Monday, July 22, 2024
There’s something about summer. Long days and warm nights. Patios, parks, and impromptu picnics with friends. Less hibernating, more socializing. Just more fun. And, of course, more heat. While most Canadians embrace the warmer temperatures and the increase in vitamin D, there is definitely a strong preference for rooftops, swimming pools, and air conditioning – any way to enjoy the season and beat the heat. Luckily, every Shiplake community is carefully designed to maximize opportunities to celebrate summer in complete comfort, helping you keep your cool, while temperatures rise. Here are 5 great ways to stay chill this summer with Shiplake.
Fire up the grill on the rooftop.
If there’s a culinary trend that defines Canadian summer, it’s the barbeque. No matter your favourite summertime bite, if you’re a meat-lover or a die-hard vegan, whether you prefer your steak rare, your hot dog bunless, or your pineapple caramelized and lightly grilled (yes, it’s a thing, try it), the mighty barbeque is the symbol of summer in the Great White North. Shiplake residents will discover amazingly-equipped rooftop BBQ areas at several communities, where city views, sunshine, and grilled goodies are all just an elevator-ride away.
Available at: Lillian Park, Balliol Park, Tippett Park
Go for a swim.
When the days start to swelter and not even air conditioning is making a dent in your discomfort, put on your suit (bathing suit, that is) and go for a swim. Balliol Park features an inviting indoor pool, and Lillian Park’s Lilypad features three! Hop from one to another and back again for a welcome, full-body cool down.
For days when you want the sweet relief of immersing yourself in a refreshing pool of water, but you don’t want to sacrifice time in the sun, at Balliol Park you’ll find the answer in the incredible outdoor rooftop pool. With a backdrop of city views, South Beach-style cabanas, a slate tile deck, comfortable outdoor couches, and the cerulean hue of the pool, you’ll feel like you’re on a five-star vacation, in the heart of midtown.
Available at: Balliol Park, Lillian Park
Enjoy some shade under a leafy canopy.
Shiplake communities go beyond the buildings to encompass beautiful outdoor space that keeps residents grounded and connected to nature. In the summer, those parks, courtyards, and green spaces are the perfect spot to find some shade, grab a book, and while away an afternoon. From the multi-level outdoor park at Lillian Park, to the outdoor public art installation at Balliol Park, inspiration is everywhere.
Available at: Lillian Park, Balliol Park (outdoor art), Tippett Park
Break a sweat in the fitness centre.
It may seem counterintuitive, but sometimes the best way to beat the heat is to break a sweat. Lean into a full-body detox with a heart-pounding workout in one of the fully-equipped fitness studios that can be found in every Shiplake community. With an impressive array of treadmills, ellipticals, bikes, free weights, and strength-training equipment, there are plenty of ways to challenge yourself, from warm-up to cool-down.
Available at: Lillian Park, Balliol Park, Tippett Park, The Torontonian
Turn down the lights (and the heat) for a show.
When the mercury rises and all else fails, enjoy the time-honoured tradition of escaping to the arctic temperatures of an air-conditioned cinema, but this time without ever leaving home. At Lillian Park, Balliol Park, and The Torontonian, residents will discover a theatre room and screening room that make the perfect place for a cool showing on the big (up to 110-inch!) screen.
Available at: Lillian Park, Balliol Park, The Torontonian
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