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14 · NEW HOMES, May 12, 2006 Allan Roshko N EW HOMES MANAGER (905)632-4444 ext. 233 aroshko@burlingtonpost.com Wendy Oleszkowicz REAL ESTATE MANAGER Hamilton's April housing starts spring b a ck to life TORONTO, May 08, 2 0 0 6 - Warmer than usual weather helped to push up housing starts during April in the H am ilton Census M etropolitan Area (CMA) according to preliminary figures released today by the Canada Mortgage & Housing Corporation. Total housing starts rose by nearly two per cent to- 293 homes from the same m onth a year earlier. Single-detached home starts jum ped by over 16 per cent to reach 158 units. "Though mortgage rates have slowly started to rise, they are still low and appear to have had little effect on damp ening home buying activity in April", says Dana Sena£ama, CMHC Market Analyst. "The strong growth in detached homes starts in April is indicative of home buy ing demand from Torontonians looking to escape Toronto' s high house prices," adds Senagama. Housing starts so far this year are at 838 units - 13 per cent above that record ed for the same time period a year earlier. The multiple-family dwelling category is showing strength, with starts up by 35 per cent at 393 units. (905)632-4444 ext. 228 wendyo@burlingtonpost.com Heather O'Neill ADVERTISING & MARKETING CONSULTANT (905)632-4444 ext. 256 honelll@burlingtonpost.com Suzanne Trickey ADVERTISING & MARKETING CONSULTANT (905)845-3824 ext. 242 strickey@oakvillebeaver.com Marijana Prica SPECIAL FEATURES EDITOR (905)632-4444 ext. 300 mprica@haltonsearch.com Sue Grzeskowiak PRODUCTION DESIGN April Housing Starts Strong Burlington Post 5 0 4 0 M a in w a y , B u rlin g to n , O n t. L7L 7G 5 w w w .h a lto n s e a r c h .c o m F a x :(9 0 5 )6 3 2 -1 1 2 1 600 - < 500 | I | 2004 02005 i « 400 1 [l | | Q2006 DEADLINES BOOKINGS: Tuesday 5 pm prior to publication DISCS: Wednesday 10 am P ortfolio o fN e w H om es a n d its advertisers are n o t responsiblefor errors m ade in advertisem ents or e d ito ria l A ll prices are correct a t press tim e, however, du e to th e lea d tim e required to p u b lish P ortfolio c f N ew H om es, prices a n d other conditions m ay have changed Please note prices a n d conditions are subject to change w ith o u t hotice. m Jan Source: CMHC m Feb M ar Apr M ay 1.1111 i i Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov D ec A d u l t L ifesty le C o m m u n it y I n B ea m sv ille Now is the perfect time to plan your outdoor living space (NC)--With spring officially here and the hot days of summer just around the comer, now is the perfect time to start planning your outdoor space. In recent years, the backyard has become an extension of our homes with homeowners looking to create a coordinated, stylish and functional space to enjoy time with family and friends. Many outdoor rooms include items such as patio furniture and* matching gazebos, patio lights and outdoor lamps, outdoor rugs, fountains, lawn decor and barbecues. Getting started and finding a look that is right for you can be overwhelming, but the . backyard team at Canadian Tire has devel oped an easy system to help Canadians turn their backyard into an outdoor room. Simply decide on a theme - Casual, Classic, Cosmopolitan or Exotic - and choose items that fit within that theme. Classic. This timeless style is great for those looking to add some comfort and elegance to their backyard. Accessories with warmer met als and a palette of muted creams, taupes, and sages create a traditional feel that will stay rel evant for many years to come. Coordinated patio sets, such as the Brownstone Patio Collection at Canadian Tire, make getting started easy To accessorize, look for animalthemed planters and statues that can finish off the look. Casual. Bring the cottage to your doorstep with a relaxed seaside theme. Choose a palette of sun-bleacfied sands, whites, blues, and greens, to sooth your soul. Look for fun gar den accessories like planters in the shape of shorts or sandal wind chimes to create this comfortable look. Light patio furniture, in blue and white, will keep the space light and airy and complete the beach look. Exotic. Create your own backyard oasis. Inspired by the exotic resort regions of the world, the exotic theme combines natural woods, an earthly palette and a passion for the outdoors and is die perfect mix of fashion and relaxation. To create this look, choose garden accessories finished in metals and unique pieces, such as an outdoor water wall, to achieve an exotic feel right at home. Patio fur niture that resembles indoor furniture, such as sofas and arm chairs with light coloured cush ions and dark frames work best. Cosmopolitan. Creating a wonderful upscale design for those who enjoy a more contemporary flare doesn't have to be expen sive. Well-designed cool metals paired with elements of glass and tile help to make a strong statement in your backyard. Complement your space with smokey greys, reds and blacks. Aluminum bistro sets and patio furniture with clean lines will give your backyard a contemporary, clean feel. Look for a stainless steel barbecue, such as the Centro Grill Cart, to finish off the look. phelpshomes.com $10,000 Upgrade package on limited models* · 60 Day occupancy · F R E E High Speed Internet & Cable* · 9' ceilings ` SEE SALES REP FOR DETAILS SALES CENTRE HOURS: TUESDAY-FRIDAY 1-5, SATURDAY & SUN D AY 1 2 -4 F O RM O R EIN F O R M A T IO N CALL: 905-563-0927 MODEL HOMES OPEN SOUTH S E R V IC E RD. HWY. 8/KING ST.