Rize

Between study and story, Koto rewrites student life.⁠ #rize #rizeproperties #studenthousing #sfuunivercity #simonfraserunivercity #burnabymountain

It’s a space to reset between classes, meet friends for a study break, or simply pause and take in the view. Designed to extend your living space outdoors, the terrace connects you to nature, to campus, and to a community that feels like home.

At Koto, even your downtime has a view. Step out onto the terrace and you’ll find more than just an amenity, you’ll find your backdrop. Burnaby Mountain stretches out before you, with tranquil walking trails and fresh mountain air just steps away.

At Rize, we’re inspired by projects like this because they show that housing can go beyond utility. Thoughtful design, innovative materials, and community-first thinking can and should shape the way we build homes. 📷 José Hevia

Built with local timber, arranged around a shared courtyard, and designed without corridors, the homes maximize space, light, and neighbourly connection.

This month’s City Focus takes us to Barcelona, where Peris + Toral Arquitectes are reimagining what social housing can be. Their project of 85 timber-framed residences is a statement in design, sustainability, and community.

Somewhere between study and story, Koto rewrites student life. A new place. A fresh page. Ready for your story. We can’t wait to welcome students home next fall. #rize #rizeproperties #studenthousing #sfuunivercity #simonfraserunivercity #burnabymountain

Home at Koto is vibrant and design-forward, a place where student life unfolds with energy and intention, and where life-long connections are waiting to be made. Here, neighbours become community, and community becomes friends.

Introducing Koto. Our student housing community on Burnaby Mountain.

Whether you're sipping coffee on your balcony or unwinding after a long day, the views here are a daily reminder that you’ve found something special. We can’t wait to welcome you home.

At Comma King George, your surroundings are part of the experience. Enjoy sweeping views of the mountains, lush green parks, and the dynamic urban skyline—all from the comfort of your own home.

This is co-living with intent. Built for belonging.

Are the sunsets better in LA? We think so. At Barrington, the design leans into connection over isolation, rethinking co-living housing for how we actually live now. We’re for architecture that doesn’t just look good, but builds a sense of place.

Architects: Austin Maynard Architects 📸: Tom Ross

This edition of City Focus takes us to Brunswick, an eclectic inner-north suburb of Melbourne, where ParkLife by Austin Maynard Architects redefines sustainable apartment living. ⁠

#rize #rizeproperties #commaproperties #commakinggeorge #surreybc #amenities #sharedspaces #newrentals

Thank you to our team, project partners, and trades for bringing this project across the finish line. Your hard work has added 392 new homes to a vibrant and growing community. We remain committed to creating places that matter—building for today, tomorrow, and the future.

Comma King George has received its occupancy permit and is ready to welcome tenants and new commercial businesses to downtown Surrey.

Inside, the colourway continues—bringing warmth to common areas, art and our mural that frames the lobby entrance. We believe rental homes shouldn’t be boring—and design should always make you feel at home. @MintoApartments

At The Hyland, raw materials meet refined intention. Corten steel wraps the building in warmth and contrast —weathering to a rich patina that grounds the architecture in place and time.