Located in the vibrant Rocesvalles Village, just a hop and a skip away from all the businesses on Roncesvalles Ave and Bloor West Village, the scenic setting of High Park and Lake Ontario, Howard Park Condos by Triumph Development will become the iconic 8 stories residence offering 97 modern residences ranging from 487sf [one bedroom] to 1452sf [three bedrooms plus den penthouses] with oversized terraces and private gardens.

Designed by RAW Architect, the design concept of Howard Park Condos was inspired by the Mountain Dwelling in Copenhagen, through combining the comforts of a suburban backyard with the virbant living of urban density. The objective of the design also to provide maximum light exposure and fresh air for each individual dwelling, and greenery that will spill over the terraces as a notable feature.

Other green features include:

• Geothermal energy
• Following LEED guidelines in best practices in construction
• Car sharing program [Autoshare]
• Green roof technology
• Low-water landscaping and drought resistant native plants
• Walkscore of 98, along TTC routes
• Abundant covered bicycle storage
• On-site garbage and recycling sorting
• High energy efficiency windows
• Low flow fixtures
• Low VOC paints, non-toxic carpets, sustainable finishes in common elements and units
• Energy Star appliances

Occupancy is tentatively set for December 2014.

For more information on pricing, floorplans and available units, please feel free to get in touch. I'd love to help. [Prices, features and specifications subject to change by the Developer]

Other related articles:

Triumph launches Howard Park Condos in High Park

Howard Residences in Rocesvalles Village

In a real estate market where the listing price of a home is almost meaningless with multiple bidders pushing the offer price up, and the asking price is no longer the benchmark for how much a home is worth, what are the options between buying a resale home versus building your own infill dwelling within 4-6 months?

Hive Modular recently set up a Toronto team which will provide homeowners turn-key service from land acquisition to build to occupancy. So rather than having the
home owner find a contractor, deal with permits and coordinating delivery of the modules, you will have a team that will manage all your needs.  

More about the team at www.hivemodular.com/toronto. 

The turn-key service includes Architectural design by Hive, project and construction management by Equinox<http://www.equinoxdevelopment.ca/Residential.html>[your  main point of contact once construction starts. They also take care of permits, crane and delivery of the modules, the site work, demolition if any, basement foundation, utility hookup, and any remaining site installation work], and myself as the realtor who will help you source appropriate lot/land and assisting you on resale of your existing home.

Equinox has a 20yr track record of building high end residential homes. We find you a stress free solution to building your own home. Just have to sit back and watch it happen. We try to make the
process easier for home owners rather than having to coordinate everything
yourselves.

The first step before looking into building a Hive Modular home will be to
get an idea on financing. Due to tighter lending rules, lenders will only lend
based on individual credit worthiness. The amount of the loan will be determined on a case by case scenario. If you already own land, or have some equity to finance the land and/or construction, currently own a home, we can help you move forward to the next steps. For financing of the modules, you will need to look into a construction loan. If you would like to speak to a qualified mortgage professional on the particulars of modular financing, I will be happy to send you the contact information.

• Do you currently own or rent?
• Have you been looking at resale homes as your next purchase? What is your desirable price range of your next home?

Let's take a look at what you get for a 2-story turn-key home in prime neighbourhoods of Central Toronto versus building your own Hive Modular home in 4- 6 months:

 The 2 designs you see on the Toronto website<http://www.hivemodular.com/toronto>1740sf and 2060sf is turn key design [exclude land]. The square footage noted does not include basement square footage. Take note price quoted will be a turn key price including all Hive and Equinox construction and general contracting fees and services to build your home, including site work and permits. These homes are energy efficient dwellings of superior quality, Scavolini Italian European cabinetry, high end kitchen appliances by Miele, Wolf, Subzero, glass stair balustrade.

Budget conscious buyers can substitute kitchen and appliance options to fit their needs. However, realistically, shaving interior finishes cost will only save a fraction from the total build cost. To bring down cost significantly will be to shrink square footage. It's important to work out how much space you will really need.

If you would like to discuss possibilities of building your next home versus purchasing a resale, please get in touch. We take you and  the vision for your next home seriously.

Property Description

Property Details

MLS© ID: C2305367 Garage: None Type: Att/Row/Twnhouse Style: 2 1/2 Storey

Address: 117 Trinity St E Price: $2,700.00 Taxes: $ 0 Square Footage: 1100-1500 Bedrooms: 2 + 0 Bathrooms: 2 Basement:Finished

Pool: None Heat Source: Electric Heat Type: Forced Air Exterior: Stone, Stucco/Plaster Water: Municipal Total Area: 0.00

The above information is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed. Search facilities other than by a consumer seeking to purchase or lease real estate, is prohibited.

Hive Moduler's S-Line is a compact dwelling design under 1000 sq. ft. that maintain the same high quality and materials as all the other Hive homes. Open living spaces help to create the feeling of large living in these small homes and are just one of the many standard Hive design features found within the S-Line.

If you would like to explore the option of building a Hive home in Toronto, please get in touch! We'd love to help.

Opportunity analysis  for Hive Modular in Toronto [modern prefab architecture]

Hive Modular is a brand name with a proven track record of built modern modular homes in North America. The firm is the leading “architects designed” modular brand currently penetrating the Canadian real estate market.

With the aging housing inventory and demographic  in inner city Toronto, exclusive infill development by the introduction of modern modular housing in the central core is an excellent “alternative” to regular housing for move-up buyer and condo dwellers.

Development by means of Modern Modular concept in the urban context opens up possibilities of a new business model which delivers a design and building solution that goes beyond aesthetics and homogenous archetypes.  Hive Modular Toronto can create single to multiple units of up to 20 dwellings, from modern low density apartments, to mew style rowhomes, semi-detached or detached homes, combining quality small space with urban living in the revitalizing gentrifying  pockets of Toronto.

Location Analysis

Areas ripe for exclusive infill development are often situated in  Toronto’s most walkable neighborhoods, with different dwelling typologies, blending with cafes, small galleries, bistro and close proximity to all amenities:

o    Location:  Trinity Bellwoods, Little Italy, Brockton Village, Parkdale, Annex, Corktown, Leslieville,  Beaches

o    Access:  Close proximity to highway, direct access to TTC, bicycle and pedestrian friendly

o    Description: Ethnically, socially and culturally diverse neighborhoods

o     Clientele:  Culturally unconventional, looking for unique and innovative urban living environment.

 Above: Toronto Ork Poster

If you would like to learn more about building your own Hive Modular, let us help! 

http://www.hivemodular.com/News/Feb2012_X014set.html 

•  Contemporary dance group Coleman Lemieux Compagnie just made Regent Park their home. The space has been retrofitted from the former Salvation Army Citadel, and they have been actively engaging with Daniels Corporation and Toronto Community Housing in support of the revitalization taking place at Regent Park. The Citadel will be a space of creativity and learning.

  

  Area residents in the revitalized phase 1 and 2 consist of TCHC tenants and new condo owners, anchored by major national retailers in providing shopping and services, and soon to be complete Arts and Cultural Centre with a 400 seat theatre, and Aquatic Centre at the new 6 acre park. The new face of Regent Park continue to attract more new residents and visitors transforming this 69 acre redevelopment into a thriving community.

   

  If you'd like more information on living in one of the completed condos or preconstruction inventory, feel free to get in touch. I'd love to help!

   

  Regent Park Condos by Daniels Development:

  One Cole [completed]

  Cole Street townhomes [completed]

  One Park West [completed]

  Paintbox [Under construcion. Occupancy starting this summer. Some units left.]

  One Park Place [Under construction. Pre-sale information will be launched shortly.]

May the Best House Win is a new series coming to HGTV fall 2012.

This fun and entertaining series throws open the front doors of four strangers who believe their property is uniquely impressive.

Every episode four house proud home owners go head to head in the ultimate open house experience. 

Each proud home owner opens their home to 3 strangers – who will review their home based on décor, comfort and over all hospitality.

After each home is reviewed,  each open house guest awards the home a score they are touring a score out of ten.

The highest scoring home owner receives $1000.

Interested home owners can contact besthouse@propertelevision.com or call 416-598-2500 x297

The show will highlight the various neighbourhoods in the City of Toronto and surrounding area along with the architectural and interior design elements each of the home owners have created.

Casting is underway, but we do know that there are many home owners with a great sense of interior style and even more – they are waiting for the world to see the home that makes them proud.

May the Best House Win,

Announcement>>Hive Modular Design launch event in Toronto set for mid-February 2012! Register Now!!

The event launch date has been set. I will be posting updates as me move closer to the date. If you would be interested to attend, please get in touch with us to be included on the guest list. We will be sending out invitations soon!

Hive Modular Homes are now available for interested homeowners in Toronto. For frequent updates on Hive Modular events and happenings in Toronto, bookmark the page here .

If you are interested in discussing your next infill project on building custom or Hive Modular home,  feel free to email Anne Lok for more information at anne@annelok.com  416.922.5533.  I would love to help!

Here are some typical questions/scenarios and repsonse by Toronto Mortgage Professionals Valerie and Robert Bizzoni on Modular Home financing. If you would like to chat about your next home building project, feel free to get in touch.

1. Buyer purchases infill lot [with house sitting on it, but will be demolished to set new foundation and new home.] ie. modular unit will be on owned land - no leased lots.

If you are looking to source property for your next urban infill project, or looking for conventional real estate services, I'd love to help! 

Hive Modular in Calgary-

Meet Hive Modular at Booth 737 between January 13-15 at the Calgary HomeExpo. If you have a home building project in mind, drop by for a chat. A Hive Modular home may just be the right fit for you.

Hive Modular, now in Toronto-

Hive Modular will be hosting an introductory launch in Toronto early next year. Let us know if you would like to be added on the guest list and be informed of future event dates.

Note:  For construction quality and cold weather durability, all of Hive Modular projects are built at a minimum to current residential energy codes, and if desired, can be super insulated with spray foam and other techniques.  In addition, the modules can build to low VOC and green/energy efficient standards.

If you would like to chat about the potential of building a modern modular home by Hive Modular, or and have further questions about our Toronto services, we'd love to help!! 

To find out more about current and past Hive Modular projects, visit www.hivemodular.com

 Subscribe to Hive Modular YouTube Channel http://www.youtube.com/user/hiveMODULAR

Modern prefab homes have ventured beyond the cottage community, and is no longer built on the idea of cheap-cheap-cheap.  Hive Modular, has an excellent track record and complete built projects of high-design prefab homes, sound knowledge of the modular construction industry, high quality constructed homes. Hive now has a team in place in Toronto for assisting home owners interested in sourcing land and building modern prefab homes on infill lots in urban central neighbourhoods of Toronto. The modular homes design firm has teamed up with a leading edge construction and development professional, and a licensed realtor to start connecting with like-minded clients to launch their product here.

Hive Modern Homes comes in different modules of 6 mod types.Whether you wish to choose from one of the existing prototypes, have a custom one off design, or semi-custom home, their team is dedicated to meeting your needs.

A-Line available in Canada

B-Line ideal for urban infill projects [eg. Central Toronto]

C-Line great for wider lots

M-Line for multi-family development

X-Line fully custom design

S-Line for homes under 1000sf

I am looking forward to seeing a completed project built in Toronto, Canada! 

If you would like to find out more about Hive in Toronto, or need help to find an urban infill lot, feel free to get in touch. I would love to help!

Find Hive Modular on facebook, flikr, youtube and picasa. Downloadable Hive catalogue.

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