GREATNEWS

Great Gulf Homes chose the scenic town of Bradford for its newest community, Summerlyn Village. Situated at the intersection of Highway 88 and Professor Day Drive, this residential destination is gaining in popularity because of its ideal locale. Highway 400 and Yonge Street are handy, so Toronto is only a 30-minute drive, and Vaughan and Barrie lie just 20 minutes away. This convenient location offers a high quality of life with it’s own community park, and an extensive trail system. When you live in Bradford, the only thing you leave behind are GTA prices. Summerlyn Village offers semis from the $260’s, detached homes on 36’ lots from the $320’s and on 40’ lots from the $360’s.

This community is also steps from existing elementary and secondary public and separate schools, and will feature acres of protected woodlot/green space, community parks, a future school and town centre. Residents of this carefully planned, family-friendly community will enjoy a wealth of amenities all within a few blocks. It’s a quick

drive to parks, shopping venues, a library, conservation area, golf course, community centre, arena, the GO station, and some of the best farmer’s markets in Ontario.

Great Gulf’s renowned design flair is showcased in the eclectic combinations of exterior architectural highlights such as peaked gables, dormers, front porches, shutters, accent windows and masonry trim. Inside, appointments include rich ceramics, custom-quality finished cabinets and countertops, 9-foot ceilings in the 40’ designs, and much more. By utilizing only the highest quality materials and working with the industry’s most respected suppliers, Great Gulf creates truly superior designs that inspire the pride of home ownership.

The Sales Office is located on Highway 88, just west of Professor Day Drive. Travel north on Highway 400, exit Highway 88 (Holland Street West), travel east. For more information, call 905-775-3461.

SUMMERLYN VILLAGE NOW OPEN

The Great Gulf Homes Newsletter SUMMER 2008

The 3,150 sq. ft. Maple (Elevation B) on a spacious 40’ lot

GREATCOMMUNITIES

How does a detached home on a 50’ lot priced from the low-$300’s sound? This value-packed find can be yours at Edgewood - an exciting residential neighbourhood in an exceptional location in Niagara Falls. Edgewood’s bungalows and two-storey detached homes set on spacious 50’ lots up to 130’ deep (some backing onto treed areas) are situated across from the Ontario Golf Association-rated Niagara Falls Golf Club, one of the region’s premier courses. This 18-hole, par 70 course is enjoyed by local and international golfers because of its variety of hole designs, rolling landscape, wooded areas, bunkers and ponds that add challenge and striking visual appeal.

Featuring Great Gulf’s newest and most sought-after designs, Edgewood is surrounded by a desirable collection of amenities, making it a great place to raise a family. The community is close to public and separate elementary and high schools, shopping, a community centre, library, and is just 10 minutes from the heart of Niagara Falls’ entertainment centre. Attractions await, including waterparks, the fabulous Fallsview Casino, and much more. When eating out is on the agenda, you will find everything from trendy coffee shops to fine dining offering international cuisine – and of course, fine wines. This area is renowned for its thousands of acres of vineyards, and the award-winning wines produced across Ontario’s wine-growing belt. Although the region’s climate is different from Europe, the temperate climate critical to fine wine production is similar. And, nearby historic Niagara-on-the-Lake is home to the renowned Shaw Festival.

Edgewood is situated a brief walk south of Lundy’s Lane, so it is easy for residents to access shuttle service to downtown Niagara Falls. The community is also convenient to Highways 58, 420, the QEW and Thorold Stone Road.

Edgewood is characterized by charming streetscapes lined with homes that are architecturally integrated – a first in the area. Interiors will offer both open-concept and private spaces to accommodate the needs of today’s families. Watch for model homes coming this fall.

The Edgewood Sales Centre is on Garner Road, south of Lundy’s Lane, north of McLeod Road. From Toronto, take the QEW Niagara to Niagara Falls, exit at McLeod Rd. (Exit 27). Travel west on McLeod Road to Garner Road. Turn right on Garner Rd. For more information, call 905-356-9408.

TAKE THE PLUNGE IN NIAGARA FALLS

The 3,030 sq. ft. Erie (Elevation B)

Edgewood features some of Great Gulf’s most sought-after designs

GREATCOMMUNITIES

BUILDING GREAT NEIGHBOURHOODS FOR OVER 30 YEARS

AFFORDABILITY IN ERIN MILLSThe dream of living in prestigious, master-planned Erin Mills in

Mississauga can come true for first-time buyers, young professionals

and empty-nesters seeking affordability, now that Great Gulf has

introduced Garden Villas on Thomas. This special collection of only

194 innovative condominium residences priced from just the $220’s

is offered as two-storey Upper and Lower Level Villas, plus there is

also a three-storey three-bedroom conventional townhome design

– each with exclusive use of a patio, deck and/or balcony as per

plan.

Part of Great Gulf’s Neighbourhoods of Churchill community, the

new Garden Villa collection is located at Thomas Street and 10th

Line. Residents appreciate living close to existing schools, the Erin

Mills Town Centre, other shopping centres, Credit Valley Hospital,

Erin Mills Twin Arenas and Erin Mills Athletic Fields, as well as

dozens of parks and woodland areas along the Credit River. They

also enjoy easy access to Highways 403, 401, 407 and the QEW.

Garden Villas’ principally brick exteriors are adorned with

articulated rooflines; porticos, covered entries or front porches;

soldier coursing, pre-cast and masonry detailing as per elevation;

with decorative accents in stone, stucco and/or vinyl siding as per

plan. Interior layouts in varying combinations include kitchens with

a breakfast bar, a family room, den that can double as a home office,

large master with private ensuite, and more. Plus, all of the Garden

Villas include five appliances, air conditioning, and one parking

space, which enhances their value even more.

One of the new Garden Villa designs is the 1,590 sq. ft., three-

bedroom Richmond Upper Villa, which showcases a stately brick

exterior featuring an articulated roofline framing an elegant

arched window. The living room is infused with natural light from a

front-facing window, and the kitchen features a breakfast bar that

is handy to this main living area. The den, which could double as

a home office or extra bedroom, offers sliding door access to the

outdoor back deck. On the upper level, the master bedroom has

two walk-in closets and an ensuite, and the two other bedrooms

share the main bath.

First occupancies are slated for Spring 2009. Great Gulf’s Erin Mills

Sales Office is located on the northwest corner Eglinton Avenue

West and Winston Churchill Boulevard. For more information, call

905-858-7522.

Great Gulf’s new Garden Villas in prestigious Erin Mills

The 1,590 sq. ft. Richmond Upper Villa

CONDO UPDATE

The wait for Charlie – “Condos That Love You” is over. Great Gulf has just introduced this elegant new condominium to offer a coveted lifestyle at a pivotal location at King Street West, just east of Spadina and Charlotte Street. Suite owners will live just minutes from the city’s entertainment, fashion and financial districts – a locale that is attracting a variety of purchasers from first-timers to those seeking to move-up and down-size.

Charlie is both classic and contemporary, and sets the stage for fashionable city living in an eclectic neighbourhood that never sleeps. The design team of award-winning firms includes Diamond and Schmitt Architects, who created the trend-setting architecture for this 32-storey tower, which will feature a glass exterior on a foundation of heritage brick. Landscaping is by Janet Rosenberg + Associates Landscape Architects + Urban Designers.

Interiors by award-winning Cecconi Simone Inc. include the hotel-chic lobby where guests and residents will access 24/7 concierge service. The entire seventh floor is reserved for The Zone amenity space with a state-of-the-art fitness centre, aerobics/yoga studio, co-ed steam room, library lounge, billiards room, dining room, plus a garden roof patio with an outdoor pool and poolside lounge.

The suites feature opulent textures layered with modern nuances to create surroundings that ooze panache. Appointments include 9-foot ceilings; pre-finished engineered wood flooring in the foyer, living/dining area and kitchen; 40-ounce carpet; contemporary kitchen cabinetry designed by Cecconi Simone; choice of granite or Corian® countertops; porcelain tile backsplash; Euro-Style stainless steel kitchen appliances; and porcelain tiles in the master bath. Prices start from the mid $200’s. First occupancy is slated for Fall 2011.

The Sales Office and fully decorated model suite are located at 345 Adelaide Street West, at Charlotte – just north of King. For more information, call 416-927-9772 or visit www.charliecondos.com.

CHARLIE IS HERE

BUILDING GREAT NEIGHBOURHOODS FOR OVER 30 YEARS

TOWER THREE NOW OPEN

This spring saw the introduction of One Sherway Tower Three, just steps from fashionable Sherway Gardens Shopping Centre in south Etobicoke. Response has been enthusiastic, with purchasers of all ages welcoming yet another opportunity to live at the highly successful, master-planned One Sherway community by Great Gulf Homes and Menkes Developments. This location offers easy access to the QEW and Highway 427, and TTC will be right at the doorstep.

X MARKS THE SPOTWhen first introduced, X The Condominium sold so quickly, that Great Gulf closed the Sales Office early to start excavation at Jarvis and Charles well ahead of schedule. Sales are still underway by private appointment until the new Sales Office opens this summer.

Situated within walking distance to the subway, restaurants and shops, X is also close to Bloor Street, Yorkville Avenue and Church Street. The sleek 44-storey design by Peter Clewes of architectsAlliance offers year-round city and lake views. Cecconi Simone-designed interiors include a two-storey lobby with 24/7 concierge, and “The Scene” amenity space with its lounge and games room, bar overlooking the roof garden, outdoor pool surrounded by sundeck, and fitness centre.

For the second year in a row, this condominium was honoured with the Best Suite Design under 750 sq. ft. award by BILD, this year for the stylish 736 sq. ft. Stirling design. In 2007, X captured numerous

BILD awards plus an Award of Excellence from ARIDO for the Sales Centre and Model Suite designed by Cecconi Simone. In 2006, the Sales Centre won a Design Exchange Silver Award.

Prices begin from the $350’s. Occupancies are slated for Spring 2010. To reserve an appointment, contact our Sales Representative at xsales@xcondos.com or call 416-927-0080.

Tower Three is the 28-storey condominium that continues the tradition of high-quality designs and construction excellence established here. Renowned Page + Steele Architects designed the new tower, as well as the first two towers that are nearing completion. The community will be anchored by a one-acre park by NAK Design.

Mike Niven Interior Design created the exceptional interior spaces including The Club at One Sherway. This recreational/entertainment space includes a state-of-the-art fitness centre, indoor swimming pool with access to an outdoor terrace, hydro pool, co-ed steam room, sun room, his and hers saunas, media lounge, theatre, billiard room, party room with an upper lounge, and private dining room with servery. Tower Three will also feature 24-hour concierge service and an on-site Recreational Activities Director.

Gourmet kitchens are graced with One Sherway “Signature Collection” cabinetry, granite countertops, a ceramic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and breakfast bar (as per plan). Flooring choices include porcelain and ceramic tiles, engineered wood flooring, and 40-ounce broadloom (as per plan).

Suites in Tower Three begin in price from the $210’s; first occupancy is slated for Fall 2011. Ask about the remaining suites in Tower Two priced from the $210’s, with occupancy available this Fall.

The One Sherway Sales Office and model vignettes are at 700 Evans Avenue. For more information, call 416-695-3535 or visit www.onesherway.com.

CONDO UPDATE

CATHERINE AND MIKE

LIANA AND DON

For Catherine and Mike, Garden Villas in exclusive Erin Mills offered the perfect opportunity for the couple to realize their dream of homeownership. As first-time buyers, they were happy to find a beautiful townhome they could afford in a great location. “Mike grew up in Mississauga and works in his family’s mechanic shop in the city,” Catherine says. “I’ve lived here most of my life, and I’m an athletic therapist at a sports medicine clinic in Port Credit. Our commuting time is minimal.”

She says their decision was also based on lifestyle. “Erin Mills is close to everything, and there is a fair amount of green space here. There’s a lot of opportunity for people to keep active and enjoy the outdoors.”

Mike and Catherine bought the 1,665 sq. ft. three-bedroom Mayfair Garden Villa. “We loved the fact that our home is an end unit and has so many windows,” Catherine says. “The open-concept on the main floor works well, and the three bedrooms are all a good size. And we really appreciate the walkout rooftop patio over the garage.”

Catherine says she and Mike have had a totally positive buying experience. “Great Gulf has gone above and beyond; you can tell they really care. They even held a meet-and-greet barbecue for the neighbourhood once everyone moved in.”

The couple like their home so much, that they referred Mike’s brother and Catherine’s cousin, who also bought at Garden Villas. “We’ll definitely buy from Great Gulf again when we’re ready to move up,” Catherine adds.

When Don and Liana had their third child in 2001, they decided to move from their south Etobicoke home in a mature neighbourhood to a community with younger families. “We wanted to be in a community filled with kids for ours to play with… just like the neighbourhood where we grew up,” Liana says.

The couple purchased a four-bedroom home from Great Gulf at this established, sold-out community in Woodbridge, and moved in 5½ years ago. Liana says they are very happy there. So are their three sons, Andrew (12), Daniel (9) and Matthew (6). “If we even suggest moving some day, they get upset,” Liana says. “They have many friends here, plus we have three large parks we can walk to. Everything we need is close by.”

“It was a big decision for us,” Liana explains. “We chose Sonoma Heights because of its location and because of Great Gulf’s solid reputation for building a good home. We’ve had excellent service.”

Both Don and Liana like the design of the Warren. “The brick colour and large porch have a lot of curb appeal,” Liana says, “and the open-concept kitchen and family room is where we spend all our time. Our home is 2,880 sq. ft. in size – and we use it all!”

SNAPSHOTS FROM HOME

BUILDING GREAT NEIGHBOURHOODS FOR OVER 30 YEARS

SPRING & SUMMER MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

• Check furnace filter.

• Check air conditioning unit before the hot days arrive to ensure that it is functioning properly, i.e. blowing cold air through the vents.

• Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.

• Clean humidifier.

• During the hot months you may notice that condensation may occur behind the vapour barrier on the basement walls. This is a result of excess humidity in the home and should be removed by way of circulation of dry air or the use of a de-humidifier.

• Water lawn regularly. New lawns must be watered in order to promote good strong root growth. The majority of new sod failures can usually be attributed to lack of water.

• Fertilizer is a very important step to a healthy green lawn and should be applied three times per season: Spring application - April/May Summer application - July/August Fall application - September/October

HElpFUl HintS FoR tHE GREat GUlF HoMEownER

MississaugaWinston Churchill and Eglinton

Single Family Homes905-858-7522

ajaxTaunton and Salem

Townhomes and Singles905-619-3637

oshawaTaunton and Harmony

Townhomes and Singles1-888-579-7235

auroraBayview and Wellington

Single Family Homes905-841-0610

EtobicokeEvans Avenue and Sherway Gate

Condominium suites416-695-3535

SEEING IS BELIEVING Across the GTA, you’ll find an exciting variety of new home neighbourhoods from multi-award-winning Great Gulf Homes.

niagara FallsGarner and Lundy’s Lane

Single Family Homes905-356-9408

BradfordHwy 88 and Professor Day

Semis and singles 905-775-3461

torontoJarvis and Charles

Condominium suites416-927-0080

MississaugaThomas and 10th Line

Garden Villas Townhomes905-858-7522

MississaugaThomas and 10th Line

Luxury Townhomes905-858-7522

torontoKing and CharlotteCondominium suites

416-927-9772

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A new neighbourhood at Castlemore Rd. and Hwy. 50 in Brampton, near Hunters’ Glen Golf Club. This neighbourhood will feature semi-

detached and single family homes with quick access to Hwys. 7 and 427.

A new neighbourhood of townhomes at Thomas St. and 10th Line in the heart

of prestigious Erin Mills.

COMING SOON!

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?You can contact us!Great Gulf Homes, 3751 Victoria Park Ave., Toronto, ON M1W 3Z4Tel: (416) 449-1340 Fax: (416) 449-6438E-mail: information@greatgulfhomes.comVisit our website at www.greatgulfhomes.com

Prices and specifications subject to change without notice. E.&O.E. All illustrations are artist’s concepts. All square footages are approximate. Actual usable space varies from stated floor area.

Sales office Hours: Monday to thursday from 1 to 8 p.m. (6 p.m. for condos); closed Friday; Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. (5 p.m. for condos)

On Friday, August 15th Great Gulf Homes’ employees, trades and consultants will tee off for the company’s 13th Annual Charity Golf Tournament. As for many years, this well-attended event will be held at The Cardinal Golf Club in Newmarket. This popular tournament is a prime example of Great Gulf’s ongoing commitment to raise the quality of life in the communities in which they build. The beneficiary of the Tournament will be Sunnybrook Foundation, with funds directed for the second year in a row to the Department of Neurosciences at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre. At the 2007 tournament, Dr. Ken Shulman, Sunnybrook’s Chief, Neurosciences Program, underscored the importance of this program that deals with understanding and treating disorders of brain structure and function. Neurosciences’ multidisciplinary team strives to de-stigmatize these conditions and provide a process of care that makes it easier for patients and families to navigate the health care system. The Neurosciences Program focuses on specialty areas related to disorders including stroke, neurodegenerative disorders, mood disorders, and traumatic brain injury. Last year, Great Gulf donated $112,570 to this cause by matching the total raised by the trades and consultants. That long-standing tradition will be carried out at the 2008 event, which will be co-

13th ANNUAL CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENTTO SUPPORT SUNNYBROOK FOUNDATION

chaired by Great Gulf’s Production Manager Gus Platis, Site Works Manager Eugene Filice, Vice President Sales & Marketing Sandra Frasson, and Manager of the Decor Centre Karen Norton. Since 2001, the Great Gulf golf tournament has collected over $470,000. Each year, the Great Gulf Charitable Foundation supports a wide range of charities, with an emphasis placed on high-priority needs of families and children. Great Gulf is the founding sponsor of the endowment fund for “The Starlight Starbright Room at the Hospital for Sick Children,” currently serving children on the 9th floor in the Oncology Department.