The sky is the limit. That was our philosophy at Cielo – an approach to design and programming that prioritized the human experience and resulted in a community that not only accommodates, but actively fosters connection and a better way to live. And the possibilities have been limitless, not just for the community, but for its kudos.

Since launching last year, Collecdev and Cielo have been recognized by the industry’s top awards and associations. It’s with great pride that we announce the latest – 7 nominations for the 2022 BILD Awards, including 2 Pinnacle awards.

• Pinnacle Green Builder of the Year
• Pinnacle Best New Community, Planned/Under Development
• Best High-Rise Building Design
• Best Presentation Centre
• Best Innovative Suite Design
• Best Site Signage
• Best Salesperson or Team

From architecture to interior design, sales to signage, Cielo has made a lasting impression. Why?

To begin with, there’s the building’s striking architectural presence, a statement of refined modernism, poised above a 19th century landmark, high above Bloor Street West. Designed by the world-renowned architectural firm KPMB, Cielo seamlessly incorporates the neo-Gothic structure of Bloor Street United Church into its vertical elegance, ensuring the long-term sustainability of the neighbourhood institution.

Then of course, there are the design and lifestyle choices, things like thoughtful amenity programming that cultivates a real sense of community, and unparalleled suite features like Miele integrated appliances, custom designed vanity in a variety of colours, 95% of suites are designed with outdoor living areas that create the modern equivalent of the private backyard.

All of this is supported by sustainable building practices that underpin Collecdev’s core pillar of Environmental Stewardship. The nomination for Green Builder of the Year is a particularly significant accomplishment because Collecdev gives careful consideration and implementation of advanced building technologies and alternative energy sources to develop communities that ensure a better tomorrow. We understand the inherent impact of our communities on the natural and built environment. And with each new community we build, the proof of this philosophy is coming to light. That’s why we continue to champion excellence in innovation, and new sustainability technologies and practices that help move the industry forward and create healthier homes.

We extend our sincerest gratitude to everyone who has helped make Cielo such an incredible success.

Winners will be announced on June 21st at bildawards.com.

Cielo Condos is currently 95% sold. To learn more about this exciting community and about Collecdev’s full portfolio of inspiring, engaging communities, register today. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Come see the winning entries from our collaboration with the students at the Claude Watson Secondary Arts Program – Earl Haig

The wait is finally over! The brilliant artworks from Collecdev’s collaboration with Claude Watson Secondary Arts Program-Earl Haig campus (CWSAP-EH) are now live and in living colour on the Nørdic hoarding at 500 Wilson Avenue.

Come see the Scandinavian inspired pieces that include polygon animals, traditional red Scandinavian homes, Oslo art sculptures, the breathtaking Northern Lights and angel wings to snap your next Instagram photo. Every piece on the 500’ construction hoarding was inspired by iconic images of Scandinavia and voted on by our team, with a helping hand from our amazing Instagram followers.

An enormous thank you to all the talented grade 11 and 12 CWSA-Earl Haig visual arts students who participated in the contest. The enthusiastic response was confirmation of our commitment to social sustainability, a pillar that drives us to seek creative ways to celebrate art and build community.

“As a current artist and aspiring illustrator, I will undoubtedly come across scenarios where I will work with a client. This collaboration has allowed me to warm up to the concept of working commercially. It’s an opportunity of outreach, which is especially important during a time of isolation.” – Jeannette Oh, Grade 12 Visual Arts major

“This was a wonderful opportunity for our senior students to engage in their community as well as commercial art making. We place an emphasis on the applied arts as a part of our senior Claude Watson curriculum and working on this project really afforded us the application of key concepts discussed throughout the year.” – Nazy Sakhavarz, Program Director, CWSAP-Earl Haig

Participating artists each received a $100 gift card to a local art store, with a bonus $500 gift card for the grand prize. In addition, Collecdev will bestow a $1,500 scholarship to CWSAP-EH as a thank you for the collaboration.

“This amazing initiative with CWSAP- EH for Nørdic Condos was such a success that we were inspired to do it again. This partnership exemplifies one of our core beliefs – that art has the power to engage the public and enhance the built environment.” – Natascha Pieper, VP of Sales and Marketing, Collecdev.

Collecdev has collaborated in a second art initiative with the Visual Arts Department at Earl Haig, a design collaboration, inspired by blooming roses and romantic floral motifs, that will grace the lobby at our Westwood Gardens community. Stay tuned for more details. In the meantime, stop by and see the Scandinavian-inspired works on display, framing the site of the future condominium community and providing a beautiful backdrop for the next phase of development.

Nørdic Condos is currently sold out and under construction. In 2020 Nørdic Condos was the Project of the Year winner, recognized by the OHBA Awards of Distinction.

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The relationship between Bloor Street United Church and Collecdev has been built upon mutual respect and a shared vision for a stronger community. This month, that relationship reached another milestone with the ceremonial handover of the church.

Bloor Street United Church has been a cornerstone of the Annex for over 130 years. Now, through a historic collaboration with Collecdev, the site will soon transform into a thriving new community that is socially, economically, and environmentally sustainable, a community that will enrich the neighbourhood and allow BSUC to continue its great work for the next 100+ years.

On March 23rd, members of the BSUC congregation and members of Collecdev met at the Cielo Presentation Centre to mark the next stage of development. The event included an opening prayer, remarks from both groups, a look ahead at construction and a lively meet-and-greet, a particularly convivial momentthat marked the first time many participants had been face-to-face in over two years, due to the global pandemic.

Honouring both the significance of the event and the spirit of our commitment to social sustainability and public art, Collecdev presented the church with a special edition print of the hand-sketched illustration of Cielo by local artist, “Pen to Papier.” Members of the Design Advisory Committee signed the print, leaving a physical symbol of their lasting impact on the project, a symbol that will be on permanent display once the redevelopment is complete.

The culmination of the event was the symbolic handover of the key from BSUC to Collecdev, a gesture signifying how the church has entrusted the site to our team, confident that we will shepherd it into a new era of prosperity and community. 20 smaller commemorative keys were handed out to the BSUC Trustees, Chair of Council, the Redevelopment Steering Committee and the Relocation Task Group, all of whom have played an integral role in the development, stewarding the entire process on behalf of the church.

The afternoonmarked a significant milestone for everyone in attendance, a symbol not only of the years of hard work and dedication that have led up to this point, but of the generations of inclusiveness, belonging and community that Cielo will come to signify when it is complete.

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