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Change is in the air. The autumn palette has gifted us with the vibrant reds, delicious oranges and brilliant yellows that take our breath away. Ensure to take a moment out of your day to enjoy these natural riches found in this beautiful country we call home. Along with the changing season, the fall real estate market has sparked some interesting conversation amongst buyers and sellers. The 2017 market has experienced significant changes over the course of the year beginning with the introduction of the 15% surtax in both Ontario and B.C. The 15% surtax has been successful in slowing down market activity but has not been able to totally eliminate bidding wars or regulate pricing in high traffic urban areas. The increase aimed at foreign nationals has given the market temporary pause but has not succeeded in slowing the market activity for very long.
The Bank of Canada has also had an impact on real estate activity when it comes to leading rates. Current variable mortgage holders have seen an increase in their interest rate in recent months resulting in uncertainty for the future. The lending has also slowed with the qualifying rate being raised to 2% over the posted rate bringing the qualifying rate to just under 5%. The qualifying rate, meant to function as a financial stress test against increasing interest rates, is too big of a hurdle for some buyers to overcome. Despite these challenges and slowdowns, the market continues to operate at an impressive rate. Looking ahead to 2018 we look forward to seeing what opportunities the new year will bring. Wishing you a very happy, healthy holiday season and Merry Christmas.
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ISSUE 027 WINTER 2017/2018 The Invidiata Magazine Inc. PUBLISHER Preferred Publishing SENIOR EDITORS Christopher Invidiata Lauren Lowe EDITORS Rimsha Ali Elizabeth Deanovic Tammy Leigh Laura Papple Charity Sendico CREATIVE DIRECTOR Cathryn Haynes ART DIRECTORS Caleb Invidiata Kelsey Kennerell Chris Lowe PHOTOGRAPHERS Chris Bacik David Chang Caleb Invidiata Sam Michaud Nikki Nyce Lauren Shaw Nav Sohi ADVERTISING SALES Lauren Lowe GRAPHIC DESIGNERS Jennifer Douglas SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR Lindsey Jenkins CONTRIBUTORS Christopher Invidiata Tara MacIntosh Mike Spry FOR ADVERTISING INQUIRIES please contact Lauren Lowe at 289.337.0765 or email lauren@preferredpublishing.ca www.preferredpublishing.ca www.preferredcollection.ca
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206-3500 LAKESHORE ROAD Bronte | Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & **Ping Shu
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275 PLAINS ROAD WEST Aldershot | Burlington *Christopher Invidiata & *David Bakowsky
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33 HARRISON AVENUE Port Credit | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata & **Donna Gray
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35 HARRISON AVENUE Port Credit | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata & **Donna Gray
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174 TAWNY CRESCENT Bronte | Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, *Christina Clavero & *Carlos Clavero
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SOLD 31 HOLYROOD AVENUE South West | Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, *Lorne Howell & *Jane Chandler
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2288 TESLA CRESCENT Joshua Creek | Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Pamela Gottschalk
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242 REYNOLDS STREET Old Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, *Aimee Kain & *Kirsten Leggat
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FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT’S FALLINGWATER, A PERFECT MERGING OF ART AND NATURE, was designed in 1935 and has been labelled the best all-time work of American architecture.
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The ability to bring a dream home to life, first on paper and then as a living breathing part of the landscape, is what defines greatness in the world of Architecture and Architectural design. A master at his craft, Architect Frank Lloyd Wright exemplified this philosophy with his world famous organic architecture. Wright’s Fallingwater, a perfect merging of art and nature, was designed in 1935 and has been labelled the best all-time work of American architecture. Fallingwater, located in Pennsylvania, continues to astound and awe to this day.
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The journey to greatness often starts from humble beginnings and is paved with hard work, dedication and a passion for creating masterpieces that were first born in the imagination. Such is the case for multi-award winning Architect Bill Hicks who was encouraged to study Architecture by his supportive wife. At the University of Waterloo, he was inspired by fellow students who were studying Architecture and decided to make the switch from Biomedical Engineering in his second year. As he began his studies he recalls a professor expressing his passion for the profession by saying, “You don’t work in this field from 9-5. You live it every day and it is with you everywhere you go. If you aren’t prepared to do that, then Architecture isn’t for you.” Hicks agrees, “You have to love what you do to be in this profession, and to be successful – you have to love it every day.”
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CLIENTS COME TO AN ARCHITECT, or an Architectural Designer, with their dream in one hand and immense passion for seeing their dream home come to life in the other.
“You have to love what you do to be in this profession, and to be successful – you have to love it every day.” – BILL HICKS
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The heart of any project is the client and the client’s vision. Clients come to an Architect, or an Architectural Designer, with their dream in one hand and immense passion for seeing their dream home come to life in the other. Hicks divulges that his secret to success is, “My ability to really listen to my clients and to hear what it is they want from me. I play many roles through the duration of a project, such as business manager, project manager, legal advisor and even psychologist but the most important role is being an active listener. Delivering what the client wants is imperative to the success of the project, and the relationship.”
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A graduate of Mohawk College, celebrated local Architectural Designer David Carrothers knew he wanted to design homes from the time he was a young boy. Growing up in Winnipeg he witnessed the construction of his local Church and became enamoured with the way the Architect orchestrated the entire project. Through that experience, he knew he wanted to work in this exciting profession. Before starting his own company he worked for a large local builder. He spent 8 years gaining invaluable experience in all aspects of the business. When he started his own company, he grew slowly, starting with very small projects and eventually began taking on large residential and corporate clients. Similar to one of his greatest influencers, Frank Lloyd Wright, Carrothers aims to build homes that are in harmony with the site they sit on. He remarks, “My favourite part of the job is sitting down with my clients and seeing their faces light up when I reveal to them how we will bring their dream home to life. Watching my clients fall in love with something that I have created out of thin air, is magical.�
SIMILAR TO ONE OF HIS GREATEST INFLUENCERS, FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT, Carrothers aims to build homes that are in harmony with the site they sit on.
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Creating a dream home from someone’s imagination isn’t without its challenges. The biggest challenge in architectural design is managing client expectations, market demands and any approvals required that conflict with city bylaws. Carrothers remarks, “It is a delicate balance between city bylaws, market needs and client requests. Making it all work within a budget, and on schedule, is the most challenging part of the job.” Hicks echoes this sentiment, “The approval process can involve multiple layers of approvals in various departments. In essence, the approval process can stifle the creativity of a project.
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“My favourite part of the job is sitting down with my clients and seeing their faces light up when I reveal to them how we will bring their dream home to life.” – DAVID CARROTHERS
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A DESIRE TO ACHIEVE GREATNESS IS NOT A PATH YOU CHOOSE, IT IS A PATH THAT CHOOSES YOU when an unbelievable sense of passion drives everything you do.
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To really stand out in this business you have to anticipate market needs, and be able to deliver on those needs regardless of the presenting challenges.” Changes in the industry are happening fast. The level of service provided is vital to both longevity and level of success you are able to achieve. In the future, to become a top Architect will require the ability to manage many aspects of the business such as finance, law, interior design and project management. Assisting clients through all stages of the process will be the differentiating factor between those who make it and those who don’t. There are also many advances when it comes to technology. Currently, the most significant advancement is the introduction of 3D models and printers. Having the ability to show your client a 3D model is rapidly becoming the expectation.
The secret to success of this magnitude is
simple – love what you do and to keep
A desire to achieve greatness is not a path you choose, it is a path that chooses you when an unbelievable sense of passion drives everything you do. Frank Lloyd Wright created his legacy with memorable homes and buildings from the beginning of his career to his final project, the incredible Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York City. The legacy of Carrothers and Hicks is deeply routed in their dedication to their communities and creating inspiring structures that enhance modern life. The secret to success of this magnitude is simple – love what you do and to keep moving forward.
moving forward.
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1279 LAKESHORE ROAD WEST West Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, **Ping Shu & *Mariola Broder
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1832 CHESBRO COURT Sheridan | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata & ** Ping Shu
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4274 HIGHWAY 56 Binbrook | Hamilton *Christopher Invidiata & *David Bakowsky
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7610 TREMAINE ROAD Rural Nelson | Milton *Christopher Invidiata, *Pamela Gottschalk & *Manal Boutros
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5043 MOUNT NEMO CRESENT North Burlington *Christopher Invidiata & *David Bakowsky
$3,199,000 WebID: 3302
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24 BARKER STREET Victoria Park | Paris *Christopher Invidiata & *David Bakowsky
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250 PINETREE WAY Mineola | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata & ** Donna Gray
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1196 LINBROOK ROAD Morrison | Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, *Marija Kolesar & *Shae Invidiata
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367 MAPLE GROVE DRIVE Ford | Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Pamela Gottschalk
6570 TWISS ROAD Kilbride | Burlington *Christopher Invidiata, *Aimee Kain & *Kirsten Leggat
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2025 MISSISSAUGA ROAD Sheridan | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata & **Donna Gray
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63 MILL STREET SOUTH Waterdown *Christopher Invidiata, *Aimee Kain & *Kirsten Leggat
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The sound of the tranquil waves fill the air and as you sip morning coffee, and take note of a calmness that hangs in the air.
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an elevated terrace - perfect for basking in summer rays or watching the first snowfall
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When our children are born, we just pray for them to be healthy. And then the real work starts. We truly live in a globalized reality, and preparing our children for that reality is an intensive and involved activity. Nearly as soon as we’ve introduced them to their cribs, we begin to weigh the options of what happens when they leave that crib, when they enter the world, when they begin to morph into people who will one day make similar decisions about their children. Our responsibility to provide them with the foundation and opportunity to excel has never been more present, and more vast, than it is today. Choosing a school for your son or daughter is, at best, a daunting task. While options seem infinite, they really are not. Only a select group of institutions have the resources and environment to usher your children into the challenges of the 21st century. In Southern Ontario, we have the luxury of fine, world-class establishments to choose from, each with its own specifically tailored doctrine and pedagogy.
Whether your interest is in the single-gender exclusivity of the all-boys Linbrook School or the all-girls Buffalo Seminary and St. Mildred’s-Lightbourn School; the global aspirations and contemporary offerings of Blyth Academy; the refined history and tradition of Appleby College; the forward-thinking and preparation of MacLachlan College; or the unique philosophy of Dearcroft Montessori School, each school has crafted and established an ideology and pedagogy perfectly suited to each individual child. BY MIKE SPRY
Just as each child is unique, so too is each educational avenue. Here is a guide to help you navigate the disparate seas of private schools, the first step in the rest of your son or daughter’s lives. While classes may start tomorrow, your child’s future begins today.
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Appleby College CO-EDUCATIONAL | GRADES 7 TO 12 Oakville, ON | www.appleby.on.ca Our world has changed dramatically over the past quarter century. These changes not only affect the way we think, but more importantly, the way we interact – increasing the level of interdependence between people, cultures and nations. Providing today’s students with the knowledge and skills necessary to embrace these challenges and opportunities is at the core of Appleby College’s educational experience. One of Canada’s preeminent independent schools, Appleby is recognized for its innovative and global outlook on education. Today, it provides girls and boys from Canada and 47 other countries the opportunity to gain insights and understanding of each other and their world. Founded in 1911, Appleby continues to embrace the vision of its founders, “to produce among its youngsters, potential leaders for the nation and the world.” No other school – independent or public – 60 | PRIVATE SCHOOL GUIDE 2017/2018
embraces the challenges of this international actuality more than Appleby. The foundation of Appleby’s educational experience is the integration of classroom teachings with out-of-class academic experiences, local and international service, and residential and global intercultural learning. “At Appleby, we believe our students learn as much outside of the classroom as they do in it. Providing our students with the opportunities to apply classroom teaching to real world experiences – at our Northern Campus on Lake Temagami or through international programmes, is a critical element of our educational experience,” shares Fraser Grant, Assistant Head of School, Academics.
At Appleby, global thinking fosters an advanced education, and inspires students to embrace their role as global citizens. Within the construct of international realities, Appleby recognizes the importance of community – both local and abroad. With an average class size ratio of 16-to-1, 760 students, mandatory grade 12 boarding, 7,400 alumni worldwide, and membership in the G20, Round Square, World Leading Schools Association and the Canadian Association of Independent Schools, plus community outreach and international service projects, Appleby promotes a community of students and responsibility. It is, in every way, a 21st century model for your child’s education.
class notes Long tradition of nurturing global awareness and leadership in its students. First school in Canada as a member of Round Square – a worldwide network of schools. International Service programme, which has students participating in service projects worldwide. First North American boarding school with integrated global education programme (Diploma with Distinction in Global Leadership). Provides students skills and characteristics required of a 21st century leader.
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Residential life promotes understanding across different cultural, linguistic, and national backgrounds.
“The first North American boarding school to introduce a truly integrated global education programme created to inspire current and future Appleby students to embrace their role as global citizens.”
Community weekends, residential life learning, life skills, and citizenship initiatives augment curricula. 760 students (487 day/ 273 boarding) with more than 7,400 alumni worldwide. Average class size is just 16:1. Four boarding houses.
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Buffalo Seminary GIRLS | GRADES 9 TO 12 Buffalo, NY | www.buffaloseminary.org “Why all-girls?” This is the question at the forefront of every parent’s mind when considering which private institution should be bestowed the honour and responsibility of providing the path for their daughter’s empowerment and education. Buffalo Seminary is not the genesis of such questions, but rather the answer to such concerns. The venerable Western New York all-girls school has been fostering the success of young women for over 150 years. They don’t just recognize the differences between girls and boys in terms of learning and maturing, they cultivate young women empowered to embrace the challenge and responsibility of those differences with resilience and resolve in this constantly changing world. Studies that assist in building SEM’s mandate show that “80% of girls’ school students report that they are 62 | PRIVATE SCHOOL GUIDE 2017/2018
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class notes Five- and seven-day boarding. No uniforms.
Evening study hours supervised by faculty allowing participation in every extracurricular club and team without commuting restraints. On the National Register of Historic Places, a neighborhood in the heart of Buffalo with access to cultural and practical amenities. Students practice safe independence, part of the SEM college-prep ethos. Belief in standards but not standardization. Honours and AP classes plus diverse electives including astronomy, computer science, journalism, and women’s literature. Fosters multicultural, global perspective. Small classes facilitate expression, understanding, and tolerance.
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Girls live with faculty “house directors” in restored historic homes, not impersonal dorms.
They cultivate young women empowered to embrace the challenge and responsibility of those differences with resilience and resolve in this constantly changing world.
challenged to achieve their full academic potential compared to 72% of girls at coed independent and 44% at coed public schools.” Such a variance can’t be ignored when choosing where your daughters will indulge and excel in “a culture of achievement, scholarship, leadership, and creativity.” Cohorts of 50 girls promise a unique learning environment in which to excel, and long past final bells and graduation, for friendships and connections to thousands of alumnae around the world, in careers they welcome a SEM sister to pursue. Living in the historic homes next door to the school building on SEM’s cozy campus, girls are supported academically and safe independence is nurtured-preparation for life and for university.
neighbourhood in the heart of Buffalo, with access to museums, parks, restaurants, and culture which provide the foundation your daughter needs to excel in her journey to academic excellence and independence. Just a short drive from Toronto and the GTA, SEM offers both five- and seven-day boarding options, welcoming girls from all over the United States, Canada, and the world. It’s an international environment in your Southern Ontario backyard. The five-day option takes advantage of everything the Niagara region has to offer its families. Free weekends allow the girls not only to return home but also the opportunity to luxuriate in the splendour of the region – on both sides of the border.
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A prevalent and consistent theme parents will discover during their necessary and industrious investigations of education options for their children is worldwide integration. The focus of contemporary and advanced institutions of learning school their pedagogy not just in elements of the “global classroom” but also the importance of recognizing globalization within syllabi, curricula, cohorts, and environments. Few institutions identify and adhere to this reality like Blyth Academy, Blyth Academy – now nearly 40 years old – is one of the world’s foremost private schools. Since establishing itself in Canada nearly twenty years ago, the institution offers global immersion and ambitious learning to students from grades 5 to 12, with “access to personalized academic programs 64 | PRIVATE SCHOOL GUIDE 2017/2018
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The institution offers global immersion and ambitious learning to students from grades 5 to 12, with “access to personalized academic programs found nowhere else.”
class notes Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. Canada’s leading private school by enrollment. Ontario campuses and schools in Florence and Qatar, plus Blyth Academy Online and Blyth Academy Global High School. Students enjoy a nurturing and experiential education delivered by empathetic teachers in boutique settings. Average class sizes of seven.
found nowhere else.” Not only does Blyth offer and international focus, but international options as well. The school is embedded in the global fibre of adolescent education, and boasts “14 Ontario campuses as well as schools in Florence and Qatar, plus Blyth Academy Online and Blyth Academy Global High School to choose from, your child will enjoy a nurturing and experiential education delivered by empathetic teachers in boutique settings, with average class sizes of seven.” Being active globally is not the same as being relevant or informed globally. Blyth is not only internationally aligned and inspired, but honoured as well. While being celebrated as Canada’s best private high school, the Huffington Post noted: “For students seeking post-secondary studies, 98 percent of its students land acceptances to their first-choice postsecondary institutions (including
Cambridge, Harvard, Yale, and MIT). This statistic is unheard of at the global level, let alone in Canada.” But internationally celebrated publications aren’t the only ones impressed with Blyth. Most importantly, parents of recent graduates feted their child’s experience (and theirs) beyond the global, beyond aspirations of postsecondary success, and distant careers, in professing that, “We picked Blyth Academy because we did not want our child to be a just a number like in the public school system. The staff is always approachable, emergencies are dealt with immediately and problems are discussed and solved quickly for the benefit of the student, not for the convenience of the teacher. Ideal for children with a unique learning approach, the small classes make it possible to get individual attention whenever necessary. Blyth Academy has made all the difference for our son, who finally finds school interesting!”
Each campus offers four-term school year, along with study online or abroad opportunities. Specialized programming offers environmentally sensitive exploration. Flexible scheduling as educational solution for elite student athletes. Offers International Summers programs with study abroad opportunities throughout the summer months. Graduating students receive admissions offers from top universities in the world.
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Dearcroft Montessori School
CO-EDUCATIONAL | TODDLER TO GRADE 8 Oakville, ON | www.dearcroft-montessori.com
The choice of the curator of your child’s education is not simply a matter of location, or syllabi, or class sizes, or facilities. In deciding upon which institution will facilitate your youngster’s journey from toddler through teenager, parents must consider ideology, pedagogy, and structure as well. No tradition of education commits to the spirit of that notion like a Montessori school, and Southern Ontario’s preeminent offering is Dearcroft – Oakville’s original Montessori School. For 50 years, Dearcroft has been shaping young minds in the Montessori tradition, a unique educational approach that has been the launching pad for titans of industry, artists of note, and leaders the world over. Dearcroft’s campus is nestled into two acres of wooded Oakville, balancing the rural and the urban with splendor and 66 | PRIVATE SCHOOL GUIDE 2017/2018
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For 50 years, Dearcroft has been shaping young minds in the Montessori tradition, a unique educational approach that has been the launching pad for titans of industry, artists of note, and leaders the world over.
grace. Their experienced staff “take great pride in offering a warm, engaging, enriched environment with a tailored focus on the whole child.” Accredited by the Canadian Council of Montessori Administrators, Dearcroft offers a diversity of programming: national award winning curriculum; enriched French, computer technology and music programs; First Nations studies and a special emphasis on Canadian Art / the Group of Seven, a focus on local, national, and international issues; a global community; and so much more. The school is excited to have recently added new programming to offer to parents: toddlers (18-month to
class notes Over 50 years as Canada’s leader in elementary experiential education. Oakville’s original Montessori School.
3-year-olds) and Prima Casa (2-and-a-half to 4-year-olds) environments are now part of the Dearcroft experience. The Montessori paradigm instills the infinite journey of education, a process that is not tempered or restricted by walls, or time, or even institutions. Learning is an ongoing exercise, and as Maria Montessori – the educator upon whose philosophies and pedagogy the school bases its approach – espoused: “Education is a natural process carried out by the human individual, and is acquired not just by listening to words, but also by experiences in the environment.” Dearcroft not only carries on that tradition, but embodies it.
Staff takes great pride in offering a warm, engaging, enriched environment with a tailored focus on the whole child. Montessori does a remarkable job of creating graduates who go on to change the world. Founders of Google, Amazon and Wikipedia are examples of innovative, creative and fearless entrepreneurs who started in Montessori classrooms. Bright, spacious, naturally lit classrooms with optimal class sizes. Enriched french and music programs, Model UN program, plus Great Lakes and Canadian heritage curriculum. After school activities and clubs plus travel opportunities. Incredible outdoor education and extensive physical education program. Indoor and outdoor performing art stages.
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Linbrook School BOYS | JUNIOR KINDERGARTEN TO GRADE 8 Oakville, ON | www.linbrook.ca
ENGAGE. INSPIRE. ACHIEVE. Boys will be boys—an idiom whose definition has changed and evolved as what it means to be a man has changed and evolved. As parents, the question we’re left with in these challenging times is: How do we best facilitate the inspired journey from boyhood to manhood? This is the question that Linbrook School answers every day, creating a foundation for boys to build themselves into men. Linbrook School, a not-for-profit charitable school, recognizes – and celebrates – that boys and girls learn differently. But rather than accept that as an inherent flaw of our culture and tradition, they embrace it as a challenge and use those differences as the scaffolding upon which they hang their philosophy of teaching “young men the significance of moral integrity.” Amber Way, founder of the school, recognized the absence of all-boys’ schools in Oakville, a prominent suburb of Toronto. But within that absence, the school also recognized that with 68 | PRIVATE SCHOOL GUIDE 2017/2018
Limited enrollment where everyone knows everyone else.
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Linbrook has engineered a school for today which embodies the spirit and significance of young men. A diversity of music, art, sports and afterschool clubs aspires to enliven each student’s talents and interests.
Across the street from an all girls’ school (25% shared families)—an opportunity for the boys and girls to celebrate each others’ accomplishments. Unlike the traditional approach to education. All of the teachers are trained in approaches to boys’ education. Fun, bright environment that suits boys’ needs. Three recesses a day, ample time to run off energy and socialize with peers. Caribou Math competition focusing on problem solving and out of the box thinking. Engineer-in-Residence program with hands on experiments at school. Stresses importance of supporting charities. Promotes the importance of laughter, mastery, movement, meaning and challenge/game based learning.
a blank slate, they could build an institution around contemporary realities. In understanding boys’ unique learning style, Linbrook has engineered a school for today which embodies the spirit and significance of young men. A diversity of music, art, sports and after school clubs aspires to enliven each student’s talents and interests. The physical and pedagogical environment at the school promotes what makes boys special and strives to mold the ordinary into extraordinary.
positivity, arts, and athletics are just a few of the foundational elements that inform Linbrook’s mandate. With a capped enrollment of just 180 boys, the school boasts attention-based learning practices and an involved community of parents and teachers supported by research-based curricula, contemporary facilities, music and art studios and “an exemplary academic program that reflects the latest in research for boys’ education and technology.”
Laughter, kindness, responsibility, charity, music, academics, empathy, honesty, competition, family, fairness, morality,
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MacLachlan College CO-EDUCATIONAL PRE-KINDERGARTEN (AGE 3) TO GRADE 12 Oakville, ON | www.maclachlan.ca The contemporary realities of 21st century parenting can sometimes be daunting. Not only do we aspire to raise our kids to be good people, we want to give them every opportunity to establish and cultivate lives of their own, to one day have the foundational advantage to promise their offspring the same. From the moment our children come into the world we are concerned with three major criteria: Their health, their happiness, and their education. MacLachlan College embraces this doctrine. MacLachlan offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) in order to best navigate your child through the formative years of their education. Being accredited as an IB World School ensures that your child’s education will be fostered by an environment and curriculum that “can create and sustain authentic global learning communities” through subscription to unique, internationally-oriented pedagogical practices. All MacLachlan 70 | PRIVATE SCHOOL GUIDE 2017/2018
students are provided with a “learning environment focused on academic excellence, character and skill development with a deep commitment to student success and an ongoing commitment to the latest innovations in education.” Situating itself within a global construct, MacLachlan prides itself not just on enriching your child’s education journey from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12, but also preparing them for post-secondary education and beyond in an ever-changing economic and sociopolitical landscape. MacLachlan’s Grade 7 to 12 academic program does just that by extending student learning through Advanced Placement options in the Upper School years. Since 1978, MacLachlan’s pedagogical mandate has engaged “students at all
grade levels by providing relevant, meaningful experiences within a collaborative, inquiry-based learning culture.” With enrollment of just over 300 students, small class sizes, university preparatory programs, a prideful and spirited community, and unparalleled extra-curricular activities, MacLachlan students find themselves situated in an environment that aspires to real world learning and real world expectations. As one parent notes, “The integration of traditional school subjects into larger educational themes allows the student room to be creative with the tools they have to achieve larger goals. An approach that is less rigid gives the student room to grow his/her thinking and develop new skills and aptitudes. It also is a more engaging and fun for the students.”
class notes Engages students at all grade levels by providing relevant, meaningful experiences within a collaborative, inquiry-based learning culture. Enrollment of just 300 promises small class sizes. Highly skilled and dedicated teaching staff. The 2018-2019 school year will mark MacLachlan’s 40th anniversary. Years of commitment to challenging, collaborative and engaging innovative programs.
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Promotes a learning culture of discovery and achievement.
“Not only did MacLachlan prepare my son academically, the experience provided him with the skills required to navigate the challenges and expectations of university life. We can’t thank the teachers enough for pushing him to reach his potential, while instilling confidence in his ability to succeed.” – Parent of MacLachlan graduate
Only private school in Oakville accredited as an IB World School. University preparatory program in Grades 7 to Grade 12 with Advanced Placement courses. Breadth of extra-curricular programs in both the lower and upper school. School-wide House System (fosters school spirit and pride).
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St. Mildred’sLightbourn SChool GIRLS | PRESCHOOL TO GRADE 12 Regional Municipality of Halton, ON | www.smls.on.ca In choosing the right school for our daughters, we must weigh hefty concerns – and no longer are those concerns limited to locale or dictated by established practices or pedagogy. We live in the harsh yet exciting realities of a competitive global culture, and it is imperative that our children’s educations are tethered to those realities. The foundations and traditions of economies and cultures are forever changing, and our institutions must adapt to that inevitable evolution. St. Mildred’s-Lightbourn School embodies the spirit and doctrine of that evolution in providing young women with the education, experience, and vision to excel in a technologically-inclined global community.
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Within the STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) disciplines, the same study found that graduates of all-girls schools are three times more likely to consider careers in engineering than those in a co-ed environment.
class notes Situated in the centre of the Halton, Ontario region, St. Mildred’s-Lightbourn School has been nurturing and inspiring girls to become empowered women since 1891. Serving discerning and driven parents and students for over 100 years has been the pride and joy of SMLS. At the forefront of that responsibility is a dedicated commitment to innovation and real-world learning while cultivating “a young woman’s intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual development.”
Academic excellence and real-world learning designed for girls. Enriched academic and co-curricular program with experts in educating girls. World-class facility and signature programs.
SMLS’s undertaking is informed by inspired global aspirations and leadership in providing the best educational environment for girls to learn and excel. The virtue of an all-girls institution can be seen both during their school years and into their careers. As the “Women Graduates of Single-Sex and Co-educational High Schools” study notes, all-girls institutions foster a higher self-confidence, greater leadership opportunities, and alumnae are more likely to earn a graduate degree than those in co-educational institutions. In particular, within the STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) disciplines, the same study found that graduates of all-girls schools are three times more likely to consider careers in engineering than those in a co-ed environment.
Support of each girl’s interests, talents, learning needs and strengths.
SMLS’s award-winning Robotics program allows their students to compete in STEM events and their signature Global Studies program provides girls with the “opportunity to explore and connect with communities – local and global – through experiential learning trips, community service, cultural exchanges and international leadership opportunities.” Every grade 11 student participates in “a month-long, workplace experience that is customized to her personal career interests” and all girls receive “outdoor education, physical fitness, creative expression and spiritual reflection.” SMLS offers an educational experience that recognizes that its cohorts are forever evolving, and tailors its curricula to best prepare their graduates for a world informed and inspired by that evolution.
Students gain valuable, professional experience providing insight into their specific career choices.
Award-winning robotics program sees students compete in a series of science, technology, engineering and math challenges. Each girl has the opportunity to explore and connect with communities — local and global.
Every SMLS student participates in a month-long, workplace experience that is customized to career interests.
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After 18 years of operation, Seasons has created its own history as one of Oakville’s finest dining establishments. Seasons features an elegant yet warm atmosphere with a consistently changing menu of creative contemporary Canadian delight. Owners George and Tammy have established a focal point on Oakville’s prestigious “restaurant row” with their other restaurants including Maluca, Brü and Corks. seasonsrestaurant.ca • malucarestaurant.ca • brurestaurant.ca • corksrestaurant.ca
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Rede f ine t he C i ti es D i ni ng S cene In the contemporary reality of celebrity chefs, the Food Network, and “foodie” culture in general, even the most casual diner is more refined and informed than ever before. As a result, restaurants most adapt and evolve, in order to keep up with ever-changing tastes, trends, and a fickle marketplace. An eatery must be more than simply the offerings of its menu and the comfort of its decor. The best of restaurants are communities within communities, meeting places for family and friends, where well-earned indulgences are catered to with class and sophistication. George and Tammy Couto—owners of Seasons, BrÜ, Corks, and Maluca in Oakville—exemplify the very notion of community. Their establishments are not simply additions to the landscape, they’re an integral part of the place they call home. Their community of eateries offer variety and experience, comfort and culinary excellence. Two decades of catering to the tastes of Oakville have made them the hallmark for Southern Ontario dining.
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SEASONS RESTAURANT The Anderson Block, nestled in the heart of Oakville’s historic downtown core, was constructed in 1887, and has been a centrepiece of the town’s commerce and community ever since. At times it has served as a bank, a police station, and Town Clerk’s office. What better place for a restaurant to continue that tradition of community service, and the perfect location for the Couto’s flagship establishment. For over 18 years, Seasons has been treating the denizens of Oakville and its fortunate visitors to an ever changing and contemporary menu, just as its name suggests. Under the watchful eye of its proud proprietors, Executive Chef Doug Walker has created an ever-evolving carte du saison inspired equally by the Anderson Block’s Italianate design and Oakville’s Restaurant Row’s divine commitment to nourishing Southern Ontario with the best ingredients and delicious food. The current incarnation of the menu boasts such exalted interpretations of classic fare such as octopus and chorizo with capers, black olives, fresh lemon, jalapeños, and beurre noisette; white lasagna with turkey ragout, spinach, mozzarella, and fresh ricotta; Chicken wrapped in prosciutto stuffed with cherries, goat cheese and baby spinach, roasted carrots, purple kale and orange preserve; and pistachio and dijon-crusted rack of lamb with polenta frites, asparagus, and salt-baked beets. Complemented by an “elegant yet warm atmosphere and extensive but moderately priced wine list,” Seasons is a prime location for an intimate meal or a celebration with friends, with the original police station cells masquerading as a wine cellar and serving as the foundation of private dining for up to 20. Tradition, history, community, and the contemporary served with delight—the epitome of dining.
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BRÜ Often lost in the discussion of how foodie culture has changed our dining habits is how the brewery landscape has changed. Few industries have evolved as rapidly in the past few decades as the world of beer. Gone are the days of overproduced macrobrews’ and mass-produced swill’s prominence and dominance at dinner, at parties, at the game, at the lake, on the weekend, and certainly at your favourite restaurant. And that transformation is eminently evident in our favorite pour houses, speakeasies, and pubs. Beer, in fact, is no longer an industry at all. It’s the place of artisans
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and craftspeople. No establishment embodies the spirit of the evolution of spirits quite like Brü.
No thirst, no matter how discerning the taste, will go unquenched at Brü’s Lakeshore Road residence.
A new addition to the panorama of Oakville’s pubs, Brü takes the very idea of the public house and adapts it to the demands of contemporary clientele and cravings. The beer list features 15 offerings from local craft brewers such as Mill Street, Lake of Bays, and Great Lakes, plus the very best in domestic and imported ales, pilsners, radlers, IPA, stouts, and more. Contemporary cocktails and a curated wine list are also featured.
But just as wine demands pairing, so too does beer. And so Brü has taken the traditions of pub grub and adapted them for both its menu and modernity. General Tso cauliflower topped with sesame seeds and scallions; Kentucky fried calamari served with Alabama white BBQ sauce; gluten-free fish ‘n’ chips with cod and a remoulade dipping sauce; classic burgers and in-house smoked brisket complement any beverage, and suit any trip to Brü.
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CORKS Spanish and Portuguese cuisines have been intertwined since before the Battle of Ourique. As old as the Reconquista, the culinary traditions of the countries have inspired and informed each other for generations. As much as they share the Iberian Peninsula, so too do they share a love of seafood, mediterranean spices, and the soul of simplicity. Born of peasant foods, Spanish and Portuguese cuisines are of and for the people, and the embodiment of that spirit is present in each dish at Corks. Borrowing its name from the cork oak forests that populate the Spanish and Portuguese countrysides, Corks offers its fare served in the traditional tapas style. It makes for the perfect setting to enjoy time and tastes with friends, and an indulgence in the grand variety of flavour cuisine of Western Europe. The Oakville restaurant, established in 2009, celebrates people as much as food, a space for sharing and luxuriating in both the joy and experience of dining. Corks’ seasonal menu features the regions very best in contemporary 88 | WINTER 2017/2018
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interpretations of classic Spanish and Portuguese dishes, with a Western flare and infusion. Piquillos with Spanish peppers filled with a broccoli, roasted cauliflower and manchego mousse on top of a saffron leek sofrito; Gambas Al Ajillo: pan seared shrimp with garlic, chili, herbs, smoked paprika and flambéed with brandy; Albondigas: four lamb meatballs in a minted tomato sauce, feta cheese and grilled bread; and Sopa de Marisco with clams, mussels, calamari, shrimp, fresh herbs, garlic, white wine butter sauce and grilled bread. All this plus a variety of paella are sure to transport every palate back to the old country, without stepping foot outside of Southern Ontario.
MALUCA Like the title of a painting, a great work of literature, or a classic song, a restaurant’s name is an introduction of sorts, a first step towards an experience or indulgence, whimsy and wine. Maluca, loosely translated, means mad, crazy, silly. But, through the filter of its Oakville Wine Bar namesake, Maluca discovers an etymology in the passionate, infatuated, and fantastic, which perfectly describes Southern Ontario’s premiere wine bar. And just like art that inspires us, that we take with us, a good restaurant takes the essence of its name in order to impress
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upon its clientele the magnificence of its soul. Maluca is playful, joyful, and indulgent in both its wine list and its menu, its late night lounge and its open-concept dining room. The specifically curated wine list informs its knowledgeable staff, who will perfectly pair your food choices with one of their many wines from home and around the globe. Maluca’s menu embodies the spirit of its name, with modern interpretations of your favourite wine bar fare. Breaded avocado fries with buttermilk garlic ranch dressing; Ovo Demônios: deviled eggs, garnished with chives, paprika, and crispy pancetta. Bison meatballs with tomato sauce, grana padano cheese, served with house made grilled sourdough; Short Rib Molho Verde: beef short ribs, garlic, chilli, parsley, cilantro, mint basil, and oil. Macarrão squid ink linguini with seafood tomato sauce, fennel, garlic, peppers, and grilled bread; contemporary takes on burgers, fries, and flatbreads; plus charcuterie boards with premium selections of cured meats and cheeses. WINTER 2017/2018 | 89
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October 2017 - A new era in Corporate Identity Design has begun for Lamborghini and the occasion was marked with a grand opening of Lamborghini Uptown Toronto to reveal a North American-first showing of the new Lamborghini global corporate dealership design. The exquisite Vaughan, Ontario location was the first dealership on this side of the world to embody the new Lamborghini corporate design.
In attendance at the VIP grand opening was Mr. Stefano Domenicali, Chairman and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini and was accompanied by distinguished members of his executive team. In addition, Dealer Principal and CEO, Paul Cummings and his team were present who are recognized for turning a powerful brand, and loyal following in the Greater Toronto Area, into a phenomenal North American success story.
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he event marked the continued success and strong growth for new sales in North America, having recorded record sales years in both 2016 and 2017. The overwhelming interest in the Huracan and Aventador models have aided in pushing sales to a heightened state. Those in attendance were able to see one of only twenty 770hp V12 Lamborghini Centenario Roadsters as the stunning vehicle was recently delivered to its owner in the Greater Toronto Area. Stefano Domenicali and Paul Cummings at the launch of Lamborghini Uptown Toronto. 104 | WINTER 2017/2018
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The new location includes an unrivalled shopping experience. The redesigned retail space offers a chance to customize a Lamborghini to a customer’s satisfaction and tastes. Designed to be an exceptionally inclusive experience, the client lounge hosts dedicated car configurations to aid in custom building. Paying careful attention to every intricate detail, there are samples of exterior and interior finishes allowing customers to design a vehicle to match their unique vision. When ready, a customer will select amongst soft leathers, carbon fiber accents and specially-designed paint colours to finish the look. This incredible space is ready for the arrival of Lamborghini’s new SUV, Urus, and the newly anticipated customer base. The exceptionally designed space, reflective of the corporate vision at every turn, is committed to moving the company forward with the integrity and respect the brand
demands. As the new 2018 models make their way into the market, the reveal and launch of the third model line and the Urus super sport SUV will be accessible to experience first hand. Always keeping the customer top of mind, a full range of Lamborghini models will be on display. The digital world makes it possible to offer an enhanced visual experience, allowing customers a glimpse into the internal world of Lamborghini. A video wall will serve to educate and inform with exclusive behind-the-scenes footage. To further extend love to the brand, an Accessori Originali will make after-sale enhancements available. As well, the Collezione Automobili Lamborghini area will have available Collezione Automobili Lamborghini clothing and accessories for purchase instore or online. It is very apparent that entering into the world of Lamborghini Uptown Toronto, centrally located at 230 Sweetriver Boulevard in Vaughan, will be an experience like no other. lamborghini-uptowntoronto.com grandtouringautos.com WINTER 2017/2018 | 105
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MINING SPLENDOR: The Gold Coast’s Chelster Hall WILLIAM H ICKS, H ICKS DESIGN ST UDIO
Oa kv ille, t h e u n i que bl end of urban s o p h is t ic a t i on a n d rura l a m e ni t y. A s t h e b e llw et her of c on t e m p ora ry urban s p le n d o r i n s a t e l l i t e c om m uni t i es, the t o wn’s Gol d C oa s t i s one of t h e mos t d e s ir a b le a ddres s es i n C a na da —c rowned b y t h e je w el of C h e l s t e r H a l l . T h e 4 7,0 0 0 - s q ua re- f oot p a l a c e w a s bui l t fo r b r e we ry m og ul Si r H u g o Pow e l l, who b e s t o we d t h e p roj e c t u p on W i l l i a m Hi cks, a m e m b e r of t h e O nt a ri o A s s oc i a t i on of A r c h it e c t s a nd t h e Roy a l A rc hi t e ctural In s t it u t e o f C a n a da , a nd one of ou r f or emost ar c h it e c t s . H i c k s’ des i g ns a nd i n f l uence is s e e n a l l a c ros s O n t a r i o, i n s om e of the c o u n t r y ’s m os t be a ut i f ul a nd c e l e brated r e s id e n c e s , g ol f c l u bs , a nd c ont em p orary c o m m u n it i e s .
When featured in The Globe & Mail, Canada’s premi ere newspaper champi oned Hi ck s’ desi gn as“a bui l di ng that woul d repl i cate the Jacobean archi tecture of Bl i ckl i ng, wi th the Dutch gabl es col umns and curving ornamentati on characteri s ti c of that s tyle.” When f i rs t approached, Hi cks was as ked if he was i nteres ted i n worki ng on a hou se that woul d l as t, “a thous and years ,” a chal l enge he readi l y accepted, working hard wi th ci ty l eaders to ens ure “that it ref l ected the qual i ty and character one woul d ex pect to f i nd” i n O akvi l l e. He al so wanted to bui l d a hous e that fe lt l i ke a home, whi ch i s echoed throughout. A chapel , i ndoor pool , two- s torey l i bra r y, bowl i ng al l ey, home theatre, are j ust pa r t of the detai l s that make i t grand i n scop e, and yet i nti mate.
U n d e r H ick s’ vi s i on, C hel s t e r H a l l j ourneyed fr o m im a g i n a t i on t o i c on . H i c k s des i gned a m an o r t h a t borrow e d f r om f a m e d Bl ickl i ng H all— o n et i m e h om e of A n n e B ol eyn.
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H ic k s’ in genui t y a s p i r ed t o endure. T h e r e s u lt , t h ou g h j us t a dec a de ol d, b o as t s t h e c onc ei t of a 4 00 - y ea r old c as t le wit h a c on t e m p ora ry s ent i m ent. N o w o n t he m a r ke t , C hel s t e r H a l l as p ir e s t o c on t i nue t o em bol den t h e c o m m u n it y i t c a l l s hom e. Pe rha ps t h e 8 -b a t h r oom , 6 - be droom c h a t e au wit h a 12 - c a r g a r a g e a nd l u x u r i ou s Lake On t ar i o a c r ea g e drea m s i t s el f of
wel comi ng another f ami l y. O r perhaps i ts f uture i s as a pri vate school , cl ub, wel l nes s centre, bouti que hotel , or nursi ng home. Whatever l i f e i t occupi es nex t, Hi cks’ vi si on promi s es that i t wi l l adapt to—and wi thstand—ti me, f or not a generati on, but f or the ages.
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SOUTH OAKVILLE, ONTARIO Offered At $16,988,000 As you make your way up the wrap around driveway, bypassing the impeccably landscaped grounds you arrive on the doorstep of the prestigious 1092 Argyle Drive. Located in the coveted Morrison neighbourhood this waterfront property embodies luxury in both design and presence. Moving through the pillared entryway to the front door your senses are delighted by the sheer grandeur of the foyer and the stature of the staircase leading to the upper level. The lower level invites you to explore 3908 sq ft of living space. The living room and dining room are illuminated with sunlight as it cascades through the double doors that lead to the covered patios outside. The walls have built-in shelving to display precious art and a fireplace for winter warmth. The formal dining room is incredibly regal in decor and your eye is immediately drawn to the elegant light fixtures, both on the wall and hanging from the ceiling. The beyond impressive eat-in kitchen, with enviable views out the oversized windows, boasts the very best in appliances and upgrades. The centre island which includes a washing sink is the perfect place for laying out all the ingredient to bake your cupcake masterpieces.
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The one-of-a-kind library is a room built for displaying your favorite literature. The luxurious wooden built-in shelving can house several volumes of literary work – to be enjoyed by the fireplace. The picturesque windows were seemingly installed with the very purpose of inspiring creative thought and discussion. The library is also equipped with the latest in technology. As you approach the upper level of 3981 sq ft living space you are presented with the master bedroom. The vaulted ceiling will take your breath away as 114 | WINTER 2017/2018
it showers you in light. The master was designed for complete relaxation including a walkout terrace bringing nature to your fingertips. You will also discover striking built-in shelving, and a fireplace to make the most of romantic evenings in. The master bath soaker tub is ideally situated facing the picturesque views – perfect for melting the stress of the day way. A spa shower and double sinks complete the vision. The upper level has 3 additional bedrooms each with private 4 piece bath containing the latest in luxury materials and awe-inspired design. INVIDIATA.COM
The lower level is a sprawling 6501 sq ft of living space taking the idea of family entertaining to a whole new platform. In the centre of the space is the lounge and games room. The wrap around bar is equipped to serve food and drink and a temperature controlled wine cellar is ideal for housing a private wine collection. A complete state-of-the art theatre room is where the family will enjoy their favorite movies. You will also find a completed nanny suite with a 3 piece bath – the utmost in comfort and convenience. A waterfront property wouldn’t be complete without the private sitting area, located on the water, where family and friends will gather to unwind amongst the sights and sounds of nature. There is no question – this is living. To view this listing visit page 80.
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