Is this Toronto’s biggest land deal ever?
Although lacking any substantiated evidence, a column in the Financial Post this week says “people” in the know say the Weston family is among bidders on a major piece of land in Toronto: the 11-acre site currently owned by the LCBO on the waterfront and
5 must-read DIY guides for your home
We’ve featured a number of DIY guides that covered everything from preparing your home for the market, to spending Valentine's Day at home, to crafting holiday wreaths, to family-proofing countertops, to decorating your winter balcony, to prepping the
A closer look of the model suite at On The Danforth Condos
Ever since we first heard about Diam Developments’ new Toronto condo, On The Danforth, we’ve kept a close eye on the project. In the past, we’ve interviewed Diam President Moninder Khudal, we got a sneak peek of the presentation centre while it was under
Why you need to explore Toronto by foot, bike, and boat
‘Walkability’ is becoming increasingly important for Greater Toronto Area residents, and developers are placing more emphasis on master-planned communities that feature walkable designs. Walkable cities are about more than the convenience of amenities
Trinity Ravine Towers: Christian community living in Scarborough
There is a new two-tower residence planned for Scarborough, but this isn’t your typical high-rise. Sponsored by Global Kingdom Ministries, Trinity Ravine Towers is a 55+ residence geared towards Christian community living. Aside from being geared towards
5 tips for choosing the best area rugs for your home
The trend in new housing is towards hardwood or laminate flooring throughout, or at least in the main living areas. When a room’s flooring is hardwood or laminate (other than a kitchen or bath) we typically need an area rug to soften and define the
Demand for urban towns and detached homes remains strong through fourth quarter
Trimart Research Corporation’s latest report recalls the record breaking sales in the second quarter of 2015, comparing the surge in new low-rise housing sales to the trend we are currently seeing in the fourth quarter. Though the new low-rise inventory
5 of our favourite new home industry events of 2015
With so many innovative and interesting events hosted by members of the new home industry, it’s really difficult to narrow it down to a few of our favourites. Throughout 2015, we’ve been to countless openings, groundbreakings, tours, and other industry
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
The shifting demand for innovative condo amenities
In Toronto’s competitive condo market, developers are constantly looking for ways to stand out from the rest. Condo amenities are an important tool for developers looking to attract homebuyers and edge out the competition. As time passes and a new
