Multiplex & Matcha with Maria: Bringing Vancouver's Missing-Middle Community Together

On Saturday, July 25, we had the pleasure of hosting another Meet Me in the Middle event, this time with a special edition: Multiplex & Matcha with Maria.

What began as an idea to bring together Vancouver's small-scale development community quickly became a morning filled with meaningful conversations, new connections, and shared excitement about the future of housing in our city.

From developers and builders to architects, designers, consultants, lenders, and other industry professionals, the room was full of people who are helping shape the future of Vancouver's missing-middle housing.

Buying or selling a home is more than just a transaction—it’s a life-changing experience. That’s why we are dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized service for every client we work with. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, upgrading to your dream home, or downsizing for the next chapter, our team brings local expertise, proven marketing strategies, and a commitment to achieving the best results for you.

We pride ourselves on building strong relationships based on trust, communication, and results. From the first conversation to the final handshake, we’ll be by your side to ensure a smooth, successful real estate journey.

More Than Networking

At its core, Multiplex & Matcha isn't about exchanging business cards.

It's about creating a community.

As Vancouver continues to embrace multiplex housing, the opportunities for collaboration have never been greater. Bringing together professionals from different parts of the industry allows ideas to be shared, partnerships to form, and projects to move forward.

We're grateful to everyone who attended and contributed to such a positive and engaging morning.

Why Multiplex Housing Matters

Small-scale multi-unit housing is changing the way Vancouver grows.

Multiplex homes create more housing choices while fitting naturally into existing neighbourhoods. They provide opportunities for homeowners, developers, investors, and buyers looking for thoughtful, well-designed homes in established communities.

Our goal is to help educate, connect, and support everyone involved in this exciting segment of the market.

Coming Soon: Multiplex Tours

One of the most common questions we hear is:

"Can I actually walk through a completed multiplex home?"

The answer is yes.

We're excited to launch Multiplex Tours—guided tours of completed multiplex homes across Vancouver.

Whether you're:

  • considering buying a multiplex home,
  • curious about layouts, finishes, and design,
  • exploring the market,
  • or simply want to understand what these homes are really like,

These tours are designed to give you an inside look at some of Vancouver's newest and most innovative homes.

Join the Interest List

If you're thinking about purchasing a multiplex home—or simply want to stay informed—we'd love to have you join us on an upcoming tour.

👉 Visit MultiplexTours.com to join the interest list and be the first to hear about upcoming tour dates.

Meet Me in the Middle

Multiplex & Matcha is part of our ongoing Meet Me in the Middle event series, created to bring together the people who are building the future of Vancouver's missing-middle housing.

We're already planning our next event and look forward to seeing both familiar and new faces.

Until next time...

Maria Kritikos, PREC*
Realtor® | Multiplex Development Strategist | Project Marketing Advisor

Client Testimonials

I spent Saturday morning at the first “Meet Me in the Middle: Multiplex & Matcha with Maria Kritikos”, an event that brought together a curated group of professionals, including architects, designers, developers, builders, mortgage specialists, and others across the housing industry.

I liked the format. Instead of walking around the room trying to find a way into a conversation, everyone started with a question from a card prepared by Maria. A simple idea, but it worked surprisingly well.

I also had the opportunity to ask builders about light-gauge steel framing as an alternative to conventional wood framing for residential projects, particularly how it compares in terms of construction cost and project timelines. Only one had built with it before. The others were familiar with its advantages but were more comfortable with conventional wood framing – a system they know well through years of experience.

Thank you, Maria Kritikos , for putting together such a well-thought-out event. Looking forward to the next one.

"Thank you, Maria, for the exclusive invitation and for curating such a distinguished group of architects, designers, and builders. It was a genuine pleasure to be included."

— Brian Sharma

Shoreline Homes
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