Design is fragile, but it is the most important element in a liveable community, says the driving force behind The Uplands in Courtice

The new President and CEO of BILD

Diamate Development Corporation is well known for building innovatively designed condominiums with more than a touch of luxury. It’s part of the focus of the founding partners, Julie Di Lorenzo and Paolo Palamara. The Diamante hallmark has always been superior building quality, unique living spaces and extraordinary value.

Don’t let the affable manner and big smile fool you; Darren Steedman takes his role as chair of the board of directors at the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) very seriously.

The CEO of Losani Homes has a passion for making the world a better place. By the time Fred Losani had finished talking about his life’s passions, there was very little time to discuss the latest projects in his company’s portfolio.

For more than 30 years, Dunpar has been building high-end townhomes that are characterized by quality engineering, craftsmanship and timeless design.

Don’t let Barbara Lawlor’s calm exterior fool you; she thrives on the competitive nature of selling real estate, especially in the GTA’s hyper-driven market.

The founder of Shyamora Luxury Homes and Diam Developments started his life in Canada delivering pizza.

Flato Developments’ president has perfected the art of the condo. Everybody has a story to tell — some are pretty interesting — and Shakir Rehmatullah has one that spans three countries and two continents, and all before he was 20.

It’s full circle as the president of the Lash Group redevelops an area where his father built rental stock in the 1950s. Larry Blankenstein is a trendsetter who walks where others fear to tread.