The project mandate was to be a neighbourhood of strata-titled housing for people in the second half of life that would be affordable, environmentally friendly, and socially/culturally supportive, allowing people to flourish through mutual support as they age in place and in community. Harbourside is located on the waterfront within walking distance of the Sooke Town Centre within easy access of grocery stores, pharmacies, banks, restaurants, coffee shops, post office and other facilities. The property is 2.75 acres, has a private dock with waterfront gazebo and incorporates the original resort building as the common house. The materials and mechanical systems were selected to achieve Built-Green Canada Gold standards.