[buildup]

I really, really like this idea. The current structure is an eyesore. I assume they'll clean up the upper floor exterior for a mre even effect. Its amazing how active Kingsett seems to be these days.

 

[Benito]

Great idea!

 

[AlvinofDiaspar]

The atrium only happens in the case Option 2 under the leasing brochure - the rest of the redo is still nice though.

AoD

 

[Ramako]

This is a ways off. They need to pre-lease the space first.

 

[ferusian]

ZBA application submitted:

Development Applications

Project description:

Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment application to facilitate the redevelopment of the site for a 35-storey mixed-use building, inclusive of a 10-storey podium. The proposed non-residential gross floor area is 9993.1 square metres, and the proposed residential gross floor area is 25,068 square metres. A total of 357 residential dwelling units are proposed.

 

[ProjectEnd]

Quadrangle, IIRC. But that was awhile ago - could have changed since then.

 

[AlbertC]

Seems to be a bit on the timid side for KingSett. Would've expected them to aim for 45-50+ storeys as a starting point at a location like this.

 

[ProjectEnd]

Shadow on Jesse Ketchum is still a big issue at the City. It's also a long assembly so we could see something more 'slabby' than we're used to.

 

[AlbertC]

Indeed, still BDP Quadrangle:

Development Applications

City Planning COA Application Information Center

app.toronto.ca

 

[TossYourJacket]

Indeed, still Quadrangle BDP:

Development Applications

City Planning COA Application Information Center

app.toronto.ca

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While it isn't a masterpiece, it's so refreshing when a building is actually designed to accommodate interior walls in a way that doesn't just rely on boatloads of spandrel. Assuming the materials chosen are good, this could turn out decently.

 

[Northern Light]

Can confirm from reading the landscape plans:

1) Silva Cells will be used, with open planting beds similar to those on Bloor

2) Sidewalks to be Granite, matching Bloor.

 

[ushahid]

i like the tone and cantiliver.

 

[cd concept]

Love the the precast or limestone etc column trimmings for the podium of this tower! Much needed these days in the downtown core as seen in the photos up above.

 

[alklay]

I echo the sentiment that if the materials and details are done right, this will be a very very decent addition to the neighbourhood.

(and it is an improvement over the lumpy building presently on the site)

 

[Koops65]

This should have been taller. There are / will be, 200+ metres on 3 sides of this. Why so short? Also, that cantilever comes awfully close to the future Cumberland Square proposal...