New Development Preview 297 College Street Located at College and Spadina

January 27, 2012

Alex J. Wilson does a new development preview of 297 College Street which is currently the location of the Zen Buddhist Temple. Due to increased density of the area and the Monks search for enlightment they felt they should seek a location which would be better suited for this. This has led to the sale of the property to Tribute Communities. The proposed site calls for a 15 storey condo tower with 20,000 sqr. ft. of ground level commercial space. It is rumoured that this space will be used for a new Loblaws location. This would not be the first time that Loblaws and Tribute Communities have partnered together. Tributes most recently completed project Queen & Portland Lofts and Condominiums has three levels of commerical space with condo units on top. The commercial space contains a Loblaws, Winners, BMO and Joe Fresh.

As for the location it is ideally set in between Spadina and Bathurst along college. It borders little Italy to the East, U of T to the West and Kennsington market to the south. There are not many options for condo units in this area which makes this boutique building attractive to both investors, as it close to U of T, and end users that enjoy the area. Sitting on the college street car line and only minutes away from the spadina street car it makes it very easy to get around the city.

The building is not without controversy. Kensington has been able to fight off development in the past but with the scarcity of land and increased development of the city it was only a matter of time before they would have to share the space with a condo. To learn about how the residents of Kensington Market feel about the new use of the land check out the article in The Grid TO .

For a map of what is in the area chick here.

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New Development Preview Fabrik Condos Richmond and Spadina

January 27, 2012

Fabrik condos is the latest development to be launched my Menkes Developments. This building will be located at 431 Richmond Street West at the intersection of King and Richmond and across the street from one of my artecually designed buildings The Morgan. Menkes has been constructing buildings for over 50 years. They began in single family homes and how since moved into high rise developments and commerical structures. Some of their higher profile projects going up downtown are The Four Seasons Private Residences and the office tower renaissance sound of Front which include the new Telus Tower and PWC Tower.

Here are the facts on the Fabrik Development:

Floors – 16
Number of Suites – 209

Located close to this location is the King West District, Chinatown, and Entertainment District.

For a map of what is in the area chick here.

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New Development Preview Monde Located on the Waterfront

January 27, 2012

Alex J. Wilson does a new development preview today of Monde. This is the highly anticipated final phase of the DNA towers built by Canderel Stoneridge the same builders as the Residences of College Park.

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Bay and Wellesley New Development 1Thousand Bay Condos at 1000 Bay Street

January 26, 2012

Imagine living in a landmark building in midtown Toronto. A building designed for tomorrow. Architecture that is strikingly contemporary.

This is 1THOUSAND BAY 32 storeys, conceived by Architects Alliance in their signature style.

The lobby is 4 storeys of style, expressed through contemporary design. Fashion-forward surroundings with European sensibility. A new perspective that speaks to a refined lifestyle.

The Developer Cresford Developments have a proven track record through there previous developments:

1. Lofts 399 / Lofts in the Fashion District
2. Thornwood / Luxury Residences in Rosedale
3. Quad Lofts / Lofts in the Fashion District
4. Windermere by the Lake / Condominiums and Townhomes at High Park
5. BSN / Bloor Street Neighbourhood Condominiums
6. CASA / Residenza Condominio in Bloor / Yorkville
7. NX T & NX T2 / Condominiums at Windermere by the Lake at High Park
8. MYC / Merton Yonge Condominiums

BUILDINGFEATURES
»» 24-hour concierge services
»» Outdoor pool
»» Two luxuriously appointed guest suites
»» Fully equipped fitness room with 2 designated Yoga areas
»» His / Hers change rooms with showers and lockers
»» Meeting room
»» Large outdoor terrace with BBQ
»» Multi-purpose area with catering kitchen for stylish entertainment
»» Media Room

SUITE FEATURES
»» 9’ ceilings in all suites*
»» Smooth ceilings
»» Floor-to-ceiling windows
»» Extra deep spacious balconies*
»» Choice of designer selected engineered hardwood flooring in all living areas*
»» Solid-core paint-finish entry doors with security view-hole
»» Contemporary glass sliding doors balcony doors*
»» Modern profile painted base boards, door frames and casings
»» Designer-selected door handles and hardware
»» Insulated double-glazed windows

DESIGNER KITCHEN FEATURES

»» Open concept kitchen with breakfast counter* (island optional)*
»» Choice of contemporary cabinetry in a variety of styles and colours
»» Choice of natural stone or quartz countertops
»» Choice of Ceramic tile backsplash
»» State-of-the-art European-style kitchen appliances including stainless steel fridge, dishwasher, microwave oven with integrated exhaust fan and stove
»» Under mount stainless steel sink with integrated pull-out head
»» Designer-selected ceiling mounted light fixture

DESIGNER BATHROOMS»» Choice of contemporary cabinetry in a variety of styles and colours
»» Marble countertops in master bathroom*
»» Cultured marble countertop with basin in second bathroom*
»» Full height ceramic tile bathtub surround with tiled skirt and shower surround*
»» Choice of porcelain tile flooring
»» Separate glass shower w/ light*
»» Designer-selected chrome finish bathroom hardware
»» Decorative wall lighting fixture
»» Wall-mounted frameless mirror

King West – New Development Preview – DNA 3 – Toronto Condos – Webisode #41

August 12, 2011

Alex J. Wilson does a new development preview today of DNA 3. This is the highly anticipated final phase of the DNA towers built by Canderel Stoneridge the same builders as the Residences of College Park.

For all your buying, selling, development and leasing needs in Toronto Real Estate send me an email contact@alexjwilson.com or call me at 416 996 5181.