Solarium Balconies:
Developed in Scandinavia, enclosed glass balconies and patios are an unqualified success in the advanced condo markets
Every suite in Yorkson Park has a Solarium Balcony or Patio
Retractable glass panels allow year round use of the balcony for entertaining and gardening
Solariums have a hose connection and floor drain
Natural gas BBQ outlet is standard
Built-in ceiling fans provide air movement
An electrical outlet is capable of powering an electric patio heater
Glass enclosed balconies add acoustic and insulating value
Storage & Electric Cars:
Quality storage is key to convenience and resale value
Some buildings have no storage, some have little cages. At Yorkson Park every suite comes with a large, secure, concrete walled, storage garage near your parking spots for your convenience
Storage garages vary in size but most are 180 cubic feet or larger
Storage garages have an interior light and an electrical outlet
Room enough for your freezer and bicycle storage
There is enough power to charge an electric car with a Level 1 charger
Parking:
A key to resale value is having 2 underground parking spots
At Yorkson Park every suite has two parking spots
This also keeps congestion off the streets
Extra Height: our parkade can handle 7' high vehicles in almost all stalls
One of your parking spots can accommodate an electric car
Air Conditioning & Heat Pumps:
Air conditioning is a key feature for comfort and resale value
We offer a high efficiency multi-zone system
Our system uses efficient heat pump technology to save energy
Ductless-split system delivers cool air direct to each bedroom and the main living area quietly and efficiently
Heat pump technology transfers heat in or out of your home for low cost heating and cooling
Natural Gas:
One of the first things buyers ask: Can we have natural gas?
Our suites come with a 5 burner gas cooktop (with electric ovens)
Your deck or patio has a natural gas BBQ outlet
Natural gas is included in your strata fees, ”no meter charge”
Technology:
State-of-the-art fibre optic cabling to the building
3 port communications outlets throughout (phone/cable/internet)
Bedrooms and kitchens have an electrical outlet that includes 2 USB charging ports, eliminating adapters all over the place.
Advanced thermostats
Quality:
Most buildings are built to “rental grade” , not Yorkson Park
Our high quality is easy to spot:
High speed elevators
High end moulding package
9 ft ceilings
7 ft door height (not the “standard” 6 ft – 8 in)
Interior doors are solid-core
Oversize windows
Windows are energy efficient Low E
Windows are cased on all sides
Attractive fireplace
9 Foot Ceilings and 7 Foot Doors:
Old fashioned construction and even most of today’s high-rise buildings have 8 foot high ceilings. Yorkson Park condos have 9 foot ceilings (top floors have even higher vaulted ceilings) offering a more spacious, elegant feel.
Regular style doors are 6 foot 8 inches (6’8”) tall, hollow core. At Yorkson Park we have solid core doors that are 7 feet tall to match the upscale feel of the elegant high ceilings.
Size of Suites:
It’s not always easy to find larger suites in new developments
Yorkson Park offers large suites with up to 1752 sq.ft. of living space
Every bedroom at Yorkson Park can accommodate a king size or queen size bed
Features of an Elegant Bathroom:
Heated tile floor
Quartz vanity top, undermount sinks
Genuine wood raised-panel cabinets
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Optional white Shaker or white Smooth cabinets
Luxury height vanity tops
Soft-closing cabinet doors
3/4 extension, soft-closing drawers
Built-in medicine cabinet
Large heated fog-free mirrors
Built-in LED night light
Luxury height elongated toilets
Bright lighting over sinks
Most master ensuites have 2 sinks
Tile tub surround with attractive travertine porcelain tile
Rain-heads in most showers
Up and down sliding bars for shower head height adjustment
Lighting in showers
Curved double shower rod
5 ft. showers have a seat and niche
Showers have frameless glass
20 Features of a Gourmet Kitchen:
Dual fuel Stainless Range with Natural Gas cooktop, 2 electric convection ovens
(convertible to one large convection oven) and a warming drawer
Stainless fridge (french doors and freezer drawer) showcase door on right side filtered ice/water dispenser on left side
Stainless dishwasher with stainless interior
Built-in stainless microwave
Built-in sink garburator
Genuine hardwood raised-panel cabinet doors, or optional white Shaker or white Smooth cabinet doors
Hardwood cabinets have wood-grain finish inside
Recessed LED lighting under upper cabinets
Soft-closing cabinet doors & full extension, soft-closing drawers
Quartz countertops
Full-height tile backsplash between countertop and upper cabinets
Extra height upper cabinets (more storage)
Most kitchens have a lazy susan cabinet
Upper inside corner cabinets have a lighted glass feature
High-end kitchen faucet with built-in sprayer
60/40 under-mount stainless sink
Most kitchens have a pantry with pull-out shelves
3 port communications outlet and USB power outlet
Decorative tile floor
9’ ceilings with high-end LED lighting
Interior Design:
We avoid the minimalist “downtown” look inside our suites
At Yorkson Park our interior designers spend the money on:
High-end moulding package
High-end fixtures and appliances
Wood closet systems (not wire)
2” faux wood blinds
Frameless showers
High-end cabinetry and carpentry
Oversize windows
Generous use of mirrors, tile and quartz
Energy Efficiency:
Energy efficient buildings save their owners money on utilities and strata fees
Our hot water system uses high tech condensing boilers to cut gas consumption
Our acoustic package doubles as an extra layer of insulation
Heating & cooling using high efficiency heat pumps
Use of energy efficient lighting throughout
Low E windows and above code insulation
Energy Star appliances and equipment where possible
Security, Safety and Warranty:
The buildings have a 55+ camera Closed Circuit TV system
Well lit, secured, underground parking
Private lockable storage garage by your parking stall
The building has a high-end Enterphone system with TV viewing of entrance
Each suite is pre-wired for an individual security system
Each suite has a built-in wall safe
Each suite has a Carbon Monoxide detector
Your suite is sprinkler protected, including solariums and attics
Our buildings have a TREVELERS 2-5-10 year warranty
Our solariums have a special 5 year warranty covering parts & labour
Shut-off valves to protect your suite from potential leaks:
We have accessible shut-off valves for the clothes washer
We also have shut-off valves for the dishwasher and refrigerator
You can use the shut-off valves if you are away from your suite for an extended period
High-end Appliances:
Refrigerator:
Stainless steel
French door with lower freezer drawer
Ice and water in one door
Food Showcase, easy access, door in the other
Twin Cooling Plus cools fridge and freezer separately
Range:
Dual fuel, Stainless steel
5 burner natural gas cooktop
Middle oval burner can be used for oversized pots and pans, or the griddle
2 convection ovens; can be used independently or converted to one full size convection oven for large dishes
Temperature controlled warming oven
Microwave:
Built-in stainless steel, full size, microwave oven
Loaded with features
Dishwasher:
Well insulated with stainless interior and exterior
