Here's What our Residents have to say about Living at the Artium

Taylor M

Living at the Artium: Its' a great place to live. It's not as isolating as living on campus. Close to everything, grocery store, mall, restaurants, and it doesn't take long to get to school. It's nice to have your own space and your kitchen. I like having roommates around and keep things lively.

What do you like most about the Artium: I like its convenient location, and how clean and modern the building is.

What would you tell someone who's planning on living here: Rent very reasonable for what you get. Plus, you get someone to help keep your space clean!

Emma S

Living at the Artium: I love having a fitness room next door. It's nice not to have to go out or pay extra to get a good workout. I really like the fact that Brenda comes in occasionally to help tidy up the place! The RAs are super friendly and very helpful! The kitchen is large and there's lots of room. Also, I like the fact that you get a free coffee maker!

What do you like most about the Artium: The bus stop is just outside the building, which is very convenient. Restaurants are just a 10 min walk away! It feels like home.

What would you tell someone who's planning on living here: This is probably the best affordable and comfortable housing option for students in Kelowna!

Joseph M

Living at the Artium: It's great living with my roommates. Living here allows me to have a wonderful student experience outside of campus and get to experience what it's like to live in Kelowna. There are many cool places close by, such as parks, restaurants, and grocery stores.

What do you like most about the Artium: I like that almost everything you need is provided to you. You get a nice TV with cable, and a very spacious living room. I also like attending the events organized by the staff. The Artium Team Challenge is a great opportunity to make new friends, eat food, and have fun!

What would you tell someone who's planning on living here: Living here allowed me to get out of my comfort zone, mostly because I became good friends with my roommates. It's been a great experience for me.

Isabel M

Living at the Artium: Living at the Artium fits right into my student lifestyle. Everything about the Artium is very convenient. There is a fitness room next door, the bus top is right outside the building, and grocery stores are just a few minutes away. It's much easier to get to the places I need to go.

What do you like most about the Artium: I feel like I'm part of a community here. Everyone is super friendly and welcoming. The RAs are very supportive, the rest of the staff is always great to talk to. I also really love the artwork all over the building!

What would you tell someone who's planning on living here: Get ready to have fun!

Jhevoi M

Living at the Artium: I feel like home here. The building is very comfortable and well maintained. For me, the Artium is home away from home. The staff is very supportive and great to talk to.

What do you like most about the Artium: I like the open concept in the suites. There is a lot of space in the living room and the kitchen, which is great because I like cooking often and having friends over occasionally. Also, the artistic decor makes the Artium even more inviting.

What would you tell someone who's planning on living here: As an international student, comfort is super important to me since I'm so far away from home. At the Artium, I feel super safe and comfortable. The fact that I have a place to live, study, workout and play all in one makes it easier since I don't have to worry too much about going out to study or have fun!

Cole

Living at the Artium: I love how everything you need is in the building. A gym, study room, lounge and everything is right there. The kitchens are also great as someone who loves to cook!

What do you like most about the Artium: I like the location the most. There are grocery stores, restaurants and other necessities right close.

What would you tell someone who's planning on living here: I love how everything here is set up to help busy students. We have everything to make living easier, so we can focus on our studies.

Blessing A

Living at the Artium: It's really good location. It makes it easy to do last minute shopping since there are grocery stores nearby. I like the size of the rooms and it's nice to get help once every other week from Brenda to keep my place tidy.

What do you like most about the Artium: It's super close to everything that I need. The Artium is not too far from school, and there are many restaurants nearby, such as McDonald's, KFC and Wendy's. My bank is also just a couple minutes away. The location is the biggest thing for me; it's so convenient and I don't think I would like many other locations nearly as much.

What would you tell someone who's planning on living here: It feels like home here. Whenever I come back, I feel like I'm back to a safe and comfortable place.

Rose B

Living at the Artium: I love the fact that we have a nice TV in our living room. The kitchen is spacious and it’s great to have the basic cooking utensils provided. The place came furnished, which saved me and my parents a lot of headache. I also really like the location of the building.

What do you like most about the Artium: The location of the building makes it easy to get almost anywhere. Living here is quite affordable for what you get. In addition to your apartment, you get a fitness room and a games room where you can have fun and spend time with friends, which is super nice.

What would you tell someone who's planning on living here: Having RAs in the building makes it feel even safer to live here. It’s nice to know that you can reach out to someone on-site whenever you need help.

David

Living at the Artium: I love the community here. I met so many great people during the social at the beginning of this year and other events organized here.

What do you like most about the Artium: Living here is just so convenient and comfortable. It’s great to be able to just take a 2- or 10-minute walk around the neighborhood to do some last-minute grocery shopping or even go to a good restaurant with friends. I love cooking, so the large kitchen is perfect for me!

What would you tell someone who's planning on living here: I have no doubt you’ll enjoy living here. It’s the pretty much the prefect place to live off-campus if you want to live within a great community!

Deepak

Living at the Artium: It’s been great and it’s convenient when it comes to groceries and other things you need. It’s refreshing to live in a place off-campus because you can separate school life from your personal life.

What do you like most about the Artium: I love the fact that I have so many friends who live just next door. It’s nice to have a study space which is not too crowded, and it allows me to focus and study well when I need to. I go out very often, so I love that Plaza 33 is nearby, so I can go get all the medical and financial services that I need.

What would you tell someone who's planning on living here: It’s hard to find a place that is nearly as convenient as the Artium. It’s super affordable for what you get. Everything you need is provided and all you need to do is bring your personal items and food!

Tiffany

Living at the Artium: It’s been great living here. It allowed me to get closer to more people I know who live next door. It’s nice to have cable TV so we can watch as many shows as we want.

What do you like most about the Artium: The community vibe here is super nice. It’s the ideal location. It makes it convenient to go pretty much anywhere. The bus stop is just outside. I love the events that the staff plans for residents, especially the free sandwiches when we have midterms. It’s also nice to have the necessities such as plates and bowls provided. Brenda is always nice to talk to. She goes above and beyond to make sure people who live here feel comfortable and welcome.

What would you tell someone who's planning on living here: You’re moving into a great community. It’s super comfortable and it feels like home. Everyone here is nice to talk to, and the staff always responds quickly when we need help with anything. GO LEAFS GO!