Southwestern Ontario New Home and Condo Guide - May 9, 2015

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contents p. 14 ON THE COVER

NEW HORIZON DEVELOPMENT GROUP The new condo currency is Mint and more

regular and special features IN EVERY ISSUE 10 Editor’s Note 68 Ad Index 69 Hot Dates

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IN THE NEWS 38 Averton Homes

unveils two designer decorated model homes

56 BILD Awards COLUMNISTS 32 Building Blocks

Smaller spaces, bigger vision

by Jeff Paikin

61 Expert Advice

Annual awards recognize the best in home building

HOMEBUYERS’ HELP 34 City Focus

Binbrook: an island suburb of Hamilton

Today’s savvy women can’t afford to not buy real estate

by Karen Kessel

70 Fundamentally Speaking

by Wayne Karl

63 Homebuyers’ Resources Mortgage Calculator & Rate Table

Why you should always check your property boundary

by Wayne Karl

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community focus features 16 Oakville

48 Waterloo

26 Hamilton

52 Kitchener

Branthaven Homes Branthaven’s Oakvillage opens to great success Multi-Area Developments Variety, style and features at Bellagio Village

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//EDITOR’S NOTE

New home experience Make wise choices and enjoy the process

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hen only a new home will do, those in the market will be pleasantly surprised by the value and attention to detail a new home offers.

When you buy new, you don’t inherit somebody else’s worn carpeting, personal taste in kitchen appliances or paint colour preferences. You get a fresh, clean space that’s waiting for your personal imprint.

If you’ve always fantasized about buying a brand new home, here are a few tips that can help you make the process a pleasant one: » Shop the mortgage market to see what you can afford before you start your hunt; » Obtain a lawyer who is willing to review your offer and close the deal; » Don’t be persuaded by high pressure sales tactics while you’re out shopping; » Determine which options and upgrades you want as part of your offer and ensure your lender will finance what’s required, if needed; » To save money, consider which upgrades you could purchase and install yourself after the sale closes. Some upgrades such as rough-ins and wiring inside the walls are easier to do before construction.

Factors such as the cost of the home, neighbourhood, lot size and special features play a big role in your final decision. Determining which features your new house absolutely must have, and which features you could live without, should be among your first steps in the homebuying process.

SUSAN LEGGE

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Infrastructure’s big boost

Ontario needs better transit options, and the provincial government is increasingly on board

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ow that spring has sprung, get ready for the season that naturally follows – construction.

Indeed, there is an old joke that we have only two seasons in Ontario – winter and construction.

Now that the former is finally over, the latter may well begin in earnest.

It’s not a new development that Hamilton and other cities in Southwestern Ontario – like most in the province – has prioritized building new roads and transit systems, and trying to figure out how to pay for it all.

Thankfully, though, the provincial government is increasingly waking up to the need.

Case in point, the most recent provincial budget which included more transit and transportation infrastructure investments.

“People need better transit options,” says Ontario Home Builders’ Association President Vince Molinaro. “The province’s massive transit investment should support the creation of transit-supported communities across Ontario. Building complete communities along those transit lines makes sense and will provide new housing and employment options and choice where people can live, work and play.”

It’s good to know our governments are fully on board.

WAYNE KARL

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The new condo currency is MINT AND MORE

LOCATION Oakville HOUSING TYPE Midrise condos, from the mid $200’s SALES CENTRE By appointment only CONTACT mintcondos.ca

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rich lifestyle, rewarding location and unlimited returns. Mint – describes it perfectly.

Fabulous suites appointed with cool and contemporary features and fixtures, set within twin towers of carefree and convenient living, rising at the corner of everything in upper Oakville. This is Mint Condos. Southwestern Ontario’s premium condo developer, New Horizon Development Group, has invested 14 NEW HOME & CONDO GUIDE SWO | MAY 9 - 23, 2015

considerable time and talent to ensure Mint is yet another one-of-a-kind residence for those seeking a city lifestyle rich with amenities, invested with substance and right in the heart of it all.

Ideally located at the corner of Bronte Road and Dundas Street West, pleasure and play are well within reach at the Bronte Creek Provincial Park, with Bronte Creek crossing through its midst, and golf courses found at every turn. Sixteen Mile Creek flows nearby to offer even more natural vistas and settings to enjoy.

Recreation centres, shopping, schools, restaurants, parks and paths are never in short supply in this thriving area on the move. It’s easy come, easy go with ample transit options at your door, QEW, 407 and the newly expanded Dundas corridor.

With the state-of-the-art new Oakville hospital opening in the future, Sheridan College campus and abundant community services, residents will have everything they need and much more.

The sky’s the limit as all residents are privy to panoramic views of the surroundings from the Niagara Escarpment through to the Oakville and Toronto skylines from two rooftop terraces, perfect for entertaining by day or night. Other dividends include the fitness centre, entertainment lounge and theatre room – great spaces that are perfect extensions of your Mint condo. With its cost-effective, sustainable geothermal energy services, Green heating, Green cooling and water costs will all be included in the condo fees.

NEW HORIZON DEVELOPMENT GROUP | Mint Condos

“Our ultimate goal is to always provide customers with the affordable side of luxury” — New Horizon Development Group President Jeff Paikin

At ground level, an elegant landscaped courtyard will wrap around these eight-storey towers of 400 suites with prices starting in the mid-$200’s. Several one-bedroom suites also include a den, with two-bedroom suites offering plenty of variety in layout and view selection. With very few exceptions, all suites include a balcony or walkout terrace. Inside, fine features range from a high performance kitchen through to a stress-busting bath.

Mint is yet another well thought out project from award-winning New Horizon Development Group, known for bringing us Westwood, Times Square, Vibe, Haven and now the Bridgewater Residences in Burlington, Urban West and City Square in Hamilton, and Waterfront Trails in Stoney Creek – all low- to midrise projects that enhance the existing lifestyle in the

communities they partner with. “Our ultimate goal is to always provide customers with the affordable side of luxury,” says New Horizon Development Group’s President Jeff Paikin. “We will continue to transform neighbourhoods with what savvy buyers really want: great locations, smart suites, stylish selections as well as outstanding value.”

Residents and investors alike note the appeal of Mint as a luxurious home and a savvy investment opportunity in a rapidly growing real estate marketplace. With the nearby construction of the new regional hospital, new residents will be drawn to the area making it ideal for those with long or short-term investment goals.

There are still opportunities to be part of Oakville’s most successful and sought after condo community. Strong sales and demand have taken sales to the 75 per cent mark as future residents look to occupancy in spring of 2017.

As the final step in the project, 12 larger suites have been released, ideal for empty nesters seeking style and substance. The Mint sales team is booking private appointments to extol Mint’s true value so interested parties can experience every aspect of the project with total focus.

Register today at mintcondos.ca and arrange your personal one-on-one appointment.

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BRANTHAVEN’S OAKVILLAGE OPENS TO GREAT SUCCESS!

Branthaven sales soar at Oakville’s fastest selling new home community

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ranthaven Homes recently celebrated the official launch of Oakvillage, another master-planned community of its award-winning lifestyle townhomes. Everyone who attended enjoyed Branthaven’s hospitality and was wowed by the array of two-and three-storey townhomes offered at Oakvillage, a destination, new home neighbourhood located at Trafalgar Road and Dundas Street East, in the heart of Oakville’s burgeoning new Uptown neighbourhood.

More than 150 smart and stylish towns were swiftly sold in the last weeks at the Preview and Grand Opening events. Eager new-home buyers from the west GTA were drawn to the overall vision of the community and to the many twoand three-storey innovative townhome designs at Branthaven’s Oakvillage.

“My boyfriend and I purchased The Taplow model. We love the spacious layout of this back-to-back and the many added features that come with owning a Branthaven,” says Marissa, a proud new owner of a Branthaven Oakvillage home. “We are a two-vehicle couple and need more room than our current condo offers. We not only feel secure with the sound investment of a Branthaven, but we’ll soon have a convenient garage and a driveway of our own.”

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“It was great to see so many young professionals and young families who love the location, the community and the lifestyle benefits that Oakvillage offers. They really want to be part of it,” says Steve Stipsits, president of Branthaven Homes. “Our buyers were also design savvy and sophisticated. They appreciated the high style and built-in value that our Fresh Thinking bonus package provides. There’s no need for costly upgrades when everything they want in a brand new home is delivered – all in.

That really seems to resonate.”

Kristen Bellamy, Branthaven’s marketing and brand manager, also reports that “buyers did their homework online prior to the opening. They came in knowing they liked the traditional Oakville cachet of upgraded

BRANTHAVEN HOMES | Oakvillage brick elevations and loved the contemporary, open-concept floorplans. While visiting our stunning Presentation Centre during the Grand Opening, they could see and touch our showcase of signature features and finishes, which really helped them to differentiate what Branthaven offers over and above other home builders.”

Branthaven Homes is renowned for its floorplans. They are not only more modern and more functional; they are more designconscious. At Oakvillage, buyers have a choice of two- or three-storey plans and a variety of bedroom/den combinations. Adding even more value and distinctive interior appeal are Branthaven’s coveted, built-in Fresh Thinking features – the latest designer trends, from counters to cabinets, tiles to taps, and more.

Kitchens are loaded with smart extras including pantries, enhanced storage, under-cabinet iPad mounts and customizable peg organizer drawers. Bathrooms boast spa-style trimmings – deep soaker tubs with square edges, floating vanities, sleek shower shelves and cultured marble counters.

“Visitors dare to compare Branthaven’s outstanding features and high-quality craftsmanship and soon discover that Branthaven’s Oakvillage Townhomes are unmatched in the market,” adds Bellamy.

Oakvillage’s location is a real draw for anyone looking to be close to neighbouring amenities, quality schools, nature trails and convenient highway access. The new Oakville hospital and great family-friendly community centres and sports complexes are nearby.

Oakvillage will also be surrounded by scenic woodlands, with access to 300 kms of multi-purpose trails and is mere moments from everything that enhances quality of life.

The Oakvillage Grand Opening continues, so there’s still time to Live the Life at Branthaven’s Oakvillage.

LOCATION Oakville HOUSING TYPE Two-and three-storey townhomes from the mid $400’s SALES CENTRE 351 Dundas St. E., open Monday to Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m. and Saturday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

CONTACT 289.725.7777 branthaven.com/oakvillage MAY 9 - 23, 2015 | NEW HOME & CONDO GUIDE SWO 17

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PREVIEW REGISTRATION HOMES BY DESANTIS Grimsby | AquaBlu

Opening in May – a condominium community of modern suites along the lake in Grimsby.

Starting from the $180’s.

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EMPIRE COMMUNITIES Stoney Creek | Lush at Victory

New boutique townhomes from $294,990, coming May 2.

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MOUNTAINVIEW HOMES Niagara Falls | Windy Lane Estates

Showhome now open for 50-ft. singles and townhomes from the $220’s.

MATTAMY HOMES Milton | Hawthorne Village

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NEW RELEASES

New townhomes and detached homes in this established master-planned community.

LOSANI HOMES Ancaster | Ancaster Astoria

Register now for this new single-family home development on Garner Road East.

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DICENZO HOMES Hamilton | Paradise Townes

Register now for this new single-family home development on Garner Road East.

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NEW OPENINGS CARRIAGE GATE HOMES Hamilton | Legacy Ancaster

Collection of spacious single-family homes at Lime Kiln Road in Hamilton

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NEW HORIZON Burlington | Bridgewater Residences

Presentation centre and model suite now open for luxury condominiums on the lake.

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MINTO, BRANTHAVEN HOMES & EMSHIH DEVELOPMENTS Oakville | Oakvillage

Now open – Oakville’s visionary master-planned community from the low $400’s.

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MATTAMY HOMES Oakville | The Preserve

A new selection of freehold live/work townhomes.

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ZEINA HOMES Hamilton | Paradise Meadows

Phase 3 of new single-family homes from 1,870 to 3,608 sq. ft.

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ROSEHAVEN HOMES Chippawa | The Ravines at Lyon’s Creek

Now open – condominium bungalow townhomes in the Lyons Creek neighbourhood of Chippawa/Niagara. Prices from the $270’s.

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ROSEHAVEN HOMES & HOMES BY DESANTIS Chippawa | The Ravines at Lyon’s Creek

Limited quantities of detached homes available, priced from the low $300’s.

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EMPIRE COMMUNITIES Stoney Creek | Lush at Victory

Boutique towns coming to this townhouse and single-family home development.

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Fort Erie

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Seek haven from the common, the average, the oh-so-typical, the middle-of-the-road, the run-of-the-mill, the good-enough.

At Rosehaven, we will never be satisfied with anything less than the exceptional.

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LYON’S CREEK Condominium Townhomes NOW OPEN from $279,990 36’ Singles and 36’ Freehold Towns from $319,990

THOROLD

GIBSON HEIGHTS 30’ Attached Singles & Freehold Towns from $291,990 Move in Ready Inventory Homes Available

STONEY CREEK

ON THE RIDGE Semi Detached Homes from $358,990 40’ & 35’ Singles from $468,990

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WATERDOWN MEADOWS 35’ Singles from $479,990 Only 8 homes remain!

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//COMMUNITY FOCUS

Unlimited variety, style & features can be found at BELLAGIO VILLAGE at SUMMIT PARK

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nlimited in style, variety, size and concept, the master-planned community of Summit Park, designed and developed by Multi-Area Developments, continues to grow as it offers a collection of homes and townhomes suitable for any and all lifestyles.

“We’re not limited to one product,” explains Aldo De Santis as he describes the towns that complement the detached homes, both dressed with the same luxury finishes and features. “We really have a great community,” says DeSantis. “We’ve got constantly changing product that adapts to the needs of homebuyers and has been attracting generations of homebuyers from the same families.”

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MULTI-AREA DEVELOPMENTS | Bellagio Village at Summit Park showcases the future of home building within a multi-layered 400-acre community that blends homes with an abundance of parkland and a network of trails and architecturallycontrolled streetscapes, while across the road, a 285-acre conservation area offers four seasons of outdoor activity. The Red Hill Parkway joins the LINC with the QEW and 403 continues to draw even more visitors to this location on Hamilton mountain.

There are two neighbourhood parks in the midst of the community that include a soccer field, sports pads, playgrounds, sun shelters, all surrounded by meandering tracks illustrating the lifestyle focus which is an obvious priority of Aldo De Santis, president of Multi-Area Developments and the visionary of this community. The new Bishop Ryan High School is located here and there are future plans for two elementary schools as well.

Townhomes are an integral part of the community, especially these towns that offer all the features and finishes of detached living, but in a low maintenance package in a parkside setting. Two collections offer seven townhome designs ranging from 1,230 to 1,770 sq. ft. with prices starting at $279,990. The Bloom Garden Towns are an innovative collection featuring multi-level towns and back-to-back towns with plans offering from two to four bedrooms. They create an intimate enclave surrounding their own community park.

Layouts blend contemporary and classic style accented with a bouquet of standard features.

The Estate-Styled Collection offers four plans, larger in size with grander spaces – a touch of panache to townhome living.

The newest release includes 68 townhome units from both collections offering closings in early 2016. As a pre-construction bonus, those selecting from the Bloom collection will receive a bonus of central air plus $2,500 in

Six fashion-forward, energy-efficient detached model homes showcase the style, features and finishes within all homes at Summit Park, from alldressed to elegant standards. free upgrades. To further enhance the Estate-Styled townhomes, homebuyers will receive $5,000 in decor dollars.

Six fashion-forward, energy-efficient detached model homes showcase the style, features and finishes within all homes at Summit Park, from all-dressed to elegant standards. Models like the Mapleview, illustrate open-concept plans, luxury master ensuites, and family rooms that wrap around kitchens with breakfast bars, features you’ll find in many of the available plans.

LOCATION Hamilton HOUSING TYPE Singles and multi-level, executive and three-storey, back-to-back townhomes SALES CENTRE Rymal Road at Fletchers Road, open noon to 6 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekends CONTACT 905.561.0136 multi-area.com MAY 9 - 23, 2015 | NEW HOME & CONDO GUIDE SWO 27

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There’s so much more to life at Waterdown Meadows.

You want more! More home. More lot. More features. More time to spend with your family. With great local parks, schools, libraries, restaurants and more, right around the corner. All in a family-friendly neighbourhood that’s connected to wherever you have to go. Want more out of life? Just add Waterdown!

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//BUILDING BLOCKS

Smaller spaces, bigger vision » by JEFF PAIKIN “Living large” is a mantra North Americans have been far too familiar with over the past few decades.

JEFF PAIKIN

Past President of HHHBA, has been in the building industry for more than 20 years. As President and CEO of New Horizon Development Group (Builders of the inaugural CHBA Green Home of the Year), there isn’t much in the housing world he hasn’t seen. Jeff will provide regular insight and perspective of what’s going on in today’s market and what buyers should be aware of as they prepare to make a purchase.

He can be reached at info@newhorizonhomes.ca

Fortunately, most of us have come to realize that it’s not just our fast food portion sizes or our behemoth SUVs that could use some slimming down. Wastefulness and excessiveness are in steady decline, with growing numbers examining where in their lives they can cut back in order to save time, money and effort. This shift in perspective has been quite apparent in today’s real estate market. As baby-boomers seek simplicity in smaller, uncluttered spaces, and young up-and-comers seek affordable living in minimalist condos and lofts, smaller spaces have become the dominant trend in new homes.

Not so long ago, the idea of a smaller home used to elicit images of being cramped and inconvenienced, with no place to entertain guests or even enjoy a bit of privacy. All that has changed over the past decade as architects and designers have devised and implemented proven techniques to maximize the functionality and flow of today’s living spaces.

Housing is typically the largest expense most people will ever assume. Miscalculating just how much home you require can cost you thousands of dollars over the life of your mortgage.

Try to imagine the myriad of benefits that go along with your smaller space and even smaller mortgage and all of a sudden the idea of less being more takes on a whole new meaning.

For starters, spending less on the actual home permits the homebuyers to redirect their money towards personalizing their living spaces with finer materials and superior craftsmanship, making it distinctively charming and livable.

Also keep in mind that quality flooring, finishes, fixtures and furniture are all much more affordable when dealing with a smaller space.

Another major factor driving the smaller spaces trend is a rapid rise in eco-consciousness. The ideal of an enormous house filled with specialized, rarely used rooms is purely a North American one. If you are sincere about contributing to a sustainable future and reducing your carbon footprint a

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smaller home can make the biggest difference. No matter how many Green materials a large home has, its sheer size, unutilized space, and sometimes dysfunctional design make for a very inefficient living space.

Proper Green living almost always results in substantial long-term savings, which is why the positives of living in a smaller habitat continue giving for the entire lifetime of the house, as every room must be furnished, heated, cooled, and so forth.

The environmental positives of a smaller living space are even greater than the financial benefits that you reap. A smaller home means a smaller footprint on the earth, in every measurable way – fewer trees cut down, less earth bulldozed, less petroleum burned, less steel mined – essentially less usage of every resource. So a smaller living space is an eco home, and using Green materials, appliances and building methods can make it even Greener.

Canadian homebuyers are realizing that a home that expresses your values and that’s a joy to live is not a function of square footage. Most of today’s larger homes are designed to overwhelm rather than welcome. Homes with cavernous spaces just aren’t as intimate and comfortable as those that are properly scaled down to the homeowner’s life. Think of your house as a tailored suit, just big enough to fit you perfectly.

People who are able to make smaller living spaces work, often find themselves with a surplus of time and resources to direct towards other areas of their life such as family, health, career and leisure. Perhaps a smaller home can create a more balanced and enjoyable life for you – one that will keep you connected to the things that truly matter.

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BINBROOK

An island suburb of Hamilton » by WAYNE KARL

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hen it comes to real estate, community development and new home building, one of the best opportunities homebuyers can hope for is an area in transition – a place with a strong natural location, good value and significant improvement underway through local and regional initiatives.

Time it right, and purchasing in such an area could be priceless.

Welcome to Binbrook, a small but fast-growing community of about 15,000 in the southeastern part of Hamilton. It may not be as well known – at least not yet – as some of its neighbouring communities such as Stoney Creek, Grimsby and Ancaster, but there is no question Binbrook is a town on the upswing.

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As that old real estate adage goes, it’s all about location, location, location – and Binbrook has all that going for it, and more.

Part of the Regional Municipality of Hamilton Wentworth, Binbrook was formerly known as Halls’ Corners, after Squire Hall, whose store housed the local post office. The name was later changed to Binbrook after a village in England.

Amalgamated as part of the City of Hamilton in 2001, Binbrook has since benefited from the expansive development and economic improvement in the region. Hundreds of millions of dollars have been spent in recent years on infrastructure in and around Hamilton, facilitating easier access to and from the city and neighbouring communities like Binbrook, as well as to other major destinations. Close to the QEW, Binbrook residents and businesses benefit from proximity to St. Catharines, Niagara Falls, Hamilton, Brantford, Cambridge and of course east into Toronto.

Indeed, the recent opening of the Red Hill Expressway made it easier than ever to travel to Toronto or Windsor or Niagara Falls and anywhere in between. The highway runs through Hamilton, connecting the Lincoln M. Alexander Parkway to the QEW near Hamilton Harbour.

Just as this infrastructure facilitates growth and prosperity in the area, so too is it part of important local history. The $245-million expressway was built through the Red Hill

Valley by the City of Hamilton after a decades-long battle with opponents. It was first proposed in the 1950s and was cancelled and resurrected several times over the years. Finally, it was built during the 2000s and opened in 2007.

Today, the highway is quite literally a lifeline for Binbrook, leading to commercial and industrial growth and expanding residential population who can now live and work locally, rather than face long commutes to neighboring cities for employment.

So, with such growth and development, Binbrook is primed for prosperity, with a perfect combination of old and new, where city meets country. The area has attracted new business such as big box stores, groceries, auto dealerships and other industry to cater to the growing community.

Indeed, considered something of an island suburb of Hamilton, separated by conservation and agricultural lands, Binbrook is now seeing hundreds of new homes being built in the area. Builders such as Branthaven Homes, Losani Homes and

Binbrook is primed for prosperity, with a perfect combination of old and new, where city meets country Empire Communities have a variety of new-home offerings, from detached homes and bungalows, product that appeals to first-time buyers, families and even empty nesters.

Affordability is the keyword in Binbrook, with average new-home prices much less than those seen in the GTA and even other areas in the region. Branthaven’s The Fairgrounds community, for example, offers luxury singles from the high $300’s, while Losani Homes has detached homes at various price points.

Besides location, history and value, buyers are also attracted to Binbrook due to the new amenities in the area. This growing community offers new conveniences that busy families appreciate, from new stores, services and state-of-the-art schools, to a 19-acre park which includes a sports field, running track, soccer pitch and wooded trail system where residents can jog, walk their dog, push the stroller or just meet up with friendly new neighbours.

Local farmers produce everything from fruits to vegetables, grains and livestock, and many stage Farmers Markets or “pick your own” opportunities, further building residents’ relationships with the community and its natural surroundings.

If golf is what you’re after, there are plenty of top courses nearby, including the 18-hole Southbrook Golf and Country Club, located on Hwy. 56 in Binbrook.

There is also the Binbrook Conservation Area, a 396-hectare (978 acre) tract of land owned and operated by the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, with 174 hectares (430 acres) covered by the picturesque Lake Niapenco. The lake is surrounded by open meadows, hardwood forests and reforested areas, as well as a network of hiking trails.

And like many small towns in Ontario, Binbrook also boasts its own annual fair – the Binbrook Fair – which is approaching its 161st anniversary.

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MOVE UP to Topper Woods!

Everything you dream of in a new home is here at Monarch’s sought-after Topper Woods. Move up to an enclave of impressive two-storey and bungalow designs up to 3,722 sq.ft. on traditional 43’ & 50’ lots. Customize your home to make it truly yours! Live near historic Doon Village with schools, parkland and easy access to Hwy 401.

Elegant 43’ and 50’ Singles from the low $400,000’s

Maximus Series - Now available at Topper Woods Select the package that’s exactly your style and price.

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CHOOSE MONARCH FIRST. KLEINBURG | Kleinburg Crown Estates | Designer Decorated Models 42’ & 50’ Singles from the mid $900,000’s Sales Centre located at 165 Timber Creek Boulevard 416-495-3513 CALEDON | SouthFields | Models To View Townhomes from the low $400,000’s Semis from the high $400,000’s Singles from the high $600,000’s Sales Centre located at 12515 Old Kennedy Road, Caledon (Old Kennedy Rd. and Mayfield Rd.) 905-843-0707

KITCHENER | Topper Woods | Models To View 43’ & 50’ Singles from the low $400,000’s Sales Centre located at 7 Wetland Way, Kitchener 519-894-8222

HOURS: Monday – Thursday: 1pm – 8pm, Friday: 12pm – 5pm, Weekends & Holidays: 11am – 6pm

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//IN THE NEWS

Averton Homes

UNVEILS TWO DESIGNER DECORATED MODEL HOMES LOCATED IN THE HEART OF NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE

The Great Room

The Braeburn Kitchen

On Saturday, April 18, representatives from Averton Homes were joined by hundreds of excited homebuyers at the official grand opening of Averton Square’s two designer decorated model homes. Offering affordable luxury at its finest, Averton Square features an exclusive enclave of 20 bungalow homes located right in the heart of Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Representing Averton’s unequivocal standards in home design, the newly designer decorated model homes feature open-concept floorplans, beautifully designed interiors, and the finest architectural details. Two-bedroom layouts, The Braeburn at 2,132 sq. ft., and The Russet at 2,418 sq. ft., fuse contemporary luxury and innovative design.

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Ranging in size from 1,357 to 2,423 sq. ft. and priced from the low $600’s, exteriors at Averton Square will feature architecturally designed streetscapes and elevations, brick detailing, vinyl siding and/or brick with stone detailing, and big country-style porches. Interiors will include nine-ft. ceiling heights and natural oak hardwood flooring on the main floor, oak veneer staircases and direct-vent natural gas fireplaces.

The chef-inspired gourmet kitchens will feature custom-quality cabinetry, granite countertops and under-mounted stainless steel sinks.

Dubbed “Canada’s Prettiest Town,” Niagara-on-the-Lake has a rich history and character that lives in its tree-lined streets and parks.

Located in the heart of Niagara-onthe-Lake, residences have unique access to the town’s local amenities, and residents will enjoy some of the finest dining/shopping destinations in Ontario. In a community of 27 wineries (from large estates, to medium-size operations to small boutique wineries), Averton Square offers residents everything they need right at their doorstep.

Come and tour our model homes!

The Averton Square Presentation Centre is located at 120 John St. W., Niagara-on-the-Lake. Hours are Monday to Tuesday (by appointment only), Wednesday to Friday from noon to 5 p.m., Saturday, Sunday and holidays from noon to 5 p.m.

For more information, call 905.378.2500 or visit avertonsquare.com

DESIGN IS EVERYTHING

The Russet. Elevation B

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TOUR OUR NEW DESIGNER DECORATED MODEL HOMES! Savour the sheer abundance that is life in the heart of Niagara-on-the-Lake. The shops, the restaurants, the spas, the theatres, the biking trails, the wineries. Here in the very heart of it all, Averton Square now offers you a choice 20 exquisitely designed bungalows, in an intimate community just steps from everything.

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Prices and specifications correct at press time. Prices quoted are in $ thousands. Maps not to scale. E. & O.E.

Site is located at: First Rd. W. & Highland Rd. W.

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This latest collection of spacious single family homes from Carriage Gate is perhaps its most prestigious yet.

An intimate enclave of homes in Ancaster’s best and most desirable location, just off Lime Kiln Road, these estate-inspired residences are distinguished in both their architecture and interior design, with each appointed with a long retinue of luxury features.

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Paul Ciardullo; Broker, Effort Trust. 905-975-9191 Prices and specifications are subject to change without notice. E. & O.E. Renderings are artist’s concept.

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New Home WATCH LONDON BAYFIELD BLYTH CLINTON

PREVIEW REGISTRATION REMBRANDT HOMES London | Castle Rock Place

Two-storey and mulit-level condominium townhomes.

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GRAND BEND INGERSOLL LONDON

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TILLSONBURG WINGHAM WOODSTOCK

NEW OPENINGS

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REMBRANDT HOMES Woodstock | Beacon’s Way

SENATOR HOMES Woodstock | Havelock Corners

Multi level townhomes from 1,747 sq. ft. and from $241,990.

rembrandt-homes.ca

New release of 50-ft. riverview lots on the Upper Thames River, minutes from downtown Woodstock.

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FUSION HOMES Tillsonburg | The Oaks

THE TRICAR GROUP Stratford | 140 Caledonia

ST.THOMAS STRATFORD TAVISTOCK

Currently under construction, single-family homes from $184,900.

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STONECREST HOMES London | Summerside

New phase of single-family homes at Darnley Boulevard and Cardigan Drive.

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STONECREST HOMES London | Victoria on the River

Register now for these single-family homes at at Hamilton Road & Commissioners Road East in.

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HALTON HILLS WELLINGTON WATERLOO ALMAA AYR

PREVIEW REGISTRATION SAVIC HOMES Kitchener | Avalon Urban Towns

Coming this spring – design-forward urban towns at Highland Road West and Ira Needles Blvd., just minutes from downtown Kitchener.

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REID HOMES Rockwood | Noble Ridge

Register now for 30-, 40- and 50-ft. detached homes from 1,438 to 3,100 sq. ft.

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CAMBRIDGE ELORA

FERGUS GEORGETOWN

GUELPH KITCHENER

ROCKWOOD WATERLOO

NEW OPENINGS

NEW RELEASES

CRYSTAL HOMES FERNBROOK HOMES Cambridge | Grand River Woods

MACPHERSON MASTER BUILDERS Fergus | Strathlea Fergus

Grand Opening Sales Event on these 30-, 35- and 40-ft. detached homes next to the Grand River.

crystalhomes.com fernbrookhomes.com

Limited new release of 20-ft. freehold towns and 30-ft. singles.

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REID’S HERITAGE HOMES Kitchener | The Oaks

REID’S HERITAGE HOMES Guelph | Alive

New 56-suite condominium. Offering a great selection of floorplans that suit a variety of budgets and lifestyles in an established community.

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REID’S HERITAGE HOMES Fergus | Westminster Highlands

Now open – three- and four-bedroom freehold and condominium townhomes starting from the $300,000s.

REID’S HERITAGE HOMES Kitchener | Williamsburg Walk

Now open – midrise urban condominiums starting from the low $200’s.

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Master-planned community of a variety of single-detached homes, bungalows, two-storey and executive townhomes and midrise condos.

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BUILDERS: To include or update your listing, email wayne.karl@ypnexthome.ca Please say you saw it in New Home & Condo Guide!

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Call us now at 1-800-265-5709 www.baldwinplace.ca

E.& O.E. Prices & Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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//COMMUNITY FOCUS

Cook Homes releases final two villas in award-winning BEECHWOOD COMMUNITY

C LOCATION Waterloo HOUSING TYPE Two condo villas from $625,000s SALES CENTRE 435 Winchester Dr., open 1 to 4 p.m.

Sunday, or by appointment CONTACT Donna Hodgin 519.725.8880 or 519.886.9797 cookhomes.ca 48 NEW HOME & CONDO GUIDE SWO | MAY 9 - 23, 2015

ook Homes’ Village in Beechwood West is an award-winner with only two opportunities left for new residents. And those opportunities are spectacular – its fabulously-appointed model home and a second version standing ready and waiting for immediate occupancy. Both are based on the McRae design which was the 2014 winner of Most Outstanding Lowrise Multi-Unit Design (2001 sq. ft. and over) and finalist for Most Outstanding Bathroom.

The Village at Beechwood West is a prestigious 55 condominium villa community surrounded by parks and a natural greenbelt with a creek weaving through its midst. Nestled in an exclusive enclave in this established Beechwood West location on the west side of Waterloo, it’s no wonder it was named 2014 WRHBA (Waterloo Region Home Builders’ Association) Multi-Unit Project of the Year, and has been sold out. With sales complete, they can now part with these final two homes.

Homebuyers seeking immediate gratification will receive that and more with these two luxurious versions of the McCrae Villa. The stress-free, maintenance-free condo lifestyle is perfect for those who are focused on leisure

COOK HOMES | The Village in Beechwood West living and travel. The McCrae is designed as a two-storey, two-bedroom with upper laundry and double-car garage. The well-appointed model showcases many high-end upgrades and includes all of the upholstered furniture, appliances, custom-made Hunter Douglas window shades and window coverings, three TVs and much more. Decor is neutral, with spills of rich coffee accents in the woodwork, cabinetry and furnishings. This stunning model is priced at $694,900.

Main and upper levels of the model offer 2,125 sq. ft. of living space with an additional 620 sq. ft. of finished space on the lower level. The piece de resistance is its state-of-the-art theatre room complete with an 80-in. LED flat screen TV, stepped theatre seating with eight leather, reclining armchairs, a bistro table with bar stools, built-in wet bar with wine fridge, dishwasher and maple cabinetry with a mosaic backsplash-all included. The sound system is wired throughout the home and also includes an intercom.

The open-concept main floor features engineered hardwood flooring, crown moulding and pot lights throughout. The full-sized dining area reaches into the kitchen with its dark maple cabinetry and a full-sized pantry. Mosaic-tiled backsplash, quartz countertops, garburator, stainless steel appliances and a chimney hood contribute to its contemporary convenience and style. A large kitchen island and extended bar, with a second sink, built-in pop-out microwave drawer, quartz countertop and a lighted glass cabinet overlook the Great Room where the focus is an oversized corner gas fireplace and a full wall of built-in cabinetry. Double glass doors, balanced by full-sized windows, lead to the private patio.

The spacious upper loft overlooks the staircase lined by an iron railing.

Both bedrooms are large with the well-appointed master offering a dressing room complete with built-ins. Double doors lead to the lavish ensuite which includes a corner whirlpool soaker tub with tile surround, an oversized, custom glass shower enclosure, rainfall showerhead and computerized shower system. A raised, L-shaped quartz vanity features his and hers under mount sinks. Guests also receive the royal treatment in a suite featuring a double-door entry, ensuite privileges, walk-in closet and a vaulted ceiling.

The second version is priced at $625,500, and offers a sunshine basement and a large, private deck overlooking mature trees and a peaceful greenbelt. Like the model, its features and finishes offer equal levels of luxury, after all, this is Beechwood. Additional features include interior doors with satin nickel levers, carpeting and under pad, ceramic tile flooring, engineered hardwood and light fixtures.

For more information, contact Donna Hodgin, Especially New Homes Inc., 519.725.8880 or 519.886.9797, or visit cookhomes.ca MAY 9 - 23, 2015 | NEW HOME & CONDO GUIDE SWO 49

Established Waterloo Community

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Move in now! This is your last chance to own in the final phase of our award winning West Waterloo community.

Own the McCrae Park Villa; Winner of the Most Outstanding Low Rise Multi-Unit Design over 2000 sq. ft.

MCCRAE PARK VILLA ~ Immediate Occupancy.

Situated on a gorgeous and very private parkland lot.

Features two bedrooms, den with custom built-in desk and cabinetry plus cozy and ambiant fireplace located just off of the Master Bedroom. $625,500

MCCRAE PARK MODEL ~ Immediate Occupancy.

Stunning model features a theatre room with seating for 8 and wet bar, two bedrooms plus loft, stunning ensuite bath, stainless steel appliances, custom window and bed coverings and upholstery. $694,900

Beautiful town villas backing onto private and treed parklands Maintenance free condominium lifestyle Outstanding features, including granite countertops, 9’ ceilings, stone, brick and stucco exteriors with generous stone patios

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EASTFOREST PRESENTS DESTINATION in Kitchener’s Doon community

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home should be a place to relax, to gather with family and friends, a place to seek solace and comfort and, in Kitchener, thanks to Eastforest Homes, your new home is also your everyday Destination.

Just minutes away from all city amenities, Destination Doon, by Eastforest Homes Ltd., offers the homes of your dreams in a setting where nature and city meet. Surrounded by natural habitat and protected aquatic systems, Destination at Doon has it all.

Doon is a highly sought-after neighborhood in Kitchener with its picturesque greenspace and parks. It is known for its walking trails and pathways as well as shopping, recreation, schools and services. Recreational activities are made easy with the nearby Activa Sportsplex and the Doon Valley Golf Course, plus Homer Watson Park and the Waterloo Region Museum.

Protected marshland surrounds Destination and its sister community of Doon South. Highway access is more than convenient putting Destination Doon within minutes of Hwy. 401 and Hwys. 7 and 8 through to Waterloo and the lure of day tripping hot spots such as St. Jacobs, Elmira, Elora and Fergus.

The homes are as much a Destination as the community, offering detached two-storey homes with three and four bedrooms to the delightful Chelsey bungalow of 1,300 sq. ft., 52 NEW HOME & CONDO GUIDE SWO | MAY 9 - 23, 2015

perfect for empty nesters. You can find lots from 30-, 36-, 40- and 45 ft. in width ranging from 1,525 to 3,347 sq. ft. Along with the current townhomes, Eastforest Homes plans a future release of semi-detached homes to complement the community and complete the Destination.

Three new model homes have opened to showcase Destination living. The popular Iris and Indigo models were designed for those who want room to grow and room to live.

Both of these well-designed plans offer the flexibility of three- or four-bedroom options, while the Indigo can be transformed to a five-bedroom home, or enjoys an upper level lounge and additional family room over the garage. The Tilia Model is a grand home with a gracious 2,700 sq. ft. of living space and four bedrooms on a 40-ft. lot. As with these Signature Series homes on 40- and 45-ft. lots, this home includes standard features such as nine-ft. ceilings on the main floor, granite counters in the kitchen, hardwoods and ceramics.

EASTFOREST HOMES | Destination Doon

LOCATION Kitchener HOUSING TYPE Singles on 30- to 45-ft. lots from the $350’s, and towns from the $290’s SALES CENTRE 291 Moorlands Cres., at Stauffer Dr., open 2 to 7 p.m. Monday to Wednesday, noon to 5 p.m. weekends CONTACT 226.647.0371 eastforesthomes.com

With a visit to the Eastforest Design Centre and meetings with an appointed design consultant, homebuyers will discover a designer showcase of the latest fashion trends and features for the home.

With a visit to the Eastforest Design Centre and meetings with an appointed design consultant, homebuyers will discover a designer showcase of the latest fashion trends and features for the home. Clients will be assisted in their selections of carpeting, ceramics, paint colours, kitchen and bathroom cabinetry and exteriors.

Stepping far beyond the world of samples, many of the finishes have been applied to vignettes and expansive room settings to bring to life the possibilities available to every Eastforest home.

Every step of the design centre illustrates a finish or feature that can be added to your home – kitchens, bathrooms, staircases, tile work, ceiling design, indoor and outdoor spaces. Let your imagination take over as you begin your journey to your final Destination home.

Whether you are looking to hand-pick your lot and new home finishings or would like the ease and convenience of a move-in ready home, Destination Doon by Eastforest Homes has it all.

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Annual BILD Awards RECOGNIZE THE BEST IN THE GTA’S BUILDING AND DEVELOPMENT INDUSTRY More than 1,100 members of the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) gathered to celebrate the industry’s best on April 24.

The 35th annual BILD Awards recognize the GTA’s best new-home communities, builders, developers and sales and marketing professionals in 36 unique categories. This year’s competition saw close to 1,000 submissions, which were evaluated by a panel of international judges.

Mattamy Homes took home the evening’s biggest event – Home Builder of the Year – for the second year in a row.

This is the sixth time that Mattamy has received this award.

The Home Builder of the Year award recognizes the builder who sets the standard for the rest of the industry by their leadership in improving the overall image of building and development in the GTA. Each nominee is required to submit a list of 75 recent home occupants who are asked to submit a customer satisfaction survey – a key component in this category’s judging process.

“The continued satisfaction of Mattamy’s home purchasers is a true testament to the quality of the communities they create across the GTA,” says BILD president and CEO Bryan Tuckey.

The Green Builder of the Year, Highrise award was presented to Tridel for the sixth time in nine years. The company delivered almost 2,000 Green condominium homes in 2014, and currently has an additional 3,200 under construction. Tridel’s sites now divert 85 to 90 per cent of construction waste from landfills to recycling facilities.

On the lowrise side, the Green Builder of the Year title was awarded to Sean. The 56 NEW HOME & CONDO GUIDE SWO | MAY 9 - 23, 2015

builder’s commitment to sustainability starts with the marketing campaign, which featured only digital brochures and floor plans to minimize paper.

Manuals for contractors and homeowners were also provided to help educate them on low-impact development infrastructure and how to maximize usage of the homes’ energy-efficiency through proper maintenance.

YC Condos, a condominium development in downtown Toronto by Canderel Residential Inc., was selected Highrise Project of the Year. Meanwhile Mattamy Homes won the Project of the Year award in the lowrise category for The Preserve in Oakville.

The People’s Choice Award was presented to T he Academy by LeMine Investment Group and Devron Developments. The award saw industry professionals and the general public vote for their favourite entry among Project of the Year finalists from highrise and lowrise categories. More than 85,000 votes were recorded.

In a special presentation, Colin J. Parsons was honoured with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. The award is the Association’s highest honour, recognizing and celebrating excellence within the building and development industry.

Parsons served as the Association’s President 35 years ago, in 1978.

For a complete list of award recipients, visit bildawards.com

HOME BUILDER OF THE YEAR Mattamy Homes

GREEN BUILDER OF THE YEAR – HIGHRISE Tridel Corporation

GREEN BUILDER OF THE YEAR – LOWRISE Sean

P2G COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR – HIGHRISE Tridel Corporation, Aquavista at Bayside – Brandon Communications, Drive Agency, Kirkor Architects & Planners

P2G COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR – LOWRISE TACC Developments, Arista Homes, Fieldgate Homes, Paradise Developments, Starlane Homes, Upper Unionville – Hunt Design Associates Inc., VA3 Design Inc., Jardin Design Group, Suriano Design Consultants Inc., Cole Engineering Group Ltd., The MBTW Group, KLM PLanning Partners Inc., John G. Williams Architect, David B. Searles Surveying

PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD LeMine Investment Group & Devron Developments, The Academy – Kirkor Architects & Planners, McOuat Partnership, Milbourne Real Estate, UNION31

PROJECT OF THE YEAR – HIGHRISE Canderel Residential Inc., YC Condos – Yonge at College – Brandon Communications, Burdifilek Interior Design, G. Ryan Design, Graziani + Corazza Architects

PROJECT OF THE YEAR – LOWRISE Mattamy Homes Ltd., The Preserve – Gardy Interiors Ltd., Q4 Architects Inc.

BEST HIGHRISE BUILDING DESIGN Urban Capital Property Group, RC3

BEST PUBLIC RELATIONS CAMPAIGN Curated Properties, Lanehouse on Bartlett – Kim Graham and Associates

BEST SALESPERSON OR TEAM – LOWRISE Towns of Don Mills – Trimart Corporation

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RILEY BRETHOUR AWARD Michael Rosset, HOMES Publishing Group

STEPHEN DUPUIS COMMUNITY BUILDING AWARD Enza Tiberi - Checchia, Decorenza and Benny Caringi, Sunbrite Drapery

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Colin Parsons

BEST DIRECT MAIL – LOWRISE Aspen Ridge Homes, Corporate - The Brand Factory

BEST EMAIL MARKETING PIECE – LOWRISE Sean, Sean in Barrie – BAM Builder Advertising & Marketing Inc.

BEST PRINT AD – LOWRISE Monarch Corporation, Corporate – McOuat Partnership

BEST BROCHURE – LOWRISE Braestone in the Horseshoe Valley – McOuat Partnership

BEST PROJECT LOGO – LOWRISE Siteline Group, Esta Gardens – 52 Pick - Up Inc.

BEST PROJECT SIGNAGE – LOWRISE Zancor Homes Ltd., Mackenzie Collection – PM Design + Marketing

BEST PROJECT RENDERING – LOWRISE Curated Properties, Lanehouse on Bartlett – Audax Architecture, Paul Johnston unique urban homes

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BEST VIDEO – LOWRISE Geranium Corporation, Friday Harbour – The Brand Factory

BEST SOCIAL MEDIA CAMPAIGN – LOWRISE Geranium Corporation, Corporate – Builder Insight Group

BEST WEBSITE – LOWRISE Geranium Corporation, Friday Harbour – The Brand Factory

BEST LOWRISE SALES OFFICE Lindvest Properties Limited, Aurora Glen – Engine Advertising

BEST NEW HOME DESIGNSEMI OR TOWNHOME UNDER 1,500 SQUARE FEET 278 Icon Homes, Royal York, “The Majesty” – Guthrie Muscovitch Architects, Gordana Car Interior Design, Montana Steele Strategic Marketing

BEST NEW HOME DESIGN SEMI OR TOWNHOME OVER 1,500 SQUARE FEET Pemberton Group, The Urban Townhome Collection, “Victoria” – UNION31

BEST NEW HOME DESIGN SINGLE, UNDER 2,500 SQUARE FEET 295 Honeyfield Communities, Deer Springs, “The Bradley” – Dayluxe Gallery, Hunt Design Associates Inc.

BEST NEW HOME DESIGN SINGLE, 2,500 - 4,000 SQUARE FEET 296 Mattamy Homes, St. John’s Forest, “The Snapdragon” – Q4 Architects, Gardy Interiors

BEST NEW HOME DESIGN SINGLE, OVER 4,000 SQUARE FEET 302 Greenpark Homes, Vales of the Humber Estates, “Hazelton 3” – Cassidy & Company Architectural Technologists

BEST MODEL HOME Sorbara Group of Companies, Crafthouse – Paul Johnston unique urban homes, symbolics architecture + Design

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Today’s savvy women

CAN’T AFFORD NOT TO BUY REAL ESTATE » by KAREN KESSEL

KAREN KESSEL

is the Broker of Record for Planet Realty Inc., Brokerage, servicing the Guelph and surrounding areas of South Western Ontario. If you have any questions for Karen you can reach her by email at karen@planetrealty or visit planetrealty.ca

Mary Richards and Murphy Brown, albeit fictional, were positive role models for young professional women who took control of their lives and their careers. We’ve been seeing more and more of this independence in the real estate world. Whether single or divorced, young or older, women are making an impact as they make more real estate purchases than their single male counterparts.

It’s always been accepted that the woman is the most influential in the homebuying decisions made by couples.

It’s only logical that women would make these same decisions and commitments on their own, and we’ve been seeing it for many years. Low interest rates, great selection of homes, and an ever-growing condo market are providing increased opportunities for women to buy real estate as an investment or their principal residence.

Ipsos-Reid conducted a poll among women 20 to 45 who have purchased a condo or home independently. It revealed that 29 was the average age when purchasing their first home. Additionally, 82 per cent were single, 80 per cent had no children, 49 per cent have a university degree, and 86 per cent still live in the last home they purchased. Further results revealed: 71 per cent felt buying a condo or home was a good investment; 61 per cent said they did not want to pay rent anymore; and 54 per cent had a desire to get into the housing market. Purchasing a home provides security, a roof over their heads and a chance to build equity for the future.

One of my clients needed a home with a yard as she had two dogs. Looking for a rental, she started looking at townhomes but many prohibited pets. Both townhomes and detached rentals were very costly, so she turned her sights to the resale market. With the low interest rates, she discovered she could buy a house with a yard and carry it (principal, interest, taxes and insurance) for considerably less than a rental property – and make her own rules and build equity. She couldn’t afford not to buy.

And, if it’s on realty TV, it must be true. A new HGTV Canada show called Buy Herself shows how single women have shifted from being a niche portion of the real estate market to a significant part of the housing equation. The tag line is “No man. No dual income. No problem.”

TD Canada Trust also weighs in on this trend. Its poll reports that the desire to live in a secure, maintenance-free home is high on the list of reasons for condo or townhome ownership. Nationally, 40 per cent of women polled pointed

to maintenance costs as the main reason they did not buy a detached home. But buying an apartment condo or townhouse is a different matter.

Maintenance in the form of snow removal, lawn care and exterior repairs are generally covered by condo or co-op fees.

Buying new has the obvious appeal of new finishes, with the additions of proximity to transit, shopping and dining – it’s a packaged lifestyle, a new lifestyle for someone finally finished school and embarking on a new career, or someone building a new life at the end of a marriage or relationship. Plus, condo ownership enables you to control monthly expenses. As an example, in downtown Guelph you can purchase a one-bedroom plus den condo, about 950 sq. ft. for $280,000. Monthly condo fees of about 30 cents per sq. ft. include heat, central air, water, maintenance and reserve fund and building insurance.

Often, the mortgage will include a tax component paid on the property owner’s behalf to the mortgage holder/ bank, leaving the homeowner with just hydro and cable expenses.

Several new condo projects have made buying easier. One deposit of $20,000 will firm up your commitment to your suite, and you pay nothing more for two years until it is complete.

The investment grows as you build equity because suites in a finished building will be priced higher than those purchased at pre-construction prices. You can continue to put money aside while you await occupancy. If you are selling a property, that property will continue to rise in value until it’s time to sell.

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COMING 2015

From planning, design and construction through to delivery and Customer Care, the Adi Development Group team takes pride in bringing passion and energy to every step of the development process, in all our communities throughout the GTA. While others prefer to strive for the exceptional, we actually use it as our starting point. Build from there, and remarkable results can’t help but follow.

MAY2015 Adi Developments has been featured as “Model Home Of The Month” as seen in the new home & condo guide model home calendar

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Homebuyers’ Resource Section You love the home, see what you can afford! » Compare mortgage rates for your best deal

» Calculate your mortgage payments using the mortgage payment calculation chart

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Calculate your mortgage payments INTEREST RATE

AMORTIZATION PERIOD

CHART FIGURE

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25 YEARS

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MONTHLY PAYMENT

(MORTGAGE AMOUNT $125,000)

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Canadian mortgage payment factors Instructions:

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Determine the appropriate 5-Year Fixed Mortgage Rate, which is easiest to qualify for.

Run your finger down the left column of the table below to find the rate (round to the nearest 1/4%).

Choose your desired amortization period across the top of the table (25 years has lowest payment and is easiest to qualify for first-time buyers).

At the intersection of the column and row is your mortgage payment per month per $100,000 borrowed.

» Bear in mind that this is a rough estimate. If you have several other large loans already, you may qualify for less. Also, banks and trust companies vary in their policies. The best way to know what you can afford is to go to the lending institution of your choice and get pre-qualified.

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INTEREST RATES

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$726

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$513

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$604

$526

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$617

$540

$490

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$763

$630

$553

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Table provided by Calum Ross, Owner, President and Principal Broker at Calum Ross Mortgage. He can be reached at 416.410.9905, calum@calumross.com and calumross.com MAY 9 - 23, 2015 | NEW HOME & CONDO GUIDE SWO 65

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2.94

2.68

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2.89

2.84

3.39

3.89

2.79

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3.09

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3.89

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2.29

6.30op

6.30op

4.39

4.64

TRUST COMPANIES Community Trust Concentra Financial

n/a n/a

6.5 5

Effort Trust

n/a

4.45

Home Trust Company Investors Group Trust

2.35 n/a

3.95 4.2

MTCC

2.85

4.55

OTHER FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS Airline Financial C.U.

4

Comtech Credit Union

2.45

First National Fin. LP FirstOntario C.U.

2.85

IC Savings London Life

n/a

Luminus Financial

2.8

MCAP Meridian Credit Union

2.35 2.65

Parama Credit Union

2.65

2.8

Steinbach Credit Union

2.4

2.45

6.2 3.1

4.2

4

2.89 6.40op 2.29 2.89 6.34op 2.89 3.14 6.50op 2.95 3.6 3.09

Notes: **Interest rate charged subject to adjustment during term mortgage. Please consult institution for term of years available. All rates are prime rates and subject to change without notice.

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//FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKING

Why you should always check your property boundary » by WAYNE KARL

WAYNE KARL

is an award-winning writer and editor with experience in real estate and business.

In Fundamentally Speaking, Wayne explores the basics – such as economic fundamentals – you need to examine when buying property.

He can be reached at wayne.karl@ypnexthome.ca or follow him on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl

Have you bought, or are considering buying, a new home and want to build a fence, shed or deck or otherwise spruce up your residence? Here’s why you might want to check your property boundary fi rst.

A recent analysis conducted by Krcmar Surveyors Ltd. showed that about 49 per cent of residential properties in the Greater Toronto Area, for example, have boundary discrepancies with significant potential to cause disputes between neighbours.

Horror stories of feuding neighbours, litigation nightmares and tens of thousands of dollars in legal costs are not just the stuff of Hollywood movies – it really does happen.

And yes, even with new homes.

Sometimes, it’s just difficult to tell where one property ends and another begins. “It’s not as easy as one would think, in a muddy construction zone with no fences and rudimentary driveways, curbs and roads to delineate land parcels,” says Sasa Krcmar, executive director of Krcmar Surveyors Ltd., whose company has helped launch protectyourboundaries.ca, a site designed to help homeowners prevent and resolve property boundary issues.

Although legal iron bars are set to mark out each lot prior to construction, they often get knocked out, moved or buried during the building phase.

“Many homeowners naturally, and incorrectly, assume that the wooden stakes that dot the perimeter of their property represent the boundary, and use them as a guide to start planting a

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hedge or put up a fence,” Krcmar told New Home & Condo Guide. “However, these wooden stakes are generally used for site grading. And while they are likely located near the property line, they can’t be relied upon to determine the legal boundary.”

Here, then, are a few tips for new-home owners to avoid property boundary issues.

GET THE SURVEYORS REAL PROPERTY REPORT:

Your property boundary will be recorded in the Surveyors Real Property Report (SRPR) that is performed after the foundation walls are poured (approximately a foot above grade) and the soil is backfi lled around the home. The SRPR is your official documentation of your building location and the property boundary lines. Builders typically provide this plan when you close the deal. Be sure you receive a copy and keep it in a safe place for future reference.

MARK THE FOUR BOUNDARY CORNERS OF YOUR PROPERTY: Ask the builder to have the surveyor mark the

four boundary corners of your property with iron survey bars as a condition of closing. Even if the builder charges a nominal fee for this service, it is a cost-effective practice that will allow you to add structures and landscaping with confidence and peace of mind in years to come.

PROTECT THE IRON SURVEY BARS THAT DEFINE YOUR PROPERTY: Protect the iron survey bars that define

the corners of the property. They are legal monuments that provide the most important evidence of your property boundaries. Don’t remove or move them, or allow others to.

BE A GOOD NEIGHBOUR: Be a good neighbour, while at the same time ensuring that your neighbours don’t establish a pattern of using part of your property for their routine activities.

AND, IF ALL ELSE FAILS: Visit protectyourboundaries.ca, where, for a cost that varies depending on the surveyor (usually $200 to $300), homeowners can find their exact property boundaries.

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