Canada's 10 Tallest U/C

[caltrane74]

Originally Posted by yaletown_fella

I dont't see how it's absurd. If anything it reflects big businesses' expense cutting approach to increase profits in the short term. Countless tenants are continually lookimg to reduce their leased office space. Layoffs , outsourcing, telecommuting, and converting to "collaborative workspaces" come to mind.

We will get a supertall, but instead of office it will be mixed use like those proposed with some commercial/retail and residential mixed in.

We have 3 supertall on the go right now, one of which (I'm not sure) will have movement soon either sales/or major site prep.

[koops65]

Originally Posted by libtard

What look exactly is Toronto's skyline going for? A bunch of towers hidden behind each other? The density is nice I guess. I've gotta say though for Canada's largest city, the skyline shots from basically any angle make Toronto look un-inspiring. The fact that it doesn't have a super tall is absurd

I guess the CN Tower doesn't count... and FCP missed being a supertall by 2 lousy metres... to some people that means there is nothing tall in the skyline?

[WhipperSnapper]

Originally Posted by libtard

What look exactly is Toronto's skyline going for? A bunch of towers hidden behind each other? The density is nice I guess. I've gotta say though for Canada's largest city, the skyline shots from basically any angle make Toronto look un-inspiring. The fact that it doesn't have a super tall is absurd

What's absurd is that you think skyline or supertalls matter to those in charge of forming the built form in the city or that a supertall will elevate the skyline aesthetics . Toronto has a well known supertall monument that can be seen from most angles that makes the skyline distinct and easily identifiable.

**Edit ...didn't see the next page with the reponses.

[Coldrsx]

Originally Posted by O-tacular

Yeah, not sure what's going on with Spring2008 as he's normal until he comes in the Canada section and sees anything about Edmonton. Then he seems to do a 180 and go off the rails. I love to tease Edmontonians as much as the next Calgarian but he seems to have an unhealthy hatred. I might be wrong but iirc he once said that he was originally from there (I think). That could explain something.

Jealousy is a bitch.

[libtard]

Originally Posted by koops65

I guess the CN Tower doesn't count... and FCP missed being a supertall by 2 lousy metres... to some people that means there is nothing tall in the skyline?

Great , an oversized space needle rip off

Where is the gradual ascent among buildings in the skyline? Like a stair case. Chicago and New York have it

[caltrane74]

10 York - 225 meters

[WhipperSnapper]

Spandrel glass just looks so much better in curtainwall. Those vents are really unfortunate. I hope they still need a cover and the cover looks good.

[TorontoDrew]

Originally Posted by WhipperSnapper

Spandrel glass just looks so much better in curtainwall.

Did you mean to say "then" not "in"? And if so was that a sarcastic comment?

I actually applaud Tridel for going with curtain-wall on what could be considered the ass end of the building. It looks like the corner is getting the same treatment. Both north and south sides are getting spandrel but they are also installing prominent vertical elements that should unify the floors.

[WhipperSnapper]

Originally Posted by TorontoDrew

Did you mean to say "then" not "in"? And if so was that a sarcastic comment?

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The columns are all hidden behind full sized spandrel (opaque) glass panels.

[niwell]

If it wasn't for the vents it would look pretty good IMO. Much better than expected. Hopefully they cover them up somehow.

[WhipperSnapper]

It's so Tridel though to maintain the status quo instead of coming up with a better solution for the vents in the curtain wall.

[caltrane74]

Harbourplaza - 238 meters/ 227 meters?

[Black Star]

Not gonna lie...Pretty impressive.

[giallo]

Yeah. Harbour Plaza are the nicest condos along Toronto's waterfront. Way better than Ice in my opinion.

[Nouvellecosse]

Originally Posted by TorontoDrew

Did you mean to say "then" not "in"? And if so was that a sarcastic comment?

I actually applaud Tridel for going with curtain-wall on what could be considered the ass end of the building. It looks like the corner is getting the same treatment. Both north and south sides are getting spandrel but they are also installing prominent vertical elements that should unify the floors.

Your word choices are clearly much better "then" his. He's lucky to have you around to correct him.

[Martin Mtl]

I think I'm actually liking Harbour Plaza more than One Bloor, except for the base.

[MolsonExport]

Spring2008
BANNED

about time. the guy brought nothing to the forum but vitriol.

[travis3000]

I really am impressed by Harbour Plaza, looking awesome!

[koops65]

While I also think Harbour Plaza looks good, I still think Ice looks better. Once construction is finished I'll re-evaluate.

Originally Posted by ainvan

Toronto from above by Photos By RM, on Flickr

This aerial pic really shows off the double twin-tower effect of Ice and Harbour Plaza appearing downtown with both HP towers now over 200 metres.

I cleared up the image a little:
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[ssiguy]

Originally Posted by giallo

Yeah. Harbour Plaza are the nicest condos along Toronto's waterfront. Way better than Ice in my opinion.

I agree. I really like these towers and I've never seen the love of Ice. I've always thought they look rather generic.