Recent content by CJinToronto

I have a feeling that this will be occupied by Simons...

It looks like there is an older house behind the brick building facing the street. They both will be demolished, but I am curious to know if the house still has interesting characteristics or any historical value...

Red brick and black spandrel would have been different but everything has to be grey. This is so boring and sad.

When is this going to be built ? This is taking way too much time...

They bought these properties way before 11 Wellesley was in sight. This project does not stand out but it will have a significant impact on the overall atmosphere of that boring stretch of Yonge street. Hopefully it happens sooner than later.

Back to the main topic.... Why is this project so slow? When will it be launched?

The design of the new Saks must include windows overlooking the street. It would radically transform this section of Bloor and accelerate the development of new projects (those already planned and additional ones).

I would like to hear what the architects have to say. It is hard to imagine that they would make so many errors - cheapo and ugly basement and foodcourt, imposing shelving on large windows overlooking a busy and interesting intersection, boring commercial spaces with low ceilings at street...

This building surely stands out. Had it been taller, it would have been spectacular.

Toronto has already lost so many great buildings. These need to stay to send a clear message. The era of massive destruction is over at least one would hope... These towers are great. I just hope Gehry will be willing to give it some thought and come up with a creative and innovative solution...