Design
Are condos prepared for climate change?
While many condos haven’t yet experienced the major effects of climate change, statistics and case studies foreshadow the impacts that could come.
Steps for a solid concrete repair plan
When planning a concrete repair, develop a long-range master landscape plan that includes replacement trees that will have less impact over time.
Energy efficiency powers condo to LEED Platinum
Perched on the edge of the waterfront, south of the Distillery District near Sugar Beach, Toronto’s first LEED Platinum high-rise condo stands in the Bayside
Windows and doors in the net-zero frame
A wider selection of high-performance windows and doors is expected to hit the market as Canada's National Energy Code continues to push the envelope toward net-zero-energy-ready development.
SkyTower to be tallest condo in Canada
Another tower coming to downtown Toronto’s evolving skyline will be Canada’s tallest condo once it rises to 95 storeys at Yonge Street and Queens Quay.
Accessibility tracks sustainability trajectory
Market pressure and industry competitiveness could propel accessible commercial real estate in the coming decade, much the way those complementary forces have already bolstered energy efficiency and low-carbon footprints.
Forest Hill condo promises direct LRT access
The Forest Hill will become one of the first condos with direct subway access to the Eglinton Crosstown LRT.
Refreshing shared amenity spaces
In keeping with the idea of modernization roadblocks, renovations to amenity spaces can often require a permit depending on the type of work being done.
Q&A: Budget-friendly condo renovations
Knowing where to focus condo restoration efforts (and how to save money in the process) can help balance the desire to stay modern with the need to stay on budget.
Canada shines during 2019 International Day of Light
Global event brings awareness to light and light-based technologies and their role across all facets of life.
Toronto’s tech-boom attracting Millennials, creating condo trends
Toronto’s “tech boom” will fuel the city’s condo market in 2019 (and beyond). This is according to a Condo Chick report which cites the city’s
Homes not so sweet for people with disabilities
One third of survey respondents acknowledge that their homes could be problematic for residents or visitors with a disability, while more than one quarter of those who currently report a disability are planning to move.
Creating more inclusive condo communities
A condo refurbishment project is the perfect time to come up with a cost-effective plan to provide a more inclusive and accessible environment.
Rich amenities make up for shrinking suites
The economic realities of development today have meant that suite sizes have had to shrink, and developers are creating amenity-laden buildings to compensate.
Simple design choices support accessibility
Condominium boards and managers have been increasingly seeking advice on how to make accessibility improvements in older buildings.
Tips for selecting a new paint colour in condos
Could a paint colour change on a property land a condominium corporation in court? What about result in physical threats? The answer to both is yes.
A director’s toolkit for renovation success
Given how much corporations are likely to invest in renovation projects, it’s important to set them up for success.