1966 Eglinton East | 162.05m | 48s | RioCan | Kirkor Architects

A Torontonian Now · Aug 12, 2021

Undead said:
I think the architectural expression would be fine if they simply made each tower one colour, and all the towers in different colours for variety.

I tend to agree that there are some aspects that might not be so bad, with a lot of simplification. The low quality renders also do it no favours.

coldblood · Aug 13, 2021

Looks as if the architecture here was AI generated. Developers inputted their specifications (massing, height, density etc.) and this is what it spit out

canarob · Aug 13, 2021

These look like the modern versions of the classic Scarborough slab towers from the 60s and 70s.

Source: https://cdngeneral.rentcafe.com/dms...idgePlace-Toronto-DroneExterior.jpg?width=350

marcus_a_j · Aug 13, 2021

canarob said:
These look like the modern versions of the classic Scarborough slab towers from the 60s and 70s.

Source: https://cdngeneral.rentcafe.com/dms...idgePlace-Toronto-DroneExterior.jpg?width=350

With all due respect, that's insulting to Scarborough's apartment towers from the 60's and 70's. While these slab towers are generally not well-loved, some architects can learn something by studying their lines and cohesiveness. Whatever you call this proposal for 1966 Eglinton East, it's a jumbled mess.

AlbertC · Dec 6, 2021

From Kirkor's website:

Riocan OPA – Kirkor Architects and Planners

kirkorarchitects.com

allengeorge · Dec 7, 2021

Those streetfaces are gonna be pretty unrelenting.

Northern Light · Jul 4, 2022

This one was the subject of a confidential report at the June meeting of Council.

That report, which was recommendation to adopt a settlement offer, passed Council and is now public.

http://app.toronto.ca/tmmis/viewAgendaItemHistory.do?item=2022.CC45.17

From the above: