?AD{TS1853594} onthe cover National is bringing townhomes to the heart of Mississauga - Page 3 InSIDe Spring into a new expression with paint - Page 6 FRIDAY, JUNE 8 & SUNDAY, JUNE 10, 2012 Today, Get Connected To New Homes In Mount Pleasant Village And Mount Pleasant North. See Back Cover For Details. ...

2 NEW HOMES & CONDOS Home renovation still a solid investment PAUL GOLINI BILD There's been a lot of talk lately surrounding investment opportunities presented by the new homes industry in the GTA, and I find it a bit surprising when the renovation industry is overlooked in the conversation. While some people opt to invest in a new home in a new community, others choose to put their money in their existing home with an extensive renovation. A renovation can help increase the value of your home, not to mention the quality of living, while keeping the existing benefits that attracted you to this home in the first place. In fact, a recent study supplied by the Altus Group showed that residential renovation is currently a $66-billion industry responsible for 56 per cent of all residential construction investment in Canada. Given the shift towards high-rise living in the last five years, there's been a surge in condominium renovation in the GTA. Condo owners are putting a fresh spin on ...

The Toronto Sun n friday June 8 & Sunday June 10, 2012 COVER STORY In the sought-after neighbourhood of Creditview and Britannia Road in Mississauga, National Homes is about to introduce a rare offering of family-sized townhomes at affordable prices. National's Creditview will be launched at an Insiders VIP Preview in early summer and prices for this limited collection of just over 100 homes will start from the $380s, up to 1950 sq.ft. You'll find all the space and features a growing family needs along with the fine finishes that make a National home so prestigious. If this sounds like the kind of home you're looking for, then you can register now by visiting nationalhomes.com or calling 416-746-1234. This is one of the most desirable locations in all of the GTA. Imagine living right in the heart of Mississauga close to parkland and great shopping like Heartland Town Centre. At National's Creditview, you'll be a leisurely stroll away from winding trails along the Credit River, a 5- ...

4 NEW HOMES & CONDOS STAR SPACES MarCy COrNbluM Special to QMI Agency As general manager of Schwarzkopf Professional Canada , one of the largest hair care product manufacturers in the world, Marianne Medeiros represents a group of eight country managers, all of who are women. It's something she is extremely proud of "as I believe we continue to struggle for diversity for women in management roles." She can't think of a time when she was growing up that when she wasn't putting together outfits for herself or doing her sisters' hair and makeup, while crediting her mother as her main inspiration. "I watched mom juggle ten things at once, always putting the needs of the kids first. I know that my core working ethics are a direct result of watching mom 'do it all' through hard work and commitment." The best part of her job? "The people and the passion. The fact that I'm in an industry that works hard and plays hard!" Under Medeiros' guidance and direction, ...

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6 NEW HOMES & CONDOS trends DiaNNE DaNiEl Special to QMI Agency Looking for ways to 'express yourself'this spring? All it takes is a fresh coat of paint, indoors or out. "A can of really good quality paint ... can really change the mood of a place," says realtor and home décor specialist Jodi Gilmour, host of HGTV's For Rent, referring to the recent launch of Origins? by Benjamin Moore®, an exclusive line of 494 designer colours now available at Canadian Tire stores across Canada. "It's about helping people to feel 'cool' about their space again, that it represents who they are or who they want to be." Where to paint depends first and foremost on whether you're planning to sell or stay put. Anyone thinking of putting a home on the market should start by sprucing up the front door and foyer, says Gilmour. "Buyers make a decision online based on MLS photos whether they're going to come and look at your house or not; they make another decision on the threshold ...

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8 NEW HOMES & CONDOS The Toronto Sun n friday June 8 & Sunday June 10, 2012 Today, Mattamy offers two ways to get well-connected in Brampton SITE STORY Parks are scattered throughout the Mount Pleasant neighbourhoods. Enjoy time in the Village Square in the Mount Pleasant Communities. Mattamy's interior and exterior styles are designed for family living. There has been a lot of excitement surrounding both Mount Pleasant Village and Mount Pleasant North in Brampton lately. The community was just recently named the 2012 Places To Grow Community of the Year from BILD (Building Industry and Land Development Association). They also have new home opportunities available. The wide variety of Townhomes in these communities are priced from $309,990 and the wide variety of Detached Homes from $364,990. All of Mattamy's homes are architecturally designed and offer unique, stylish floor plans and exterior styles to suit any family. Mattamy's Mount Pleasant neighbourhoods connect you to a w ...

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10 NEW HOMES & CONDOS My family and friends know I'm a health nut, fighting age every step of the way by eating an organic, meat-free diet and staying in shape. I bring my healthy living lifestyle and attitude to all that I design as well. Design is more than pretty spaces or hot trendy colours - it's about life CHERYLL GILLESPIE INTERIORS BY CHERYLL Plants are beautiful, living sculptures that also contribute to the health of a room. and style and your health. There are many considerations when you are designing a home or even a room that can help you maintain and even improve your health. Could you consider including an infrared sauna into the home gym or even the ensuite plan? Speaking of gyms, should we convert an unused space into a gym that focuses on resistance training? The space can be as small as a closet and if we are disciplined enough to work out at home, think of the time and money we will save by not paying membership dues or having to drive to the gym. Try growing y ...