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The Cove at James Bay

Overview

A Contemporary Addition to James Bay


Developed by Starlight, The Cove at James Bay is a collection of one- and two-bedroom rental townhomes within an established residential community in Victoria. The project introduces a more intimate form of housing alongside the existing towers, with direct connections to landscaped outdoor amenities.

  • Victoria B.C.
  • Completed in 2023
  • Townhomes
  • The development uses a stacked townhouse arrangement, with single-story one-bedroom homes at grade and two-story, two-bedroom homes above. This creates a compact building form while giving each home its own distinct entry and identity.
  • The building steps vertically at its midpoint to accommodate the changing site elevation. Half the homes face the street while the remainder overlook the existing pool, allowing the project to respond naturally to both the topography and its surroundings.
  • Upper homes are reached by stair to their main living level, while lower homes are recessed into the grade and open onto generous patios. Residents also benefit from balconies, rooftop patios, a shared barbecue area, and access to the existing pool.