Station Park | 18, 28, 36, 43, 50 fl | U/C

[Momo26]

Probably already discussed but are they keeping the Kaufman mansion because they have to (heritage)?

[Spokes]

I think so, but not certain

[taylortbb]

Probably already discussed but are they keeping the Kaufman mansion because they have to (heritage)?

They're definitely keeping the Kaufman mansion, and IIRC it is a heritage property. I don't know about "because they have to" though. I get the sense the mansion is a key feature in how they're branding the space, so it definitely fits with the business case and isn't just an obligation they'd rather do without.

[panamaniac]

I couldn't swear to it, but I think that the heritage preservation is an initiative of the developers.  If I recall correctly, they promised a couple of years ago to seek a heritage designation for the property once the work is complete.  I'm uncertain, however, because that would mean that the manision didnt' already have a heritage designation, which seems astonishing.

[KevinL]

 I'm uncertain, however, because that would mean that the manision didnt' already have a heritage designation, which seems astonishing.

Indeed. Not only is it well-preserved and unique, it has a personal connection to a founding pillar of the region's industrial economy. That's generally priceless.

[ac3r]

It's staying. You can see it in the CAD plans and renderings of the site.

[JCnb]

Driving by on the weekend I was surprised to see the office building on the corner of King and Wellington to be nothing more than a hole in the ground.. Progress!

[white_brian]

Chapel is now fenced off and the placards have been removed

[Lens]

A look at the final site massing: https://www.instagram.com/p/B6LW2uRgk5Q/...6kj682fygw

[westwardloo]

A look at the final site massing: https://www.instagram.com/p/B6LW2uRgk5Q/...6kj682fygw

Awesome video. Any chance there are screen shots of the model? I hope the 2 other towers are designed to be landmark type buildings for the region. Maybe even a new tallest would be great!

[panamaniac]

I didn't realize that the proposal included a grocer. It would be a great place for an urban Farm Boy.

[Momo26]

I think - speculated of course - Whole Foods or something comparable. If nothing else I would expect a 'Sobeys Urban' type

[Spokes]

A look at the final site massing: https://www.instagram.com/p/B6LW2uRgk5Q/...6kj682fygw

Awesome video. Any chance there are screen shots of the model? I hope the 2 other towers are designed to be landmark type buildings for the region. Maybe even a new tallest would be great!

I was thinking the same thing.

Very nice. I'm cautiously becoming more excited about this one. 
That being said barrel yards has soured me on massive multi phase projects

[Momo26]

Yah not fair to judge until complete. Still think the original renderings were cooler then typical all black. One of the biggest factors is what will they include street side/What tenants can they secure!

[panamaniac]

I think - speculated of course - Whole Foods or something comparable. If nothing else I would expect a 'Sobeys Urban' type

I'd take a Farm Boy over Whole Paycheque any day of the week!