Journal Tag

live-work

3 articles tagged "live-work" from Rain City Properties.

Brick industrial building in Mount Pleasant's Brewery Creek district with artist studios visible through large windows

Neighbourhood Guides 9 min read

Brewery Creek: How Mount Pleasant Became Vancouver's Live-Work Capital

The story of how a cluster of industrial buildings south of False Creek became the densest concentration of artist live-work space in Western Canada — and why it still matters in 2026.

Greyden Douglas - April 3, 2026

Industrial live-work loft interior with high ceilings, exposed brick, and large windows overlooking Vancouver

Buying Guides 14 min read

The Complete Guide to Live-Work Lofts in Vancouver (2026)

Everything you need to know about buying a live-work loft in Vancouver — from zoning and permitted uses to mortgage quirks, tax implications, and the best buildings on the market.

Greyden Douglas - April 3, 2026

Split view of a Vancouver live-work loft studio space and a standard condo home office setup

Market Insights 8 min read

Live-Work vs. Home-Based Business in Vancouver: What the Zoning Actually Means

Vancouver has separate rules for live-work units and home-based businesses — and confusing them can cost you a business licence, a tax bill, or a strata fine. Here's the difference.

Greyden Douglas - April 3, 2026