Bold Design Meets Modern Living
A Striking New Duplex Redefines Urban Style
Striking and distinctive modern duplex in the heart of Vancouver’s Grandview Woodland neighbourhood.
About
Our Averra team is thrilled to announce the completion of two high-quality homes with exceptional design and craftsmanship. During a final walkthrough, a passerby perfectly described the project as “a beautiful combination of West Coast contemporary with a traditional flare; a perfect addition to our neighborhood.”
Designed by the talented MA+HG Architects, these bold residences make a striking statement while offering practical, smart living spaces, ideal for families and couples alike.
The top floor of each home boasts a principal bedroom with vaulted ceilings, a generous walk-in closet, and a spacious ensuite. The second floor provides additional bedrooms, bathrooms, and office space, ensuring ample room for comfort and functionality.
On the main floor, the open-concept design of the kitchen, dining, and living areas is flooded with natural light, accentuated by brushed white oak flooring. The kitchens are equipped with Fisher Paykel appliances, concrete countertops, and gas ranges, making them perfect for both casual meals and entertaining.
Each residence enjoys the luxury of private outdoor green space, providing homeowners with a peaceful retreat. Additionally, both homes come with private garages, offering parking, additional storage, and roughed-in electric vehicle (EV) charging capabilities.
The Garden Drive Duplex Residences are conveniently located just a short walk from the vibrant Commercial Drive and the charming shopping and dining spots along Victoria Drive, including favorites like Via Tevere Pizzeria and Figaros Garden.
This project stands as another successful example of gentle densification in Vancouver, BC, blending modern elegance with neighborhood charm.
Benefits Of Duplexes
- Increased Rental Income: Live in one unit and rent out the other to generate passive income, helping offset mortgage payments or other expenses.
- Cost-Effective: Typically more affordable than purchasing two separate homes, making it a great option for multi-generational families or investors.
- Shared Maintenance: Homeowners can share maintenance costs and responsibilities between the two units, reducing overall upkeep expenses.
- Versatility: Duplexes offer flexible living options, whether for extended family, renting one side, or using both units as an investment property.
- Potential Tax Benefits: Owners may qualify for tax deductions on mortgage interest, property taxes, and other expenses related to the rental unit.
- Privacy and Independence: Duplexes provide separate living spaces with private entrances, giving residents privacy while still sharing the same building.
- Opportunity to Build Equity: Duplexes can appreciate in value, allowing homeowners to build equity while benefiting from additional income.
- Customizable: Offers the ability to design and customize both units to suit personal preferences, ensuring that each side reflects individual style and needs.
- Great for First-Time Homebuyers: Duplexes provide an opportunity for first-time buyers to enter the market with the added benefit of rental income to help manage mortgage payments.
- Increased Market Appeal: Duplexes attract a wide range of potential buyers or tenants, including families, couples, or individuals seeking multi-generational living arrangements.
Collaborators
- Surveyors | LNLS Metro Vancouver
- Architect & Interior Design| MA + HG Architects
- Energy Advisor | Capital Home Energy
- Arborist | Diamond Head Consulting
- Demolition & Excavation | Kingsman Excavating
- Forms & Framing | Anvil West
- Mechanical & HVAC | Thomson Industries
- Plumbing | CRO Plumbing
- Millwork | Alpha Millwork
- Tile | Amirite Tile
- Flooring | Casa Madera
- Windows | Morrison Windows
- Doors | Terra Doors