Factors such as age, lifestyle, income, real estate investment goals and interests rates should all play a role in helping you decide if buying a home is the right move for you or if you’re better off renting. 4 Instances When It’s Better to Buy Than Re...
COQUITLAM: CELEBRATING THE YEAR OF THE DOG
Tuesday, January 30, 2018
Lunar New Year is the most important date in the traditional Chinese calendar. While China observes the Gregorian world calendar of one year consisting of 365 days), Chinese people from around the world celebrate the traditional Chinese New Year as well. The New Moon that falls between winter solsti...
COQUITLAM: I HEART COQUITLAM
Thursday, January 25, 2018
Unless you’re the kind of guy who likes paying triple the usual cost for flowers, creating a successful Valentine’s Day means actually planning in advance. If all goes according to plan, you will be a romantic hero and there will be a wonderful reward at the end of the day. Let’s begin with the basi...
SEATTLE: EXPLORING THE CRAFT BEER SCENE
Thursday, January 25, 2018
Nothing says “up and coming neighborhood” or “urban revitalization” quite like the opening of a tap house pouring an ever-rotating selection of locally brewed IPAs or “session ales”. Throughout the Pacific Northwest, The Original Growler Guys (8500 Lake City Way) are synonymous with sourcing and pou...