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The granite is a nice material but like everything modern in this dreary city, it's grey and barely stands out from the surrounding concrete. It's probably a big waste to trash all that stone but using a warmer colour would be an instant improvement; add some seating and you're getting close...

No doubt the cast iron and general intricacy of the structure comes into play, but based on some cursory research into lead paint removal costs I was coming to a similar conclusion and falling far short of $1M. Either way, if it's done right and the money is justified I have no issues, I'm just...

Alright so the City is broke and the refrain is often more taxes, but I've always said I'd like to see govt's spend their (our) money more effectively before raising taxes. Is $1M reasonable for lead paint removal? I'm open to being wrong but that figure seems astronomical, which is not uncommon...

Huh, I'd never come across this project thread before. I am actually shocked at the quality of masonry used here, like actual sandstone. When was the last time something was built in Toronto with real sandstone??

Gorgeous photos as always!

Post a jump scare warning, please, whenever this thread is revived.

There's some pretty alarming stuff being raised in that Reddit thread, including allegations of moldy drywall that's just been painted over. This entire project is abhorrent, Lifetime should be ashamed. Problem is, it seems the industry is just stretched so thin right now there's not enough...

True, I guess like anywhere there's the good and the bad. I must tend to block out the bad since my perception has been that I've been impressed by a number of projects in Hamilton lately.

Hamilton seems to be leading the way with attractive, contextual ground level work these days. It makes a huge difference since most of our interaction with buildings is at the street.

It's no marvel, but again that precast '80s PoMo stands out from the inexpressive walls of glass we largely get nowadays. Opinions on the colonnade experience are mixed but I've always enjoyed walking under it, granted I recognize it's no Roman colonnade and is feeling a bit worse for wear...

Fruit trees are often the ones I've seen suggested as candidates, as they produce a relative abundance of fruit and it is high above the ground (fewer contamination concerns). It certainly wouldn't be an initiative to combat food insecurity or anything that grand, but I've thought of it more...

Mint is a bold choice, indeed it is extremely vigorous and can quickly take over. Blackberries are a neat choice too; I always thought it would be cool if cities planted edible plants and encouraged urban foraging, however unfortunately I imagine there's the issue of liability over...

I think if they'd at least clad a couple of the volumes in contextual red brick or some natural tones it would've gone a long way, especially the ground level buildings. It is a jarring contrast, I'm inclined to agree. I don't mind the white portions as much but the shade of grey they chose is...

There's still the issue of the lack of retail space that would support a grocery store in the new building, which is something the neighbourhood needs. And yes, while the Sun Valley owners might be retiring, the impending development means it would be unappealing for new owners or a new grocer...

So according to WHOIS, this domain was registered 2002-03-27, for what it's worth. So happy 21st birthday! lol Growing up in Stouffville my life was not particularly urban, but I joined Urban Toronto around the time I moved downtown since I wanted to learn more about development, history and...

Guess they didn't learn from Netflix lol

Discussion in the Crosstown Place thread got me thinking, since I could go on about trees forever, why some plantings aren't flagged for the appropriateness of their location. The tulip trees planted down by XO Condos come to mind as well; it seems like street trees struggle here in general, so...

Interesting choice indeed! Good to know that it's (hopefully) not damaged bark, but indeed the natural appearance. I'm wondering if the sycamore is more resilient in this setting than London plane, as I recall the struggle and subsequent replanting of all those poor trees on Bloor Street.

Just a quick snap while approaching along Eglinton. I will say the glass looks quite striking from afar as it captures the light. Not quite related to this project but I am worried about the condition of some of those trees in the foreground. It appears something is afflicting their bark and...

I mean, that seems to happen with a lot of these investor boxes anyway.