Best Urbandevelopment Podcasts (2024)

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VPCP #25 | Bertram at Bernard Block in Kelowna by Mission Group with Luke Turri 11:14

4+ y ago11:14

11:14

Bertram at Bernard Block is the newest building coming to downtown Kelowna’s historic core. Bertram is the second offering in Mission Group’s incredible Bernard Block Urban Village Plan and a nice complement to the previous offering, Brooklyn. Bertram at Bernard Block is a 34-story concrete condo tower with a total of 257 homes. Units range from st…

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VPCP #24 | The Theodore in Calgary by Graywood Developments with Heather Lloyd and Patrick Briscoe 20:32

5y ago20:32

20:32

A landmark building is coming to Calgary’s Kensington neighbourhood – The Theodore by Graywood Developments. 10 storeys, 115 units, with 8,000 sq.ft. of new commercial space in an amazing location. The building offers 2 bedroom, 1 bedroom and junior 1 bedroom homes boasting quality finishings, great amenities, and incredible city or river valley vi…

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VPCP #23 | SEAandSKY in Squamish by BlueSky Properties with Dale Bosa and Daryl Simpson 11:53

5y ago11:53

11:53

53 acres, 8 kilometers of trails, 4 acres of parkland on the water, located underneath the Chief Mountain. This is the new SEAandSKY development by BlueSky Properties in Squamish! 2 and 3 Bedroom, ground oriented, wood-frame townhomes and apartments tucked between Howe Sound and the mountains of the Sea-to-Sky corridor. These homes are spacious and…

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VPCP #22 | Soleil in White Rock by RDG Management with Craig Anderson 21:22

5y ago21:22

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Soleil in White Rock is all about location – amazing water views in an amenity rich building in the heart of downtown, just steps from all the shops and services you will ever need. This 26-floor, concrete, air-conditioned building has been designed with the established White Rock resident in mind. People looking to downsize their single-family hom…

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VPCP #21 | Shift by Aragon with Luke Ramsay 13:33

5+ y ago13:33

13:33

Outdoor space defines Shift by Aragon. In fact, the entire design of Shift centres on merging indoor and outdoor spaces through stunning wall-length (up to 16 feet!) bifold doors in every home and large patios that shift away from each other to maximize space and privacy. This 6-storey, 43 unit building will have an array of 1, 2 & 3 bedroom condos…

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VPCP #20 | Brooklyn in Kelowna by Mission Group with Luke Turri 13:34

5+ y ago13:34

13:34

Mission Group is bringing Brooklyn-inspired architecture to Kelowna’s historic Bernard Avenue with the launch of their 25-storey condominium development – Brooklyn. Situated in the heart of downtown Kelowna, this architecturally stunning building boasts a walk score of 98, just steps from Okanagan Lake, exciting shops and amazing bars & restaurants…

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VPCP #19 | Vista by Dolomiti Homes with David Pankratz 14:07

5+ y ago14:07

14:07

Vista by Dolomiti Homes is a modern west coast design condo complex just steps from the Burquitlam Skytrain station in West Coquitlam. Vista offers the conveniences of urban living, near cafes & restaurants, Lougheed Town Centre, and other fantastic amenities, while also providing an abundance of parks and recreation options for nature lovers. The …

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VPCP #18 | MODE by Wesgroup with Brad Jones 14:14

5+ y ago14:14

14:14

MODE by Wesgroup is a 25-story building consisting of 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom and 3 bedroom condos starting at $499,900. Located in River District, a stunning masterplan community on 130 acres in Southeast Vancouver. With MODE, the emphasis is on value from the building’s top notch finishes to amazing amenities, including: chef kitchens, family dining…

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VPCP #17 | U-Eight in Kelowna by Mission Group with Luke Turri 16:44

5+ y ago16:44

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U-Eight by Mission Group is an exciting new development in the growing university district of Kelowna. Situated immediately south of Kelowna’s UBC Okanagan campus, this impressive condo building, located on freehold land and within walking distance to the campus, will be the 8th offering from Mission Group to this mixed use, master plan community. …

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VPCP #16 | Ovation by Domus Homes with Richard Wittstock 12:20

5+ y ago12:20

12:20

Ovation by Domus Homes sets a new standard for urban living in the thriving downtown core of New Westminster, easily one of Metro Vancouver’s most interesting and walkable neighborhoods chock full of shops, restaurants, theatres, and the popular waterfront boardwalk. This 32 storey architectural landmark features 204 homes and is characterized by i…

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VPCP #15 | Akimbo by Imani Development with Payam Imani 12:14

5+ y ago12:14

12:14

Akimbo is a 40-storey condo complex consisting of 350 residential homes located in Burnaby’s pedestrian-friendly Brentwood neighbourhood. Situated near both the Gilmore and Brentwood SkyTrain stations, this development includes one, two and three-bedroom units, as well as retail and office space on the ground level. Sure to be one of the most iconi…

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VPCP #14 | Cambridge Estates in Fort St. John with Dave Steele, CEO of Western Canadian Properties Group 24:04

6y ago24:04

24:04

Beat the Land Rush - the Top 5 Reasons to Invest in Northeast BC Real Estate Now! #1) The largest private investment in Canadian history - LNG CANADA – has just been approved. The economic impact of this $40 Billion investment on Northeast BC will be unprecedented. #2) The first phase of the project, demanding two billion feet per day, will create …

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VPCP #13 | Nude by Battistella Developments with Chris Pollen 16:25

6y ago16:25

16:25

Nude by Battistella Developments is an 18-storey hi-rise concrete tower in the heart of Calgary’s West Beltline neighbourhood – Calgary’s fastest growing community and recently voted best neighbourhood by Avenue Magazine. The building will consist of 177 units for sale with a gorgeous roof-top amenity and an option to purchase title parking. West B…

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VPCP #12 | Langford Tower by Western Canadian Properties Group with Dave Steele 17:16

6y ago17:16

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TOP FIVE REASONS YOU WANT TO BUY AT LANGFORD TOWER: (1) Langford is the fastest growing city in British Columbia (2) The annual population growth rate is currently 5% (3) The median household income is $80,000 which is higher than Victoria! (4) The average rent is $1,300/month and climbing (5) The vacancy rate is less than 2%. Don't miss this oppor…

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VPCP #11 | 50 Electronic Avenue by Panatch Group with Kush Panatch 15:48

6y ago15:48

15:48

Do you want to rock down to 50 Electronic Avenue? This development, built on the former location of the only TV manufacturing plant in BC, offers unique urban living on a historic street in Port Moody. Expertly crafted by the Panatch group, this amenity rich building offers a collection of 358 condominium residences, featuring spacious 1, 2, 3, and…

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VPCP #10 | Belleville Estate by Western Construction with Michael Uy 9:33

6+ y ago9:33

9:33

The Passive House is coming to North Vancouver, with the release of Belleville Estate by Western Construction! Located in Moodyville, North Van, these 24 townhomes will consist of 2-, 3-, & 4-bedroom offerings that combine top environmental standards & design with luxury finishes. Location, progressive design & cutting edge technology - the future …

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VPCP #9 | Nexus by Burrard Group with Doug Allan 9:21

6+ y ago9:21

9:21

Nexus is a 41-storey condo complex consisting of 382 residential units located in Seattle's burgeoning “East Village.” Available homes range from studios to three-bedroom homes, as well as destination retail on the ground level. This project is notable for its iconic stacked-and-shifted exterior, sleek interior design and next generation smart amen…

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VPCP #8 | Bravo on Broadway by Legendary with Michael Uy 9:32

6+ y ago9:32

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Bravo on Broadway is a townhouse development nestled in Vancouver’s vibrant community of Fraserhood. This newly built development is move-in ready and boasts striking New England-style architecture that uniquely complements the natural surroundings. Each residence has been meticulously planned to maximize functionality and personality. Bravo is Eas…

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VPCP #7 | Bellevue by Cressey with Jason Turcotte 13:11

6+ y ago13:11

13:11

Bellevue is a new ultra luxury boutique offering by Cressey in Dundarave. These 35 exclusive private residences showcase Cressey’s renowned craftsmanship, illustrating both intelligent design and outstanding quality. Jason Turcotte, Vice President of Development at Cressey, sits down with Matt and Adam to detail this new and exciting project hittin…

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VPCP #6 | Brookhouse Residences by James Evans with Andrew Carros 13:56

6+ y ago13:56

13:56

Brookhouse Residences is a collection of 10 brand new exclusive homes in a heritage building, coming soon to East Vancouver. Expertly crafted by heritage developer James Evans, these unique 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units seek to preserve as much of the original components as possible to accurately maintain the historical characteristics of the building. …

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VPCP #5 | Hudson Place One by Townline with Chris Colbeck 10:24

6+ y ago10:24

10:24

Townline’s Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Chris Colbeck, outlines Hudson Place One, a landmark building coming soon to downtown Victoria. This 25-storey development of intelligently-designed 1, 2 and 3-bedroom homes boasts elevated views of the city, inner harbour and surrounding mountains. A luxurious offering in the heart of a vibrant and e…

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VPCP #4 | Hudson & Singer by Tridecca Developments with Trevor Street 13:12

6+ y ago13:12

13:12

Managing Partner of The Partners Marketing Group, Trevor Street, joins Adam and Matt to discuss Hudson & Singer, an artful, modern condominium community coming to Langley Township’s bustling Willoughby neighbourhood. The development has 152 units and is scheduled for completion in 2019. Willoughby’s new standard for luxury!…

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VPCP #3 | Lily Terrace by Lanstone Homes with Lanson Foster 7:25

6+ y ago7:25

7:25

President of Lanstone Homes, Lanson Foster, joins Adam and Matt to discuss Lily Terrace – An exclusive collection of 24 modern signature residences and boutique commercial spaces located in the heart of Fort Langley. High end condo living in a unique community environment!By Adam and Matt Scalena

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VPCP #2 | Chelsea by Cressey with Jason Turcotte 10:36

6+ y ago10:36

10:36

Vice President of Development at Cressey Development Group, Jason Turcotte, joins Adam and Matt to discuss Chelsea - 79 carefully considered one, two and three bedroom condos and townhomes located at 30th Avenue & Cambie Street, Vancouver. Is this the most exciting project to hit the Cambie corridor?…

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VPCP #1 | The Georgia by Whitetail Homes with Trevor Street 8:23

6+ y ago8:23

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Managing Partner of The Partners Marketing Group, Trevor Street, joins Adam and Matt to discuss The Georgia – Langley’s most exquisite new condominium development featuring two 5 storey buildings situated on the edge of Downtown Langley.By Adam and Matt Scalena

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Episode 16 - Tishaura Jones 49:45

7+ y ago49:45

49:45

Just a week ahead of the decisive Democratic primary in the St. Louis City mayoral contest, our guest is city Treasurer and mayoral candidate Tishaura Jones. We have also spoken to mayoral candidates Lewis Reed, President of the Board of Aldermen (listen to Lewis on the Future Great City podcast) and Lyda Krewson, Alderwoman for the 28th Ward (list…

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Episode 15-2 - Lewis Reed 28:33

8y ago28:33

28:33

Our guest this week is St. Louis City President of the Board of Aldermen and mayoral candidate, Lewis Reed. Reed became the second official candidate for Room 200, a seat occupied by Mayor Francis Slay for the past 15 years. 28th Ward alderwoman Lyda Krewson was the first to announce a run in June. Listen to Lyda on the Future Great City podcast he…

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Episode 15-1 - Lewis Reed 48:41

8y ago48:41

48:41

Our guest this week is St. Louis City President of the Board of Aldermen and mayoral candidate, Lewis Reed. Reed became the second official candidate for Room 200, a seat occupied by Mayor Francis Slay for the past 15 years. 28th Ward alderwoman Lyda Krewson was the first to announce a run in June. Listen to Lyda on the Future Great City podcast he…

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Episode 14 - John Schneider 32:42

8y ago32:42

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In this episode we speak with "Mr. Streetcar" John Schneider of Cincinnati. A longtime downtown resident there, John has been instrumental in the biggest civic infrastructure projects in that city over the past 30 years. This episode was recorded at the 21C Hotel on the streetcar line in downtown Cincinnati. John Schneider was a board member of Dow…

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Episode 13 - Umar Lee 50:56

8y ago50:56

50:56

In this episode we speak with Umar Lee of St. Louis, an activist, author, and former cab driver. Lee became known to many during the 2014 protests in Ferguson following the killing of Michael Brow. He was also a vocal presence during the debate surrounding the entry of ride sharing services in St. Louis such as Lyft and Uber. We spoke with Lee abou…

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Episode 12 - David Dayen 50:21

8y ago50:21

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David will be speaking at SPACE Architecture + Design this Thursday. The event is free and open to the public, but you are asked to please click here to register. The event is presented by nextSTL and Left Bank Books. Copies of Chain of Title will be available to purchase. _________ In this episode we speak with David Dayen, author of Chain of Titl…

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Episode 11 - Lyda Krewson 59:16

8y ago59:16

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Two weeks ago, City of St. Louis Alderwoman Lyda Krewson announced her candidacy for mayor. We speak with her about the 28th Ward, why she first decided to run for city office, how she has approached her run for mayor, and more. Krewson, the chief financial officer of PGAV Architects, was first elected to the city's Board of Aldermen in 1997 in a s…

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Episode 10 - Development Roundup with Greg Johnson 42:16

8+ y ago42:16

42:16

In this episode we speak with regular nextSTL contributor Greg Johnson. We attempt to cover the boom in development news from across St. Louis from the riverfront westward. From CityArchRiver to the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency to the Alverne to Jefferson Arms and on and on, we cover a lot of ground! With so much happening here, our disc…

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Episode 9 - Rasheen Aldridge, Jr. 50:02

8+ y ago50:02

50:02

In this episode we speak with Rasheen Aldridge, Jr. Born and raised in St. Louis, Rasheen is a community organizer and activist. Growing up in the City of St. Louis, he attended the suburban Parkway school district. Rasheen is currently enrolled at Forest Park Community College and is a candidate for 5th Ward Democratic committeeman. Named to the F…

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Episode 8 - Megan Ellyia-Green 49:11

8+ y ago49:11

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In this episode we speak with Megan Ellyia-Green, 15the Ward alderwoman in the City of St. Louis. Originally from upstate New York, Megan attended Penn State University before earning a Masters in Education and Leadership from Saint Louis University. She was elected to represent one of city’s 28 wards in 2014 following the resignation of Jennifer F…

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Episode 7 - Scott Ogilvie 48:10

8+ y ago48:10

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In this episode we speak with Scott Ogilvie, 24th Ward alderman in the City of St. Louis. Twice elected from the neighborhoods south of Forest Park, Scott has become known for asking difficult policy questions of the city and his colleagues, while pushing for political reform and good governance. Ogilvie has won support and earned critics by being …

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Episode 6 - Jeff Rainford 44:39

8+ y ago44:39

44:39

In this episode we speak with Jeff Rainford, an independent public policy consultant who is best known for his 14 years as chief of staff to four-term City of St. Louis Mayor Francis Slay. Described by friends and foes alike as fierce and effective, he was instrumental in returning control of the city’s police department to the city for the first t…

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Episode 5 - Ralph Pfemmer 37:07

8+ y ago37:07

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In this episode we speak with Ralph Pfremmer Executive Director of Trailnet. The organization’s mission is to “lead in fostering healthy, active and vibrant communities where walking, bicycling and the use of public transit are a way of life” through programs, transportation planning, and policy initiatives. Most recently, Trailnet weighed in on pl…

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Episode 4 - Ben Hilliker 40:06

8+ y ago40:06

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In this episode we speak with Ben Hilliker, the founder and CEO of Hilliker Corp., a commercial real estate firm in St. Louis. Ben graduated from Washington University in St. Louis and was President of an engineering firm with offices in five cities, prior to entering the commercial real estate field. In 1973, Ben sold the engineering firm and went…

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Episode 3 - Sarah Kendzior 35:23

8+ y ago35:23

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In this episode we speak with Sarah Kendzior, a freelance writer living in St. Louis. She has written about exploitation, particularly in higher education, the diminishing opportunities of America’s youth, and inequality and gentrification. Sarah has also covered internet privacy, political repression, and how the media shape public perception. A c…

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Episode 2 - Sean Spencer 33:22

8+ y ago33:22

33:22

In this episode we speak with Sean Spencer, Executive Director of the newly reconstituted and expanded Tower Grove Neighborhoods Community Development Corporation. The organization is a consolidation of Grand Oak Hill Community Corporation, Southwest Garden Housing Corporation and Shaw Neighborhood Housing Corporation. The TGNCDC serves an area of …

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Episode 1 - Michael Allen 41:22

8+ y ago41:22

41:22

In this episode we speak with architectural historian Michael Allen about the state of historic preservation and the built environment in St. Louis. His work can be found at his new site, Building Culture. nextSTL began as the St. Louis Urban Workshop in 2009. Since then, the site has continued to incorporate more voices across more platforms to te…

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Episode 0 - Future Great City Intro 8:44

9y ago8:44

8:44

It’s nextSTL.com in a podcast! In this preview episode we speak with nextSTL contributor Greg Johnson and preview the podcast, sharing thoughts on St. Louis, the website, and what upcoming episodes of the podcast will offer. Get ready for the Future Great City podcast from St. Louis and nextSTL.com! This may only be a 9-minute preview, but we cover…

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