Downsizing never seemed more appealing than at The Armory, which boasts the one thing that retirees and empty-nesters clearly need: a stylish — and more importantly, a functional — spaciousness.
One challenge to downsizers is finding the space in a new multi-family home where they can store their lifetime of belongings. Some scaling back is inevitable, of course, but that doesn’t mean that they have to get rid of all of their important possessions.
That’s exactly what the Armory by Cove Properties addresses with their spacious two-bedroom suites that put a premium on storage spaces.
“We have an equal mix of large two-bedroom suites at 1,047- and 1,233-square-foot, the latter even has a large den/flex room,” says John Sparrow, who handles marketing for Cove Properties, the developers of The Armory.
“Both models have tons of storage, and the building actually has way more storage than your typical condo with storage in suites, storage at the front of parking stalls, an exclusive use storage locker room and even large private storage rooms with concrete walls and steel doors at the front of some of the parking stalls,” he adds. “It arguably has better storage than many of the million-dollar-plus condo projects.”
Considering that The Armory is also a 18-plus building helps make it an even more appealing option to downsizers. With prices starting from the mid-$400,000s, it’s an even more attractive option.
The Armory has been selling quick, especially now that it’s all but finished with move-in ready condos available. There are only 13 suites remaining in the 58-unit apartment-style condo that’s located in a quiet enclave of Currie.
The Armory also offers a zero-maintenance, lock-and-leave, boutique luxury lifestyle. There is a high level of security, beautifully manicured grounds, “hotel level” common areas, hallways and foyer areas, Sparrow points out.
“Every amenity is within reasonable distance, many within walking distance. Really its a perfect location for many lifestyle types but if you’re lucky enough to have more than one home and Armory is the one for when you are in Calgary, it’s ideal.”
Buyers also appreciate that The Armory is built to BuiltGreen™ specifications. “We are recycling as much of our construction waste as possible,” says Doug Mazurek, President, Southern Alberta of Cove Properties. “We have energy efficient appliances, we have water fixtures that use less water, and of course using environmentally safe building products as well. We will also have a recycling program for residents.”
It must be noted that The Armory already offers a spectacular array of standard features in their homes.
Each home comes standard with full-size stainless steel appliances, full-size washer-dryer, quartz countertops, undermount sinks, a combination of both ceramic and mosaic backsplash tiles, in addition to hardwood options for the main floor.
The spa-inspired bathrooms offer quartz countertops, five-foot soaker tubs and walk-in showers, both with full tile surround. Premium Hansgrohe bathroom fixtures in all units elevate the appeal of the spaces modern, comfortable spaces.
The Armory’s exterior pays homage to the historic look of Currie with a real brick-and-mortar exterior mixed with real fir accents. “The design is contemporary but it recalls Calgary’s Mewata Armory and adds to the heritage look of Currie Barracks,” Mazurek says.
Tinted glazing of the oversized windows in each suite brings a modern touch to the exterior, not to mention that it works to maintain temperatures inside the home. “It’s another way we keep with the ‘green’ theme of Currie,” Mazurek adds.
The growing community of Currie is also part of the appeal. The former military barracks being redeveloped into a modern inner-city community is already a haven for stylish inner-city living. And it’s only going to get better.
“(Currie Barracks) is a very unique community as it’s one of the last large undeveloped parcels in the city with close proximity to downtown,” says Mazurek. “Once fully developed it will also have a full service commercial component that’s designed as a pedestrian-friendly, urban marketplace.”
The Armory’s location within Currie, is far from the busy areas and is located next to a protected garden “that will be preserved as a historic site,” adds Mazurek. “The Armory backs onto the natural elements and we have created a corridor that gives our residents direct access to those gardens.”
FAST FACTS
Community: Currie
Developer: The Armory
Project: Cove Properties
Style: Apartment-style condos
Size: Available units start at 1,050 sq. ft.
Price: Available units start from the mid $400,000s plus GST
Sales centre: J5, 2953 Battleford Ave. S.W.
Directions: South on Crowchild Tr. and exit on Flanders Ave. S.W. and follow the signs.
Hours: Weekdays 2 to 8 p.m., weekends noon to 5 p.m. Closed on Fridays
Website: www.curriearmory.ca
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