One of the most exciting parts of moving to a new city is the opportunity to explore what makes it so special. One such enclave is Abbotsford. Once considered the Bible Belt of B.C., it is fast becoming a vibrant, modern urban metropolis; one that still manages to retain its pastoral heritage. That's because this city has a lot of things in its favour. Nestled against a backdrop of forested mountain peaks, Abbotsford is home to rugged downhill bike trails, scenic hikes amongst waterfalls and caves, and the renowned Sumas Mountain.
This metropolis is also home to the Abbotsford International Airport, a state-of-the-art hospital, as well as the University of the Fraser Valley. And when you need to head into Vancouver or east to the Interior, access to Highway 1 and the Trans Canada Highway is a breeze.
And do not forget the many shops and services, community centres and outdoor recreational opportunities, like the Abbotsford Civic Centre, that are woven into the fabric of life here. With all of these attributes, it’s no wonder the Fraser Valley is attracting companies, large and small, offering lots of employment opportunities.
Now, it is home to Quanterra Developments' JEM, a six-storey modern building featuring 97 one and two-bedroom homes, ranging from 570 to 1,228 square feet.
Designed with multiple award-winning Keystone Architecture, JEM's contemporary architecture showcases clean, sleek lines with oversized windows, cement board siding, rich brickwork, timeless black accents and soaring roof lines. JEM combines exterior elegance with a thoughtful approach to thousands of practical details to bring modern energy to an established Abbotsford neighbourhood.
“The idea behind JEM was to create a local landmark with an aesthetic far beyond the normal, including big windows and features that would stand out. Unique, noticeable, something to be proud of,” says John Jurinak, President of Quanterra Developments.
Inside, JEM also has a lot going for it. Some of the draws include wide plank high-end laminate flooring, nine-foot ceilings, relaxing soaker tub, frameless showers, gourmet kitchens with a Fisher Paykel refrigerator, gas cooktop, generous free-standing islands with storage and an eating bar. In addition, all of JEM's top-level corner homes will boast 13-feet vaulted ceilings with floor-to-ceiling windows so you can perfectly capture spectacular sunsets or sunrises.
Since the pandemic, we all appreciate how important that sense of community is - now more than ever. Thoughtful and fun, at JEM there are ways to connect with neighbours right at home and ways to explore the neighbourhood. Facing the courtyard, the fully equipped gym with state-of-the-art cardio equipment and weights is bright and airy. The large south-facing outdoor area is park-like, extensively landscaped and provides a children's playground, benches to relax on and a grassy area for sitting and playing or just enjoying your morning cup of java with newfound friends.
When you are ready to further explore your new backyard, here are more ways to entice you. Surrounded by green space, living at JEM makes it easy to get lost among the trees, lakes and streams. Take a walk around the loop at Mill Lake Park; let the pups roam loose at the dog park at Clearbrook Park then leash them up for a stroll around Downes Bowl Trail, or head to the nearby community centre. Finish the day with a drink at one of Abbotsford!s wineries or craft breweries.
This is a great opportunity to live in a thriving, bustling city that still retains a rural charm. Register now at Jemliving.ca. Completion early 2023.
