It's probably 91… but we are getting updated architectural plans tomorrow, so no jumping the gun before that.
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Toronto One Bloor West | 308.6m | 85s | Tridel | Foster + Partners
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UtakataNoAnnex
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The art gallery/observation deck is a nice big win though. One doesn't need a budget of a small European country to just enjoy the view here now. <3
Parkdalian
Senior Member
So it looks like that protection system is complete on three sides. Do you think they'll start installing cladding now, or do we have to wait for them to put it on the elevator side (south side) of the building too?
Johnny Au
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Part 2 of 3 taken on June 21, 2023:
Yonge and Bloor (aka the Golden Corner or the Champagne Corner):
Yonge and Bloor (aka the Golden Corner or the Champagne Corner):
Koops65
Senior Member
I revised my model and made The One 328.4 metres tall. Here is a new render showing the new height and also nearby towers / proposals:
WalkieScorchie
Active Member
IIRC someone had mentioned that a different system will be employed on the south elevation - but I would also consider that they will use the podium as a staging area for that elevation so they might not need much there.
If past buildings are any indication they still have to smack a big ol' "Mizrahi", "Foster and Partners" and maybe "an Icon is Rising" on top of the protection too
C-mac
Senior Member
I would have loved the 338, but still pretty happy with the 328 and it probably was a nice compromise. Just kind of wanted something that was more then just barely taller then supertall status like 308, so this definitely accomplishes that.
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Northern Light
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Something I'm curious to see in the plans is how vertical circulation will be addressed for the new observation space. Obviously at least one elevator will have to be public access to the 79th/80th floor, and presumably 2 would be preferable.
I also wonder about queuing space for said elevator.
I also wonder about queuing space for said elevator.
Civdis
Active Member
As an owner and future resident, I have my concerns. I am very interested too see how they handle public circulation and security.
UpwithOlives
Active Member
I would characterize it less as an observation space and more as a small gallery that an invited guest may also look out the window and enjoy the view. The floorplans for 79-84 are like the lower levels with 10 units per floor, so relatively small spaces. The floor plan for 79 even set aside one of the units as a "party room" (67 sq. m.) so maybe the new gallery? I'm thinking these will be invitation only events, with controlled access and hosts to operate the elevators. Regardless, they have many years to figure it out...
Northern Light
Superstar
Entirely possible, we have to await the details. Though, as you describe it, I'm not sure I would characterize it as public observation space, which is how some have characterized this....
UtakataNoAnnex
Superstar
Perhaps they need to change the wording then...
...because that sure looks like it to me. Sorry.Ahhh, here was the interesting bit.................I was looking for:
daptive
Senior Member
Alright let’s start a pot for a UT meet up and party!
UpwithOlives
Active Member
I read it as you receive an invitation to view the art, and you also get to look out the window while you're there. Nothing like an observation deck. But hey, one of us is correct...
Benito
Senior Member
Today.
