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Enjoy City Centre Living at the Diamond Xcitement Is Building North York’S City Centre Is Sq 10 The Toronto Sun n Friday, February 12 & Sunday, February 14, 2016 SITE STORY Enjoy City Centre living at The Diamond xcitement is building North York’s City Centre is sq. ft., with prices starting at Taiwan, earning an interna- for the upcoming grand also an inter-regional trans- $268,000. tional reputation as an innova- Eopening of The Diamond portation hub, with easy access High end features include tive builder both at home and Condominiums on Yonge, a to major highways and pub- soaring nine ft. ceilings, plank abroad. new community by Diamante lic transit, for quick trips to pre-finished laminate flooring Diamante has been recog- Development Corporation that Pearson International Airport, throughout, and porcelain tile nized several times for its out- is set in the heart of North York’s downtown Toronto and across flooring in bathrooms. Kitchens standing projects. Most recently, City Centre. the GTA. feature contemporary designer Julie Di Lorenzo was inducted This prime location gives res- The Diamond is situated cabinetry, granite countertops into the Building Industry and idents access to a vibrant neigh- between Finch and North York and backsplash, and an appli- Land Development Associa- bourhood with myriad ameni- Centre subway stations, with a ance package. tion (BILD) Hall of Fame in rec- ties, and the opportunity to live bus stop right outside the door. The sleek 30-storey tower of ognition of her leadership and in the only new home develop- YRT/Viva transit and GO Bus white metal and glass has field- lasting contribution to the new ment in the area. services are also located at Finch stone walls at the base to com- homes industry and the Asso- The “new downtown”, North station to provide residents plement the building’s private ciation. York’s City Centre is a mecca of with even more transportation park, which is a focal point of For more information, or to culture, entertainment, recrea- options. the community. Here, residents register for a preview show- tion, shopping and fine dining, Boutique shopping, restau- can relax in comfortable seat- ing of The Diamond Con- drawing people from surround- rants, excellent schools, neigh- ing areas amidst lush gardens, dominiums on Yonge, visit ing communities, including bourhood parks and more are a tranquil water feature, stone www.diamondonyonge.com or Richmond Hill and Markham. close by for a truly walkable walls accents, barbeque facili- call 416-961-8008. The Diamond is situated on community. ties and an outdoor dining area. — Courtesy of Yonge St., between Finch and “If you took a radius of the Other on-site amenities Diamante Development Sheppard Avenues, just a short amenities surrounding The include a billiard and games walk from Mel Lastman Square. Diamond and compared it to room, a theatre room and a Constructed in 1998, this com- downtown Toronto, you’d be library with a fireplace. On the munity gathering space features amazed,” says Diamante Devel- second floor, there is a fully a garden courtyard, outdoor opment Corporation developer, equipped fitness room, men’s amphitheatre, fountains and a Julie Di Lorenzo. “People living and women’s saunas and reflective pool that transforms right downtown would love to change rooms, a yoga studio into an outdoor skating rink in have a bus stop at their door and and two furnished guest suites. winter. two subway stations just a short For more than 30 years, Dia- The Square hosts several walk away. Here, you have York mante Development Corpora- events that showcase music, University, Fairview Mall, shop- tion has created communities art, dancing, theatre, sports and ping, restaurants and a fantastic of distinction throughout the food, including a farmer’s mar- night life.” GTA, including One Balmoral, ket. The North York Civic Cen- At The Diamond, purchasers One City Hall, Two Roxborough tre and Central Library are also can choose from a terrific selec- and Domus in Yorkville. located at Mel Lastman Square tion of one-, two- and three- Thecom pany has constructed and Toronto Centre for the Arts bedroom suite designs that are over 5,000 residential units in is situated just to the south. available from 439 sq. ft. to 977 Canada, the United States and .
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