Shops At Don Mills Launches Urban Community Living

The Cadillac Fairview Corporation Limited, in partnership with FRAM Building Group, is pleased to announce the official commencement of residential construction at the Shops at Don Mills development – a significant milestone in the evolution of this integrated urban community.

Ontario’s very first outdoor urban village is expanding upon the success of its retail and dining offerings to now introduce its residential components. Developed by Cadillac Fairview and FRAM Building Group, the comprehensive residential plan includes the construction of seven building complexes, one conversion project, plus a park and community centre to be built in phases over the next seven years.

“This is a very exciting time for us,” says Niall Collins, Senior Vice President Development, Cadillac Fairview. “This urban community – eight years in the planning and several years in the making – is taking a step towards the next phase, introducing a unique interpretation of residential living to this vibrant retail, dining and office community.”

On Saturday, May 14 at 11:00 a.m.,  taking place at 85 The Donway West, Cadillac Fairview along with FRAM Building Group and its architectural and design partners will be holding a community ribbon cutting celebration to mark the start of construction of the residential phase.

The inaugural building, Reflections, was launched in June 2009 and is 92 per cent sold. The 12-storey, 106-unit building will be the first of a series of LEED-certified new condo buildings at Don Mills, designed to maximize energy efficiency with heat recovery ventilation, water-saving plumbing fixtures, energy-efficient lighting, rain water recycling and a green roof. LivLofts, located at 75 The Donway West, will be a retrofit of an existing office tower, designed with a cool, urban village style of architecture to complement the overall theme of the community.

Boasting 14 storeys and 175 units, LivLofts offers 10-ft ceilings that create a loft ambience, with original exposed ductwork conveying architectural authenticity. Launched as a preview in October 2010, occupancy is planned for Spring 2013. For a limited time, purchasers will receive a $10,000 Gift Card redeemable anywhere at the Shops at Don Mills, to underscore the benefits of living, shopping and dining in this lifestyle destination. 

“Being such an integral part of Ontario’s first urban community is a very important achievement for our firm and we’re proud to be the developer to deliver such a comfortable lifestyle within this village,” says Frank Giannone, President, FRAM Building Group.

Shops at Don Mills, located on the site of the former Don Mills Centre, is a mixed-use development combining a diverse range of fashion stores, restaurants, offices and neighbourhood amenities with parks, hundreds of mature trees and extensive landscaping. The focal point is the 58,125-sq.-ft. Town Square featuring an oval 7,134-sq.-ft. ice skating rink, a distinctive clock tower designed by famed Canadian artist and author Douglas Coupland, and Canada’s first robotic water feature designed by Karajaal of Quebec. Street names and heritage plaques reflect the neighbourhood’s rich history.

For more on The Residences at Shops at Don Mills, please click here. 

About Cadillac Fairview

The Cadillac Fairview Corporation Limited is one of North America's largest investors, owners and managers of commercial real estate. For more than 50 years Cadillac Fairview has been leading the way in commercial real estate with innovative design, development and management.

Cadillac Fairview focuses on developing and managing high quality office properties and regional shopping centres in Canada and the United States, as well as international investments in real estate companies and investment funds. With a portfolio valued at more than $19 billion and nearly 49 million square feet of leasable space, Cadillac Fairview and its affiliates own and manage 87 properties across North America, including some of Canada's landmark developments, such as Toronto-Dominion Centre, Toronto Eaton Centre, Pacific Centre and Chinook Centre.

Cadillac Fairview is wholly-owned by the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan, which invests to secure the retirement income of 295,000 active and retired teachers in Ontario.

About FRAM Building Group

FRAM Building Group, builder of the internationally acclaimed and multi-award winning Port Credit Village Residences in Mississauga, has completed a wide range of exceptional mixed-use projects throughout the GTA and the United States. Consistent delivery of superior quality craftsmanship, variations in architecture and design, innovations in project management techniques, and after-sales service continues to earn FRAM top awards.

FRAM was chosen as Cadillac Fairview’s partner based on their extensive experience in developing high quality residential communities that complement retail developments.  FRAM specializes and understands the need to design properties that create a real sense of place.