If you’re house-hunting in Vancouver, you’ll likely see some houses that are marketed as “バンクーバースペシャル.”

Built in the 1960s and ’70s, これらのフラット前面に二階建ての家が迅速に構築された, 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.

残念ながら, バンクーバー·スペシャルは、広く醜いと酷評されました, particularly when they were built in neighborhoods of historic homes.

You’ll still see plenty of Vancouver Specials around the city and its suburbs, ただし、多くの分野で, they’re considered “teardowns” or as canvases for contemporary renovations.

If you’re in Vancouver this week, あなたが持っている two opportunities to learn more about this distinctive Vancouver housing type, おかげで バンクーバーヘリテージ財団.

火曜日に, 9月 21 午後7時, architect Stephanie Robb of Pechetとロブアート & アーキテクチャ will present her perspective on 10 バンクーバー·スペシャルの仕事の年. 彼女の話がで開催されます。 ユニテリアン教会, 949 で. 49番目のアベニュー (オークストリートで). Admission is $10.

土曜日に, 9月25æ—¥, the Heritage Foundation is offering its annual バンクーバーツアー, 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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