Toronto building that s an enclave for artists and creators is facing redevelopment
A proposed three-tower condo development threatens to demolish a unique live-work artist community in Toronto.
The proposal for three residential towers at 221 to 227 Sterling Road in the Junction Triangle area of Toronto would replace the decades-old live-work spaces at Sterling Studio Lofts.
The building is unique in that it offers affordable rental units for artists and creators.
The condo and rental development would include three residential towers on two podiums with a total of 892 residential units, according to an application submitted to the city.
A three-tower residential development is proposed for 221 Sterling Road. Rendering via City of Toronto Submission.
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Another week, another historic Toronto property on the chopping block as developers circle like sharks in search of more land on which to build condos.
This time around, we have the distinctive 144-year-old structure on the southeast corner of Strachan Avenue and Adelaide Street West, currently home to the bar Pennies and former home of Bronco s, Politica, and a myriad of other establishments since it was erected in 1877.
While not officially heritage listed or designated under Ontario s Heritage Act, architectural conservationists argue that 127 Strachan is of historical significance and that it should be preserved.