Articles from Urban Toronto

Osmington Gerofsky Development Corp. has proposed a new development adjacent to Mimico GO station in Toronto, featuring three rental towers between 39 and 42 storeys. This project is a revised plan following previous unsuccessful proposals and receivership issues with Vandyk Properties. The new plan includes a mix of residential and retail spaces, along with publicly accessible spaces, and aims to enhance connectivity with local transit options.

The Ballin’ Out for Charity event is returning to Toronto, bringing together the city's real estate industry for a basketball tournament to support youth programs. Organized by RAD Marketing and BLACKLINE App, the event aims to raise funds for the MLSE Foundation, which supports youth programming through sports initiatives. This year, the tournament will feature a 3-on-3 format, with participation ensuring community engagement and networking opportunities. The event highlights philanthropy, sports, and networking in Toronto's real estate sector.

IN8 Developments has proposed five high-rise towers ranging from 37 to 41 storeys at 170-180 Columbia Street West in Waterloo. This project, designed by AAA Architects Inc., aims to provide 2,438 residential units with a central green space, retail areas, and privately accessible public space. The development will also feature ample bicycle storage and underground parking facilities. This proposal is significant for Waterloo due to its scale, as high-rises over 25 storeys are relatively rare in the area.

ROQ City Towers in Toronto's Moss Park have recently topped off, with ongoing heritage restoration of 19th-century warehouse facades. Designed by Hariri Pontarini Architects in collaboration with Graziani + Corazza Architects and ERA Architects, the project by Tricon Residential includes two towers with a total of 859 rental units. The north tower is fully clad up to the roof slab, while work continues on the cladding and mechanical penthouses of both towers. The restoration of heritage walls and facade construction continue to progress.

An application in Richmond Hill, Ontario, proposes transforming a commercial plaza with low-rise buildings into four towers ranging from 18 to 33 storeys, designed by Architecture Unfolded for North Elgin Centre. The development will include 1,414 residential units, with mixed tenure options, and two phases of construction. The project also plans for extensive retail and recreational amenities. This initiative is part of the high-rise growth around Yonge Street, aligning with the city's sustainability and transit-oriented development goals.

Plans have been submitted for a 19-storey student rental tower at 333 College Street in Toronto, designed by Rafael + Bigauskas Architects for Parallax Investment Corporation. This proposal is an increase from a previously approved 12-storey building to address the rising student housing demand. The building will provide 629 units, mainly studio apartments, and feature minimal parking with a focus on bike accessibility. The site is conveniently located near streetcar stops and within walking distance of major public transit stations.

Collecdev-Markee Developments celebrated the opening of Milton Berger Park in Toronto’s Wilson Heights area, a green space that enhances the Tippett Park community with residential buildings and amenities like playgrounds, fitness zones, and water features. The park honors Milton Berger, a Holocaust survivor and former city councilor known for his advocacy for affordable housing. This development is part of a larger initiative in the area to create a transit-oriented, sustainable community with both market and affordable housing options. The residential buildings include Tretti Condos and a rental tower, contributing to the transformation around Wilson station.

The construction of the 400 King West condo in Toronto's Entertainment District is nearing completion, with work now focusing on the mechanical penthouse. The 49-storey mixed-use building, designed by BDP Quadrangle for Plaza, has seen significant progress with cladding and glazed window installations reaching advanced stages. The structure will include 630 condominium units and is set to rise to 164.58 meters upon completion. The facade features a combination of brick, precast concrete, and glass cladding along with distinctive setbacks and balcony slabs.

DiamondCorp and BV Realty Partners have proposed a 48-storey condominium tower at Eglinton Avenue West and Allen Road in Toronto’s Forest Hill North neighborhood. Designed by Arcadis, this high-rise will feature 505 units and extensive amenities, positioned near the new Cedarvale Transit Station. The development aims to replace existing detached homes and introduce high-density living in compliance with the area's transit-oriented development policy. If approved, it will become one of the tallest buildings in the vicinity, marking a shift towards higher-density urban development.

Construction work at Cherry House in Canary Landing, Toronto, is now focused on completing the podium levels and streetscape. Cladding is being applied to the mid-rise buildings with varying materials such as brick-faced panels and corrugated aluminum. Sidewalk and streetscaping upgrades are in progress, featuring interlocking pavers and tree plantings. This development will eventually house 855 residential units across three buildings.

BentallGreenOak has submitted a revised proposal for the redevelopment of 100 Simcoe Street, Toronto, that increases the building height to 67 storeys from 62. The new design, by Hariri Pontarini Architects, eliminates office space in favor of residential use due to declining market demand for office spaces. It will provide 1,003 rental units, including increased affordable housing options, and maintain some heritage elements of the existing site. The location is strategically positioned in downtown Toronto, near key transport links.

Construction is progressing on the Park Road condo tower in Toronto’s Bloor-Yorkville area, with the installation of golden cladding defining the building’s curved and wedge-shaped profile. Designed by Diamond Schmitt Architects for Capital Developments, the 28-storey building is situated at the intersection of Church Street and Collier Street. Cladding installation features vertical window bays and solid spandrel sections with gold-toned metal panels. The tower is set to reach 97.43 meters and include 303 residential units upon completion.