There are places that change the way you think about home. Portfolio 1530 was envisioned as one of them. Set above Penticton and the Naramata Bench, this 80-acre hillside community is designed around a simple idea: architecture should belong to the land, not compete with it.
Every road, view corridor, and homesite has been carefully studied to preserve the raw beauty of the South Okanagan while creating a new standard for country luxury living.
At the core of the project is a philosophy we call “A Return to Form.” It is a move toward simplicity, timeless architecture, and a deeper connection to nature. The community is shaped by principles like “Less is More,” “Naturally Integrated,” and “Timelessly Aesthetic” — values that influence everything from building placement and materials to environmental stewardship and long-term livability.
“It’s a slowing down, a simplification. A reminder of what really matters.”
Portfolio 1530 is intentionally limited in scale. The vision includes only thirty-two estate lots ranging from approximately one to five acres, positioned to capture panoramic views stretching from Okanagan Lake to Skaha Lake. The land is bordered by ALR and crown land, creating a rare sense of privacy and permanence that is increasingly difficult to find in the Okanagan.
The land itself carries a rare piece of Canadian history. The site’s spectacular vantage point was featured on the Canadian $100 bill first issued in 1954 as part of the Bank of Canada’s “Canadian Landscape Series.” Adapted from a 1947 photograph by Canadian Pacific Railway photographer Nicholas Morant, the image helped introduce the beauty of the South Okanagan to millions of Canadians over more than two decades of circulation. Today, that same landscape remains largely intact: a timeless backdrop for Portfolio 1530.
A Landscape First
Environmental preservation is not an afterthought; it is foundational to the project. Approximately seventy-five percent of the site is planned to remain undisturbed in its natural state, including a proposed 12-acre park dedication adjacent to Campbell Mountain. Wildlife corridors, tree preservation strategies, and sensitive building guidelines are all intended to ensure the landscape remains as important as the homes themselves.
Architecture That Belongs to the Land
The architecture draws inspiration from some of the world’s most respected modernist designers, including Richard Neutra, Arthur Erickson, Joseph Eichler, and Olson Kundig. Clean lines, restrained forms, natural materials, and seamless indoor-outdoor living define the visual language of the community. The result is not just a collection of homes, but a carefully curated lifestyle rooted in the identity of the South Okanagan. Portfolio 1530 is designed for people who value authenticity, quiet luxury, and a meaningful connection to place.
