Heart Facts: Did You Know?

Did you know?

Most Sudden Cardiac Arrest events involve a disturbance of the heart’s electrical system, which plays a key role in circulating blood throughout the body.

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Looking for Condo Decor? For Auction: Statement Pieces from the Four Seasons Hotel

In need of some unique decor to spice up your condo space?  Thousands of statement pieces from the former Four Seasons Hotel will be up for auction from May 31 to June 2. 

The legendary Four Seasons Hotel building will be transformed into The New Residences of Yorkville Plaza, a luxury condominium with high-end retail, by Camrost-Felcorp. 

There are items suitable for homeowners and businesses alike.  In fact, you can practically furnish an entire home in your style.  Both traditional and contemporary decor styles will be represented, and every item including paintings, electronics, furniture, china and plants will be available for bid. 

Wondering if there is anything for you?  Here are just some examples of what you might find:

The public is invited for a preview on May 29 and 30 and the auction will run in person and online from May 31 to June 2.

For auction inquiries, please visit www.iaasworldwide.com

The New Residences of Yorkville Plaza offers a variety of units ranging from Studios of 370 sq ft to 2-BR + Dens of 2,800 sq ft.  Prices go from $350,900 to just over $5M.  Occupancy is slated for March-end, 2014.

Recent Condo Sales: Spring @ MintoGardens

This week, we'll head up to North York to explore recent condo sales at Spring @ MintoGardens, phase two of the popular Minto Gardens by Minto.

You may remember that we first took a look at sales in phase one, Minto Gardens - Radiance a little while back; if you're curious to see how those units fared at the time, click here.

Conveniently located at 23 Sheppard Ave E at the southeast corner of Yonge and Sheppard, this building offers its residents a range of amenities including 24-hour concierge, fitness centre, indoor pool, BBQ, theatre room and library.  Pedestrian access to the TTC, Sheppard subway station and trendy shops and restaurants along Yonge St make this an ideal home for those who lead an active lifestyle.

In the past 60 days, three units were reported sold at Spring @ MintoGardens, from $302,900 for a 1-BR unit of just under 650 sq ft to $475,000 for a 2-BR suite of under 900 sq ft.

In this time, three units were also reported leased, from $1,350 for a 1-BR unit to $3,500 for a 3+Den suite.

For more information on condos at Spring @ MintoGardens, please click here.

If you’re a Realtor and would like to share similar stories, please contact us at info@livehigh.com to participate or be featured in a post.

Please note that units can vary greatly in features and finishes which would normally be considered in any purchase or sale. Any transactions outlined above are for general information purposes only and may not reflect those of typical suites. LiveHigh.com is not responsible for the accuracy of information provided or for any damages or loss resulting from the use of such information. For further information on these or other sales, please consult a real estate specialist.

Heart Facts: Did You Know?

If a defibrillator is available and a person administers CPR, within the first few moments, it can improve the victim’s survival rate by up to 75 per cent. 

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Recent Condo Sales: Bohemian Embassy Flats & Lofts

This week, we'll head downtown to Toronto's Little Portugal to explore recent condo sales at Bohemian Embassy Flats & Lofts, located at 1169 & 1171 Queen St W by Pemberton Group.

This high-rise condo was completed last summer and is conveniently located near Dufferin and Queen.

The building offers its residents a range of amenities including concierge, fitness centre and rooftop BBQ areas.

In the past 30 days, six units were reported sold at Bohemian Embassy, from $316,875 for a 1-BR unit of just under 650 sq ft to $435,000 for a 2-BR suite of under 900 sq ft.

In this time, three units were also reported leased, from $1,600 for a 1+Den to $2,000 for a fully furnished, 1-BR suite.

For more information on condos at Bohemian Embassy Flats & Lofts, please click here.

If you’re a Realtor and would like to share similar stories, please contact us at info@livehigh.com to participate or be featured in a post.

Please note that units can vary greatly in features and finishes which would normally be considered in any purchase or sale. Any transactions outlined above are for general information purposes only and may not reflect those of typical suites. LiveHigh.com is not responsible for the accuracy of information provided or for any damages or loss resulting from the use of such information. For further information on these or other sales, please consult a real estate specialist.

What About Toronto's Canary District?

Some promised updates for the West Don Lands and waterfront revitalization...

With last week's launch of the new Canary District and groundbreaking ceremony for the first condominium in the neighbourhood, it's clear that development in the area quickly accelerating.

At the event, award-winning Toronto-based architects Peter Clewes of architectsAlliance and Bruce Kuwabara of KPMB Architects, along with Waterfront Toronto VP of Development, Meg Davis, outlined the stunning architectural vision for the dynamic Canary District and surrounding neighbourhood. 

Here are just some highlights (more after the jump!):

Heart Facts: Did you know?

Each year in Canada, up to 45,000 people experience Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA), often without warning.  One cardiac arrest happens every 12 minutes. With each passing minute, the chance of survival decreases by 10 per cent.

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Recent Condo Sales: Uptown Residences (Downtown)

This week, we'll head downtown to Toronto's Bay Street Corridor to explore recent condo sales at Uptown Residences, located at 35 Balmuto Street by Pemberton Group.

Builder's rendering of the striking Uptown Residences

This high-rise condo was completed late last year and is conveniently located near Bay and Bloor streets, with quick foot access to both Bay and Yonge subway stations.

The building offers its residents a wide range of amenities including 24-hour concierge, fitness centre, party room and virtual golf, among others.

In the past 90 days, eight units were reported sold at Uptown Residences, from $385,000 for a 1-BR unit of just under 500 sq ft to $700,000 for a 2-BR suite of just over 950 sq ft.

In this time, 31 units were also reported leased, averaging around $1,725 for a 1-BR unit under 600 sq ft to $9,200 for a 2-BR suite of 2,500 sq ft.

For more information on condos at Uptown Residences in Toronto's Bay Street Corridor, please click here.

If you’re a Realtor and would like to share similar stories, please contact us at info@livehigh.com to participate or be featured in a post.

Please note that units can vary greatly in features and finishes which would normally be considered in any purchase or sale. Any transactions outlined above are for general information purposes only and may not reflect those of typical suites. LiveHigh.com is not responsible for the accuracy of information provided or for any damages or loss resulting from the use of such information. For further information on these or other sales, please consult a real estate specialist.

Video Tour: Flaire Condos at Shops at Don Mills (Sales Centre)

We recently had the pleasure of chatting with Johnson Cheng, Sales Manager for Flaire Condos, to find out just what it is that makes this new condo at Don Mills and Lawrence so unique.

Flaire Condos, to be built jointly by Cadillac Fairview and FRAM Building Group, is the latest addition to Cadillac Fairview's master-planned community The Shops at Don Mills.  It is also the much anticipated follow-up to Reflections and LivLofts.

Flaire Condos is the third building to be part of Toronto's finest open air village, The Shops at Don Mills, which will ultimately be home to 2,500 new residential units.  The community "offers people a place to live, work, and play" says Cheng.  "It is like a Yorkville environment, but without the hustle and bustle of downtown traffic."

For more video footage and information about this unique development, follow the jump...

Recent Condo Sales: DIA Condos (North York)

This week, we'll head to North York's DIA Condos, located at 30 Canterbury Place by TAS DesignBuild.

DIA Condos at 30 Canterbury Place in North York

This high-rise condo was completed in 2008 and is conveniently located just off Yonge St, just south of Finch near North York Centre subway station.

The building offers its residents a wide range of amenities including 24-hour concierge, fitness centre and party room.  More unique amenities include a yoga/pilates studio and meditation room.

In the past 90 days, nine units were reported sold at DIA, from $300,000 for a 1-BR unit of about 650 sq ft to just over $378,000 for a 2-BR suite of under 1,000 sq ft.

In this time, five units were also reported leased, averaging around $1,230 for a 1-BR unit to $1,750 for a 2-BR suite.

For more information on DIA condos in North York, please click here.

If you’re a Realtor and would like to share similar stories, please contact us at info@livehigh.com to participate or be featured in a post.

Please note that units can vary greatly in features and finishes which would normally be considered in any purchase or sale. Any transactions outlined above are for general information purposes only and may not reflect those of typical suites. LiveHigh.com is not responsible for the accuracy of information provided or for any damages or loss resulting from the use of such information. For further information on these or other sales, please consult a real estate specialist.

RISE Condos Celebrates Fashion at On The Rise

Earlier this week, we had the pleasure of attending the final installation of RISE Condominiums' On The Rise, a three-part event at the RISE Presentation Centre at 501 St Clair West near Bathurst.

 

Evan Biddell's models strutting down the runway at RISE Condos

On The Rise celebrates young, up-and-coming businesses and this particular event was no exception, themed The Business of Fashion.

This intimate soiree featured the latest in cutting edge style from acclaimed Canadian fashion designers Evan Biddell, Shawn Hewson and Lucian Matis, and was hosted by Robin Kay, President of the Fashion Design Council of Canada and Executive Director of World MasterCard Fashion Week.

RISE Condominiums' beautiful Presentation Centre was the perfect backdrop to the evening's exciting fashion shows (yes, there was a runway!) and also made for a unique showroom for the designers' pop-up shops.

Champagne and Dutch Dreams' divine Chocoholic / Red Velvet ice-cream

A never-ending flow of bubbly and divine ice-cream sundaes from Dutch Dreams were the perfect treat to top off an already sweet event!

Follow the jump for more photos from this fabulous evening.

For more information on RISE Condominiums by Reserve Properties, click here.

A Traveling Condo Model?

What's that, you might ask?

SigNature Developments just launched the first "Traveling Condo Model", enabling real estate salespeople and brokers to showcase the TAO Condo model to potential buyers - anytime, anyplace.
 

Tao's innovative traveling condo model:  from this...

...to this!

Buyers can now also obtain a more detailed visual of the property off-site!

More after the jump...

Recent Condo Sales: Aria (North York)

This week, we'll head to North York's Aria, condos near Leslie and Sheppard by Cityzen, Fernbrook and Menkes.

Builder's rending of Aria Condos in North York

Located at 10, 16 and 20 Bloorview Place, this  recently completed development is conveniently located just off the Sheppard subway line near Bayview Village, the YMCA, IKEA and other neighbourhood amenities.

The building offers its residents a wide range of amenities including a fitness centre, swimming pool, virtual golf, party and media rooms as well as guest suites.

In the past 30 days, 10 units were reported sold at Aria, from $317,500 for a 1-BR unit of about 625 sq ft to just over $1M for a 2-BR suite of about 1,845 sq ft.

In this time, 12 units were also reported leased, averaging around $1,440 for a 1-BR unit to $2,300 for a 2-BR suite.

For more information on Aria condos in North York, please click here.

If you’re a Realtor and would like to share similar stories, please contact us at info@livehigh.com to participate or be featured in a post.

Please note that units can vary greatly in features and finishes which would normally be considered in any purchase or sale. Any transactions outlined above are for general information purposes only and may not reflect those of typical suites. LiveHigh.com is not responsible for the accuracy of information provided or for any damages or loss resulting from the use of such information. For further information on these or other sales, please consult a real estate specialist.