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A new group of purchasers will be living the LUXE life

A recent preview for Phase II of Menkes’ popular condominium community drew yet another crowd to what promises to be a landmark in Toronto’s booming north area, commonly called “uptown’s downtown.” Combining contemporary suite designs with innovative style and a central Yonge and Finch location, LUXE II is proving a match to the stunning success of the first-phase building.

The 22-storey design features a sleek, contemporary exterior of luminous glass and pre-cast that complements Phase I, as well as the same spectacular location, close to the Finch subway station – with TTC, GO Transit and Viva York Region Rapid Transit connections – and close to a range of shopping, dining and entertainment opportunities.

The building itself features an alluring central lobby that welcomes visitors in with style, while the Reading Room – designed in red for a stimulating and vibrant environment – has an inviting fireplace, and wireless Internet access is available completely throughout the ground-floor common areas.

Meanwhile, the chic Luxe Lounge offers spacious club-inspired party facilities for the exclusive use of residents and their guests, with a bar, caterer’s kitchen, dining area and plenty of space for entertaining. There’s also a games lounge for billiards and cards, a theatre room for private screenings, a quiet lounge, an indoor swimming pool, and a state-of-the-art fitness centre.

In addition, the Luxe Outdoor Lounge will be a tranquil place for quiet moments or alfresco entertaining, with barbecues and seating areas surrounded by beautiful gardens, manicured grass and sculptural ground coverings, all sheltered from the public eye by a unique arbour covered in lush vines and greenery.

At Luxe II, purchasers will be able to choose from a variety of one-bedroom, one-bedroom-plus-den, two-bedroom and two-bedroom-plus-den suites, ranging in size from 545 to 920 sq. ft. and priced from $172,990. All suites come standard with granite kitchen countertops, engineered wood flooring and six premium quality appliances.

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From the Condo Guide Magazine

As of July, Toronto’s Western Harbourfront will forever boasts a small piece of southern California. Malibu at Harbourfront has started its upward rise bringing with it that laid-back surf-and-sun California lifestyle.

Backed by a Beach Boys tribute band and standing on a giant backhoe, Malibu at Harbourfront president Rony Hirsch officially broke ground at the award-winning Malibu at Harbourfront.

The 32-storey tower, which rises from an 11-storey lowrise, is now underway at one of the best sites on the western waterfront, the northwest corner of Bathurst and Fleet Streets, just north of Lake Shore Boulevard West.

As purchasers gather outside the presentation center, Hirsch told the assembled guests of his company’s pride in this very successful project.

“Our company has created memorable housing developments right around the world but this one stands apart,” he told the guest, including Deputy Mayer and City Councilor Joe Pantalone and more than 200 Malibu at Harbourfront buyers. “we believe we have delivered the best value in the city.

“Malibu at Harbourfront represents a much sought-after lifestyle in a quality building at affordable prices.” He said. Your presence here today reflects strong belief. The start of construction on what will undoubtedly be a city landmark is a cause for celebration.”

Celebration indeed. As the band turned out Beach Boys favourites like little Deuce Coupe and surfiin’ USA, the crowd applauded Hirsch and Councilor Pantalone and even broke into impromptu dances.

The celebration accurately reflected the excitement, which has surrounded Malibu at Harbourfront since it was first announced. Malibu at Harbourfront offers condo buyers a complete range of choices in the heart of the city’s most exciting neighbourhoods. Suites range from studio suites, through one and two-level lofts, traditional, one-, two- and two-bedroom-plus-den units, right up to luxury penthouses.

Many offer features like fireplaces and spacious terraces.

“We have tried to think of everything a buyer might need or want to accurately capture an urban lifestyle,” says Hirsch. “Granted, this project is in the heart of one of the city’s most exciting areas, but living begins at home. Malibu at Harbourfront reflects that basic philosophy.

“Life at Malibu at Harbourfront starts with the Malibu Club Spa. It offers residents and their guests a pool, exercise room and beach lounge. There’s no need to pay extra for an expensive health club membership.

Then, whether it is entertainment, shopping, dining, sports, theatre or just a pleasant stroll along the lake. Malibu at Harbourfront is minutes away from the theatre district on King Street West, the Air Canada Centre, the Rogers Centre are almost on the doorstep. So are the boutiques, clubs and dining spots of Queen Street West, Richmond and Adelaide Streets.

Harbourfront is down the block; a huge park is just across the street; the Canadian National Exhibition grounds are a neighbors to the west. For daily needs, a grocery superstore will be opening right next door, complete with a range of specialty shops.

Security and service are assurered. For example, residents and visitors alike are greeted as the enter lobby by a round-the-clock concierge.

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But it is not the heat, it is the action

Samuel Johnson noted that “The man who tires of London is tired of life.” The same can be said about life at Malibu at Harbourfront. This new California style condominium community, situated at Bathurst Street, just north of Lakeshore Boulevard West, is at the heart of Toronto’s most exciting neighborhood. And in summer it definitely sizzles.

Just consider a short list of what awaits Malibu at Harbourfront residents when the project is completed in two years time; the prospect is certain to get the heart pounding and the toes tapping. For starters: Harbourfront, Ontario Place, Caribana, the Canadian National Exhibition and Toronto’s quintessential summer fests are all at their doorstep.

This year’s menu offers events like Harbourfront’s World’s Fare, Ritmo y Color and Masala! Mehndi! Masti!, a hat trick of international, Latin and South Asian celebrations of dance, music, film and food. All within a few minutes stroll south and east of Malibu at Harbourfront.

Head north and Malibu at Harbourfront gives onto the 32-acre Fort York Mustering Ground Park. Great for year-round exploring but drop in during the second weekend of August and you will find yourself surrounded by a three-day celebration of beer. Toronto’s annual Festival of Beer takes place almost in Malibu at Harbourfront’s backyard every summer. Directly south are the 33 acres of Coronation Park and the shore of Lake Ontario. Picnic under the maples and oaks, walk for kilometers cooled by the breezes, or just sit and people watch.

In fact, you don’t even need to leave home to get a front row seat for some of the city’s best loved summer spectacles. Malibu at Harbourfront’s balconies and terraces provide a bird’s eye view of everything from the annual CNE Air Show to the breathtaking fireworks displays celebrating summer holidays.

For stay-at-home days there is the Malibu Club Spa. Swim the pool, relax in the sauna, work out in the exercise room or join friends and neighbours in the Beach Lounge.

“This has to be the most dynamic neighbourhood in Toronto,” says Rony Hirsch, president of Malibu Investments–partners in other Toronto projects including the successful 18 Yonge and St. Andrew on the Green. “That’s why we chose it to create our signature project in Toronto. Malibu at Harbourfront is not just a condominium; it is the very heart of a completely new community.

“It is one of the most exciting projects we have ever done – anywhere in the world. Right now, at pre-construction prices, it also represents superb value.”

That value extends across a range of lifestyles as well. Malibu at Harbourfront offers a choice to residents. The 31-storey tower appeals to those seeking the California inspired, airy designs. Its 339 open floor plans range from 345-square-foot bachelors at under $100,000 to spectacular 850-square-foot, two-bedroom penthouses that will sell for under $300,000. The building also has one and two-bedroom residences ranging from 635- to 800-square feet. All units will have balconies and California kitchens with custom dining bars. One of the four penthouse levels will even offer terraces.

To add to the excitement, Malibu at Harbourfront regularly offers buyers special seasonal packages for limited periods. They include free upgrades for buyers as well as free maintenance or direct cash back programs.

While summer may be a high season for life on the lake, the excitement at Malibu at Harbourfront continues right through the year. Toronto’s top two venues for professional sports, the SkyDome and the Air Canada Centre, are a 10 minutes walk to the east. King Streets’ pair of world-class live theatres, The Princess of Wales and Royal Alex, lie in the same direction.

There are the clubs and bistros of Queen Street West, the excitement of shopping along Spadina, Ontario Place’s Molson Amphitheatre, the financial district, Chinatown, even a brand new Loblaws state-of-the-art supermarket next door. As well, Malibu at Harbourfront is the best value on Toronto’s waterfront, as much as $50,000 less than suites along Queen’s Quay.

Getting around or even out of the city is never a problem either. The Bathurst streetcar running north, the Queen’s Quay LRT, and the King streetcar running east and west are all minutes away. Lakeshore Boulevard and the Gardiner Expressway are at Malibu at Harbourfront’s doorstep.

See for yourself why Malibu at Harbourfront is winning both critical praise and commercial success.

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