The Salient Group

The old adage states that timing is everything. This is certainly true with Trapp + Holbrook, Salient’s new high-rise development in downtown New Westminster.

As key landmarks in one of B.C.’s most historic cities, the Edwardian Trapp and Holbrook buildings are once again evolving. And so is the city.

The media have had plenty of things to say about Trapp + Holbrook, but here are five things you may not know about the high-rise:

1. The neighbourhood is a “walker’s paradise”.

The Trapp + Holbrook neighbourhood has a walkscore of 90, a score that places it in the “Walker’s Paradise” category. Parks, schools, transit and entertainment are literally just steps away.

Walkability plays an integral role in a sustainable neighbourhood. You don’t need your car for food, entertainment or work — everything you need is close by.

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New Westminster is establishing itself as a thriving arts community. From the New West 7 exhibition to The Network Hub hosting the New West Artists exhibits, the art community is buzzing in this revitalized city.

The Van Dop Gallery, located at 421 Richmond Street, is a catalyst in the city’s growing art scene. The gallery provides a one-of-a-kind experience for visitors by showcasing over 100 artists in a contemporary home. The galley prides itself on showcasing the artworks of some of Canada’s best contemporary fine artists in all media, including glass, wood, metal, ceramic, fibre, oils, acrylics, watercolours, and handmade papers.

If you’ve been to the Trapp+Holbrook display suite at 668 Columbia Street, you have probably already seen artwork from the Van Dop Gallery. Artwork by Teressa Bernard, Judith Copland, Gabor Gasztonyi, and Leslie Poole adorn our display suite and illustrate how Trapp+Holbrook homeowners might decorate their new homes.

Trudy Van Dop, who founded the gallery in 1996, recently answered some of our questions about this New West institution and shared her thoughts on the Royal City.

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Photo: GLENN BAGLO , PNG (Vancouver Sun)

Since opening for previews in April and opening for sales a week ago, Trapp+Holbrook has generated some serious buzz among real estate professionals, homeowners, and media. From Twitter users to trade publications, people can’t seem to stop talking about our first condo project in New West.

The project’s convenient location — just 1.5 blocks away from two Skytrain stations! — is a big plus for homeowners. Personal real estate consultant Adam Goss notes this in his blog post about Trapp+Holbrook:

Walking out the front door of your home at Trapp and Holbrook you’ll have just a short walk to Skytrain in either direction. Which station you choose may come down to whether you’re a Starbucks or Waves type, as either station is essentially equal distance from your doorstep.

Trapp+Holbrook’s proximity to Skytrain and to many amenities makes it a very walkable neighbourhood, a fact noted by Vancouver Condo Info:

If you want a healthy lifestyle then it’s time to ditch your ride and come to New Westminster. Walk to the local café, grocery store and hair salon. You don’t need to worry about parking space, meters and fines.

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