Eglinton Transferia

Integrated Urbanism Studio Project in the University of Toronto Instructor: Christo Marcopoulos Fall 2021

Most of the political discussion in Toronto has focused on how to bring more density while addressing spatial and environmental inequality. It is only in the last few years, with the city climbing the international ranking as one of the least affordable metropolitan cities, that affordability, climate change, and social resilience have become objects of political debate. In the wake of the completion of the upcoming Light Rail line along the Eglinton corridor, this project intends to establish a spatially just, socially resilient and environmentally friendly model of urbanism.

By envisioning networks of buildings, infrastructure, and landscapes in response to politics. This design project negotiates issues of climate resilience, spatial and social equity, postcarbon economies, and housing affordability all the while recognizing the limits of our disciplinary tools.

Population Density Study in The City of Toronto

The population of the Toronto area will hit 8 million in the next 10 years. In development, can we find other ways to reduce colonization and not take land for granted? In an extreme highway loop, population can be condensed on unused urban space, resulting in high density on a small plot of land, and people can give back land to nature.

Site Analysis

Massing Diagram

Three towers 60 degree facing away each other

Wider view wider internal space between towers

Adjusting floor plate according to program

View direction adjustment Broader view for residence

Office Tower Residence Tower

Office Area

Extrusion to various height according to the programs

A green belt connecting all towers with surrounding green area

Center

Planted Terrace

Theater Culture Center

Green House Conservatory

Nature Trial Sky Walk