Establishing a Vision for a Development Project with Sébastien Gariépy

The Very Real Estate Effect Investing in Quebec

In this episode, Axel interviews Sebastien Gariepy, the president and founder of Groupe Inspire, a company with a passionate and committed team dedicated to making a tangible difference in the world.

Sebastien shares his journey and insights into the world of real estate and redevelopment, emphasizing the importance of creating inspiring spaces and addressing societal needs through real estate solutions.

Axel and Sebastien delve into his innovative agri-food hub project in Trois-Rivières, his approach to redevelopment, and his commitment to sustainability and decarbonization in construction. Sebastien encourages listeners to spread the message and take small steps to contribute to a more sustainable future.

Don't miss this insightful and inspiring episode! Learn the significance of prioritizing sustainable, community-centered development practices and the role of local collaboration in achieving long-term success in the real estate industry.

What you will learn if you listen to the episode:

• Sebastien's journey into real estate.

• The significance of Sebastien's first duplex purchase at the age of 18.

• The transition from the real estate appraisal world to the founding of Groupe Inspire.

• The goal of creating inspiring and safe spaces for people through redevelopment.

• The focus on redeveloping existing assets for speed and environmental reasons.

• Sebastien's approach to finding unique and vacant properties with interesting architecture.

• The use of real estate as a solution to address societal needs.

• The development of the agri-food hub in Trois-Rivières.

• The importance of integrating an ecosystem to support businesses in the hub.

• Key elements in a successful project: uniqueness, appealing architecture, functionality, and exploration.

• Sebastien's approach of starting with the city's needs in project development.

• Creating inspiring and sustainable environments in apartment buildings.

• The use of used materials and a focus on minimizing waste.

• The role of small steps and spreading the message for sustainability.

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