Building materials

Bernie posted a comment query after seeing my latest pictures on the building materials being wood rather than concrete and wondered why. When I talked to the builders intially, they told me that building bylaws in Burlington allow the use of wood for buildings under 5 stories, so our building being only 4 stories lets the builder use wood rather than concrete.
In my opinion, I am guessing that it is far cheaper to build using wood frame than concrete hence their decision. Personally, I would prefer concrete as I find it is a better sound proofing that what will occur with a wood frame. That said, when I expressed this concern to the builder they indicated they would be ensuring sound quality. I guess we will see.

It is April 29th. We are here to see about rentals so took some more pictures.

The first floor rises! Work is progressing at a great rate to my inexperienced eyes.

My wife and I have sold our home and secured a rental in Burlington where we will be come June 1st. So a lot closer to the action: expect more updates.

Latest changes

More work done. A lot of the parking level floor is in place now and the first floor continues to be added.

Condo Suppliers

I found out through my sister a few of the places our builder is getting supplies from. This allows you to check them out prior to going to the decor center (and also let's you see options that are possible other than those offered by the builder)

The granite supplier is Custom Granite in Stoney Creek, they are in the building beside Adamson Flooring
The flooring supplier is Adamson Flooring in Stoney Creek (745 South Service Road, Unit #1 905-643-4522)
Plumbing supplies will be Kohler
The kitchens will come from Frendel (5850 Dixie Road, Mississuaga Rd)

Decor center should start any time soon bringing owners in for selections by appointment.

March madness

Folks, I am back after a three week hiatus (and some great golf in Hilton Head SC). The builders continue to impress with their schedule. Take a look, the foundation is almost complete and they are starting to build up the main floor! (Remember, you can click on each image to see more details)

It is certainly looking like the schedule will easily be met (let us hope there are no summer slowdowns).

Also, we found the Decor Center open so took a quick peek. From discussions it appears they will be starting to call us in for consultations some time soon. Start thinking of what you want your condo to look like inside!

Feb 25th Visit

Well, not much snow this winter so constructon continues unabated. Looking good, as all the main walls and supports seem to be up except the last corner where the currrent truck lane down is.

Will start to look like a building soon! Can't wait.

I will be away for the next three weeks so might be a small lapse here unless I can get some of the other owners to send in a picture or two while I am away.

Update Feb 5th

More work done on the foundation! As you can see from the attached picture, the foundation is progressing well. Most of the walls are in it seems. Looking good.

Looking near the yellow backhoe there appears to be the main elevator hole. If I am correct in my assumption, the backhoe is stitting near the spot where our car will be eventually parked. (Of course, I could be way off here<S>)