Toronto’s skyline to get a distinct, sculptural landmark

The latest architectural masterpiece in Toronto, a 27-storey flatiron building, clad in golden-bronze metal, will be built on an almond-shaped lot with a curved south facade and gravity-defying cantilevers on the western side, to create a shape inspired by modernist sculptural abstraction.

Designed for Capital Developments by Diamond Schmitt, the luxury condo, called Park Road after the name of the road it is on in Yorkville, will lie at the intersection of three well-known streets—Church, Bloor, and Colliere Streets—sitting at the urban nexus of Bloor-Yorkville, Rosedale Valley, and the neighbourhood beyond. At its base, a porte cochère will be adorned with a constellation of lights, while the surrounding public realm will boast wide sidewalks, street trees, and seating.

Inside, Canadian design firm, Cecconi Simone, drew inspiration from the building’s architectural design, leveraging the flatiron’s curvature and delicate details as a springboard for the interiors. The overall building interiors will implement the use of neutral tones and natural materials with a monolithic approach. In the suites, a sophisticated material palette coupled with elevated fixtures and finishes will maximize practicality and comfort while enhancing the overall esthetic.

“Park Road presented the opportunity to introduce a building with a pure and simple sculptural expression that takes advantage of its exceptional location in the city,” says Donald Schmitt, principal, Diamond Schmitt Architects. “We capitalized on the site’s distinct conditions to design a residential experience with a truly singular identity. In addition to creating a unique and connected living experience for residents, Park Road will also animate the neighbourhood and create a distinctive presence along Toronto’s skyline.”