Industry Profile: Babak Eslahjou of Core Architects
We sat down with Babak Eslahjou, a principal of Core Architects, to discuss his experiences, his creative method, and the way Core Architects functions as one of Toronto’s elite firms.NewInHomes (NIH): First off, how did you get to where you are?Babak
The Future of Sustainability
Green features, sustainability, building performance, ENERGY STAR, LEED Certified - these are all words that have been used frequently in the news and other forms of media with regards to the new home building industry in the GTA and throughout Ontario
Anson Kwok of Pinnacle Discusses 1 Yonge Master-Plan - PART 1
One of the most high profile developments currently underway in Toronto is the 1 Yonge master-plan by Pinnacle International. Since 1 Yonge will feature four residential buildings ranging from 70 to 88 storeys, we just had to catch up with our friend
The Virtual Alternative: The Future of New Home Hunting?
On April 25, we headed up to Yorkville to attend a presentation by 3D Condo Explorer Inc., a company that is trying to improve the way you search for a new home. How do they plan to accomplish this? With The Virtual Alternative.Founder Alexander
Our Top 5 Most Popular High-Rise Posts of 2014
We recently shared our top five most popular low-rise blog posts of 2014, so now it’s time to highlight the top high-rise posts of the year! With Toronto’s condo boom, it’s difficult to pick favourites or decide which developments were the best - that’s
Toronto's Newest Landmark Unveiled
With the unveiling of the 1,400-pound sculpture "Thing's End" by internationally renowned local artist James Carl, the entrance to the Festival Tower Condominiums atop TIFF Bell Lightbox becomes the unofficial gateway to the Cultural Corridor at John and
See what scares this first-time buyer the most
Going through the homebuying process for the first time can be intimidating. There are many steps, a lot of paperwork, lawyers get involved, and you’re making deals with hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Is this the year you become a landlord?
With the recent mortgage rule changes requiring all insured mortgages to undergo a stress-test, it’s possible that many who were looking to get into the market this year may hold off and decide to rent for another year or so in order to save for a 20%
Only 30 Units Remaining at Minto Longbranch!
Since the last time we caught up with Minto at Minto Longbranch in Toronto, about 260 homes have sold! Following their success, they’ve decided to extend this community, expecting to release new product later on this summer.Having started off as a
2 Special Bonuses Extended for a Limited Time at Eby Estates!
We just received news that there are only a few lots remaining at Williamsburg Homes’ Eby Estates in Kitchener! If you’ve been in search of a new community with a heritage-style atmosphere, then you definitely need to jump on this opportunity.As if the
