Master-Planned Living at Tridel’s Avani 2

Master-planned communities offer more than a collection of homes and retail - they create real and thriving communities. Emphasizing components of New Urbanism, these communities balance residential and commercial development while promoting walkability and environmentally friendly construction. Fortunately for families looking to benefit from this holistic approach to home design, Tridel recently released Avani 2, the sixth condo in the Metrogate master-planned community in Scarborough. Nestled within the city’s existing rich cultural fabric, this community boasts convenience, centrally located public spaces and parks, and access to a variety of amenities.

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Welcome to Avani 2

The modern Avani 2 tower overlooks a thoughtfully designed urban park located at the heart of Metrogate. This natural meeting place sets the tone for the neighbourhood, emphasizing accessibility to green space, walkability, and healthy living. With just under two acres of carefully landscaped green space, the park includes a jungle gym, bridge, winding pathways, and a playing field. Here, young families can picnic and play, take a moment to relax under the shade of a tree, or meander along the paths.

The Metrogate community also strives to create a balance between work and play. Avani 2 features several conveniences, including a brand new daycare centre, dental office, and retail space. Residents can therefore spend less time traveling to childcare or going out of the way for last minute grocery needs, and spend more time with the family and relaxing. Avani 2 also offers residents a top of the line fitness centre, as well as entertainment spaces and beautiful outdoor terraces for hosting guests. After a long day at work, an intense workout, or a glass of wine on the outdoor terrace, residents can retire to their one- or two-bedroom unit, many of which feature a cozy den.

Metrogate is also a LEED Certified neighbourhood, meeting the international mark of excellence for green building and incorporating components of smart growth and new urbanism. This holistic approach to design creates a healthier environment and facilitates a sense of community.

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Living in Scarborough

Sitting on the edge of Old Toronto, Scarborough is one of the most diverse areas in the GTA and home to a number of beautiful parks and natural features. With a host of great shopping, dining, and recreational services, Scarborough is the ideal location for the Metrogate master-planned community.

Residents of Avani 2 are spoiled by greenspace. In addition to Metrogate’s central park, the neighbourhood is located near Collingwood Park, McDairmid Woods Park, and Inglewood Heights Park. However, the city’s greatest natural feature can be found by the lake. Rising 350 feet above Lake Ontario, the Scarborough Bluffs are often described as a “geologic wonder” and give us a glimpse into the ice age. This natural formation treats visitors to excellent views of the beach area and lake, best enjoyed from one of the many quiet benches located in the Scarborough Bluffs Park along the periphery of the cliffs. Scarborough’s waterfront is also connected to the Waterfront Trail, extending from NIagara-on-the-Lake to the Quebec border. On a summer day, this trail is packed with cyclists, joggers, and inline skaters enjoying the breeze off the lake.

For residents looking to hike, camp, and glimpse some wildlife, a visit to Scarborough’s Rouge Park is a must. Take a guided nature hike, and keep a lookout for Trumpeter Swans, Monarch butterflies, hawks, cardinals, and if you’re especially quiet, deer. This beautiful nature reserve is currently under review to be designated as one of Canada’s National Parks. Scarborough is also home to a number of recreational facilities and golf courses. Families can stay active and healthy through Scarborough’s skating rinks, swimming pools, recreation centres, libraries, and day camps, or spend an afternoon on the greens at Tam O’Shanter’s Golf Club.

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The city’s cultural diversity creates the right conditions for a great dining scene. Enjoy South Indian cooking at Nilgiris, pull up to the sushi bar at Zen Japanese Restaurant, stop in for a coffee at nearby Cafe Mirage, or treat yourself to some delectable Lebanese pastries at Patisserie Royale. Families passionate about cooking will also appreciate Scarborough’s selection of great butchers, bakeries, and specialty food shops. Avani 2 is located near a number of excellent grocery chains including Metro, M&M Meat Shops, and Highland Farms, a grocery store with an emphasis on fresh and healthy food.

In addition to the endless list of specialty food stores, Scarborough is home to some great retail gems. The Scarborough Town Centre is just minutes away by car and features 230 retailers, including H&M, Calvin Klein, Club Monaco, Swarovski, and Victoria’s Secret, as well as many restaurants and a Cineplex Theater. Residents can also explore Kennedy Commons (featuring another theatre complex), or stop for dim sum and bubble tea at Pacific Mall, Canada’s largest Chinese indoor shopping mall.

Whether you’re commuting downtown or heading into the GTA, the Metrogate community is ideally situated near the Agincourt GO Station and just minutes from the 401 and Don Valley Parkway. Getting around the city (or out of it) is simple and convenient.

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Get to know Tridel

Tridel is no stranger to condominium construction and has built over 80,000 homes in the last eight decades. Tridel has evolved into an industry leader in condominium development and is involved in all aspects of the building and developing process (including land acquisition, zoning, design, construction, and property management). The Tridel team invests in extensive research to ensure each project supports the customer’s lifestyle. The developer’s superior customer service and design has earned them a number of awards including the 2013 Builder of the Year distinction from Tarion and the Building Industry & Land Development Association (BILD). Tridel continues to make strides in the industry by building beyond the Building Code and setting standards for the greater condominium industry. By improving construction technology and pushing design innovation, Tridel ensures that each customer will receive a quality home and a return on their investment.

To be part of Avani 2 and the Metrogate master-plan, visit the presentation centre at 52 Village Green Square in Scarborough, and be sure to register here.