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The conveniences in Calgary penthouse living increasingly attract today’s Calgary real estate buyers who want private convenient residences amid a busy city. A penthouse, defined as an apartment lodged at one of the highest levels of an apartment building, originated in New York City during the 1920s. The concept is an offshoot of the high demand for living space in urban areas, leading to luxury apartments built at the highest level of a building.

Calgary PenthouseA Calgary penthouse is characterized by luxurious amenities including impressive flooring, fine finishing, high-end appliances and fireplace. Most of the Calgary penthouses have large windows, den/office space, expansive living space, multiple owner suites, desired terraces and excellent city views. Distinct from ordinary apartments, Calgary penthouse units have a private entrance or elevator. Security and convenience of location are also advantageous features of a Calgary penthouse unit. Architecturally, a penthouse may refer to the structure on a building’s roof, with set back from the outer walls, although not occupying the whole roof deck.

Usually situated in the city’s core, Calgary penthouses offer a feel of being way above or away from the crowded and noisy urban life. Calgary penthouse lifestyle is usually associated with convenience, luxurious amenities, and proximity to restaurants, hotels and shopping. Most Calgary penthouses have access to services including pickup and delivery of almost everything, reservations to events or restaurants, and a host of available concierge services.