The Home Builders' Annual - Southwestern Ontario 2015

top builders & new-home communities HIGHLIGHTING THE

across SWO

EXPERT ADVICE Top tips to guide you through the homebuying process THE ALLURE OF LUXURY CONDO LIVING

People Are Moving Up To Southwest Ontario

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attamy Homes began in Oakville, Ontario. And now, like many Ontarians, we’ve been drawn southwest.

Our first community in Kitchener is named Wildflowers. Aptly named, it’s been a wild success.

Modern families are attracted by Mattamy’s thoughtful design and construction ethic. We insist on building spaces people love to live in. Four model homes in Wildflowers will let you see first-hand the results of the Mattamy Way. A master-planned community, Wildflowers offers a variety of home styles and community features.

MODERN FAMILIES ARE ATTRACTED BY MATTAMY’S THOUGHTFUL DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION ETHIC.

The homes of Cranberry Hill in Waterdown deliver a hint of urban sensibility in a healthy mix of Townhomes and Detached Home designs. Just a step outside the city, the neighbourhood still offers a taste of culture, recreation, shopping, and dining.

From our beginnings in 1978, Mattamy today has grown to become the largest private home-builder in North America.

We consider ourselves successful when our customers are delighted. So far, we’ve built beautiful new places to live for over 70,000 happy people and families. For more information, come visit us at MATTAMYHOMES.COM

Editor’s Note

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The beauty of Southwestern Ontario Varied markets offer among the best new home options

hen Southwestern Ontario Home Builders’ Annual sat down to plan this issue, particularly the question we would pose to our Expert Panel (see page 19), the issues to address were clear. The economy is expected to perform well in 2015, but housing affordability is being increasingly tested. Location has always been central to real estate, but for a myriad of reasons, lifestyle and housing type are increasingly entering the equation.

How should consumers weigh these considerations to make the best homebuying decision?

That’s a lot of information – very serious information – for homebuyers to digest.

The contributors to our Expert Panel – executives at some of SWO’s most experienced home builders – already know this, because they live it every day. And they have excellent insight to help clarify your answers.

The home building industry – like so many other sectors in Canada – is changing. Economic and market conditions, interest rates, affordability and consumer demands are just some of the many issues that affect their business, and of course, your homebuying decisions.

Indeed, what we’re hoping you learn more about as you enjoy this 2015 edition of the Southwestern Ontario Home Builders’ Annual, is the selection and quality on offer from the area’s builders – among the best new home options anywhere in the country. They are keenly aware of today’s consumer needs, and are impressively adept at delivering on all counts.

After you read this issue and get out there to tour the communities, we’re confident you’ll agree that new homes here are second to none.

Wayne Karl Editor, Yellow Pages NextHome wayne.karl@ypnexthome.ca Twitter: @WayneKarl

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MEET OUR HERO

Gabriel GABRIEL WAS SIX AND A HALF MONTHS OLD WHEN HE developed a fever and flu-like symptoms. After seeing his pediatrician, Gabriel went to a local hospital to undergo bloodwork which showed that his red blood cells were extremely low, and his white cell count, extremely high – an indication of blood cancer. Fearing leukemia, he was rushed by ambulance to the Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids). That night, April 23, 2012, Gabriel was diagnosed with infantile acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

Gabriel spent the next six months almost entirely at SickKids since his condition required extremely close monitoring.

Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is a cancer of the white blood cells characterized by excess lymphoblasts. Malignant, immature white blood cells continuously multiply and are overproduced in the bone marrow.

Normal cells like red blood and platelets are under produced which can ultimately result in organ failure and death if not detected early. ALL is the most common blood cancer in childhood with a peak incidence at two to five years of age and another peak in old age. Infant ALL represents about two per cent of all paediatric cancer and is much harder to treat than childhood leukemia.

Doctors told the family that Gabriel’s condition was extremely serious.

Upon diagnosis he was already very sick. His healthcare team indicated that survival rates for this type of cancer are documented at less than 50%. Gabriel experienced several long and intensive chemotherapy cycles. The first four cycles included chemotherapy that could only be given in-hospital. Upon completion, Gabriel was sent home to continue his treatment mostly as an outpatient.

Nearly one hundred days before Gabriel finished treatment, the cancer returned. He was readmitted to the hospital and spent eight months undergoing an even more intensive chemotherapy regimen including radiation. In June 2014, Gabriel was fortunate enough to receive a bone marrow transplant from his older sibling. Since returning home in August, Gabriel has been in isolation due to his immune compromised state.

Gabriel is making a slow and steady recovery. His kidneys, which suffered significant damage as a result of his life-saving treatment, have begun to heal, with the hopes that he will recover to optimal health.

“This has been a long journey and SickKids has been there every step of the way. The hospital became our home and the staff our extended family. It is a very lonely existence when you hear the words ‘your child is sick’, and SickKids took care of our entire family. The SickKids team enabled us to keep moving forward during a marathon that required a sprint finish. Gabriel’s team took a holistic approach to his care. While all were focussed on saving his life, it was never forgotten that Gabriel was still a child who needed normal childhood experiences. SickKids is a place where Gabriel felt safe, where he made many friends and participated in fun programs and activities. SickKids hospital provided us with a community that we will always be part of.”

– Asaph, Gabriel’s dad.

BUILDERS HELPING TO HEAL Yellow Pages NextHome, the publisher of New Home Guide, New Home & Condo Guide and New Condo Guide, is teaming up with builders and their suppliers to help raise money for SickKids. The following companies have contributed generously to help give Ontario’s children the world-class care they deserve. These pages honour these special people, and we thank them for their generous support.

Builders Helping to Heal and Friends of the Industry are Yellow Pages NextHome initiatives stemming from SickKids Leaders, a program at SickKids which draws on the support of more than 150 volunteers over 30 industry sectors. www.sickkidsleaders.com Again, we thank our generous sponsors and appreciate their ongoing commitment. These companies not only build housing, but they support the families in the communities in which they build.

Readers looking to support SickKids can go to www.sickkidsleaders.com

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Editor’s Note

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Legal Notes 10 helpful suggestions when purchasing a condominium

by Murray Mazza

Expert Panel Location, lifestyle and options: how to weigh these considerations when buying a new home in 2015?

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Building Blocks The allure of luxury condo living

by Jeff Paikin

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The SWO Home Builders’ Roster A comprehensive list of new-home builders in Southwestern Ontario

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Market Report Southwestern Ontario and its housing markets uniquely positioned for strong year

by Wayne Karl

VICE-PRESIDENT, YELLOW PAGES NEXTHOME

Jacqueline Hill

ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER, SWO NEW HOME AND CONDO GUIDE

Susan Maxwell

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF / DIRECTOR OF CONTENT

Susan Legge EDITOR

Wayne Karl CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Joanne Keenan

DISTRIBUTION & SALES CO-ORDINATOR

Jennifer Bistron

MANAGER OF PRODUCTION

Bala Gnanapandithan ART DIRECTOR

Daiana Garay GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Viosa Barileva

PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR

Hannah Yarkony

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21 SWO NEW-HOME BUILDERS’ INDEX

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Mattamy Homes

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Rosehaven Homes

13-15

Branthaven Homes

16-18

Tillsonburg Developments

21-23

New Horizon Development Group

25-27

Monarch Corporation

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Menkes

33-35

Adi Development Group

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Phelps Homes

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Landmart Homes

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Empire Communities

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BUILDERS HELPING TO HEAL

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Legal Notes

10 helpful suggestions when purchasing a condominium

by MURRAY MAZZA

01 If you decide to purchase a condominium, it is safer and more predictable to purchase a new unit, since you won’t have to be concerned about expensive repairs or special assessments. Your only concern will be to determine what the monthly common element expense will be, as it is like a mortgage that never gets paid off. Still, there is built-in security and convenience when you own a condominium. Your monthly maintenance is managed for you and you never have to worry about a leaky roof, shoveling snow or mowing the grass on a hot summer day.

02 Prior to purchasing a condominium, examine the Status Certificate from the property manager to determine whether there is an adequate reserve fund for future maintenance and repairs, and if there will be an increase in the monthly common expense payment in the near future.

03 You should also examine the by-laws to determine whether there are clauses you can’t live with, such as those that deal with pets. If you are considering renovating, you may need to get approval from the board of directors, as certain renovations cannot be undertaken without approval.

04 When negotiating the offer, try to have the seller pay for the cost of the Status Certificate – which is approximately $100.

05 Some condos are hybrid – for example, a freehold townhouse where the maintenance of the grounds and roads is managed by the condominium corporation. The common expenses are subsequently lower because you are paying only for common area clean-up, such as snow removal and grass cutting.

You are completely in charge of maintaining your own freehold unit.

06 Be careful when purchasing an older condominium. Consider having an inspection performed. With older buildings, there may be surprises such as special assessments. These are one-time expenses to tend to – urgencies such as roof, windows or parking lot replacement.

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07 The ideal way to determine the health of the condominium unit is to speak to some of the other unit owners. This way, you will get a very honest and truthful opinion on whether the condominium is being properly managed.

08 Remember that although the condominium corporation carries a master policy of fire insurance on the building, each individual unit owner must carry their own insurance to cover damage to the inside of the unit, including kitchen appliances, cupboards, furniture and more importantly, liability.

09 If you are the type of person who has a problem with rules and regulations and you’re looking for flexibility in your residence, then condominium living may not be for you. You are subject to the rules of the board of directors and the regulations that go with the condominium. Also, you are living close to many people, some of whom may not be to your liking.

10 If you are seeking independence and total control, an affordable singlefamily dwelling or freehold townhouse may be more in line with the way you want to live.

Murray Mazza is a lawyer and chartered accountant working in the Stoney Creek area. He can be reached at 905.561.1444.

Seek haven from the ordinary Exciting things are happening at Rosehaven and 2015 is looking to be the best year ever to buy a new Rosehaven home. You can anticipate new communities, new contemporary designs and new initiatives that have been created to get you into the home of your dreams in a community that reflects your lifestyle aspirations at a price you can afford. For decades now, people have chosen Rosehaven homes for their own, often very individual reasons. But if there is one overriding theme to the company’s success, it has been our unique ability to satisfy the needs of those looking for something a few steps above the mainstream.

When a home buyer decides on Rosehaven, we often find that they’re looking for more. They’re just not ready to settle for average, or middle-of-the-road, or just-good-enough. What they find in our homes and communities is a kind of haven from all those compromises that they aren’t prepared to make.

If you’re ready to seek haven from the ordinary, explore the homes offered in Rosehaven communities across the GTA and Southern Ontario 2015 Home Builders’ Annual

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RAVINES AT LYON’S CREEK - CHIPPAWA

There’s a Rosehaven community just waiting for you to call home!

LYON’S CREEK, CHIPPAWA YOU can afford the Niagara Lifestyle! Rosehaven has introduced Condominium Townhomes and also offers a limited selection of 36’ singles and 36’ wide freehold towns at Lyon’s Creek, right in the heart of everything that you love about Niagara living. Live in Chippawa’s finest location, five minutes from the QEW for trips to the big city and easy access to the border for shopping and low cost air travel. It’s the best of both worlds; a beautiful home at Lyon’s Creek in the perfect location.

LYON’S CREEK - CHIPPAWA

GIBSON HEIGHTS, THOROLD Gibson Heights is now almost sold out, but there are still a limited collection of detached singles on 36’ and 30’ lots, freehold towns and 30’ attached singles. Gibson is surrounded by quaint shops, modern conveniences and only minutes to St. Catharines. Move in Ready homes are available so start packing and get moving. Act now before they are gone forever!

ON THE RIDGE, STONEY CREEK On The Ridge in Stoney Creek is offering 40’ & 35’ singles, and semis located in one of the most coveted settings in the entire Stoney Creek area. The site is situated just off Upper Centennial Parkway north of Highland Rd. West and south of Mud Street West. These spacious semis, and beautiful detached homes sport brick, stone and stucco exteriors – most with extra-deep back yards, designed for growing families, or for couples who just want space to spread out.

ON THE RIDGE - STONEY CREEK

WATERDOWN MEADOWS - WATERDOWN

TIFFANY HILL - ANCASTER

WATERDOWN MEADOWS, WATERDOWN Discover a limited collection of 35’ detached homes in the established neighbourhood of Waterdown Meadows. Enjoy the best of big city conveniences and small town charm at this exceptional central location. Shops, restaurants, parks, schools, libraries and more, all just steps away. There’s also easy access to the QEW, as well as highways 403 and 407, all of which get you to your destinations quickly.

Coming in 2015 WOODLAND TRAILS, OAKVILLE Returning to North Oakville with a new release of freehold towns, semis and a limited number of 50’ & 45’ detached homes will be opening in May at Neyagawa and Dundas. This exciting new offering will feature many of the already popular designs from Rosehaven, as well as some new plans that are sure to meet the needs of homeowners looking to “Live in Oakville”.

Register at www.LiveinOakville.ca

BURLINGTON - CONTEMPORARY CONDOMINIUM LIVING With new projects, comes new contemporary design. Rosehaven will be coming to Aldershot in Burlington with a blend of mid-rise contemporary condos along with condo townhomes at the corner of Plains Road East and Filmandale Road. Currently under revitalization, Aldershot is the ideal place to call home with its proximity to Lake Ontario and all the major highways, so keep your eye out for this exciting opportunity coming this fall. Register at RosehavenHomes.com TIFFANY HILL, ANCASTER Returning to Ancaster with our popular detached designs and, for the first time ever, all new freehold townhomes. Life sparkles in Ancaster. Register at TiffanyHill.ca

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RosehavenHomes.com For directions, maps, hours and community information or call our hotline (1-888/416) 410-0175 Information correct at press time. Photos are of actual Rosehaven homes. Renderings are artist concept. E. &. OE.

CURRENT COMMUNITIES

CHIPPAWA/NIAGARA

THOROLD

STONEY CREEK

WATER DOWN

COMING IN 2015

ANCASTER

BURLINGTON

Contemporary Condominium Living

OAKVILLE

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Market Report

Southwestern Ontario and its housing markets uniquely positioned to benefit from economic shift

by WAYNE KARL

ONTARIO AND PARTICULARLY THE

Southwestern region are uniquely positioned to benefit from an economic shift underway in Canada. The province – and its strong manufacturing base in SWO – will be among the national leaders in growth this year.

“Ontario, with its minor exposure to the oil and gas extraction sector, is expected to receive a significant economic boost in the short term,” says Marie-Christine Bernard, associate director, provincial forecast, for The Conference Board of Canada’s Provincial Outlook: Winter 2015.

Ontario’s economy is projected to grow by 2.9 per cent this year, bolstered by strong exports and consumer spending – the first year since 2002 in which economic growth in Ontario is expected to outpace the national average of 1.9 per cent.

How does this impact real estate?

In Ontario, manufacturing sectors such as the auto industry are key contributors to the economy. And when a sector is healthy, it leads to job growth, which leads to demand for housing – be it rental, at first, as people move to an area to pursue employment, or ownership, once they have settled in and gained employment stability.

For example: » In February, Ford Motor Co. announced it is adding 400 new jobs in Oakville, Ont. to assemble the redesigned Ford Edge crossover. This is in addition to the 1,000 positions added there in 2014. » Late last year, Honda Canada announced it was investing $857 million to upgrade three plants north of Toronto to make the next generation Civic. With 10 per cent of the cost coming from the Ontario government, the three-year project includes partnerships with Ontario colleges and universities. » Earlier this year, General Motors announced a $560-million investment in its Ingersoll, Ont. plant to make the new Chevrolet Equinox.

The economic benefits deepen when you look at the supply sector – companies that supply parts to the automakers. » Linamar Corp. announced in January it is investing $400 million – plus $100 million from the Ontario and federal governments – at its plant in Guelph, Ont. to make new, more environmentally friendly transmissions. The move will create 1,200 new full-time jobs. » Toyota Boshoku Canada recently announced it is partnering with the provincial government to expand its Elmira, Ont. manufacturing facility, creating 73 new jobs. Toyota Boshoku supplies parts to Toyota’s Ontario assembly plants in Woodstock and Cambridge.

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. and other sources confirm that housing markets in key Southwestern Ontario areas – including Hamilton, Kitchener-Waterloo and Cambridge, and London – will experience healthy demand this year as a result of such growth.

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GREAT SPACES BRIGHT, AIRY, OPEN AND INVITING. BRANTHAVEN INTERIORS HAVE EXCEPTIONAL FLOW & FUNCTIONALITY. THEY ARE EASY TO DECORATE AND A PLEASURE TO LIVE & ENTERTAIN IN.

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Gather You’ll enjoy better Branthaven Design.

It’s all about better living spaces LIVE THE LIFE™ WITH BRANTHAVEN IN CLASSIC OR CONTEMPORARY STYLES! TODAY’S HOMES ARE HOMES WHERE SPACE, TRANSPARENCY, AND DESIGN DETAIL ARE HARMONIOUS AND WELL-CRAFTED. THEY HAVE A ROLE IN DEFINING HOW FAMILIES LIVE AND PLAY. AT BRANTHAVEN HOMES, WE CREATE INTERIORS THAT ARE MORE MODERN, MORE DESIGN CONSCIOUS, MORE RELAXED AND MORE ARCHITECTURAL – TO EXPRESS THE WAY YOU WANT TO LIVE!

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WELL DESIGNED WELL-LIT, GOOD CIRCULATION AND LOTS OF STORAGE. WITH ALL THE FEATURES IN THE RIGHT PLACES!

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Create You’ll enjoy a better quality of life.

The perfect ingredients PEOPLE ARE LOOKING FOR CONVENIENCE AS THE MOTIVATING FACTOR. HOME COOKS ARE LOOKING FOR APPLIANCES THAT HAVE CONVENIENT FEATURES. CABINET ACCESS AND STORAGE SHOULD ALSO BE CONVENIENT, AND THE KITCHEN DESIGN OVERALL SHOULD BE EASY TO USE AND MOVE AROUND IN. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE KITCHEN PERFORMS AS EFFORTLESSLY AS POSSIBLE UNDER VARIOUS TYPES OF PRESSURE – MULTIPLE COOKS, ENTERTAINING, EXTENDED COOKING SESSIONS, SOCIAL COOKING AND MORE. HOMEOWNERS SEEK TO EXPRESS THEMSELVES IN A PERSONAL WAY IN TERMS OF AESTHETICS AND FUNCTION AND HAVE THE CONFIDENCE TO DO SO MORE THAN EVER. BRANTHAVEN’S NEW THINKING KITCHENS ALLOW YOU TO EXPRESS YOUR CREATIVITY IN THE KITCHEN WITH CONFIDENCE!

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BUYING A "BRANTHAVEN" OFFERS YOU THE COMFORT OF A SOUND INVESTMENT IN YOUR HOME AND YOUR LIFE. WHETHER YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A CHIC CONDO, LIFESTYLE TOWN OR SUPERIOR SINGLE, BRANTHAVEN HOMES OFFERS EXCEPTIONAL LOCATIONS, STYLES, SELECTION AND PEACE-OF-MIND. DISCOVER THE BEST BUILT HOME AT ANY PRICE WITH BRANTHAVEN HOMES.

IN 2015, ANTICIPATE EXCITING NEW BRANTHAVEN COMMUNITIES IN GRIMSBY, MILTON, BURLINGTON AND OAKVILLE.

PRACTICALLY PERFECT HOTEL-INSPIRED MASTER BEDROOM AND ENSUITES WITH DESIGNER FINISHES.

Spa Like Escape THE MASTER BEDROOM IS YOUR CHERISHED REFUGE, A SANCTUARY WHERE YOU ENJOY PRIVACY, PEACE AND TRANQUILITY AS YOU EITHER WIND DOWN OR GEAR UP FOR THE DAY OF SPECIAL APPEAL IS THE MASTER ENSUITE, A SPA-INSPIRED RETREAT OF PURE BLISS, APPOINTED WITH A HOTEL-STYLE BATH AND A FURNITURE-STYLE VANITY.

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PLACE you can call HOME

Baldwin Place is proud to present

The Surrey, an exciting new concept, to add to their gallery of fine homes. Sue and Ruth in Sales, working together with Mary Hirsch, Architectural Services, all members of the Baldwin Place team who are well aware of what active adults want in a home, worked in collaboration to create The Surrey. One of its most appealing features is its flexibility. The basic model can be adapted to your choice of lot, with a single or double garage - an open floor concept that offers the freedom to make changes – changes that will allow you to customize your home.

The Surrey is just one of the many reasons to visit Baldwin Place. “Baldwin Place is just right for retirees of all ages,” says Dominic Bradley, Sales and Marketing Director, “We’re located in Tillsonburg with easy access to major shopping and superior medical facilities. Our all-brick freehold homes are on large lots and start at only $232,000 including HST. There is only one low monthly charge of $30 for the Community Centre and no condominium, land lease or maintenance fees… Baldwin Place truly offers unbeatable value.”

The heart of Baldwin Place is the Community Centre. Residents gather there for special events, group activities and parties. There’s a Library, Pool Room, Games Room and a salt water pool for those who choose to take a refreshing dip… its the place where you will find the pastime pleasure of your choice.

Baldwin Place is considered by many to be a true neighbourhood of friends. There’s always an opportunity to join any one of a number of special interests groups.

“Everyone you meet here stops and says hello… something you rarely see in bigger cities.” says Bill, a long-time resident.

The community is ideal for active adults who like living in a more temperate climate where residents can enjoy a leisurely stroll into the downtown area or walk the trails throughout the neighbourhood.

Visit us soon and share in our excitement about our latest model, The Surrey and discover the many other features Baldwin Place has to offer… join a community of friends and a place you can truly call home.

3 ESSELTINE DRIVE, TILLSONBURG Call us at 1-800-265-5709 www.baldwinplace.ca E.& O.E. Prices & Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Expert Panel

Location, lifestyle & plenty of options While the economy is expected to perform well in 2015, housing affordability is being increasingly tested. Location, lifestyle and housing type are expected to factor more in homebuyers’ decisions. We went to the experts – some of Southwestern Ontario’s most experienced home builders – to help us answer the question: How should consumers weigh these considerations to make the best homebuying decision?

Affordable options for complex decisions Marco Guglietti President Rosehaven Homes

“Choosing a new home is a complex decision, but fortunately Ontario is one of the strongest, healthiest real estate markets in North America.”

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f you’re considering purchasing a new home, the decision today is more complex than it was as recently as 10 years ago. In February 2005, The Greenbelt Act became law, and this has had a major impact on housing in the GTA. By protecting a broad swath of rural land from development, the Greenbelt has created stronger demand, as well as higher land prices, within the city limits, and increased density. This has made homes within the Greenbelt much more expensive, and homes further out are now the more affordable alternative – with, of course, a longer commute.

So, if you’re considering a new home, there are a number of questions you should ask yourself, each of which factor into your decision.

First, start with the financial considerations. Can you afford a lowrise home in the city? Or is a lowrise home far outside the Greenbelt more appropriate to your budget. Or is a condo the right price range? And you don’t have to choose a downtown condo tower. Rosehaven is building midrise condos in communities such as Brampton and Burlington, and that style of architecture can be quite affordable in a suburban setting.

Then there’s housing type. Are you committed to a traditional lowrise home?

To many, living in a condo isn’t something they feel comfortable with. To others, a condo is perfect. Aside from the financial issues, condo living is a very personal decision and it merits consideration before you begin your search for a new home.

Then, of course, there are lifestyle issues. Given the dollars you have available for a home, is more space and a larger lot one of your most important considerations? In that case, you may consider moving further out where homes and land are less expensive. Or is location more important? In this case, you may consider somewhere smaller and closer to the city.

You should also consider transportation issues. How far from work are you willing to live? Are there areas with better transportation connections that make owning there more appropriate for your life? Will you compromise on space, as in choosing to live in a condo that may be closer to your work? Or will you compromise on distance, and accept a longer commute? Transportation is perhaps the key issue facing the GTA today.

Choosing a new home is a complex decision, but fortunately Ontario is one of the strongest, healthiest real estate markets in North America. At Rosehaven, for example, we’re building in communities across Southern Ontario, from Chippawa near Niagara Falls to as far north east as Mt. Albert north of Stouffville. You will have a lot of choice, wherever you decide to live.

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Building Blocks

The allure OF LUXURY CONDO LIVING

by JEFF PAIKIN

THE BENEFITS OF UPSCALE CONDO OWNERSHIP SEEM TO be winning over homeowners across the province. Although not for everyone, luxury condo living does have a distinct allure over large freehold homes, and has become an increasingly attractive homeownership option for singles, young couples, families and retired couples… just about everyone!

Unlike standard condo buildings, a luxury condominium community looks for ways to make every aspect of the building stand out – using upscale architectural themes and techniques.

Rather than sticking to the prevailing style of residences in your area, luxury condominiums tend to opt for dynamic exterior appeal that delivers an aura of prestige and prominence.

The interior of a luxury condominium possesses an equally distinctive appearance. Marble or stone floors and countertops are the standard. Oversized, spa quality bathtubs adorn spacious master suites and luxury kitchens are nothing short of gourmet quality. Vaulted ceilings in some condos give the illusion of living in the most spacious house you can find.

Still, looks aren’t everything. Community developers understand that the pretty factor is a nice perk, but not the primary reason people buy real estate. Condo owners demand homes that cater to their fast-paced lifestyle, and most luxury condominiums are ready to deliver with in-building amenities that provide creature comforts and conveniences.

Amenities shouldn’t be the primary determinant in making the switch to condo living, but once you have taken the plunge, it’s only right to get your money’s worth. Fitness centres, 24-desk staff, pools, spas entertainment lounges, Wi-Fi access and all the other lifestyle benefits your facility provides can be integrated into a daily routine. These amenities really do add substantial benefit to a lifestyle geared toward more personal happiness.

Condominium-hotel projects, in particular, have become popular because they offer all the conveniences of the upscale hotels, while giving residents the privacy of their own apartments.

For example, homeowners can have their guests stay in one of the on-site hotel suites, without compromising their own comfort.

As a condominium owner, you are an integral part of a community within a community. You don’t just have neighbours, you have partners and enforced rules and relationships.

With a residence in an entire building of other like-minded individuals, there is also the benefit of social living. Getting to know your close neighbours, relaxing in the common areas, enjoying the amenities, and getting help from the staff all prove to

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be great ways to meet others and develop new relationships.

Along with the social aspect, there’s the inherent security you get from the “safety in numbers.” With fellow unit owners always around, you will seldom have to worry about typical security concerns in other housing forms.

Additionally, most complexes employ full-time personnel and security systems that ensure further safety.

The benefits don’t end there. Tedious tasks such as mowing lawns and shoveling snow are taken care of for you. This gives you more leisure time to do the things you need and want to do.

In the most fundamental terms, a luxury condo is all about having a care-free residence that gives you more for your money. Whether you are a young, hard-working professional looking to live in one of the country’s most sought after locales, or you are a retiring homeowner looking to downsize, luxury condos present a great option for any stage of life.

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

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Thoughtful design, effective use of space Brad Carr President, Canada Mattamy Homes

“The lowrise industry can learn a lot from the highrise industry in terms of efficiency of design.”

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he trends we’re seeing with our customers and the research we’ve done clearly suggest that the traditional North American idea of housing – big house on a big lot in suburbia – is nowhere near that simple anymore. It’s critically important in today’s world to focus on how you actually live, taking into account a whole host of considerations.

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First and foremost is the notion of thoughtfully designed homes, instead of just bigger homes. In terms of the interior design of the home, a key question for homebuyers is: how is space utilized within the home? I think of it as the “jewel-box theory” of design – if you think about a jewelry box, it’s very small but it uses the space within it extremely effectively; it’s highly organized. And so as we move away from these very large homes with big rooms, we move toward smaller homes but try and utilize the space much more effectively. A specific example is thinking about the transition from outside to inside. At Mattamy, we put a lot of thought into “stop-and-drop” spaces and landing areas coming into the home from the garage.

It’s all about a constant evolving of the design to ensure that the primary functions of a home are preserved at an appropriate scale, while a lot of the secondary functions are reduced. Utility rooms, hallways and places where you don’t spend a lot of time become smaller, to ensure that there are still generous kitchens, Great Rooms and bedrooms – more of what people want and use in their home and less of what they don’t.

The lowrise industry can learn a lot from the highrise industry in terms of efficiency of design.

The way highrise units have maximized the usability of the square footage through really thoughtful design, is beginning to happen on the lowrise side.

Homebuyers also need to think about all of the other places where certain aspects of family living take place. It’s no longer the case that the primary place where you raise your family is within the confines of your house and yard. You use the community and all the amenities around as part of that – whether it’s the local arena, park or library. A smaller home and yard, with all of the right amenities around it, are important considerations to weigh when thinking about housing needs.

The best advice for homebuyers trying to weigh all these factors is that what your family really needs from a home and community is the most important thing. If you invest in location, thoughtful design and amenities – and not simply square footage – you’ll always be much better off. continued on pg. 31

Monarch first.

Since 1917, Monarch has been at the heart of so many family histories.

First homes. First memories. First accomplishments. First friends. And first loves. For almost a century, the reassuring welcome of a Monarch home on a Monarch street has brought thousands and thousands of families closer together. So if you’re looking for a new home, trust the oldest, strongest and most respected name in Canadian homebuilding.

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For almost a century, families have chosen Monarch. first.

As the time-honoured saying goes, the most important investment that most people will ever make is a home. Since 1917, thousands of Canadian families have made Monarch their first choice for their home. That’s because Monarch is one of the oldest, strongest and most respected names in Canadian homebuilding.

Monarch has built and continues to build in many sought-after neighbourhoods and visionary communities.

Inquire around. You’ll be surprised how many of your family, friends, colleagues and their families grew up in a Monarch home, chose Monarch for their first home, remained loyal to Monarch for their trade up homes, even referred Monarch to friends. Monarch is consistently recognized by its customers and in the industry for superior quality and

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outstanding customer satisfaction.

Monarch takes pride in the company’s long and illustrious history of dependability.

Exceptional design, quality and livability are the recognized hallmarks of every Monarch community.

First in New Home Communities Monarch offers remarkable single-family home and townhome communities across the Greater Toronto Area and beyond.

Monarch’s sought-after Topper Woods is open in Kitchener with stunning models to tour. At prestigious Kleinburg Crown Estates, designer decorated models of Monarch’s manor-inspired homes are captivating visitors. Models are also open in Caledon at the bustling Village of SouthFields where Monarch offers singles, semis and townhomes. Last chance to own at Parkwood in Scarborough where

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Monarch is offering elegant towns, and a wooded enclave of singles are being offered at Bennett in exclusive West Hill.

About Monarch Headquartered in Toronto, Monarch is one of Canada’s oldest and largest home builders. Monarch has consistently been recognized in the home building industry and by its customers for superior quality and outstanding customer satisfaction.

Monarch builds and develops singlefamily detached and attached homes in Toronto and Ottawa and builds highrise condominiums in the Greater Toronto Area.

Monarch focuses on style, design, quality and livability in all of its homes. For more information on Monarch, please visit: Monarchgroup.net twitter.com/monarch_group facebook.com/monarchcorp

MONARCH COMMUNITIES

The jewel in the Monarch crown is upscale Kleinburg Crown Estates. Manor-inspired four and five bedroom residences up to 4,486* sq. ft. are set on traditional deep 42’ and 50’ lots in a master planned community just minutes from the charming Village of Kleinburg. Monarch’s breathtaking Models are a must-see.

KLEINBURG | Kleinburg Crown Estates | Designer Decorated Models 42’ & 50’ Singles from the low $900,000’s Sales Centre located at 165 Timber Creek Boulevard 416-495-3513 CALEDON | SouthFields | Models To View Townhomes from the mid $400,000’s Semis from the high $400,000’s Singles from the mid $600,000’s Sales Centre located at 12515 Old Kennedy Road, Caledon (Old Kennedy Rd. and Mayfield Rd.) 905-843-0707 SCARBOROUGH | Parkwood | Don’t Miss Out! Visit Monarch Today Freehold Townhomes from the mid $500,000’s Sales Centre located at 1325 Danforth Road, Scarborough 416-495-3574 SCARBOROUGH | Bennett | Exclusive Enclave of Detached Singles in West Hill Executive Singles from the low $800,000’s Sales Centre located at 1325 Danforth Road, Scarborough 416-495-3574 KITCHENER | Topper Woods | Models To View 43’ & 50’ Singles from the mid $400,000’s Sales Centre located at 7 Wetland Way, Kitchener 519-894-8222

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Condo Keen You’ve outgrown your curfew and ready to start living 24/7.

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Family Focused Soccer practice, hockey practice and family fun all year round. Menkes gives you the space to slow life down and grow roots in Georgetown and East Gwillimbury.

The Next in Your Low-rise Ready You’ve been there, done that and stumbled upon your soulmate.

Time to trade the city lights for patio lanterns, in a Menkes townhome conveniently close to the life of the city.

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The kids have flown the roost and now you talk with them on Twitter.

Time to migrate back to a carefree lifestyle in the city and enjoy Sunday brunch… after that all-important lie-in.

Start Something New with Menkes For over 60 years, Menkes has focused on building homes and condominiums to suit every stage of your life in Toronto’s most desirable locations. Come home to Menkes today, where your life storey always begins and ends with total customer satisfaction.

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‘Drive until you qualify’ doesn’t always apply Paul A. Golini Jr. Co-Founder and Executive Vice-President, Industry Relations, Empire Communities

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omebuyers need to determine which of these factors is most important to them in finding the right home. Is it important to be able to walk to work? On the other hand, would you mind commuting if it means you’ll have a detached home with a backyard? Or, are you looking for low maintenance and on-site amenities? These are all important questions to ask and go back

“In our industry there’s a saying, ‘you drive until you qualify,’ which is based on the size of the mortgage you can afford as you move further away from the GTA.” to the factors of location, lifestyle and housing type.

Location is one of the strongest determining factors when one considers transit challenges and people’s preferences. There is a segment that embraces the work/live/play/shop lifestyle and opts to live in the downtown core. They often abandon the car until the weekend, because they can take transit, the streetcar or walk to work.

Location is also important to the person who drives to work and will continue doing so if it means they’ll have a bigger house or a lot. In our industry, there’s a saying that “You drive until you qualify,” which is based on the size of the mortgage you can afford as you move further away from the GTA. Lifestyle has increasingly become a significant factor in the condo market, because we see that people are spending less time at home and more time at work or outside of their home, whether it’s for entertainment or going to the gym. These purchasers are okay with a smaller form of housing where little maintenance is required.

The driver for housing type is often density. Some people want to be close to their neighbours, and living in a condo gives them the chance to meet in the gym, at the pool or even in the elevator. In a lowrise community, there is more privacy due to less density, but it doesn’t mean you can’t meet your neighbours at the nearby park or walking trail. If someone is determined to fulfill their dream of the white picket fence, they may be driven further outside the core. Alternatively, they can go the route of a townhome, which is a great way to enter the housing market.

Once you determine which of these three factors are the most important to you as well as what you are able to afford, they can then act as a filter to direct your home buying decision.

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The right home at the right price Tariq E. Adi President & CEO Adi Development Group Inc.

“Developers are now forced to ‘build up’ and intensify downtowns to take advantage of existing infrastructure.”

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inding the perfect home can be one of the most exciting experiences of your life. But without the right knowledge of the market and multitude of projects and housing types available, finding the right home at the right price can be challenging.

With provincial policy to curb urban sprawl and greenbelt legislations to protect our greenspace, land supply is scarce. The result has been increased pressure on land values

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for infill type of developments, causing lowrise developers to rethink their strategies.

The GTA is growing and demographics are changing, and so are housing trends and needs. More people are opting for walkable, compact housing in transit friendly centres with access to amenities, shopping, schools, major highways and arterials.

Outside Toronto, these types of developments aren’t hard to find.

The challenge is finding developments in GTA suburbs that offer a balance between affordability and walkability. Although we are seeing more infill developments in suburban areas such as Burlington, Oakville and Richmond Hill, the core issue remains that these cities were built with a suburban planning in mind, and vehicular dependency was the number one consideration.

However, the trend is changing, as scarcity of land and increasing Development Charges have driven the price of a new single-family dwelling in the GTA suburban municipalities to more than $1 million. Developers are now forced to “build up” and intensify downtowns to take advantage of existing infrastructure.

This opens up a world of possibility for the new- home buyer.

There’s never been a more exciting time to shop for a new home.

The first question buyers should ask is “What is most important to me as a buyer?” followed by “And what type of lifestyle do I see for myself?” Identifying your budget will help your focus your search – determining whether a single-family or townhome is within reach, or if a condo is the right choice. If the latter is the right choice, does the building offer the amenities you’re looking for? Some condos offer great packages with pools, gyms and party rooms – but at a cost. If these things aren’t important to you, then maybe a condo with fewer amenities and lower fees is the best option. Condos offer more of a maintenance-free “lifestyle” than suburban single-family freehold homes that require more owner upkeep.

The next step would be to decide where you’d like to live – a big city such as Toronto, or perhaps a more affordable suburban alternative? The key points to consider are: length of commute to work and proximity to transit, quality of life the city and community offers, proximity to schools for young families, and to other amenities such as grocery, banking and restaurants. The big city offers access to the subway and GO transit, eliminating the need for a vehicle, while suburban municipalities still remain somewhat car dependent, with transit improvements coming to reduce that dependency.

A site such as Adi’s LINK2 condos + Lofts in Burlington offers a balance between both – being on the new regional BRT transit line (bus rapid transit), while being in a walkable, mature community minutes away from the major highways such as the 407 and 403 and two major GO stations.

The two main questions are always going to be “What can I afford?” and “What type of lifestyle do I want to live?”

Building The Exceptional.

We recognize that we’re building more than simply outstanding places to live. We’re also building sophisticated lifestyles.

That’s why we develop communities in only the very best locations. Our design forward condominiums and townhomes are contemporary yet timeless in design, to blend seamlessly into the surrounding urban fabric, while enhancing each neighbourhood. Then we add in refined amenities to fit every lifestyle.

Why do we go to such great lengths?

Because for us, it’s all about surpassing your expectations each and every time.

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Simply The Best.

Live richly with brilliant Bronte Creek Provincial Park vistas. It’s all possible at LINK2 Condos + Lofts.

Where modern residences overlook a landscaped courtyard and a 2 level recreational centre with spacious outdoor terraces. These condos and lofts feature Adi Development Group's exclusive "IntelliSpace" design aesthetic that deliver modern style, comfort and superior quality.

Presentation Centre: 5210 Dundas Street West, Burlington Monday - Thursday: 3pm - 8pm • Friday by appointment Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: 12 noon - 5 pm www.adidevelopments.com | 905-592-2028

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Presentation Centre: 5210 Dundas Street West, Burlington Monday - Thursday: 3pm - 8pm • Friday by appointment Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: 12 noon - 5 pm www.adidevelopments.com | 905-592-2144

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Whoever said you can’t have it all, doesn’t live here.

There’s nothing like a little extra space to spread your wings. With larger lots, double car garages, and great rooms for family gatherings you simply get more than you bargained for with a Phelps home. Not only do you get more space to live, but the craftsmanship and modern designs have been specially chosen and carefully built.

And what really makes a Phelps home special is where we put it. In Smithville. Away from the hustle and bustle of a big city, surrounded by nature’s best - but close enough to the things that matter; schools, farmers’ markets, and local wineries.

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Whoever said you can’t have it all, doesn’t live here...

PHELPS HOMES CELEBRATES 40 YEARS IN WEST NIAGARA This year marks a significant milestone for Phelps Homes as it celebrates 40 years of custom-inspired building in Niagara. Phelps Homes takes a unique approach to building architecturally distinct communities with key features that today’s homebuyers are looking for.

Phelps Homes began as a custom homebuilder in Grimsby and the company’s dedication to quality and craftsmanship is what continues to fuel steady growth within the Niagara Region. Phelps Homes has won countless awards including the Niagara Home Builders’ Association “Builder of the Year Award” in 2012. This year, Phelps Homes will continue to build and develop across four communities in Smithville, West Niagara, where 38

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they’ve been the primary builder for the past six years. “The communities we’re building in Smithville are impressive,” says David Wassmansdorf, VP at Phelps Homes. “There’s a demand for our large lots, modern floor-plans and distinct craftsman-style exteriors that are unlike what other builders are offering. Not to mention, the location. We’re seeing a definite trend where families and empty-nesters are leaving the suburbs in Burlington, Hamilton and Oakville for a relaxed change of pace and more attractive pricing.”

Smithville is a quintessential small town that offers the lifestyle more and more people crave.

Fresh air, meandering country walking trails, conservation areas, world-class wineries and

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YEARS IN NIAGARA fresh local markets are all within close proximity to big city amenities.

At the four Phelps Homes Smithville communities there is something for everyone.

Brookside on the Twenty features in-demand detached bungalows on 50 foot lots many of which back onto the 20 Mile Creek. With larger than average double car garages, open-concept living spaces and large front porches complete with stone and brick accents - this active adult community is well on its way to being sold out. The Atwater Collection, a private enclave of 46 attached bungalows are perfect for empty-nesters looking to “right-size” for the right price. The Atwater Collection starts in the 280’s.

Nearby at Streamside and Auburn Trail, a collection of executive bungalows and two storey family homes on 50 foot lots feature leading designs and top quality finishes.

Pricing starts in the 360’s.

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Prominent Reputation: more than a third of our customers are referrals

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Customization: no additional fee to personalize your dream home

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Best in bungalows: no one understands right-sizing better than Phelps Homes

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Modern floor plans and open-concept living spaces

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Location, location, location: in West Niagara we offer great value at attractive pricing

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You’re in good hands: from our friendly and knowledgable sales representatives, to our experienced, award-winning construction team; we aim to provide a purchase experience that is best in class

LIV & LOVE YOUR HOME WITH NEW POSSIBILITIES IN THE GTA

Penny Lane

When it comes to choosing a perfect home for your family, it really comes down to one question: Where do you want to LIV? The answer is simple: In a LIV community.

You’ll find LIV communities in the most desirable locations in the GTA where plans are in place for today and tomorrow. From community planning to internal features, every LIV home is meticulously planned from interior to exterior.

LIV is an extension of the proud tradition established

by Landmart Homes, a family-owned business based in Ancaster, ON. For more than 40 years, Landmart Homes has built and maintained a reputation for designing and building exclusive high-quality custom homes for thousands of families. LIV continues that tradition by building master-planned communities of the same stature and style that families will love to LIV in.

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collection receives an attention to detail reserved for clients who expect the very best.

LIV is proud to enter the GTA housing market and has chosen Brampton for several upcoming communities. True to the Landmart reputation, LIV’s impact on the new home marketplace will be obvious starting with Casablanca including as much as $125,000 in standard luxury features.

What does that look like? LIV living believes you shouldn’t need to ask for certain details that can make a huge difference between liking and loving your home. Ceiling features that include a tray ceiling in master, waffle ceiling in the great room, 10-foot ceilings on main floor of 50-ft homes, and 8’6” ceilings in the basement. Other standout features include oak-stained staircase, stained hardwood, granite counters in kitchen and some bathrooms, custom cabinetry, side entry and

upgraded entrance doors. These are qualities you can see; however there is so much more behind the walls that contribute to a sound home where luxury and quality form a perfect partnership.

LIV is as selective as you are—in its staff, trades, locations, designs, finishes and suppliers. These partnerships are the foundation of lasting relationships and a long and healthy future with each client.

Helping you reach the point of perfection within your LIV home experience is a team of seasoned professionals, all trained and experienced under the Landmart masters. All share the company mission statement: Loyalty. Integrity. Vision. LIV takes pride in its employees, rewarding hard work and taking accountability for every step from pre-sale to customer care after sales.

Then LIV goes the extra mile after you’ve purchased.

The TLC program (Total LIV Care) provides buyers with step-by-step information, education and care including multiple inspections, tours, design advice, meetings with the site manager, orientation and so much more.

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NEW PLACES TO CASABLANCA Sales Centre located at 4240 Countryside Drive, Brampton 905-915-5227 casablancasales@livhere.ca

Casablanca is already underway in Brampton with 40-, 50-, 60- and 70-foot singles at 4240 Countryside Dr. Each home is packaged with features and finishes beyond compare along with a lifestyle that reaches out to a city rich in amenities. In addition, homes at Casablanca are being built to meet 2017 Ontario Building Code requirements, which provide better energy performance compared to the current OBC home.

THE CLASSICS The corner of Chinguacousy Road & Wanless Drive, Brampton Register Now @ www.LivHere.ca

This spring, Brampton, Canada’s fastest-growing city will welcome The Classics, a collection of 38- and 41-foot singles at Wanless Drive near Chinguacousy Road. With location as valued as the style of these gracious homes, they will reach out to an extensive selection of schools and recreation centres and parks.

SPRING 2015

Perched atop the magnificent landscape of the Niagara escarpment, Waterdown’s Kaleidoscope is designed to be a pedestrian-safe, family-friendly neighbourhood with easy access to all the modern conveniences one could hope for.

Watch for it this fall. www.kaleidoscopehomes.ca

FALL 2015

Inspired by a history of custom homebuilding, Upper Stoney Creek is home of Penny Lane Estates. Lifestyle meets luxury with several conservation areas, parks, schools and recreational facilities just moments away. Featuring townhomes of distinction. www.pennylaneestates.ca

KALEIDOSCOPE Waterdown Register Now @ www.kaleidoscopehomes.ca

PENNY LANE 53 Mudd Street West, Stoney Creek, ON 905-560-3623 pennylanesales@landmarthomes.com www.pennylaneestates.ca

LIVHERE.CA 911 Golf Links Road Suite 307, Ancaster, Ontario L9K 1H9 Tel: 905-304-6459 fax: 905-304-6462.

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SWO Annual Roster GUELPH & DISTRICT HOME BUILDERS’ ASSOCIATION Carson Reid Homes Ltd. 183 Dufferin St. Guelph, Ontario N1H 4B3 519-822-3682 www.carsonreidhomes.com Cityview Homes 6 Bradwick Dr.,Unit B Concord, Ontario L4K 2T3 905-761-9944 www.cityviewhomes.ca Coletara Development Ltd 966 Pantera Dr., Suite 22 Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2S1 905-624-4100 | www.coletara.com Dira Construction 200 Edinburgh Rd. N., Guelph, Ontario N1H 5R9 | 519-836-0370 Dunnink Homes Ltd. 4988 Jones Baseline, RR#2, Guelph, Ontario N1H 6H8 519-821-7960 | www.dunninkhomes.com Finoro Custom 66 Arrow Rd., Suite 6 Guelph, Ontario N1K 1T4 519-824-2961 | www.finorohomes.ca Fusion Homes* 500 Hanlon Creek Blvd.

Guelph, Ontario N1C 0A1 519-826-6700 | www.fusionhomes.com Gemini Homebuilders 660 Speedvale Ave. W., Suite 300 Guelph, Ontario N1K 1E5 519-824-0789 | www.geminihomes.ca Granite Homes 160 Southgate Dr. Guelph, Ontario N1G 4P5 519-822-3988 | www.granitehomes.ca Habitat for Humanity 104 Dawson Rd., Suite 300 Guelph, Ontario N1H 1A7 519-767-9752 www.habitatwellington.on.ca

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Rockhaven Homes 13106 22nd Side Road, R.R. #1 Georgetown, Ontario L7G 4S4 905-873-1582 www.rockhavenhomes.ca

Baldin & Beltrame Construction Co. Ltd. 98 Unity Rd., Caledonia, Ontario N3W 1Y2 905-548-0166 www.baldincustomhomes.com

Sloot Construction Ltd. 599 Arkell Rd. Arkell, Ontario N0B 1C0 519-836-6142 www.slootconstruction.com

Branthaven Homes* 720 Oval Court.

Burlington, Ontario L7L 6A9 905-333-8364 www.branthaven.com

Slotegraaf Construction Ltd. 221 Shearson Crescent Cambridge, Ontario N1T 1J5 519-620-2299 www.slotegraafconstruction.com

Bryan Turkstra Homes Ltd. 155 Hillcrest Ave. Dundas, Ontario L9H 4Y1 905-627-5764 www.bryanturkstrahomes.com

Terra View Homes* 45 Speedvale Ave. E., Suite 5 Guelph, Ontario N1H 1J2 519-763-6458 www.terra-view.com

Cambridge Homes Inc.* 1247 E. Hwy. 8 Winona Ontario L8E 5G8 905-961-2833 www.homesbycambridge.ca

Thomasfield Homes Ltd. 295 Southgate Dr. Guelph, Ontario N1G 3M5 519-836-4332 www.thomasfield.com

Cara Custom Homes 115 Tollgate Dr. Ancaster, Ontario L9G 5C9 905-981-4778 www.caracustomhomes.com

Timberworx Construction P.O. Box 265, Fergus, Ontario N1M 2W8 519-787-3717 | www.timberworx.ca

Carriage Gate Homes Ltd. 421 Brant St., Suite 201 Burlington, Ontario L7R 2G3 905-637-8888 www.carriagegatehomes.com

Victory Oak Homes 349 Elizabeth St. Guelph, Ontario N1E 2X9 519-836-7817 www.victoryoakhomes.com

Chiaravalle Developments Inc. 52 Hildegard Dr. Hamilton,Ontario L8K 5R9 905-561-3632

Wrighthaven Homes 11 Spencer Drive Elora, Ontario N0B 1S0 519-787-6699 www.wrighthavenhomes.com

Cosmopolitan Homes* 120 West Beaver Creek Rd Richmond Hill, ON L4B 1L2 905-762-1800 www.cosmopolitanhomes.ca

HAMILTON-HALTON HOME BUILDERS’ ASSOCIATION

Country Green Homes* 410 Industrial Dr., Unit C Milton, Ontario L9T 5A6 905-693-8525 www.countrygreenhomes.com

Adi Development Group Inc.* 4190 South Service Road, Suite 200, Burlington, ON L7L 4X5 905-592-1140 | www.adidevelopments.com

MacPherson Builders Ltd. 40 West Wilmot St., Unit 6 Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 1H8 905-882-8000 www.macphersonbuilders.com

Agrigento Luxury Homes 987 Rymal Road E., Hamilton, Ontario L8W 3M2 905-574-4600 | www.agrigentohomes.ca

Reid’s Heritage Homes* 6783 Wellington Road 34, R.R #22 Cambridge, Ontario N3C 2V4 519-658-6656 www.reidsheritagehomes.com

Alterra 920 Yonge St., Suite 1000 Toronto, Ontario M4W 3C7 416-964-1800 www.alterra.com

Reid Homes 2781 Townline Road, RR #21 Cambridge, Ontario N3C 2V3 519-249-1500 www.www.reidhomes.ca

Angelica Homes 187 Highland Rd. W. Stoney Creek, Ontario L8G 3W1 905-573-7527 www.angelicahomes.com

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Desozio Homes Ltd. 35 Milne Crt., Ancaster, Ontario L9G 4T3 | 905-536-1508 www.desoziohomes.com DiCenzo Construction Company Ltd.* 205 Quigley Rd., Suite 2 Hamilton, Ontario L8K 5M8 905-561-3767 www.dicenzohomes.ca Dussin Quality Homes 270 Springbrook Rd. Ancaster, Ontario L9G 3K9 905-648-9919 www.dussinqualityhomes.com Eastlake Homes Inc. 32 Thornwood Dr., Ancaster, Ontario L9G 1A4 | 905-638-1370 www.eastlakehomescda.com Empire Communities* 125 Villarboit Cres.,Vaughan, Ontario L4K 4K2 | 905-307-8102 www.empirecommunities.com The Enfield Group Inc. 1 Hamilton St. S., Box 1120 Waterdown, Ontario L0R 2H0 905-689-7341 www.enfield.net Frisina Group 112 Hughson Street South Hamilton, Ontario L8N 2B2 905-547-0020 | www.frisinahomes.com Fracarsan Corporation 950 Fennell Ave. E., Suite 105 Hamilton, Ontario L8V 1X2 905-387-2255 | www.gallihomes.ca George Sinclair Construction Inc. PO Box 73032 Limeridge Postal Hamilton, ON L9A 5H7 905-561-9320 | www.georgesinclair.com Habitat for Humanity - Halton 1800 Appleby Line, Unit 10 Burlington, Ontario L7L 6A1 905-637-4446 | www.habitathalton.ca

Crystal Homes Corp.

161 Rebecca St. Hamilton, Ontario L8R 1B9 905-574-4859 www.crystalhomes.com

Habitat for Humanity - Hamilton 285 Nash Rd. N., Unit 1 Hamilton, Ontario L8H 7P4 905-560-6707 www.habitathamilton.ca

DeMarchi Construction Ltd. 278 Barton Street East Stoney Creek, Ontario L8E 2K6 905-664-9937 www.demarchihomes.ca

Homes by DeSantis Inc.* 461 Green Rd., Unit 10 Stoney Creek, Ontario L8E 5B4 905-664-7288 www.homesbydesantis.com

DeSantis (A) Developments Ltd. 8 Main St. E., Suite 202 Hamilton, Ontario L8N 1E8 905-777-0252 www.desantis.com

Jay Robinson Custom Homes 35 Crawford Cres., #339 Campbellville, Ontario L0P1B0 905-854-2020 www.jayrobinson.ca

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Mattamy Homes* 2360 Bristol Circle, Oakville, Ontario L6H 6M5 905-829-2424 www.mattamyhomes.com

Rosehaven Homes Ltd.* 145 Reynolds St., Suite 300 Oakville, Ontario L6J 0A7 905-849-1166 www.rosehavenhomes.com

Branthaven Homes* 720 Oval Court Burlington, Ontario L7L 6A9 905-333-8364 www.branthaven.com

Tillsonburg Developments* 80 Brock St. E, P.O. Box 158, Tillsonburg, ON N4G 4H5 519-688-5937

Jeffrey Robinson Construction Inc. 239 Malvern Rd. Burlington, Ontario L7N 1B6 905-632-9949 www.jeffreyrobinsonconstruction.com

New Horizon Development Group* 69 John St. S., Suite 400 Hamilton, Ontario L8N 2B9 905-777-0000 www.newhorizonhomes.ca

Sutherland Development Group 4151 Morris Dr., Burlington, Ontario L7L 5L5 | 905-639-2330 www.sutherlanddevelopment.ca

Bruce McMillan & Company Properties 613 Eagletrace Drive, London Ontario, N6G 0E8 519-667-9725 | www.brucemcmillan.ca

John Bruce Robinson Construction Limited PO Box 39 Binbrook, ON L0R 1C0 905-692-1741 www.homesbyjohnbrucerobinson.com

Park Manor Homes Inc. P.O. Box 56089 Stoney Creek, Ontario L8G 5C9 905-662-2524 www.parkmanorhomes.com

Landmart Homes 911 Golf Links Rd., Suite 307 Ancaster, Ontario L9K 1H9 905-304-6459 www.landmarthomes.com

Restauri Homes 154 Fortissimo Dr., Hamilton, Ontario L9C 0B8 | 905-667-4798

Losani Homes Ltd.* 430 McNeilly Rd., Suite 203 Stoney Creek, Ontario L8E 5E3 905-561-1700 | www.losanihomes.com Marcasa Homes 661 Hwy. 8, Suite 11044 Stoney Creek, Ontario L8E 5J7 905-515-4748 www.marcasahomes.com Marz Homes 115 Hwy. 8, Suite 204 Stoney Creek, Ontario L8G 1C1 905-662-3039 www.marzhomes.com Mattamy Homes* 2360 Bristol Circle Oakville, Ontario L6H 6M5 905-829-2424 www.mattamyhomes.com Menkes Developments Ltd.* 4711 Yonge St., Suite 1400 Toronto, Ontario M2N 7E4 416-491-2222 www.menkes.com Molinaro Group Inc. 761 Brant Street, Suite 202, Burlington, ON L7R 2H4 905-634-1128 www.molinarogroup.com Monarch Corporation* 2550 Victoria Park Ave., Suite 200 North York, Ontario M2J 5A9 416-491-7440 www.monarchgroup.net Mountainview Homes Ltd.* 3350 Merritville Hwy., Suite 9 Thorold, Ontario L2V 4Y6 905-688-3100 | www.mountainview.com Multi-Area Developments Inc.* 301 Fruitland Rd., Suite 10 Stoney Creek, Ontario L8E 5M1 905-664-2623 | www.multi-area.com

Rosehaven Homes Ltd.* 145 Reynolds St., Suite 300 Oakville, Ontario L6J OA7 905-849-1166 www.rosehavenhomes.com Rosemont Homes Inc. 145 Christopher Dr. Hamilton, Ontario L9B 1G6 905-574-7790 www.rosemonthomes.ca Scarlett Homes Ltd. 2171 West Oak Trails Blvd.

Oakville, Ontario L6M 3L3 905-304-3707 | www.scarletthomes.com Schuit Homes Inc.* 210 Old Ancaster Rd. Dundas, Ontario L9H 5E3 905-628-9559 www.schuithomes.com Silvestri Investments 21 King St. W., Suite 920 Hamilton, Ontario L8P 4W7 905-521-1144 www.silvestri.ca Silverstone Developments Inc. 300 Silvana Cres., Burlington, Ontario L7L 2W1 905-570-3360 www.silverstonedevelopments.ca Sonoma Homes 1059 Upper James St. Suite #210 Hamilton, Ontario L9C 3A6 905-538-2617 www.sonomahomes.ca Spallacci Group* 85 Lancing Dr., Suite Q Hamilton, Ontario L8W 2Z9 905-389-6421 www.spallaccigroup.com Starward Homes Ltd. 2000 Garth St., Suite 201 Hamilton, Ontario L9B 0C1 905-667-8800 www.starwardhomes.com

Thomas Cochren Homes 95 Hamilton St. N., Suite 6 Waterdown, Ontario L0R 2H0 | 905-689-3204 www.thomascochrenhomes.com Trinison Management Corporation 8600 Dufferin St. Vaughan, Ontario L4K 5P5 416-798-1127 www.trinison.com

Cannon Homes 785 Wonderland Rd. S. London, Ontario N6K 1M0 519-851-9654 www.cannonhomesltd.ca Carolina Homes 1397 Shore Rd. London, Ontario N6K 4Z8 519-317-1045 www.carolinahomes.ca

United Building Contractors Limited 1850 Jerseyville Rd., W., R.R. 1 Jerseyville, Ontario L0R 1R0 905-648-9349 www.unitedbuilders.ca

Castell Homes 982 Dearness Drive London, Ontario N6E 1N7 519-860-3109 www.castellhomes.com

Vrancor Development Corp.

366 King Street West Hamilton, Ontario L8P 1B3 905-540-4800 www.vrancor.com

Covenant Construction 844 Willow Drive London, Ontario N6E 1P1 519-473-1500 www.covenantconstruction.ca

Westpark Developments Inc. 75 Lancing Dr., Suite 1A Hamilton, Ontario L8W 2Z9 905-521-5757

Covington Group P.O. Box 39023 London Ontario, N5Y 5L1 519-453-4242 www.covingtongroup.com

Winzen Homes Ltd.* 30 Algie Ave. Etobicoke, Ontario M8Z 5J8 416-253-5900 www.winzen.ca

Crown Homes of London PO Box 8009 London, ON N6G 2V9 519-473-0723 www.crownhomes.on.ca

Zeina Homes 3-35 Stonechurch Rd. Suite 365 Hamilton, ON L9K 1S5 905-297-8346 www.zeinahomes.ca

CTX Homes Ltd. P.O. Box 8118 London, Ontario N6G 2B0 519-494-1132 www.ctxhomes.com

LONDON HOME BUILDERS’ ASSOCIATION

DeLange Construction Ltd. 160 Harris Rd. Delaware, ON. N0L 1E0 519-652-0101 www.delangehomes.com

Auburn Developments 560 Wellington St., 2nd Floor London, Ontario N6A 3R4 519-434-1808 | www.auburndev.com Barry Wade Design Construction Management 15 Janes St. Dorchester, Ontario N0L 1G2 519-268-2995 | www.barrywade.ca Bridlewood Homes 3334 Wonderland Rd. S. London, Ontario N6L 1A6 519-652-1455 www.bridlewoodhomes.ca

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DHP Contracting 94 Curtis St. St. Thomas, Ontario N5P 1J2 519-633-8820 www.dhpcontracting.com Dick Masse Homes Ltd. P.O. Box 158 Thorndale, Ontario N0M 2P0 519-461-0138 www.dickmassehomes.ca Domus Developments (London) Inc. 270 Callaway Rd. London, Ontario N6G 0M3 519-439-3881 www.domusdev.com

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New Horizon Development Group* 69 John St. S., Suite 400 Hamilton, Ontario L8N 2B9 905-777-0000 www.newhorizonhomes.ca

Monarch Corporation* 2550 Victoria Park Ave., Suite 200 North York, Ontario M2J 5A9 416-491-7440 www.monarchgroup.net

Menkes Developments Ltd.* 4711 Yonge St., Suite 1400 Toronto, Ontario M2N 7E4 416-491-2222 www.menkes.com

Adi Development Group* 4190 South Service Road, Suite 200, Burlington, ON L7L 4X5 905-592-1140 www.adidevelopments.com

Doug Tarry Homes* 358 Elm Street St. Thomas, Ontario, N5R 1K1 519-631-9300 www.dougtarryhomes.com

Harasym Homes Inc. (Aleck) P.O. Box 28030 London, Ontario N6H 5E1 519-472-5400 www.harasymhomesinc.com

Millstone Homes Inc. 431 Boler Rd. London, Ontario N6B 1L1 519-657-8596 www.millstonehomes.ca

Sifton Properties Ltd.* 195 Dufferin Ave., Suite 800 London, Ontario N6A 1K7 519-434-1000 | www.sifton.com

Drewlo Holdings Inc. P.O. Box 6000, Komoka, Ontario N0L 1R0 519-472-8200 www.drewloholdings.com

Huron Contractors P.O.Box 13 Exeter, Ontario N0M 1S6 519-235-4726 www.huroncontractors.ca

Oke Woodsmith Building Systems Inc. 70964 Bluewater Hwy. Grand Bend, ON. N0M 1T0 519-238-8893 www.okewoodsmith.com

Fine Home Design 367 Edgeworth Ave. London, Ontario N5W 5C3 519-659-2004 www.finehomedesign.ca

Ironstone Building Company, The 483 Colborne St. London, Ontario N6B 2T4 519-660-6006 || www.ironstonebuilt.com

Forever Homes Inc. 1956 Mallard Rd. London, Ontario N6H 5M7 519-686-3075 www.foreverhomes.ca Fusion Homes* 500 Hanlon Creek Blvd., Guelph, Ontario N1C 0A1 519-826-6700 www.fusionhomes.com Gary Field Homes Inc. 5 York St., Box 361 Newbury, Ontario N0L 1Z0 519-693-8686 www.garyfieldhomes.com Geranium Homes* 3190 Steeles Avenue East, Suite 300 Markham, ON L3R 1G9 905-477-1177 www.geraniumhomes.com Graystone Development Group Limited 19-725 Eagletrace Dr. London, Ontario N6G 0J7 519-601-6900 | www.graystonegroup.ca H.T. Homes 740 Hyde Park Rd. PO Box 28010 Oakridge RO London, Ontario N6H 5E1 519-660-8594 | www.hthomes.ca Habib Homes 1051 Stoneybrook Cres.

Windsor, Ontario N9G 2R2 519-966-6200 | www.habibhomes.com Habitat for Humanity London Inc. 40 Pacific Court - Unit 2 London, Ontario N5V 3N4 519-659-1949 www.habitat4home.ca Harasym Developments Inc. 2320 Waterside Terrace London, Ontario N6G 0M1 519-680-1605 www.harasym.com

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JLC Homes Ltd. P.O. Box 37, Lambeth Stn. London, Ontario N6P 1P9 519-319-5170

Old Oak Properties 465 Richmond St., Suite 600 London, Ontario N6A 5P4 519-661-0215 www.oldoakproperties.com Palumbo Homes 1055 Sarnia Rd., Suite B3 London, Ontario N6H 5J9 519-439-4142 | www. palumbohomes.on.ca

Johnstone Homes 284 Exeter Rd., London, Ontario N6L 1A3 | 519-652-9581 www.johnstonehomes.ca Kaizen Homes Inc. 200 Dundas Street London, Ontario N6A 1G7 519-473-6184 | www.kaizenhomes.com Karim Homes 1082 Moy Cres.

London, ON. N6G 0B7 519-808-6449 | www.karimhomes.ca Kenmore Homes (London) Inc. 100 Bessemer Rd. Suite 5 London, ON. N6E 1R2 519-681-3983 www.kenmorehomes.ca

Patzer Homes 4474 Blakie Rd., Suite 131 London, Ontario N6L 1G7 519-652-3988 www.patzerhomes.ca Pittao Homes Inc. (1992) 22628 Richmond St. RR 42 London, Ontario N5X 4B2 519-666-0721 Prosperity Homes Ltd. 2127 Jetstream Rd. London, Ontario N5V 4H7 519-642-4341 www.prosperityhomes.ca

Sommerville Custom Homes 751 Woodcrest Blvd.

London, Ontario N6K 1P8 519-860-4686 www.somervillecustomhomes.com Tricar Group, The* 3800 Colonel Talbot Rd. London, Ontario N6P 1H5 519-652-8900 www.tricar.com Tridon Group 598 Upper Queens St. London, ON. N6C 3T9 519-521-7777 www.tridongroup.com Vandermolen Homes Inc. 100 Birchmount St. London, Ontario N6K 4K5 519-474-7453 www.vandermolenhomes.ca Walzak Construction Ltd. 6 Farmhouse Rd. London, Ontario N5Y 5M4 519-453-7557 www.walzak.ca Wasko Developments P.O. Box 28069 London, Ontario N6H 5E1 519-657-1048 www.waskodevelopments.com Wastell Builders Inc. 28 Chantry Place London, Ontario N6G 5A5 519-850-0020 www.wastell.ca

Mapleton Homes Upper 1374 Kains Woods Terrace London, Ontario N6K 4Z7 519-471-2596 www.mapletonhomes.ca

Pym & Cooper Custom Homes (London) Inc. 37 Normandy Gardens St. Catharines, ON. N6H 4B1 519-472-2243 www.pymandcooper.ca

Marquis Developments 21578 Richmond Street, Suite #101 Arva, Ontario N0M 1C0 519-601-4992 www.marquisdevelopments.com

Rembrandt Homes 1560 North Routledge Park London, Ontario N6H 5L6 519-657-1200 www.rembrant-homes.ca

Medway Homes Inc. P.O. Box 89, Arva, Ontario N0M 1C0 | 519-850-0130 www.pittao.com

Rice Homes 77 Main St. E. Grand Bend, Ontario N0M 1T0 519-238-6436 www.ricedevelopmentcorp.ca

A.J. Vanderzalm - Custom Build 2827 Effingham Rd., R.R. 1 St. Catharines, Ontario L2R 6P7 905-685-1393 www.arnoldvanderzalm.com

Rockmount Homes Inc. 1093 Brydges St. London, Ontario N5W 2B5 519-455-4946 www.rockmounthomes.com

Ballantry Homes Inc.* 20 Cachet Woods Crt., Suite 6 Markham, Ontario L6C 3G1 905-887-7100 www.ballantryhomes.com

Saratoga Homes Inc. 1535 Hyde Park Road.

London, Ontario N6H 5L4 519-657-2800 | www.saratogahomes.ca

Bayview Wellington Homes* 111 Creditstone Rd. Vaughan, Ontario L4K 1N3 905-669-4133 www.bwhomes.ca

Melchers Construction Limited 9952 Glendon Dr. Komoka, ON. N0L 1R0 519-473-4149 www.melcherconstruction.com Millennium Construction & Design Inc. P.O. Box 25031 London, Ontario N6C 6A8 519-850-7830 www.mcadi.ca

Willsie Construction Inc. P.O. Box 159, Belmont, Ontario N0L 1B0 | 519-644-0524 www.willsieconstruction.com NIAGARA HOME BUILDERS’ ASSOCIATION

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Phelps Homes* 166 Main St. W., Grimsby, Ontario L3M 1S3 905-945-5451 www.phelpshomes.com

Landmart Homes* 911 Golf Links Rd., Suite 307, Ancaster, Ontario L9K 1H9 905-304-6459 ww.landmarthomes.com

Empire Communities* 125 Villarboit Cres.

Vaughan, Ontario L4K 4K2 905-307-8102 www.empirecommunities.com

Brookfield Homes* 100-7303 Warden Ave. Markham, Ontario L3R 5Y6 905-477-5111 www.brookfieldhomes.ca

John Boldt Builders Ltd. 1515 Fifth Street, R.R. 3 St. Catharines, Ontario L2R 6P9 905-682-5958 www.johnboldtbuilders.com

Pinewood Homes (Niagara) Ltd. 2125 Fruitbelt Pkwy.

Niagara Falls, Ontario L2E 6S4 905-262-2222 www.pinewoodniagarabuilders.ca

Winspear Homes 8508 Regional Rd. 20 Smithville, Ontario L0R 2A0 905-957-6873 www.winspearhomes.com

Bice Builders Limited P.O. Box 938 Virgil, Ontario L0S 1T0 905-933-8194 www.bicebuilders.com

Kenmore Homes (1987) Inc. 236 Glenridge Ave. St. Catharines, Ontario L2T 3J8 905-684-2317 | www.kenmorehomes.ca

Policella Homes 763 S. Pelham St. Welland, ON. L3C 3C9 905-735-0848 www.policellahomes.com

WATERLOO REGION HOME BUILDERS’ ASSOCIATION

Blythwood Homes 7058 Ridgewood Crescent, Niagara Falls, Ontario L2J 3H1 905-358-6610 www.blythwoodhomes.ca Brock Builders Inc. P.O. Box 1659 Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario L0S 1J0 905-468-0895 www.brockbuilders.ca Brook-Lite Homes Ltd. 128 Lake St. St. Catharines, Ontario L2R 5Y1 905-682-7001 www.brook-lite.com DRT Custom Homes & Renovations 7150 Ridgewood Cres..

Niagara Falls, Ontario L2J 3H1 905-658-8283 www. drtcustomhomes.com George Schneider Construction 3399 Notre Dame Crt. Niagara Falls, Ontario L2H 2X3 905-354-4984 | www.schneiderhomes.ca Great Gulf * 3751 Victoria Park Ave. Toronto, Ontario M1W 3Z4 416-449-1340 | www.greatgulf.com Grey Forest Homes Ltd. 1 Keefer Rd. St. Catharines, Ontario L2M 7M4 905-687-9416 www.greyforesthomes.ca Habitat for Humanity Niagara 150 Bunting Rd. St. Catharines, Ontario L2P 3G5 905-685-7395 www.habitatniagara.ca Henley Heights Construction 2324 Horton Ave., R.R. 1 Jordan Station, Ontario L0R 1S0 905-562-0891 www.henleyheights.com Homes By Hendriks 4618 Sandy Cove Dr., Beamsville, Ontario L0R 1B1 | 905-563-7681 www.homesbyhendriks.com

Kenneth Homes 3 Laurie St., St. Catharines, Ontario L2S 2V9 905-321-3177 www.kennethhomes.ca

Premium Building Group 275 Fourth Ave., P.O. Box 30087 St. Catharines, Ontario L2S 4A1 905-988-1085 | www.pbgfamily.com

Konsept Homes 131 Dieppe Rd., Unit 2 St. Catharines, Ontario L2M 6R7 905-682-8934 | www.konsept.ca

Pride Homes by Fred Hendriks Inc. 4593 Lincoln Ave. Beamsville, Ontario L0R 1B3 905-563-0999 | www.pridehomes.ca

Langendoen Homes Inc.* P.O. Box 8 Jordan, Ontario L0R 1S0 905-687-0501 www.langendoenhomes.ca

Rinaldi Homes P.O. Box 1655, St. Catharines, Ontario L2R 7K1 | 905-688-1283 www.rinaldihomes.com

Losani Homes Ltd.* 430 McNeilly Rd., Suite 203 Stoney Creek, Ontario L8E 5E3 905-561-1700 | www.losanihomes.com

Rosehaven Homes* 145 Reynolds St., Suite 300 Oakville, Ontario L6J 0A7 905-849-1166 www.rosehavenhomes.com

MaBo Westside Construction Ltd. 137 Chantler Rd., R.R. 5 Welland, Ontario L3B 5N8 905-732-3003 www.mabowestsideconstruction.ca

Sheldon Homes 86 Marsdale Dr. St. Catharines, Ontario L2T 3S9 905-641-1283 www.sheldonhomes.com

Marken Homes and Construction PO Box 154 Niagara Falls, Ontario L2H 3H7 | 905-374-7533 www.markenhomes.ca

Silvergate Homes Ltd. 144 Dunkirk Rd. St. Catharines, Ontario L2P 3H6 905-680-6000 www.silvergatehomes.com

Molinaro Group 761 Brant St., Suite 202 Burlington Ontario L7R 2H4 905-634-1128 | www.molinarogroup.com Mason Homes Ltd. 30 Pennsylvania Ave., Suite 6 Concord, Ontario L4K 4A5 905-761-2050 | www.masonhomes.ca Mountainview Homes* 3350 Merrittville Hwy., Suite 9 Thorold, Ontario L2V 4Y6 905-688-3100 www.mountainview.com ParkLane Home Builders* 47 Scott St. W. St. Catharines, Ontario L2R 1E1 905-685-0688 www.parklanehomebuilders.com Phelps Homes Ltd.* 166 Main St. W. Grimsby, Ontario L3M 1S3 905-945-5451 www.phelpshomes.com

Starward Homes 2000 Garth St., Suite 201 Hamilton, Ontario L9B 0C1 905-667-8800 www.starwardhomes.com T.R. Symonds Signature Homes 2843 Tracy Ter. Port Colborne, Ontario L3K 5V3 905-834-6641 Vanderzalm Construction 2746 Maple St. R.R. #3 Fenwick, Ontario L0S 1C0 905-684-5823 www.vanderzalm.ca Windrush Hill Construction 37 Northcliff Dr. St. Catharines, Ontario L2T 3V8 905-227-3978 www.windrushhill.ca

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Aberdeen Homes 20 Crestview Place Kitchener, Ontario N2B 0A2 519-744-1991 www.aberdeenhomes.ca Activa Holdings Inc. 55 Columbia Street East, Suite 1 Waterloo, Ontario N2J 4N7 519-886-9400 www.activagroup.ca Bromberg Homes, Werner Bromberg Ltd. 44 Saltsman Dr., Unit 5 Cambridge, Ontario N3H 4R7 519-650-1161 www.bromberghomes.com Capital Homes Inc. 310 Fairway Rd. S., P.O. Box 45016 Kitchener, Ontario N2C 2R6 519-570-2137 www.capitalhomes.on.ca Carey Homes Inc. 550 Parkside Dr., Unit B14-15 Waterloo, Ontario N2L 5V4 519-746-1640 www.careyhomes.ca Claysam Homes Ltd.* 4433 Side Road 10N Cambridge, Ontario N3C 2V4 519-220-0269 www.claysamhomes.com Cook Homes Ltd. 169 Lexington Crt., Suite B-1 Waterloo, Ontario N2J 4R3 519-746-6244 www.cookhomes.ca D. Lesic Designs Ltd. 320 Edgewater Cres.

Kitchener, Ontario N2A 4L9 519-496-9229 www.dlesicdesigns.ca Dunsire Developments* 54-5100 South Service Rd Burlington, ON L7L 6A5 1.888.519.2346 www.dunsire.com Eastforest Homes Ltd.* 155 Washburn Dr. Kitchener, Ontario N2R 1S1 519-742-2846 www.eastforesthomes.com

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Emerald Homes Ltd. 43 Pintail Dr., Elmira, Ontario N3B 3B8 519-669-4157 www.emeraldhomes.ca

Hearthstone Homes 119 Captain McCallum Dr. New Hamburg, Ontario N3A 0B5 519-662-9989 www.hearthstonehomes.ca

Senator Homes* 250 Lesmill Road North York, ON M3B 2T5 416.445.8552 www.senatorhomes.com

Emery Homes Waterloo Ltd.* 620 Wilson Ave., Suite 350 Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Z3 416-636-7200 www.emeryhomes.net

Heisler Homes Inc. 256 Terrace Wood Cres.

Kitchener, Ontario N2P 2T3 519-650-9378 | www.heislerhomes.ca

Stonecroft Homes Inc. 159 Stonecroft Way New Hamburg, Ontario N3A 4R2 | 519-662-6621 www.stonecrofthomes.com

Empire Communities* 125 Villarboit Cres.

Vaughan, Ontario L4K 4K2 905-307-8102 www.empirecommunities.com Finoro Homes Ltd.* 66 Arrow Rd., Suite 6 Guelph, Ontario N1K 1T4 519-824-2961 | www.finorohomes.ca Forest Park Group* 71 Schneller Dr., Baden, Ontario N3A 2L5 | 519-634-9996 www.forestparkhomes.ca Frede R Construction Ltd. 90 Frobisher Dr. Waterloo, Ontario N2V 2A1 519-747-0014 www.fredeconstruction.ca Freure Homes Ltd. 501 Krug St., Suite 201 Kitchener, Ontario N2B 1L3 519-578-7771 | www.freure.com Fusion Homes* 500 Hanlon Creek Blvd.

Guelph, Ontario N1C 0A1 519-826-6700 | www.fusionhomes.com Gateway Village Homes 269 Fearnwood St. Cambridge, Ontario N3C 3W9 519-651-1631 Grandview Homes 24 Executive Place Kitchener, Ontario N2P 2N4 519-748-2800 www.grandview-homes.com Hallman Construction & Land Development 20 Crestview Place Kitchener, Ontario N2B 0A2 519-744-6353 www.hallmanconstruction.com Hawksview Homes Ltd. 550-B1 Parkside Dr., Waterloo, ON. N2L 5V4 519-669-3100 www.hawksviewhomes.com

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Hunt Club Valley Inc. 2000 Garth St., Suite 201 Hamilton, Ontario L9B 0C1 905-667-8800 www.starwardhomes.com

Terra View Homes* 45 Speedvale Ave. E., Suite 5 Guelph, Ontario N1H 1J2 519-763-6458 www.terra-view.com

Integra Homes Inc. P.O. Box 42021 Waterloo, Ontario N2L 6K5 519-746-6840 www.integrahomesinc.com

Thomasfield Homes Ltd. 295 Southgate Dr. Guelph, Ontario N1G 3M5 519-836-4332 www.thomasfield.com

Kenmore Homes (K-W) Inc. 79 Rankin St., Suite 2 Waterloo, Ontario N2V 1W2 519-747-2834 www.kenmorehomes.ca

Tice River Estates Inc. 1919 Albion Rd., Etobicoke, Ontario M9W 5S8 416-674-5717

Laurel View Homes 4001 Chesswood Dr., North York, Ontario M3J 2R8 416-635-6663 www.laurelviewhomes.com

Verdone Homes 2000 Ltd. 336 Speedvale Ave. W. Guelph, Ontario N1H 7M7 519-824-5311 www.verdonehomes.com

Mattamy Homes Ltd.* 2360 Bristol Circle Oakville, Ontario L6H 6M9 905-829-2424

Warren Sinclair Construction Ltd. 246 Lawrence Ave. Kitchener, Ontario N2M 1Y4 519-743-8421 www.sinclairconstruction.ca

Milla Homes, George Milla Construction Ltd. 5-420 Erb St. W., Suite 503 Waterloo, Ontario N2L 6K6 519-880-9998 www.millahomes.com

Wm. J. Gies Construction Ltd. 193 Ashcroft Place Waterloo, Ontario N2J 3M7 519-885-3610

Monarch Corporation Ltd.* 2550 Victoria Park Ave., Suite 200 Toronto, Ontario M2J 5A9 416-491-7440 www.monarchgroup.net Murray Leis Construction Inc. 3785 Nafziger Rd. Wellesley, Ontario N0B 2T0 519-656-3083 www.murrayleisconstruction.com Reid’s Heritage Group* 6783 Wellington Rd. Unit 34 N3C 2V4 519-658-6656 www.reidsheritagegroup.com Schlegel Urban Development Inc. 325 Max Becker Dr., Suite 201 Kitchener, Ontario N2E 4H5 519-571-1873 | www.rbjschlegel.com

* See these fine builders in New Home & Condo Guide SWO magazine. Pick up your FREE copy today!

20 YEARS MAKING COMMUNITIES

E M P I R E C O M M U N IT I E S We create inspiring new places to live. By being pioneers in our industry, by giving more and by caring for the world around us, with designs that make luxury more affordable.

L I V I N G O U R WO R K We’ve built more than 10,000 new homes and condos across Southwestern Ontario and the GTA. And we have more than 20,000 fully planned homes on the way. For us, life revolves around giving our best, thinking differently and treating every single person with respect.

This attitude has helped us grow from a small, single-project property developer to one of Canada’s largest homebuilders. Beyond this, it drives our ability to make a positive impact.

LOV I N G O U R RO OT S We opened our doors as Empire Communities in 1993.

But our story begins long before that. Our founders’ families have played a major role in the development of Southwestern Ontario and the GTA since the 1960s.

They have contributed to the construction of landmarks like the Rogers Centre, Scotia Plaza and the Gardiner Expressway. Today, we continue this legacy at Empire.

LOV E L I F E , L I V E E M P I R E We love doing what we do, because it’s fun to see people thrive in their community. This simple joy drives us to design homes, condos and neighbourhoods that enhance the way people live and interact, every day.

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MASTER PLANNED LIVING We create vibrant, connected communities from the ground up. That means finding the right land, building the best homes and defining distinct neighbourhoods.

Just look at Wyndfield, our master-planned community of nearly 3,000 homes in Brantford, Ontario. We designed Wyndfield in 1998 to grow into a place where families could enjoy luxury living at an affordable price – a place to share great experiences.

parks, trails, sports fields and nearby retail stores, life is easy here. The best part is, it’s also more sustainable. There are over 1, 000 Energy Star qualified homes at Wyndfield. That means more people save on energy bills.

With continual Empire contributions to local sports teams, businesses, festivals and infrastructure, Wyndfield remains the ideal master-planned community.

Set on the rolling hills of southwest Brantford, Wyndfield is exactly that. With plenty of schools,

Prices, sizes and specifications are subject to change without notice. Please see Sales for full details. E xclusive listing brokerage: T F N Realit y Inc. Broker Protected. E. & O. E.

WYNDFIELD, A VIBRANT COMMUNITY IN A BREATHTAKING SETTING

LUXURY YOU CAN AFFORD WYNDFIELD

SUMMERLEA

ROSEHILL

COUNTRY SQUIRE RIDGE

Brantford

Binbrook

Hamilton

Cambridge

From the low $200’s

From the low $300’s

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WYNDANCE

GLOW

MEADOWS

HIDDEN VALLEY

Uxbridge

Mississauga

Cambridge

Dundas

From the $900’s

From the mid $600’s

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IMAGINE

LAKESIDE

FOXWOOD

CASTLE RIDGE

Niagara

Brampton

Ancaster

Ancaster

From the mid $300’s

From the mid $300’s

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LUSH AT VICTORY

EATON SQUARE

Stoney Creek

Markham

From the low $300’s

From the low $600’s

Learn more about our master-planned communities, our homes and our condos at empirecommunities.com

HOMES CONDOS COMMUNITIES

MASTER PLANNED COMMUNITIES At Empire we’ve built vibrant communities for over 30,000 Ontarians. Our beautiful new homes are designed to make luxury more affordable.

Look inside to see why people love Empire Communities