Amson Square 14412 and 14462 72nd Avenue Surrey 90 homes is two buildings by Asmon Group
Amson Group takes a ‘very contemporary, modern approach to the design’ of its Amson Square development in Surrey
Simon Briault
The Province
Amson Square is nothing if not striking. Designed by DF Architecture, this 90-unit residential development in Surrey has had buyers marvelling at the modern lines, the multi-coloured panel siding and the heritage brick that will surround the project’s two buildings.
“We have taken a very contemporary, modern approach to the design of this community,” said Hardeep Sahota, director of operations at Amson Group, the developers behind the project. “You won’t see too many buildings like this south of the Fraser River.”
“We’ve incorporated big squares that cantilever off the side of the buildings, which is one of the reasons why we called it Amson Square,” Sahota added. “There are beautiful, 25-feet high glass lobbies on each side lit by grand chandeliers and we’ve put a lot of effort into the amenity spaces in the buildings too.”
Jag Athwal, a realtor from Surrey, recommended Amson Square to two of his clients. In fact, he was so impressed with what he saw that he also bought one for himself.
“I really liked the look of the buildings once I saw the renderings,” he said. “I think it’s going to be a very nice addition to that neighbourhood. The other reason I thought it was a good investment was that there will be commercial space at the bottom, which adds a lot of convenience for residents.”
“With clients, our starting point is to assess what they’re looking for and in what area,” Athwal added. “Once we have a better understanding of what their needs are and what they’re looking for in a condominium, then we show them some options. Amson Square really fit my clients’ needs perfectly.”
Amson Square will be situated at 72nd Avenue and 144 Street, within walking distance of a wide range of restaurants, shops and services. Local highlights include Browns Social House, Planet India, Starbucks and Tim Hortons. Surrey Lake Park is also close by, offering a 1.5-kilometre nature walk and 90 acres of tranquil green space that has become a haven for wildlife.
Amson Square is close to a YMCA, a community centre and no fewer than 12 local elementary schools. Local grocery options include Real Canadian Superstore, Costco, Save-On-Foods and Fresh St. Market. Kwantlen Polytechnic University is also listed on the project’s website as one of the local educational institutions, the Guildford Golf & Country Club is a five-minute drive away and transit connections are easily accessible.
“There’s a direct bus service to UBC that goes right past our development – a public-private partnership between Translink and a private company,” said Sahota. “If you have kids that eventually go to UBC, you’ll be able to wave them off on the bus right from your window.”
“I grew up just down the street from this project,” Sahota added. “We designed this development so that it would be somewhere people would want to raise a family. It’s a very family-oriented neighbourhood here and our building reflects that for sure. We’ve had interest from lots of first-time homebuyers as well as investors who feel strongly about the community, live close by and see the potential in the local rental market. We’ve also had downsizers looking to purchase as well.”
Homes now on sale at Amson Square have either junior two or junior three bedrooms ranging in size from 665 to 1,176 square feet, with prices starting at $429,900.
The development features two shared rooftop amenity spaces. These include community garden beds, outdoor barbeque and dining areas and two play structures. There are also interior amenity spaces with lounges, full kitchens, washrooms and entertainment areas.
“When you walk into our sales centre, what you see is what you get,” said Sahota. “You get the premium appliances, air conditioning in every home, all the millwork, and a premium lighting package too.”
Kitchens will have soft-close fixtures on all cabinetry, engineered quartz countertops and polished tile backsplashes. The appliance packages are by Bosch, Samsung and Panasonic. Bathrooms will have floating-look vanities, continuous floor-to-wall tile, undermount porcelain sinks and frameless walk-in showers with hand-held faucets.
“I’ve lived nearby for while now, long enough to know about all the amenities we have in the neighbourhood,” said Athwal. “I’ve seen Surrey grow so much over the years and the convenience that’s built into the community.”
“Having renderings for Amson Square really helps people visualize what they’re going to be getting,” Athwal added. “They look amazing. It’s going to be such a beautiful development. Then when you can walk through the display suite and see the materials and finishes, it just completes the picture for you.”
Construction has just begun on Amson Square and the developers expect people will be able to start moving in by the spring of 2022. The sales centre at unit 102, 15385 56th Ave. is open from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. every day except Fridays.
Amson Square
Project location: 14412 and 14462 – 72nd Ave.
Project size: 90 homes with either junior two or junior three bedrooms ranging in size from 665 to 1,176 square feet, with prices starting at $429,900.
Developer: Amson Group
Architect: DF Architecture
Interior designer: Collaborative Design Studio
Sales centre: Unit 102, 15385 56th Ave., Surrey, B.C.
Hours: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. every day except Fridays
Sales phone: 604.372.2510
Website: www.amsonsquare.com
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