Gina Rossi - Blog Articles

New listing - Unique Yaletown Penthouse at The Pinnacle

2012-05-28T18:51:48Z

I've just listed this super unique Yaletown penthouse corner unit at The Pinnacle. This is a true penthouse unit, 36 stories high, inside over 2 levels with an incredible private roof top deck.

The roof top deck is about 700 square feet with extraordinary views of the city, mountains, water... everything. Views are to the north, south, and east.

Inside is a large two bedroom city home, with unique features and layout. Vaulted ceilings in some rooms are very dramatic and complement the recent renovation very nicely.

The renovations are what you'd expect for a penthouse downtown with stone countertops, custom built-ins, fashionable colour story, european inspired bathrooms, etc.

This awesome penthouse comes with lots of storage in suite, an external storage locker, and two parking spaces. And yes, you can install a hot tub with strata approval.

There's lots more to like:

Check it out on my listings page...

Coast Modern - DOXA film screening Sunday on west coast contemporary from California into Cascadia

2012-05-12T17:29:37Z

From the DOXA web site:

Filmmakers Michael Bernard and Gavin Froome’s exquisitely cool film glides through the sleek interiors, and lush gardens of some of the most stunning examples of modernist architecture from Vancouver, San Francisco, Portland, and Seattle. But these houses are not museums—they’re homes for families and real people. In the words of Arthur Erikson: “Honesty was the rallying cry of early modernists and they reduced everything to absolute essentials.” The film traces the emergence of the modernist movement from its first incarnations in 1922 through to current day. Featuring interviews with architects and cultural critics, including a memorable turn from Douglas Coupland, Coast Modernpays particularly sharp attention to cultural values embodied in architectural form. –DW

Tickets are sold out currently, but there may be some available at the door. Check it out here.

Just listed: Contemporary Mt. Pleasant Apartment - Awesome layout and outlook

2012-04-28T21:37:08Z

I've just listed a great apartment at 308 - 607 East 8th Avenue, in Vancouver. It has one of the best one bedroom layouts I've seen. It's also beautifully renovated.

The location is pretty excellent too... Within walking distance of everything on Main Street. You can also easily walk to Commercial Drive from this location. The walkscore rates at 90/100 compared to all other addresses in North America. You can find the walkscore on the listing in my listings page.

Another attribute worth mentioning is the very pleasant outlook from the suite. It faces south and west, and from the 3rd floor the streetscape looks and feels very good. Mature trees have grown up the level of the suite providing privacy and an overall greeness.

There's lots more to it. Check it out on my listings page.

Just listed: 2229 West 13th Avenue, Vancouver, BC

2012-04-23T20:22:06Z

I've just listed a super cute townhouse in Kitsilano. This is a two bedroom, two bathroom, two level home with two separate entrances. It's southwest facing on the corner of a character four-plex.

The upstairs has an excellent open plan bedroom and master en-suite. A really large walk-in shower with double heads and seamless glass is very nice. There is even a fireplace in the bedroom. Natural light pours in from the skylights.

On the main floor, there's an open plan kitchen/ living/ dining room with very high vaulted ceilings over the living room fireplace. A very nice treed outlook onto West 13th.

You can check it out on my listings page, lots of photos and all the stats.

Sneak Peek - #309 - 345 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver, BC

2012-03-26T18:06:22Z

Nestled on the 10th Avenue bike route is this perfect little one bedroom apartment. The location is excellent, just a block away from City Hall and the Cambie/ Broadway Skytrain.

The building is exceptionally well maintained, evident the moment you walk up to the door. Everything is in excellent condition.

The apartment has been nicely maintained too. You'll find newer floors, an updated kitchen, tiles, bathroom fixtures, etc.

There is a nice little balcony just off the living room too. Also, one parking space is included, as is a storage locker.

This is pretty much unbeatable value for the location, size, and condition of the suite and overall building.

More to come on my listings page.

Just Listed - Fraser Supercharmer - 5040 Chester Street, Vancouver

2012-03-19T06:38:48Z

This is a super-cute house that has been updated with great care. You'll find a really great mix of character elements and the contemporary.

There is a completely new upper level built into the attic, with a bedroom, a den and a bathroom. The basement level is unifinished, but is roughed in for electrical and plumbing. There are a lot of options.

The main floor is beautiful, with a contemporary kitchen with custom millwork, super nice FisherPaykel appliances, everything you'd expect in a modern high-end kitchen. Other features include heritage reclaimed windows/ transoms, original refinished fir and reclaimed/ remilled fir flooring, exposed brick, gas fireplace, etc.

The location is tough to beat, just a block or so east of Fraser around 33rd Avenue. From here you can walk to Fraser and Main shops and amenities.

The lot faces west with the rear facing east. It sits on a higher part of the landscape, so the east and north views are quite big. There's a really cool cedar deck just off the kitchen that showcases these views. The garden is beautifully developed and just starting to spring into life again.

The house has been structurally updated, with new drain tile, joists and rafters, insulation, electrical, plumbing, you name it... There are more details on my listings page.

This is a super duper house that deserves your attention. If you're like me and you appreciate a unique build with quality materials, done with much love and thought, then you'd likely appreciate what this house has to offer.

Check it out on my listings page.

New Listing - #106 - 319 East 7th Avenue, Vancouver - Scotia Place

2012-03-12T23:05:04Z

I'm listing a super 2 bedroom Mt. Pleasant apartment with a huge bonus garden patio at Scotia Place. It's a great perk for the exclusive use of the owner of this suite, with about 675 extra sqft of deck, garden, and landscaped beds. It also faces south, with a very pleasant treed outlook.

Inside the apartment is very nice indeed. Completely updated with a newer kitchen and bathroom. Hardwood floors, stainless backsplash, nice paint scheme, appliances, etc. The photos will be posted soon to my listings page.

Scotia Place was built by Bosa and has been well maintained by a very pro-active strata council. A recent roof, elevator upgrade, plumbing, balconies, etc., etc., etc. Pride of ownership is clearly evident.

The location is pretty ideal, about a block from Main Street on East 7th, in the heart of the Mt. Pleasant community. You can pretty much walk everywhere from this location.

Check it out all the details on my listings page.

Also, drop by the first open houses:

Thursday, March 15, 6-7pm
Saturday, March 17, 2-4pm
Sunday, March 18, 2-4pm

Sneak Peek: New Listing at Main Space - #203 - 350 East 2nd Avenue, Vancouver

2012-01-30T04:30:00Z

I'm listing a completely renovated and lovingly restored loft at MainSpace in Vancouver at 350 E.2nd Avenue. This is just a little east of Main Street, within walking distance to the Skytrain, False Creek, the new waterfront, and all the amenity and services of the Mt. Pleasant area.

The loft has been professionaly reconstructed by TONIC Designs, with an exceptional build quality for lofts and condos in this price range. You'll see this in the high quality materials and in the precision craftsmanship.

Also unique to this loft is the natural light that pours into the space. This loft faces south on the quiet side of the building, and overlooks a cute park that all the locals use to walk their dogs. There is no building directly to the south so sunlight pours into the loft all day.

This loft at Main Space should hit public MLS over the next few days. You can contact me for further details.

First open houses are this weekend: Saturday, February 4th and Sunday, February 5th, 2-4pm.

Assignment Available at "District" around Main Street/ Mount Pleasant in Vancouver

2011-11-03T18:34:37Z

A colleague of mine is selling his assignment to a pretty nice one bedroom at District in the Main Street/ Mount Pleasant area in Vancouver. This will be a sub-penthouse unit with north-west views.

Here are the specs:

562 square feet
1 bedroom
Northwest Views
8th floor (sub-penthouse)
Balcony
1 secure parking space
1 storage unit
Rooftop BBQ and common courtyard
Plan B5 in Building 2

District is scheduled to complete in December of this year. Let me know if you would like any more information on this Assignment at District in Mount Pleasant.

Download the floorplan.

Download the finishings sheet.

Contact me for more information.

New Listing - Gastown modern wonder at The Garage - #301 - 12 Water Street, Vancouver

2011-10-21T22:45:36Z

Only in Gastown do you get ultra-contemporary design in a Heritage building. My new Gastown listing, in The Garage, is the best of Salient's warehouse/character building conversions.

Some of the interior features include 8'7 ceilings, polished concrete floors, a raised living room with hardwood flooring, Miele appliances, an energy-efficient variable refrigerant flow heating & cooling, Bosch washer/dryer, office/storage room & an entry area for coats/shoes.

Outside you'll find a unique heritage courtyard tucked in just off the heart of Water Street. The best elements of the past have been preserved creating a locus for some of the most creative new restaurants and boutiques in the city.

3 years parking is included, with the option to renew for another 5 years. Also, this loft is zoned live/work. Check it out on my listings page.