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One Yonge by Hariri Pontarini Architects

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One Yonge by Toronto-based firm Hariri Pontarini Architects will be a mixed-use development that re-defines the typical ration between residential, commercial and retail space within a single city block. Located on the longest street in North America, this proposed landmark will comprise of six new buildings, and the re-cladding and addition of 10 storeys to the existing Toronto Star building. Varying in height with over 6 million square feet of accommodation, the scheme proposes a 40-storey office tower, a 70-storey tower with a hotel and branded residence, and four residential towers, the tallest being 88-storeys, all with extensive retail over three storeys. This iconic project proposes to also bring a significant change to the public realm. With a commitment to a high quality streetscape, a dramatic sculpted canopy will animate the north-west corner of the site (at Yonge and Lakeshore Road), while sidewalks around the development will be widened to accommodate the increased pedestrian traffic. In addition, the buildings will also be surrounded a courtyard with a woonerf-style access. One Yonge will connect directly to …

Icon by Hariri Pontarini Architects

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A new era in Ottawa’s skyline is about to commence with Icon, designed by Toronto-based firm Hariri Pontarini Architects. The mixed-use structure will be the capital’s tallest tower transforming the cityscape and driving sustainable growth in the city’s future development. The plan, which is part of the area’s revitalization, will bring a mix of uses to meet both the existing and future needs of the community, The 45-storey tower is comprised of parking, retail, commercial and residential units. The curved detail of the balconies reflect the surrounding landscape and nearby lake. The rectilinear podium provides a contrasting element while creating a solid base on which the upper levels transition towards.The vertically stacked, yet irregular facade provides a rhythmic and syncopated pattern that starts from the ground level reaching the top penthouse. The design of the ground level responds to the different streetscapes which it faces.  The lake-facing facade pulls back at the seventh floor to help define the lower podium. While on the commercial area, the structure retreats on the fifth floor to provide a …