Introducing Park Place: The Newest Opportunity to Own Luxury Living by the Park

Launching this month, Park Place Condominiums exemplifies refined luxury right in the heart of the SmartVMC, one of Canada’s fastest-growing communities.

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Park Place, two highly anticipated residential towers situated at the intersection of highways 7 and 400, is the latest project and the next phase of SmartVMC development by SmartLiving, SmartCentres’ residential arm. This exciting 100+ acre master-planned community anchored by a central park is an excellent opportunity for couples, families and young business professionals to live in style, with well-appointed units and unparalleled amenities in a great location.

What sets this development apart? For one thing, it’s a uniquely connected transit hub, with the SmartVMC bus terminal, connecting residents and visitors to other parts of York Region. SmartVMC is also home to the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre TTC subway, taking residents to downtown Toronto’s Union Station in under 45 minutes. By transit, residents can be at York University in about five minutes, and Yorkdale in 15 minutes. Vaughan Mills Shopping Centre and Canada’s Wonderland are also minutes away. No matter where you’re going, it’s easy to get there by transit — or by car, due to its proximity to highway 7 and the 400-series highways.

Park Place is within walking distance of world-class employers in SmartVMC such as KMPG, PwC, Miller Thomson, GFL and more. Also close by for residents are community offerings including a brand new, state-of-the-art YMCA recreational facility, the Vaughan Public Library, a local daycare centre, major banks and popular retailers.

Directly adjacent to Park Place and at the heart of SmartVMC will be a nine-acre central park, that will provide an abundance of walking and cycling trails, a sunken lawn for picnics and play, an off-leash dog park and a children’s play zone. Planned as a landmark destination for residents and visitors, the park will be designed by Claude Cormier + Associés, award-winning designers of well-known Toronto destinations like Sugar Beach, Berczy Park, Love Park and the Leslie Slip Lookout Park.

Interiors and exteriors by award-winning architectural firm Hariri Pontarini have been thoughtfully designed focusing on preserving principal views and maximizing access to sunlight and sky views.

The buildings themselves are rich in amenities and appointments. Park Place is comprised of two prestigious towers, 48 and 56 storeys, housing 1,100 residential suites, that are connected by a three-storey podium. Over 40,000 square feet of shared amenities include curated retail space on the ground level, a fitness centre with yoga, a cycle lab and wellness spaces, and a lounge with a games room that spills out to a generous outdoor living room. There is also an outdoor kitchen, co-working space, a bike repair workshop, a kid’s playroom and party room.

Smart capabilities include Wi-Fi connections in all common areas, smart thermostats and building controls, keyless door entry, and a building app for booking amenities and common areas. The buildings have a strong health focus, with secure touch-free building and suite access and other touchless points designed to reduce virus and bacteria transfer. There is also 24-hour concierge and security.

In-suite details include smooth finished ceilings, approximately nine feet high in principal rooms, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Kitchens feature contemporary custom cabinetry, under-cabinet lighting, single-slab porcelain backsplash options, wall-mounted appliances and in select suites, a kitchen island. Bathrooms have porcelain floor tiles, custom vanities with undermount white porcelain sinks, wall-mounted mirrors, and brushed gold or black fixtures and finishes. Spacious balconies are perfect for entertaining.

Backed by more than 30 years of experience, SmartLiving leverages an in-house team of land development experts to drive all residential initiatives across SmartCentres’ communities coast to coast. Park Place Condominiums launches this month, so register now at theparkplacecondos.ca.

Here’s why Park Place Condos is the community of the future

The SmartLiving community keeps you connected in more ways than one

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In a fast-paced world like ours, today’s best communities exist at the nexus of innovation and accessibility. Located along Jane Street at Highway 7 in bustling downtown Vaughan, SmartVMC’s luxury Park Place Condos is the latest community to bring state-of-the-art technology with incredible design thanks to SmartLiving—the commercial giant SmartCentres’ wholly-owned residential brand. Standing at 48 and 56 storeys, two towers will boast 1100 residential suites overlooking the newly-planned SmartVMC Central Park. 

In a world that saw a growing need for community spaces, SmartLiving focuses on creative living around public squares, parks and green spaces that prioritize walkability and transit access. Combining the best of retail and residential planning, Park Place offers access to curated amenities like a fully-equipped fitness centre, a bike lab, an outdoor BBQ and more. Beyond that, masterplan features include convenient access to a state-of-the-art YMCA recreational facility, local daycares, the Vaughan Public Library and a newly planned nine-acre park and over 10,000 square feet of curated retail space. Located in one of the city’s fastest grown areas, here’s why Park Place Condos places residents squarely in the future.

Get There Faster

Located across from the SmartVMC regional bus station and only 450m west of Vaughan Metropolitan Centre TTC Subway station, residents have prime access to not only connections to Markham, Richmond Hill and Newmarket but also to the city’s downtown core, Toronto Pearson International Airport and multiple major intersections; with most commutes clocking in at under an hour. By car, residents are only minutes away from Highway 7 and the 400-series highways.

Bring the outside in

Another of the community’s key features is its focus on communal outdoor spaces for all residents to enjoy. As one of Canada’s fastest-growing communities for new families and young business professionals, the future nine-acre park will feature cycling trails, a sunken lawn for picnics, a children’s play zone and an off-leash dog park. Directly adjacent, Park Place will have breathtaking views overlooking SmartVMC’s Central Park, epitomizing the notion of Luxury by the Park.

Modern Design

Envisioned by Toronto-based Hariri Pontarini Architects, Park Place Condos are thoughtfully designed with luxury finishes for maximum comfort while keeping optimal skyline views and sunlight in mind. Ranging from 477 to 1100 square feet, units are available in one, two and three-bedroom varieties. 

Each unit features smooth finished nine-foot ceilings, bright floor-to-ceiling windows, modern kitchen finishes like single slab porcelain backsplash, a gorgeous island for extra counter space in select suites, black or brushed gold fixtures in the bathroom and spacious, family-friendly balconies perfect for entertaining.

Smart controls

The standout feature of this community is the smart controls throughout the community, allowing residents to stay connected in more ways than one. The best of the community is at your fingertips, from keyless entry for added security, smart thermostats inside suites, and a mobile app to book amenities like co-working spaces, outdoor kitchens, and party rooms. Common areas around the building also boast hi-speed WiFi access, so you can work and play no matter where within the community you happen to be.

Health-Focused Building

If the last few years have taught us anything, it’s the importance of building and curating healthier spaces and homes. At Park Place, residents can enjoy a secure, touch-free main entrance and suite access designed to reduce the spread of bacteria and viruses and enjoy amenities that promote a healthier lifestyle.

With three decades of experience under their belt, SmartLiving’s team of experts has worked to ensure the SmartVMC community brings work, play, and innovative design together in one place. 

SmartLiving Launching Newest Phase of SmartVMC: Park Place Condos

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Just east of Highway 400, a new cluster of towers is quickly rising as the SmartVMC neighbourhood takes shape, marking a more urban future for the city of Vaughan.  The new 100+ acre city centre is continuing to evolve with SmartLiving, SmartCentres REIT’s residential sub brand, launching sales for the next phase of SmartVMC, Park Place Condos. The two-tower development, named for its prime location overlooking SmartVMC’s 9-acre central park, is located at the northeast corner of Highway 7 and Commerce Street, and will rise to heights of 48 and 56 storeys with 1,100 residential units.

Rendering looking east toward Park Place, image courtesy of SmartLiving 

The gently curving towers are designed by award-winning firm Hariri Pontarini Architects and will create a new gateway to the SmartVMC community. The building also includes over 10,000 square feet of retail and a new public plaza at ground level.

Rendering of the plaza and retail at ground level, image courtesy of SmartLiving.

The towers join a bourgeoning SmartVMC community that has established itself as the urban heart of Vaughan. Park Place will be directly adjacent to the new 9-acre central park, designed by renowned landscape architects Claude Cormier + Associés, which is the centrepiece of the neighbourhood that will become a big backyard for all residents to enjoy. The first phase of the park begins construction later this year. Park Place also boasts excellent transit connectivity, as it is located directly adjacent to the Commerce Street stop on the Highway 7 BRT line, and is a short walk away from the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre TTC subway station and regional bus terminal. Within walking distance in the transit-oriented VMC community, there is also new office space, retail, and a brand new state-of-the-art YMCA that opened its doors to the public last week.

Rendering of Park Place from the VMC central park, image courtesy of SmartLiving.

SmartLiving considers Park Place to be their highest level of refined living in SmartVMC to date, offering elevated design and high-quality finishes in their residences. Condo units in the building come in a wide variety of sizes and configurations, ranging from 470 square feet to more than 1,100 square feet, and from one to three bedrooms. Residents can choose from different options for finishes and layouts to select the home that is right for them. Every unit comes with a balcony, floor-to-ceiling windows, smooth 9-foot ceilings, and windows in every bedroom.

Rendering of a condo unit at Park Place, image courtesy of SmartLiving.

The building also comes with a host of new amenities located on the second and third floors of the podium. These include a fitness area with yoga and wellness spaces and a cycle lab; a lounge and games room; and a large outdoor terrace, complete with landscaping, seating areas, and an outdoor cooking area. The building is also being designed as a smart building, with Wi-Fi available in all common areas, and features such as touch-free entry, smart thermostats, and app integration.

Rendering of the fitness room, image courtesy of SmartLiving.

The design of Park Place is also unique, with Hariri Pontarini Architects crafting both the exterior and interior design of the building. Fins wrap the podium of the towers, creating a linear motif that is carried through a trellis that wraps around the ground level plaza and up the towers themselves using fritted glass. The final result is a unique aesthetic that stands out among the SmartVMC skyline.

Close-up rendering of the exterior facade, image courtesy of SmartLiving.