Ottawa New Home + Condo Guide – February 12, 2022

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The first and only complete guide to pre-construction homes and condos

Debunking pre-construction myths

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WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT ADDING KIDS TO THE TITLE OF YOUR HOME

BLUE KITCHEN TRENDS FOR 2022

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If you’re shopping for a new home or condo, I’m here to tell you a little-known secret.

Filling out a registration form on a homebuilder’s website can often be the key to receiving important information in your inbox about the communities you’re interested in.

Digital email communication, which you can un-subscribed from at any time, is truly a home-shoppers best friend.

Since news and information is ever-changing, communication such as site signage, magazines like these, and emails are all great ways for builders to keep their audiences engaged and informed about what’s happening next.

In the case of “e-blasts” as they’re sometimes called, information about new communities, lot releases, special events and private invites to model home, are sent straight to your inbox after you register online.

In fact, digital emails have become a key component of the marketing, buying and information distribution process.

By filling out a registration form on a homebuilder’s website, expect to receive regular newsletters directing you to more information with the click of a button.

For example, Cardel has a intuitive website and registration process that let’s you become a “Community Insider” guaranteeing you’ll be amongst the first to know about new plans, lot releases and more.

Richcraft also sends out regular email news updates to its subscribers about community offerings and lot releases.

So, the next time you see an opportunity to register for information on a builder’s website, fear not. Your personal information is protected by law and you can opt out of receiving emails by unsubscribing if you’re no longer interested. It’s as simple as that.

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INSPIRATION

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Legally Speaking Adding your kids to the title of your home

Home Life Home office organization

BY IVANKA SIOLKOWSKY

BY JAYSON SCHWARZ

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Decor

Industry Insider

Bold blue kitchen trends

Avoiding mistakes when buying pre-construction

BY LINDA MAZUR

BY IRINA POPOVA

20 Style File Modern fireplace ideas

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The Marketing Edge The headlines are constant and challenging...

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Home Finds

BY ANDREW BRETHOUR

Design ideas and products to love this season

Trending

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Frigid temps didn’t cool January’s housing market

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Design File Style and sustainability

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Personal Finance New to Canada? How to qualify for a mortgage

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ADVICE | LEGALLY SPEAKING

SHOULD YOU ADD YOUR KIDS TO

THE TITLE OF YOUR HOME? JAYSON SCHWARZ, LLM & GREG DUBECKY, JD

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As people age, they tend to worry.

And when it comes to real estate, a common concern is what to do about their home. For example, should you leave it to your kids in your will? Your inclination might

be “yes,” but what you may not know is that they would need to pay probate tax on the fair market value. Today, that’s a lot of money.

The process of probate grants or confirms the authority of

the Estate Trustee (Executor) to handle the affairs of the estate and is required in most cases for the transfer or sale of any real estate owned by the deceased, that now forms a part of their estate.

When you die, your lawyer applies to the court to issue a certificate. Subject to where you live, probate applications can take anywhere from more than a month to more than a year before the courts issue a certificate.

The worst part is that there is a 1.5-per-cent tax payable up front with the application on the value

of all estate assets exceeding $50,000. On a $1-million home, that’s $15,000.

Now, if you add your kids to the deed and you die, they still have the house. Will that work? It sounds like a good idea, because if you registered as joint tenants, whomever is left owns the property without tax. But nothing is that easy.

First of all, when you die, your principal residence has no capital gains when it goes to your kids. If you add someone, the portion that belongs to them attracts tax as the value goes up after they were added. Clearly, this is not ideal.

Secondly, if you add your children, they are real owners and could make your life difficult.

If you want to sell or take out a mortgage, for example, they could interfere. Also, their problems become yours, in cases of divorce, or adding an in-law suite, for instance.

Thirdly, it might not even be your child you’re dealing with in such instances. While it is not a scenario any parent wishes to consider, you should think through what happens if a child added to the title should predecease you or become significantly disabled. Depending on several factors, including how they have structured their affairs, you may not simply receive full ownership back, and could instead find yourself negotiating with someone acting under a Power of Attorney or the Trustee of a deceased child’s estate, their spouse, sibling or your grandchildren.

As much as you’d like a clear answer to these questions and scenarios, there really isn’t one.

There is no universal panacea.

With record high valuations of real estate relative to the incomes of many people, the planning considerations that go into transferring one’s real estate requires you to consult the appropriate professionals to get an accurate overview of your options. Every person’s situation is different, and usually requires a specific approach.

Initial steps would be to holistically review your estate situation and come up with a plan to minimize tax and maximize any benefits.

Sometimes, it is as easy as selling the house to the kids and taking back a life interest; as simple as doing nothing; or as complicated as setting up an estate plan involving freezes, rollovers and other considerations.

The bottom line is – take your planning seriously. Consult experts and make decisions that provide peace of mind and security that you have taken care of your family the best you can.

Jayson Schwarz, LLM and Greg Dubecky, JD, are with Schwarz Law Partners LLP. To suggest topics for future columns or ask questions, visit schwarzlaw.ca or email info@schwarzlaw.ca.

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DEBUNKING PRE-CONSTRUCTION MYTHS

and perhaps alleviate some of your concerns.

IRINA POPOVA

When it comes to any big financial decision buyers interested in pre-construction have many valid concerns and questions, but there are also a lot of preconceived notions about pre-construction purchases that hold consumers back from this type of investment. While buying new is certainly not for everyone, below I’m going to break down some of the most common myths about pre-construction 8

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YOU DON’T REALLY KNOW WHAT YOU’RE GOING TO GET

This is only true if you buy blind, without doing proper research on the developer and their past projects. In some cases the developer may use a different construction company to actually build their projects so that’s a big question to ask before signing on the dotted line.

I always take my clients to visit previous projects done by that developer and builder in order to get a better understanding of quality.

You can also visit the showrooms of the kitchen and bathroom providers that will be hired for the project you’re considering investing in.

This should give you a better idea of the finishes you’d be purchasing.

If construction has already begun, don’t hesitate to ask for a tour of the site or even better the actual property you’re considering. Sometimes, if you’re persuasive enough the sales staff will go the extra mile and arrange a visit (with all of the super cute protective gear in hand, get ready for helmet-hair!).

you are entitled to receive your full deposit back within 10 days following the termination of the agreement.

In the worst case scenario of the developer refusing to return your deposit or going bankrupt, there is some protection offered

by Tarion - $20,000 in condo purchases and up to $100,000 in freehold purchases.

DEVELOPERS ONLY CARE ABOUT PROFITS

YOU NEED A BIG DEPOSIT

This really depends on which stage in the process you get involved in. If the developer is still waiting to reach a certain percentage of units sold in order to obtain construction financing (typically around 60 per cent), then yes - usually a 20 per cent deposit is required. However, if you’re purchasing later on in the process then you can negotiate a lower deposit! I’ve seen companies agree to as low as 5 per cent, given of course that the market conditions are on the buyer’s side.

Keep in mind that even if a 20 per cent deposit is required,

it’s typically broken down into four payments, staggered over a long period of time, with the last payment due on the occupancy date which could be years away.

This could very well give you the time to save up or liquidate other assets.

YOU WILL LOSE YOUR DEPOSIT IF THE DEVELOPER GOES BANKRUPT OR CANCELS THE PROJECT

All deposits must be held in trust, in most cases by the solicitor of the developer. In the event that the project is cancelled (which we have seen happen recently with rising construction costs)

While this may be true for some developers, I’ve worked with many who actually care about the final product and their clients’ buying experience.

Yes, ultimately turning a profit is the main goal and the reason why they are embarking on the multi-year project. However, keeping a clean reputation is very important to most developers.

I’ve seen companies go above and beyond their basic duties to ensure that their purchasers are completely satisfied with the final product and they overall journey.

Again, this comes down to doing your own due-diligence at every step of the process, especially before you firm up the sales contract and move forward with your investment. Research, ask for references, and don’t be shy to ask many questions.

Happy Shopping!

Irina Popova is a real estate agent and co-owner of Blue Panda Realty.

She has been specializing in the central Ottawa market since 2013.

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ADVICE | THE MARKETING EDGE

THE HEADLINES ARE CONSTANT AND CHALLENGING…

ANDREW BRETHOUR

I can’t remember in my more than 44 years in this business when the issue of housing supply reached such a crescendo. It’s at the centre of all media reports, political debates at all levels and in every backyard or balcony conversation in the country every day. Most of the discussion is focused on affordability. Or is it affordable housing, as there is an important distinction?

There is a critical difference between affordable housing and the provision of social housing, and housing affordability and the provision market housing.

We have failed miserably in the provision of both, as supply has fallen woefully behind need and demand.

Through the 1980s and ‘90s, the federal government – through Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC) – funded social housing initiatives across the country. There was a strong and constant provision of “not for profit” and sponsored co-operative housing forms, both contributing to a muchneeded base on the social scale. Funding for this type of housing collapsed in the ‘90s, as the cost of deliverable units exceeded consumers’ and politicians’ expectations for the expenditure. But it didn’t have to end. The concept was sensible, but the delivery and costs became prohibitive.

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This type of public/private partnership needs to be reactivated to address the shortfall of social housing– for new immigrants, single-parent households, those in economic stress and for the homeless. The federal government needs to reinvent social housing policy, take the lead with its partners – the Province, municipalities and private sector – and throw its support behind social housing.

The supply of market housing was seriously impacted by the introduction of the Growth Plan by the McGuinty provincial government in 2004-05. The seemingly good intention at the time was to “intensify” housing development into higher density forms, thereby creating cost efficiency and containing urban sprawl. It worked – the market absorption stayed at 40,000 units per year, but quickly flipped to 60 per cent high density. The unintended consequence was the direct restriction of lowrise suburban housing; an artificial containment of supply drove the underlying value of the land skyward. The average price of

all housing in the Ottawa area in 2004 was just $235,678. At the beginning of 2022, it is a whopping $617,664. The real issue is, now, where are our children going to live? And how can the people compete for real estate when housing supply in Ottawa is scarce.

Will Ottawa become a place of renters, as lower- and middle-income families are shut out of the housing market?

Exacerbating the situation is that there is no rental supply in the market, either – a factor of rent controls since 1972. So, we have reached the perfect storm: A dynamic and diverse city, where many of its inhabitants were born somewhere else in the world, where new immigrants arrive each year, only to find nowhere to live.

Market housing supply must increase dramatically in more urban areas of the province in order to stabilize price escalation, and to provide critical choice of “affordable” product.

There are four basic policy initiatives required to increase supply:

1. Political will: It is crucial to elect leaders who support managed growth and who are willing to say YIMBY – Yes in My Backyard.

2. Streamlined approval process: According to a recent study by the Building Industry and Land Development Association, it takes 10 years to bring a vacant piece of land to development. With the cost of money doubling every five years, is it any wonder our housing is so expensive?

3. Infrastructure investment: The joint levels of government, together with private partnerships, need to expand our capacity for roads, sewers, water and transit. We cannot leave this cornerstone supply driver to the public sector.

4. Foster innovation: Housing form has literally followed essentially the same pattern since the turn of the 19th century, when zoning bylaws were first introduced. We need to reward creativity, and in delivering more affordable product, we encourage innovation. Review and eliminate restrictive zoning, and watch housing innovation soar. If we allow 5,000-sq.-ft monster homes to be built, why would we object to the same piece of land to instead be used for a building with five, 1,000-sq.-ft. units?

There are both short- and longterm solutions to the supply crisis: SHORT-TERM SOLUTIONS

1. Release surplus employment lands adjacent to existing residential.

2. Release identified surplus government agency lands.

3. Free up zoning restrictions to afford the immediate conversion of neighbourhood strip malls built in the 1950s to be converted to residential.

4. Allow the private sector to bring lands into an urban boundary – if companies will front the infrastructure costs.

5. Establish the office of the Development Ombudsman to unclog the process and be arbiter between opposing forces.

LONG-TERM SOLUTIONS

1. Review approval processes and create new approval targets.

We must reduce the 10 years it currently takes for project approvals – to two years.

Time is money. Literally.

2. Review current municipal financing methodology. Should the cost of infrastructure be moved from municipal to provincial responsibility, at least for sewer, water and transit? We have burdened new-home buyers with the inclusion of infrastructure costs approaching 25 per cent of home prices. This needs to be shared by a broader constituent, including the private sector, but with a much more efficient structure, and ultimately lower home price.

3. Modify the Growth Plan and provincial policy statements to encourage suburban housing growth. Even today, the GTA homebuilding industry is developing suburban tracts at higher densities than comparable urban neighbourhoods.

4. Create and meet housing production targets. For example, from 1997 to 2005, our firm, together with Malone Givens Parsons, produced an annual supply of lots and highrise units for the 37 municipalities in Ontario. We created an annual report of the actual inventory, by product type and lot size, registered plans for the subdivision, draft plans and plans in process –

sponsored by the Province and CMHC. It was cancelled by the McGuinty government in 2005 when the Growth Plan was introduced. When you don’t know the real data, any policy can be justified.

These kinds of reports need to be reconstituted, and today involve the municipalities in 519 and 705. Historic absorption has maintained an annual pace of 40,000 units per year since 2004. But the housing form components have changed. We now have the lowest number of housing units per capita in the G7. We need to double our annual production to 80,000 units per year over the next five years just to catch up with demand.

So, we have two upcoming elections, but with one focus – housing. As the Chairman of Mattamy Homes, Peter Gilgan, said recently… “We are in a war to increase housing supply.” It’s not a war against any particular advisory –we all have to work together to win this war. Let’s bring the financial muscle and policy focus to this war on housing supply, and the affordability challenge will be the beneficiary.

But, you have to vote. Vote – in June provincially, and in November, municipally, for leaders who understand the challenges and who will take action with short- and longterm supply side solutions.

There will be no more important elections in our lifetime than these two in 2022.

Andrew Brethour is Executive Chairman PMA Brethour Realty Group. pmabrethour.com.

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Bad weather, pandemic lockdowns, it doesn’t matter – Ottawa remains a fast-moving, active, and robust market.

2022 isn’t showing any signs of slowing down when it comes to the housing market in Ottawa.

According to the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB), its members sold 936 residential properties in January through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service System, compared with 963 in January 2021, a decrease of only 3 per cent.

January’s sales included 661 in the residential-property class, down 2 per cent from a year ago, and 275 in the condominiumproperty category, a decrease of 5 per cent from January 2021.

The five-year average for total unit sales in January is 840.

“January’s sales, almost identical to 2021’s, were very strong for a traditionally slower month, especially given the frigid temperatures and increased government COVID-19 restrictions we experienced,” states Ottawa Real Estate Board President Penny Torontow. “This increased activity compared to previous years is not solely a pandemic phenomenon. Yes, the pandemic has accelerated market activity in some ways, but pent-up buyer demand due to the housing supply shortage has been an ongoing fundamental issue for the Ottawa resale market for well over 5 years now—and the price increases will continue to reflect that until the housing stock grows.”

The average sale price for a condominium-class property in January was $447,943, an increase of 18 per cent from 2021, while the average sale price for a residential-class property was $771,739, increasing 14 per cent from a year ago.* “Average prices continue to rise steadily with the lack of inventory pushing prices to levels previously unseen. We only need to observe the number of homes now selling over $1M for

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a clear demonstration. In 2020, they represented 3 per cent of residential sales, in 2021, they held 9 per cent of the market’s resales, and now in 2022, that number reflects close to 14 per cent of detached home sales.”

“Meanwhile, the residentialclass properties selling within the $650-$900K range represent 47 per cent of all of January’s residential unit sales. In 2021, it was 33 per cent. But we must keep in mind, average prices statistics amalgamate data from the entire city, so while in some areas the increases would be less, other pockets of Ottawa may see more,” said Torontow.

“The condo market is also flourishing both in number of sales and prices. Possibly due to the fact that residential units may be out of reach for some buyers, they are finding themselves more open to this option and are actually able to find a condominium-class property within their budget.”

“Bad weather, pandemic lockdowns, it doesn’t matter— Ottawa remains a fast-moving, active, and robust market. So, if you are thinking of selling your property, there has never been a better time. Contact a Realtor who can explain the various factors that will help you get the best price for your home today.”

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ADVICE | PERSONAL FINANCE

NEW TO CANADA? HERE’S HOW TO QUALIFY FOR A MORTGAGE NEWCOMERS TO CANADA PROGRAM

JESSE ABRAMS

If you’re new to Canada and looking to apply for a mortgage, you’re probably wondering where to even begin. Buying a home, especially in a new country, can be overwhelming.

But it’s important to know that in Canada, there are plenty of helpful resources to get you on the right path.

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A great place to start is “Newcomers to Canada” at cmhc-schl.gc.ca, a housing program offered by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp.

(CMHC) that provides financial assistance and makes it easier for new immigrants to purchase a home. If you qualify, you can make a down payment as low as five per cent on a home worth up to $1 million. If you’re looking to buy a home for more than $1 million, you’ll likely be paying a down payment of

35 per cent or higher. When it comes to credit, permanent residents must have at least one borrower with a minimum credit score of 680 to qualify.

If you don’t have credit history, CMHC may consider alternative ways to verify your credit.

WHERE CAN YOU GET A MORTGAGE IN CANADA AS A NEWCOMER?

When it comes to getting a mortgage, there are A and B lenders. Traditional lenders, such as banks, monoline lenders and credit unions, are considered A

lenders. They focus on customers with strong credit scores (or proof of credit) and a reliable source of income. On the other hand, there are B lenders, who typically offer a lower barrier of entry to qualify for a mortgage, with the possibility of a higher interest rate. B lenders are suitable for homebuyers who don’t have a strong credit history, can’t provide guaranteed income, or may have trouble qualifying for a mortgage with an A lender.

The best piece of advice would be to connect with a dedicated mortgage advisor such as Homewise. We work with more than 30 banks, credit unions and monoline lenders, helping buyers explore the various mortgage options available and find the one that best suits your unique circumstances.

WHAT IS THE MAXIMUM MORTGAGE AMOUNT YOU CAN GET?

Technically, there is no maximum amount you can receive from the “Newcomers to Canada’’ program. The amount you’re eligible to receive will depend on the size of your down payment.

Another thing to note is that your down payment can come from various sources, such as savings, the sale of another property or a financial gift from a family member or friend.

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO GET THE MORTGAGE?

If you’re a new Canadian with a working permit, you need to be in Canada for at least three months to prove that you can make your mortgage payments.

If you’re a permanent resident, you need to provide proof of full-time employment for three months. If you’re self-employed, you need to provide proof of

employment and two years of tax documentation.

WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU HAVE NO CREDIT HISTORY IN CANADA?

WHAT DOCUMENTS DO YOU NEED TO APPLY?

If your home country is the U.S., U.K. or South Africa (nonpermanent resident), and you don’t have any credit history in Canada, some lenders will still consider your mortgage application. In some cases, lenders will look at your foreign credit history to better understand your eligibility. For all other countries, where your credit can’t be verified through an international credit record, you’ll likely need to get a letter of reference from your financial institution in your country of origin.

When applying, lenders will initially request a list of personal documents to verify your financial stability and other key factors that determine your eligibility for a mortgage. These documents include: • Photo ID • This includes a driver’s license, passport and health card • Proof of income • At least three months of bank statements that validate your income stream • Job letter • Ask your employer for a letter explaining your job position, length of employment and salary/hourly wage • Work permit or permanent residency card in Canada • Proof of down payment Depending on your down payment, you may require additional documentation: 1. If your down payment is between five and 9.99 per cent You will need to provide a copy of an international credit report with a strong credit score that proves you can support your monthly mortgage payments.

You could also validate your credit through rental payment history or utility bills such as your gas or water bills.

2. If your down payment is 10 per cent or more You will need six months of bank statements or a letter of reference from a Canadian financial institution. This information will validate whether you’re eligible and able to make your monthly payments.

CAN YOU BUY A HOME ON A WORK OR STUDY PERMIT?

The short answer is yes. To do this, you would need to have provable income, a valid work permit or permanent residency to qualify.

At Homewise, our team has worked with many first-time homebuyers and newcomers to Canada to secure a mortgage that best suits their needs.

At the end of the day, it all comes down to doing your research, being organized and working with professional mortgage advisors like ours at Homewise to walk you through the process and help you secure a mortgage with ease.

Jesse Abrams is Co-Founder at Homewise, a mortgage advisory and brokerage firm. thinkhomewise.com

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KonMari consultant and professional organizer, Ivanka Siolkowsky shares expert tips on creating a productive work-from-home space

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Home offices are becoming the new norm for businesses and employees everywhere. So, how can we create a space that optimizes productivity within our own homes without taking over our personal space? I’m here to share some tips and tricks for creating an office space that works for you, no matter the size of your dwelling.

The very first tip is to work in a space with a table or desk. Duh! I know, it seems obvious, but you’d be surprised how many people work from their sofas.

Working from the couch not only sends your mind the wrong message, but it is incredibly hard on your body. Your laptop should never be on your lap (ironic, I know) unless you want to be dealing with severe back issues once this is all over. With your laptop on a desk or table, this allows you to sit in a chair with proper posture and your arms to function at a 90-degree angle.

Trust me – your body will thank you later.

Now that we know where to set up shop, how can we make this a great space for work during an eight-hour office day? The next thing I would recommend is to create a space that is pleasant to work in. Natural light will help keep you alert. Working all day in a den with no windows can become exhausting, and therefore lower your level of productivity. On the other hand, dens are great for regular life, where you pop in and out for an hour to check email. During

an entire day’s work, however, you might want to consider rearranging some furniture to place your desk near a window in such a way that your laptop doesn’t pick up a glare.

If this means setting up a desk in a common area, that’s ok. Just make sure that everything in your office has a home so that at the end of the workday, you can put it all back where it belongs, and you’re not looking at a messy desk for the rest of the evening.

This rule goes for any dedicated office spaces, as well. Just because you can close the door and hide the mess doesn’t mean you should. Every day should be started with a clean slate, and that means a clean desk!

A de-cluttered space is a decluttered mind. When your mind is clear, you’re not only happier

but also more productive.

There’s a lot to be said about valuing our mental health. This is why things such as natural light are so important. Also, consider decorating your home office space with some plants to help purify the air while you work, even if this means moving a little plant from the living room to your workspace during the day and moving it back when you’re done.

My final tip is to create a schedule for your workday. This not only keeps you on track with work tasks, but also helps you avoid trips to the fridge every five minutes looking for a snack.

Set specific times for lunch and breaks. Set the alarm if you have to. This will get you into a routine and boost your productivity throughout the day.

Ivanka Siolkowsky not only shares the knowledge and skills of organizing, but also helps her clients identify what they value in life, through the process of organizing and de-cluttering. tidymoose.com

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BOLD BLUE

KITCHEN TRENDS FOR 2022

by LINDA MAZUR

With the start of a new year undoubtedly comes a desire for change within your home, and one room that always gets a lot of attention is the kitchen.

The kitchen is the heart of any home. It’s not only that it services our utilitarian needs, but it doubles as a home office, family zone for homework and catching up at the end of the day, as well as a key area for entertaining. If you’re looking to renovate this multi-functional, multi-faceted room, then let’s take a look at some of the trends you’ll be seeing this year and beyond.

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a thing as a standard kitchen. Kitchens are fully customized for the way you and your family live.

From customized storage solutions, to coffee stations to bar areas for entertaining, our kitchens have evolved into highly stylized spaces that reflect our personality and the way we live. While the classic white kitchen will forever be in style, one of our recently completed renovations in a downtown Toronto condo definitely flaunts many of the trends for 2022, showing us your space doesn’t need to be large to be on point.

When it comes to cabinets, colour is definitely the way to go. From warm neutrals, to soft watery

blues, greens and grey tones. However, the standout colour this year is blue. Whether it’s a daring shade of navy, cobalt or teals, blue is popping up in kitchens everywhere. Though some of these shades are quite bold, blue is still a colour that is both comfortable and serene; provided it’s not overdone, it will undoubtedly make your kitchen stand out.

Beautiful marbles, quartz and warm wood tones are still a mainstay in our kitchens. Wood flooring is a definite, but so is adding wood accents in other areas of your space. A beautiful wood with a natural grain for a large island countertop can be a wonderful centrepiece in a kitchen or, as we did here, a beautifully grained walnut as an accent detail to portions of our cabinetry. Accenting your bold toned blue cabinetry with touches of a warm gold for your hardware will make it stand out even more. However, don’t just rely on your cabinet hardware as your one source of metal detail in your kitchen. Incorporating metals into your space can be as easy as an accent on your range hood, to beautiful warm goldtone faucets and accessories, or used in your cabinetry. However you introduce metals into your kitchen, the key is to do it gingerly so that it becomes a luxurious feature within your space and not an overly saturated mess.

When it comes to your kitchen backsplash, I’m a big lover of the tile known as Zellige. This is a wonderful tile, most often square in shape and highly lustrous with a pattern of irregular lines that evokes a desirous hand-made vibe. The tile is simplistic and calm, yet offers so much texture and interest in a space without being a prominent pattern.

Lastly, add personality to your space by mixing it up a bit. Blending different eras creates a unique look, so don’t hesitate to introduce vintage finds or antique collectibles to your more contemporary kitchen. Find some great salvaged barstools and recover them in a funky bold pattern. A great antique cabinet can be painted a trendy colour and turned into a bar in a modern space. Or simply be bold with your colour combinations to create a one-of-a-kind look.

Whichever way you decide to design and accessorize your kitchen, this is definitely the year to inject some uniqueness into your space and make it all your own!

Linda Mazur is an award-winning, nationally publicized designer and Principal of Linda Mazur Design Group. With almost two decades of experience this in demand multi-disciplinary design firm is known for creating relaxed, stylish spaces and full-scale design builds within Toronto, the GTA and throughout Canada. lindamazurdesign.com @LindaMazurGroup nexthome.ca 19

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THE EXPERTS AT REGENCY FIREPLACE PRODUCTS SHARE THE BENEFITS OF A MODERN GAS FIREPLACE

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Modern fireplace

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CHICAGO CORNER 40LE Gas Fireplace

All Regency products are built using only top-tier materials and designed to last; enjoy a lifetime of flame with an industry leading warranty.

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ho doesn’t love the warm ambience of a fireplace?

Fireplaces have long held a significant place in the hearts of many Canadians. They were once essential to everyday life, providing warmth and a place to cook. These days, fireplaces signify cosy comfort, a place to perch with family and friends, a focal point in a room that brings everyone together.

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Are you planning a fireplace reno this year?

Maybe you want to take your love of flicker and flames and incorporate it in unexpected rooms such as the dining room or the bedroom. You’re in luck!

Regency, a world leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of hearth products, has introduced its City Series of gas fireplaces boasting cutting edge contemporary design and quality. The City Series gives you the creative

did you know?

Direct vent gas fireplaces do not require a chimney and instead can be vented directly through a wall or the roof. This allows more flexibility in the installation of gas fireplaces and the ability to add a gas fireplace to almost any room in your home.

5 benefits of direct vent gas fireplaces

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Renew your living space Transform your old, outdated fireplace into a sleek, elegant and modern centrepiece.

Add comfort and warmth Direct vent gas fireplaces allow you to add a fireplace where one never existed before. Add the warmth, comfort and convenience of a gas fireplace to virtually any room in your home.

Minimal renovations Gas fireplaces can also be built into a wall with minimal renovations.

Power’s out, heat’s on No power needed! If you lose power, a Regency gas fireplace will continue to safely produce radiant heat. If a winter storm knocks out power there is no need to worry – you’ll still be nice and warm, even if you are in the dark.

Advanced remote control Create optimal comfort with ease and convenience at the touch of a button with the Regency Comfort Control System. The user-friendly controls can be set, adjusted and programmed for your fireplace to come on at the temperature you want, when you want it.

SANTA MONICA PIER 60 Gas Fireplace

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freedom to apply any finishing materials to the edge of a clean line gas fireplace. Available as one-sided, two-sided and three-sided fireplaces in a variety of configurations; the City Series meets all the needs of today’s modern homes and modern designer fireplace needs. With extra-large glass viewing areas and unlimited finishing options, direct vent gas fireplaces offer the ultimate flexible installation options, remote activation, and more.

Exclusive technology, including the Cool Wall System, has unlocked a whole new world of fireplace design possibilities. Cool Wall System transfers heat away from the wall surrounding the fireplace and enables combustible finishes such as wallpaper and wood to be placed to the edge of the fireplace. In addition, art, TVs and other electronics can be safely mounted directly above the fireplace without the need for heat barriers (mantels). These modern fireplaces are sure to light up the look and feel of any room.

For more information, visit regency-fire.com

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Design ideas and products to love this season

Stockholm 2017 SOFA in Sandbacka dark blue. $2,000. ikea.ca

Fabric LAND

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Leather, velvet and bouclé are some of the most popular fabrics in design for 2022.

1. Gideon green velvet OTTOMAN. $549.cb2.ca 2. Route leather chocolate PILLOW with feather-down insert. $130. cb2.ca 3. Anja ivory bouclé swivel CHAIR. $2,299. cb2.ca

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Embrace CHOOSE EARTH TONES One of the most impactful ways to bring a sense of the outdoors into your space is through colour. “Consider a hue like October Mist CC-550 (pictured above), our colour of the year for 2022,” says Grech. “Inspired by the stem of a flower, this colour is the perfect support for other hues in a room and is an inspiring and soothing colour that looks beautiful with a variety of styles.”

Not ready to repaint a full room? Repainting a piece of furniture such as an accent table or just the legs of your dining table or desk with Advance interior paint can help bring subtle hints of colour to a more neutral space.

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Taking inspiration from nature gives us permission to be comfortable with the imperfections in our homes.

“Give any room a natural and relaxed feel by choosing textiles like linen that look their most inviting when creased,” suggests Grech.

1. Linen-blend THROW in light beige. $70.

2. Washed linen CUSHION COVER. $15.

All from hm.com

GO ORGANIC To bring a true feeling of nature into any room, look for ways to bring organic touches into your space. “Simple arrangements of greens can be a striking and stylish way to add colour,” suggests Grech. “As a bonus, greens can be a much more affordable alternative to traditional bouquets that focus on blooms.” When you’re furnishing a space inspired by the outdoors, choose materials that evoke nature like wood, wicker and rattan.

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1. Wood and glass PLANTER. $99. | 2. Rattan and hammered glass CART. $499.| 3. Wood and rattan BENCH. $499. All from zarahome.com

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sofa + pattern rug Freshen up your living space for spring by pairing a coloured sofa with a patterned rug in similar tones.

Sven velvet SOFA in pacific blue. $1,979. article.com Hillsby Oriental Blue/Orange area RUG by Mistana.

From $79. wayfair.ca

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Eve LOVE SEAT in aspen mist. $2,049. eq3.com Tofino RUG in multicolour. From $500. eq3.com

From apparel to decor, black and white checkerboard print is cool and confident – a design you’ll be noticing this year.

Fany tufted three-seater SOFA in purple and pink. $699. structube.com Koweit RUG in pink. structube.com

1. Black and ivory checkerboard RUG. $15. simons.ca | 2. Ren large PILLOW. $99 | 3. POUF. $199. article.com | 4.

Checkerboard SLIP-ON, women by Vans. $70. simons.ca.

Mushroom moment Earthy fungi are having a design moment and we can see why. With the rise of forest bathing, foraging and all things biophilia, people are connecting with nature more than ever before.

We’ve seen the trend of plants (I’m talking about you, Monstera!) and wildflowers for a while, so, it’s no surprise that mushroom motifs are trending. The variety of mushroom shapes and colours make them an interesting design detail on wallpaper, cushions and wall art.

Mushroom garden WALLPAPER. Starting at $12. mooseaccents.com | Mushroom punch needle PILLOW. $25. lushandfound.com

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PANTONE’S 2022 COLOUR OF THE YEAR “As we move into a world of unprecedented change, the selection of Pantone 17-3938 Very Peri brings a novel perspective and vision of the trusted and beloved blue colour family, encompassing the qualities of the blues, yet at the same with its violet red undertone, Pantone 17-3938 Very Peri displays a spritely, joyous attitude and dynamic presence that encourages courageous creativity and imaginative expression. – Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute

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1. 600 thread count Egyptian cotton four-piece SHEET SET in dusty purple. $250-$290. thebay.com | 2. Cordless IRON with non-stick sole by Black + Decker. $60. thebay.com | 3. Ball animal 2 pro upright VACUUM in purple by Dyson. $700. bedbathandbeyond.ca

SUSTAINABLE CUSHION OPTIONS These pillow covers are handcrafted, sustainably sourced and come in a variety of muted shades.

Pretty in pink Moroccan woven PILLOW COVERS. From $64. westelm.ca

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Le Creuset introduces shell pink as the latest hue in its colourful palette of enamelled cookware. “We felt Shell Pink to be the perfect shade of pink,” says Sarin Keusseyan, commercial director at Le Creuset Canada. “Continuously among our most in-demand hues, we knew this would be the colour Le Creuset fans would surely appreciate. lecreuset.ca

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RECEPTION Toronto-based art studio Moss & Lam was commissioned by the hotel to create a handmade art installation. Intricately designed out of paper to mimic loon feathers, the piece hangs above the lobby’s front desk.

R+D checks into 1 Hotel Toronto to find out all about this sustainable urban oasis in the heart of the city 100-per-cent organic linens

BEDROOM The design palette takes inspiration from the muted colours of Lake Ontario and the contrasting colours of the passing seasons.

The guest rooms were designed to feel like a lakeside escape.

The rooms feature reclaimed timber, native plants, board-formed concrete and local marble. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide maximum light in the day, reducing energy use for lighting.

BATHROOM Extensive use of regional sourced materials includes hand-selected limestone and granite from local quarries.

Get the look WITH THESE SUSTAINABLE DECOR FINDS Knixhult pendant LAMP in bamboo. $50. ikea.ca 28

Japanese mud cloth PILLOW in blue grey. $120. obakki.com

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Mid-Century BED. From $1,799. westelm.ca

All restaurant kitchens adhere to stringent compost and zerowaste practices

RESTAURANTS 1 Hotel Toronto offers five dining concepts, each with its distinct culinary offerings and experiences.

While each location has its own atmosphere, they all share the same approach to celebrating fresh Ontariogrown ingredients and sustainable practices.

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3 4 5 FLORA LOUNGE Approximately 3,300 plants are cultivated by International Landscaping throughout the interior and exterior of the hotel.

Local woodworking studio Just Be Woodsy transformed fallen Toronto trees into more than 1,000 pieces of hand-crafted one-of-a-kind furnishings such as dining tables, grazing boards, host desks and side tables. These can be found throughout the hotel.

1. Papineau shoulder HANDBAG by Veinage. $249. simons.ca | 2. Rib-knit turtleneck DRESS. $50. hm.com | 3. Faux leather gold moto JACKET. $199. marshalls.ca | 4. Halfmoon split BRACELET in black. $105. obakki.com | 5. Women’s tree RUNNERS. $135. allbirds.ca

DESIGN Hudson drink TABLE in walnut. $179. westelm.ca Tria grey marble console Snake PLANT Laurentii.

TABLE. $2,599. cb2.ca $28. tonicblooms.com

The property’s biophilic design was done in collaboration with awardwinning architecture and design firm, Rockwell Group, and project managed by The Athens Group, which specializes in the development of environmentally conscious upscale hospitality properties.

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FIND YOUR NEXT HOME These listings offer a comprehensive overview of new-home and condo developments currently available throughout the Greater Ottawa Area and the Gatineau.

Legend: D = Detached SD = Semi–Detached B = Bungalow TH = Townhome TR = Terrace C = Condo = Highlighted listings are advertised in this issue of New Home + Condo Guide. Please refer to page number for more information.

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Petrie’s Landing 8865 Jean d’Arc Blvd.

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613-706-4262 brigil.com

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Caivan

Orleans Village 806 Croissant de Mercier

D

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TH

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613-518-2364 caivan.com

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Claridge

Spring Valley Trails

D

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TH

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$300’s

claridgehomes.com

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eQ Homes

Provence 1375 Trim Road

$450’s

613-355-7863 eqhomes.ca

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LOCATION Orleans

BUILDER Minto

SITE NAME Avalon Encore

PROPERTY TYPE D – – TH

Orleans Orleans

Richcraft

Trails Edge, Axis Court

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Mattamy

Jardin Crossing

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Orleans

Tamarack

Cardinal Creek

D

SD

B

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Ottawa East

Mattamy

Wateridge Village at Rockliffe

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Mattamy

360 Condos By Mattamy

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Russell

Corvinelli Homes

Russell Trails

D

Russell

Melanie Construction

Sunset Flats

Russell

Tartan Homes

Gatineau

CONTACT minto.com

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richcraft.com

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mattamy.com

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corvinellihomes.ca

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melanieconstruction.com

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Russell Trails

D

SD

B

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tartanhomes.com

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Brigil

Plateau du Parc 534 boul. Des Grives

D

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B

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Inquire

819-776-4663 brigil.com

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Gatineau

Brigil

Plateau Symmes 895-3 boul. Du Plateau

D

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B

TH

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Inquire

819-571-4663 brigil.com

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Gatineau

Brigil

Domaine du Vieux–Port 1400 St-Joseph Blvd

D

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Inquire

819-777-4663 brigil.com

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Gatineau

Brigil

Le Columbia 376 St. Joseph Blvd.

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Inquire

613-454-1578 brigil.com

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Chelsea

Hendrick

Hendrick Farm

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hendrickfarm.ca

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