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THE NEW CONDO EXPERIENCE Make wise choices and enjoy the process

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When only a new home or condo will do, those in the market will be pleasantly surprised by the exceptional value and attention to detail buying new has to offer. 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.

›› 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 them yourself after the sale closes. Some upgrades such as rough-ins and wiring inside the walls are easier to do during construction.

If you’ve fantasized about buying a brand new home, these tips will help make the process a pleasant one:

Factors like the cost of the home, neighbourhood and extra features play a big role in your final decision.

Determining which features your new condo must have, and which ones you can live without, are among your first steps in the home-buying process.

We hope you enjoy this issue of New Condo Guide. Let us know what you think. We’d love to hear from you.

›› Shop the mortgage market to see what you can afford before you start your hunt; ›› Obtain a lawyer to review your offer and help you close the deal; ›› Don’t be persuaded by high-pressure sales tactics while you’re shopping;

DOWNSIZING & UPGRADING

More to your condo than just square footage

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When it comes to your home, it’s not about quantity, but quality. Whoever said “bigger is better” has obviously not toured a new condo community lately.

Builders today are offering smarter suite layouts, and more in terms of amenities that take every-day living beyond the home’s walls.

When choosing your next new home, think about how you use your space. Sure, bedrooms are an essential part of daily living – after all, we do sleep away about one-third of our lives.

But during those precious waking hours, how do you like to spend your time? One benefit of calling a condominium “home” is, you can enjoy all the amenities that most people who live in low-rise houses only dream of.

How would you like to spend your summer days swimming and sunning at the rooftop pool? Perhaps you prefer to work up a sweat in the gym or sauna,

catch up on some reading in the library, or catch a flick in the theatre-style screening room. The opportunities are endless for quality “me” time in a condo, all without ever leaving the comfort of home.

Alternately, if you’re an entertainer at heart, host a large gathering of family and friends in your condo’s party room, complete with a bar and caterer’s kitchen, so your guests will never see you break a sweat.

In terms of your actual suite, modern condos are efficiently designed to make the most of every square inch.

Open-concept living and dining areas, furniture-style cabinetry, multifunctional furnishings and hidden storage all make compact condos live larger than their square footage, ensuring the space you do have, even if it’s small, is the sweetest space of them all.

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Fernanda Faria of Akau Framing and Art and Art Spin’s Rui Pimenta with just one of Faria’s many works of art pictured below

Attendees were greeted by The Complete Street Band

Queen Street West has long been a mecca for artists and art lovers alike. For the past five years, Art Spin has led a multi-disciplinary “art crawl” style bicycle tour of galleries (commercial, artist-run and public), art performances, site-specific installations and visits to artist’s studios throughout various downtown Toronto neighbourhoods. These free-for-the-public tours take place the last Thursday of the month from June to August.

The July 25 excursion ended in a gala after-party held in the future site of Ten93 Queen West – Pemberton Group’s newest condominium coming soon to Queen West and Dovercourt. Some 300 cyclists and over 200 neighbours attending were greeted outside the doors by the music of The Complete Street Band – a community band that plays in the city’s public spaces to make them more exciting and inviting. The event kicked-off a four-day special exhibition: The Fernanda Faria Collection, presented by Art Spin and housed within the location of what will become the Ten93 Queen West presentation centre.

For over 20 years, Fernanda Faria has been a staple in the Toronto art community, and since 1990, she has been proprietor of the highly regarded Akau Framing and Art. Many of the works in Faria’s prolific collection, which provides a unique and highly personal retrospective of the Toronto art scene since the late 1980s, had never been seen by the public before.

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table of contents

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columns, news & features 002 Editor’s note Columnists

016 bild report Sales down while prices up in GTA’s housing market by bryan tuckey

018 the mortgage minute Investing in real estate? by peter kinch

024 tarion Report Tarion Warranty Corp. is here to help

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028 taxing issues What should I pay off first? by henry choo chong

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046 legally speaking What should I buy, and how do I do it? by jayson schwarz

054 Designer Advice The big art of decorating small spaces

076 Investor advice Five things every condo investor should watch out for by Andrew la fleur In The News

060 design inspiration There’s more to marketing than fancy ads

010 Pemberton Group Future site of Ten93 Queen West houses unique Toronto art scene retrospective

068 Condo pro “Downsize” becomes “rightsize” when you choose the right condo

030 BILD Building industry raises $36,000 toward affordable homes for low-income families

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066 Malibu Art installation lets a little more light shine on Gramercy Park 070 TAS Award-winning developers launch DUKE Condos in Toronto’s bustling Junction neighbourhood 078 CMHC Report June housing starts

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092 Style File How to make the most of a small outdoor space

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096 Mortgage Matters The fast lane to mortgage freedom

The Madison Turning up the heat at The Madison!

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106 Homebuyers’ Help Condo hunter’s checklist 108 condo watch 905 Previews, new releases and grand openings in the 905 area 118 Style File The humble chair

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120 Hot Dates What’s happening in and around the GTA 121 Condo Buyers’ Resource Section You love the home, see what you can afford 126 Index of advertisers

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Bryan Tuckey is president and CEO of the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) and can be found on Twitter (twitter.com/bildgta), Facebook (facebook.com/bildgta), Youtube (youtube.com/bildgta) and BILD’s official online blog (bildblogs.ca).

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ast week I had a chance to review new home sales figures for the first half of the year. As expected, the trends we began to observe in August 2012 have rolled into the first half of

New home sales in the first half of 2013 came up as the second-lowest in a decade and 34 per cent below long-term average

2013 – prices are hitting record highs while sales are down to record lows.

New home sales in the first half of 2013 came up as the second-lowest in a decade and 34 per cent below long-term average. The decline is largely seen as a result of reduced affordability, particularly in the lowrise sector, which sits at 43 per cent below the long-term average as of June 30 – another record low.

Meanwhile highrise sales in the first half of 2013 totalled the secondlowest in 10 years and 19 per cent below the long-term average.

As I’ve mentioned in some of my earlier columns, the explanation behind this reduction in sales can be summarized with one word: affordability.

Constrained land supply, stricter mortgage lending rules, and rising government fees and charges have all contributed to the diminished affordability and choice in the GTA’s new-homes market.

The GTA market has no shortage of demand, as evident by the 100,000 new residents that choose to move here every year, but supply is a bit more complex. Here in Ontario, we have provincial public policy that protects areas such as the Greenbelt, as well as policy directing where and how the GTA is intended to grow over the next 20 years.

Following the introduction of Places to Grow, which placed an emphasis on intensification across the province, land supply for ground-related housing in the GTA saw a sharp decline. This resulted in exponential growth in pricing of new, ground-related homes while restricting choice in housing type for new homebuyers.

In July 2012, the Bank of Canada’s new, stricter mortgage lending rules took effect in an effort to cool down the housing market. Not only did these new rules, which reduced the maximum amortization rate from 30 to 25 years, make it more difficult for homebuyers to pay off their loans, it severely reduced consumer confidence in the GTA. Sales of new homes dramatically declined in August following the implementation of the rules, taking many potential homebuyers out of the market.

Earlier this year, BILD commissioned a study to show how much government fees and charges influence the cost of a new home in the GTA. The report showed that on average, one-fifth of that cost could be attributed to a variety of fees and charges collected by municipal, provincial and federal governments.

The most significant of these fees are development charges – funds collected by municipalities to pay for new, growth-related infrastructure – which are passed on to new homebuyers. Since 2004 development charges have increased between 143 and 357 per cent across the GTA with several municipalities suggesting additional increases, some as soon as later this year.

BILD is always at the table, working with all levels of government to ensure that our industry can build safe, affordable, quality homes for new homebuyers across the GTA. It’s time to change the conversation about the new-homes market and spread the word about the realities of this industry.

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Peter Kinch is an award-winning mortgage broker and best-selling author of The Canadian Real Estate Action Plan. Visit peterkinch.com or email him at peter@peterkinch.com

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here has been a predictable trend in the Canadian real estate market over the past four years. The government has warned us on numerous occasions not to get overburdened with “cheap” debt. The continued low rate environment encourages homeowners to access more equity and allows the housing market to grow.

Around January, the government has grown concerned about an overheated housing market and begins turning up the volume on

calls for consumer restraint. By March, the federal finance minister decides to tighten mortgage rules to avert an over-heated housing market. Ironically, this action triggers an early start to the spring market as homebuyers adopt a “get in while you can” mentality and rush to make purchases before the new rules take effect.

The result has been a prolonged period of low rates as central bankers around the globe look for ways to stimulate their economies.

What does this mean for real estate investors? When the government looks at tinkering with mortgage rules, they tend to target the “fringe” players in the market – those deemed to be the highest risk of default: investors and self-employed borrowers.

With all the changes that have taken place over the past four years, an investor could be forgiven for taking on a negative attitude, but the reality is now, more than ever, that it’s time for perspective. Investors should take a step back; it wasn’t that long ago that programs for the self-employed were limited and buying rental properties had a variety of restrictions.

By 2006, in Canada, we saw amortizations shoot from 25 to 40 years. The minimum down payment on a rental property went from 25 per cent to zero.

Self-employed borrowers needed only to state their income and as long as the cash flow on a rental property was positive, they could still get a mortgage with little or no money down at fully discounted rates. And although many still lament the loss of these programs, it is important to remember, that it was these reckless lending practices (particularly in the U.S.) that eventually led to the subprime crisis and the subsequent global credit crisis that followed.

It should come as no surprise that Canadian banks want to return to conservative roots and reign in lending deemed to be “risky” in nature So it should come as no surprise that Canadian banks want to return to conservative roots and reign in lending deemed to be “risky” in nature.

However, this again is where a little perspective is important. When an elastic band is stretched, it can never go back to its original form. Like the elastic band, Canadian banks are retrenching from their fully stretched days of 2007, but they are not reverting all the way back to where they were in the 1990s.

If a real estate investor looks at the marketplace over a 10- to 15-year perspective, then today’s banking environment for real estate investors is more relaxed than it was 15 years ago. At the end of the day, the secret is simply to understand which sandbox you’re playing in.

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The company has earned its solid reputation by providing exceptional condominium value through design creativity, outstanding on-site amenities, superb craftsmanship, and quality features and finishes

Presentation centre and furnished vignettes are on Red Maple Rd. 905.709.5700, SkyCityCondos.com.

Vivid Condominiums, the final residence in master-planned Port Royal Place, is under construction steps from the Islington subway and Kipling GO station. Amenities include a completed neighbourhood park, and Vivid’s indoor swimming pool, fitness centre and lounge are ready to enjoy. Prices begin from the mid-$200’s. Presentation centre and model are at 9 Michael Power Place.

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In the stylish Bloor-Yorkville area, Pemberton offers the ultimate in luxury. The Urban Townhome Collection at U Condominiums is adjacent to U of T’s St. Michael’s campus. Prices for this rare opportunity begin from $2.5 million. By private appointment.

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Miracle At Yonge is unbeatable in its Richmond Hill City Centre location from the $360’s. Buy with just five per cent down at Neon Condominiums at Yonge and Eglinton, where prices start from the $470’s. The final spacious suites of The Yorkville Signature Collection on the upper floors at Art Deco-inspired Uptown Residences are priced from $1,018,900.

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Tarion Warranty Corp. is here to help

Howard Bogach is president and CEO of Tarion Warranty Corp. For more information about how Tarion helps new-home buyers, visit tarion.com or find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ TarionWarrantyCorp.

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hat if after moving into your new home, you one day discovered that it, along with 20 of your neighbours’ homes, had sunk a half foot into the ground? Imagine placing a deposit on your dream home only to have the builder close up shop without so much as breaking ground. When you buy a new home or condo in Ontario, you can turn to Tarion for help.

Tarion staff recently traveled to Southwestern Ontario to meet with a group of residents affected by the recent closure of a builder. In some cases, Tarion will be assuming the warranty for homes already built. In others, buyers of unfinished homes will be making claims to Tarion for financial losses associated with the deposit given to the builder.

The other case I was referring to was a very complicated situation where Tarion worked with 21 homeowners to raise and repair their sunken homes, while relocating residents for up to two months at a time. In both of these situations, Tarion stepped in to help the homeowners because their builders weren’t able or willing to do so. That is, after all, what we’re here for. Tarion’s role is to backstop the builders’ warranty.

Most homeowners have little interaction with Tarion aside from submitting their warranty forms or asking questions about coverage, because they are able to work directly with their builders to resolve their issues. The warranty was designed this way – to set out construction performance and customer service standards that builders must follow. But when something does go wrong along the way, Tarion is there to help.

When a homeowner contacts Tarion to make a warranty claim, our process typically involves working with them and their builder to see if we can help them find a resolution. In situations where a builder is unwilling or unable to address an issue that falls under the statutory warranty, we work directly with the homeowner to resolve the matter.

This may mean making repairs to warranted items, hiring experts to find a solution to a very complex problem, or paying out claims for deposits given to a builder who is not able to deliver on his promise to build a home.

First and foremost, our goal is always to ensure that homeowners receive the warranty protection they are entitled to, regardless of whether the builder is able or willing to honour the warranty. We are able to protect homeowners because Tarion maintains a strong guarantee fund, which is used to pay out claims. Similar to the way an insurance company operates, we follow recognized accounting and actuarial standards for the insurance industry to ensure we have sufficient resources to meet claims as they arise.

Over the years, we’ve worked to provide more protection for homebuyers and better regulation for the industry. We’ve raised the warranty’s liability cap from $100,000 to $300,000, expanded the delayed occupancy warranty, added unauthorized substitution coverage, and created many consumer-friendly improvements over the years including the MyHome portal. We’ve also introduced an independent Ombudsperson’s Office.

What started out, 36 years ago, as a simple warranty for construction is now a very robust warranty that covers homeowners from the time they sign a purchase agreement until seven years from when they take possession. We continue to look for ways to better serve homeowners and provide the most comprehensive new-home warranty protection in Canada.

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// By henry choo chong

what should i pay off first? individual’s situation. However, there are general rules that you can apply when faced with this type of financial decision.

Take note and compare the various forms of your debts and investments.

Currently, mortgage rates are at historical lows. Comparatively, the return on investments (for RRSPs and stocks) can vary greatly. The tax deductions on the RRSP contributions are a great incentive for contributing. On the other hand, bank and department store credit cards charge high interest on outstanding balances. Be careful, we often forget to look closely at the rates charged on our monthly statements.

Henry Choo Chong, CGA, sits on many committees and provides accounting and tax services to individuals and businesses in the GTA. He can be reached at 416.485.5225.

Questions to Taxing Issues can be emailed to choochonghcga@yahoo.ca

The opinions and views expressed herein are those of the author and not those of New Condo Guide. New Condo Guide does not necessarily endorse or encourage any specific tax strategies.

Please consult a tax professional for advice specific to your particular situation.

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When my wife and I filed our tax returns, we received a refund of $4,800. We have been sitting on this money, not sure if we should pay down our mortgage, pay off some of our credit cards, or contribute to our Registered Retirement Savings Plan? Which option would give us the best return? Jeremy and Sheila, Markham

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Luckily, you received a generous refund. Your question is not uncommon. Building wealth takes discipline, effort and educated decisions. Success has different meanings to everyone and choices must be made based on each

As a starting point, eliminate the debt with the highest interest rate.

Unfortunately, many Canadians use credit cards to help with cash flow instead of the convenience they provide. Of course, this is no secret to the banks – it’s just another way for them to continue making more money from us. Generally, carrying balances on your credit cards at the end of the month should send a signal that you may be spending more than you are currently earning. Most financial experts agree, eliminating credit card debt should be a priority. By freeing up your credit card obligations, you can use the monthly savings from the credit card payments to pay down your mortgage or get on a monthly RRSP contribution plan.

Building wealth is not only about saving and investing but also reducing debt and maximizing factors within your control. Education is an important prerequisite for building wealth. The Internet, local bookstores and libraries are a great source of information. There are many excellent articles and books written on managing money. Alternately, contact a professional if you require more specific advice. Regardless of your position in life, everyone has an expected minimum standard of living.

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IN THE NEWS

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toward affordable homes for low-income families

Close to 600 builders, developers, sales and marketing professionals united recently to help the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) raise more than $36,000 for Habitat for Humanity Toronto. BILD members have raised more than $570,000 for the charity since 2003.

The funds were collected as part of the Association’s annual Race for Humanity – an award-winning scavenger hunt challenge for industry professionals – and Charity BBQ, on July 18.

The combined events celebrate BILD’s decade-long partnership with Habitat for Humanity Toronto, which saw the Association support the construction of 10 homes for 10 families.

“This wonderful partnership is just one example of the industry’s commitment to making the GTA a better place to live through volunteerism, philanthropy and sponsorship,” says BILD president and CEO, Bryan Tuckey. “I’m excited to be a part of this celebration today, and I feel privileged to work in an industry that gives so much to the communities that we all live in.”

Sunita Sanichar, who received the keys to her BILD-sponsored Habitat home in 2012, addressed the group in the company of her two children. She thanked the Association’s members for their generosity, referencing the positive effect home ownership has had on the lives of her children, one of whom has autism.

“We’re so proud of our long-standing partnership with BILD,” says Ene Underwood, CEO of Habitat for Humanity Toronto. “Over the past 10 years, BILD and its

members have sponsored the construction of 10 affordable homes for low-income families through the annual barbecue and BILD’s other successful fundraising events. BILD members are great contributors of donated home renovation products to our ReStores, and BILD is a strong advocate for promoting affordable home ownership for all families in the Toronto region. They are a great ally and a great partner.”

BILD would like to thank all the event sponsors, prize donors, volunteers and guests for their fundraising support. Congratulations to the organizing committee for planning a highly successful event.

With more than 1,400 members, BILD, formed through the merger of the Greater Toronto Home Builders’ Association and Urban Development Institute/Ontario, is the voice of the land development, home building and professional renovation industry in the Greater Toronto Area. BILD is proudly affiliated with the Ontario and Canadian Home Builders’ Associations.

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The big move

Anthony Jong, BA (Hons), M. Arch., is a broker who specializes in residential homes, condos and commercial properties. He can be reached at anthonyjong@live.com, online at anthonyjong.ca, and by phone at 416.836.2821.

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y job takes me on the road every day. I’m apologetic when I have to be extremely car dependent. Quite honestly, who wants to take the bus or subway with their realtor while house shopping in Toronto? This, however, is extremely common in cities like Hong Kong and Japan, whereby rapid transit is a necessity for getting around.

Revamping the GTA’s transit systems

About 10 years ago, the traffic congestion on Hwy. 404 southbound at 8 a.m. started just before Finch Ave. Now, I am lucky to be south of the ETR407 before it is bumper to bumper. It used to take me 50 minutes on the Don Valley Parkway (DVP) from Richmond Hill to get into the core. Currently, the commute can be up to 75 minutes on a bad day. Toronto averages only 1.2 people per car during peak hours because it is easier to drive than to take public transit. However, subway trains are still jammed with more than 400,000 passengers a day passing through the Yonge-Bloor interchange station. How on earth did we get here?

Toronto’s transportation system is one of the worst in North America.

Apart from the Sheppard subway line that was completed in late 2002 and 70 new Bombardier TTC subway trains delivered by 2014, it is difficult to pinpoint any significant transportation upgrades within our city. When I wrote about the Yonge-Eglinton neighbourhood a couple of issues ago, I touched lightly on the Metrolinx’s “Big Move” proposal that would relieve the horrendous traffic congestion, support the population growth of the GTA, and provide a much stronger economy as a result. The implementation of a better transit system trickles down to every aspect of our lives and certainly has a huge impact on real estate. Interestingly enough, a survey suggested that with all these road improvements being talked about, it would only reduce commuters’ travel times by approximately two minutes. That is why the infrastructure of subways, LRTs and other mass-transit options are so important to our future. Being Torontonians, it is important to know the upgrades that are coming our way.

In contrast to other metropolitan cities across the globe, Toronto is lagging in every department of transportation. A smaller city such as Madrid, Spain, has built more rapid transit lines in the past 10 years than our city combined. We are talking about a virtual transit expansion halt, which is why the provincial and municipal governments are stepping in to fund a citywide transit expansion.

Think of Metrolinx as the guardian angel to our public transit’s resurrection. Metrolinx is an agency of the Ontario Government that includes GO Transit, PRESTO and Union Pearson Express. This governing body works with nine other municipal transit agencies, including Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) and York Region (VIVA) Transit to improve our transportation infrastructure.

There is currently a plethora of revitalization and new projects underway in the GTA. One of the more conspicuous projects is the Union Station trainshed revitalization.

Union Station was built over 100 years ago and is the busiest transportation hub in all of Canada. It is currently undergoing improvements to support the large number of commuters that is estimated to triple in the next 20 years. Toronto, TTC, and GO Transit have teamed up to make

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the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre on Hwy. 7. This 8.6-kilometre extension will have a tremendous impact on the five-kilometre bumper-to-bumper congestion in the morning on Hwy. 400 southbound. It will work wonders for residents of York Region and offers an efficient commute to York University from the rest of the city.

Neighbourhoods along the Eglinton corridor will also experience vast transit implementations with the planned Light-Rail Transit (LRT). Nineteen kilometres of LRT will start from Jane St. to the Kennedy subway station, with half of the route buried underground from Keele St. to Laird Dr. An incredible 26 proposed stations along Eglinton Ave. will connect to three interchange subway stations, GO Transit and 54 bus routes. This will not only act as a relief line to the Danforth subways, but also reduce east-west vehicular traffic through midtown Toronto. It will be one of the longest projects under the Big Move umbrella with a completion date of 2020.

At the time of writing this article, Toronto Mayor Rob Ford stated, “We want subways, folks,” referring to the replacement plan of Scarborough’s RT (SRT) with LRT. Construction is slated to begin in 2014, whereby the 10-kilometre extension runs from Kennedy station up through Scarborough Town Centre and Centennial extensive replacements to the existing tracks, construct a glass atrium in the train shed, and rebuild the old roof of Union Station. The completion date of this project is slated for 2015 in time for the Pan Am Games.

A crucial missing link has always been a direct transportation to and from our international gateway, the Toronto Pearson Airport, to downtown. The Big Move will construct a 25-kilometre rail alongside the existing Kitchener GO railway that directly connects the newly reshaped Union Station to Pearson International Airport Terminal 1. Construction is already underway and scheduled to be operational in 2015.

Residents in the suburbs, particularly Markham and Richmond Hill, are familiar with the construction of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT). York Region, which operates the current VIVA buses, has added dedicated bus lanes in the centre of the road to provide faster and more efficient services. The plan calls for new BRT routes on the Hwy. 7 corridor from Unionville GO station to Helen St. in Vaughan, and along the Yonge corridor from Hwy. 7 up to Davis Dr. in Newmarket.

These routes will effectively connect to other regional rapid transit systems such as GO, Brampton’s Zum, and TTC’s Spadina subway extension.

This subway extension will run from Downsview station, currently the last stop northbound on the Spadina subway line, through York University and toward

Whichever transit system is implemented, it will undoubtedly make our city better and more efficient for commuters and, in particular, condo owners, as we can see the continuing growth of that area of construction College Campus to Sheppard Ave. The existing SRT was built in 1985 and is due for a major overhaul. The LRT was proposed at a cost of $1.8 billion, or $925 million less than a subway. Metrolinx has asked the City for direction and clarification before submitting proposals prior to contractor bids. As the GTA population doubles in the next 50 years, Mayor Ford believes that now is the time to implement a subway system instead of a LRT. Whichever transit system is implemented, it will undoubtedly make our city better and more efficient for commuters and, in particular, condo owners, as we can see the continuing growth of that area of construction. In the next decade, Toronto will finally have a much anticipated world-class transit system.

For details regarding other planned projects under the Big Move, please visit online at bigmove.ca.

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“This model appeals to well-established, sophisticated urban professionals,” Dimopoulos says. “Suite owners live steps from the incredible programming at TIFF Bell Lightbox, fantastic restaurants, world-class theatre and great shopping. It’s the perfect residence and location for people who live on the go but enjoy coming home to the modern comforts of life.”

The Nolan’s main living area is warm and inviting, with natural light coming in through two walls of windows. “The suite combines the perfect blend of urban style and comfort,” Dimopoulos says. “We played off the white wall colour with contrasting textures and colours. The fabric sofa

offers a soft element, the leather chair is hard wearing, and the stainless steel-based marble-topped tables are modern. We accessorized as though the owners are a welltraveled couple who have accumulated eclectic treasures.”

In the kitchen, Dimopoulos says, “Darker cabinets combined with the backsplash and countertops in white with cream undertones form a neutral backdrop to frame the owners’ possessions. Nothing stands out as dictating the décor and the space blends perfectly into the rest of the suite – offering the perfect platform for entertaining.”

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and this incredible opportunity will not last long.

Both bedrooms are similarly appointed with the stunning theme, and the master bedroom has a private ensuite and access to a second balcony.

In addition to a phenomenal downtown location, Cinema Tower offers homeowners an incredible array of amenities within the condominium’s 12,000-sq.-ft. Club Cinémathèque. Designed to be the perfect urban oasis, the party room features a catering kitchen, bar and expansive terrace lounge with an alfresco kitchen, barbecue pods and rock fountain.

Rounding out this incredible amenity space, residents will enjoy the screening room, full-court gymnasium, outdoor sun deck, fitness studio, yoga and Pilates zone, indoor steam room and hot tub. Cinema Tower will also feature an amenities coordinator, a 24-hour concierge and an incredible restaurant right at the base.

Priced from the mid-$400,000s, Cinema Tower features a limited collection of one-bedroom, one-bedroom-plus-den and two-bedroom layouts.

Suites include nine-ft. ceiling heights, engineered wood flooring, and kitchens equipped with Miele appliances, Irpinia cabinetry and Quartz countertops. Plus, Cinema Tower is built to the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Certification Standard and offers unique environmental features such as an all-off master light switch and doublepaned low-E glass windows.

Looking for the best deal in the Entertainment District? Cinema Tower is offering their most incredible cash-back incentive ever! Visit the Cinema Tower presentation centre today to learn how you can pick up your ticket to thousands of dollars in cash-back savings, plus, buy with just five per cent down and $0 closing costs.

But that’s not all! Purchasers at Cinema Tower receive an exclusive three-year membership to Tiff Bell Lightbox, offering perks and privileges not available to the general public. Members will be able to purchase Toronto International Film Festival tickets in advance of the general public, and will be invited to special events such as Director’s Series screenings hosted by TIFF in Cinema Tower’s technologically advanced screening room. No other new condominium on the market today offers this unique and thrilling programmatic connection! Don’t wait, suites are selling quickly

About the builder The Daniels Corp. (danielshomes.ca) is one of Canada’s preeminent builders/ developers, building more than 24,000 new-home communities across the Greater Toronto Area in over 31 years. Daniels was named Tarion Warranty Corp.’s 2012 Ontario High Rise Builder of the Year and was the recipient of the 2012 Toronto Arts and Business Award presented by the Toronto Arts Foundation. Among its many initiatives, Daniels was chosen to partner with Toronto Community Housing to revitalize Regent Park – 69 acres in Toronto’s Downtown East. Committed to community, Daniels offers innovative programs that help people achieve home ownership, champions neighbourhood initiatives that enhance quality of life, and supports numerous charities and non-profit organizations.

Now is the time to take action at the intersection of lights, camera, action! Book your private model suite tour and see for yourself what life is like at Cinema Tower.

The presentation centre is located at 325 Adelaide St. W. (at the southeast corner of Peter and Adelaide). Hours are Monday to Thursday from noon to 6 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday and holidays from noon to 5 p.m.; Friday closed. Call 416.203.2020 or visit online at cinematower.com for more information.

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What should I buy?

Jayson Schwarz LL.M. is a Toronto real estate lawyer and partner in the law firm Schwarz Law LLP. Visit schwarzlaw.ca or email info@schwarzlaw.ca and give us your questions, concerns, critiques and quandaries.

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ou’re getting ready to buy a home and to make what may be your single largest purchase ever. When confronted by daily doses of economic doom, you may ask yourself, “What do I do?”

Don’t be afraid – take your time, do the necessary research to identify the area you like, the services available to you and to ensure there are no hidden matters that could affect your decisions.

What do I mean? You don’t want old dumps or train tracks close by, commercial malls to be built next door or unknown amenities for the home you’re considering. Go to the local municipal offices and check with the planning and zoning department to ensure you know exactly what your neighbours and neighbourhood will be.

Next, take an honest look at your job, speak with your supervisor, research how the company is doing and make sure you (and, if

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And how do I do it? appropriate, your significant other), feel secure about your employment. Then speak to the mortgage specialists at your bank and consult a reputable mortgage broker. Companies such as The Mortgage Centre in Mississauga and Mortgage Providers in Toronto have the experience and integrity to get you the best deal. Find out how much money you’re able to borrow and how much of a deposit you’ll need to put down. This will allow you to focus on homes you can actually afford. Get a pre-approval in writing so you have something to rely on.

It is critical you don’t get caught up in the rush of buying a home beyond your budget. Nothing is worse than living for the home, not living in your home.

Once you identify how much you can spend, determine if you want a condo or house. Condo living provides a carefree lifestyle – someone else cuts the grass – but you pay common expenses and sometimes others determine how the amenities, if not your unit itself, can be used. Freehold provides the freedom to do what you want but maintenance and upkeep fall on your shoulders.

Lawyers are next. Begin your search by reviewing various media outlets, such as New Condo Guide and newspapers, radio and TV. Go online and check out the websites of different real estate lawyers. Look to see whether they give good, informative advice, whether they provide pricing up front and whether they make you feel comfortable. Call the Law Society of Upper Canada Lawyer Referral Service, which maintains lists of lawyers and refers members of the public to lawyers who practice in the area requested. However, this just helps you locate someone in your area; you need to really check them out further.

Speak to friends who have used a lawyer for the type of service you require and ensure they did the job professionally, courteously and for the price quoted.

It is critical you don’t get caught up in the rush of buying a home beyond your budget. Nothing is worse than living for the home, not living in your home.

Once you’ve found the right area, type of home and lawyer, it’s time to find the right builder. Be careful – you want someone who will work within your budget and area, with local expertise. Drive around, check out signs, read the papers and speak to your lawyer.

Visit our website at schwarzlaw.ca under the articles section for more information on how to proceed.

Happy home hunting!

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The only new condominium within Toronto to offer innovative suites ranging from studio to two bedroom + den designs featuring superior finishes and unobstructed views of over 399 acres of vibrant parkland and beyond. Add to this 18,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor private amenities, unlike any other in the city today, and you’ll quickly see that HighPark Condominiums is Where Modern Urban Meets Mother Nature.

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IN THE NEWS

Chaz.Yorkville takes you on a fast track to the future

Community spirit takes to the cloud with Bazinga!

Chaz.Yorkville is an extraordinary condominium. In addition to the spectacular neighbourhood with the unbeatable name recognition, Chaz.Yorkville exceeds all expectations – it’s almost as if it came from the future! Well under construction near Yonge and Bloor right here in the present, and with all its future-minded details, it doesn’t seem so far-fetched.

Chaz.Yorkville’s latest innovation is the introduction of Bazinga!, the coolest online partner a condominium ever had. This community-building platform lets residents stay on top of special events in the building, book a party room or guest suite, even get a little help finding neighbourhood hot spots, like restaurants and entertainment venues. Right from your tablet, computer or mobile, you can access floor plans, messages and bylaws. Got a new couch coming? Book an elevator. Let your neighbours know you’re on the lookout for a walking partner, keep track of warranties, and find out when the garage is being cleaned. Even check building assets in the middle of the night if it’ll help you sleep. Share as much or as little personal information with your neighbours as you choose. With everything stored in the cloud, it’s completely paperless and eco-friendly too.

Bazinga! is just the latest chapter in Chaz.Yorkville’s evolution as one of Toronto’s most forward-thinking new condominium communities. The competition-grade Gamers Arena is the perfect place to throw down the competition gauntlet with your friends. Integrated audio and dual gamers’ chairs, all highlighted by wrap-around LEDs for the perfect high-tech touch, create the ideal environment. Two state-of-the-art theatre rooms feature the same spectacular 4K resolution for the most discerning movie

lovers and sports fans. Moving things along quickly are the fastest Internet speeds in town thanks to fibre-optic wiring direct from Rogers’ headquarters down the street, a first in a Toronto condo.

Chaz.Yorkville, by developer 45 Charles Ltd., offers buyers an affordable option with all the luxury you expect from a Yorkville address, starting in the low $300’s.

Ask about the limited time incentive program including five per cent down (for qualified purchasers) and up to $24,000 cash back on closing!

Visit the presentation centre at 101 Yorkville Ave. from noon to 6 p.m.

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Friday; noon to 8 p.m. Saturday; and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday. For more information call 416.922.0045 or visit chazyorkville.com.

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onge and Eglinton is one of Toronto’s most well-established and fastgrowing urban hubs. Its quickly changing urban landscape has attracted numerous offices, incredible shopping and some of Toronto’s finest dining while retaining the elegance the neighbourhood has long been known for.

Ranked as a walker’s paradise, Yonge and Eglinton has a Walk Score of 98/100, placing this midtown hub at the top of the list in Toronto. Walk Scores are based on the walkability of an area, taking into account the location of schools, libraries, grocery stores, restaurants, shopping, and other businesses and entertainment. The neighbourhood also received a 93/100 Transit Score for its proximity to subways and buses, a number that will only increase when the Eglinton Crosstown LRT is built.

With construction already started, a new Minto landmark will soon rise up In 2000 Minto recognized the incredible potential of Yonge and Eglinton and created a new standard for design and urban sustainability with the launch of their landmark development, MintoMidtown. In 2008 MintoMidtown was named the largest condominium development in North America to achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold status. As part of their sustainability program, Minto has committed to building all future developments

to LEED standards. Minto’s success has not gone unnoticed; in 2012 Minto was awarded the 2012 Builder of the Year Award from the Ontario Home Builders’ Association and was named 2013 BILD Green Builder of the Year.

Taking cues from the sophistication and design intelligence of MintoMidtown, in 2012 Minto launched Minto30Roe, a sleek 34-storey condominium residence that nestles into a peaceful side street one block north of Eglinton. Designed by architect Rudy Wallman, Minto30Roe offers purchasers the charm of a family neighbourhood with the convenience of a bustling midtown lifestyle.

With construction well underway now that 70 per cent of the 397 suites are sold, Minto30Roe provides all of the elements purchasers expect

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Designed by architect Rudy Wallman, Minto30Roe offers purchasers the charm of a family neighbourhood with the convenience of a bustling midtown lifestyle and love from Minto, from energy-efficient suites and internationally inspired design to cutting-edge amenities.

With a focus on wellness, Minto30Roe offers an industry-leading, 6,000-sq.-ft.

Movement Haus fitness centre which transforms the typical condo gym from a florescent-lit space with out-of-date equipment to an intelligently designed, top-of-the-line fitness and lifestyle experience. More than just a gym, Movement Haus offers a variety of à-la-carte fitness classes, personal training and even gourmet nutrition classes straight out of the condo’s catering kitchen.

Minto’s strong attention to detail and interior design runs throughout the condo’s suites and social spaces, creating a unified sense of wellbeing throughout the entire building.

With a focus on modernity and longevity, hotel-inspired amenities designed by internationally acclaimed interior design firm

II BY IV Design Associates feature bright colours, mirrors, glass and intricate lighting.

When purchasers come home they are met with the sense that they have entered into a work of art, arriving through a bold sculptural canopy leading into a welcoming lobby complete with 24-hour concierge, pops of colour and bold wall graphics.

Minto30Roe is designed to meet LEED Gold standards and will include energyefficient suite features like Green plugs, “all-off” switches and HRV technology for continual fresh filtered airflow. With lowered environmental impact, contemporary design in the suites and social spaces, innovative condo amenities, and a central location within walking distance of everything you would need, purchasers of Minto30Roe have a lot to feel good about!

Occupancy is scheduled for spring 2015.

One-bedroom to two-bedroom-plus-den condominiums at Minto30Roe range from 503 to 945 sq. ft. and are priced from the low $300,000s. The Minto30Roe presentation centre is located at 2345 Yonge St. beside the Shoppers Drug Mart. Hours are Monday to Thursday from noon to 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.; closed Friday.

For more information visit minto30roe.com, call 416.915.3812 or email 30Roe@minto.com.

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The big art of decorating

small spaces // by Yanic Simard

Tip You know the rule on not wearing clothing with horizontal stripes that draw the eye across?

The same principle applies in small spaces – create the illusion of height with vertical lines to lead the eye upward.

So you’ve downsized into a smaller space, but that doesn’t mean you can’t live large in it. When space is at a premium, your design choices can help maximize the space and the value of your property. Decorating small spaces has its challenges, but they are not insurmountable. It is particularly satisfying, when we achieve more than we thought possible, in design and indeed in life. When designing a small space, there are three key considerations:

1 Use of colour

Use monochromatic, light-coloured paint and furniture.

My favorite and signature paint colour is Benjamin Moore OC 23 Classic Grey. The use of light colours for wall and floor coverings as well as furniture will create the illusion of a larger space. Lighter and brighter colours are used to reflect and diffuse light, while darker colours in the background will maximize the whites/neutrals. Always paint the ceiling white, or at least a lighter shade than the walls. Using white paint will create a high degree of light reflection, thereby giving your entire room a lighter and brighter feel. continued on page 56…

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2 Use vertical space in a smart way

You might have a small square footage, but look up. Your walls offer a lot of space that you can use with some planning and imagination.

Get your calculators out. A 12-by-12-ft. room gives you 144 sq. ft. of floor space. If you have an eight-ft. ceiling and four walls, you end up with approximately 384 sq. ft. of vertical space. If you used 10 ft. of vertical space on two walls, you would lose 20 sq. ft. of floor but gain 192 sq. ft. of storage!

Decorating small spaces has its challenges, but they are not insurmountable...

You might have a small square footage, but look up. Your walls offer a lot of space that you can use with some planning and imagination.

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In furniture, always consider using glass or the like – its transparent nature will allow light to travel though it, making it almost invisible to those viewing the room.

Think polycarbonate, plastic and glass.

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The use of chrome finishes will add some sparkle to your space. In furniture, always consider using glass or the like – its transparent nature will allow light to travel though it, making it almost invisible to those viewing the room. Polycarbonate, glass and plastic are the materials to consider looking at for your small space.

Another tip is to position a mirror directly on the wall opposite to the source of natural light, like a window. This will bounce the light back and forth while increasing the visual depth of your room at the same time.

yanic simard is the principal designer of the Toronto Interior Design Group, a regular design guest expert on City’s Cityline and columnist for The Toronto Star newspaper. Follow him on Twitter @yanicsimard or on facebook.com/yanic. simard. Read his blogs on tidg.ca and every Thursday on the Thermador Facebook Page’s blog (facebook.com/ ThermadorCanada). Yanic is design editor of New Condo Guide and writes for many other Canadian and international publications. Send questions or comments to info@tidg.ca

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// By David Hirsh

There’s more to marketing

David Hirsh is president and CEO of Brandy Lane Corp. Known for his creative and innovative approach to residential design, David prides himself on his hand-on approach to all stages of the development and building process, and he believes that everyone is his client. The company’s newest community is Wyldewood Cove in Collingwood. Visit brandylanehomes.com.

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he official definition of marketing is, “the action or business of promoting and selling products or services.” True marketing though, is an art form that involves completely understanding your potential client and clearly communicating to them throughout the entire buying process.

Today’s consumer is savvy and intelligent, and can identify when marketing tactics are inauthentic or miss the mark. Now more than ever, it’s important that we speak to you in a manner that reflects your lifestyle, your expectations of the product, and how we can enrich your lives. When you see a marketing piece, you will most likely (and rightfully) wonder what’s in it

than fancy ads

for you. The key is for us to speak to you in a way that’s honest and direct. It also doesn’t hurt to have some fun in the process!

In the new-home industry, we’re asking a lot of consumers. Buying a home will be one of the largest purchases you can make during your lifetime. It’s also a complex purchase that can’t be taken lightly. It’s our responsibility to properly educate you on your options and expectations. This is achieved through various means.

In terms of take-home marketing materials, builders should provide clearly marked floor plans and realistic renderings of exterior and interior spaces, as well as any common areas. You should also be equipped with details pertaining to interior features and finishes. We are responsible for ensuring that you can imagine what your home will look like, and you should know exactly where your hard-earned money is going.

The in-person marketing experience is also very important. Sales offices need to be staffed with highly knowledgeable representatives. They need to walk you through every step of the process, beginning with the formal introduction to the project and ending with a thorough and clear disclosure of contractual details and responsibilities. We’re responsible for creating a positive and transparent experience at every touch point.

Transparency is essential in our communications with you in that we need to be clear about what you can expect from your new home purchase. While a good builder will always do everything in their power to ensure that things run smoothly and that every detail is as per specifications, we need to help you understand that nothing can ever be perfect. The quality of our marketing will show if and when something goes wrong. If we can clearly communicate issues with you and you are equipped to practice a reasonable expectation of how issues will be addressed, we’ve done our job right.

While it’s important to know what your future home will look like, it’s even more crucial to trust that your home will be built to the specifications laid out in all that fancy marketing.

It’s a builder’s job to promote their own good reputation, and it’s our responsibility to tell you why you should buy from us and not another builder out there. Visit a number of sales offices and become familiar with the homes and communities that are offered by different builders and understand what differentiates them. While it’s important to know what your future home will look like, it’s even more crucial to trust that your home will be built to the specifications laid out in all that fancy marketing.

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RECIPE

BON APPÉTIT certainly knows his way around a kitchen.

He has cooked for Pope John Paul II, hosted several Food Network programs, opened four successful restaurants, and has had a gourmet food store, aptly named McEwan, at The Shops at Don Mills since 2009. With 35-plus years in the culinary industry, McEwan is also a head judge on Top Chef Canada.

Here is Mark’s very own black bean salad recipe.

CHEF MARK MCEWAN

BLACK BEAN SALAD INGREDIENTS › 2 tbsp fresh lime juice › 1 tbsp white wine vinegar › 1 tbsp honey › ½ small jalapeno, seeded, deveined and chopped › ½ tsp fine grain sea salt › 1 small garlic clove › ½ tsp mustard › ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

› 2-3 big handfuls baby arugula (or other salad greens), well washed and dried › 3 cups cooked black beans › ¼ cup feta, crumbled › ½ cup tomatoes, diced › ⅓ cup grape tomatoes, halved › sliced almonds

SERVES

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DRESSING

METHOD

Combine the lime juice, vinegar, honey, jalapeno, salt, garlic and mustard, and purée in a blender or food processor. Add the olive oil and purée until fully combined. Add more salt, honey or vinegar to taste. Set aside.

Toss the greens in a light coating of the dressing and arrange on a plate. Then toss the beans, tomatoes and almonds with a generous splash of the dressing and arrange on top of the greens.

Finish by sprinkling with additional almonds and crumbled feta cheese.

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Construction work underway at

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he team at Concert Real Estate Corp. is thrilled to have recently begun the first stage of construction at their 88 Scott condominium project in downtown Toronto. Demolition of the buildings that currently occupy the site began earlier this summer in preparation for the next stage – construction.

“Since first introduced to the market, discerning purchasers have recognized 88 Scott as an exceptional opportunity in a unique downtown location,” says Catherine Diraison, director of project sales. “Now over 70 per cent sold, we’re excited that their support has brought us to this important milestone.”

The embodiment of downtown living, 88 Scott will rise 58 storeys at the corner of Scott and Wellington Streets, uniquely situated between the buzz of Bay St. and the charming, historic St. Lawrence neighbourhood. Just across from the urban oasis of Berczy Park, 88 Scott is mere minutes to the Theatre District and within walking distance to Toronto’s Harbourfront, the Air Canada Centre, Rogers Centre, and to fine dining and world-class shopping.

The embodiment of downtown living, 88 Scott will rise 58 storeys at the corner of Scott and Wellington Streets, uniquely situated between the buzz of Bay St. and the charming, historic St. Lawrence neighbourhood It is not only 88 Scott’s prime location that makes the building stand out, but the superior quality of its suites, all designed to appeal to a sophisticated urban buyer.

“The quality of our interior finishes is second to none,” says Diraison.

Designed by Alex Chapman and Kelly Cray of Union31 interior design, the sales centre includes a fully furnished model suite with three kitchen vignettes. “We invite prospective purchasers to visit us at 100 Yonge St. to experience the quality of 88 Scott for themselves.”

While a relative newcomer to condominium development in Toronto, Concert is an established developer with a well-earned reputation for quality and a commitment to delivering beyond expectations. First established in 1989 in British Columbia, the company expanded to Toronto more than a decade ago and is now recognized as the largest developer of purpose-built rental highrises in Ontario. Over its 24-year history, the company has developed almost 10,000 rental and condominium homes for the people of British Columbia and Ontario.

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plans who own the company,” says Brian McCauley, president and COO. “Our dedicated team of professionals is committed to integrity in all dealings and we’re excited to once again offer homes of distinction to Toronto condominium buyers.”

At present, Concert is putting the finishing touches on its first condominium development in downtown Toronto. The Berczy is a highly successful and much-anticipated addition to the St. Lawrence neighbourhood.

In typical Concert style, high-end finishes and attention to detail come standard with every suite at 88 Scott. All feature over-height, smooth ceilings and bright, open kitchens with designer cabinetry and integrated European appliances. With such exquisitely designed interiors and captivating architecture, 88 Scott rejects hum-drum, cookie-cutter suite designs in favour of elegant, well-appointed living spaces.

Suites range in size from studios to three-bedroom designs of more than 1,900 sq. ft.

“Supporting Concert’s well-earned reputation for quality, purchasers at 88 Scott have bought throughout the building,” Diraison indicates, which means there is still an excellent selection of suite types available.

88 Scott’s distinctive design by Page + Steele/IBI Group Architects ensures it will make a distinctive mark on downtown Toronto’s skyline. In a nod to the building’s heritage – and Concert’s commitment to sustainable development and construction practices – the stylish five-storey podium will incorporate the façade of the original limestone building constructed in 1951.

88 Scott will also offer the latest in environmentally conscious design, including green roofs, highly efficient mechanical and electrical systems, and superior indoor air quality. The building will target the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold standard with a design to meet the highest tier of the Toronto Green Building Standards.

To learn more about how to make 88 Scott your home at the centre of it all, visit the sales centre at 100 Yonge St., call 416.216.8588 or visit 88Scott.com.

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in the news Pictured from left to right:

Artist Linda Covit, Malibu president Rony Hirsch, Ward 10 Councillor James Pasternak, president of the Armour Gardens Association Nick Nickolaides

Art installation lets a little more light shine on GRAMERCY PARK Montreal artist Linda Covit creates stunning “Light Containers” for Gramercy Park Condominium Residences On a recent summer night more than 150 residents, community members

and special guests gathered on Wilson Ave. in front of Gramercy Park, Malibu’s newest condominium community.

The summertime celebration was held to mark the official unveiling of a new, dynamic sculptural installation commissioned by Malibu, from celebrated Canadian artist Linda Covit.

The Montreal-based sculptor has created “Light Containers,” three large cone-shaped sculptural pieces around the site (two grace the development’s busy “breezeway,” while the third conical sculpture stands proudly at the edge of the development at the corner of Wilson Ave. and Tippet Rd.). While each display varies in size, all three have been fabricated in 9.5mm powder-coated anodized aluminum and have been perforated with thousands of circular holes cut by water jets.

When touched by direct sunlight in the day, or from specially designed LED lighting at night, light streams through the cones’ perforations, casting flowershaped shadows on the surfaces surrounding the sculptures.

“Linda’s vision for the art was inspired by the fruit orchards that used to grow around the site,” says Malibu’s president Rony Hirsch. “It was her insight into the area’s history, artistic talents and unique understanding of the value and impact of large public art pieces in condo developments – not just for residents, but for the surrounding community – that made her the right choice for this esteemed commission.”

Hirsch and his development company have earned a reputation in Toronto for accenting their residential developments with significant, dynamic and

thought-provoking works of art and sculpture. Malibu’s Harbourfront condominium on Lakeshore features a distinctive piece by Douglas Coupland, and their upcoming development in Toronto’s Entertainment District called Tableau, will include an impactful sculpture by celebrated artist Shayne Dark.

“We are thrilled to add a public art component to our condominium communities,” adds Hirsch. “The addition of Linda’s ‘Light Containers’ makes an amazing development even better, and we’re grateful to her for her vision, to our residents who have supported the project and the sculptures, and to the local Ward 10 councillor, James Pasternak, who encouraged us to do something special in his ward.”

Gramercy Park, which was officially registered in March 2013, boasts 512 units ranging from one-bedroom suites to spacious three-bedroom penthouses. With beautiful interiors by Tanner Hill Associates, each suite features eightor nine-ft. ceiling heights and comes with a balcony or terrace. Many suites overlook the tranquil half-acre private park that is exclusively enjoyed by Gramercy Park residents.

Gramercy Park, now completely sold out, mixes brilliant design with luxurious amenities and an amazing location. Combined with its striking new art installation, Gramercy Park now, truly, has it all.

For more information on Gramercy Park, or to learn more about other Malibu developments, visit malibutoronto.com.

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condo pro

“Downsize” becomes “rightsize”

// by barbara lawlor

when you choose the right condo

Barbara Lawlor is president of Baker Real Estate Inc., and an in-demand columnist and speaker. A member of the Baker team since 1993, Barbara oversees the marketing and sale of condominium developments in the GTA and overseas.

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he notion of empty-nesters moving from a large home to a condominium suite has been referred to as “downsizing,” but I have always felt that term lacking. In fact, I call it “rightsizing,” because it means selecting a new home that fits the lifestyle you want to lead. The term “downsizing” carries with it the notion that buyers opting for smaller square footage accept a lesser lifestyle

as well, which is simply not true. Many buyers who go condo actually move up in luxury and comfort.

There are oh, so many advantages to making this move. People who live in two- and three-storey homes may not truly appreciate the efficiency of living on one level or the livability of modern condo designs. Developers have worked diligently to come up with innovative floor plans that maximize space. Just think for a moment about a 2,000-sq.-ft. lowrise home, which may contain a lot of unusable space such as stairways, landings and hallways. Today’s 1,200-sq.-ft. condominium suites may actually have as much usable floor space. When you shop, compare apples with apples. Square footage does not tell the complete story. In a condominium, a smaller floor plan may be just as satisfying. And today’s condominiums are so well built and beautifully appointed with remarkable amenities, that a little less space in the individual suites simply means less cleaning to do.

Now, keep in mind that right-sizing can mean moving up in size as well. This is the beauty of modern condominiums – there is something for everyone who wants to enjoy the carefree condo lifestyle. Growing families will find twobedroom-plus-den and three-bedroom designs to match their needs. These suites are also selling to retired couples who like to have their children and grandchildren visit. I know a couple who downsized when the kids went off to university, but found they missed having the extra space for visitors, so they rightsized themselves into a larger condominium.

They also love the fact that condominium amenities enable them to keep up long-standing traditions, such as hosting large family dinners, wedding and baby showers, birthday celebrations or other get-togethers. Today’s buildings have gorgeous dining and party rooms, some with caterer’s kitchens and serveries.

Adding to the entertaining potential, most condos have outdoor areas such as courtyards, gardens and terraces with barbecue facilities and seating, outdoor pools, indoor pools, whirlpools, theatres, billiards rooms and more. Whatever stage of life you are at, a condominium offers a multitude of opportunities to gather with friends and family members to chill out or celebrate in a gala way.

One of the major draws of condominium living is that people who love to travel can leave without the worry of lawn maintenance and security. With home prices in Toronto continually going up, many lowrise owners sell their homes here for such a good price that they move to a condominium and still have enough left for a vacation property in Florida!

How we do love condos in the GTA! And why not? First-time buyers find condo prices more within their financial reach, and the buildings are so close to public transportation that they may not need to own a vehicle. Busy professionals whose lives are so hectic that leisure time is elusive enjoy freedom from timeconsuming maintenance, and the fact that they can exercise and socialize without having to leave home, once they get home.

The great news is that across the GTA, there is tremendous choice in the condominium market. Whatever your pocketbook and needs, you can find just the right suite. And then you can rightsize your life the condominium way!

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What’s your junction?

What ties you together? Where do your interests meet? Is it at the intersection of craftsmanship and technology? Is it where diversity and curiosity combine? Is it where old meets new, and tradition meets change? Wherever it lies, find it at DUKE.

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TAS PRESENTS: DUKE CONDOS Award-winning developers launch midrise dwelling in Toronto’s bustling Junction neighbourhood TAS, the Toronto-based developers acclaimed for their astute, responsive vision, are bringing DUKE

Condos to the corner of Dundas St. W. (DU) and Keele St. (KE) – a project literally named for its location. A neighbourhood this full of imagination and independence requires a development that can meet the local mood and match it, beat for beat. DUKE fulfills every social, ecological and cultural requirement TAS sets for itself; this is Junction living at its integrated best. For its residents, its neighbours, and everyone else who will be drawn to it, DUKE Condos spell progress.

Slated for occupancy November 2015, sales for DUKE Condos begin fall 2013 while early registration is

DUKE fulfills every social, ecological and cultural requirement TAS sets for itself; this is Junction living at its integrated best

currently available (junctionlife.ca). Square footage ranges from 450 sq. ft. to over 1,600. Prices start in the low $200,000s. Count on six floors of residences above one floor of commercial space including all the top amenities – private terraces, party room and a fully up-to-date in-house gym. Most noteworthy however is the unique design of the building by Quadrangle Architects, which maintains TAS’s market leader status in design and innovation. An articulated brick facade – a geometric pattern of terraces and cantilevered living spaces – creates a dynamic, modern presence on Dundas St. W. The south side of the building features extended and sun-filled terraces that provide unobstructed views of the Junction neighbourhood. Live-work designated lofts animate the laneway and feature a double-height space to accommodate diverse studio activities. The penthouse includes two-storey “through units” with windows on both the north and south sides allowing for natural ventilation. The upper floors also feature wrap-around

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THE DETAILS location

sales centre projected occupancy

2803 Dundas St. W., just east of Keele Opening September, 2013 November 2015

Contact Information 416.800.7738 junctionlife.ca @dukecondos #junctionlife Duke-condos dukecondos dukecondos DUKE condos­­

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The Building

size

Midrise building of 92 suites on six levels above one level of retail/commercial space

range

Studios, one-bedroom, one-bedroom-plus-den, two-bedroom, two-bedroom-plus-den, three- bedroom, three-bedroom-plus-den, townhomes and live-work lofts

suite details

Nine-ft. ceilings - Most suites with balconies, terraces

amenities

2nd floor amenity space, party room and gym, two levels of underground parking

terraces with panoramic views of the city. The TAS team typically takes LEED standards as a starting point and supersedes them at every corner. DUKE is no exception, offering eco-features such as a green roof, in-suite energy recovery ventilators (ERV) and terraces lined with harvest planters for home gardening. A minimal footprint means maximum respect for a self-sustainable environment.

Visit the hugely popular TASsponsored Junction Flea Market at the DUKE site every second Sunday from now until October to see local inspiration in local motion Thanks to creative partnerships fostered with local, cultural and alt-spirited initiatives, the boundary between DUKE and its vibrant location will be better than seamless. Visit the hugely popular TAS-sponsored Junction Flea Market at the DUKE site every second Sunday from now until October to see local inspiration in local motion. Junction interior design firm Mason Studio developed the highly stylized sales centre opening this September. As part of TAS’s Four Pillars of

Sustainability, the sales office was designed and built by Junction area locals and almost all of the interior finishes and furnishing were sourced from local trades and artisans. Bringing, not taking, is a guiding TAS principle. The local economy itself must prosper, in diversity and shared sensibilities, that’s a given at TAS. “When we approach a new project we always approach it from the standpoint of shaping beautiful cities. We want to build a place that people can truly call ‘home’ and be proud of. With DUKE we are creating an environment through partnerships and engaging with the local community, where the unique attributes of the Junction are reflected in the experience of living at our address,” says Mazyar Mortazavi, president and CEO, TAS. “The Junction is a locally driven, passionate group of families, artists and designers, business owners and innovators. We are excited to be a part of it.”

Comfort, clean, conscience and culture in one of Toronto’s hottest cool neighbourhoods. Work locally, shop locally and live locally, the best way Toronto knows how, with a café on every corner and a festival on your doorstep in a building that’s a beacon for enlightened city dwelling – your home within a home. It feels like anything is possible in the Junction. Welcome to DUKE Condos. Welcome to Junction life.

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ver the past several months, Madison’s construction team has been working diligently on the early stages of The Madison. The enormous task of excavating and shoring this Yonge and Eglinton site was completed earlier this summer and Madison is continuing to proceed right on schedule with the project’s massive concrete foundation – a major milestone in The Madison’s process which has enabled the installation of two overhead cranes on the site. On-lookers passing by simply can’t help but stop and stare at the ton of activity going on daily at The Madison.

Madison Homes has decided to celebrate this exciting project breakthrough by offering

buyers an irresistible limited-time offer, one free parking space on all remaining suites – a savings of $50,000.

“This is an exceptionally attractive offer, especially for a development of this caliber at Yonge and Eglinton,” says Nelly Zagdanski of Madison Homes.

The remaining suites in this incredible new residence are all situated on the top floors of the West and East Towers, providing spectacular and panoramic views of the city and beyond. Sizes of the suites range from 564 to 1,045 sq. ft. and many of the remaining suites boast 10-ft. ceiling heights. The Madison’s suite designs feature floor-to-ceiling windows, bringing natural light into the units

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while providing stunning views of the city and beyond.

Kitchens include high-performance plank laminate flooring, sleek designer cabinetry complemented by upgraded hardware and double square-edged granite counters, designer-series glass subway tiles, and a sleek, stainless steel single-lever pullout faucet.

The bathrooms continue the sleekly modern styling, with Caesarstone countertops and rectangular, undermount sinks, singlelever faucet, and a soaker tub or frameless glass shower enclosure. Such remarkable suites at this one-of-a-kind residence are priced from the low $400’s.

While the suites have been designed to meet the needs of today’s urban condo dweller, so too has The Madison’s amenity program. Residents of The Madison can swim several laps in the saltwater lap pool, or visit the two-story fitness gallery to either work on weights and/or power up with some cardio.

Want to spend more time on yourself and relax? Visit the Zen rooftop garden for some quiet contemplation. For those who want to be more social, The Madison offers up a fire

pit where you and your friends can hang out or utilize the private outdoor cabanas. There is also the demo kitchen, indoor-outdoor bar lounge, and movie theatre offering a wide range of possibilities for entertaining.

The Madison will also revolutionize retail in midtown Toronto with a 40,000-sq.-ft.

Loblaws store slated to open in the retail podium area. That means residents of The Madison can enjoy an international food shopping experience right at their doorstep.

Whether they are seeking the freshest produce, bakery items, the catch of the day, gourmet pre-prepared dinners, or deli counter delights, Madison residents will have easy access to a wide variety of the best quality foods.

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INVESTOR ADVICE

5 things every

// BY ANDREW LA FLEUR

CONDO INVESTOR SHOULD WATCH OUT FOR 1 | Capped closing costs

Andrew la Fleur is an award-winning realtor with Re/Max. Andrew’s expertise is in helping investors make money in the Toronto condo market. Check out his blog at truecondos.com

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he first step in buying a new condo is to sign the purchase agreement and hand over your cheques. Ensuring that you have a good contract with favourable terms up front can be the one thing that makes or breaks your investment in the long term.

Here are five things that every condo investor should watch for in their contract.

An assignment clause allows you to sell prior to final closing, usually under some conditions set by the builder and often there is a fee associated with executing the assignment

If you don’t have caps in place for things like development levies and utility hook-ups, your closing costs could theoretically be in the tens of thousands (not including land transfer taxes and legal fees). The number one thing you want to make sure your contract includes is a cap on these costs. This is especially true now that there is a lot of talk about the City of Toronto doubling the development charges on new condos. Typical caps these days for one-bedrooms would be around $5,000, and for two-bedrooms around $8,500. Utility caps are typically around $1,500. The caps are the maximum amount these charges will be at closing. Could be less, but will not be more.

2 | “Nickel and dime” charges

Most contracts are pretty standard with respect to fees and closing costs, but some developers do try to sneak in charges for all sorts of things related to the purchase: $100 here, $50 there... they can be creative! A good lawyer will probably point out some of the fees to you and recommend you ask them to be waived. It’s up to the builder’s discretion as to what they will waive and what they will not.

3 | Renting during occupancy

Most contracts by way of their standard wording forbid the renting of your unit during the occupancy period, however, most developers will grant you permission to rent during the occupancy period if you request this in your contract. Make sure you do request this clause if you are buying for investment purposes.

4 | HST rebate

Something you probably won’t find in your agreement is any talk of HST implications if you are buying for investment purposes. The agreement assumes you are buying the unit to live in, and therefore all HST is already included in the purchase price. However, if you are planning on renting out the unit, you might have to pay a portion of the HST on final closing and then apply to the government to receive the money back in the form of an HST rebate. Consult a qualified lawyer and understand the implications on your cash flow.

5 | Assignment clauses

An assignment clause allows you to sell prior to final closing, usually under some conditions set by the builder and often there is a fee associated with executing the assignment. Hopefully you intend on closing on your unit and holding if for the long term, however, it is always wise to have a back-up plan in case things change in the years between purchasing and completion of your unit, so make sure you are able to sell by assignment.

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CMHC Report

June housing starts Housing starts in Canada were trending at 184,514

units in June compared to 184,087 in May, according to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC). The trend is a six-month moving average of the monthly seasonally adjusted annual rates (SAAR)1 of housing starts.

“As expected, the trend in total housing starts remained essentially stable in June, for a third consecutive month.

This reflects general stability in regional trends over the same period. As a result, the trend in national housing activity remains close to its historical average and is in-line with estimates of household formation,” says Mathieu Laberge, deputy chief economist at CMHC. “In June, gains in housing starts in British Columbia were offset by declines in other regions of the country.”

CMHC uses the trend measure as a complement to the monthly SAAR of housing starts to account for considerable swings in monthly estimates and obtain a more complete picture of the state of the housing market.

In some situations analyzing only SAAR data can be misleading in some markets, as they are largely driven by the multiples segment of the markets, which can be quite variable from one month to the next.

The standalone monthly SAAR was 199,586 units in June, a decrease from 204,616 in May. The SAAR of urban starts decreased by 2.7 per cent in June to 177,085 units, as both the single and multiple urban starts segments declined in June. Single urban starts decreased by 4.1 per cent to 62,743 units in June while the multiple urban starts segment decreased by two per cent to 114,342 units.

June’s seasonally adjusted annual rate of urban starts increased in British Columbia. Urban starts decreased in all other regions.

Rural starts2 were estimated at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 22,501 units in June.

1 All starts figures in this release, other than actual starts and the trend estimate, are seasonally adjusted annual rates (SAAR) — that is, monthly figures adjusted to remove normal seasonal variation and multiplied by 12 to reflect annual levels. By removing seasonal ups and downs, seasonal adjustment allows for a comparison from one season to the next and from one month to the next. Reporting monthly figures at annual rates indicates the annual level of starts that would be obtained if the monthly pace were maintained for 12 months. This facilitates comparison of the current pace of activity to annual forecasts as well as to historical annual levels.

2 CMHC estimates the level of starts in centres with a population of less than 10,000 for each of the three months of the quarter, at the beginning of each quarter. During the last month of the quarter, CMHC conducts the survey in these centres and revises the estimate.

Housing Starts in Canada – All Areas * Thousands

275 250 225 199,586

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184,514

205,100 housing starts* in July 2011

150 june 2011

june 2012

june 2013

Housing starts, SAAR Housing starts trend line (six-month moving average)

Preliminary Housing Start Data June 2013

May 2013

June 2013

Trend1, all areas

184,087

184,514

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199,586

SAAR, rural areas

22,555

22,501

SAAR, urban centres2 Single-detached

65,404

62,743

Multiples

116,657

114,342

Total

182,061

177,085

Atlantic, urban centres2

10,027

8,192

Quebec, urban centres2

32,439

30,051

Ontario, urban centres2

68,430

60,386

Prairies, urban centres2

50,188

49,110

British Columbia, urban centres2

20,977

29,346

Canada

June 2012

June 2013

Actual, all areas

20,326

18,215

Actual, rural areas

2,183

2,255

June — Single-detached

6,922

6,328

June — Multiples

11,221

9,632

June — Total

18,143

15,960

Actual, urban centres2

January to June — Single-detached

31,153

29,031

January to June — Multiples

62,050

48,472

January to June — Total

93,203

77,503

Source: CMHC Seasonally adjusted annual rates Urban centres with a population of 10,000 and over Detailed data available upon request 1 2

As Canada’s national housing agency, CMHC draws on more than 65 years of experience to help Canadians access a variety of high-quality, environmentally sustainable and affordable housing solutions. CMHC also provides reliable, impartial and up-to-date housing market reports, analysis and knowledge to support and assist consumers and the housing industry in making informed decisions.

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TREETOPS AT HIDDEN VALLEY

kicks off with official ribbon-cutting and barbecue On Saturday, July 27,

Mayor Claude Doughty, together with the principals of Club Leisure Corp. (CLC), cut the red ribbon at TreeTops at Hidden Valley, and helped launch a new brand of resort-style living surrounded by the trails, lakes and ski hills of Muskoka.

A collection of luxurious escarpment homes is being offered, all looking out over beautiful Peninsula Lake, the Hidden Valley and Deerhurst’s Lakeside Golf course The official opening of the project’s new presentation centre took place in Huntsville at One Tree Tops Lane (directly across from Deerhurst Resort), where priority registrants were invited to attend and to enjoy a free summer barbecue and entertainment provided by the developers.

At what will soon be one of Huntsville’s most desired fourseason destinations, TreeTops at Hidden Valley will allow owners to “live above it all,” amidst a canopy of trees. A collection of luxurious escarpment homes is being offered, all looking out over beautiful Peninsula Lake, the Hidden Valley and Deerhurst’s Lakeside Golf course.

Nestled into the hillside, the homes have been carefully sculpted into the slope of the land, preserving as much of the existing trees and terrain as possible. Each will feature a balcony or walk-out patio offering spectacular views of the surrounding landscape.

Hiking, boating, fishing, golfing, swimming and water sports – at TreeTops, residents will enjoy the very best of Muskoka, with easy access to downtown Huntsville and its amenities. When the snow flies, skiers will love to be able to “ski in and ski out” from their homes directly to the Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area, with both cross-country and Alpine skiing available.

Along with being an attractive housing option to outdoors enthusiasts, TreeTops will also be desirable to those who love nature as CLC has created a community that is as Green and natural as possible.

Every residence at TreeTops will be built to an EnerGuide New Housing Program Natural Resource Canada standard, bringing together top energyefficient and water conservation systems. CLC has designed and implemented a geothermal system that will offer TreeTops owners clean, Green heating and cooling year-round.

CLC was established to develop, finance and manage real estate projects, with a special focus on residential developments in resort areas offering access to leisure sports such as golf, skiing and boating.

CLC’s senior team is comprised of seasoned professionals with years of combined experience in real estate development. They have assembled a team of other highly respected industry professionals in the design and development of TreeTops, each of whom brings their own talents and discipline to the table.

For more information, floor plans and pricing information, contact the presentation centre at 1.855.784.9990 or visit online at TreeTopsHuntsville.com.

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new releases & grand openings 36 Hazelton

by Alterra

Construction has started at this luxury boutique condo in the Yorkville neighbourhood.

Web: 36Hazelton.com

101 Erskine

by Tridel

A quiet sensibility in the midst of Yonge and Eglinton. Grand opening.

Web: Tridel.com/101erskine

Avani at Metrogate

by Tridel

New suite release at Metrogate’s newest address at Kennedy and Hwy. 401.

Web: Tridel.com

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The Bond

by Lifetime Developments

New release – top five floors. Introducing The City Collection at Adelaide and John. Now open.

Web: TheBond.ca

E Condos

by RioCan, Bazis, Metropia

Condominium residences on the northeast corner of Yonge and Eglinton. Grand opening.

Web: ECondos.ca

Exhibit

by Bazis, Metropia, Plaza

Limited-edition penthouse collection at Bloor and Avenue Rd. Web: Bazis.ca

Fuse 2

by Neudorfer Corp.

Now releasing Phase 2 of this master-planned community in Davenport Village.

Web: FuseCondos.com

Gramercy Park

by Malibu

An urban oasis built around a private park in North York. Move in soon.

Web: GramercyPark.ca

Imperial Plaza

by Camrost Felcorp

New suite release at Yonge and St. Clair.

Book your private appointment today.

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Lago

by Monarch

Now under construction, at one of Etobicoke’s final urban waterfront settings.

Web: MonarchGroup.net

Ivory

by Plaza

Newly released Pure Platinum Penthouse Collection on Adelaide, in the heart of old-town Toronto.

Web: PurePlaza.com

Life Condominiums

by Chestnut Hill Homes

A stylish, 13-storey midrise at Yonge and Merton with 149 spacious suites. Now open.

Web: LifeCondos.ca

The Madison

by Madison Homes

Grand opening of top floors at Yonge and Eglinton.

Web: MadisonCondos.ca

One Bloor

by Great Gulf

New suite release at this coveted Yonge and Bloor condo, now under construction.

Web: OneBloor.com

Picasso

by Monarch Corp. & The Goldman Group

Now open, an iconic building in the heart of the evolving Entertainment District.

Web: MonarchGroup.net

Post House

by Alterra

Construction underway at this boutique condo in the St. Lawrence Market neighbourhood.

Web: PostHouseCondos.com

Rise

by Reserve Properties

Downtown living at a mid-town price.

Grand opening and new release.

Web: RiseCondos.com

River City 2

by Urban Capital

New release of penthouses with rooftop terraces and townhomes up to 1,877 sq. ft.

Web: RiverCityToronto.com

Vivid

by Pemberton Group

Grand opening continues at Pemberton’s Vivid at Islington and Bloor.

Web: VividCondos.com

X2 Condos

by Lifetime & Great Gulf

Sophisticated condominium now under construction at Jarvis and Charles.

Web: X2Condos.com

Monde

by Great Gulf

New release of boardwalk suites along Toronto’s waterfront.

Web: MondeCondominiums.com

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# Builder 2 Great Gulf Homes 4 Gairloch Investments 4 Tridel Corporation 6 Cresford Development Corp.

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58 Great Gulf Homes 59 Lindvest 66 Emsatec Canada Inc 85 Harhay Developments 85 Carttera 117 Bazis Inc. 117 Metropia 117 Plaza 120 The Daniels Corporation 124 Pinnacle International 129 Concert Properties 131 Lanterra Developments 131 Tridel Corporation 133 Tribute Communities 140 Eden Shaw 140 45 Charles Ltd. 149 Camrost - Felcorp 171 Camrost - Felcorp 189 The Daniels Corporation 192 MintoUrban Communities Inc. 202 Bazis Inc. 202 Rio Can 202 Metropia 215 Dundee Kilmer Developments 217 Pemberton Group 218 Malibu Investments Inc. 218 Urban Capital 219 TAS DesignBuild

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Fabrik 416-591-7700 • from $250,000 2221 Yonge 647-350-2221 • from $200,000 King Blue Condominiums 416-599-1355 • from $250,000 King Blue Condominiums 416-599-1355 • from $250,000 Picasso on Richmond 416-495-3549 • from $280,000 Ten York 416-596-9888 • Axiom Condominiums axiomcondos.ca • from $200,000 Success Tower at Pinnacle Centre 416-360-0673 • from $750,000 Churchill Park Condominiums 416-966-9080 • from $900,000 Infinity Condominiums 416-214-1988 • from $250,000 Milan 416-928-7409 • from $520,000 CASA 416-977-1100 • from $710,000 The Bloor St. Neighbourhood 416-977-1100 • from $600,000 CASA 2 416-977-1100 • from $250,000 CASA III 416-977-1100 • from $240,000 The 500 Condos + Lofts 416-960-0606 • from $400,000 King West 416-367-5464 • from $210,000 775 King West 416-367-5464 • from $330,000 3018 Yonge In Lawrence Park 3018yonge.com • from $390,000 The Uptown Residences 416-987-3500 • from $950,000 The Brant Park 416-703-7271 • from $250,000 King West - The Lanes contextkingwest.ca • from $250,000 Foundry Lofts 416-531-7760 from $399,000 Brownstones 416-531-7760 • from $300,000 The Upper Canada Condominium 416-489-5194 • from $1800,000 The Upper Canada Condominiums 416-489-5194 • from $1800,000 455 Adelaide West - Fashion District Lofts 416-603-6166 • • from $280,000 Fashion House 416-366-0560 • from $250,000 Beach Hill Residences 416-422-0880 • • from $200,000 Schoolhouse 416-979-1333 • from $595,000 Worklofts 416-368-5262 • from $243,000 Flatiron Lofts 416-368-5262 from $243,000 300 Front Street West 416-217-0300 • from $324,000 Reve 416-514-2710 • from $334,000 Pier 27 Waterlink 416-367-3456 • from $300,000 Condos at The Distillery 416-361-1322 • from $400,000 One Bloor Residences 416-922-0081 • from $535,000 Block liveatblock.com • The King East 416-368-5262 • from $300,000 East Condos & Lofts 416-368-5262 • from $310,000 King West kingwestlife.com • from $346,000 Four Seasons Private Residences Toronto 416-775-7500 • from $1900,000 Four Seasons Private Residences Toronto 416-775-7500 • from $1900,000 Seventy Seven Charles Yorkville 416-203-7034 • from $2100,000 Market Wharf 416-861-8181 • from $260,000 Library District Condominiums 416-861-8181 • from $222,000 Brownstones in Davenport Village 416-531-7760 from $245,000 Brownstones on the Park 416-531-7760 • from $260,000 Charlie 416-927-9772 • from $251,000 Ivory On Adelaide 416-862-0888 • from $279,000 Fly Condos 416-979-1333 from $310,000 Condo Living Store 416-979-1333 • U Condominiums 416-546-6605 • from $250,000 One Park West 416-955-0559 • from $406,000 Paintbox Condominiums paintboxcondos.ca • Festival Tower 416-203-2020 • from $350,000 X2 416-927-0080 • from $303,000 X2 416-927-0080 • from $303,000 Bisha Hotel & Residences 416-637-2211 • from $300,000 Art Condos 416-535-7775 • from $530,000 Two Old Mill 416-645-7022 • from $356,000 1717 Avenue Road 416-430-1717 from $1550,000 1717 Avenue Road 416-430-1717 • from $1295,000 Queen & Portland 416-363-4800 • from $315,000 5 St. Joseph 416-928-0555 • • from $250,000 5 St. Joseph 416-928-0555 • • from $250,000 DNA 3 416-929-1030 • from $220,000 Post House Condominium 416-964-2777 • from $350,000 Downtown 416-598-5088 • from $210,000 12 Degrees 416-408-1200 • from $350,000 The Berwick 416-922-9425 from $280,000 The Grove 416-824-3390 • from $840,000 Riverside Towns 416-214-2000 • from $400,000 Riverside Towns 416-214-2000 • from $400,000 KEW Beach Living 416-690-0101 • • from $350,000 KEW Beach Living 416-690-0101 • • from $350,000 The Mercer 416-597-6940 • from $350,000 Studio on Richmond 647-352-7736 • from $300,000 Backstage on the Esplanade 416-777-2533 Backstage on the Esplanade 416-777-2533 Vero verocondos.ca from $250,000 Theatre Park 416-422-0333 • from $380,000 Theatre Park 416-422-0333 • from $490,000 Tableau Condominiums 416-591-8887 • • from $450,000 Tableau Condominiums 416-591-8887 • • from $350,000 King Charlotte 416-422-0333 • from $466,000 King Charlotte 416-422-0333 • from $312,000 Tableau Condominiums tableaucondos.com • • from $350,000 Carmelina 416-423-8500 • from $250,000 Yorkville Condominiums 416-987-3222 • • from $550,000 The Bond Condominiums 416-546-7525 • • from $300,000 Showcase showcaseliving.ca • from $210,000 L Tower 416-777-2533 • from $410,000 707 Lofts 707Lofts.com • • from $255,000 Perspective Condos 416-242-3500 from $280,000 King + Condos 416-366-5464 • from $304,000 thirtytwo Camden 416-860-0060 • from $240,000 8 Gladstone 416-690-9009 • from $250,000 133 Hazelton Residence 416-487-9863 • Model Suite of the Month 416-487-9863 • 210 Simcoe 210simcoe.com • Five Condos 416-928-0555 • • from $250,000 Five Condos 416-928-0555 • • from $250,000 Karma 416-551-2744 • from $180,000 Karma 416-551-2744 • Rise 416-546-7399 • from $290,000 Model Suite of the Month • Neon 416-987-7878 • from $210,000 The Carlaw 416-690-8588 • from $200,000 Nero 416-792-6418 • from $300,000 Allure Condominiums allurecondos.ca • from $350,000 Allure Condominiums allurecondos.ca • from $350,000 1000 Bay 416-485-3000 • FAD Condos 416-815-1818 • from $250,000 South Hill on Madison Condominiums southhillonmadison.com • from $200,000 INDX 416-987-4639 • INDX 416-987-4639 • The Carnaby 416-690-9009 • from $250,000 TUX greatgulf.com/register • from $250,000 Noir menkes.com • SIXTY Colborne 416-601-0060 • from $300,000 SIXTY Colborne 416-598-7775 • from $300,000 The Massey Tower 416-966-0197 • • from $320,000 109OZ 416-531-4844 • from $300,000 The Hill 416-408-1200 • from $260,000 The Sterling thesterling1919.com • • from $200,000 101 Erskine 416--480-0700 • • from $285,000 Wallace Walk wallacewalktowns.com • from $210,000 The St Clements 416--778-7070 • • The Perry 416-926-7555 • from $390,000

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52 Cresford Development Corp.

52 Cresford Development Corp.

52 Cresford Development Corp.

54 Times Developments Inc. 55 MintoUrban Communities Inc. 55 MintoUrban Communities Inc. 57 Lanterra Developments 62 Pemberton Group 64 Lamb Development Corp.

64 Context Development Inc. 66 E-Park Development 66 Neudorfer Corporation 70 Madison Homes 70 State Building Group 73 Freed 73 Freed 74 Carlyle Communities 78 Empire Communities 81 Lamb Development Corp.

81 Lamb Development Corp.

83 Tridel Corporation 83 Tridel Corporation 88 Fernbrook Homes/Cityzen Dev. 94 DHD Developments 99 Great Gulf Homes 100 Treasure Hill Homes 101 Lamb Development Corp.

101 Harhay Developments 102 Plaza 103 Menkes Developments Inc. 103 Lifetime Developments 104 Aspen Ridge Homes 106 Context Development Inc. 106 Context Development Inc. 109 The Brownstone Group of Companies 109 The Brownstone Group of Companies 110 Great Gulf Homes 114 Plaza 115 Empire Communities 115 Empire Communities 118 Pemberton Group 120 The Daniels Corporation 120 The Daniels Corporation 122 The Daniels Corporation 126 Great Gulf Homes 126 Lifetime Developments 128 Lifetime Developments 130 Triangle West Development 131 Tridel Corporation 132 Tribute Urban Living 132 Tribute Communities 134 Tribute Communities 135 Graywood Developments 135 Mod Developments Inc. 136 Canderel/Stoneridge 137 Alterra Homes/Finer Space 139 Parallax Investment Corporation 141 BSaR Ltd 142 Andrin Homes 143 Matthew Kinsella Custom Homes Inc. 144 Hyde Park Homes 144 Lamb Development Corp.

145 Longo Corporation 145 Lamb Development Corp.

148 Graywood/Beaverhall Development 150 Aspen Ridge Homes 151 Cityzen 151 Fernbrook Homes 151 Fernbrook Homes 152 Lamb Development Corp.

152 Niche Development 153 Urban Capital 153 Malibu Investments Inc. 153 Lamb Development Corp.

153 Niche Development 153 Alit Developments 154 Tre Memovia Developments 155 Lifetime Developments 155 Lifetime Developments 156 Aragon Properties 157 Castlepoint/Cityzen/Fernbrook 160 Enirox Group 162 Pianosi Developments 163 Plus Development Group 165 Sorbara Group 170 Streetcar Development 173 Mizrahi | Khalili Developments 173 Mizrahi | Khalili Developments 175 Sorbara Group 179 Graywood Developments 179 Mod Developments Inc. 182 Lifetime Developments 182 Centre Court Development 184 Reserve Properties 184 Reserve Properties 185 Pemberton Group 186 Streetcar Development 187 Tofni Developments 188 Greenpark Homes 188 Greenpark Homes 190 Cresford Development Corp.

191 Tri-Win Developments Inc 193 Burnac Corporation 195 Lifetime Developments 195 Centre Court Development 197 Streetcar Development 198 Great Gulf Homes 198 Menkes Developments Inc. 200 Freed 200 Carttera 206 Mod Developments Inc. 207 Reserve Properties 208 BSaR Ltd 210 Castlepoint/Numa 216 Tridel Corporation 217 Torbel Group 218 Sonterlan

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Opus 416-813-2999 • • 42-43 Emerald City Condominiums 416-492-0001 • from $248,000 77 World on Yonge 905-771-7010 • from $285,000 37 Treviso II 416-787-8882 • from $220,000 31 The Station 416-398-9777 • from $420,000 61 NY2 416-221-3939 from $220,000 19 Canterbury 647-352-2130 • • from $700,000 59 The Avanti Condominiums 416-636-0400 from $375,000 VISTO vistocondos.ca from $220,000 Hullmark Centre 416-733-2883 • from $524,000 Avonshire Parkside 416-730-0300 • • from $579,000 Aristo at Avonshire 416-730-0300 • Aristo2 at Avonshire 416-730-0300 • from $299,000 Park Towns 416-868-0784 from $250,000 Tango at Concord Park Place 416-813-2999 • • from $236,000 Discovery at Concord Park Place 416-813-2999 • Discovery II at Concord Park Place 416-813-2999 • • from $210,000 Tango2 at Concord Park Place 416-813-2999 • from $265,000 Corporate 416-813-2999 • • from $210,000 Pearl Condominiums 416-512-1818 • from $200,000 Platinum Towers 416-512-1818 • from $340,000 Diva DivaCondo.com The Essential 905-887-4888 • from $250,000 Argento 416-663-1818 • Alto at Atria 416-645-8866 • from $288,000 The Palm Condominium Residences 416-306-1000 • from $400,000 Gramercy Park Condominium Residences 416-703-2202 • from $600,000 Portrait Condominiums 416-282-9600 • from $300,000 Gibson Square 416-730-9722 • from $363,000 Ultra at Heron’s Hill 416-495-3548 • from $200,000 Yorkland at Heron’s Hill 416-495-3548 • from $300,000 88 416-915-3805 • from $235,000 Flo Condominiums 647-799-0356 • from $250,000 Aura At College Park 416-962-8688 • from $500,000 Gooderham 416-361-1322 • from $410,000 Scenic on Eglinton 416-805-1781 • from $190,000 Dreamtower At Emerald City 416-492-0001 • from $245,000 Willow Park at Bayview 416-221-6767 • from $466,000 Posh Condominiums 905-771-0134 • from $544,000 Treviso Condominiums 416-787-8882 • from $200,000 Trio at Atria 416-645-8866 from $258,000 LIV Lofts 416-445-5638 • from $250,000 NY Place 416-221-3939 • from $250,000 Flaire Condos 416-445-8868 • from $320,000

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416-495-3544

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416-813-0999

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416-813-0999

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416-214-1988

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River City 2

416-862-0505

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416-537-0047

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416-537-0047

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416-367-3456

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previews & registrations The Brownstones5

by Emsatec Canada Inc.

Final phase of stacked towns in Davenport Village now open for preview. Call 416.531.7760.

Web: brownstones5.com

Imagine Condos by insoho developments

Vibrant boutique condo living by acres of green at TTC, walk to GO. Register now.

Web: imaginecondos.com

The HUB

by Empire Communities

Live life on tomorrow’s fast lane, at this condo in a key Eg-West location. Register now.

Web: EmpireTheHub.com

365 Church

by Menkes

Coming soon to Church and Carlton, in the heart of the action. Register now.

Web: Menkes.com

The Britt

by Lanterra Developments

Condos with European flair coming soon to Bay and Wellesley. Register now.

Web: LanterraDevelopments.com

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Builders: If you would like to include your preview registration, new release or site opening in this feature, just email the details to Lydia.McNutt@wall2wallmedia.com

California Condos

by Camrost Felcorp

Register now for the Sunset Collection at California Condos in south Etobicoke.

Web: SunsetCondos.ca

Aqualina at Bayside Toronto

by Tridel

Coming soon: a master-planned community on the city’s waterfront.

Web: Tridel.com

Cinema Tower

by Daniels Corp.

World-class condo in the heart of the Entertainment District. Register now.

Web: CinemaTowerCondos.com

Context King West

by Context

Coming soon to King West – community and design for everyone. Register now.

Web: ContextKingWest.ca

Eau Du Soleil

by Empire Communities

Surfacing soon: one of Canada’s tallest and most iconic waterfront condos. Register online.

Web: EauDuSoleilCondos.com

The Epicurean

by Monarch Corp.

A stylish new condo for local foodies near Bloor West Village. Register now.

Web: MonarchGroup.net

Fabrik

by Menkes

Register now for this fashionable new condo, steps from Toronto’s trendy Fashion District.

Web: Menkes.com

FAD Condominiums

by Tri-Win

Fashion District Condominiums, coming soon to this trend-setting hot spot.

Web: FadCondo.ca

Imperial Plaza

by Camrost Felcorp

Sixteen-foot loft living at Yonge and St. Clair.

Register today.

Web: 16FootLofts.ca/cg

Jade Waterfront Condos

by Phantom Developments

Opening soon on the Etobicoke waterfront. Register now to stay informed.

Web: JadeWaterfrontCondos.com

Noir Condos

by Menkes

Coming soon to the heart of Toronto, at Peter and King. Register now.

Web: Menkes.com

One Park Place

by Daniels Corp.

Now on sale, the “one” place to be in downtown east. Register now to stay informed.

Web: DanielsOneParkPlace.com

Sixty Colborne

by Freed Developments

A block from everything at King St. E. and Church St. Register now.

Web: SixtyColborne.com

South Hill on Madison

by Burnac

Coming soon to the coveted Casa Loma neighbourhood. Register now.

Web: SouthHillOnMadison.com

Tao

by SigNature Communities

Boutique condos on Bayview in Richmond Hill.

Coming soon.

Web: TaoCondos.ca

Ten York

by Tridel

Rising above it all at York and Harbour.

Register now for your private oasis.

Web: TenYork-condos.com

Tux

by Great Gulf

Rising 40 storeys at King and Blue Jays Way. Take the next step – register now.

Web: GreatGulf.com/register

The Upper Canada Condominium

by State Building Group

Coming soon, affordable luxury at Avenue Rd. and Lonsdale. Register now.

Web: UpperCanadaCondo.com

Yonge & Rich

by Great Gulf

Live at the centre of it all at Yonge and Richmond. Register for a preview.

Web: YongeandRich.com

Yorkville Plaza

by Camrost Felcorp

Grand opening at this iconic address.

Offering the best things in life right outside your door.

Web: YorkvillePlaza.com

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Style File

How to make the most of a

small outdoor space You don’t need to have a huge yard, and you don’t have to be an

expert gardener to enjoy a green oasis. Even those with limited outdoor space, like condo dwellers, have the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. Here are some simple tips, courtesy of Home Hardware’s gardening expert Mark Cullen:

Create your ideal oasis The best way to maximize your small space is to determine how you would like to spend most of your time outdoors, whether that is entertaining, relaxing, or gardening.

Your answer will determine the layout and will help you prioritize which elements to incorporate.

Great features for small spaces include folding or stackable patio furniture to maximize the area, solar lighting for ambiance, and a trellis for natural privacy and a sound barrier.

Vertical gardening Vertical gardening is a great way to maximize space. Plant stands and hanging planters are useful for not only freeing up ground area, they also provide an eye-catching decorative element to your garden and minimize weeds. Planters can be used for vegetables and herbs – and if you would like an additional space-saving solution, take a look at the Mark’s Choice Hanging Tomato

Great features for small spaces include folding or stackable patio furniture to maximize the area, solar lighting for ambiance, and a trellis for natural privacy and a sound barrier Planter. It is true that 90 per cent of the success of plant health is the result of soil nutrition. It is therefore worthwhile to invest in a high-quality soil mix specially formulated for use in containers to maximize plant growth.

Water Plants that are not rooted directly in the ground and are exposed to direct sun and wind usually need water more often. Invest in the Self-Watering Patio Planter. Designed for growing plants in tight spaces, this planter will ensure your plants remain hydrated even when you are away. Another space-saving option that will help keep your garden healthy is the Mark’s Choice Self-Draining Clear Hose, which shrinks to a third of its width after use and is freeze proof and kink resistant.

More information is available online at homehardware.ca/gardening. NC

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IN THE NEWS

FREED DEVELOPMENTS HITS A HOME RUN WITH THE PEOPLE OF TORONTO Two Freed condos voted Best of the City’s Architecture at 2013 Pug Awards

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SIX50 King West Condominiums

Freed Developments has taken home two Pug Awards celebrating

Toronto’s architecture. The Pug Awards, an online competition created to recognize Toronto’s most notable residential and commercial developments, announced the winners in a ceremony held at the Shops of Summerhill recently. Freed received both the first and second place awards for the Best Residential Building of 2013. First place was awarded to 500 Wellington West, and second went to SIX50 King West Condominiums.

“This is a huge achievement for us,” says Peter Freed, president of Freed Developments. “It is an honour to be voted Best Residential Building by the citizens of Toronto, and to be able to contribute to the development of this beautiful city.”

Achieving these two awards is a testament to the hard work and dedication that goes into the architecture of Freed’s buildings, and is a validation of the builder’s emphasis on design. The Pug Awards are important to the building industry, giving developers the opportunity to receive feedback on the current state of Toronto’s condo boom.

The first place winner, 500 Wellington West, is a stunning architectural gem located in the heart of King West at Wellington and Portland. Designed

by Core Architects, the 10-storey luxury condo features a mix of glass, hardwood and concrete which come together to create a visually striking structure. The unique design of the building is evident in the cabana terraces built for the penthouse-sized loft suites.

Second place went to SIX50 King West Condominiums, aptly named “an urban oasis” for its tranquil yet elegantly modern design. Defining high style in trendy King West, SIX50 is another of Freed’s outstanding contemporary developments that allows Torontonians to truly enjoy the aesthetics of their living space.

Visit freeddevelopments.com for more information on these and other condo projects.

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mortgage matters

The fast lane to

mortgage freedom A low interest rate is often seen as the best way to save money on a

mortgage and the quickest route to becoming mortgage-free. But that’s only one part of an effective strategy. Don’t focus all your time and energy on rate comparisons. It is equally important to look for a mortgage with flexible terms, say specialists in this field.

The average Canadian homeowner will pay his or her mortgage off in 15 years, according to a recent RBC Home Ownership Poll. Less than half (42 per cent) of homeowners are taking advantage of options that allow them to shave years off their mortgage and save on interest costs.

Here are three tips to get you on your way to mortgage freedom:

1) Adopt a bi-weekly payment schedule

An accelerated bi-weekly payment is often the easiest adjustment that can help you save on mortgage interest – especially if you line it up with your paycheque. You end up making 24 bi-weekly payments a year versus 12 monthly payments resulting in interest cost savings as you pay down your principal faster.

2) Take advantage of prepayment privileges

A flexible mortgage may include features such as doubling up a payment or putting down a lump sum at the end of the year. These additional payments are applied directly to your mortgage principal and will reduce your amortization period. Consider putting a work bonus, tax refund or extra savings toward your mortgage balance.

An accelerated bi-weekly payment is often the easiest adjustment that can help you save on mortgage interest – especially if you line it up with your paycheque 3) Round up your payment

You can chip away at your mortgage without missing a beat by rounding-up your payment amount. Say your accelerated bi-weekly mortgage payment is $557. By rounding up your payment to $600 a month, you could put more than $1,000 per year extra toward principal and be mortgage-free faster. NC

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Construction on B.streets is going gangbusters and in only 9 short months, people will be walking through the front door and into their brand new home in the heart of the vibrant Annex. You could be one of them. Restaurants, transit, shops, bars, and cafés at your doorstep. The Annex is a hub of diversity and excitement. B.streets is over 85% sold, but there is still a selection of incredible suites and lane homes available. Come in today and snap one up.

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Construction heats up at B.STREETS Construction milestones make it so easy to picture life at Bathurst and Bloor

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t’s been a busy summer at Bathurst and Bloor, as Lindvest Properties’ B.streets continues to grow! The cladding goes up on BILD’s 2012 Project of the Year any day now, an exciting milestone that will really make B.streets look like its striking self. Another big milestone — topping-off! — is expected at the end of August, and the elegant Lane Homes at ground level along the eastern façade will be

up in September. Talk about making the most of the sunshine!

“These are among the most exciting times in the entire process,” says Lindvest Properties’ vice-president Michoel Klugmann. “For prospective residents, this is when B.streets really comes to life — it makes it so easy to picture actually living here. With some very desirable suites still available and current incentives that make the math make sense, it’s an ideal time to buy.”

For a limited time, qualified buyers can call B.streets “home” next spring with only 10 per cent down, plus three years of free maintenance!

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B.streets combines the talents of some of the most celebrated visionaries in the design world, with a contemporary exterior by Hariri Pontarini Architects and interiors by Cecconi Simone, two Toronto firms that are making an international mark Drop into the sales office to find out how.

B.streets combines the talents of some of the most celebrated visionaries in the design world, with a contemporary exterior by Hariri Pontarini Architects and interiors by Cecconi Simone, two Toronto firms that are making an international mark. This ninestorey, 195-unit building plays with contemporary light and dark cladding to create a thoroughly modern graphic exterior.

Intelligently laid-out suites range from 564-sq.-ft. onebedrooms, to one-bedrooms-withdens, two-bedrooms, and threebedroom suites laid out over 981 sq. ft., starting at $369,900, plus 12 two-storey penthouse lofts ranging from $629,900 to $900,900 for 1,043 to 1,233 sq. ft. Distinctive Lane Homes start at $739,900 for 1,267 sq. ft. All told, there’s a suite to suit every lifestyle.

B.streets offers everything urban buyers are looking for: an incredible location at one of Toronto’s most well-known and highly sought-after intersections surrounded by shops, restaurants, clubs, theatres, galleries and more, with access to the Bathurst subway station and streetcars just steps away. Building amenities include an internet lounge, exercise room,

patio, yoga and Pilates studio, party room with barbecue on the terrace, pet spa, theatre room and a hobby room. Euro-inspired interior finishes include smooth, nine-ft. ceilings, custom Cecconi Simone-designed kitchen cabinetry, quartz countertops in the kitchens and baths, and so much more — style and substance, all backed up by the impeccable reputation of Lindvest Properties, a real estate industry development leader with roots going back more than 50 years in the GTA. Come and visit this eclectic neighbourhood, and check out the amazing progress being made at B.streets this summer.

Then be sure to take a short walk through the gorgeous Annex community over to the presentation centre to find out exactly how attractive, limited-time incentives can help you be moved in by next spring! The presentation centre at 385 Madison Ave. (at Spadina and Dupont) is open from Monday to Wednesday, noon to 6 p.m.; Thursday and Friday by appointment; and weekends from noon to 5 p.m. Visit bstreetscondos.com or call 416.532.6636.

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More than 650 PEOPLE ATTEND LIVE CAMDEN: The neighbourhood ‘pop-up of all pop-ups’! brochure,” says Jeanhy Shim, president at Housing Lab Toronto.

Response by local area business owners to this innovative marketing concept was overwhelming, as 11 signed up immediately to be part of this unique event, including: La Merceria, Sanagan’s Meat Locker, Valdez, The Chickery, The Detox Market, Strivelife, Toronto Flower Market, Steamwhistle Brewery, Kops Records, Tequila Tromba and UrbanMODE. Vitamin Water signed up as the beverage partner, The Grid was the media partner, Candice & Alison Events Group provided event management for the two-day affair and UBER provided complimentary black car

What do you get when you combine three model suites,

11 neighbourhood “pop-ups,” and one surprise guest DJ? You get Live Camden – a one-of-a-kind open house event hosted by Sorbara Development Group and attended by more than 650 people on July 20 and 21 in their newly completed 32 Camden condominium!

The 32 Camden building is an intimate, 11-storey residence with just 87 suites, tucked away on a quiet side street in the heart of the city, near King and Spadina. In a downtown market dominated by skyscraper towers, small condominium buildings are a rare find today, and especially in such a prime location with all the conveniences of city living at your doorstep: 24-hour TTC service, Loblaw’s grocery store, offices, restaurants, cafés, shops and even a large park at the end of the street with an off-leash dog run!

“As our buyers tend to be end-users, we wanted potential homeowners at 32 Camden to truly feel what this neighbourhood is all about and understand why Camden St. is so special,” says Andrew Sorbara, director of design development at Sorbara Development Group. “Our neighbours and local shops and restaurants enable 32 Camden to be such a unique ‘one-stop choice’ when considering where to live.”

So instead of holding a traditional real estate open house, Jeanhy Shim of Housing Lab Toronto and prominent culture producer Marcello Cabezas co-created and conceived Live Camden – a neverbeen-done-before event concept that infused authentic neighbourhood life into the unsold suites on display by creating local “pop-up” experiences from area restaurants, cafés and shops right inside the building and available suites at 32 Camden!

“We felt the local neighbourhood is such a strong selling feature, that in addition to showing our building and model suites, we should try to give people a real snapshot of what living the Camden lifestyle is all about, rather than just telling them about it in a glossy

service to the event for guests! Toronto indie rock legend, Brendan Canning of Broken Social Scene, even made an appearance at Live Camden to spin some of his favourites as a special guest of Kops Records!

A Live Camden Neighbourhood Passport helped guests discover, taste, sip and experience their way through the various furnished model suites and local “pop-up” experiences at 32 Camden, and also contained special offers from the participating local businesses to be enjoyed after the event. One lucky purchaser of a new home at 32 Camden will also win a $2,000 tab to spend in the neighbourhood, courtesy of Sorbara and the participating local partners.

There are only a few suites remaining at 32 Camden for immediate move-ins, including one-bedroom, one-bedroom-plus-den and three-bedroom suites priced from the mid-$300’s, including a storage locker and AutoShare membership! Visit online at thirtytwocamden.com, @32Camden to stay informed.

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// by Michael Collins-Williams

etobicoke

Michael Collins-Williams is a registered professional planner and is the director of policy at the Ontario Home Builders’ Association

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he former City of Etobicoke, nestled into the highly sought after west end of Toronto, is undergoing an exciting transformation as many older neighbourhoods are being revitalized while new communities are simultaneously emerging on the waterfront. Etobicoke has always been one of the city’s premier places to live, work and play with fabulous restaurants, great schools, abundant parkland and easy access to both transit and highways. New-home builders are offering an everincreasing amount of new opportunities and choices in a variety of housing types and

Intensification Housing Tour

communities for potential future residents to make Etobicoke their home.

The revitalization of the former motel strip along Humber Bay partnered with renewed investment in waterfront parkland and the clean-up of old industrial brownfield sites are all contributing to the creation of vibrant new communities in Etobicoke. There is also a renewed interest with investment flowing into older established communities around the Old Mill in the historic Kingsway neighbourhood as well as the Humbertown community that will provide opportunities for new home buyers to choose either a newly emerging community or an older established neighbourhood to call “home” in Etobicoke. There is a collection of newly planned luxury condo towers and more intimately planned lowrise stacked townhome sites that will breathe more life into the many burgeoning communities that encompass Etobicoke.

Each unique new-housing project offers a wide range of lifestyle options and were the focus of a recent Intensification Housing Tour organized by the Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA). Hosted by Cedar Point Real Estate Corp. president and chair of OHBA’s Sales and Marketing Committee, Richard Luciani, the housing tour visited two condo projects and two stacked townhouse projects that each represent a significant investment in the future of Etobicoke. As the tour got underway, Luciani noted that “Some areas in Etobicoke have seen a strong resurgence and regeneration in the past decade.

Long-time residents have always known and newer residents have discovered the great lifestyle and conveniences in Mimico, Long Branch, Alderwood, Thompson Orchard and Islington Village neighbourhoods, to name a few.”

The housing tour kicked off with a visit to Minto’s beautiful and intimate collection of two- and three-bedroom South Shore stacked townhomes in the historic Mimico neighbourhood. Minto’s sales manager, Jessica Robinson,

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Housing tour host and Cedar Point Real Estate Corp. president Richard Luciani with tour sponsor Ben Myers, senior vice-president, Fortress Real Developments

welcomed tour participants and the Minto team discussed the distinctive stacked townhouse design, that is already well into the construction phase located at Carnation and 24th St. The second stop on our journey was Canada’s soon-tobe tallest waterfront community, Eau Du Soleil by Empire Communities. Paul Golini, executive vice-president of the firm, discussed the distinctive sweeping forms of the towers designed by the Zeidler Partnership and E.I. Richmond Architects, and the new parkland which will be created as a result of the project that will soon become an iconic modern symbol replacing the former run-down motel strip at Humber Bay Shores. The 64-storey tower and its 45-storey companion tower will encompass not only the residential suites, but also a selection of streetlevel restaurant and patio spaces as well as an innovative rooftop garden concept on the tower podiums imported from New York City.

Following a delicious lunch, the tour next visited IQ

by Remington Homes. Rick Tripodi, vice-president of the High-Rise Division for Remington Homes, discussed the planning process the builder underwent to bring the first four towers to the market with two nearing completion and the two most recently launched Park Towers at IQ still having a selection of suites available that will front onto a beautiful new park designed by Janet Rosenberg & Associates. The Intensification Tour participants even received a sneak peek of what Remington Homes has planned as an iconic final phase which is sure to be a show-stopper once it is completed in a few years’ time.

At the final site of the tour, Sheldon Ankin from Fernbrook Homes welcomed everyone to the W&E stacked townhomes by Fernbrook Homes and Cityzen Development located at the corner of Widdicombe and Eglinton Ave. W. Future residents will live in a fantastic location with great access to transit and both Hwys. 427 and 401, along with a selection of nearby parkland. Large floor-to-ceiling windows will fill the homes with light, and spacious balconies offer the perfect outdoor space to sit back and enjoy. The stacked townhouse concept is fairly new in Ontario and affords a variety of suite configurations to suit different residents’ needs.

The Intensification Housing Tour was a fantastic

glimpse at the tremendous amount of investment and intensification taking place in different communities throughout Etobicoke. Luciani remarked, “There are plenty of housing options that appeal to every buyer.

There are numerous condominiums along the waterfront, the Queensway, 427 corridor, Islington Village and other neighbourhoods with prices ranging from the mid-$200’s to the millions. Quiet residential communities offer townhomes, semis and single-family housing from the $300’s to several million. Among the choices are neighbourhoods such The Kingsway, Princess Anne Manor, Thorncrest Village, Royal York Gardens, Mimico and Sunnylea.”

With all the restaurants, bars, mature trees on quiet neighbourhood streets, and abundant parkland that are already major draws for the area, it is clear that the additional investments to come will only serve to make Etobicoke an even better place to call “home!”

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previews & registrations West Tower

by The Daniels Corp.

Coming soon: The dawn of a new landmark community in Erin Mills.

Web: DanielsErinMills.com

A master-planned urban community in Richmond Hill.

Web: SkyCityCondos.com

Centro Square

by Liberty Development

Upper Village Markham

by Greenpark

A master-planned community in the heart of Woodbridge. Register now for Phase 2.

Web: CentroSquare.ca

The Clairington

by Castleridge Homes

Active adult living in a park-side condominium in Brampton.

Web: TheClairingtonCondos.com

905 Builders: If you would like to include your preview registration, new release or site opening in this feature, just email the details to Lydia.McNutt@wall2wallmedia.com

Skycity Condominiums

by Pemberton Group

Courtyards of Maple

by Marino/Intercity/TriAxis

European-inspired condos coming soon to Maple. Register now to stay informed.

Web: CourtyardsOfMaple.com

Downtown Erin Mills

by Pemberton Group

Coming soon to Erin Mills: condo living with a downtown vibe. Register now.

Web: DowntownErinMills.com

Fairground Lofts

by Wycliffe Homes

Urban lofts are coming to Woodbridge Village.

Register now for preview.

Web: FairgroundLofts.ca

Grand Palace

by Guizzetti Corp.

Register now for the timeless art of living!

Now under construction.

Web: GrandPalace.ca

Park City Condominiums

By Tobyn Park Homes

Currently in pre-construction at Walkers Line and Upper Middle Road in Burlington.

Register now.

Web: ParkCityLiving.ca

Pinnacle Uptown

by Pinnacle International

Construction has started on Mississauga’s live-work-play community. Register today.

Web: PinnacleUptown.com

Now registering, UV2 – the North Tower.

South Tower is already 90 per cent sold and under construction.

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Windows on the Green

by Vandyk Communities

A beautiful selection of condos coming soon to Mississauga on Erin Mills Parkway.

Web: WindowsOnTheGreen.ca

Legacy Park

by Liberty Development

Register now for the grand finale at Thornhill City Centre – iconic architecture, urban suite designs and fabulous park views.

Web: LegacyParkCondos.com

new releases & grand openings Allegra

by Nova Trimax

Affordable luxury, steps from the Village of Woodbridge. Construction started on Phase 1.

Web: AllegraCondos.com

Garden Court Condos

by Monarch

Now open in Markham. Visit the Experience Centre at 10350 Woodbine Ave. Web: MonarchGroup.net

PSV2 & Parkside Village Townhomes

by Amacon Developments

Offering the convenience of downtown living with the tranquility of a suburban context.

Grand opening.

Web: LifeAtParkside.com

Rain Condominiums

by Empire Communities

Coming soon to Oakville – the South Tower at Rain Condominiums. Register now.

Web: RainCondos.com

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Your complete source for condos, lofts and townhomes in the 905 region

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Pinnacle Uptown, Crystal 2

905-568-9000

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from $255,000

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Rain Condominiums

raincondos.com

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from $260,000

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Miracle in Mississauga

905-603-6300

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FirstHome™ Long Valley Phase Two

905-814-0123

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from $279,000

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Tuscany Gates

905-501-9557

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from $340,000

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Mirage

905-232-2400

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from $250,000

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905-273-9333

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Widesuites

905-897-8536

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Absolute Vision

905-803-0556

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from $188,000

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Absolute Vision

905-803-0556

from $188,000

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The Residences at Parkside Village

lifeatparkside.com

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Renaissance in Olde Brampton

905-454-7222

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Renaissance in Olde Brampton

905-454-7222

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from $215,000

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Rosedale Village Golf & Country Club

905-799-5000

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from $190,000

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Windows on the Green

905-822-3333

from $270,000

17M

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Downtown Erin Mills Condominiums PembertonGroup.com

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from $320,000

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18 Retirement Lifestyle Communities

Palisades on the Glen

905-820-8210

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from $290,000

17M

19 United Lands

Stonebrook II

905-822-8858

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Panoramic Point at Brewery Bay

27 Inzola Group

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1-866-611-5525

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from $264,000

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Park Place

905-451-7001

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from $310,000

14G

30 Pinnacle International

Pinnacle Grand Park

905-276-3981

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from $250,000

20L

30 Pinnacle International

Pinnacle Grand Park 2

905-276-3981

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from $250,000

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31 Pemberton Group

Bluwater Condos

416-987-8800

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from $350,000

17T

32 Armour Heights Developments

River’s Edge

905-533-2400

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from $285,000

14A

35 Ashley Oaks Group

Emporium at Joshua Creek

905-618-0660

from $200,000

17P

36 Mady Development

Market Town Condominiums

705-719-1222

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from $144,000

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38 Tridel Corporation

Metrogate - Ventus 2

416-293-5535

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from $302,000

19J

38 Tridel Corporation

Ventus at Metrogate

416-293-5535

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from $344,000

19J

39 The Daniels Corporation

Limelight Condominiums

905-306-6996

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from $200,000

21L

46 Mattamy Homes

The Mount Pleasant Village

mattamyhomes.com

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from $200,000

20M

47 The Daniels Corporation

Daniels Erin Mills

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17M

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from $250,000

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32 Liberty Development Corp.

Royal Gardens

905-889-9997

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Grand Palace

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from $720,000

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905-709-3352

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from $410,000

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905-489-9964

WaterGarden

416-915-3800

Catalia Development

Summer Palace

Amicorp

Terraces on the Park

10 Great Lands Corp.

The Beverly Hills Resort Residences

905-882-6636

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Courtyards of Maple

416-798-7070

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from $390,000

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Bellaria Residences

905-417-8482

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from $240,000

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22 Quadra Mgt. & Sceptre Devs.

Renaissance Court at Woodbridge Gates

905-851-4220

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from $230,000

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22 Wycliffe Homes

Fairground Lofts

905-605-5900

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from $287,000

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24 Liberty Development Corp.

The Fountains

905-731-8302

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from $272,000

10F

26 Rice Development

Ambria

905-796-3630

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from $340,000

3F

28 Chestnut Hill Homes

San Francisco by the Bay

905-831-3631

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from $180,000

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31 Pemberton Group

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from $249,000

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905-597-6868

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from $250,000

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905-265-8739

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from $210,000

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905-709-5700

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from $280,000

12F

31 Pemberton Group

Sky City

905-709-5700

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from $320,000

12F

31 Pemberton Group

Sky City 2

905-709-5700

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from $320,000

12F

32 Signature Communities

TAO Boutique Condos

905-597-2535

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from $200,000

14F

34 Sierra Homes

68 Main Street

905-305-0822

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from $250,000

22F

35 Remington Group

Nexus North Condominium Residences

905-948-9900

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from $200,000

17F

40 Nova Trimax

Allegra

905-850-6866

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from $250,000

1F

Vista Parc Condominiums

905-850-8883

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42 Greenpark Homes

The Upper Village

905-554-6501

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44 Liberty Development Corp.

Centro Square Condos

905-851-8877

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45 Kylemore Communities

The 6th Angus Glen

905-887-9950

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41 Quadcam Development Group Inc

*TH: Townhomes, C: Condo

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IN THE NEWS

A new chapter in the transformation of downtown Ajax begins with

Grand Harwood Place unveiling Ajax Council and Windcorp Grand Harwood Place Ltd. have

unveiled a new $118.7-million urban-inspired development, called Grand Harwood Place.

Along with Medallion’s Vision at Pat Bayly Square, this transformative development is another important step in achieving the Town’s vision of a thriving, prosperous and livable downtown core.

The new development will introduce a distinct urban presence along Harwood Ave. at the Ajax Plaza. The proposed development will feature a mix of uses, including high-quality residential, office, retail, public transit, cycling and pedestrian amenities.

In addition to meeting the vision for the new downtown area, the development will bring significant financial benefits and spin-offs to the Town during and after construction.

“The revitalization of the Ajax Plaza has long been a priority of numerous Ajax Councils,” says Ajax Mayor Steve Parish. “The plaza was once the commercial heart of Ajax and was a symbol of prosperity when the Town was founded. Grand Harwood Place will act as a catalyst for change, restoring economic growth and establishing a welcoming and vibrant environment once again in the centre of downtown Ajax. We look forward to working with the community and our partners to make this development a reality.”

The agreement is subject to conditions that will need to be met, including site plan approval and residential sales.

“I’ve been captivated by this site for nearly a decade,” says Laura Starr of Windcorp Developments Ltd. “The dynamic and mixed-use development of Grand Harwood Place with its residential, retail and office components, including the first new-build condominiums here in two decades, is exactly the right fit for this neighbourhood and will be appreciated by all residents of Ajax.

“Its strategic position at the heart of the Ajax Community Improvement Program lends our development task special significance and we look forward to exceeding expectations. Landmark architecture, superior quality and our devotion to helping make the new downtown Ajax an aspirational standard for every other community in the GTA will be the Windcorp legacy.”

Visit thenewdowntownajax.com to learn more about the Downtown Ajax vision and projects. For project time lines, renderings and building details, condo sales information and commercial/office space leasing, visit grandharwoodplace.com.

information at a glance » The proposed development will feature two, 10-storey buildings with eight storeys of condo suites and 268 units, 30,000 sq. ft. of ground-level retail space, a minimum 25,000 sq. ft. of office space, private underground and decked parking, and a number of sustainable building elements. » The development will create more than 200 jobs and population is expected to be 800 people. » Total construction costs for the project are estimated at $118.7 million, generating approximately $60.7 million in labour income and 1,100 person years of employment. » Once complete, the Town is expected to net approximately $1.7 million in property tax revenue in the first 10 years. After this period, Ajax is expected to net $660,000 per year. » In total, the Region, Town and school boards could expect to collect $35 million in property tax revenue from the development in the first 20 years. In comparison, the revenue over this same period without the proposed development would only be $4.5 million. » If all conditions are met, construction could commence in a one- to two-year time frame.

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STYLE FILE

THE HUMBLE CHAIR // BY LAURA STEIN EACH AND EVERY DAY, ALL OVER THE WORLD, millions upon millions of people do the same thing they have been doing for thousands of years: park their posteriors in a chair. Chairs have graced the earth since ancient times and are a ubiquitous part of our physical and social landscape. But have you ever thought of a chair as a fashion accessory? A museumworthy masterpiece? A commentary on socio-political values? For every chair in which someone has sat, there has been someone else who spent hours hunched over a worktable drafting and designing.

While some chairs have been fairly forgettable, other designs have been so forward-thinking and revolutionary that they changed the course of furniture design as a whole, and influenced an entire era. Today these chairs are considered classics and cultural icons, and can be found everywhere from your local café to the Museum of Modern Art.

Red-and-Blue Chair, designed by Gerrit Reitveld, 1918, The Netherlands Gerrit Reitveld is considered one of the most influential furniture designers of the 20th Century. A member of Dutch artistic movement De Stijl (“The Style”), Reitveld was interested in the most abstract expression of design, breaking it down to its simplest, purest form of shape and colour. Made of pine and plywood, this chair is often referred to as a three-dimensional version of a Mondrian painting, and is part of the permanent collection at The Museum of Modern Art.

Louis Ghost Chair, Philippe Starck, 2002, Paris Modeled on the classic Louis XV oval-back chair, this chair was introduced by Kartell in 2002 and soon became a classic in its own right. Formed from a single piece of injection-molded transparent polycarbonate, it is strong and suited for indoor or outdoor use.

Available at Design Within Reach, dwr.com, Inform Interiors, informinteriors.com and other licensed Kartell retailers across Canada

Morris Chair, designed by Gustav Stickley, circa 1901, Syracuse, NY Influenced by legendary English designer William Morris, this chair is an iconic example of the American Arts and Crafts movement of the early 20th Century.

Made of unadorned quarter-sawn oak, it is one of the earliest reclining chairs, with a tilting back that adjusts through a series of pegs. Early Stickley originals sell at auction for tens of thousands, and the designs are still in production by Stickley today. stickley.com. Sold in Toronto at Manderly Manor, manderleymanor.com

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Barcelona Chair, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, 1929, Berlin Originally designed for the German Pavillion at the 1929 International Exposition in Barcelona, this chair is one of the most recognizable of the modern period.

Made of chrome-plated steel and button-tufted leather, the chair has been produced by Knoll since 1953. To tell an original from a knock-off, look for Mies van der Rohe’s signature stamped on the inside of the frame.

Available at Design Within Reach, dwr.com, Inform Interiors, informinteriors.com and other licensed Knoll retailers across Canada

Chair No. 14, designed

by Michael Thonet, 1859, Vienna

This bentwood chair is considered to be one of the most successful product designs of all time. Thonet developed a process of steaming wood until it was pliable, then manipulating it into shape. Because a single piece of wood could be bent into almost any configuration, no joinery and far fewer pieces of wood were required to create the furniture. Simple screws held the pieces together, which could be flat-packed for shipping and assembled on-site…long before IKEA came around. An updated version of this chair is still in production today, and is still one of the most popular chair designs ever. toncanada.com

Lounge Chair 670, designed

by Charles and Ray Eames, 1956, Los Angeles

Husband and wife team Charles and Ray Eames produced furniture for the masses made from newly available products such as plastic, molded plywood and fiberglass. An icon of mid-century modern design, this chair was created for comfort. Although the chair’s design has evolved slightly over time, it has been in constant production by Herman Miller since its inception in 1956.

Available at Design Within Reach, dwr.com, Inform Interiors, informinteriors.com and other licensed Herman Miller retailers across Canada

LAURA STEIN Laura Stein Interiors is a Toronto-based firm specializing in custom interior decorating and design for residential clients. Dedicated to creating exceptional, distinctive, and uniquely personal interiors for her clients, Laura’s focus is on fresh, lifestyle-based design infused with comfort and understated luxury. Laura has won considerable acclaim for her personalized design style, her insights on cutting-edge trends, and her customized furnishings. Her work has been nationally recognized with multiple industry awards, including the 2011 Consumer Choice Award for Best Interior Decorator in the city of Toronto and the 2013 Best of Houzz Award. Laura has appeared on HGTV and is frequently featured as an industry expert on television as well as newspapers, magazines and websites across Canada and the U.S. Visit laurasteininteriors.com for additional information.

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hot dates

Aug/sep 2013

Calendar of events taking place from August 10 – September 7

highlights

aug 16 – sep 2

Canadian National Exhibition

aug 22 – 25

Scotiabank Buskerfest

aug 30 – sep 2

Hot & Spicy Food Festival

Aug 16 – Sep 2

Aug 22 – 25

Canadian National Exhibition

Scotiabank Buskerfest

CNE Grounds, 210 Princes’ Blvd.

Downtown Yonge Neighbourhood

Be sure to visit one of North America’s largest fairs this summer. The Canadian National Exhibition offers 18 days of fun, food, rides, games, casino, shopping, shows, stunts, street performers, acrobatics, animals, and much more. For the airplane enthusiasts, check out the 64th annual Canadian International Air Show which runs August 31, September 1 and 2. There’s something here for everyone. General admission is $16 • seniors & kids are $12 • children 4 & under are free • family pass is $48. Visit the website for additional information. theex.com

Spontaneous, colourful and bursting with energy, this annual event is Ontario’s largest street performers’ festival featuring more than a hundred sketch artists, artisans, musicians and entertainers of all kind from around the world. Take a stroll along Yonge St., all the way from Queen to Gerrard, and surrounding areas to see them in action over four days and nights. More than a million people attended last year, so don’t miss out this year!

Admission is by voluntary donation in support of Epilepsy Toronto. torontobuskerfest.com

sep 6 – 8

Canada’s Bridal Show

Aug 30 – Sep 2

September 6 – 8

Hot & Spicy Food Festival

Canada’s Bridal Show

Harbourfront Centre 235 Queens Quay West

Metro Toronto Convention Centre 255 Front St. W.

Things are heating up at Harbourfront with this fiery palette of hot and spicy food, music, dance and the Iron Chef Competition. Sample, savour and sweat at this hotter than hot summertime event by the Toronto waterfront. For more information, visit the website. harbourfrontcentre.com/summer/hotandspicy/

Say “I do” to the biggest bridal show! Meet bridal expert and star of TLC’s Say Yes To The Dress Randy Fenoli, appearing live Sept. 7 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

This is your one-stop shop for all things wedding, from attire and transportation, to venue, décor, entertainment, and everything in between. Visit the website for details. canadasbridalshow.com

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03 Take the total price of the condo and subtract the amount of money you expect to make as a down payment.

This is the money you will have to borrow.

04 Refer to the chart on the opposite page. Look down the left column and locate the interest rate you expect to pay. Line this up with the amortization period of your choice. (Most first-time buyers take the 25-year amortization.)

05 Multiply this figure by the amount you need to borrow.

Divide by 1,000.

06 Add to this your estimated monthly heating costs and monthly property taxes.

07 If this figure is equal to or less than one-third of your gross monthly income (calculated in Step 2), you’ll qualify for a mortgage on your dream condo.

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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Amortization Periods

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15 years

20 years

25 years

30 Years

3.00%

9.65

6.90

5.54

4.73

4.21

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9.76

7.02

5.66

4.86

4.34

3.50%

9.88

7.14

5.79

4.99

4.48

3.75%

9.99

7.26

5.91

5.13

4.61

4.00%

10.11

7.38

6.04

5.26

4.76

4.25%

10.23

7.50

6.17

5.40

4.90

4.50%

10.34

7.63

6.30

5.53

5.04

4.75%

10.46

7.75

6.44

5.67

5.19

5.00%

10.58

7.88

6.57

5.82

5.34

5.25%

10.70

8.01

6.74

5.96

5.49

5.50%

10.82

8.14

6.85

6.10

5.64

5.75%

10.94

8.27

6.98

6.25

5.79

6.00%

11.07

8.40

7.12

6.40

5.95

6.25%

11.19

8.53

7.26

6.55

6.11

6.50%

11.31

8.66

7.41

6.70

6.26

6.75%

11.43

8.80

7.55

6.85

6.42

7.00%

11.56

8.93

7.69

7.00

6.59

7.25%

11.68

9.07

7.84

7.16

6.75

7.50%

11.81

9.21

7.99

7.32

6.91

7.75%

11.94

9.34

8.14

7.47

7.08

8.00%

12.06

9.48

8.28

7.63

7.25

8.25%

12.19

9.62

8.44

7.79

7.42

8.50%

12.32

9.76

8.59

7.95

7.59

8.75%

12.45

9.90

8.74

8.12

7.76

9.00%

12.58

10.05

8.86

8.28

7.93

9.25%

12.71

10.19

9.05

8.45

8.10

9.50%

12.84

10.33

9.20

8.62

8.28

9.75%

12.97

10.48

9.36

8.78

8.45

10.00%

13.10

10.63

9.52

8.95

8.63

10.25%

13.24

10.77

9.68

9.12

8.80

10.50%

13.37

10.92

9.84

9.29

8.98

10.75%

13.50

11.06

10.00

9.46

9.16

11.00%

13.64

11.22

10.16

9.63

9.34

11.25%

13.77

11.36

10.32

9.80

9.52

11.50%

13.91

11.52

10.49

9.97

9.70

11.75%

14.04

11.66

10.65

10.15

9.88

12.00%

14.18

11.82

10.81

10.32

10.06

12.25%

14.32

11.97

10.98

10.49

10.25

12.50%

14.46

12.13

11.15

10.67

10.43

12.75%

14.59

12.28

11.31

10.85

10.61

This table shows the monthly payment of principal and interest for each $1,000 of mortgage. Example: The monthly principal and interest payment for a $125,000 mortgage with a 25-year amortization period at 5% is as follows: ($125,000 รท 1,000) X 5.82 = $727.50 Aug 10 - sep 7, 2013 new Condo Guide 123

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BC

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