President of OAA Bill Birdsell Discusses Super Tall Towers
By Penny Munoz“I think it’s that aspect of being seen and admired from a distance...It’s phallic envy,” says Bill Birdsell, president of the Ontario Architects Association (OAA), with a chuckle. After politely excusing himself, he proceeds to elaborate
Easton’s Group and Remington Sell King Blue to Greenland Holding Group
Big news for Toronto’s condo scene - Easton’s Group and The Remington Group sold King Blue Condos to Greenland Holding Group, a Shanghai-based Fortune 500 company with billions of dollars in assets around the world.The two towers, reaching 44 and 48
Amazing Chance to Own for First-Time Homebuyers in Milton!
If you’re a first-time homebuyer, then Creating Homes should be on your radar. With a few developments in the works, Creating Homes is not only creating homes, but creating an opportunity for affordable homeownership.Creating Homes is actually a
Will 2017 be another record year for the new low-rise market?
With the Bank of Canada maintaining its overnight rate of 0.5% and the central bank upwardly revising its forecasts for the GDP and inflation, the new low-rise market has stayed strong across the Total Market Area (TMA), says Trimart Research
You need to buy a home in Brantford before everyone else does
With home prices continuing to rise in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), many buyers are looking to other nearby markets for a wider selection of affordable options. Over the last couple years, we’ve noticed a gradual shift to Brantford, which has seen
5 air conditioning alternatives to keep your home cool this summer
Meteorologists are predicting a hot, hazy and humid summer. And though it’s easy to idealize the summer months after enduring a long winter, heavy perspiration and heat stroke are no joke. Therefore, it’s imperative that you equip your home with ways to
How to control the heating in your winter cottage
Winter is a wonderful time of year to have a cottage adventure. Having a four-season secondary home is great for families with kids of all ages. What could be better than spending the day on snowshoes, skates, or skis and then returning home to cozy up
The Minto Westside Market showcases the best of the King West neighbourhood
Last week, we attended the Minto Westside Block Party, which served as the kickoff to the Westside Market that will be located on the site seven days a week! “Minto Westside is so proud to be co-hosting this event with Scadding Court (Community Centre).
Construction Update: Pears on the Avenue
We recently had the opportunity to check out the construction progress over at Menkes’ Toronto development, Pears on the Avenue. We met with Site Superintendent, Mark Mulvenna, who brought us up to speed.Construction progress at PearsLast time we visited
Industry Profile: Stephen Price of Graywood - Part 2
Last week, we sat down with Stephen Price, the new President and CEO of Graywood Developments, and discussed his history and experiences in the real estate industry.In Part 2, we discuss his decision to join Graywood and the challenges he faces, as well
