Jumping forward to the present, the new development has had a profound impact on the intersection. A backdrop of new condominium towers and an obvious increase in traffic help to bolster the big-city vibes seen in the "now" photo versus the "then" photo.
In another comparison between 2007 and 2014, we examine the Shangri-La's southern frontage and heritage portion on Adelaide Street West. Back in 2007, the view north from Adelaide west of University was marred by surface parking and the slowly-rotting Bishop's Block.
In 2014, things are much different. Bishop's Block has been carefully disassembled and beautifully rebuilt, and the tower's podium occupies the space where cars once parked. The only vehicle traffic that you can see on the surface of the site today moves through an elegant porte-cochère.
We will return next week with another look at the changing face of Toronto!
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