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The Residences of 488 University Avenue
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Every great city has its iconic Avenue, rich in history and heritage. New York has Park Avenue. Paris has Avenue Champs-Élysées…

and Toronto has University Avenue, its most ceremonial Grand Avenue.

What defined this location is what defines Toronto. This address is elegant, vibrant, and graceful. University Avenue is the ultimate landscape of society, culture, and commerce. Welcome to the only address that mirrors the elegance of the Great Avenues of the World.

SKYLOBBY - SET TO RAISE EXPECTATIONS FOR URBAN LIVING THROUGH DESIGN DRIVEN SERENITY.

As you step off the residential elevators, the soaring view sets the serene tone.

The double height glass façade elevates the experience as you soak in the city lights.

Like the Cosmopolitan spirit it celebrates, SkyLobby has a dynamic edge, capturing this energetic, vibrant city on a grand scale. Your dedicated SkyLobby concierge is ready to address your every need.

SKYCLUB IS WHATEVER YOU WANT IT TO BE. YOUR CHOICE. YOUR LIFE. YOUR STYLE.

SkyClub - two full floors of light filled space, opening into the sun and swim terrace.

The spacious fitness centre is outfitted with state of the art strength and cardio training equipment. SkyClub - a place to indulge in a light meal and a drink at the SkyBar.

SkyClub - a place for the ideal social experience without ever having to leave home.

WHERE EXTRAORDINARY LIVING BECOMES EVERYDAY LIFE.

Imagine a morning swim, an afternoon massage, and dinner at the signature restaurant, all right at your front door. ‎As the sun sets and nighttime emerges, a late night cocktail at the SkyBar completes another perfect day.

OVER 30,000 SQUARE FEET OF LIFESTYLE AMENITIES.

WATER, THE OUTDOORS AND CREATIVE LIVING.

At the Residences of U Avenue, your personal urban oasis is an elevator ride away. Design elements incorporate Art Deco-inspired aesthetics in rich tones and textures creating an expansive feel to each suite. Your home in the sky is also inspired by classic modernism and luxurious finishes that celebrate refinement and indulgence.

AT THE RESIDENCES OF U AVENUE THE ART OF LIVING HAS BEEN RAISED TO NEW HEIGHTS.

Inspired to create a new and fresh concept, a blend of modern comfort and luxury in an unprecedented way.

Every aspect of the residences offer the very best - luxuriant finishes, soaring spaces, floor-to-ceiling windows, meticulous attention to detail - a thrilling design made possible by the visionary and creative eyes of II by IV Design.

THIS IS YOUR HOME, YOUR RETREAT.

WE CALL IT PERFECTION PERFECTED.

Each residence combines the richness of sophisticated design with the serenity of modernism, offer you tomorrow's urban lifestyle today. Beautiful layouts, rich colours, floor-to-ceiling windows, oversize terraces and impeccably detailed finishes evoke the allure of sun and water. Unlock your front door and the world melts behind you.

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Redevelopment of 1968-opened Global House 18-storey office building at Dundas Street West and University Avenue by Amexon Development Corporation.

Existing office tower will have its lower floors completely altered by a new podium with a tree motif, while the upper floors will be re-clad in a mixture of curtain wall and window wall. Offices will be retained. Above the offices 37 new storeys of condominium residences to be called The Icon will be added. Architecture of the original building is by WZMH Architects. Alterations and additions by Core Architects.

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Earliest Application Date 0000-00-00 Construction Status Complete
Category Residential (Condo), Commercial (Office) Construction Began 0000-00-00
    Completion Date 0000-00-00
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Maximum Height 679 ft / 206.95 m    
Maximum Storeys 55    
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Project Companies
Developer Amexon Development Corporation
Builder Toddglen Group of Companies, Amexon Development Corporation
Architect Core Architects
Interior Designer II BY IV DESIGN
Building Envelope Toro Aluminum Group Of Companies
Engineering Sigmund Soudack & Associates, BPA
Roofing PRO-BEL
Supplier Lockourier Canada
Other Walters Group, Gagnon Walker Domes Ltd., Motioneering
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