Top-quality homes in latest wave of Surrey's most appealing new development combine quiet, comfortable living with unequalled access to city's top schools, parks, amenities and more, Lakewood reports

Surrey, BC -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/08/2015 -- Lakewood Development announced that Phase 3 homes at the company's Brooklyn Village project are now available. Located in the desirable, peaceful Sullivan Heights neighborhood of Surrey, with easy access to some of the city's best shopping, dining, and other attractions, Brooklyn Village townhomes cover an appealing range of spacious floor plans, from homes with 2 bedrooms and a dedicated den to those with a full 4 bedrooms. With over 4,000 families happily living in the company's top-quality homes and well-designed developments, Lakewood is one of the leading single-family home builders in the Greater Vancouver area.

"Ever since breaking ground, it has been clear that Brooklyn Village would be something special," project representative Ann Sonnenberg said, "Now that the Phase 3 homes are coming onto the market, we can say for certain that confidence was merited. Brooklyn Village is a beautiful development, full of great townhomes in a wonderful neighborhood, and these Phase 3 homes are already selling quickly."

With roots in the Vancouver area stretching back nearly 50 years, Lakewood has established a strong reputation as one of the region's premier residential developers. A consistent focus on quality of construction and fair dealing have ensured that the company's homes have been able to serve families for decades and generations, and modern building techniques have allowed Lakewood to consistently raise the bar even higher.

At the same time, Lakewood has always put a strong emphasis on community design and neighborhood selection. The Brooklyn Village development is an excellent example of this, as it meshes so productively into one of Surrey's most attractive and appealing neighborhoods. Taking advantage of the peace and quiet of Sullivan Heights while also offering convenient access to the best the city has to offer, including schools, shopping centers, parks, restaurants, and public transportation routes, Brooklyn Village is a no-compromise development that has already proven to be an extremely satisfying place to live.

The townhomes themselves are equally well-designed. With modern, practical layouts that allow for the greatest possible enjoyment of their spacious interiors, they come fully equipped. Certain plans, for example, include open-style gourmet kitchens with integrated dining bars and modern, high-quality, stainless-steel appliance packages. All of the plans combine elegance and refinement of layout and appointment with deeply pragmatic design sensibilities that ensure that they are just as pleasant to live in as they are attractive.

The Phase 3 homes that have just been made available are offered for a limited time, with net GST included. Given the location and quality of the townhomes and the appealing nature of the Brooklyn Village community itself, it is expected that the present wave of homes will be sold quickly. Those interested in viewing the new homes can stop by for tours at the Brooklyn Village development at 5858 142 Street in Surrey from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., every day except Friday. From December 23 through January 2, showings will only be available by appointment. Full contact information, floor plan diagrams, maps, and more information can be found at the Brooklyn Village website.

About Lakewood
One of Greater Vancouver's leading residential developers, Lakewood has established a long record of high-quality construction, beautifully designed homes and developments, and positive contributions to area communities.

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These five new developments will help accommodate both current residents and projected newcomers to the area, publishes http://www.lakewood.ca

Surrey, BC -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/07/2015 -- Originally founded in the late 1970's, the staff of Lakewood has built its reputation crafting homes to help cultivate some of the most distinguished communities throughout the Greater Vancouver area. From the beginning, this prominent team of home designers and builders took note of the potential displayed by one up-and-coming city in particular. Spokesperson Melissa La recently announced the highly respected Canadian-based company has turned its attention toward establishing exceptional residential communities in Surrey.

La confirmed, "At this point, we are proud to have five new developments underway in Surrey: Brooklyn Village, The Heights, Fusion, one92 and Madison. As always, we are focusing on constructing communities that are both beautifully designed and well-integrated with local parks, shopping facilities and transportation hubs. By developing an understanding of the local dynamics, our goal is to design these developments by tapping into the best features of the surrounding neighbourhood and catering to the needs of future homeowners."

Located less than an hour from Vancouver, Surrey boasts a number of desirable characteristics for natives and newcomers alike. Though it has only been an official city for slightly more than a decade, its population currently numbers more than 450,000 and is expected to expand by another quarter million over the next 30 years. Known as the City of Parks, Surrey offers scenic surroundings as well as 5 town centres and 6 major highways.

The city also shares 2 borders with the United States and is home to air, highway, railway and sea transport hubs for international import and export. In fact, the city holds British Columbia's largest and most active transport terminal. The families of Surrey are served by almost 100 elementary schools, 25 secondary schools, a number of private academies and 2 accredited universities. Shopping, sports, dining and entertainment opportunities abound in the town centres, which are all easily reached via public transportation.

Concluded La, "Our portfolio of town homes and condos for sale in Surrey offer attractive options for home buyers looking for modern West-Coast living without an enormous price tag, but we understand building successful communities takes a great deal more than simply constructing homes. All our offerings are thoroughly designed with the homeowner in mind. We are proud to be a part of helping to further establish the fastest growing city in Metro Vancouver and creating homes for current residents as well as those projected to arrive in the near future. Anyone interested in viewing available homes can learn more about Lakewood through our website."

About Lakewood
Lakewood is a proud builder of communities, neighborhoods and homes throughout Greater Vancouver. Currently, over 4,000 families are highly satisfied owners of Lakewood family homes. With each current and future project, the legacy and reputation of Lakewood is reflected in the quality of each and every home built.

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Centrally located the newest condominiums in the city offer designer features and community living reports Lakewood.ca/one92.

Surrey, BC -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/07/2015 -- Condominium living has recently become a popular trend in the Surrey area for one primary reason, according to real estate experts: maintenance free living. States spokesperson Trevor Beauchamp, for Lakewood the newest community in Greater Vancouver, "Among the biggest advantages to living in a condo is that professionals do the maintenance for you and it's all included."

Lakewood has announced that buyers in their new One92 community can save an additional $15,000. About the condominium community Trevor Beauchamp states: "It is located in the center of Clayton Heights. The 2 bedroom plus den condos are within walking distance of parks, cinemas, shopping facilities and schools; Clayton Heights Secondary, Hazelgrove Elementary and Katzie Elementary. The single family homes are also close to Highway 1. The west-coast architecture is modern, with over-sized windows that provide natural lighting and contain many designer features. Manicured lawns surround the property and it's community gardens. The exteriors are covered with fire retardant siding, there is an engineered rain-screen wall system, and a secure underground parking facility.

The One92 community, designed by an award-winning architect is modern, energy-efficient and secure, says Trevor Beauchamp. The 2 bedroom homes, have 2 bathrooms, an extra room or den and a modern kitchen. Beauchamp goes on to describe the various units saying, "There are 2 color schemes and a variety of floor plans available. Laminate floors run throughout each home, with stain-resistant carpeting in the bedrooms. An electric fireplace and 3-way light switches, allow the owners to adjust their lighting preferences easily. The kitchen is designed with an open floor plan, with stainless steel appliances that are also energy-efficient. The double sink, designer faucets and tile back-splash, line an engineered Quartz counter-top. Each bathroom has a soaker tub, Quartz counter tops, and designer ceramic tiles, faucets and lighting fixtures. Furthermore, the Master bathroom has a glassed-in shower stall and double sink."

In addition to the $15,000 savings, Beauchamp states "One92 also comes equipped with one year of free high-speed internet and digital cable service. Also included are a washer and dryer set, central hot water systems and phone and cat5 data jacks in the kitchen and bedrooms. "

Trevor Beauchamp from Lakewood says, "One92 is an incredible development of single family homes. The architect has created a sense of community, while providing modern condominiums that are full of natural light, energy efficient appliances and built-in safety features. With everything within walking distance, the location is perfect for families to shop and play close to home, while being engaged in their community. Because Highway 1 is close by, downtown Vancouver, the Vancouver International Airport and the United States/Canada border are easy to access. Commuting to work or going away on vacation is a breeze. This is a well designed community that many will be calling home." From December 23 through January 2 2015, showings will only be available by appointment.

About Lakewood
Lakewood began building houses in 1967. Nearly 50 years later, they have completed 60 projects, and have built over 4,000 homes. Their award-winning architect has created distinctive designs, while incorporating safety, energy efficiency, quality and community. Lakewood has received awards for outstanding quality and design. All of their homes are backed by Travelers Guarantee Company of Canada, a home warranty provider. Each home is covered the first 1 - 2 years for labor and materials, up to 5 years for building envelope protection and 10 years any major structural defect.

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Buyers receive up to $15,000 off of condo homes, according to Lakewood home builders

Surrey, BC -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/23/2014 -- Lakewood proudly announces the addition of 66 condominiums to The Heights townhome community. The Heights offers contemporary residences, lush exterior landscaping, and award winning design, and all are reflected in the new condominiums. Individuals in need of a new residence may find the features available in The Heights townhomes and condominiums to be exactly what they need.

"Homes are for life, and The Heights remembers this at all times. To make the purchase of a condominium easier, Lakewood offers up to $15,000 off select condos, and buyers also have the luxury to choose an exposure, colour scheme, and floor preference. With interest rates being nearly the lowest they have ever been, it's a great time to take advantage of them and still have time to save for your down payment. With so many benefits to living at The Heights, home buyers need to act quickly, to ensure they don't miss out on the condo of their dreams," Gillian Murray, sales manager for Lakewood, states.

The South Surrey condos feature spacious and functional floorplans, open plan kitchens, immaculate interior details, and luxurious stainless steel appliances. Individuals opting to visit the Grandview Heights community to explore the townhomes need to look into the condos now being offered. They stand out as one of the first groupings of the gorgeous South Surrey condos currently available for sale.

"Buyers love The Heights as all residential homes in the neighbourhood offer easy access to retail shopping, grocery shopping, restaurants and coffee shops, Oliver Park, Morgan Heights Linear Park, and schools; Southridge School and Sunnyside Elementary, all within walking distance. In addition, residents find they can easily access the highway, public transportation, and the US border when living in a residence in the Heights, as all are within easy driving distance. Many find this the perfect place to live, for this and numerous other reasons," Murray declares.

When one goes to learn about The Heights, they discover Lakewood has been a part of the homebuilding industry for 40 years, giving them an edge over many of their competitors when it comes to what customers want and need. Known for their cutting edge home construction, the company continues to earn awards for their residential communities. All homes built by Lakewood are durable, attractive, and sturdy.

"Lakewood remains committed to earning the trust of their buyers along with the respect of the competition. Lakewood believes there is no room for compromise when it comes to quality. When one buys from Lakewood, they know they are obtaining quality workmanship along with attention to detail at every stage of the process," Murray proclaims.

About Lakewood
Lakewood, a proud builder of homes, neighbourhoods, and communities throughout the Greater Vancouver area, continues to increase their offerings to meet the needs of residential customers. Currently, more than 4,000 families own a Lakewood family home. With each current and future project, Lakewood's reputation and legacy are reflected in the quality of the homes built.

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Make It Your Own offer lets buyers customize Fusion homes plus use $2,500 Ikea gift certificate or take $9,000 off home price, making Surrey's top new community even more affordable, Lakewood reports

Surrey, BC -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/23/2014 -- Lakewood announced the availability of a pair of new special offers at the company's Fusion townhomes development. For a limited time, the "Make It Your Own" promotion will give buyers unprecedented freedom to customize one of Fusion's beautiful, spacious 2- or 3-bedroom townhomes to best suit their needs and desires. In addition, a select group of Fusion's 56 conveniently located townhomes will be discounted by $12,000 for a brief period.

"The Fusion townhomes development has proven to be one of Surrey's most attractive and desirable places to live," Sales Manager Colleen Meade said, "And with this great pair of time-limited special offers, moving into a fantastic new, centrally located townhome in this wonderful development is now going to be even more rewarding than before."

Located in Surrey's South Newton neighborhood at 13886 62 Avenue, the Fusion townhomes development has been one of the most talked-about in the city in recent years. Within minutes of a number of Surrey's famous parks, including the gorgeous, natural, secluded 175 hectares of the Colebrook preserve, the development's enviable location and ambitious goals attracted immediate attention when it was announced.

Fusion lies within close reach of some of the city's top schools, standing mere blocks from the McLeod Road Elementary Traditional School, Woodward Hill French Immersion Elementary, Hyland Elementary and Sullivan Heights Secondary. The development is equally well positioned to allow residents to take advantage of the best Surrey has to offer in terms of great family living: shopping, recreation, dining, and other activities, all provide the kind of easy, secure life style that so many locals cherish.

In addition to selecting a truly satisfying location for the development, Lakewood planners and designers ensured that the townhomes at Fusion themselves would be just as attractive. Every home is built according to Lakewood's renowned, exacting quality standards, and the spacious 2- and 3-bedroom open-concept floor plans include such desirable features as gourmet family kitchens, luxurious bathrooms, and construction techniques and materials that maximize energy efficiency.

The new promotion at Fusion will make the development an even more desirable place to live. The limited-time "Make It Your Own" promotion will give buyers the ability to customize a number of aspects of the townhome they purchase, or take $9,000 off on a select group of Fusion's highly sought-after homes. Those interested in the promotion or in what Fusion has to offer can learn more at the Fusion townhome development website, where details about home showings are also available. From December 23 through January 2 2015, showings will only be available by appointment.

About Lakewood
Since 1967, Lakewood has been one of the Greater Vancouver area's top residential development companies. With over 60 successful projects completed and more than 4,000 family homes built, Lakewood has become known throughout the region for high-quality construction and well-planned, neighborhood-enhancing, community-oriented development.

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