Young people want to stay in cities, develop community roots, and raise families. Edmonton, like many Canadian cities, has developed housing over time at either end of the density spectrum — low-density suburban homes or high-density apartment towers — leaving a gap in the middle.
This project offers features typically found in traditional single-family homes but couples them with moments designed for community connection and exchange.
The form and scale of development remain sensitive to the surrounding neighbourhood, fostering ground-oriented living spaces and diverse housing options for students, singles, and seniors, as well as families hoping to age in place.
This approach focuses on the benefits of increased density and greater interaction between neighbours to stimulate the exchange of ideas and create resilient communities.

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