In this step-above-luxury townhome development, Niklas Group’s trademark sense of sumptuous design feels right at home in the Bohemian surrounds of the Mission district — a neighbourhood well known for its steady surge of urban energy.

“It’s a terrific location to begin with,” says Donna Zibresky, Sales Manager for Niklas Group. “It sits right on the edge of downtown, so owners can walk to work; it’s also in a quiet spot near the river, where owners can relax after a long day and feel miles away from the stresses of daily life. And all the while, there are countless shops, restaurants and entertainment amenities mere minutes away.”

Another Mission First point of distinction: it reflects the collaborative vision of Niklas Group and renowned Calgary-based design group Baboushkin Design. The sophisticated European styling — .007 chic, you might call it — fuses metal and glass, stucco and wood to forge an attitude of edgy ultra-modernism. “It has that funky infill feel to it — cutting-edge functionality with an unabashed sense of dramatic style,” Zibresky explains.

“Mission First will strike a stunning architectural pose at the heart of this historic district, beckoning a very lucky few to its promise of luxury, comfort and style.”

Located on the corner of 1st Street and 24th Avenue S.W., Mission First includes only 10 homes — eight two-level townhomes capped by two exquisite penthouse suites.

The sole one-bedroom townhome measures 1,260 square-feet, while the remainder of the lower townhomes range from 1,271 to 1,797 square-feet with two spacious bedrooms. Up above, the two penthouse suites — stunning spaces that far surpass swanky — span 1,852 and 1,943 square-feet.

Over the past 10 years, Niklas Group has created a sleek collection of highly successful multi-family properties in Calgary’s inner city. Like its predecessors, Mission First will be decked out in only the finest finishes and furnishings.

Flooring that mixes engineered walnut hardwood, porcelain tile and an eight-pound shag carpet. Dazzling quartz countertops and a glass mosaic kitchen backsplash. Distinctive wallpaper that gives the powder room a slick design twist.

These are just a few of Mission First’s refined design features.

“Niklas Group has always maintained extremely high standards of design, quality and energy efficiency. Our buyers needn’t worry about upgrading. There’s really nowhere to go but down.”

Among Mission First’s most innovative design features is its QuietRock party wall system, which incorporates sound proofing drywall into the wall design. One layer of QuietRock is equivalent to eight layers of drywall and reduces sound transference by converting sound waves to heat. QuietRock is a standard in all Niklas Group projects.

Most Mission First townhomes have a stamped concrete yard — ideal for potted plants — and a spacious, sun-swept balcony. Some even have two.

Mission First targets a very select market of urban professionals or retirees and empty nesters who want the convenience of an inner city condo rich in executive elegance and free from the congestion of a high-rise tower. “This is no cookie-cutter condo,” says Zibresky. “It offers a very distinctive lifestyle and, with only 10 suites, a highly exclusive address.” Current prices start at $549,900, and pre-sales are now underway. CL

FAST FACTS:

Community: Mission District
Project: Mission First
Developer: Niklas Group
Style: Townhomes & Penthouse Suites
Size: 1,260 to 1,943 sq. ft.
Price: Starting at $549,900
Address: 1st Street & 24 Avenue S.W.
Sales Centre: 1503 15 Avenue S.W.
Hours: Mon to Wed, Sat & Sun – noon to 5 pm., Thurs - noon to 7 pm., Weekday evenings by appointment only.
Website: http://www.niklasgroup.com