Grand Opening: The Austin High-Rise Development (Coquitlam)

Chris Dikeakos Architects, Inc. (CDA) is pleased to announce the grand opening of The Austin, a gateway project for the Austin Heights neighbourhood. This 19-storey tower, tucked away in the growing community of Coquitlam, was brought to life by CDA in collaboration with Beedie Development Group.

Rising above the Coquitlam suburb, with stunning views of mountains in the north and the majestic Fraser valley in the south, The Austin leaves a lasting impression with its elegant, understated architecture and attention to fine detail.   

As part of a city-backed revitalization effort, The Austin is the first of several new buildings that aim to densify the Austin Heights area, which is set to become a successful commercial and residential hub for the community. The tower’s high-density dwelling units—133 in total—give new and existing residents an alternative to the mainly single-family and 3-storey, low-rise developments in the surrounding area. In addition to providing much-needed residential space to the community, The Austin also brings 4,044 square feet of premium commercial space to the table. Tim Horton's is one of the first organizations to secure commercial space within The Austin.

With stone cladding and large, glazed panels highlighting the podium; a stylishly curved, glass corner on Austin Avenue and Blue Mountain Street; and a prominent column/light feature showcasing local art, The Austin is a flagship development with an eye for things to come. Outdoor features include a private landscaped recreation area, with a south-facing sun deck, and a BBQ, fireplace, and children’s play area. Indoor amenities include a guest suite, fitness room, yoga studio, and social room.

Construction of The Austin commenced on July 2012, and the building was ready for occupancy in July of 2014.

About Chris Dikeakos Architects, Inc.
CDA is an award-winning Vancouver architecture firm. The popular appeal and uniqueness of our projects has positioned us as one of North America’s leaders in multi-unit, hi-rise residential, and entertainment design. Our team is highly respected for its proficiency in all facets of the design process. Our goal is to surpass clients’ needs by tailoring our solutions from start to finish—from concept and design development, to construction drawings and site services, site capacity studies, master planning, and urban design and rezoning work.