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

Built in the 1960s and ’70s, mga flat-fronted dalawang-kuwento bahay ay constructed mabilis, 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.

Sa kasamaang-palad, ang Vancouver Specials ay malawak panned ng pangit, particularly when they were built in neighborhoods of historic homes.

You’ll still see plenty of Vancouver Specials around the city and its suburbs, kahit na sa maraming lugar, they’re considered “teardowns” or as canvases for contemporary renovations.

If you’re in Vancouver this week, mayroon kang two opportunities to learn more about this distinctive Vancouver housing type, salamat sa Vancouver Heritage Foundation.

Sa Martes, Setyembre 21 sa 07:00, architect Stephanie Robb of Pechet at Robb Art & Arkitektura will present her perspective on 10 mga taon ng trabaho sa Vancouver Specials. Ang kanyang talk ay gaganapin sa Unitarian Church, 949 Sa. 49ika Avenue (sa Oak Street). Admission is $10.

Sa Sabado, Septiyembre 25, the Heritage Foundation is offering its annual Vancouver Espesyal Tour, 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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