2023 Toronto Urban Design Awards Winners
Summerhill Offices
Award of Excellence in Category: Private Buildings in Context Mid-Rise
Jury’s Comment: “In addition to notable sustainability interventions that are part of this revitalized structure, the Summerhill Offices is an exemplar of heritage conservation and transition to a contemporary era. With a new modern form, the building reflects a refreshing renewal of the heritage fabric that it is a part of and that defines this stretch of Yonge Street. This building transformation is simply a beautiful example of how to capture the architectural essence of what was and bring it into a new time...”
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River Street Infill
Award of Merit in Category: Private Buildings in Context Mid-Rise
Jury’s Comment: “Achieving sustainability at this scale, including geothermal, is a huge commitment. It is challenging at best and the developer and design team should be applauded for this achievement on an infill project. The rear was a great surprise with a sense of belonging and navigates its neighbours through clever tectonic moves. The recessed balconies provide private space for the residents and the rooftop terraces, recessed from the façade, also create outdoor private spaces in a dense part of the city. This is a great example of how affordable targeted housing aelevate its sustainable responsibility and should be an example for all developers…”
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The Broadview Terraces
Award of Merit in Category: Private Buildings in Scale Low-Rise
Jury’s Comment: “Ingeniously, this simple screen ties the three properties in a way that gives it new life while adding to the dynamism of the street. The simple moves by the design team resulted in an upgrade to the “missing middle” housing needs of the city and for this they should be applauded. The new skin and layered façade add to a beautiful massing that fits in well with the existing context. The angled metal screens play off each other – they are well-crafted pieces that add depth to the building’s fenestration.…”
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