Queen Street West is alive with activity. From new restaurant and gallery openings to exciting new shops at every turn, it’s no wonder this neighbourhood is seen one of the hottest places to live in Toronto.

Enter the Bohemian Embassy – built by the awardwinning Baywood Homes, this condominium is set amidst the authentic and edgy Queen Street West strip. Under construction and slated for occupancy in early 2010, the Bohemian Embassy offers stylish digs at the corner of Queen and Gladstone and just steps from the iconic Drake Hotel. With a 19-storey tower offering city and lake views and a more intimate, 8-storey building fronting Queen Street, the Bohemian Embassy blends the neighbourhood’s historic feel with modern brick and glass – creating a timeless exterior. The two buildings and architecturally charming townhomes, are all designed by award-winning architects Page & Steele. To add an element of eclectic sophistication, Baywood turned to the infamous interior design firm II BY IV Design Associates Inc. From the outside in, the Bohemian is your canvas for creating a truly unique living space. “What we are creating is something quite out of the ordinary,” says Erin Millar, Marketing Manager for Baywood Homes. “The concept is to capture the spirit of a lifestyle that perfectly suits the carefree individuality of Queen Street West.”

Following the success of the first phase at the Bohemian Embassy, Baywood Homes recently launched Phase 2 which included a limited release of penthouses and townhomes. This new release features larger units with oversized terraces, perfect for those who have made the climb and want to keepmoving higher. “The Bohemian Embassy, as the name suggests, is a project which links the past with the future. It is integrated with the community, yet part of exciting transformations that are taking place in this area,” says Millar.

Suites in both phases start from the mid-$200’s and range in size from 645 sq. ft. up to a spacious 1,430 sq. ft. Talk about designed for living. No shoebox condos here, just spacious layouts and sprawling terraces up to 454 sq. ft. Imagine, a terrace as big as many of the condos on the market today. Outside of the beautiful suites in both phases, purchasers can take advantage of a state-of-the-art fitness centre, spacious party room, rooftop lounge with fireplace and barbecues, rear courtyard, on-site Autoshare, underground parking and the security of a 24-hour concierge service. A landscaped courtyard, lush with greenery connects the structures, tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Queen Street but visible as a quiet oasis through the arched gateway. The courtyard will feature formal and more casual planting with seating areas throughout.

The beautifully landscaped courtyard is just the beginning of the pleasures that lie within. There is a men’s and women’s fitness centre and a multi-media lounge, perfect for entertaining guests. But there is also the unexpected such as the Bohemian Sky Lounge with its upbeat outdoor patio. A great place to barbecue, sit around the fireplace, take the sun or entertain friends and relatives.

Step outside the lobby doors and the streetcar is at your door – convenience has never been closer! “The Bohemian Embassy is leading the way in terms of location and design,” adds Millar. “Think Distillery or Liberty Village 10 years ago and that is what we’ve got – an area on the verge of great change.”

With finishes like stainless steel appliances and quartzstone countertops, the suites are designed with modern luxury in mind. Come in and see for yourself, take a stroll through our brand new, 930-sq.-ft. model suite and get a true sense of what life could be like “out West.” With finishes from artistic neighbours, the model suite is sure to inspire. The Bohemian Embassy presentation centre is located at 1093 Queen St. W. at the corner of Queen and Dovercourt. For more information, call 416-516-1212 or register online at www.bohemianembassy.ca.