The Art of Architecture in Today’s Condominiums

In Toronto, condominiums are flourishing as the new home choice of residents and investors. Condos are also helping to fuel the renters’ market, and the appeal is understandable. Living in one of these new buildings brings with it a lifestyle of ease, leisure and even artistic ambience. One of the most beautiful aspects of newer architecture in Toronto is the outstanding public art included in condo design. Recognizing the importance of a vibrant cultural community in maintaining healthy municipalities, the City of Toronto developed a policy called ‘Percent for Public Art’ to support the inclusion of art in major private sector developments.

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Hugh Heron Walks The Walk

TORONTO - August 23, 2013 - Arriving from Glasgow 46 years ago, the dapper Scot has held the banner high for Canada and for quality housing. The president of Heathwood Homes (and head of other organizations including Two Men And A Truck – Canada and The Mikey Network) talks with Editor Gale Beeby, about his challenges and achievements, in the September 2013 Condo Life magazine.

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