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www.insideHALTON.com · OAKVILLE BEAVER Friday, December 9, 2011 · 22 BUILDER NEWS True eco-chic liv T iving is just around d the corner at Ironstone Condominiums in Burli r ngton. g Some sui u tes are still t l ava ailabl a e and d occupancy f for the envi v ronmentall a ly conscious residences is set to begin g in late 2012. Ironstone Condominiums now under construction in Burlington Construction is now underway ay for Ironstone Condominiums in Burl r ington, with shoring and 100 per cent of the excaa vation completed. Looking to be the most eco-chic residences on th t e market, th t e development has been designed d to integrate sophisticated condo amenities with green technology for stylishly sustainable living. t Burlington is radiating with fresh green energy since Ironstone Condominiums broke ground on the corner of Ironstone Drive and Appleby Line. A pioneering condo development by Davies Smith Developments, Ironstone will rise up to be the one of the first multi-residential highrise buildings in Canada to be equipped with geothermal technology gy, with occupancy beginning in late 2012. This project fits in with council's longg term vision for Burlington, which includes creating sustainable, mixed-use and pedestrian friendly y communities in sync with the area's natural landscape. "Ironstone is forr ward thinking," says Mayor Rick Goldring. Designed to service all of Ironstone's space heating and cooling load requirements, geothermal energy is a renewable alternative to conventional fossil fuel enerr gy based systems and therefore reduces the release of harmful emissions that pollute the air. "Our government is working towards legislation to make buildings more self-sustaining and Ironstone is a huge leap towards that goal," says Graham Chalmers, co-owner at Davies Smith Developments. Located in uptown Burlington's emergg ing urban core, Ironstone is also footsteps from restaurants, major shopping outl t ets and a brand new medical building and features new retail at ground level with convenient bike parking for local trips. An environmentally sound conscience A isn't the only benefit condo owners will gain. The 16-storey ey condo designed by y RAW integrates green technologies with t sophisticated condo amenities and offers a variety of suite layouts including two-storey lofts. Green space is another focus, boasting a private 15,000-square foot outdoor courtt yard and several lofts and condos that walk out onto landscaped terraces. Bringing a true urban oasis to Burlington's uptown core, Ironstone's spacious rooftop terrace f features lounge pods, a built-in outdoor barbeque and fireplace, relaxed seating areas and a hot tub. " "Just by moving in, purchasers reduce b their carbon foot t tprint," says Ironstone's lead architect Roland Rom Colthoff, f of RAW. W Residents can also rest easy knowing that the geothermal system, installed and operated by GeoXperts, will also be kind to their wallets. A financial advantage d for condo owners is that geothermal technology will keep monthly cost-of-living stable over a 20- to 30-year period and will not be vulnerable to volatile spikes in hydro, oil and gas prices. Raising th t e bar for sustainabl a e urb r an livv ing in the greater GTA comes as no surprise from Davies Smith Developments, who f over t the past decade has won 34 awards f buildings th for t at exude superior quality and design. "Ironstone is a beacon for th t e future," says Chalmers. "A modern take on f sustainable condo living g that brings urban sophistication to uptown Burlington." Over 88 per cent sold, one, one plus den, and two-bedroom suites are still available, starting at $246,000. The Ironstone Presentation Centre (located at 1940 Ironstone Drive in Burlington) is temporarily l closed. To book k a private appoint tment, please call 905.315.8100 or email info@IronstoneCondominiums.com. Visi V t www.IronstoneCondominiums.com. w Please call today to book your personal appointment. Suites starting from $ 246,000