LIFESTYLE
The condominium lifestyle is one that offers incredible affordability, much diversity environmentally friendly living and great conveniences to the many who have already discovered this alternate way of life. The mass appeal of condominium living has much to do with the fact that purchasing a condo is literally like taking an all inclusive permanent vacation at a five star resort. Condominiums provide their residents with every feature and amenity imaginable and not only that, but additionally they are hugely popular with those who prefer not to have the general responsibilities that go along with house ownership such as snow removal, lawn and garden care and pool and building maintenance.
Condominium ownership attracts a wide spectrum of individuals including those of all ages, incomes, single people and families. Just as appealing is the location and type of community that condominium lifestyle offers, such as the ability to enjoy living in an area of prime real estate, which may not have been affordable otherwise, as well as the opportunity to reside nearby to recreational amenities including walking/biking trails, lakes, country clubs, golf courses and shopping centres.
GREEN CONDOS
The newest and hottest trend in the highly competitive condominium market is that of the ‘Green Condo’. The intention of the green condo is to promote healthy, environmentally friendly, cost-saving and sustainable condominium living.
In an effort to assess how environmentally friendly a ‘green condo’ really is, a nationally accepted green building rating system is used, called the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Rating System. The system evaluates five key areas of human and environmental health including water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection, sustainable site development and indoor environmental quality. Depending on the number of LEED credits that a building receives it may be awarded either a silver, gold or platinum rating.
Condominiums with LEED certification may offer some or all of the following features…
• Smart technology
• A green roof, which among other benefits, aids in keeping the interior of the building cool
• Use of less gas, electricity and water
• Energy efficient cooling systems
• Improved ventilation
• Use of low emitting materials
• High performance materials such as windows, lighting, boilers and insulation etc, which work to reduce energy consumption
• Close proximity to public transportation assisting in the reduction of harmful emissions and pollution
• Use of building materials that work to conserve natural resources
CONDOMINIUM FEATURES AND AMENITIES
The condominium of today offers a host of luxurious and highly desired features and amenities all conveniently available under the roof of your own residence. Many or all of these features and amenities may be available in your dream condo.
• Round the clock security
• Gatehouse security
• On-site storage facilities
• Pool
• Jacuzzis
• Steam rooms
• Fitness rooms
• Change rooms
• Rooftop Terrace
• Party rooms with kitchenette
• Home theatre rooms
• Board rooms
• Meeting rooms
• Library
• Business centre
• Clubhouses
• Tennis courts
• Billiards room
• Sporting facilities (i.e., Hitting cages, Putting greens)
• Private gardens
• BBQ areas
• Card room
• Spa facilities
• Expansive balconies and terraces
• Cyber lounge
• Guest suites
• Concierge services
• Floor to ceiling windows
• Retail centres with shopping, boutiques, dining etc
TOP OF THE LINE STANDARDS
Condominium developers indulge in only the best quality products and standards to incorporate into their residential designs.
• Expansive ceilings
• Hardwood floors
• Stainless steel appliances
• Designer fixtures and lighting
• Granite countertops
• Smart technology
• Modern and sophisticated architectural styles