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Post #203 Unknown date Unknown Author	the42 42 Bridgeport Road, Uptown Waterloo www.the42.ca Main Floor Businesses Sun Life Financial Momentum Developments Hairdresser
Post #204 12-30-2009 04:33 PM UrbanWaterloo Moderator Kitchener-Waterloo Joined Dec 2009 4165 posts cc LRT Letters to letters@wonderfulwaterloo.com	the BUILDING Contributions from many disciplines have realized the42: An ethos borne of smart design and eco-friendly construction methods that supersede any trend. A building built for the living. Human friendly, the42 was conceived from the inside out, with no detail left unturned. Available fully integrated communication technologies living within the walls. Every human scale space is composed of the smartest in current low VOC and renewable materials. The42 is about balance: Your balance, a balance of work and play, of form following function. Life is to be lived, and the42 frees you up for just that. Your home should be a destination: A place to relax and unwind. Living at the42 you¹re unencumbered. Free of maintenance, you are free to indulge in your lifestyle. It’s about delivering what you need and what you want, and nothing more. the DISTRICT The 42 is steps away from culturally rich Uptown Waterloo. Enjoy dining from fine to casual, from domestic to international cuisine, impromptu or reserved. After dinner take in a Waterloo Stage Theater play, an art house movie at The Vintage Princess theatre or go fully digital at the intellectually inspired Princess Twins. Grab an Italian Gelato, a sweet Bon Choix, or a nightcap at The Jane Bond. Pick up a flick at Gen-X Video, grab some market fresh produce and escape to your oasis in the42. Life in Uptown Waterloo becomes animated with seasonal festivals such as Buskerfest, The Jazz Festival and Oktoberfest. Enjoy some retail therapy at some of the finest shops the Region has to offer. All of this only steps from your door. ECO CHIC It's not trite, it's not a fad, you're investing in your health, our next generation's health and the earth's stewardship. Pretty big words from a small condominium project. A work in progress, the42 is at every turn making an effort to ensure that your condominium finds a balance between eco friendly, renewable and human friendly materials. Specify vanities and stair treads sourced from reclaimed urban forest. Select from low VOC renewable flooring such as cork or bamboo and zero VOC paint finishes. Enjoy the common area terrace garden. Located on the second level, this outdoor garden and green roof minimize the site's heat island footprint. The garden provides building insulation reducing heating and cooling costs while consuming CO2 and on top of that delivers a private landscaped aesthetic to owners. It's your home oasis and a welcome retreat from industrialized toxins, making the best decisions with what's currently available, the42 is built for everyone. Sustainability and ecological responsibility are inherent in the structure of the building, and in each suite: The Building Provides: On-site Car Share to reduce parking load and CO2 emissions Green roof to reduce heat island effect and water runoff Separate recycling chute for residents On-site water filtration system Energy and material efficient central heating and cooling systems Energy efficient windows and doors Energy efficient lighting Reclamation of unused recyclable building site material Each Suite Provides: Energy Star appliances Low impact materials such as cork, bamboo or polished concrete flooring Recycled content where possible Low VOC paints and finishes Low water consumption faucets Dual flush toilets Making the best decisions with what's currently available, the42 is built for everyone. the STORY Uptown Waterloo's "the42" is the first in a planned series of artfully designed Momentum Developments projects that will deliver differentiated properties as unique as those who inhabit them. The42 is the result of design collaboration between Momentum Developments, Quadrangle Architects and local design firm Scribblers' Club. Based in Waterloo, Ontario, Momentum Developments is a premier commercial and residential real estate development company with specialization in quality institutional grade projects. Momentum Development's diverse management backgrounds cumulatively provide a distinct and thoughtful vision for each new project. A developer with 10 years of construction and contract management experience, Momentum Development's team consistently delivers completed projects to its residents on time. The architect, Quadrangle is an award winning Toronto firm with an extensive portfolio including spectacular projects such as BMW's Head office, The Candy Factory Lofts, The CHUM Building, and CityGate Condominiums. Quadrangle approaches each project as more than a building, "it is a cultural imprint for better living and better working, and genuinely enhances its urban environment." Blending homage to historical trends in architecture with the youthful and hip personality of Uptown Waterloo, the42 makes an impact. Locally, many are familiar with Uptown Waterloo's Whole-lotta-Gelata, a top-down invention where the Scribblers' Club team designed and managed everything from floor to ceiling. Every attention to detail mimics the colorful whimsy and joy found in a demitasse of gelato. Momentum Developments has engaged Scribblers' Club's expertise in creating emotive spaces for the42 interiors. the PRESENTATION CENTER We will be offering a limited release of residential units. The sales office and model suite (Presentation Center) will be located at: 55 Peppler St. Waterloo, Ontario The Presentation Center - Opening April 2008 FEATURES & FINISHES the SUITE Ceiling height of 10' Full height double glazed windows Double glazed sliding door(s) with screen as per plan Choice of polished concrete or laminate wood flooring Balcony or Terrace as per plan with exterior lighting and glass railing Oversize 3' x 7' wood solid core entry door with lever handle and deadbolt Fully installed stacked washer and dryer vented to exterior Low VOC latex paint finishes the KITCHEN Open concept kitchen layouts with islands or peninsulas as per plan Choice of designer cabinetry from samples Choice of granite countertops from samples Fully installed premium Energy Star appliance package including: 18 cu.ft. frost free fridge, 30” range, built-in microwave hood fan, and multi-cycle built-in dishwasher Double bowl stainless steel sink Single handle faucet with pull-out sprayer Ceramic tile backsplash from builders samples the BATHROOM Ceramic tiles from builders samples for floors Ceramic tiles from builders samples installed for tub/showers and walk-in showers as per plan 5' soaker tub or walk-in shower as per plan Wide selection of bathroom cabinetry Granite countertop from builders samples White porcelain raised vessel sink with single lever faucet Pressure balanced tub/shower faucet White dual flush toilet Bathroom fan vented to exterior the TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS In-suite controlled, programmable thermostat controls for heating and cooling Telephone jacks with category 5e wire in kitchen, living room, den and bedrooms as per plan Cable TV outlets in kitchen, living room, den and bedrooms as per plan Smoke and heat detector BUILDING AMENITIES Entertainment room complete with cater kitchen Landscaped BBQ terrace Green roof to reduce heat island effect and water runoff Fitness Room Secure underground parking On-site Car Share to reduce parking load and CO2 emissions Car wash area Secure underground bicycle parking\on-site Separate recycling chute for residents On floor storage lockers Energy and material efficient central heating and cooling systems Energy efficient windows and doors Energy efficient lighting Reclamation of unused recyclable building site material Enter phone security system Their ads: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?ai...&id=7780366938 __ __ _
Post #453 01-08-2010 12:42 PM UrbanWaterloo Moderator Kitchener-Waterloo Joined Dec 2009 4165 posts cc LRT Letters to letters@wonderfulwaterloo.com	Another development that will take some time to sort. For now here's December 2009. December 5, 2009 December 27, 2009
Post #458 01-08-2010 05:19 PM jay City Member Bauer Lofts, Waterloo Joined Dec 2009 664 posts	I like this project...Any news on any of the retail yet?
Post #598 01-12-2010 09:47 AM diego Town Member Joined Jan 2010 125 posts	Also does anyone know how many retail units will be available?
Post #599 01-12-2010 03:32 PM UrbanWaterloo Moderator Kitchener-Waterloo Joined Dec 2009 4165 posts cc LRT Letters to letters@wonderfulwaterloo.com	On mobile atm, but iirc it's 6. Also, i'll attach the latest newsletter tonight.
Post #631 01-13-2010 12:19 AM UrbanWaterloo Moderator Kitchener-Waterloo Joined Dec 2009 4165 posts cc LRT Letters to letters@wonderfulwaterloo.com	Sorry, we'll have to wait one more day for the newsletters (need to get them e-mailed). For now here's the original prices. April 2008
Post #671 01-13-2010 11:36 PM UrbanWaterloo Moderator Kitchener-Waterloo Joined Dec 2009 4165 posts cc LRT Letters to letters@wonderfulwaterloo.com	Newsletter - October 2008 Newsletter - November 2008 Newsletter - December 2008 Newsletter - January 2009 Newsletter - February 2009 Newsletter - March 2009 Newsletter - May 2009 Newsletter - August 2009 Newsletter - September 2009 Newsletter - October 2009 Newsletter - November 2009 Newsletter - December 2009
Post #679 01-14-2010 08:24 AM jay City Member Bauer Lofts, Waterloo Joined Dec 2009 664 posts	So they haven't said what retail will be going in?
Post #682 01-14-2010 09:23 AM UrbanWaterloo Moderator Kitchener-Waterloo Joined Dec 2009 4165 posts cc LRT Letters to letters@wonderfulwaterloo.com	No word yet from the builder. Next time we go for a meeting with them (layout adjustments) i'll ask; at least to see if there are any leads.
Post #1015 01-23-2010 04:40 PM jay City Member Bauer Lofts, Waterloo Joined Dec 2009 664 posts	that pivoting wall mount is cool I really like this project.. The design is really cool and I like the ideas and options they are doing. Only thing I don't like as much is the location. A little further south would have been nice.
Post #1018 01-23-2010 05:14 PM Spokes Metropolis Member Kitchener Joined Dec 2009 4707 posts	Originally Posted by Bauer123 that pivoting wall mount is cool I really like this project.. The design is really cool and I like the ideas and options they are doing. Only thing I don't like as much is the location. A little further south would have been nice. Where did you have in mind?
Post #1020 01-23-2010 05:43 PM jay City Member Bauer Lofts, Waterloo Joined Dec 2009 664 posts	No place in particular.. Just saying if it was on king somewhere it would be a lot better. Even along regina street there is some areas before the city buildings that could be converted to condos. Then at least you would be right by the Town square. Bridgeport has the benefit of all the pubs. Since they put coffee culture in that helps also. It's a catch 22, if your by the shops all the pubs are down the street where if your by the pubs all the shopping is down the street.
Post #1032 01-24-2010 08:35 AM Spokes Metropolis Member Kitchener Joined Dec 2009 4707 posts	Ya thats true. I don't think its a major issue. Uptown isn't huge, so you're still a fairly short walk to anything. Would I like to see developments like this in more prominent locations? Yes. Am I upset about this location? No.
Post #1342 01-29-2010 09:23 AM diego Town Member Joined Jan 2010 125 posts	I'm not sure how necessary it is to have absolutely all the newsletters in this thread... when I see there are new posts I expect the latest just to see it's year-old news instead
Post #1350 01-29-2010 01:10 PM Spokes Metropolis Member Kitchener Joined Dec 2009 4707 posts	Now I can't speak for UrbanWaterloo, but what I think he's trying to do is just get all the back information posted and up to date, so that we have almost an "archives" of information to use as a resource.
Post #1361 01-29-2010 05:44 PM UrbanWaterloo Moderator Kitchener-Waterloo Joined Dec 2009 4165 posts cc LRT Letters to letters@wonderfulwaterloo.com	I understand what you're saying diego & that's eventually how this thread will function. As spokes mentioned, I'm just trying to do an archive of this project as well, and all projects for that matter. One of my goals of WW is for it to function as a sort of digital time-capsule for future historians. I could have just said "Project was delayed by a year"; but I imagine some would like to see all the details/process too. That said: I'll finish up with the remaining newsletters I have (a few months are either missing or likely the builder never created them due to delays); try to do a photo tour in the next few days & then do a full photo timeline of this project; then reorganize all the information in chronological order so afterwards the thread does function as "the latest".
Post #1601 02-03-2010 12:13 PM Section ThirtyOne Food & Retail Moderator Waterloo, ON Joined Feb 2010 320 posts	FYI, as of yesterday there are 2 penthouses left: unit T and unit U. Both are quite spendy given their size and 2-floor layout. As for suites, there are 3 of those left: unit H3, unit I1 and unit J3. I was kind of turned off by the fact that the unit sizes include the square footage of the balcony. It makes the units seem much larger (on paper) than they actually are.
Post #1643 02-03-2010 04:47 PM diego Town Member Joined Jan 2010 125 posts	Originally Posted by Section ThirtyOne FYI, as of yesterday there are 2 penthouses left: unit T and unit U. Both are quite spendy given their size and 2-floor layout. As for suites, there are 3 of those left: unit H3, unit I1 and unit J3. I was kind of turned off by the fact that the unit sizes include the square footage of the balcony. It makes the units seem much larger (on paper) than they actually are. Prices?
Post #1674 02-04-2010 01:52 AM UrbanWaterloo Moderator Kitchener-Waterloo Joined Dec 2009 4165 posts cc LRT Letters to letters@wonderfulwaterloo.com	Facebook Photos: Construction Update Jan 2010 Posted January 11, 2010 @ 8:29pm Construction of the42 continues to roll along smoothly into 2010. The parking garage is nearing completion, and the 1st storey floors are currently being poured. It won't be long now before the building starts to rise above the hoarding! View of the42 from the crane - Jan 2010 Northern view of the Uptown from the crane at the42 Southern view of the Uptown from the crane at the42 Ground floor to be poured in January 2010 Ramp to the underground garage Preparing to pour the ground floor Jan 2010 North side of the site January 2010 South side of the site January 2010