there was a very big buzz around the opening of Sherway in 1971. it was the first big mall opening since Yorkdale in 1965. also it had been delayed for years, by various community opponents.
sherway was the first mall that reflected the changes of the 1960's, and it subtly referenced the values of the counter culture. it had a strange 'back to nature' vibe, an almost rambling village-y feel, low ceilings, lots of green, orange, brown and beige painted textured concrete.
the most dramatic visuals were provided by the atriums outside the Simpsons and Eatons stores. one of them was circular and had an almost psychedelic reflective foil effect on the walls. it was quite spectacular as i recall. i'd love to see photos of this again, but nothing seems to be out there.
etobicoke archives would have a bunch of things i reckon, as would the archives for the respective dept stores...