The landscape surrounding a residential development defines how residents experience a place every day. At CTQ Consultants, we believe exceptional landscape architecture creates meaningful connections between people, nature, and community. That philosophy is reflected in our work on MOVALA, the landmark Kelowna waterfront development recently recognized with the prestigious Georgie Award for Best Multi-Family Mid/High Rise Development by the British Columbia chapter of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA BC).
This provincial recognition celebrates excellence in residential development, design, and construction across British Columbia. MOVALA’s achievement highlights the collaborative efforts of an exceptional project team, including developer Stober Group, builder Greyback Construction, interior designer Begrand Fast Design, and numerous consulting partners who helped bring the vision to life.
A Landmark Development in the Heart of Pandosy
Located in Kelowna’s sought-after South Pandosy neighbourhood, MOVALA consists of two architecturally distinctive residential towers that have become a defining feature of the city’s evolving waterfront skyline. The development’s curved, stepped-terrace design maximizes views of Okanagan Lake, surrounding mountains, and natural light throughout the community.
Beyond its striking architecture, MOVALA was envisioned as a complete lifestyle destination—one that embraces the unique character of the Okanagan while fostering a strong sense of community and connection to the outdoors. This vision extends beyond the buildings and into the landscape.
The Role of Landscape Architecture in Creating Exceptional Communities
As the project’s landscape architecture consultants, CTQ worked closely with the broader design team to create outdoor spaces that complement MOVALA’s architectural vision while enhancing the resident experience.
For a high-profile waterfront development such as MOVALA, every outdoor space needed to contribute to a cohesive sense of place while responding to the unique opportunities and challenges of the site.
The result is a landscape environment that supports relaxation, social interaction, wellness, and connection to the surrounding community — key elements in the overall success of a residential development.
Designing for the Okanagan Lifestyle
One of the defining characteristics of life in the Okanagan is the strong connection residents have with the outdoors. MOVALA’s landscape design was developed with this lifestyle in mind.
Outdoor amenity spaces serve as natural extensions of residents’ homes, providing opportunities to gather, entertain, exercise, and unwind while enjoying the region’s exceptional climate and waterfront setting.
The integration of planting, hardscape elements, circulation routes, and amenity areas helps create a seamless relationship between the built and natural environments.
Collaboration Behind an Award-Winning Development
Projects recognized at the Georgie Awards represent some of the highest standards of excellence in British Columbia’s homebuilding industry. The awards are judged by industry professionals and celebrate achievements across architecture, construction, design, landscaping, and community development.
MOVALA’s success is a testament to the power of collaboration among developers, architects, engineers, designers, consultants, and contractors who worked together toward a shared vision.
At CTQ, we are proud to have contributed our landscape architecture expertise as part of this accomplished project team. Our involvement reflects our commitment to creating outdoor environments that not only support architectural excellence but also enrich the daily lives of those who live, work, and gather within these spaces.
