Menkes' Gibson Square in the heart of North York
By on Nov 11, 2008
Soon, Menkes will offer a new opportunity to live in the heart of exciting North York City Centre that will embody the very best of urban living. Residents will enjoy direct underground access to the North York Centre subway station and Empress Walk Shopping Centre, where they can access Loblaws, LCBO, Futureshop, Staples, Milestones restaurant, Empire Theatres and other amenities. Plus, they will live within strolling distance to the Toronto Centre for the Performing Arts, Mel Lastman Square, the Douglas Snow Aquatic Centre, parks and trails.
Conceived by Rafael Bigauskas Architects, Gibson Square will carve a striking silhouette on the skyline with a sleek, modern design. Two graceful glass towers will rise 42 storeys topped off with architectural white roof caps that will distinguish the buildings from miles away. The towers will be joined by a five-storey podium with residential suites, amenities, retail shops and commercial offices. The buildings will also flank the existing rose garden at the northwest corner of Yonge and Park Home, and as a tribute to the neighbouring Gibson House Museum, a historical promenade will be created between the museum property and the towers, complementing the park space that extends along Park Home to Beecroft Road.
The inside story is just as captivating, designed by award-winning Bryon Patton and Associates. In the two-storey lobby, residents and guests will enjoy attentive 24-hour concierge service. Patton used a "Modern Classic" approach in this space with a colour palette of warm grey tones punctuated by black and white accents. A dramatic black curving granite spiral staircase topped by a stunning hand-blown glass chandelier will lead to the 20,000 square feet of amenities in the second-level Gibson Club.
The indoor spa-inspired swimming pool has a high sculptural ceiling and access to the outdoor terrace. Overlooking Yonge Street, the state-of-the-art fitness centre will accommodate strength-training and cardio workouts, and offers a separate room for aerobics classes and yoga/meditation. Rounding out the fitness facilities are Mens and Ladies change rooms, showers and saunas.
For hosting large gatherings, two party rooms provide different atmospheres - one with a formal dining room and the other with a more casual club-type ambience. Each will have a catering kitchen, wet bar, and walk-out to the roof garden. The Theatre Room and Games Room are sure to be a hit with those who enjoy socializing, and the furnished board room will be perfect for those who wish to hold private meetings. For overnight visitors, four guest suites will be available.
Choices include captivating one-bedroom, one-bedroom-plus-den, two-bedroom and two- bedroom-plus-den designs. Premium in-suite appointments will surround owners in stellar aesthetics and down-to-earth practicality. These include plank laminate flooring throughout, and kitchens with rich granite countertops, mosaic-tile backsplash, awning-style cabinets and a Kitchen Aid and Liebherr appliance package.
Menkes has also incorporated green features into the suites and the building, such as an individually controlled heating and cooling system, individual hydro meters for separate billing, an energy-saving "all off" switch at the front entry, high-pressure low-flow showerheads and faucets, water-saving dual-flush low-flow toilets, ENERGY STAR® appliances including front-loading washing machines designed to conserve water and detergent, superior wall insulation, double-glazed windows, energy-saving lighting, and low volatile compound paints and adhesives. The community itself is "green" by virtue of its prime, transit-friendly location and inclusion of bicycle parking areas.
With a 50-year history of creating quality living spaces through innovative design and meticulous craftsmanship, Menkes is a leading home builder in the GTA. Gibson Square will continue Menkes' 30-year tradition of landmark buildings in North York City Centre.
To secure an exclusive preview invitation for Gibson Square, register now by calling 416-730-9722, or visit www.menkes.com.
