Today's Homes York November 6 by Today’s Homes & Condos

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For a limited time, you can take advantage of a fabulous opportunity to purchase with just 5% down and take occupancy in one year at Xpression Condos on Yonge, Zancor Homes’ incredibly successful residence in Richmond Hill. Now well under construction, Xpression Condos offers something truly special for purchasers who appreciate convenience and spectacular design for attainable prices. Access to major highways is around the corner, Hillcrest Mall is across the street, and public transportation is at the doorstep. A multitude of amenities surround this chic residence, which consists of two 15-storey towers rising from a six-storey podium with retail along Yonge. Amenities include 24-hour concierge service, an indoor pool, fitness studio with yoga area, relax spa with change rooms and steam rooms, games room with table tennis and pool tables, theatre room, Xpression Club party space, and three rooftop terraces fully equipped with barbeque stations, a fireplace and patio furniture. Among the appointments are floorto-ceiling windows; 9- to 11-foot ceiling heights (as per plans); oversized balconies, terraces and patios; kitchens with gorgeous quartz countertops, ceramic tile backsplash, stainless steel ENERGY STAR® appliances; and wide-plank laminate flooring in living areas and bedrooms. This level of standards offers the luxury of downtown condos in Richmond Hill. To provide unbeatable value for purchasers, Zancor assembled an impressive design team. It includes Quadrangle Architects Limited for the dramatic exterior that features curved terraces for outstanding views, NAK Design Group for the verdant landscaping and Tomas Pearce Interior Design Consulting Inc. for the superb interiors. Available suites range in size from 466 to 1,174 square feet, and prices begin from $261,900. See a sales representative for full details on buying with only 5% down. To become part of this incredible community, act now, while you still can! The Presentation Centre is located at 9555 Yonge Street, Unit 11 (just south of Major Mackenzie Drive). For hours and more information, call 905-237-7810 or visit XpressionCondos.com.

Xpression Condos on Yonge is Zancor Homes’ incredibly successful residence in Richmond Hill

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Two new model homes showcase how you can live greatly at Summerlyn Village In the popular residential destination of Bradford, Great Gulf invites you to “Live Greatly” at Summerlyn Village amid master-planned surroundings that nurture belonging. A long-time believer in giving back to the greater community, Great Gulf recently sold the three previous model homes at Summerlyn Village and donated the furnishings to Bradford House, which provides supportive housing/assisted living for at-risk, low-income seniors with multiple physical and mental challenges. Located in Bradford, it is part of LOFT

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Community Services, and is the only program in in York Region or South Simcoe County serving this especially vulnerable group of seniors. “We are delighted to support Bradford House with this furniture donation from our Great Gulf model home,” said Christopher Wein, President Great Gulf Residential. “When we build in a community, we become a member of the community and stay connected by participating in local initiative.” A capital fundraising campaign is in effect

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to make upgrades and repairs to the building, which LOFT purchased last year. At Summerlyn Village, the striking new Niven-appointed models reflect the design and construction excellence you will find in all of the homes on 40’ and 50’ lots. Ranging in size from 1,450 to 4,000 square feet and in price from the $400,000s, there is truly something for everyone. Plus, the prices here are up to $300,000 less than equivalent homes in the GTA! A walk through the models will have you saying “Wow.” These homes are designed with today’s families in mind, with second-floor family rooms, eat-in kitchens, main floor laundry rooms, and all on spacious lots. All of the frames are built at an indoor facility by H+ME Technology (pronounced Home Technology), cutting the on-site build time from two weeks to as little as two days. The work is done through an automated system that results in straighter joins, squarer walls, stronger structural integrity and improved ventilation. Among the standard features in the detached homes (all as per plan) are natural finish oak railings with metal support and oak pickets on the main staircase to the second floor, and imported ceramics. The 40’ and 50’ series also include 9-foot main floor ceiling heights and natural finish oak strip hardwood flooring. Situated on Holland Street West (Highway 88) just east of Highway 400, Summerlyn Village is close to existing elementary and secondary schools, shopping, the new Bradford West Gwillimbury Leisure Centre and other familyoriented amenities. Vaughan is just a 15-minute drive south, and it’s only five minutes to the GO train. The community itself features acres of protected woodlands, water and green spaces, community parks and a future town centre. Since Summerlyn Village opened five years ago, more than 1,000 people have moved in. Innovative technology, inspired design and committed customer service provide Great Gulf homeowners with unmatched comfort and peace of mind. This is how Great Gulf delivers the Live Greatly promise. The Summerlyn Village Sales Centre is located off Highway 88, just west of Professor Day Drive, at 22 Downey Emerald Drive. Hours are Monday to Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday and holidays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; closed Friday. Call 905-775-3461 or visit greatgulf.com.

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NEWS FROM BILD

Working together with our newly elected leaders

Bryan Tuckey

President and Chief Executive Officer Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD)

Building great cities is a common vision shared by all members of the Building Industry and Land Development Association. As partners in city building, our association’s objective is to work collaboratively with our leaders in government to build quality, complete communities in cities across the GTA. The recent election introduced our members and staff to a new team of municipal partners while welcoming back some familiar faces. On behalf of our 1,400 member companies, I would like to congratulate all the newly elected regional chairs, mayors and councilors. An election gives BILD representatives the opportunity to meet with Toronto and GTA candidates as we continue to advocate for new-home buyers across the region. The discussions revolved around important industry issues, and a sincere interest from the industry to build new homes that people can afford to purchase and revitalize existing neighbourhoods that residents can be proud to call home. We’ve spoken about housing choice, the economic importance of our industry, the significance of the OMB and policy objectives around intensification. We also discussed the costs of infrastructure, parkland, Section 37 and transit.

Our industry builds more than just homes. We build communities that include offices, malls, community centres, parks and more. Together with our partners in government, we have been implementing the objectives of the provincial growth plan by intensifying urban centres and areas along transit corridors. Our efforts have resulted in a shift in housing type, with more than 60 per cent of new homes now built in the City of Toronto. More than 90 per cent of these homes are new, modern, award-winning condominiums that offer an affordable choice for first-time home buyers and renters alike. Ontario’s capital has been the high-rise capital of North America for quite some time now, even outpacing Chicago, New York and Los Angeles. Whether you are walking down the street in Toronto, cycling up the road in Vaughan or having brunch in a trendy new café in Mississauga, there is a very good chance that a member of our association has played a role in bringing that community to life. Projects like the revitalization of Regent Park by the Daniels Corporations has brought new life to an ageing neighbourhood. Head south and you will find the Canary District – future home of 10,000 athletes from 41 countries

at the 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games before becoming a complete community for more than 2,000 GTA residents. Just north of the city you’ll find World On Yonge, which is a perfect example of a complete community with office towers, condominiums, a hotel and retail space which includes a 40,000 square foot grocery store. Our members are experts in implementation but we need help from our municipal leaders. We are partners in city building, but we need the tools to make it happen. I am especially pleased to inform you that BILD chair Steve Upton was named to mayor-elect John Tory’s transition team this week. This is a great step toward working collaboratively with our government partners over the next four years. With many new Mayors and Councillors, we are enthusiastic about forging new relationships, and building on existing ones as we continue to share our collective vision for creating complete communities throughout the Greater GTA . Bryan Tuckey is president and CEO of the Building Industry and Land Development Association and a landuse planner who has worked for municipal, regional and provincial governments. Follow him on Twitter @bildgta, facebook.com/bildgta, and bildblogs.ca.

What’s there to do in York Region? Just wait until you find out!

Dorothea Helms Connects people and ideas, and can be reached at writer@wsws.ca

Do you know about YorkScene.com? The official website of York Region Tourism Partners is a great way to find out what there’s to do in the Region throughout the year. The site has seven sections: Things to Do, Events, Dining/Nightlife, Where to Stay, Find It, Special Offers and Community. Designed for visitors to York, it is also a fabulous resource for residents who would like to experience more of what their surroundings have to offer. “Things to Do” focuses on arts and entertainment, kids programs, nightlife, tours and attractions, shopping, wineries and breweries, food and drink, sports and leisure, and even the top popular activities. For example, how about touring a local winery or strolling through the Pacific Mall in Markham, Canada’s largest Chinese mall? “Events” spans the gamut from live theatre performances to sports competitions, festivals and fairs, historical celebrations and more. If dining out is on the menu, you can find bars, pubs, grills, cafés, family dining and fine dining options on this site.

You may live in York Region, but if not, the site has a handy section on accommodations for friends and family from out of town. Camp grounds, RV Parks, hotels, motels, motor inns and resorts dot the region to welcome visitors. The “Find It” section is fascinating. I went on there today and had easy access to a map of York Region, information on trails, a cycling map, farm fresh info and the YorkScene Discovery Guide – a booklet of events happening in York Region’s nine municipalities. There is even a link to what’s going on in and around historic Kleinburg. “Special Offers” covers York Region travel packages and the opportunity to win prizes through the Great York Region Entertainment Giveaway 2014. And last, but not by any means least, the “Community” section is a showcase for residents to post photos and write-ups (many from children), blogs, videos and a place where people can have their say about anything and everything! This website is phenomenal. Looking for

free things to do? You’ll find ‘em. With the holidays quickly approaching, festive events information will also be posted here. Plus, you can get to know York Region through a video series. Among those you can watch are films on the Markham Fair, 30 Ghosts Documentary, Feast of Fields, Markham Jazz Festival, Fishing in York Region … honestly, the choices are fantastic. The home page has a “This Week in York Region” and “Upcoming Events” segments, so you can zero in on fun activities quickly. To help you in your search, York Region.ca has a “Things to do in York Region” section that links to YorkScene. The YorkScene tagline is: Eat, Play, Stay Local. When you live in York Region, there’s no excuse for being bored. Whatever your age, physical abilities, interests and budget, you can certainly find something to do. So get cracking on the web, visit these sites and explore the possibilities right in your own backyard! Dorothea Helms connects people and ideas, and can be reached at writer@wsws.ca

When you live in York Region, there’s no excuse for being bored. Whatever your age, physical abilities, interests and budget, you can certainly find something to do.

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Recently opened model homes a hit at Brookfield’s Fieldstone in Mono Earlier this fall, the landscape in Mono became even more beautiful, when Brookfield Residential opened two new designerdecorated model homes at their masterplanned Fieldstone community. Tour these superb homes for a true appreciation of the design and construction quality that can be yours in this exceptional neighbourhood. Estate-style living awaits on homesites that are extra deep compared to traditional subdivisions. Appointments include hardwood, granite or quartz, 9’ ceilings, upgraded kitchen cabinets and Brookfield’s Panorama View Window, which floods the rear of your home with an abundance of natural light. The models showcase many of Brookfield’s standard and upgraded features and finishes, as well as

creative design ideas that enliven the spaces. The Preston, a 60’ two-storey model, and the Cheshire, a 70’ bungalow-with-optional-loft model offer gourmet kitchens, grand family rooms, luxurious ensuites and relaxing master retreats. Now in its first phase of construction, Fieldstone will be home to more than 100 families by the end of this year. The grand homes lining the streets – all 60’ designs or greater, provide an impressive display of architectural styling and detail. A second phase is available for purchase, with a wide variety of 60’ and 70’ designs priced from the $599,990s. The homes range in size from 2,240 to 3,990 square feet. Brookfield’s Mono Presentation Centre is located at 20719 Highway 9, west of Kennedy

Road. Hours are Monday to Thursday from 1 to 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The model homes are open weekends from 12 to 4 p.m. Call 1-855-379-1495 or visit MonoBrookfield.ca. If you are looking for a Spring 2015 move-in, check out Brookfield’s inventory homes available at Grand Tour Brookfield’s new model homes Central in Bradford. You at Fieldstone for a first-hand can save up to $25,000 on these homes on appreciation of the company’s quality 36’ to 50’ homesites. Prices include designerand design panache selected finishes such as 9-foot ceiling heights, hardwood on the main floor, oak staircase, gourmet kitchens with granite countertops, to tour Brookfield’s models, and ask a sales and thousands more in upgrades. Be sure representative for details. Call 905-778-0873.

Remington offers a new release of lots at beautiful Thornhill North It’s time to start sharing your backyard with nature at beautiful Thornhill North, where Remington Homes is offering a new release of 40’, 45’ and 50’ lots that back onto a forested reserve just east of Dufferin Street and beckon with appeal. One of the most stunning master-planned communities in the Greater Toronto Area, Thornhill North is situated on Moraine Hill Drive, in an established area. The location is ideal, with a nature reserve and green space in the immediate surroundings, and a wealth of modern amenities only minutes away. Residents will enjoy proximity to existing shopping, dining, excellent schools, championship golfing, private country clubs and more. This area is also close to the fabulous Vaughan Mills and

Promenade shopping centres, as well as the shops, eateries and services of the historic Village of Thornhill. York Central Hospital and the GO Station on Rutherford Road are also a quick drive. Within this ideal location, Remington’s stately exteriors will create striking streetscapes, with architectural highlights ranging from accent windows to second-floor balconies, stone detailing and welcoming porticos (all as per plan). Interiors are studies in elegance and sophistication, with dramatic open-concept designs encompassing gourmet kitchens and sumptuous bathrooms. Among the luxurious appointments in the residences are 10-foot ceiling heights on the main floor, oak hardwood flooring and a

At Thornhill North, Remington Homes offers a new release lots that back onto a forested reserve

natural gas fireplace on the main floor. Kitchens are graced with designer cabinetry, premium upgraded appliances and granite countertops. The look is lavish, the feeling comfortable and inviting. An intimate collection of just 73 luxury homes, Thornhill North is popular with purchasers who appreciate the generous size of the wide lots, which offer depth up to 150 feet. Homes up to 3,913 square feet begin in price from $1,088,990. For over 25 years, Remington Homes has provided superb new home communities

distinguished by unique artistry and unparalleled quality. Remington’s Presentation Centre is on the northwest corner of Dufferin Street and Rutherford Road. For more information, call 905-303-1222 or visit RemingtonHomes.com. You can also follow the company on Twitter @RemingtonBuilds.

Fall savings continue at Pemberton Group’s SkyCity2 Condominiums If you are seeking an exceptional lifestyle in a convenient location with outstanding value, act quickly to own at Pemberton Group’s masterplanned Richmond Hill community, and take advantage of the $15,000 Fall Savings Bonus at SkyCity2 Condominiums. Construction is

underway on the first tower, and suites in Tower 2 are selling well. Situated in the amenity-rich City Centre at Yonge and Highway 7, SkyCity residents will be able to walk to York Region Transit, GO Train and GO bus service, or drive to Highways 404 and 407.

Pemberton’s high-quality features and finishes are showcased in the virtual online tours.

The two 20-storey towers will each have a lobby with 24-hour concierge service. The buildings will share a three-storey podium housing 17,000 square feet of amenities. SkyGarden will encompass landscaping, a fireplace, lounge-style seating, barbeque stations and alfresco dining area. Amenities extend to two video gaming rooms, a multimedia theatre, two chic party rooms and a bar, and a dining room. Fitness options include a cardio studio, yoga/Pilates area, indoor swimming pool, and pool lounge with doublesided fireplace. All SkyCity2 suites will have Pemberton’s high-quality features and finishes, which are showcased in the virtual online tours, including the new VR of the 965- sq. ft. two-bedroom + den 08 design, priced from $436,000. One-bedroom, one-bedroom + den, two-

bedroom, and two-bedroom + den SkyCity2 suites range in size from 640 to 1,080 sq. ft., and are priced from the low-$300’s. Prices include one underground parking space and a locker, plus a FREE Rogers Package for 6 months. Occupancies are slated for Fall 2015. With over 50 years’ experience in creating successful residential and commercial developments, Pemberton Group has earned a reputation for building outstanding communities across the Greater Toronto Area. The SkyCity Presentation Centre and furnished kitchen/living room vignette are located on Red Maple Road, at Yonge and Highway 7. For more information, call 905.709.5700 or visit PembertonGroup.com. You also can follow Pemberton on Facebook and Twitter.

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Beacon Hill and Main Street Seaton Averton announces two new exciting communities Averton, Canada’s elite national homebuilder, building on over 50 years of experience, has just debuted two exciting new residential communities sure to please the sharp and savvy homebuyer. Already generating buzz due to their sought after locations, Beacon Hill (located in central Bowmanville), and Main Street Seaton (located in downtown Pickering) have become two of the most anticipated residential addresses in the GTA. This November, Averton will also be holding Preview Openings for both Beacon Hill and Main Street Seaton- offering homebuyers an exclusive advance opportunity to choose from the best home selections and preview pricing. In one of the best, well established areas for luxury single family homes, Beacon Hill will offer today’s homebuyer an incredible selection of 40’ lots, together with an amazing array of exterior elevations, spacious floor plans, and luxurious features and finishes. Located in an established area in Bowmanville, residents at Beacon Hill will be in close proximity to some of the best shops, restaurants, and services, including the stateof-the-art Lake Ridge Health Facility. Rich in history and culture, Bowmanville annual festivities - including the Apple Festival and the Fabulous Fifties Festival - are renowned

throughout Ontario. Located on Brock Road, just south of Taunton, Main Street Seaton will offer homebuyers Brownstone townhomes in three distinct home styles priced from the mid $200’s. Rich in art, history and culture, Pickering has quickly become one of the GTA’s premier cities. Residents will enjoy living close to the city’s bustling arts and cultural activities, as well as a variety of live entertainment throughout the year. Keeping active will also be easy at Main Street Seaton as a number of parks and recreational areas will be close by. In close proximity to highways 401, 407, and the GO Transit, residents at Main Street Seaton will also have easy access to every big city amenity. With a strong presence in both Eastern and Western Canada, Averton has quickly become the country’s elite national homebuilder, building on over 50 years of experience. Averton has maintained a superior reputation for design, quality and customer service throughout the country’s residential building sector. For more information on these fabulous new communities, and for an opportunity to attend the Preview Openings for Main Street Seaton and Beacon Hill, register at averton.ca

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EXPO CITY TOWER 2 UNDER CONSTRUCTION, AND MOVE-INS FOR TOWER 1 COMING EARLY 2015! Offering urban luxury the likes of which the City of Vaughan has never seen before, Cortel Group’s Expo City is home to big news: Tower 2 is well under construction, and owners in Tower 1, the tallest building in Vaughan, will begin their occupancies in early 2015. Discover premium suites now available in the Expo Alto Series, which will surround you in high-level luxury with upgraded features and finishes. Enjoy breathtaking views of the city, as well as exciting dining, shopping, recreation and nightlife right outside your door. A covered walkway along Highway 7 and an enclosed Galleria will offer access to luxury shops, chic restaurants, and more all

the while protected from the elements. The fabulous new Vaughan Metropolitan Centre is only steps away, at Highways 400 and 7. Construction is underway on the KPMG office tower, and the subway expansion is continuing to take shape, eventually connecting Vaughan to downtown Toronto and York University. Residence can also access VIVA transit from their soughtafter address. This address is so convenient that many residents of Expo City may opt to not own vehicles. Right in their building, residents will have approximately 20,000 square feet of amenity space with a theatre room, party room, roof

garden, lounge, guest room, indoor swimming pool, yoga room, change rooms and saunas, gym and games/multi-purpose room. Attentive 24-hour concierge will be provided from the attractive lobby. Among the luxurious suite appointments are approximately 9-foot smooth ceiling heights, contemporary kitchen cabinetry with granite countertops and ceramic backsplash, and a premium stainless steel kitchen appliance package, all as per plan. At Expo, suites range in size from 692 to

Enjoy breathtaking views of the city, as exciting dining, shopping, recreation and nightlife right outside your door

over 1,500 square feet. Prices begin from mid$300,000s. Ask a sales representative about Cortel Group’s flexible deposit structures. The Presentation Centre is located at 2900 Highway 7, just east of Jane Street. Call 905597-7877 or visit ExpoCity.ca.

Gorgeous new model home sales office opening at the fairgrounds in sutton On Saturday, November 15th, Oxford Homes will hold the Grand Opening of a new Model Home/Sales Centre at The Fairgrounds in Sutton. You will be able to walk through a finished, decorated example of the superb homes offered in this community located on the beautiful shores of Lake Simcoe. Families appreciate the opportunity to live in the midst of natural surroundings and close

to many local amenities. Sutton is growing by leaps and bounds, especially with the Highway 404 expansion coming. Highway 48 is easily accessible, so residents will have two convenient routes to travel to the city. Affordability is also a huge draw to the area, and to The Fairgrounds. With prices beginning from just the low-$300,000s, the chance for affordable homeownership in

sought-after surroundings is irresistible. And what better way to experience the luxury that can be yours than by touring a model home? Within this amazing location, The Fairgrounds streets will be lined with striking townhomes and detached homes that showcase distinctive yet harmonious exteriors. Among the architectural highlights (all as per plan) are peaked gables, keystones, shutters, stone accents and arched windows. Interiors are graced with elegant layouts that provide both open-concept and private spaces enhanced by high-quality features and finishes. Residences are available from 1,812 to 2,595 square feet in size. Oxford Homes is a family builder that

works with home buyers on all aspects of development and construction. The professionals in this firm take the time to learn about the features clients are drawn to, and new innovations in design. From this, Oxford Homes combines both to create a masterpiece that both parties are truly comfortable with. To find out how affordable upscale residential near the waterfront can be yours, visit the new Model Home/Sales Office located at Scotia Road and Black River Road in Sutton. Hours are Monday to Thursday from 2 to 7 p.m.; Friday closed; Saturday and Sunday 12 to 5 p.m. For more information, call 905-235-7744; visit TheFairgrounds.ca or OxfordHomesCanada.com.

Now you can tour the brand new Model Home/Sales Centre at The Fairgrounds in Sutton

NEW RELEASE OF FREEHOLD TOWNHOMES AT MENKES’ BLOOM PARK TOWNS Looking for a well-priced townhome in a natural setting close to all the conveniences of the city? Located in an established neighbourhood north of Finch, just off Bathurst on Antibes Drive, Bloom Park Towns is a masterplanned community by Menkes adjacent to the verdant Antibes Park and G. Ross Lord Park lands system. Construction is well underway for the first phases, with move-ins started and the final phase of freehold townhomes is now available for sale. Act now for an affordably priced and smartly designed townhome in North York’s bestselling townhome community. Green spaces abound in the neighbouring sporting fields. The G. Ross Lord Park network of interconnected walking trails leads all the way to Earl Bales Park. Modern

day conveniences await at Bathurst and Finch, just north along Steeles and the Promenade Shopping Centre. Take the TTC bus along Drewry right to the Yonge Street subway line for access anywhere in the city. There’s shopping, dining, movie theatres and the North York Civic Centre close by on Yonge. The Antibes Community Centre is just down the street and all the offerings of the Sherman Campus UJA Federation of Greater Toronto are just a few blocks south on Bathurst. Sizes range from 2,039 to 2,087 sq. ft. and prices are from the high $600’s. These designforward 3 bedroom homes feature private backyards to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Every townhome has its own single car garage with a driveway and direct access from the garage to the home (as per grade).

Interiors boast open concept living spaces with 9’ ceilings on main living area, laminate flooring in living/dining rooms, European styled kitchens with granite counters and stainless steel appliances and much more. The main floor, actually the second floor from grade, provides an openconcept living/dining room with family room. A convenient powder room is also located on this level. The Bloom Park Towns presentation centre is located at 7077 Bathurst Street, Unit 1; one block north of Steeles Ave. in Thornhill and is open Monday – Wednesday from 12 noon to 7 pm, Thursday and Friday by appointment for more information on this spectacular and weekends from 12 noon to 6 pm. Visit www.menkes.com or call 416-730-1600 community. Visit today for the best selection.

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in North York’s best selling all-townhome community overlooking G. Ross Lord Park. These smartly designed townhomes range from 2,039 sq.ft. to 2,091 sq.ft., featuring 9' ceilings in main living area with open concept living spaces. The modern kitchen designs come complete with European style cabinetry and premium stainless steel appliances. No detail has been left unconsidered. ACT NOW for best prices and choice of townhomes.

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Grand Preview of The Sorrento Condominium In Richmond Hill The response has been staggering for the Sorrento Condominium! Inspired by the grand estates of the celebrated Sorrento Peninsula and Isle of Capri, The Sorrento will offer a lifestyle of old-world elegance and serenity surrounded by nature. Slated for occupancy in 2016, The Sorrento is steps from Yonge Street just south of King Road in prestigious Richmond Hill. This inspired 99-suite residence will feature soaring 9’-12’ ceilings, oversized windows and breathtaking finishes. Suites include 1 bedroom, 1 bedroom + den, 2 bedroom and the option for 2 bedroom + den and 3 bedroom suites - some featuring Europeaninspired al fresco terraces. Remarkable lifestyle amenities distinguish

this condominium and will provide its residents an enviable lifestyle with activity and serenity. From the ground floor amenity spaces to the partial green roof and terraces on the 4th floor, The Sorrento inspires a sense of beauty and elegance. A stunning lobby with Concierge will welcome in style. Residents will enjoy a workout facility, indoor swimming pool, yoga room and men’s and women’s change rooms with saunas. There is also a Party Room with kitchenette for hosting get-togethers. An elegant outdoor courtyard will invite residents to relax and socialize surrounded by landscaping and gardens. And a game of bocce is always a possibility! Amenities are just a short drive away:

shopping malls, medical facilities, restaurants, entertainment and Richmond Hill’s bustling urban centre. Right in the neighbourhood are shops, places of worship, community centres, golfing and more. The Sorrento is the creation of Armour Heights Developments. This exceptional builder is well-known for creating homes of enduring beauty throughout Toronto and the GTA including River’s Edge, The Manors of Corsica, The Amesbury Residences, The Amalfi Residences,

PAINT YOURSELF INTO THE PICTURE AT COUNTRYWIDE’S BEAUTIFUL BRUSHWOOD One of Canada’s fastest-growing municipalities, the Town of Richmond Hill is now home to a new residential neighbourhood that offers the opportunity to live in the midst of gorgeous rolling-hill topography and a wealth of modern amenities. For the perfect blend of nature and nurture, consider CountryWide Homes’ recently opened master-planned Brushwood on Bathurst community. Situated near Bathurst and King Road, on one of Richmond Hill’s last available properties lined with a rare canopy of mature trees, Brushwood provides the elusive lifestyle balance today’s busy families need. Enjoy the beauty of a neighbourhood parkette and proximity to parks, trails, equestrian farms, scenic Lake Wilcox and Sunset Beach. Appreciate the convenience of living near some of York Region’s finest shopping,

schools, restaurants, and entertainment and recreational facilities. Variety is the spice of life in this area, where you can access big-box stores, malls, boutiques, the Oak Ridges Food Market, Lago and Roberto’s Italian Bakeries, local butchers, restaurants and more. Recreate at the Bond Lake Arena and Oak Ridges Community Centre. Education ranges from many of Ontario’s most highly rated public, private and Catholic schools. In addition, it’s just a five-minute drive to the Yonge StreetKing Road amenity hub. Transit options include Highways 400 and the 404/DVP, which are only minutes away as well. CountryWide’s new community offers superb townhomes and semi-detached homes in sizes from 1,554 to 2,670 square feet. Classic architectural lines marry brick and stucco with detailed exterior moulding to create stately,

warm elevations. Large windows invite natural light to brighten these homes’ well-thoughtout interior layouts. Some of the designs feature an elevator for the epitome of lifestyle

The Manors of Bayview and Oak Ridges Retirement Residences. So visit The Sorrento today! The sales office and model suite are located at 11300 Yonge Street, south of Gamble. Hours are 1-8 pm Mon-Thurs. and 12-6 Sat., Sun & Hol.

ease. All homes include CountryWide’s unmatched attention to quality, detail, and customer service. Brushwood truly offers the pinnacle of prestigious Bathurst living. Prices begin from the lower $600s. The Presentation Centre is now open at 13049 Bathurst Street. (just north of King). For hours and more information, call 289-234-0779 or visit CountryWideHomes.ca.

CountryWide Homes recently opened the beautiful Brushwood on Bathurst community

Dreams come true in Bradford

Come see the new release and tour 6 designer decorated model homes this weekend! After the tremendous success of the community’s initial phases, Aspen Ridge Homes, Country Wide Homes, Regal Crest Homes and Rosehaven Homes are pleased

to bring a New Release to Dreamfields. With 6 breathtaking designer decorated model homes and an ideal location that lets you experience the best that Bradford has to offer, there’s never been a better time to discover the home of your dreams at Dreamfields. Dreamfields offers an exceptional selection of Freehold Townhomes, as well as 36’ & 45’ singles situated on quiet streetscapes. Homes are of solid brick construction with many homes offering accents of stone, Hardie siding and stucco accents.

Interiors are thoughtfully laid out for maximum comfort, style and overall liveability. Open concept main floors offer effortless flow between living and dining areas, family rooms and spacious gourmet kitchens. Upstairs, master suites provide a luxurious retreat, with spa-inspired ensuite bathrooms and expansive walk-in closets, while the remaining bedrooms offer ample space for the whole family. Dreamfields is ideally located to offer a host of convenient urban and natural amenities, all just minutes away. There’s plenty of great shopping and dining options nearby with Walmart, Sobeys, Swiss Chalet, Akita Sushi and much more within easy driving distance. There are a number of great public and Catholic elementary

and secondary schools in the area, not to mention exceptional recreation amenities such as the Bradford Sports Dome, which is right down the street. Nature lovers will enjoy the convenient proximity to Scanlon Creek Conservation Area. Offering hiking, cycling, bird watching and group camping, Scanlon Creek is the perfect place to enjoy a wilderness outing. Golfers will love the challenging course at Bradford Highlands Golf Club, and commuters will enjoy convenient access to Highway 400 and Bradford GO Station, both of which offer easy access to the GTA. The New Release at Dreamfields is Now Open. To learn more about Dreamfields and its builders visit Dreamfieldsbradford. com today.

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THE SORRENTO IS NOW OPEN

EUROSTYLE CONDOMINIUMS FROM THE HIGH $300’s TO OVER $600,000 It’s the Grand Public Preview of The Sorrento in Richmond Hill’s esteemed Oak Ridges neighbourhood! Exquisite one to three-bedroom condominium suites up to 1,380 sq.ft., some with Mediterranean-inspired al fresco terraces. A lifestyle of old-world elegance and serenity surrounded by nature. Visit today for the best selection of suites and tour our designer decorated model. KING RD

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• 5 golf courses minutes away • Steps to Main Street Stouffville • Arts & Culture • Restaurants & Entertainment • Sports & Recreation • Hiking Trails • Wineries • Shopping • Heritage Railway • All Amenities • Walk to Transit • 3 Minutes to GO Station • 10 Minutes to Hwy 404 • 15 Minutes to Hwy 407 • Indoor Swimming Pool, Fitness Room & Whirlpool • Library • Games & Media Room • Lounge

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Geranium breaks out the bubbly on second estate home community in Ballantrae Geranium Homes recently celebrated the completion of site services and the start of house construction for Copperstone, the company’s second estate-style neighbourhood in Ballantrae. Copperstone opened for sale in 2013 and within 10 months, 17 of the 18 lots were sold at prices above $1.1 million. Twostorey and bungalows-with-loft designs were developed for the irregular ½-acre parcels ensuring an individuality for each home in this cul-de-sac community situated 10 minutes north of Stouffville and close to Aurora. Only one home remains, priced at $1,295,000. Copperstone is an architecturally controlled community with beautiful exteriors of clay brick, structural precast stone, low-maintenance Hardie Board siding and trim, decorative mouldings and accent features. Sumptuous interiors offer light-filled kitchens with oversized windows. Designs may feature a Music or Morning room, a library and double master bedroom suites. Each home has a covered rear porch or loggia, and most have a main-level mudroom and separate laundry. Notable features include 9-foot ceilings on main and second floors; 8-foot in the basement. Other luxury details (all as per plan) are oak stairs with upgraded pickets; granite tile and hardwood flooring; upgraded kitchens with Bosch Appliances and granite countertops; and central air-conditioning. Beautiful details in trim and coffered, tray

and waffle ceilings, as per plan. Great rooms have a gas fireplace with a choice of elegant plaster mantle and surround. Geranium Homes is known for its superior construction materials and methods. Homes here will be Energy Star® for New Homes labelled with third-party verification and energy savings. At the leading edge of conservation initiatives, Copperstone homes will have the rough-in plumbing for a grey water reuse system, to conserve water and energy savings for future residents. Geranium Homes will be launching a new cul-de-sac estate home community of ¾-acre lots at 9th line and Bloomington in the near future. Geranium Homes was BILD’s 2012 Home Builder of The Year and Canadian Home Builder Association’s Grand Sam Award Winner. The Housing Division of Geranium Corporation, one of Ontario’s few fully integrated land development and building companies, Geranium has been developing and building family communities across Southern Ontario for more than 36 years. Copperstone site is located on Lakeshore Road on the east side of Highway 48, (8 km north of Stouffville), in Ballantrae. Presentation Centre at Forest Trail Estates on the west side of Highway 48, south of Lakeshore Road. Hours: Weekends from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., or by appointment. 905-6421900 geraniumhomes.com

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In prestigious Woodbridge, Falconcrest Homes and Graywood Developments are teaming up to introduce The Residences at Pebble Creek. Coming soon is a limited collection of executive townhomes situated in the heart of Woodbridge, in an exclusive lush ravine enclave tucked into a wellforested area. Residents will feel like they are a million miles away, yet will actually be only minutes from Woodbridge’s downtown core and its charming amenities including restaurants, parks, shopping, cinemas, grocery stores, excellent schools and more. The setting is simply unmatched in the GTA for pure beauty and privacy. By popular demand, The Residences at Pebble Creek is a community where stately brownstone exteriors will frame the luxurious interiors. The developers ran a contest to determine whether buyers in this area would prefer classic or contemporary architecture, and classic won out. The homes’ timeless Victorian-inspired designs will feature attractive highlights that range from brickand-stone cladding to sloping rooflines and trimmed peaked gables. Large windows will ensure an ample amount of natural light to

Stately brownstone exteriors will frame the luxurious interiors

flow through the living areas throughout the day. A limited collection of these unique homes will be available in this sought-after address near the corner of Highway 7 and Pine Valley Drive. Prices will start from the upper $600,000s. Purchasers will be able to customize their homes with luxuries such as elevators for effortless access between

upper and lower levels. Falconcrest Homes has been creating exquisite new home communities for more than 40 years and has earned a reputation for excellence in all facets of design and construction quality. Graywood Developments specializes in the development of real estate properties of exceptional distinction, including The Ritz

Carlton Hotel and Residences at The Ritz Carlton, Toronto. Find your perfect Woodbridge home at the much-anticipated opening of The Residences at Pebble Creek. Register now to get your personal invitation to the Priority Registration Selling Event. Visit LiveatPebbleCreek.com or call 416-7987070.

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Live life luxuriously at The Residences at Pebble Creek

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If what you are looking for is that majestic luxurious high-end home in an amazing GTA location, treat yourself to a tantalizing visit to Kleinburg Crown Estates, presented by Caliber Homes, SkyHomes and Monarch. The community is located at Major Mackenzie Drive and Timber Creek Boulevard, and now you can tour spectacular model homes that were recently unveiled at the “Triple Crown Model Home Show and Savor the Harvest”

event. See for yourself why these manorinspired residences are creating such a stir in the luxury home market. Notice how the lush ravine setting in this prestigious neighbourhood frames the extraordinary community of estate homes 42’, 50’ and 60’ lots. Take a drive around and appreciate the many recreational, cultural and educational amenities found within minutes. Kleinburg is home to trendy shops, quaint cafés and galleries including

the world-renowned McMichael Canadian Art Collection, which boasts an impressive array of works by the Group of Seven. The stunning vista created by the homes’ exterior artistry will be enhanced by extensive landscaping and interlock driveway packages. You will marvel at the breathtaking architectural designs and layouts the interiors have to offer. Among Ontario’s finest builders, Caliber, SkyHomes and Monarch each bring a wealth of experience and architectural flair to this picturesque community. CALIBER HOMES Caliber invites you to customize your home with a limited-time upgrade package valued at up to $50,000 in luxury features and finishes. Prices begin from $799,990. Model Home/Sales Centre: 221

Timber Creek Boulevard; 905-52-1040; CaliberHomes.ca. SKYHOMES You will also find a limited-time Upgrade Bonus Package valued at up to $50,000 from SkyHomes, which offers 42’, 50’ and 60’, with Phase 2 lots now available. Prices begin from $799,990. SkyHomes’ beautiful Model Home/Sales Centre: 1 Tiburon Trail Boulevard; 905-832-0339; SkyHomes.ca. MONARCH Discover upscale 50’ detached homes from Monarch, which offers two model homes to tour. For a limited time, Monarch’s Dream Home Bonus Package is worth up to $75,000. Create a dream basement or dream kitchen and bath with luxurious upgrades. Prices begin from just over $1 million. Model Home/Sales Centre: 165 Timber Creek Boulevard; 416-495-3513; MonarchGroup.net.

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Gorgeous new models to tour at Kleinburg Crown Estates

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Lakeside views meets city living

Fairwater is where city life and lake views connect – it’s your dream home in your ultimate location. Featuring only 51 luxurious estate homes, this family-friendly community brings you close to the joys of lakeside living in Pickering, while staying within minutes of downtown, key highways, cycling trails, GO Transit and prestigious schools such as Dunbarton High School. Why choose nature over city living when you can have both?

VISIT OUR MODEL HOME 525 Park Crescent, Pickering

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