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Tom Lucier - Phog Lounge - Windsor, Ontario - YQG
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Phog Lounge

We got to Phog earlier than usual to sit down with Tom Lucier, before the evening rush, to discuss how life and Windsor has changed for all of us over the past decade. Tom had a lot to say, considering his bar has been one of the longest standing (and still consistently busy) bars in the downtown core for the past 13 years.

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Our night began with the most adult conversation I’ve had sitting on those chairs, considering I used to come here in my early 20s. We chatted about grown up things like kids, the economy and Trump, but like any night at Phog, fun was had by all and the next morning came a bit too soon.

Phog Lounge and the Windsor music scene go hand in hand. Most of my friends’ bands started off playing shows here or have at least been known to grace the stage at Open Mic Surgery, a Monday night tradition 12 years running. Tom explained the importance of keeping up with the musical times and that although I may have a soft spot for the emo and punk of my youth, I would likely be outnumbered by the new generation of kids who’d prefer a weeknight dance to quirky electronic beats by Hustle Flesh and Sleepdealer.

Getting the word out about “what’s happening” is important for any entertainment venue. Tom reacted to complaints from his patrons, who were missing out on special events, and decided to stop relying on people following the sea of Facebook invites – instead, he connects directly via text and email, sending customized deets depending on his patrons’ interests.

Over the years Phog has hosted a ton of American bands and continues to welcome them with open arms. Artistic juggernauts like Owen Pallett, who plays in Arcade Fire , among others globally well-knowns have helped to strengthen Windsor’s scene. We talked about the unique relationship our city shares with Detroit and how it’s something to embrace and support. We happily eat in their restaurants and watch their sports, but we’re growing and proving that Windsor isn’t a town for Americans to continue to overlook.

I also admire their take on charity and community. In 2006 they hosted a benefit where artistically inclined friends and customers painted ceiling tiles and auctioned them off, with all proceeds going to Breast Cancer research. Many of them were donated back to the bar, where they remain eclectically scattered on the ceiling.


We ended the night on a silly note. I’ve never heard of anyone doing this (probably for the best) but Tom has been collecting memories during his 13 years here – not just band posters and ceiling tiles, but actual quotes he’s overheard from anonymous inebriated patrons.

“How are you going to ride your bike home? Awesome. I’m going to ride my bike home awesome.” – Unknown

As you can imagine most of his late night accounts were not for the faint hearted but all were sidesplittingly funny. My take home from this night, other than a hangover, was a new found appreciation for my fellow Windsorites. Visit Phog for poetry, trivia nights, local beer on tap and my favourite poutine in town.

Contact Information:

  157 University Ave. West
  Phoglounge
  @phoglounge
  (519) 253-1605
  http://phoglounge.com

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Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

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To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

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Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

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Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
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Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
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Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~ Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients. Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade. To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio). . Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto . . . #YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
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We’ve been quieter than usual this last quarter of 2022 as we hunkered down to work on something that has changed the direction of our company’s future. Until we’re able to share the news officially in 2023, we’d like to announce that our print magazine, blog and socials will begin to reflect more of our own projects after six years of documenting what’s been happening out there in the Windsor community.

Not to say that we won’t still be sharing our favourite destinations and designs with you, because we definitely still will be. Now, as it happens, many of our favourite, well-designed destinations throughout the county are BCL projects in some way. Connecting people with inspiring properties is what we do best, and we want to keep doing it!

From colourful, creative homes to the city’s best cafés, we’ll be pivoting to share stories with you of homes that BCL has designed as well as homes and properties that our clients have developed and reimagined in an inspiring way. 

We’ll also be documenting more behind-the-scenes of our staging projects, new BCL flips, and insights into how we believe thoughtfully acquired and developed real estate can make Windsor & Essex a more beautiful place for generations to come.

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We’ve been quieter than usual this last quarter of 2022 as we hunkered down to work on something that has changed the direction of our company’s future. Until we’re able to share the news officially in 2023, we’d like to announce that our print magazine, blog and socials will begin to reflect more of our own projects after six years of documenting what’s been happening out there in the Windsor community. Not to say that we won’t still be sharing our favourite destinations and designs with you, because we definitely still will be. Now, as it happens, many of our favourite, well-designed destinations throughout the county are BCL projects in some way. Connecting people with inspiring properties is what we do best, and we want to keep doing it! From colourful, creative homes to the city’s best cafés, we’ll be pivoting to share stories with you of homes that BCL has designed as well as homes and properties that our clients have developed and reimagined in an inspiring way.  We’ll also be documenting more behind-the-scenes of our staging projects, new BCL flips, and insights into how we believe thoughtfully acquired and developed real estate can make Windsor & Essex a more beautiful place for generations to come. Happy Holidays and cheers to our clients, collaborators, friends and future clients-to-be! 📷 @emmadavidsonphoto . . #BCL #YQG #bordercityliving #realestate #community #houseflippers #design #home #renovation #DIY #holidays #KW #WindsorRealestate
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Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

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#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

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#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd. Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more MLS #22028045 Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt Real Estate Agents . . #YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
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Freya is one of our favourite spots in Detroit and it is also featured in the latest issue of the BCL magazine ~ Who else has been? 🙋🏼‍♀️

We cook, you eat. A food menu? How old-fashioned. At Freya, a multi-course meal, consisting of several small plates is paired meticulously with a corresponding beverage. The only important decision you'll make is what to have from the 'music menu' passed from guest to guest throughout the evening🎶

Perfect for the, "I don't know what I feel like tonight, you choose", person in your life-- as long as you're into Moodyman. 
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto
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#YQG #Detroit #313 #yourstorystartshere #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #realestate #lifestyle #design #Freya #food #resturants #trendy #magazine #indie #explore #bordercity
Freya is one of our favourite spots in Detroit and it is also featured in the latest issue of the BCL magazine ~ Who else has been? 🙋🏼‍♀️

We cook, you eat. A food menu? How old-fashioned. At Freya, a multi-course meal, consisting of several small plates is paired meticulously with a corresponding beverage. The only important decision you'll make is what to have from the 'music menu' passed from guest to guest throughout the evening🎶

Perfect for the, "I don't know what I feel like tonight, you choose", person in your life-- as long as you're into Moodyman. 
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto
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#YQG #Detroit #313 #yourstorystartshere #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #realestate #lifestyle #design #Freya #food #resturants #trendy #magazine #indie #explore #bordercity
Freya is one of our favourite spots in Detroit and it is also featured in the latest issue of the BCL magazine ~ Who else has been? 🙋🏼‍♀️

We cook, you eat. A food menu? How old-fashioned. At Freya, a multi-course meal, consisting of several small plates is paired meticulously with a corresponding beverage. The only important decision you'll make is what to have from the 'music menu' passed from guest to guest throughout the evening🎶

Perfect for the, "I don't know what I feel like tonight, you choose", person in your life-- as long as you're into Moodyman. 
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto
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#YQG #Detroit #313 #yourstorystartshere #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #realestate #lifestyle #design #Freya #food #resturants #trendy #magazine #indie #explore #bordercity
Freya is one of our favourite spots in Detroit and it is also featured in the latest issue of the BCL magazine ~ Who else has been? 🙋🏼‍♀️

We cook, you eat. A food menu? How old-fashioned. At Freya, a multi-course meal, consisting of several small plates is paired meticulously with a corresponding beverage. The only important decision you'll make is what to have from the 'music menu' passed from guest to guest throughout the evening🎶

Perfect for the, "I don't know what I feel like tonight, you choose", person in your life-- as long as you're into Moodyman. 
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Freya is one of our favourite spots in Detroit and it is also featured in the latest issue of the BCL magazine ~ Who else has been? 🙋🏼‍♀️ We cook, you eat. A food menu? How old-fashioned. At Freya, a multi-course meal, consisting of several small plates is paired meticulously with a corresponding beverage. The only important decision you'll make is what to have from the 'music menu' passed from guest to guest throughout the evening🎶 Perfect for the, "I don't know what I feel like tonight, you choose", person in your life-- as long as you're into Moodyman.  . Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto . . . #YQG #Detroit #313 #yourstorystartshere #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #realestate #lifestyle #design #Freya #food #resturants #trendy #magazine #indie #explore #bordercity
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~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~

Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients.

Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade.
 
To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. 

Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. 

Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio).
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Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto 
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#YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
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~What does 'supporting small business' mean to us?~ Helping hardworking visionaries to achieve their dreams is what we do at BCL. So we're unbelievably grateful that many of our favourite small business owners have become our real estate clients. Amor and Mauricio, owners of Walkerville's Café Amor on Ottawa St., are just the kind of people we love to work with. They do everything it takes to make their dreams a reality — and they always do it with a smile 🤗. Fantastic coffee, a colourful atmosphere and excellent service; it's no wonder they were busting at the seams and needed an upgrade. To secure their new location, we helped them navigate the process of selling properties, and purchasing off-market with non-traditional financing, construction and permitting. Their grit, perseverance, creativity and positive attitudes helped them keep their eyes on the prize throughout the entire process. As a result, we couldn't be happier to see them operating in a location double the size to accommodate their growing number of customers. Read the full story about why we 💖 @cafe_amor_art on our blog (link in bio). . Photos by @emmadavidsonphoto . . . #YQG #CafeAmor #BCL #bordercityliving #kellerwilliams #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #growth #yourstorystartshere #Commercial #realestate #community
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We’ve been quieter than usual this last quarter of 2022 as we hunkered down to work on something that has changed the direction of our company’s future. Until we’re able to share the news officially in 2023, we’d like to announce that our print magazine, blog and socials will begin to reflect more of our own projects after six years of documenting what’s been happening out there in the Windsor community.

Not to say that we won’t still be sharing our favourite destinations and designs with you, because we definitely still will be. Now, as it happens, many of our favourite, well-designed destinations throughout the county are BCL projects in some way. Connecting people with inspiring properties is what we do best, and we want to keep doing it!

From colourful, creative homes to the city’s best cafés, we’ll be pivoting to share stories with you of homes that BCL has designed as well as homes and properties that our clients have developed and reimagined in an inspiring way. 

We’ll also be documenting more behind-the-scenes of our staging projects, new BCL flips, and insights into how we believe thoughtfully acquired and developed real estate can make Windsor & Essex a more beautiful place for generations to come.

Happy Holidays and cheers to our clients, collaborators, friends and future clients-to-be!

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#BCL #YQG #bordercityliving #realestate #community #houseflippers #design #home #renovation #DIY #holidays #KW #WindsorRealestate
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We’ve been quieter than usual this last quarter of 2022 as we hunkered down to work on something that has changed the direction of our company’s future. Until we’re able to share the news officially in 2023, we’d like to announce that our print magazine, blog and socials will begin to reflect more of our own projects after six years of documenting what’s been happening out there in the Windsor community. Not to say that we won’t still be sharing our favourite destinations and designs with you, because we definitely still will be. Now, as it happens, many of our favourite, well-designed destinations throughout the county are BCL projects in some way. Connecting people with inspiring properties is what we do best, and we want to keep doing it! From colourful, creative homes to the city’s best cafés, we’ll be pivoting to share stories with you of homes that BCL has designed as well as homes and properties that our clients have developed and reimagined in an inspiring way.  We’ll also be documenting more behind-the-scenes of our staging projects, new BCL flips, and insights into how we believe thoughtfully acquired and developed real estate can make Windsor & Essex a more beautiful place for generations to come. Happy Holidays and cheers to our clients, collaborators, friends and future clients-to-be! 📷 @emmadavidsonphoto . . #BCL #YQG #bordercityliving #realestate #community #houseflippers #design #home #renovation #DIY #holidays #KW #WindsorRealestate
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#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

MLS #22028045
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

MLS #22028045
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

MLS #22028045
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

MLS #22028045
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd.

Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. 

Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more

MLS #22028045
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
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#ForSale 1008 Drouillard Rd. Unique opportunity to own one of Drouillard Roads totally reimagined mixed use spaces. This two storey building is located in the Centre of Ford City and has been completely transformed with no detail spared. Office and retail space that offer beautiful terrazzo floors, high ceilings, exposed ductwork, new windows and doors. The list of improvements goes on. Plus a workshop with a garage door to the alley and private boardroom with custom furniture included. Click the link in our bio for full sales listing or send us a DM to learn more MLS #22028045 Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt Real Estate Agents . . #YQG #BCL #realestate #investment #KW #FordCity #FC #bordercityliving #Windsor #rennovated #office
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#ForSale Exquisite Commercial Space in prime Walkerville location, rich in architectural character and tons of modern updates. Building and land for sale only. 

Tap the link in our bio for the full sales listing ⬆️

MLS# 22027911
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#forsale
#YQG #Windsor #realestate #Walkerville #Investment #neighborhood #newlisting #Commercial #BCL #bordercityliving #lifestyle #kellerwilliams
#ForSale Exquisite Commercial Space in prime Walkerville location, rich in architectural character and tons of modern updates. Building and land for sale only. 

Tap the link in our bio for the full sales listing ⬆️

MLS# 22027911
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#forsale
#YQG #Windsor #realestate #Walkerville #Investment #neighborhood #newlisting #Commercial #BCL #bordercityliving #lifestyle #kellerwilliams
#ForSale Exquisite Commercial Space in prime Walkerville location, rich in architectural character and tons of modern updates. Building and land for sale only. 

Tap the link in our bio for the full sales listing ⬆️

MLS# 22027911
Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage
Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt
Real Estate Agents
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#forsale
#YQG #Windsor #realestate #Walkerville #Investment #neighborhood #newlisting #Commercial #BCL #bordercityliving #lifestyle #kellerwilliams
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#ForSale Exquisite Commercial Space in prime Walkerville location, rich in architectural character and tons of modern updates. Building and land for sale only. Tap the link in our bio for the full sales listing ⬆️ MLS# 22027911 Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty, Brokerage Deidre Ritsche & Stephanie Bradt Real Estate Agents . . . #forsale #YQG #Windsor #realestate #Walkerville #Investment #neighborhood #newlisting #Commercial #BCL #bordercityliving #lifestyle #kellerwilliams
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