{"id":14798,"date":"2018-02-20T13:11:00","date_gmt":"2018-02-20T18:11:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sothebysrealty.ca\/insightblog\/?p=14798"},"modified":"2018-03-29T00:33:50","modified_gmt":"2018-03-29T04:33:50","slug":"modern-condos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sothebysrealty.ca\/insightblog\/en\/2018\/02\/20\/modern-condos\/","title":{"rendered":"Dream Homes: Modern Condos"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-qsid=\"4116\">\n<blockquote>\n<p data-qeid=\"52552094\">Cities across Canada demand to be seen. Be that by shopping in downtown Toronto, a bike ride along Vancouver&#8217;s lush seawall, or by meandering beside the river in Calgary; they steal hearts with their bustle, eco-consciousness, and culture.<\/p>\n<p>Where better, then, to soak in the sights and sounds than a high-end condo? This curated collection offers inspiration to those in search of a refined city hotspot to call home.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<div class=\"quietly-widget-list\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/quietly-image-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/item_57284_320px_83a28d93e6814e998da28c565aa3bb22.jpeg\"><heading><\/p>\n<h1>Dream Homes: Modern Condos<\/h1>\n<p>By Andrea Gamboa-Araiza<\/p>\n<p><\/heading><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h2>#2305 1410 1 Street SE, Calgary, AB<\/h2>\n<p>By Andrea Gamboa-Araiza<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h2>#2305 1410 1 Street SE, Calgary, AB<\/h2>\n<p>By Andrea Gamboa-Araiza<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h2>#2305 1410 1 Street SE, Calgary, AB<\/h2>\n<p>By Andrea Gamboa-Araiza<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h2>#2305 1410 1 Street SE, Calgary, AB<\/h2>\n<p>By Andrea Gamboa-Araiza<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/www.quiet.ly\/static\/js\/embed-load.js?id=G1CwQuPc996SHlcUYxmQ3woulaVmXyRberwAR1G31CE&#038;qeid=14463862&#038;settingsId=1&#038;maxwidth=500&#038;format=json&#038;maxheight=750&#038;height=450&#038;dnt=1&#038;type=slideshow&#038;width=1000\"><\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h2 data-qeid=\"73701562\">Victoria Park, Calgary<\/h2>\n<p data-qeid=\"95175309\">Loft-style living awaits in this amenity-rich <a href=\"https:\/\/sothebysrealty.ca\/en\/property\/alberta\/calgary-and-foothills-real-estate\/calgary\/233600\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-qeid=\"a1\">penthouse<\/a>. You may never have to leave a building where every whim is satiated by the high-end gym, billiards, lounge, and hot tub\u2014and more. An unrivalled panorama awaits on the balcony, with Calgary&#8217;s green neighbourhoods stretching outwards, framed by the Rockies in the distance.<\/p>\n<p data-qeid=\"53646518\">Time spent in the spacious, open-plan kitchen is time well spent in the company of state-of-the-art features: granite countertops, a five-burner Bertazzoni gas oven, flat-panel ebony stained cabinets, and metallic tile backsplash complete the modern look.<\/p>\n<p>The final piece of the puzzle is the four-piece ensuite bathroom, where hectic days fizzle away in the depths of the whirlpool bath.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.quiet.ly\/list\/share\/kY1J7PKtHSHhHGEYYSaS9hTphFzT3HromuLWGy3l8Ag?qeid=14146014&#038;settingsId=1&#038;width=1000&#038;height=450&#038;type=slideshow\">https:\/\/www.quiet.ly\/list\/share\/kY1J7PKtHSHhHGEYYSaS9hTphFzT3HromuLWGy3l8Ag?qeid=14146014&amp;settingsId=1&amp;width=1000&amp;height=450&amp;type=slideshow<\/a><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h2 data-qeid=\"62781511\">Queens Quay, Toronto<\/h2>\n<p data-qeid=\"38602487\">What sets this condo apart? Let\u2019s start with the chic white and wood accents, 17-foot ceilings, and lakefront access. But this <a href=\"https:\/\/sothebysrealty.ca\/en\/property\/ontario\/greater-toronto-area-real-estate\/toronto\/245991\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-qeid=\"a2\">two-storey penthouse\u2019s<\/a> crowning glory is an unbeatable location. It&#8217;s just steps from the Rogers Centre, the city\u2019s finest shopping options, and a wealth of nightlife venues.<\/p>\n<p>While the decor may be modern, the view of the lake from every room is timeless\u2014the perfect backdrop to accompany a glass of wine after a full day.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.quiet.ly\/list\/share\/RupAm8B6tXC1QLksLqiS1CyLBicQBkWez0jhpPc0yv0?qeid=1845062&#038;settingsId=1&#038;width=1000&#038;height=450&#038;type=slideshow\">https:\/\/www.quiet.ly\/list\/share\/RupAm8B6tXC1QLksLqiS1CyLBicQBkWez0jhpPc0yv0?qeid=1845062&amp;settingsId=1&amp;width=1000&amp;height=450&amp;type=slideshow<\/a><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h2 data-qeid=\"99675500\">Nuns&#8217; Island, Montreal<\/h2>\n<p data-qeid=\"39959750\">See Montreal at its finest. That&#8217;s the ethos of this ultra-modern <a href=\"https:\/\/sothebysrealty.ca\/en\/property\/quebec\/montreal-real-estate\/verdun-ile-des-soeurs\/217915\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-qeid=\"a3\">Montreal penthouse<\/a>, with over 4,000 square feet of floor-to-ceiling windows to let the world outside, in. But the true charm of this condo lies within the environmental design and thoughtful material selection.<\/p>\n<p>The geothermal building works to reduce the eco-footprint of luxury. And with both indoor and outdoor pools, a sauna, fitness centre, steam room, and spa, you&#8217;ll be able to enjoy that luxury with a sense of wellness.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.quiet.ly\/list\/share\/wgrq0uchyJ8Dwo7VUbhGUbzmQXbpG2BK07Ko3bqCpq8?qeid=93844017&#038;settingsId=1&#038;width=1000&#038;height=450&#038;type=slideshow\">https:\/\/www.quiet.ly\/list\/share\/wgrq0uchyJ8Dwo7VUbhGUbzmQXbpG2BK07Ko3bqCpq8?qeid=93844017&amp;settingsId=1&amp;width=1000&amp;height=450&amp;type=slideshow<\/a><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h2 data-qeid=\"24170381\">West Vancouver, Vancouver<\/h2>\n<p data-qeid=\"88849932\">This <a href=\"https:\/\/sothebysrealty.ca\/en\/property\/british-columbia\/greater-vancouver-real-estate\/west-vancouver\/236048\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-qeid=\"a4\">west coast beauty<\/a> is situated in coveted West Vancouver; the downtown core is only a quick drive over the iconic Lion&#8217;s Gate bridge. Here, a slower pace of life plays in contrast to the wealth of activity options offered by nearby mountains and parks.<\/p>\n<p>This smart-home features high-efficiency appliances, as well as automated lighting, and a sound system with built-in speakers. Retire from a day&#8217;s work in the airy, bright living room\u2014or rinse off in the five-piece ensuite bathroom, complete with marble countertops and an inviting soaker tub.<\/p>\n<p data-qeid=\"52332200\">Have the best of both worlds. Enjoy all the trappings of city living without compromising on luxury with these one-of-a-kind condos.<\/p>\n<p data-qeid=\"42593096\"><em>Trying to decide which neighbourhood in your city is right for you? Read on to find out what makes these the highest valued\u2014and most sought-after\u2014neighbourhoods in <a href=\"https:\/\/sothebysrealty.ca\/insightblog\/2017\/11\/01\/vancouvers-highest-valued-neighbourhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-qeid=\"a7\">Vancouver<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/sothebysrealty.ca\/insightblog\/2017\/11\/01\/montreals-highest-valued-neighbourhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-qeid=\"a6\">Montreal<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/sothebysrealty.ca\/insightblog\/2017\/10\/31\/calgarys-highest-valued-neighbourhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-qeid=\"a5\">Calgary<\/a>. <\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cities across Canada demand to be seen. 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