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Gambier Island, B.C. — From Friday's Globe and Mail Published on Thursday, Jul. 15, 2010 11:43AM EDT

The amazing Gambier Island home of Bruce Ramus, former U2 show manager. A Japanese pagoda crossed with a native longhouse, it's made almost entirely from cedar off the lot on which it sits. All the walls of the house are solid wood, 6" thick. There is no insulation. All photos by Ron Thomas

Bruce Ramus used to direct the U2's stadium concerts. He poured some of the proceeds - and some of the lessons learned - into a 1,900 sq. ft. home made almost entirely of old-growth cedar

Gambier Island homeowner Bruce Ramus says the design inspiration for his elaborate house came from a few icons: the Japanese temple, the native longhouse — and rock band U2.

To look at the house, which sits on 1.25 acres on Gambier Island in Howe Sound, the Japanese temple design is obvious. There are even peace bells hanging beneath the steep roofline. Inside, the giant vertical pillars create a feeling of cathedral-like height and light, and speak of the longhouse tradition. But other than a giant replica of a green olive lying out back — a leftover prop from U2’s PopMart tour — Bono and the boys’ influence is less overt.

Mr. Ramus, born in Squamish, B.C., worked with the Irish rockers for 16 years on 850 shows, first as their chief lighting director, then as show director. He’s also worked on shows for the Rolling Stones, R.E.M. and David Bowie, but it’s his work with U2 that shaped his life and his philosophy. The house, which took four years to build and a budget of more than $500,000 because of its complex construction, is the culmination of that experience, says Mr. Ramus.{read more}

Here is the listing information with more photos. Posts Standing, Gambier Island Listing

Views views views overlooking Eagle Harbour and beyond. 4800 sq.ft. of living space with everything you demand… bright open floor plan, large principal rooms, elegant formal living/dining room, gourmet chef's kitchen and family room all capturing endless views. Outdoor living at its best with infinity edge pool, cascading waterfall and hot tub with forever views

A contemporary masterpiece with state of the art design & detail. 6700 sq.ft of living space on three levels featuring bright open spaces filled with light through the artful use of glass. 6 bedrooms all with en suite spa like bathrooms. Huge southwest facing entertaining deck captures wonderful views. Features include exposed fir beams, slate floors, high efficiency Veissman heating system, wood windows with Low-E double glazing, elegant kitchen design & the best European appliances.

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Jamie MacDougall & Grant Connell
Sotheby's International Realty Canada

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Sotheby's International Realty Canada

We are proud to announce that this Saturday, July 10, 2010, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 3894 Quesnel Drive in Arbutus, Vancouver. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent House for sale in beautiful Arbutus.

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Sotheby's International Realty Canada

We are proud to announce that this Sunday, July 11, 2010, 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 3894 Quesnel Drive in Arbutus, Vancouver. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent House for sale in beautiful Arbutus.

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Sotheby's International Realty Canada

Escape the city, create a legacy and experience this pristine natural setting. Located in West Bay on Gambier Island, a quick 30 minute boat ride from West Vancouver’s Horseshoe Bay, this award winning post and beam home offers 3 bedrooms and a studio in 1850 sf on 1.25 acres. Designed by acclaimed architect Henry Yorke Mann, Posts Standing is situated on the water and blends with the natural landscape offering an undisturbed palette to indulge in the ocean views that the 138’ of oceanfront so beautifully provide. A private dock provides moorage for your boat, kayaks and canoes. A truly west coast home. Deeply rooted in the landscape, this home is the perfect blend of modern and natural elements and fits perfectly within the Gambier Island lifestyle. A year-round retreat built using local materials, the home features impressive log construction. A strategic sustainable approach to building and the judicious use of windows through-out provide the home with natural light and encourage heating and cooling efficiencies. The kitchen and dining room take advantage of the exceptional views while the master bedroom has a cozy wood burning fireplace, skylight and spa-like ensuite. Watch the sunrise, read a book or entertain your guests from generous patio areas nestled in the simply natural landscaped yard. A separate guest cottage provides ample room for visitors while two sheds on the property provide extra storage.

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Sotheby's International Realty Canada

Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Arbutus House for sale.

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Jamie MacDougall & Grant Connell
Sotheby's International Realty Canada

Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Arbutus House for sale.

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Sotheby's International Realty Canada

We are proud to announce that this Saturday, July 10, 2010, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 2375 BROADWAY in Kitsilano, Vancouver West. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Townhouse for sale in beautiful Kitsilano.

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Jamie MacDougall & Grant Connell
Sotheby's International Realty Canada

Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Kitsilano Townhouse for sale.

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Jamie MacDougall & Grant Connell
Sotheby's International Realty Canada

Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Kitsilano Townhouse for sale.

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Jamie MacDougall & Grant Connell
Sotheby's International Realty Canada

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Sotheby's International Realty Canada

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Sotheby's International Realty Canada

Welcome to Yaletown's Waterfront Marinaside Resort. This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom suite with office and storage room has gorgeous south and west views of False Creek marinas and the city. The home has been totally renovated with new all wool carpet and floor tile throughout, new wall tile in bathrooms, 2 new toilets, new faucets and accessories, new washer dryer and new stainless steel appliances, new lighting in the bathrooms, kitchen, living room and dining area, new back splash in the kitchen, new fireplace surround, new ceiling finish and fresh painting throughout. 1077 Marinaside Waterfront Resort has 24hr concierge service and fitness club amenities and is surrounded by Vancouver's finest dining, cafes and shopping.

Watch the boats go by during the day and the twinkle of city lights at night from virtually every room in this inspiring 3 bdrm home and 1 bdrm guest cottage. Every detail of this home is breathtaking from the bold galvanized steel exterior combined w/ majestic cedar posts to the artist designed iron railings. The great rm w/ 23' ceilings, massive fir timbers & cantilevered staircase creates a warm modern interior. Beautiful terraced gardens & lawns feat rock sculptures & water feats cover almost 2 acres of land. Contemplate the panoramic view from Whytecliff Park to the Olympic Peninsula from 1 of 3 patios & 2 decks. Built green w/ local timber, locally milled to reduce the carbon footprint as well as a 1500 gallon rain catchment