If you’re house-hunting in Vancouver, you’ll likely see some houses that are marketed as “فانكوفر خاصة.”

Built in the 1960s and ’70s, these flat-fronted two-story homes were constructed quickly, when baby boomers and new immigrants were all seeking housing.

These houses generally incorporated one living space on each level, which appealed to extended families living together or to homeowners who wanted to rent out a secondary suite.

للأسف, كانت انتقادات على نطاق واسع في فانكوفر خاصة والقبيح, particularly when they were built in neighborhoods of historic homes.

You’ll still see plenty of Vancouver Specials around the city and its suburbs, على الرغم من العديد من المناطق, they’re considered “teardowns” or as canvases for contemporary renovations.

If you’re in Vancouver this week, لديك two opportunities to learn more about this distinctive Vancouver housing type, بفضل مؤسسة التراث فانكوفر.

يوم الثلاثاء, أيلول / سبتمبر 21 في 07:00, architect Stephanie Robb of Pechet وروب الفن & الهندسة المعمارية will present her perspective on 10 سنوات من العمل في فانكوفر خاصة. سيعقد حديثها في كنيسة الموحدين, 949 في. 49عشر الجادة (في شارع اوك). Admission is $10.

يوم السبت, 25 سبتمبر, the Heritage Foundation is offering its annual فانكوفر جولة خاصة, where you’ll visit several examples of restored Vancouver Specials. The tour runs from noon to 5pm and costs $25.

Contact the Vancouver Heritage Foundation for information about both of these events. Or phone them at 604-264-9642.

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