The City on the Grand Stage.

Something INCREDIBLE is coming to Barrie. Something the city’s never seen before that will elevate the lifestyle of not only its residents, but the surrounding community. A monumental first, standing tallest in Barrie, it’s a home that nods to the future of a city on the rise. A place that offers urban living, urban amenities and the best of Canadian outdoor living. Steps to the lake, and with direct access to Toronto, it’s time to discover a new Barrie - a more modern and connected Barrie and a city where the stage has been set.

Designed with Barrie's future in mind, Début was conceived with a central idea: how to continue transforming the city into an incredibly dynamic environment. One that fuses together hotel-inspired urban luxury with outdoor living that's distinctly Canadian. Début was designed to be the catalyst of that change.

Début will be the conduit of the emerging community that's going to be the central hub of downtown Barrie. It's not simply a residence; it's an all-season destination with its own true character.

Far From Ordinary. Close to Everything.

Début is not just a residence, it's your connection to urban living, to nature and everything in between. It features modern, urban ground-level retail on all sides of the building, connected by a pedestrian-friendly shopping arcade that opens up to a farmers' market and marina, just steps away. Live with ease knowing public transit, ski resorts, hiking trails, beaches and the finest city luxuries are all within reach. Discover the joy of living in a true community, and all that comes with it. Steps from hundreds of shops and restaurants, this is elevated urban living in one of Ontario’s most picturesque and fastest growing cities.

6.7 KM OF WATERFRONT TRAIL (OUTSIDE YOUR DOOR)

100+ RESTAURANTS (ALL AROUND YOU)

40+ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT VENUES (A SHORT DRIVE AWAY)

300 HECTARES OF PARKLAND

101K NEW JOBS EXPECTED OVER THE NEXT DECADE

$100M INVESTED INTO THE WATERFRONT REVITALIZATION

$1B IN INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS BY ALL LEVELS OF GOVERNMENT OVER THE NEXT DECADE

$43M IN TRANSIT INVESTMENT FROM THE PROVINCIAL AND FEDERAL GOVERNMENTS

Design.

Every element of Début was designed to enhance our residents’ living experience through innovative design. From big picture ideas, like an architectural twist and feat in engineering that allows 87% of suites to take in a view of the water, to the finer details, such as kitchen or bathroom storage solutions and home fitness features that maximize your quality of life. A smartphone-operated convenience and security system for residents and visitors allows admittance to suites for services like cleaning, laundry, etc. from the separate guest/visitor lobby, making your daily life as seamless as possible.

Creative Functionality.

We’ve taken the time to maximize every square inch of your space, so no area is left without purpose, or design consideration. Standard suite kitchens feature multi-functional islands and drawer units on castors that can be positioned in various configurations as desired according to use. Configurations include breakfast, meal preparation, dining, party, and work modes. Most bathrooms include their own illuminated mirrors, while each master bath is well equipped with convenient storage and display shelving, as well as a mirrored medicine cabinet with integrated LED lighting.

Features and Finishes.

Amenities.

You’ve heard of hotel-inspired amenities. But here, at Début, you’ll discover a host of facilities and retail services that would make most hotels jealous. With an entire 7th floor dedicated to a world-class amenity space you’ll experience an outdoor infinity plunge pool with views of the lake, a rejuvenating fitness centre fit for daily use, an intimate fire-pit lounge, as well as resources like a boardroom business centre, entertaining spaces including indoor and outdoor dining rooms, and much more. With a grand central lobby that also serves as a multi-level meeting space, all just an elevator ride away from your suite, Début boasts an amenity offering that’s second to none.

Cast & Crew.