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764 Rockcliffe Place in Kelowna is an architectural marvel that blends luxury with engineering precision. The home features polished concrete and steel, offering breathtaking views of Lake Okanagan. With spacious living areas, high-end kitchen appliances, a pool deck, and a stunning car garage equipped with a vehicle elevator, the property embodies both elegance and functionality. The residence offers a seamless connection to the outdoors, making it an ideal retreat for luxury living.

A luxurious 4-bedroom estate located at 8836 Stonington Road in Vernon, British Columbia, is listed for $3,697,500. Overlooking Okanagan Lake, this gated property offers a fusion of privacy and style with potential for expansion, including options for a guest house or pickleball court. The home features a contemporary West Coast design, a gourmet kitchen, an entertainer's basement, an outdoor living area with a pool, and exclusive access to a private dock and beach. Additionally, the property is equipped with eco-friendly features and future-proof designs.

The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) is constructing a new Ironworker Tower on its campus in Burnaby, B.C., to replace the existing multi-storey, structural steel training facility. The tower is integral to ironworker programs and involves students assembling and dismantling it as part of their training capstone project. This initiative aims to enhance the hands-on learning experience for students.

Global Education Communities is developing two rental-housing projects near the new Oakridge shopping centre in Vancouver. The projects will benefit from their proximity to Canada Line rapid-transit stations, catering to student housing demands and a broader multi-family rental market. Construction on the first project, GEC Oakridge, is underway and expected to complete by mid-2027, while the second project, GEC Langara, is still in the city approval process. Both developments are part of a broader collaboration with Pomerleau Capital to deliver an $800-million student-housing portfolio across Metro Vancouver.

Nak’azdli Development Corp. and Deadwood Innovations have created a new prefabricated home model in Canada that uses mass timber panels made from local lumber, aiming to address housing shortages in remote and rural communities. The Timber House project leverages local resources and involves collaborations with academic institutions to enhance affordable and sustainable housing solutions. The expedited construction process involves producing panels in controlled environments during winter to speed up assembly in summer. The initiative also revitalizes local sawmills by transforming low-quality timber into high-quality components.

Holborn Group has revealed plans for four towers in downtown Vancouver, designed by Henriquez Partners Architects. The development will include 1,939 homes, 920 hotel suites, and a host of public amenities, incorporating unique Pacific Northwest architectural inspirations. One of the towers, a 68-story hotel, will become Vancouver's first supertall building at 1,034 ft, making it the tallest structure in British Columbia. The project aims to include substantial public spaces, such as a public plaza and a rooftop observation deck with free access.

The Construction Plastics Initiative (CPI) Benchmarking Study by Vancouver-based Light House assesses plastic waste management in Canadian construction projects. It highlights that plastics are often under-tracked and under-managed, calling for better reporting and recycling practices. The study aims to guide the industry towards a circular economy, supported by initiatives like pilot programs in British Columbia. It suggests that plastic diversion rates could eclipse 80% with improved practices and partnerships.

The West Vancouver council has decided to uphold a demolition order for a structure built without proper authorization on a property valued at $6.7 million. Kamran Gerami, who was involved in the construction, defended the project by stating that it was conducted by the book. Despite these claims, the council remains firm in their decision against the unauthorized structure. The case highlights issues within construction compliance and local government regulations.

Sightline Properties has proposed a major redevelopment near Vancouver's Renfrew SkyTrain station, involving four mixed-use high-rise residential towers with 1,959 homes. This development, the first under the city's new Rupert and Renfrew Station Area Plan, aims to integrate transit-oriented density with sustainable design features. The project, spanning 133,000 square feet, will include both condominium and rental units, along with retail spaces, and will be constructed in phases. The towers will range from 39 to 45 storeys, with a portion of the housing being below-market rental units.

UBC-Okanagan intends to replace the damaged building in Kelowna due to an ethical obligation. Upon completion, a land swap agreement will take place between the city and the university. UBC-O will acquire the Hadgraft-Wilson property, and the city will assume ownership of the new site. This project marks a collaboration aimed at the strategic use of urban space.

Beedie, a real estate developer, submitted a revised design for a controversial project at 105 Keefer Street in Vancouver's Chinatown. The project has faced significant public opposition and regulatory challenges, including previous rejections and a legal battle with the city. The updated nine-storey proposal, designed by architect James Cheng, includes 133 residential units, retail space, and a social services center, aiming to address earlier critiques. The city is currently accepting public feedback, with a decision from the Development Permit Board expected in October 2025.

The Chief George Leonard Building is a multi-unit Indigenous housing development in Vancouver, known for its use of mass timber, modular and prefabricated construction, and robotic technology. It meets Passivhaus standards, making it energy efficient and sustainable. The project addresses Indigenous social housing needs and was unanimously approved by the Vancouver City Council in the spring of 2021. Located at 1766 Frances Street, it exemplifies innovative and sustainable building practices.