5 reasons you should visit the new Empire website
Empire, one of the largest builders/developers in Southern Ontario, recently launched a new website. Why is this a big deal? There are a few reasons: 1) You can easily find a new community to call homeEmpire has over 20 years of experience building
EnerQuality is now accepting nominations for the EQ Awards!
Earlier this month, we took a look at some of our favourite sustainable designs in the housing and architecture industry that surfaced in 2015. Now, it is your turn to look back at this year and think about which firm, builder, developer, studio, or
ODA Chosen to Design Largest Affordable Housing Project in New York
Via ODABy Penny MunozNew York developer TF Cornerstone is working alongside the Office for Design & Architecture (ODA) to design and build what will be the city’s largest affordable housing project.The ODA’s proposal was chosen over designs from
Toronto Looking to Double Development Charges
Just how much is too much when it comes to development charges? The City is always looking for ways to add more cash to its coffers, and developers are constantly focusing on maintaining affordability.The City of Toronto is once again floating the idea
Bazis Inc. Purchases in Yorkville
Remember when we were talking about how slow the real estate market is? The lack of development applications and land acquisitions? Well, those days are behind us, based on the flurry of activity over the past few months.One developer that has been quite
But Who Stands up for the Little Guy?
With a 100% increase looking likely not so long ago, optimistic developers are trying to see the glass as half full this week, as Rob Ford’s executive committee voted to hike development charges by 70%.Critics say that the city capitulated to builder
Construction Update: Post House Condominium
We love when developers and architects creatively incorporate Toronto’s historical buildings into their new condo designs. Some great examples include Five Condos at St. Joseph and The Massey Tower - both by MOD Developments.One project that is doing an
Wyview Group Reveals Exciting Plans for the GTA
The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) is starting to draw the gaze of large international developers, specifically from China. One of which is Wyview Group, and we recently had the very special honour to meet with Chairman, Mr. Wang Wei Xiang, and
Building Communities Beyond the Bricks and Mortar
Every year, builders and developers in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) launch campaigns to raise money for the neighbourhoods in which they’re building and other charitable organizations. As a part of our 2014 Year in Review, we want to look back and
Mississauga faces Development Quandaries
The strong demand for high-rise living is reaching beyond downtown Toronto. Mississauga has experienced a significant spike, with an estimated 60 to 70 percent of new home developments being condos.Developers have moved to intensify pockets of
