NEWS photo Paut McGrath (LEFT to right) Jim and Jean Roberts played host to Toshiaki Goto, Takao Ito and Tetsuo Taku recenily at the Atrium on Parkgate adult condominium development. The trio from Osaka were interested in the “barrier free” concept of the design. Atrium attracts attention fr A Japanese trade dele- gation paid a recent visit to the brand new adult condominium the Atrium on Parkgate to learn first-hand of this unique North Shore development. Tetsuo Taku, general man- ager the Ageless Centre and Asahi Shimbun newspaper deputy manager Tokiaki Goto, both from Osaka Japan, were given a tour Feb. 10 by the developments founding mem- bers Jim and Jean Roberts. The Atrium is the first of its kind in British Columbia; the concept being brought here by the Roberts from Sherwood Park, Alberta, where the Pioneer Court has been very successful for over 25 years. m Japanese interests The Roberts report the Japanese visitors have an inter- est in the “barrier free” aspect of the Atrium. The unique 54-suite build- ing at 1188 Parkgate Ave. in North Vancouver features two glass-covered atriums, each leading to the entrances of the suites; and where one can “catch the action” of social and leisure activities of many kinds. | The Alexanders. “731 -7821 x NEW LISTING =x SELECT VIEW TOWNHOME OPEN SUN 2-4 263 EAST KEITH ROAD ‘| Spacious 3 bdrm townhome in unique 3 unit complex, featuring large liv. rm. — a | with Valor gas fire, ample kitchen with eating area, huge storage room, private & garage, 2 decks, 3 balconies, 5 skylites, 6 closets and water view! All surrounded by an award-winning garden in a prime Heritage. Newly available - a ‘l for $269,900. View now with Esther & Alex. THE ALEXANDERS 731-7821 24 hours. HAA RR OY A RSS ANT * Homes open onto an atrium covered courtyard for a secure, intimate community feeling * Bright windows on two sides of each home and spacious patios or deck ° Fabuious amenities include hobby room, games - room, lounge with kitchen and workshop Two bedroom homes affordably priced from $171,900 including net GST, 4 appliances and mini-blinds. Large efficient 1 bedroom, 2 bath corner suite. 800 sq.ft. vaulted ceilings facing West onto Norgate Park. #205-1523 BOWSER AVE. THE HEMLOCK PLAN Cramatic 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 level corner suite, very bright and sunny with lots of in-suite § storage ideal for retirees or ; a couple starting a family. #207-1513 BOWSER AVE. THE BIRCH PLAN Very elegant 3 level townhome. 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths. Over 1600 sq.ft. * plus a fenced yard. Call for an appointment to view. 1562 BOWSER AVE. MU. Seymour Parkway Plymouth Drive Visit Our Display. “Suite Open ‘Daily. “12 4. pm. (except Fridays) sy 1188 Parkgate = = 929-24 “North Vancouver * All suites include gas fireplace, 7 appliances, dow coverings and allows pets! sutton ‘group.;-heritage west realty. » ... ANINDEPENDENT MEMBER 6ROKER 263-1433