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Nestled side-by-side in Midtown Toronto, two high-rise residential projects at 65 and 75 Broadway Avenue have been rapidly making their vertical ascent. These concurrent projects are helmed by the Times Group Corporation and Hazelview Investments (formerly Timbercreek Communities) respectively, and are designed by Wallman Architects and WZMH Architects respectively. Upon completion, 75 Broadway is set to stand at 38 storeys, whereas its neighbour to the west will have two towers scaling 39 storeys.
As seen above, 75 Broadway is being attached to the side of an existing 10-storey apartment building; a portion of that building was removed to make the attachment of the old and new. 65 Broadway, seen in the next image below, completely replaces the low-rise rental buildings that were on the site. Both projects include rental replacement units, to be offered first to former renters of the buildings at rates only adjusted for inflation to what they were paying before.
In previous articles on construction starts and completions from January and March of last year, we highlighted the early stages of both projects. Fast forward to now, a year and a half later, and the sites showcase significant progress. The Summer of 2021 witnessed the demolition of the existing structure at 65 Broadway, followed by a similar fate for the northwestern section of the building at 75 Broadway in the subsequent Fall.
Flashing back to April 2022, we were greeted by a vast expanse of raw earth dominating the view, bearing testament to the recent demolitions that occurred a few months prior. With no clear delineation between the two sites, tire tracks crisscrossing the terrain hinted at the bustling activity with early stages of excavation visible.
Fast forward to February 2023, from a vantage point looking south across Broadway Avenue, 75 Broadway to the left showcases its first above ground level. Its foundational storeys are supported by robust rows of scaffolding, and construction crews work behind hoarding along the street. Concurrently, an orange crane for 65 Broadway hints at the depth of the excavations taking place, with the site still obscured below grade.
Moving to the west edge of the combined sites, an eastward view gives a detailed glimpse into the excavation efforts. The multilevel underground garage bores the hallmarks of subterranean engineering, with concrete pillars supporting several parking levels. Our view is flanked by two massive construction vehicles looking onwards into the excavated pit.
By June, both sites are heading skyward. While 75 Broadway, with its white concrete skeleton, is several storeys up, 65 Broadway has started emerging just a few storeys above grade, a forest of forms and shoring poles.
July shines its spotlight on 65 Broadway. Its swift upward progress saw another five storeys added to what was there a month prior. While the southern tower leads the charge, its northern counterpart remains in foundational infancy, marked by continued excavation work.
As the summer carries on, so too unfolds another chapter in this developmental narrative. The south tower of 65 Broadway Avenue soars past its neighbour, with its northern counterpart beginning to make its mark above the grade. Adjacently, the 75 Broadway tower, with its window installations commencing, stands tall, adding another layer of architectural sophistication.
By September, a panoramic southeast view presents a skyline in transformation. Both developments, in their unique designs, stand almost shoulder to shoulder in their heights. The emerging second tower at 65 Broadway is making inroads, complementing this visual ensemble. To the east, The Parker, another 39-storey tower, acts as a yardstick, providing a hint of the volumes that are coming on these properties.
A closer look reveals more details — hoist systems to carry workers and materials stand out on the sides of the burgeoning towers. The glass facades of 75 Broadway's podium are further installed, and we take in the skeletal framework of its balcony designs. Concurrently, the space for the shared driveway – a focal point of the revised plan for 65 Broadway – can be discerned, underscoring the emphasis on seamless integration for new neighbours.
The projects from Times Group and Hazelview are transforming Broadway Avenue in the city's Midtown. 65 and 75 Broadway Avenue continue to evolve, both in form and stature. Upon completion, the latter is set to stand 117.34m and house 336 units, while the former's two towers will reach 132.89m and each add 389 residential units to the block.
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