Home in the sky

Wednesday, March 30th, 2011 at 6:41pm. 1001 Views, 0 Comments.

Home in the sky

Four Seasons homes in Bangalore herald a ritzy real estate trend

I do have high standards where my living spaces are concerned,” says Raj Chawla, who is among the first set of clients to buy a Four Seasons branded residence in Bangalore. A two-bedroom apartment on the 24th floor of the building that will also house the Four Seasons hotel will be Chawla’s retirement home. “By the time I am 50, I hope,” laughs the 43-year-old, Singapore-based investment banker.

For Chawla, a Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts regular, the choice was a simple one. “Though I don’t live in Bangalore, there is an assurance that I won’t be short-changed because of the brand…

Lake & Mountain Living

Monday, March 21st, 2011 at 12:55pm. 1109 Views, 0 Comments.

Lake & Mountain Living

Kootenay Lake Village, Nelson, BC

One hundred year-old forests on 450 acres of pristine landscape. Breathtaking views of Kootenay Lake. Alpine peaks of the Selkirk and Purcell mountain ranges in the distance. It’s no wonder that Kootenay Lake Village, one of British Columbia’s premier real estate developments marketed by Blueprint Global Marketing, a strategic alliance with Sotheby’s International Realty, sold out on the first day of its release.

Fortunately, there are still several unique waterfront opportunities for those who yearn to escape to lake and mountain living- from cabin lots with water views to expansive lakeside estate homesites.…

Ritz: highest-priced condo ever in Quebec

Tuesday, December 21st, 2010 at 12:01pm. 1650 Views, 0 Comments.

NOTE: The following article appeared in the Montreal Gazette, but we'd like to correct the selling price as being just over $14 million plus taxes as opposed to the reported $13 million.
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The sale of the penthouse at the Montreal Ritz-Carlton Hotel and Residences might be the highest priced residential transaction ever in Quebec.
But despite selling for $13 million plus taxes, the opulent penthouse at the historic Sherbrooke St. hotel is significantly less expensive than a luxurious unit with similar amenities in Vancouver, or Toronto.
In Toronto's Yorkville district, a 9,000-square-foot penthouse at the Four Seasons hotel and residences -with separate living quarters for staff -is still on the market for a staggering $30 million.
It's the…

REVITALIZATION OF THE 1420 MONT-ROYAL IN OUTREMONT: HERE WE GO!

Wednesday, October 20th, 2010 at 2:53pm. 1142 Views, 0 Comments.

It is with great pleasure that Catania officially launches the revitalization project of the building located at 1420 Mont-Royal Blvd, in Outremont. The plans for the first 49 exceptional units are now available. Renamed "Château Maplewood" in honour of the exceptional neighbourhood where it is situated, the project forecasts a total of 142 units.

"The transformation of the 1420 Mont-Royal into the 'Château Maplewood' will finally allow this architectural jewel to relive its former glory. With total investments of over $200 million, we will make it one of the most prestigious addresses in the country," said the new President and CEO of Catania, Mr. André Fortin.

A sales office will open its doors on October 21 at 1075 Laurier…

Manhattan in Montreal

Monday, September 20th, 2010 at 11:44am. 1518 Views, 0 Comments.

The Sir George Simpson condominium project is bringing the sheen back to the Golden Square Mile

Montreal's Golden Square Mile was the name of a once prestigious neighbourhood that existed along the southern slopes of Mount Royal, roughly west along Sherbrooke St. from the grounds of McGill University.

From the late 19th century into the early 20th century, it was the domicile of Canada's ultra rich movers and shakers. In fact, at the start of the 20th century, close to 70 per cent of Canada's total wealth was controlled by residents of the Golden Square Mile.

Some of these elite included shipping magnate, Sir Hugh Allan, brewer John Molson, sugar baron John Redpath, the founder of McGill University, James McGill, fur baron Simon…

Historic King Eddy 94% Sold out in 10 days

Monday, July 19th, 2010 at 12:58pm. 1071 Views, 0 Comments.

The Project:

The…

Historic King Eddy opens doors to condo residents

Monday, June 28th, 2010 at 11:54am. 1058 Views, 0 Comments.

New owners plan 145 residential suites in luxury hotel

King Edward Private Residences
Location: King Street East
Developer: King Edward Realty Inc.
Size: 500 to 2,000 square feet
Price: low-$400,000s to over $1-million
Contact: To register, visit www.kingedward.ca

Starting June 12, buyers will have a rare opportunity to claim a section of a legendary, century-old hotel – accommodating visiting dignitaries such as Elizabeth Taylor and The Beatles – as their own personal palace.

Under the new ownership of King Edward Realty Inc. – whose partners include Dundee Realty Management Corp., Skyline International Development Inc., Serruya Realty Group Inc. and Alex Shnaider, a principal of Talon International Development – 145 residential suites will be created within the…

Showcasing the most beautiful living rooms

Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 at 9:08am. 1182 Views, 0 Comments.

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Unbeatable slope-side location near main village

Monday, February 15th, 2010 at 11:27am. 867 Views, 0 Comments.

Crescendo is a high-tech and environmentally friendly Smart home that would make Microsoft and Greenpeace smile, says listing agent Christa Frosch of Sotheby’s International Realty Canada. “Computer-integrated lighting, audio/visual and climate controls are at your command via touch panels in each room, and geothermal energy heats every surface, including the garage.”

The house, embedded into the mountain’s granite base, is designed to be an extension of the mountain, she says. “The design follows the mountain’s contours throughout its split-level design. Its sleek and modern design, high-tech features, open rooms and expansive views make this a home to remember.”

At 5,400 square feet, Crescendo comfortably sleeps 22 in an unbeatable slope-side location…

Whittakers at Pender Harbour

Friday, January 8th, 2010 at 5:02pm. 1509 Views, 0 Comments.

WHAT Small waterfront second-home community.

Where: On the coast of British Columbia about a half hour north of Sechelt.

AMENITIES A marina and access to a nearby spa and a restaurant, among others.

PRICES Lots range from 269,000 to 399,000 Canadian dollars, about $255,000 to $378,000.

STATUS So far six houses have been completed, and nine home sites remain on the market.

DEVELOPER The Alberta Mining Corporation.

CONTACT (866) 312-1111 or ownoceanfront.com.

DETAILS With the Winter Olympic Games set to begin next month in Vancouver, British Columbia is in the spotlight. And while the attention will be on the Games, the many popular second-home destinations in the province are also preparing to showcase themselves to visitors. One of these is the Sunshine Coast, a…