I was at city hall today and saw that they’ve updated the model quite a bit! Was interesting to see for the middle block of parkside village. I know it’s just a placeholder but it originally was supposed to be 55 storeys many years ago but I hope they do something tall and interesting in this...
I understand the need for more housing but I love the massing as is with the one tower. The stepping down/divisions of the podium create a good balance and more pedestrian feel to the space.
Ive been trying to figure out if I like assemblage of towers together in this development but something always seems off.
From strictly a skyline perspective, I feel like the proportions and siting of the first three towers are part of what make project look off. M1 and M2 always seem...
I remember hearing that the City did go back and forth with the developers over this. But ultimately the developers convinced the city that it made it less car oriented than a normal grid so it was allowed