Marlin Spring is setting the bar with a modern residential opportunity, East of Main at The Dawes Condominiums.

Located in Danforth Village, The Dawes represents the company’s robust residential portfolio. This new mixed-use residential community will total 631 condominium residences split between two buildings, at 38- and 24-storeys, respectively, and will include more than 27,000 sq. ft. of amenity spaces, as well as 17,000-plus sq. ft. of retail and office space, a new public park, and an 11,000-sq.-ft. new daycare facility within a reimagined two-storey heritage site.

The Dawes has a near perfect transit score of 95, with both the Main Street subway station and Danforth GO station a five-minute walk away, and endless connections to the entire city.

Abundance of amenities

With a walking score of 95 as well, the neigbourhood has an abundance of recreational, convenient and entertaining location amenities, just a short stroll away. Danforth Village, known for its popular restaurants and vibrant community, is only a two-minute walk from the project. In less than 10 minutes by foot, residents will be able to access several area parks, including Taylor Creek Park, Dentonia Park, Maryland Park, Goodwood Park and Coleman Park. Greek Town and The Beaches are only an eight-minute walk away, and Michael Garon Hospital is an eight-minute drive.

“The Danforth Village will be even more connected with the completion of the Ontario Line, with 15 stations, including more than 40 connections to GO services, existing subway stations, LRT lines, buses and streetcar lines,” says Vice-President of Sales and Marketing for Marlin Spring Erin Millar. The Dawes is only five stops away from Pape station, and has incredible access to the entire of city of Toronto.

It’s easy to see why there are more than 5,000 residential units proposed for this incredible neighbourhood.

Award-winning architectural firm IBI Group was inspired by the superior transit connections in the community to create a real transit-oriented development, similar to a European lifestyle, where residents are able to get anywhere seamlessly, without the need for a car.

Integration of heritage building

Special consideration was also given to the integration of the existing heritage building on site. The historic grain silo structure has been retained and fully integrated into the new podium, along with an exciting program that will bring this structure back to life as an 11,000-plus-sq.-ft. two-storey daycare facility, and enhanced with a new public urban park for all to enjoy.

The entire scale and materiality of the podium has been designed to respect and complement the heritage component. The sequence of multi-storey vertical windows and the stone piers are both reminiscent of the warehouse typology found near the railway land. The continuous retail frontages at grade will provide for lively street animation, while the wider sidewalk and boulevard on Dawes Road will complement and enhance the pedestrian experience.

Interiors at The Dawes were conceived by award-winning design firm U31.

“When considering the common areas and amenity spaces at The Dawes, our goal was to provide flexibility, adaptability and, of course, a memorable experience. Highlights include a double-height lobby lounge, featuring a spectacular fireplace that drops from the ceiling, making it the focal point for residents to cosy up to. The pale-wood scalloped celling will also be a feature, with recessed linear lighting that hovers above, and unifies the lounge and concierge area,” says U31 Partner Kelly Cray.

Holistic approach

When it comes to the suite finishes, U31 incorporated a holistic approach, extending the overall design language into the suites by including warm woods, stone countertops and graphics in the bathrooms.

With more than 27,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor amenities, The Dawes will offer residents a focus on smart living, wellness and creative work from home spaces. This comprehensive offering will also include a welcoming resident lobby, with the convenience of parcel rooms, a robust two-storey fitness studio with weights, machines, spin bikes, a yoga studio and boxing facility. An indoor and outdoor kids’ area has been specially designed for residents and guests of all ages. An indoor dining lounge, a screening room, social lounge, co-work area, games room, art/maker studio, meeting room, library lounge, pet wash, outdoor dining with barbecues, and outdoor lounge round off this expansive lifestyle amenity program.

The Dawes is a rare opportunity to get into a great location early, because the market is awaking to its potential, as this new evolution takes shape.

The Dawes community features 631 residential suites ranging from 367 to more than 1,360 sq. ft.

To register and for more information, visit thedawes.com.

About Marlin Spring

The company was founded in 2013 and currently has 24 projects in various stages of planning, sales or construction. Including its latest project Curio Condos at 801 The Queensway. Interested parties can register for the project at curiocondos.com.

In addition to Curio, Marlin Spring is bringing to life a pipeline rich with opportunity. From Danforth Village to the Junction Triangle, The Queensway, Mississauga and Humber Bay shores, as well as locations as quaint as Courtice, these exciting communities and innovative offerings are sure to keep Marlin Spring top of mind as a developer of choice.