Tim Y and his wife toured several luxury condo projects, but what they saw either didn’t offer enough storage space or lacked the elegance they were looking for. At ITALIA, they found all that and more—including something the other projects didn’t offer: the opportunity to customize their home to suit their lifestyle.
“When we went to the ITALIA showroom, it was everything we wanted,” says the married father of two daughters. “I asked the sales agent if we could customize. He said yes. I sent a draft of what I wanted. For me, my wife and two girls, we needed bigger closets, different bedroom layouts, and a few other changes. We combined a unit and a half.”
Award-winning Solterra Development has set a new standard for sophistication and innovation by taking personalization to a whole other level. Within the prestigious South Granville neighbourhood, ITALIA is an 11-storey, boutique luxury condominium offering one-two-, and three-bedroom residences, including two penthouses and four townhomes.
Personalized home process.
"To me, great design isn’t just about how a home looks; it’s about how it supports and enhances the way you live," says Lorenzo Morese, Solterra's in-house interior design director. "ITALIA offers a rare opportunity to create a home that is a true reflection of you, and it has been a privilege to help bring these personalized visions to life.”
Personalization was certainly a huge selling point for Tim’s family.
“Most condos don’t have enough storage space. I have a full room for storage right inside my unit. I don’t have to go into a drafty garage or basement,” says Tim. “With our customization, our master bedroom now has a large walk-in closet. Besides that, all closets are larger than standard in most condos. In the kitchen, we have a pantry room, providing much more storage as well.”
For generations, Italian craftsmanship has been the gold standard in design - from classical architecture to beautiful kitchens and beyond, it is where artistry and elegance converge to create masterpieces that captivate the senses.
Kitchen – Amalfi Colour Scheme.
That’s ITALIA. Inside, each home exudes effortless style. It begins with the two designer colour schemes, all named after major Italian cities - Amalfi and Firenze (Florence).
Rooted in La Bella Vita - the beautiful life - from Northern Italy, the kitchen and bathroom cabinetry, hardware, smoked glass pivot doors and millwork blend bygone grandeur with contemporary flair.
Additionally, all homes will be equipped with advanced smart home systems that allow for seamless automation, including a Gaggeneau appliance package with WiFi smart appliance capabilities with personalized control, notifications, and remote diagnostics via the Home Connect app.
Amenity – Salotto e Cucine Kitchen.
When it comes to entertaining in grand style, ITALIA features the Cinema e Bar, a private movie theatre complete with a wet bar, a Salotto e Cucine sitting room with an epicurean kitchen, a dining table and a large TV. Or, if you prefer, dine al fresco outside by the BBQ kitchen and dining table.
Meanwhile, when asked what Tim is looking forward to the most on move-in day, he doesn’t hesitate: “Having our dream come true … from paper to build, it is very exciting to see a home that is customized, rather than the standard.”
Ensuite Bathroom – Firenze (Florence) Colour Scheme.
Don’t wait. The opportunity to personalize your home ends soon, as materials will be ordered shortly with construction progressing. Whether you are a fashionista wanting the ultimate in walk-in closets, or a growing family wanting to combine units to create a spacious, larger home, ITALIA offers the ability to create a home that feels truly your own.
Right now, you can purchase a junior two-bedroom, two-bathroom home for the low $1.3 million, and a three-bedroom and flex home for the low $2.7 million. The ITALIA Presentation Centre and two fully furnished display suites, located at 880 Seymour St., Vancouver, are open from Saturday to Wednesday, from noon to 5 p.m. (Closed Thursdays and Fridays). For more information or to book an appointment to experience Italia, call 604-416-4516, email amyh@italiabysolterra.ca or visit ItaliabySolterra.ca. Completion is slated for Fall 2027.
