Toronto's Green Condos

Toronto is going green. I’m sure you’ve noticed a large majority of Grocery stores in Toronto are now encouraging shoppers to bring their own recyclable grocery bags. As well, Torontonians took part in the earth hour which demonstrates that they are becoming more aware of our environment. Did you ever think about living your every day life more green? Well now you can as Toronto has jumped on green band wagon with over over 2,000 green condos units.

You're probably wondering what exactly makes a condo building green. Well for example TAS DesignBuild, also Green Builder of the Year, is currently building a Green condo called the M5V, located on King at Blue Jays Way. They have included motion sensor light switches in the common areas of the condo, energy efficient appliances, dual flush toilets and a roof top rainwater retrieval system with on-site water recycling just to name a few. Living Green can also mean better indoor air quality as developers use low-emission products when installing hardwood, painting etc. Living green means residents can enjoy energy savings of up to 25% which results in lower utility bills, less strain on our energy supply and by reducing green house emissions. All these elements contribute to increasing resale property values. To encourage developers to build green, the Better Buildings Partnership- New Construction (BBP-NC) provides incentives and technical support. The goal of the BBP-NC is to encourage and assist condo developers to design and build condos in a more energy efficient manner and not to just meet the minimum standards as set out by the Ontario Building Code.

So next time you are in the market for a condo, why not be good to yourself and the environment and think Green.

If you are interested in buying or selling a Green Condo in Toronto, contact me.

TAS Wins Green Builder Award

It’s no wonder TAS won the green builder award this year. The M5V condos offer its residences some fantastic standard green features such as (just to name a few):
- motion sensor light switches in common areas of the condo
- low emissions flooring, adhesives, sealants and paint
- Energy star energy efficient appliances
- Dual Flush toilets, low flow showerheads and water conserving faucets
- Programmable thermostats
- High efficiency glass curtain wall
- Rooftop rainwater retrieval with on-site water recycling
- Water efficient landscaping
- Recycling sorter
- Autoshare membership and exclusive M5V vehicles

LOCATED IN THE ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT

The entertainment district or also known as the theatre and club district is generally concentrated between University and Spadina along King St and up to Richmond street west. This is where you will find some of the best theatre in the world. The Royal Alexandra Theater, the Princess of Wales theatre and the Roy Thompson hall are all located in this area. On the weekends, this area is bustling with club and restaurant goers.

Craving French food? Italian? Pub grub? The fashion and entertainment district is full of restaurants where you will find any type of food you may be craving. It is also home to many condos and lofts, and the developments just keep popping up.

Construction Well Under Way

Construction is well under was at M5V. With excavation nearly complete, this building will be up in now time. Pictures to follow shortly!

M5V Condos

Situated in Toronto’s historic King West real estate district at King and Spadina, Toronto's M5V condo residences and high-rise tower is a spectacular innovative jewel of a building soaring into the city skyline with views of downtown Toronto. Created as a model of sustainability in urban condo living and construction, Toronto's M5V condo building offers high ideals where design and contemporary urban philosophy unite in a luxurious example of modern living in the heart of the King West.