Moving Smarter and Living Better at Andmar

Andmar is shaping a new way to live through smarter transportation and better connections.Smart transportation planning is a cornerstone of Andmar’s vision for building a vibrant, connected community. In this episode of Behind the Design: From Yaletown to Andmar, host Jennifer-Lee sits down with Lon LaClaire, General Manager of Engineering Services for the City of Vancouver, to dive into how modern infrastructure—from bike lanes and walkable neighborhoods to expanded transit options—will power Andmar’s future. They explore why giving residents real choices in how they move not only supports sustainability but creates a richer, more flexible lifestyle. At Andmar, it’s about blending innovation, accessibility, and urban energy into a community designed for the way people truly want to live.Connect:Andmar: Instagram / Facebook / LinkedIn / YouTubeChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (02:04) - What Transportation Means for a City’s Future (03:30) - Bringing Big City Options to Smaller Communities (05:45) - Expanding Transit Across the Fraser Valley (07:11) - Lessons from Global Transit Systems (10:05) - Why Investing in Transit Matters for Everyone (15:13) - Benefits of Increased Transit (17:27) - The Rise of Electric Bikes and Mobility Options (21:03) - Evolving Bike Infrastructure for New Mobility Needs (23:03) - Journey Into Focusing on Transportation (24:22) - Building Cities for People First (26:24) - Vancouver’s Transit Success Story (28:51) - Changing Lifestyles and the Future of Transportation (31:13) - Conclusion