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April 16, 2019

West Campus Development Trust’s University District Welcomes Esquire from Truman

Beautiful lifestyle amenities at your doorstep in NW Calgary

West Campus Development Trust (the Trust) and Calgary home builder Truman are pleased to announce the upcoming launch of Esquire, a distinguished condominium residence within University District. Combining Truman’s award-winning design and premium fixtures and finishes, Esquire will offer one, two and three-bedroom single level residences, complete with on-site amenities that will provide a luxurious and uncomplicated daily living experience. The official launch will take place on Saturday, April 27.

“Truman is well acquainted with University District, as their Maple and Noble projects have already successfully launched in our community,” says James Robertson, President and CEO of West Campus Development Trust. “Esquire embodies the local, connected and convenient urban lifestyle we are creating through mindful and sustainable design.”

 


Esquire Residence. Courtesy of Truman

 

Esquire offers luxurious and effortless living for its residents with an array of features and exclusive amenities in the building, including a 24-hour fitness centre, spin studio, multi-purpose movement studio, pet spa with a washing and grooming station, a bike repair room, as well as a workshop for DIY hobbyists and underground parking. Outside, the residence will offer a courtyard, lawn and barbeque area, perfect for lounging or entertaining.  Further, Esquire is a distinguished and built green gold building, placing sustainability and efficiency top-of-mind in its design.


Residents an select from six nonpareil palettes. Courtesy of Truman.

 

Thoughtful and functional design is at the core of Esquire, with a strong focus on customization. Residents can select from a variety of colour palettes and flooring options. Further, each residence offers triple-pane oversized windows, an expansive kitchen island with an integrated eating area that can seat six people, custom-made Lewis Dolin kitchen cabinet hardware and brilliant custom-made kitchen lighting.

Esquire residents will enjoy kitchen appliances from Panasonic, Elica Palermo, Fisher and Paykel, as well as a 30-inch gas range with convection oven and an integrated dishwasher.

The distinguished residences at Esquire feature light-filled spaces and beautiful backdrops, perfect for entertaining guests and enjoying everyday life, says Oliver Trutina, Vice-President of Truman. “Residents of Esquire will not only be neighbours with the great facilities that surround University District, but they’ll also have exclusive access to the on-site amenities that Esquire has to offer such as a gym, pet spa and workshop, to name a few.”

Upon completion, Esquire will be comprised of 185 single-level residences in two four-storey buildings, ranging in size from 652 square feet to 1,237 square feet, with a starting price point of $291,370.

Residents will also benefit from convenient access to the many conveniences of University District, including a nine-block retail district home to grocery stores, restaurants, services, shopping, and numerous transportation and commuting choices. The community’s urban dog park, North Pond and Northwest Commons Park are also close at hand.

Esquire is a short distance from the University of Calgary, the Alberta Children’s Hospital, Foothills Medical Centre, Tom Baker Cancer Centre, the University C-Train station and nearby shopping districts.

University District is focused on creating a positive everyday experience, by promoting social and environmental responsibility, a healthy lifestyle, housing affordability, open space and connections with other people. Visit myuniversitydistrict.ca or liveatesquire.com for more information, or sign up for the newsletter to be notified about exciting announcements, updates and events from West Campus Development Trust.

 

About West Campus Development Trust

West Campus Development Trust (the Trust) was created by the University of Calgary to oversee the development of the lands known as University District. With a financial model that provides an innovative approach to land development, profits from the Trust are directed back to the University to fuel its academic mission. Setting a high standard for sustainable neighbourhood design, the Trust has created and led a progressive community Master Plan for 200 acres of land. With quality, design and expertise at the forefront, its team and 14-member board of directors are dedicated to creating the city’s premier urban residential community. True to fundamental values of transparency, collaboration and mindful progress, the Trust is creating amazing places for people to thrive.

 

About University District

To the west of the University of Calgary and overlooking the Bow River and Rocky Mountains, University District is a comprehensive 200-acre community with a bold new vision for urban life in Calgary. Through a collaborative, people-first design process, the master planning and thorough engagement program forged strong respect between local stakeholders and the Trust. The neighbourhood applies the best ideas in city design and incorporates the wants and needs of surrounding legacy communities – weaving current aesthetic, technology and lifestyle options into the strong social fabric of the city. For more information about University District, visit its Discovery Centre at 4410 University Ave. N.W., Calgary (just north of the Alberta Children’s Hospital) or go online: myuniversitydistrict.ca and visit Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, #UDLife.

 

Media Relations Contact:

Maureen Henderson
Director, Marketing & Communications
West Campus Development Trust
mhenderson@ucpg.ca 
403-992-8388

Paula Worthington
Worthington PR & Story
paula@worthingtonpr.com
(403) 585-2429