Toronto Core Condos | 84.12m | 24s | CentreCourt | P + S / IBI

[modernizt]

The idea of two different volumes (dark and light) wrapping around a core could have been really interesting and more successful with punched-out windows; something with exterior fenestration like 60 Richmond E. Unfortunately, we got a ton of window wall and spandrel once again.

There are projects where extensive curtainwall glazing (or in reality, window wall) really fits the parti/central concept of the design. But there are times when the building begs for something different, and I think this is one of those cases.

 

[Miscreant]

Yeah, it's not great. There's no doubt. But have you guys had a chance to see it in person? I think that the attempt at a more unique design forgives it a bit, as it does pop out and catch your eye, and at least creates a moment of visual interest.

 

[stjames2queenwest]

I walk by it regularly.
Sadly I do not think it's better in person. Maybe it will turn around I just hate that warm grey spandrel. Combined with cool grey spandrel. Like why not black and white?

The angular form does work in its favour and I appreciate that.

 

[Edward Skira]

I like it perhaps because it is quite different from pretty much everything we are getting these days.

 

[A Torontonian Now]

Yeah, it's not a great building, but it's one of the better ones with such extensive use of spandrel.

I'm definitely with @Miscreant in liking it better in person. It's certainly not photogenic.

 

[TheKingEast]

 

[G.L.17]

Taken this past week:

 

[Benito]

Today.

 

[torplanner]

I like that they notched the corners to allow for more light into the two adjacent buildings. Something I wish 81 Mutual Street would implement.

 

[PMT]

Yesterday:

 

[Edward Skira]

From yesterday.

 

[G.L.17]

Friday evening:

 

[Jacob Laponointe]

Construction elevators were removed this morning.

 

[someMidTowner]

November 16:

 

[ssiguy2]

I quite like this.