AMHERSTBURG, Ontario, March 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Bob-Lo Island, A Marina Resort Community developed by Amico Properties, has reached the pinnacle of achievement in the Canadian residential construction industry by winning the Grand SAM Award at the Canadian Home Builders' Association (CHBA) Annual National Conference held in Charlevoix, Quebec on February 24th. The Grand SAM Award is the ultimate award given out to a developer member for the best design and marketing of a project in all of Canada. The project must demonstrate excellence in both the building and marketing of a single project. According to Dave Benbow, president of CHBA, becoming a finalist and winning a SAM award is a real honor and distinction. "It really doesn't get much better for a builder or developer than to be recognized by your business colleagues," remarked Benbow. "With a record number of entries from across Canada to choose from, the judges had their hands full. The competition was fierce and finalists certainly can be proud of their efforts." Bob-Lo Island, a 272-acre marina resort community nestled in the Detroit River and the gateway to Lake Erie, is part of the quaint historical village of Amherstburg, Canada. For over 100 years, Bob-Lo was a famous regional amusement park, a favorite family entertainment venue for residents from both the Ontario and Detroit regions. Today, the island has been converted into a luxury marina resort community offering a mix of residential products and resort amenities for both primary and second home residents. Designed by award-winning Alexander V. Bogaerts & Associates, home options include mid-rise waterfront condominiums, townhomes, detached single-family homes and bungalows with prices starting at $275,000 (U.S.). Custom waterfront lots are also available and will be released this spring. Visit www.bobloisland.ca, or call 877.222.2126 for more information. President and CEO of Amico Properties, Dominic Amicone says, "Having the title of Developer/Development of the Year bestowed upon us and being selected as a finalist in six categories states volumes to the unique attributes of Bob-Lo Island. The efforts and results of the 'dream team' we established to make this community one of the best residential and second home resort communities in North America is now validated. It is this commitment to excellence that will prevail at Bob-Lo Island throughout the life of the project." Bob-Lo also won Best Brochure/Kit that includes a beautiful community history piece and a brochure describing the spectacular residents and island amenities. Bob-Lo was a finalist in more categories than any other development. The $500,000,000 marina resort island's master plan was a cooperative effort between Amico Properties and JJR of Ann Arbor, Michigan. JJR is renowned for designing top resorts and marina communities throughout the United States. Another invaluable team member, G.Ryan Design, is an international leader and innovator in the field of real estate marketing, luxury recreational marketing, advertising, graphic and environmental design. Amenities and future plans of Bob-Lo Island include parks, an athletic/fitness club, Yacht Club, 500 state-of-the-art boat slips, croquet and putting greens, swimming pools, skating rink, game rooms, bike and walking paths, white sand beaches, an indoor/outdoor waterpark, resort hotel with a full-service spa and a retail village featuring eclectic boutique stores and restaurants. This island represents a year-round paradise. Known for its majestic beauty and serenity, Amico Properties have taken meticulous steps to preserve and enhance the island's varied natural habitat, creating an uncommon bond of humans and wildlife. Amico Properties is a leading commercial and residential resort developer based in Oldcastle, Ontario, Canada with projects across the country. Amico Properties is owned by Triamico, a leading international developer of premier communities and retail commercial projects. Since 1987, Triamico has excelled in tailoring products to reflect lifestyle trends, including affordable homes, resort properties and fully integrated retirement communities. The company is experienced in all facets of site infrastructure, planning and engineering and construction. Each year, Triamico's economic impact to the local community is in excess of $250 million.
