Luxury Condo & Hotel Residences - Fall 2012

FALL 2012

Condo & Hotel Residences

the CITY’S BEST at YOUR DOORSTEP CHAZ.YORKVILLE by 45 Charles Ltd and Edenshaw Homes

GRAND ENTRANCES: LUXURY LOBBIES

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Photo courtesy of Exhibit residences by Bazis inc., metropia & plaza

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editor’s note

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editor’s pick

crazy for cobalt

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10 12 market news

luxury condo market report

hotel spotlight

high-end design at the surrey hotel & spa

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design details

foodie

luxury living

the best of the best in toronto’s luxury condos

luxury lobbies in the spotlight

pumpkin ricotta gnocchi dough

around the world with dsquared2

jacky hill

Dionne Fraser

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terry bassett

VP Wall2Wall Media

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susan maxwell

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Associate Publisher SWO New Home and condo Guide & Lifestyle Communities susan.maxwell@wall2wallmedia.com 416.580.1654

Senior Account Executive home décor and renovations sue.zarovski@wall2wallmedia.com 416.626.4873

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editor’s note

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hot in the city Condomania. Can we handle the heat?

It’s been a hot summer in Canada’s largest city in more ways than one.

Like Toronto’s near-record temperatures, the luxury real estate market, in particular the condo sector, continues to post impressive numbers. And while condo sales in general have started to cool off after several record-setting years, the question is, will the appetite for luxurious condo residences in Toronto continue? We asked the experts – check out Wayne Karl’s Market News story on page 10 for details.

In this issue there are several new features, including a walk-through of The Surrey hotel in NYC courtesy of Yanic Simard, plus a fresh, seasonal dish from local chef Mark McEwan.

Also ahead, Elisa Krovblit takes you on a tour of Toronto’s most stellar lobbies, and fresh from their hosting gig at the final MAC Viva Glam Fashion Cares event is Canadian fashion duo DSQUARED2, Silvana Longo spoke to Dean and Dan about fashion, luxury and where they’d love to live.

Speaking of hot, this issue was researched and curated during the heat of the summer with the help of a stellar team who sweated it out in between publishing our other popular publications: New Condo Guide; New Home Guide; Renters Guide and Home Décor & Renovations as well as working on several other exciting new projects. We are fortunate to have a great team at Wall2Wall Media!

We hope you enjoy our fall issue. If you have any questions or comments please write to us. We’d love to hear from you.

Susan Legge editor-in-chief | National Real Estate | susan.legge@wall2wallmedia.com | susan legge

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my inspiration

EDITOR’S PICK

MY INSPIRATION

DSQUARED2 FALL/WINTER 2012 COLLECTION Cobalt blue 100 per cent wool coat.

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THE RINGWOLD PAPERS BP1649 $245 per 11-yard roll. Visit farrow-ball.com

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BE DARING

be cobalt

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Vibrant, deep and bold — cobalt blue is the colour found in the mesmerizing Grecian seas — and it’s making a major statement in fashion as well as décor this season. For high contrast and a classic French Country feel, pair cobalt with white, or tone it down with a neutral like pale grey for a more contemporary look. Whether it’s a main piece or accessory, cobalt will always be the focal point of any room.

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ELA MILCK CLUTCH IN COBALT $298. Visit holtrenfrew.com

GUNDU CARPET. 100 PER CENT WOOL, HANDMADE IN NEPAL $4,519.80. Visit amalacarpets.com

MOSAICO TILE, COBALT. VETRINA COLLECTION $39.95 per sq. ft. Visit ciot.com

FIJI VASE FROM THE SOMMERSI ARTGLASS COLLECTION Euro 2,760. Visit venini.com

ROMANO LAMP

$809. Visit ethanallen.com

DAKOTA SOFA

Starts at $5,325 based on fabric selection.

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36HAZELTON

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Unquestionably the finest location for a new luxury condominium in Toronto. Located on a quiet residential street in the heart of Toronto’s most posh neighbourhood.

Featuring a masterfully restored heritage facade and intimate boutique design, 36Hazelton is a project that will never be duplicated.

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Market News

luxury condos

A class all their own in the Toronto market by wayne karl

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rospective condo buyers in Toronto might not be surprised to learn that market conditions have been less than stellar over the last few months.

But for those who are looking at the luxury segment, hear this: reports of ill-health have been greatly exaggerated.

“You can’t have record quarters and record years forever,” Hunter Milborne, partner in Sotheby’s International Realty Canada, told Luxury Condo & Hotel Residences.

And Milborne would know.

With more than 35 years of experience in the business, the “Dean of Condos” has marketed and sold more than 400 developments including residential and hotel condos, commercial condos, resort and investment properties.

“The market has definitely cooled somewhat, but it’s certainly not falling. And actually it’s a good thing for a market to self-correct rather than overheat.”

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Further proof of the strength of the segment is that the proportion of the luxury market sold in total has grown over the 12-month period. In the second quarter of 2012, luxury developments were 85-per-cent sold, compared to 80-per-cent sold in the second quarter of 2011.

In the overall Toronto condo market, the second quarter of 2012 saw sales of new units decline 21 per cent from the first quarter of 2012, according to the latest market overview from Urbanation Inc., a condo market research company. That represents a cooling in anyone’s books.

On the resale side, however, secondquarter 2012 sales jumped 30 per cent over the first quarter, and nine per cent over the second quarter of 2011.

The good news is that the luxury category – typified by very well qualified buyers and a slightly

different market dynamic – is doing quite well, thank you very much.

“After comparing our current quarter (Q2-2012) numbers to a year ago (Q2-2011), the luxury market has held its own in the last 12 months,” says Pauline Lierman, senior research analyst at Urbanation.

In fact, the size of the market – defined as units priced at more than $800 per square foot (psf ) with associated luxury finishes and features – has actually grown from 2,670 units (16 projects) in Q2-2011 to 3,493 units (19 projects) in Q2-2012, or up 31 per cent. Average pricing has remained fairly steady, up one per cent to an average $927 psf in Q2-2012.

Further proof of the strength of the segment is that the proportion of the luxury market sold in total has grown over the 12-month period. In the second quarter of 2012, luxury developments were 85-per-cent sold, compared to 80-per-cent sold in the second quarter of 2011. Compare this to the overall Toronto market, which was 84-per-cent sold in Q2-2011, and fell to 79-per-cent sold in Q2-2012.

So, given the stability and overall health of the luxury condo market, where should prospective buyers be looking for opportunities?

Whereas the first phase of the luxe category in Toronto was centred around Bay and Adelaide – highlighted by marquee projects such as Trump International Hotel & Tower and Shangri-La with hundreds of units – boutique condos in midtown Yorkville are the trend. These include buildings with less than 50 units, such as 133 Hazelton, The Perry and 36 Hazelton, says Lierman.

The former category features units typically measuring 2,500 sq. ft. and priced at about $2.5 million, while the latter offerings are 800 to 1,300 sq. ft. and priced at $650,000 and up.

Most Torontonians looking to get into the luxury condo segment would prefer midtown (Bloor-Yorkville) over downtown (Bay and Adelaide), Milborne says, due to amenities and general location. Midtown boasts excellent proximity to high-end shops, restaurants and other cultural attractions, while the downtown is in the heart of the financial district.

Cases in point: midtown projects Museum House at 204 Bloor St. W., the Yorkville Plaza at Avenue Road and Yorkville, and the Four Seasons, at 50 Yorkville St. “Those have all sold quite well through the summer,” he says.

Looking ahead over the next three to six months, Milborne says he wouldn’t be surprised if sales volume is down somewhat from the previous few years. He also expects prices to be flat, but because of what’s going on in the overall economy and the condo market in general – not because there is a severe oversupply in the luxury category.

“The market just needs to catch up,” he says.

a tale of two markets

A selection of projects underway in Toronto’s two key luxury condo areas downtown

midtown

Trump International 325 Bay St.

133 Hazelton

Shangri-La Toronto 180 University Ave. Ritz-Carlton 183 Wellington St. W.

133 Hazelton Ave.

36 Hazelton 36 Hazelton Ave.

Exhibit 192 Bloor St. W

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design spotlight

living luxury

boutique style photos courtesy of the surrey hotel & spa

By yanic simard

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I’ve always dreamed of living in a hotel, and during a recent stay at my favourite accommodation in New York City, The Surrey Hotel & Spa, I decided to really take note this time of the unique design aspects that this luxe accommodation exudes. Located in the Upper East Side of Manhattan, near the scenic Central Park and many prominent boutique shops, this 1920s style Beaux-Arts designed residential townhouse is one of the finest, quaintest hotels that the city – or the world – has to offer. I wanted to bring it all back with me to share with you and give you a little piece of heaven – a place that you should all treat yourself to and stay at one day.

There are features of the transitional design that stand out immediately, like the extensive artwork collection – particularly the oversized piece of Kate Moss that greets you as you enter the lavish lobby, setting the tone for your entire stay and what’s to come. The subtle and sultry expression on her face says it all. And then there are other features that aren’t so noticeable right away, but when you recognize them you fully appreciate them, and like I’m known to say, “it’s all in the details.”

As you go through the hotel’s common areas and down the halls that lead you to your home away from home, you notice that one common colour scheme is carried throughout. The mix of grey, cream, white and tan with dark and medium-toned woods create a soothing palette that make for a true homey feel, in conjunction with the highly stylish yet extremely comfortable furnishings.

This scheme is carried right down the halls with the painted faux wainscotting through to the hotel rooms themselves, which is where I drew most of my inspiration from and noticed many of the smaller details I made point of earlier.

Not one square foot of the interior of this structure was left unnoticed or untouched. The intricate doorknobs, carefully picked hardware, substantial baseboard, ceiling detail, art deco grid vent covers, door profiles and bevelled door panels are just the start of the list of particulars that The Surrey’s got covered. They even matched the subtle chevron pattern of the wall covering material behind the headboard to that of the throw on the bed.

I really adore how they mix the lighting too – each room has a carefully selected array of sconces, floor lamps, table lamps and pot lights, ready to set any mood you like with their pre-set options for activities such as reading or television watching, or you can control them yourself with dimmers and switches conveniently but discreetly located throughout the suite.

The layout and positioning of the furniture is another aspect that I also found to be extremely well-thought out. Each suite radiates the feeling that everything is exactly where it should be, with well-defined areas in a more open type of concept (sitting, working, sleeping, kitchen, eating). Each room feels perfectly filled and layered with pieces – nothing lacking, nothing owing.

And last but not least, the bathroom – or should I say the ensuite spa. These beautifully designed bathrooms are just as comparable to their world-acclaimed Cornelia Spa. Just about every inch of these generously sized rooms are covered

by exquisite Calacatta marble — from the floors, the walls and the vanities, the mix of patterns (brick and straight lay) and tile sizes — and they all scream opulence. The oversized mirrors, mix of lighting, rain shower, soaker tub and chrome finishes collectively equal one of the most beautifully designed hotel bathrooms you’ll ever see.

Now that I have found my love for The Surrey, I also find that it’s the main reason I keep going back to New York City – besides my work of course! I’ve always dreamed of living in a hotel.

And if I did, it would be the boutique hotel, The Surrey. But for now, it’s just a dream that I can take parts of the luxury boutique hotel home by implementing some of their wellappointed features and design ideas into my own space.

Yanic Simard Yanic is the design editor of New Condo Guide and principal designer of Toronto Interior Design Group. Specializing in residential and commercial projects, Yanic often applies his signature high/ low and old/new combination techniques in developing his unique designs. He has created designs for clients in Toronto, Montreal and Miami, and appears as a regular guest expert on Citytv’s CityLine. Visit tidg.ca for more information.

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market snapshots

Toronto’s newest addresses are beginning to take shape

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hanks to a buoyant real estate market, Toronto is in the midst of creating some of the most desirable and enviable addresses in the world.

Our builders, designers and architects can boast that they are indeed among the best and brightest on the world stage.

However, there is a limited number of such prime

locations available, and many of these projects are now under construction and nearing sold-out status.

The fall market promises to stay the course as far as sales in the luxury product category are concerned, so have a look at these incomparable condominium residences that are currently for sale and be sure to drop by and see them for yourself.

the bond Lifetime Developments The architect Core Architects The designer Tomas Pearce Interior Design Consulting The scoop

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Like a diamond in the rough, The Bond Condominiums is a gem in Toronto’s burgeoning Entertainment District. A vision of translucent glass and steel with balconies punctuating its gleaming façade, the 40-storey tower from Lifetime Developments is setting a new height for luxury in downtown Toronto.

Set within a distinctive podium, the marble and leather-clad lobby accented with majestic columns, lush planting and artwork will greet The Bond’s residents and guests before they head up to the tower’s suites, designed with layouts that range from efficient studios to expansive three-bedrooms.

The Bond’s 369 suites each boast nine-foot ceilings with floorto-ceiling windows, spacious balconies and the option for designerselected pre-finished engineered flooring in principal rooms.

The contemporary kitchens feature custom-designed cabinetry

by Tomas Pearce IDC, choice of natural stone or quartz countertops and state-of-the-art European-style appliances.

A double-height yoga studio, outdoor pool and hot tub, and sun lounge equipped with a juice bar island will provide all the additional pampering residents and guests at The Bond will ever need.

The details

171 East Liberty St., Suite 124 t 416.546.7525 w www.thebond.ca

Exhibit Residences Bazis Inc., Metropia, Plaza TMG Builders The architect Rosario Varacalli of r. Varacalli Architect Inc. the designer Diego Burdi of Burdifilek The scoop

Exhibit is perfectly situated in one of Toronto’s most sought-after locations, Bloor and Avenue Road, within easy walking distance of luxury boutiques and specialty shops such as Tiffany’s, Gucci, Chanel, Prada and Holt Renfrew, as well as delightful dining and entertainment on Bloor and in Yorkville.

Exhibit will rise up as four cubes, each slightly rotated and veiled with fritted glass. It will artfully complement, and contrast with the brilliant Royal Ontario Museum crystal structure, located across the street, and the distinctively vibrant Bloor/Yorkville lifestyle.

Each of the four cubes that comprise Exhibit is like a building onto itself, with each cube showcasing uniquely different Limited Edition suite collections and singular advantages.

Soaring above all, Cube Four features the residence’s most breathtaking everlasting panoramic views in all directions. Suites have been crafted with an exquisite attention to detail, with wrap-around windows and balconies and grand oversized terraces, as well as European-inspired kitchens outfitted with Subzero, Wolf and Miele appliances.

The details

162 Cumberland St. t 416.967.7778 w www.exhibitresidences.com

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THE URBAN TOWNHOME COLLECTION PEMBERTON GROUP The architect architectsAlliance The scoop

Discerning purchasers will soon have the rare opportunity to own an exquisite townhome on Bay Street, surrounded by the lush grounds and historic buildings of the St. Michael’s campus of the University of Toronto, steps from Bloor-Yorkville. Comprised of 19 unique designs, The Urban Townhome Collection will anchor U Condominiums’ two contemporary highrise towers that are part of this Pemberton Group community currently under construction between St. Mary and St. Joseph Streets.

The Urban Townhome Collection will be priced from $2.5 million, and these sophisticated homes will range in size from 2,350 sq. ft. (plus 677 sq. ft. rooftop terrace) to 3,288 sq. ft. (plus 255 sq. ft. rooftop terrace). Life here includes 24-hour concierge service provided from U Condominiums’ elegant three-storey lobby, and townhome entry doors with a security system that can be viewed by the owners and concierge.

Townhome residents will have the benefit of access to the community’s 4,500 square feet of amenities, including the party room with a wrap-around terrace and 360-degree city views, a library, billiards room and fitness centre with steam rooms.

Magnificent spaces are defined by stunning kitchens, luxurious ensuites, a private elevator and dedicated underground garage.

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181 Davenport Mizrahi Developments The architect Page and Steele Architects The designer Brian Gluckstein Designers The scoop

This is where you can live in the heart of Yorkville, Toronto’s exciting midtown neighbourhood, and yet be removed from it at the same time in your own sanctuary of soundproof windows, graceful proportions and elegant living that Mizrahi Developments has become known for.

Every unit can be custom-designed to suit your needs so you can live exactly as you want. With nine-foot ceilings, solid wood doors, generous terraces and balconies and an attention to detail demanded by Mizrahi Developments’ unique international certification, the residences of 181 Davenport are designed to be an integral part of this elegant quarter of Toronto.

Amenities include a 24/7 concierge, professionally trained and uniformed, who looks after every need; valet parking; an entertainment suite with catering kitchen; a private cinema with popcorn maker; a luxurious fitness retreat; and overnight accommodations for guests. Located in upper Yorkville, 181 Davenport is within walking distance of European shops, restaurants, galleries and museums in a heritage neighbourhood of Victorian charm. A classic sweep of limestone, 181 Davenport is a style of living that is among the last of its kind in this neighbourhood.

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The details

181 Davenport Road t 416.927.0181 w www.181davenport.com

133 Hazelton Mizrahi Developments The architect Page and Steele Architects the designer Brain Gluckstein Designers The scoop

Some buildings have an old soul, and you can feel it as soon as you step through the front door. There’s something about the architectural details – elegant 10 ft. ceilings, deep baseboards, coffered ceilings, curved walls, solid doors – that make a home feel as though it was built at a time when craftsmanship was almost a moral ethic.

133 Hazelton is a pale limestone building of 35 custom-designed residences in a quiet corner of Toronto’s Yorkville midtown neighbourhood of Victorian charm, steps from some of the city’s most popular restaurants, boutiques, galleries and museums.

Large terraces with indoor-outdoor fireplaces are the perfect setting for dinner parties under the summer stars. A tradition of oldworld hospitality is part of what Mizrahi Developments has become known for, making life in their buildings feel as though you’ve taken up residence in a favourite European boutique hotel. A concierge takes care of every need. An entertainment suite with a living room and dining room, with adjoining catering kitchen, makes large gathering easy to host. There’s a private cinema; a spa-like fitness centre; overnight guest accommodations; and ample underground parking. Currently under construction, occupancy is 2014.

The details

185 Davenport Road t 416.926.9900 w www.hazelton.com FALL 2012 luxury condo & hotel residences

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Chaz.Yorkville 45 Charles Ltd and Edenshaw Homes Limited the architect Page+Steele/IBI Group Architects The designer Cecconi Simone Inc. The scoop

Offering the ultimate in urban unique, Chaz.Yorkville invites purchasers to elevate their living standard to luxury in one of Toronto’s hottest residences – the newly released Sky Residences. The highly successful Chaz.Yorkville condominium by 45 Charles Ltd. and Edenshaw Homes Limited has started construction on Charles Street, close to the Bloor-Yonge intersection and in one of the city’s most desirable locations. World-renowned shops such as Holt Renfrew, Tiffany & Co., Cartier, Gucci, Hermès, Louis Vuitton and Prada are literally steps away. Residents will also be able to walk to the University of Toronto, Queen’s Park, the Royal Ontario Museum and more. Amidst all of this convenience, Chaz.Yorkville will sit on a tranquil, pedestrian-friendly side street.

The pièce de résistance is truly the Chaz Club, a fabulous two-storey architectural concrete element that cantilevers out from the south side of the 36th and 37th floors and houses the Residents’ Private Chaz Club, where sophisticated socializing is a natural in the lounge and bar. The balcony will offer residents an unprecedented view of the city skyline. Entertaining will be ideally accommodated in the grand room, plus the private dining room can seat up to 20 and accommodate a chef-catered event. This special element will be illuminated at night for a dramatic effect.

The details Site Address 45 Charles Street East Sales office address 101 Yorkville Avenue t 416.922.0045 w www.CHAZyorkville.com

One Bloor Great Gulf The architect Hariri Pontarini Architects The designer Cecconi Simone The scoop

Now 90 per cent sold, construction is well underway on Great Gulf’s multiaward-winning flagship condominium residence, One Bloor. Situated at the intersection of Yonge and Bloor in Toronto, this coveted residential destination includes direct subway access to two subway lines and residents will be able to walk to hundreds of restaurants, cafés, the Royal Ontario Museum and high-fashion boutiques and designer shops of Bloor-Yorkville.

This outstanding development includes 100,000 sq. ft. of new retail on three levels along Yonge and Bloor; 27,000 sq. ft. of unique Cecconi Simonedesigned indoor and outdoor amenities; and 19,000 sq. ft. of outdoor space designed by Janet Rosenberg + Associates. Spectacular amenities include a year-round indoor/outdoor pool, landscaped terraces with fireplaces, worldclass fitness facilities, spa and relaxation areas, a series of lounges (fireplace look-out, TV and day bed), two sculpture gardens, a bar, private dining room with caterers’ kitchen, and billiards room with TV/bar and kitchenette.

The suites offer stunning standard features including approx. nine-ft. ceilings; pre-finished engineered flooring; kitchens and bathrooms with Cecconi Simone-designed cabinetry; and more as per plan. There is a new release of suites starting from the low-$500’s.

The details

33 Bloor Street East, Suite 105 t 416.922.0081 w www.onebloor.com

Lago at the Waterfront Monarch Corporation the architect Graziani + Corazza Architects The scoop

Jetting 49 storeys up from a three-storey podium masterpiece, Lago marks a groundbreaking chapter in Monarch’s landmark masterplanned condominium community. The tower captures the magnificence of downtown Toronto and Lake Ontario, with forever views from sunrise to sunset.

Complete with continuous wrap-around balconies that anchor the building’s distinctive look, witness the beauty of the outdoors from within your home.

Discover Lago’s extensive collection of exceptional amenities, from the exclusive Lago Club to the splashy H20 Fitness Centre. And just outside the doors, the lake awaits, trails wind off into the distance, and neighbourhood shops and restaurants invite you to indulge.

The extraordinary suites at Lago offer you a professionally designed palette of standard options that help create bedroom retreats, bathroom oases and dream kitchens.

The details

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The Perry Mansouri Living The architect Young & Wright/IBI Group the designer The Design Agency The scoop

The Perry is not only a building, it’s a lifestyle. Steps from the liveliness of Yorkville and Bloor, yet grounded in the classic neighbourhood of Ave. & Dav., The Perry offers the best of intimate boutique living in the heart of the city.

The Perry houses a rare collection of only 45 suites, each a fitting tribute to spaciousness and architectural refinement, with dramatic views of Avenue Road Hill, Ramsden Park and the Downtown skyline.

Suites range from 540 to over 3,000 sq. ft., each with grand terraces or balconies. Poliform kitchens, wardrobes and vanities as well as Gaggenau appliances are standard features in every residence.

The boutique amenities include a library, private dining with caterer’s kitchen, piano lounge and serenity garden. Naturally, residents’ security and convenience are of utmost importance, with full service concierge available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

In addition to 24/7 concierge, The Perry offers each suite a one-year membership to the global services of Quintessentially, a leading luxury Private Member’s Club, covering every facet of the luxury lifestyle market, including travel, real estate, wine, art, luxury retail, events and more.

The first building of its kind in North America, The Perry is truly a desirable address.

The details

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The Upper Canada State Building Group/Madison Homes The architect E.I. Richmond Architects the designer Tomas Pearce Interior Design Consulting The scoop

Developed by State Building Group and Madison Homes, The Upper Canada is an elegant collection of condominium residences offering affordable luxury steps from the mansions and tree-lined streetscapes of Forest Hill.

Comprised of a limited number of suites and ranging in size up to 3,000 sq. ft., The Upper Canada features a sleek and contemporary façade of timeless precast, classic brick and expansive tinted glass. You will be greeted by a 24/7 concierge and a grand lobby that offers a truly impressive sense of comfort and arrival. The Upper Canada provides all the amenities one would expect in a residence of this quality. The party room/ lounge features an equipped caterer’s kitchen and adjoining private dining room with walkout access to a beautifully landscaped terrace. A swimming pool with hot tub, fitness centre, fully furnished conference room and furnished guest suite contribute to the appeal of this lifestyle.

The Upper Canada is conveniently located on Avenue Rd., just south of Lonsdale, a short walk from the shops and cafés of Forest Hill “Village”.

Spacious and elegant by design, each suite features finely appointed designer kitchens with premium stainless steel appliances, an inviting den, master bedroom with spa-like master ensuite as well as oversized balconies or terraces. Welcome Home to The Upper Canada Condominium.

The details

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36Hazelton ALTERRA GROUP OF COMPANIES & ZINC DEVELOPMENTS The architect QUADRANGLE The designer Alex Chapman from Union31 The scoop Restored. Renewed. Revived.

The masterful incorporation of the restored heritage façade and contemporary design of this intimate condo residence renews and revives a landmark in the heart of the most prestigious street in Toronto this is 36Hazelton.

Effortlessly nestled within a tree-lined residential street, with only 19 unparalleled homes, this most coveted address is designed for the truly distinctive homeowner.

Residents of 36Hazelton will enjoy the luxuries of its astounding architectural details, unrivalled location, unsurpassable level of finish and a truly unique design – living in the very heart of Toronto’s most posh neighbourhood home to Canada’s most exclusive shops, restaurants, and galleries.

The design of 36Hazelton offers homeowners one-of-a-kind distinctive configurations with no unit being the same. With elegant open-concept layouts, 10-foot ceilings and custom finishes, each of the units features a generous balcony or terrace. The outdoor spaces range from roughly 160 to 1,300 square feet, while the penthouse has 2,881 square feet of outdoor space on two levels.

This seven-storey condominium development with a striking stepped terraced design is the epitome of exclusivity and unquestionably one of the finest locations for luxury condominiums in Toronto.

Construction is now underway – visit the presentation centre and design gallery for further project information and suite availability.

The details

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DesiGn deTAiLs e condominium baZis internationaL econdos.ca

“The drama of the spaces, themselves, makes them high impact,” says Mike Niven, principal of Mike Niven Interior Design. “Design, materials and detail are what makes luxury.”

Two lobbies, one an elevator lobby and the other a reception, each utilize their shape and sheer size to create decadence.

Inspiration came from Niven’s travels and experience with upscale brands in both retail and boutique branded hotels – like the Armani Hotel & Resort. E Condominium exudes that lavish opulence, but it’s a very different statement from the typical luxury community – it’s its own brand – perfectly matching its clientele and surrounding community.

A wall of windows offers an eyeful as you approach the entry. Niven comments that, “For

an intimate space, it’s got a lot going on.” Playing with angles and creating a sculptural space, a fibre optic chandelier dramatically rains down from the soaring ceilings. Burnished stainless steel and walnut wall panels paired with granite floors set the stage for the concierge’s desk, a polished metal underlit sculpture seemingly floating above the floor. Etched custom glass panels sparkle, adding texture and magically at play with light.

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where one can catch a glimpse at the style and luxury of the suites and amenities beyond – but where only the initiated may venture on. It’s got to be well-designed and it’s got to make the right impression.

While you won’t spend a vast amount of your time in the lobby, its impact and its function are undeniable.

It is a grand space to welcome you and your guests into the building. It’s a transitional space to remove you from the hustle and bustle of the day and bring you into the comforts of home.

It’s a command post for the concierge, who may be taking packages and making arrangements for

THe LObby. iT’s JUsT LiKe THe VeLVeT ROPe,

you while overseeing a host of requests from other residents, all while maintaining the security and serenity of the building and the community. It’s a perch where you can wait for your ride or linger awhile with guests. Ultimately, it’s the first impression of the building – and you know what they say about first impressions.

There are some fabulous lobbies in the GTA’s condo scene. Some exude a quiet, understated elegance while others indulge in über-cool opulence. Some offer a gallery-like feel, playing with art and light while others are invigorated with a pop-cult decadence. There’s a style for every lifestyle.

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Dan Menchions, principal of II by IV Design Associates, says the inspiration for the grandeur to be found at Trump International Hotel and Residences Toronto came from a swatch of vintage fabric. The concept: champagne and caviar. The quintessential symbols of luxury are the epitome of the design at Trump International – and champagne and caviar have never yet looked this beautiful.

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ii by iv DesiGn assoc. for Trump international

The palette of champagne – “cream on cream on cream,” as Menchions describes it – is paired with the richness and gloss of caviar-inspired black in the residential sky lobby on the 32nd floor. With not one, but two lobbies to design, the dual colour palette has provided maximum effect. The main-floor lobby, a lobby for hotel guests and condo residents to pass through is the flip – a sleek and chic combo of black on black on black with cream accents.

Ornate patterns, from the print in the flooring to the square detailing in the screens, were designed by the talented II by IV team. In fact, every element was custom designed, creating pattern repetition in different areas and materials throughout the entire building. It brings flow and smooth transition as guests and residents move from space to space, from the moment they valet their car in the porte-cochère to the moment they slip through the door of their suite.

The residential lobby features white onyx slab walls. Hand-carved patterns and reliefs have a vintage authenticity.

Polished Nero Assoluto granite surrounds windows and elevators, creating portals.

The brushed stainless steel with white enamel on elevator doors again exudes that vintage whimsy.

The location alone – the 32nd floor – sets the stage for these mansions in the sky, where the view is reserved for this elite group of residents. Serviced by a professional concierge entrusted with the needs and requests of residents, a gem of decadence is the full fridge at this station, where one can ensure one’s drink of choice, for oneself or one’s guest, is at hand and perfectly mixed and tempered – upon arrival.

auRa at colleGe PaRK canDereL stoneriDGe collegeparkcondos.com

The lobby of Aura at College Park is designed as a series of spaces to transition from the public to the private. It’s a massive space, spanning a quarter of a city block. The Gallery, entering from the park, is a light and airy space with a lofty 35-foot ceiling. Sculpture and dramatic works of art ranging up to 10.5 by 4.5 metres offer an impressive setting and have just as much impact from the park through expansive windows. Honed and polished black granite benches, both in the gallery and outside in the park offer the opportunity to sit and enjoy gallery pieces.

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With porcelain and stone complementing the tower’s façade carrying through each of the series of rooms that creates the lobby, the second room – The Lounge – brings residents into a more intimate space as opposed to The Gallery which is exposed and has the sense of being a public space. Burrowed walnut wall panels and a lower drop-ceiling enhance the sense of intimacy, while inviting furnishings draw residents to linger by the fireplace.

The final room and focal point is the concierge station. Black honed and polished granite walls and floors, the striking underlit white Carrera marble reception desk monitors access both the park entrance and the Hader St. entrance, and controls access to the elevators.

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GraZiani + coraZZa Architects for Canderel stoneridge

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cecconi simone for great gulf

There is no doubt that this landmark building at one of Toronto’s quintessential intersections – Yonge and Bloor – has luxurious presence. Unusual, ethereal, and opulent, Cecconi Simone has made the lobby come alive as a breathtaking and functional work of art.

“Every inch has been carefully thought through and designed so that the person experiencing the environment feels pampered, while reaching a relaxed state of mind,” explains Anna Simone.

“The transition from indoors to outdoors is seamless, and speaks to people’s fantasies and dreams. This building is true to the five principles of design: scale, proportion, rhythm, harmony and balance.”

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Bisha Lifetime Urban Developments bisha.com

The designers of Bisha describe it as being conceived with life, work and play in mind, offering both the excitement of cosmopolitan living with at-home comforts. Worldly instead of trendy, Bisha’s interiors reflect international inspiration.

Combining modern luxury with edge, the lobby incorporates a variety of luxe materials, textures, and hard finishes to create richness of depth and detail. The architecture takes inspiration from traditional European design and features full-height wall panels upholstered with fabric, with gloss-black lacquered wood finishes.

There’s a residential entrance and porte-cochère and a separate entrance and porte-cochère for vehicle access. Entranceways are framed by gloss black-lacquered wood, opening to a sleek, customdesigned marble floor.

designed by

Munge Leung for Lifetime Urban Developments

The reception portal is framed by two full-height columns, with bevelled mirrors to reflect light and add a sense of glamour. The walls of the reception portal are upholstered in cow hair, adding texture and richness.

The Bisha Lobby features a 24-hour concierge, seven days a week, the desk façade upholstered in velvet with a black marble stone top. A custom designed hand-blown art installation by the late Jeff Goodman is suspended from the lobby ceiling, and is illuminated by soft modern light fixtures.

Picasso On Richmond Monarch & The Goldman Group picassocondominium.com

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The Picasso on Richmond welcomes residents and guests into an intimate lobby.

As a continuation of the striking exterior and architecture, the interior plays with the geometry and vivid high-contrast colour blocking to create a magnificent space. The element of luxury exists in the style and drama of this entry.

Kelly Cray, principal of Union 31, has used a play of texture and light to compose this striking space. The floor is created from large scale polished tile with darker grey tones, while the feature element, a wall of polished surfaces, allows for undulating light to reflect and enlarge the space. The stone desk, contrasts against the bright red backdrop, while a built-in banquette offers a comfortable niche tucked away in this intimate space, a lushly upholstered alcove where residents can linger briefly while they wait or gather with friends before heading out on the town from this community located on the pulse of the city.

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Union 31 for Monarch & The Goldman Group

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“What I wanted to create when walking into this lobby was a welcoming and elegant feel for the resident and visitor,” explains Dabey Chak of Tanner Hill Associates. “There are various ways that I believe this has been achieved through the ceiling, lighting and floor details that lead you to the concierge area. The desk is clad with a beautiful white quartz-like marble called Alexis wave. Another way this feel has been achieved is through the sitting area that has been incorporated with custom, comfortable, luxurious seating. A major detail to this space is the ‘wavy’ wall, which is a backdrop to various areas here. This is in addition to the warm wood-stain panels that create a relaxing atmosphere.” Undermounted and recessed wall lighting showcases the featured wavy walls from atop to below.

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tanner hill Assoc. Inc for Pinnacle International

This sumptuous lobby space truly indulges both visually and functionally. Lofty 13-ft. ceilings expand the space, while multiple seating areas, outfitted with flat screen televisions offer fabulous niches to relax, await guests or congregate with neighbours.

The professional concierge team are available 24 hours a day to assist residents.

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Bluwater Condominiums The Pemberton Group bluwatercondos.com

Pemberton Group’s Bluwater Condominiums is under construction on the shores of Lake Ontario in Oakville. The large central lobby of this three-building community will usher-in a new level of five-star resort living.

A major component of this light-filled space is the expanses of windows overlooking the grand outdoor terrace that will allow owners and guests to drink in the views. Inspired by its lakeside location, a water feature incorporates a stylized bird motif.

bluwater condominiums

by The Pemberton Group

The comfortable contemporary furnishings invite relaxation, and have a sophisticated colour palette to keep the mood fresh and airy. A plush area rug underfoot, and the modern pendulum cluster light fixture adds visual interest. The sumptuous surroundings, magnificent views and top-notch service ensure that one hasn’t simply entered, they’ve arrived.

Couture Monarch monarchgroup.net

In creating Couture, Mike Niven wanted to play with the concept of ‘couture,’ without becoming too literal. An intimate space, accessed from the private residential area by a long hallway, this hall hints at the concept of a runway, while the damasktype print stamped into the stainless steel wall panels is a nod to luxurious and elegant textiles and fashion tools. A lighting installation above the space, Niven explains “dances across the ceiling,” reminiscent of the seamstress’s garment stick pins.

The custom furnishings in the lower-level seating area – a secondary part of the lobby – are tufted, reminiscent of the glam side of fashion, explains Niven.

Creating luxury with a sense of whimsy and art, this space is fabulously finished with rosewood veneers, porcelain tile, marble and granite. The floating stairs and the volume created by a small space that opens to below makes the space larger and more free-flowing than actual dimensions would appear.

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Uptown Residences The Pemberton Group pembertongroup.com

The epitome of urban elegance, the two-level atrium lobby in The Uptown Residences, an upscale Yorkville condominium by Pemberton Group, evokes a classic Art Deco ambience.

A study in contrasts, the dark wood columns are juxtaposed with sparkling glass, sleek chrome and shining marble. There are gleaming period-style light fixtures, and furnishings upholstered in modern tones of taupe and grey that are also associated with the Jazz Age era.

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by The Pemberton Group

The symmetrical straight-line geometric patterns inlaid into the floor are repeated in etched relief on elevator doors, while curvilinear shapes are found in the transom details. The sumptuous surroundings indulge, adding an essence of glamour to everyday life.

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PUMPKIN RICOTTA GNOCCHI DOUGH CHEF MARK MCEWAN certainly knows

his way around a kitchen. He has cooked for Pope John Paul II, has hosted several Food Network programs, opened four successful restaurants, and has had a gourmet food store, aptly named McEwan, at The Shops at Don Mills since 2009.

With 35-plus years in the culinary industry, McEwan was recently head judge on Top Chef Canada. Here’s Mark’s very own pumpkin ricotta gnocchi dough recipe. Buon appetito!

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INGREDIENTS

› 500g ricotta, strung overnight › 1 whole egg › 180g pumpkin purée, strung overnight › 2.75 ounces all purpose flour

› ½ tsp ground black pepper › 1 tsp kosher salt

METHOD

01 Place the ricotta in an appropriate

10 Place the cut dough on a baking

sized square of cheese cloth containing two layers.

02 Bring all four corners of the cheese cloth together and twist them until the cheese cloth has tightened around the ricotta.

03 Wrap butcher’s twine around the top of the cheese cloth to prevent it from loosening. Be sure to leave some twine to use for hanging.

04 In the fridge, tie the remaining twine to a shelf and allow the ricotta to hang.

Place a container under the ricotta to catch any liquid.

05 Repeat this same process to hang the pumpkin purée.

06 Combine all the ingredients, and mix until incorporated, being careful not to overwork.

07 Allow the dough to rest for at least 30 minutes before you roll it out.

08 Take small amounts of the dough and roll into tubes approximately one inch thick. Be sure to have some flour set aside for rolling as the dough may stick to the cutting board.

09 Once rolled out, make approximately one and a half in cuts.

sheet lined with parchment paper that has been dusted with a little bit of flour.

11 Place the dough in boiling salted water, being sure to be delicate so as not to ruin the shape of the dough.

Do not add too much at a time, as this may cause them to stick to the bottom of the pot.

12 Cook the gnocchi until it is floating.

Remove the gnocchi from the water and lay it on a baking sheet that is lined with parchment.

13 Drizzle with a little bit of olive oil to prevent them from sticking.

14 Cool in the fridge.

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Internationally yours,

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By silvana longo you don’t have money or when you have the money you don’t have the time.

We have the luxury of being our own bosses and of making money by doing something we love! Luxury is smoking a cigarette in our office, on our private plane or anywhere we want! Working with your twin brother is also a great added bonus! It would be almost cliché to name five physical items … they would never compare to the time or freedom we enjoy.

Sil Since we first spoke, you have been awarded

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the early ’90s, Toronto-born twins Dean and Dan Caten of Dsquared2 have become wildly successful fashion designers, who besides creating gorgeous collections and elevating their brand to a bona fide lifestyle, have mastered the art of living well. I had the opportunity to interview them after a busy summer of travelling for work and much needed play.

Silvana Longo This interview is long overdue since our first one in 2005. I have been following you on Twitter these past few months and I have lived vicariously thru your jet-set travels! Let me get this straight: you spent Canada Day in Ibiza and a week later you were in Monte Carlo at your Dsquared2 boutique you opened in 2010 for a personal appearance. You even flew to Toronto for two days to attend your niece’s wedding at one point before a three-week holiday in Mykonos in the month of August!

You are a living testament to the Dolce Vita … I couldn’t think of two people more appropriate than you to interview about leading a luxury lifestyle. Tell me what luxury means to you and what are five luxury items you couldn’t do without? Dean&Dan Caten Thank you so much for the support and for following us online! To us the biggest luxury of all is TIME & FREEDOM! What is really priceless is to have the time to do what you want when you want it. Usually when you have time,

several honours; in 2008 the GQ Germany Men of the Year award, in 2009 a star on Canada’s Walk of Fame and then in 2010 you designed the talent costumes for the opening and closing ceremonies of the Vancouver Winter Olympics — and a host of many others — too many to mention! Tell me which event was the most meaningful to you and why. Dean&Dan All awards are special in their own way. Of course, Canadian recognition, like the star on the Walk of Fame, or the Winter Olympics have a special place in our heart.

Canada is our home and it is priceless to see that your country supports and appreciates what you do.

Sil You have described your 5,400-sq. ft. flagship store in Milan as a “taste of home where the Canadian woods meet Italian design.” This merging of these two worlds seems to encapsulate a lot of what you create. Your fashion collection inspiration, your fragrance Wood that you have defined as “a return to your roots, with a scent evoking a day in the forest.” You have since set up shop and home in London — an international English-speaking

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Ibiza, Spain Dean and Dan completely redesigned the interior of the new Dsquared2 Milan headquarters on via Ceresio.

city of which Canada is thought of as a colony. (Hey, stage for your fall/winter collection this season was the Queen is on our money too!) What prompted this themed as Caten’s high school graduating class — decision to live and work only part time in Italy? Is this where prim and proper are juxtaposed with youthful the optimal solution to the merging of your two worlds rebellion. Above-the-knee pencil skirts, cropped furthat influence you deeply? Dean&Dan Obviously! trimmed jackets, colourful cropped pants. Graduating is Plus we had enough of pasta! (joking). London is more fun and Dsquared2 is evolving… What are your plans to international, eclectic and has a mix of things we like … further develop the Dsquared2 brand? I heard a rumour plus Milan is only one hour and half away by plane so you want to extend your talents to food and open an we have no problem going back and forth! original-themed restaurant. dean&dan We don’t

believe in sending models down the runways in a Sil It seems you are constantly expanding your scope “conventional” way. We love to put on a real show, of creative projects. In 2010 you moved your Milan an elaborate production where music and stage décors headquarters to the historical ENEL building in the are an intrinsic part of the show. prestigious Brera area, and you collaborated with the Rumours are often based on some sort of truth….! architectural studio Storage and designed the entire Jokes aside, we love to eat out and appreciate good interior with Art Deco details and Canadian references restaurants so we are looking into opening a restaurant. throughout. How does the interior design process compare We want to open a member’s only health club and a with fashion design? Dean&Dan The design of our restaurant on the top and bottom of our offices in Milan. offices is similar to designing a fashion collection. When you design, you play with textures, shapes, patterns and Sil We know Canada will always have a strong materials. For a building, the textures are harder: stone, presence in your heart, do you ever see yourselves metal rather than cashmere silk and tweed for a fashion buying a property somewhere here to have a Canadian collection but it is still a game of balance and proportions. getaway or a semi-permanent residence? Other than In the design of our boutique there are very strong Milan and London, where would you want to live? references to Canada. On the other hand, in the design Dean&Dan Canada will always have an important of our Milan offices we were inspired by the beautiful place in our heart. We would love to own some getaway original ENEL building that was built in the 1920s. place in Canada. A cottage by the lake would be great.

Somewhere where we can get away and enjoy the Sil Your shows are notoriously elaborate and engaging nature. We were just at the Westin Blue Mountain Lodge for everyone who participates — both models and in Collingwood that was absolutely gorgeous! attendees. I know sending models down a runway for If we could pick anywhere else to live in the world people just to look at clothes isn’t your style. So the Rio de Janeiro would probably be it.

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A few days after our interview, Dean and Dan co-hosted, along with Linda Evangelista, the 25th and last Fashion Cares gala in Toronto which took place on September 9. Their contribution to fashion, fierce Canadian pride and ongoing support for the cause made them a natural choice to end the Fashion Cares’ legacy on a poetic note.

Milan, Italy

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