A proposed redevelopment along a stretch of Eastern Avenue in Leslieville introduces a vibrant new point of transition between residential to the north and gritty industrial to the south. Envisioning a greener and more livable neighbourhood, TAS Design Build recently submitted a Zoning By-Law Amendment application to the City of Toronto for a 12-storey mixed-use building comprised of purpose-built rental housing…

Windows are essential to any building or house. They are one of the things that contribute most to the appearance of a home. Windows also play a  significant role in the security of the house. A well-installed window will offer so many other benefits, but in many cases, installation is lacking in quality. In these cases, replacing the windows is the best…

To the northwest of The Junction neighbourhood in Toronto, the former Ontario Stockyards lands have been gradually redeveloped since the majority of the meatpacking in the area ceased in 1993. While much of the area’s St Clair Avenue frontage has seen low-rise redevelopment since, changing land-use trends and planning policies are now bringing higher density developments in the area, with one such…

Now over two years since a ground breaking marked the start of construction for Solmar Development Corporation’s new Edge Towers community near Square One in Mississauga, the Roy Varacalli-designed complex’s initial phases are progressing along Elm Drive at Hurontario Street. The first two phases of three are now under construction, with the first phase tower now rising above grade, and the second phase tower soon to…

Today’s Daily Photo takes us high above the east end of Toronto’s Bloor Street East, just before its terminus at the Prince Edward Viaduct. This view from Forum contributor Jasonzed faces east over Bloor where it spans the Rosedale Valley, with rising development Via Bloor now helping to form a gateway to the major thoroughfare.  Bloor Street East, image by…