Home means sanctuary, the place we can rest, relax, enjoy time with friends and just be. Our homes say a lot about who we are and what we think is important in life. Home is where the heart is, especially when your home is both functional and beautiful, supported by comfortable living and health focused attributes.
Eighth Avenue Development Group understands that very well. A leader in sustainable, healthy, comfortable homes, Eighth Avenue introduces its newest project UniverCity’s Oslo – a boutique collection of 106 one, two, and three-bedroom condos, lofts and townhomes within four and six storey buildings located on Burnaby UniverCity’s South Slope.
“We are very much focused on sustainability and healthy buildings,” says Ed Kolic, principal, Eighth Avenue Development Group. “Oslo features the simplicity and quality of Scandinavian design with the health and comforts of Passive House design principles.”
Oslo - Interior
Oslo fits right into this walkable, eco-friendly university community - one that has won several awards for minimizing its footprint on the environment, yet provides everything that suburbanites and residents need.
Beautifully designed by Perkins&Will architects, the elevated exteriors are steeped in Scandinavian design principles and expressed through high-quality European aesthetic and materials, including oversized spaces both inside and out.
Ranging from 595 to 1,244 square feet of bright contemporary spaces, each home features, at minimum, nine-foot ceilings, oversized windows, quality wide-plank vinyl flooring, large study rooms (in most homes), a Heat Recovery Ventilation system that provides 24/7 continuous fresh air, and secure underground parking with storage lockers and bike rooms.
Stylish kitchens include large islands for gatherings and family dinners, a Samsung stainless-steel appliance package with the latest energy-efficient heat pump dryers, sleek cabinetry as well as Quartz countertops with matte porcelain tile backsplash.
During the day, Oslo’s unique location on UniverCity’s South Slope means abundant natural light. In the evening, catch the sunset from the generous-sized patios; most of which are 200+ square feet.
Oslo - Courtyard
At the heart of Oslo is the large central courtyard connecting both buildings.
“The beautifully landscaped courtyard with harvest table, barbecues, social seating and
children’s play areas were designed to encourage a sense of community and interaction,” says Kolic.
The amenities don’t end there. Oslo features a study hub with a library lounge and flexible reading nooks as well as an indoor chef’s kitchen and dining space to gather friends and family.
UniverCity has become increasingly popular, not only with students and faculty, but for families, couples and individuals. With a number of new additions, including schools, daycares, restaurants, grocery stores, numerous hiking/biking trails and more, everything at UniverCity is within walking distance.
Ideally positioned on the hill, Oslo residents will have sweeping view of the Lower Mainland to Tsawwassen and Mount Baker, while being close to day-to-day shopping, Simon Fraser University, Highlands Elementary School and the SFU Childcare Society. Getting in and out of UniverCity is easy with access to Highway 1 and quick links to the SkyTrain network a short walk away.
Oslo - Aerial
“I believe the gondolas will be coming to SFU, directly connecting Oslo to the SkyTrain,” says Kolic. “That translates to taking 40 diesel busses off the roads to SFU.”
Oslo features Passive House design principles, thoughtful well-crafted layouts, and amenities that improve everyday living to produce homes for now and the future.
With prices starting from $453,900, Oslo is arguably Burnaby’s smartest and best value. To register or for more information, visit osloliving.ca or email info@osloliving.ca. Move in is anticipated for March 2022.
