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Originally Posted by esquire
Wow, is that ever a gorgeous banking hall. I had no idea that was in there. So many of Canada's spectacular banking halls are somewhat hidden in plain view, tucked away inside more unassuming buildings. I wonder if we need a Great Canadian Banking Halls thread???
I also love 1255 Phillips Square. Some real Bauhaus vibes there, which is not something you see much of in Canada. That building gives me a sense of deja vu... wasn't Crazy Irving Le Fou located in there?
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Heres another great example that is so often overlooked.
The original first 6 floors of the Manufacturers Life Building on Bloor Street East was built in 1926 while the 11 story building behind it was topped out in 1953. Another postmodern (but restrained) addition was added sometime in the early 80s I believe.
A lot of people bemoan the lack of good highrise architecture north of college street, but many of the examples are hidden and not visible in the skyline.
And it dosent hurt that it's a stone's throw from this little gem either.
Bloor East is so underrated!
#justiceforbloorsteast lol