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SAMANTHA SANNELLA, EDITOR
i have been asked many, many times over the years what constitutes ‘good design’. When I was CEO of Design Exchange, Canada’s National Design Centre, this was a daily rumination.
Over the years, I have honed my own definition – sometimes complex, occasionally simple. There is one thing that I know for sure, good design considers. Considers what? It considers the environment – the upstream, the downstream and the circle of life. I am very happy to have Endymion by Kearns Mancini on the cover of this issue as I have been an admirer of theirs for over 20 years. They not only consider the environment, but they are experts at conveying authenticity and meaning in architecture.
Great design considers the user.
in the area, architects and designers have more power than they give themselves credit for. This is the case in the new development from Cetana by architect Aallan Partridge. In this development, Allan not only considers the environment, but creates a main street that promotes a sense of community – and offers Innisfil a new and exciting boost to their local economy.
The user, after all, is the ultimate judge of whether the design enhances their quality of life
What else does great design consider? It considers the residents. The user, after all, is the ultimate judge of whether the design enhances their quality of life. Such is the case in the residences by Level One Studios, Lisa Renzetti, Cynthia Soda and Lisa Kooistra. Whether an artistic bent, as seen in the fabulous condominium by Level One, or the drama created in Lisa Renzetti’s transitional home design – the user is at the centre of the overall design.
One of the single greatest things a design can do is to create an economy – from choosing material to stimulating business
And I would be remiss of course if I didn’t mention beauty. What is life without it? In the darkest of times, beauty gives us hope. It is aspirational and inspirational. The Dressler Brothers create interesting objects, indicative of modern Canadiana: strong, stoic, whimsical and beautiful. Moreover, when architecture and design become art – as in the case of the staircase by Thomas Tampold, it can be transcendent.
If is often rare, as designers and architects that we have opportunities to create music in the built form, but Partisans have accomplished this with FOLD house’s incomparable roofline.
In Ontario, we have many talented professionals who strive to preserve the environment, enhance the quality of life, and create economic stimulus in a responsible and beautiful manner. They practice ‘good design’. OD
Endymion Guesthouse
KEARNES MANCINI ARCHITECTS
PROJECT TEAM JONATHAN KEARNS, RICK SEALEY, KELLY FISHER, NATALIE KRAKOVSKY, ESTHER VAN EEDEN
PHOTOS BY TOM RIDEOUT, INDUSTRYOUS PHOTOGRAPHY
theguest house, aptly named, Endymion, like the poem by John Keats of the same moniker is ‘a thing of joy and beauty forever’.
Inspired by Greek mythology, its namesake was a handsome young man kept forever youthful through eternal sleep and deeply loved by Selene, the goddess of the moon, who visited him nightly. The home doesn’t not mimic the landscape but is inspired by it.
Set in the bucolic landscape of Prince Edward County, Ontario, the Endymion Guesthouse is inspired by nature. Situated on a woodland edge, overlooking fields of lavender and Lake Ontario, Endymion luxuriates in the landscape, offering a quiet bower for besotted guests to rest their heads in peaceful slumber.
The highly flexible building plans are based on a country family estate concept, whereby the owners live and entertain in their separate lakefront ‘great house’, while visiting family and friends use the four-bedroom, 3,600 sq.-ft. guesthouse as their private quarters. To allow the guesthouse to function flexibly, as a large single-family home or four separate family suites or any combination in between, two back-to-back kitchens positioned around the main stairwell, operating separately or as one, help to support the varied accommodations.
A new building on a four-acre greenfield site, Endymion’s construction was not entirely free from constraints.
The challenge was to position the building to incorporate Passive House standards and achieve a low carbon footprint, as the structure will rely on sun to supply most of the heating while fitting harmoniously within the existing landscape. Endymion is strategically positioned on the southward sloping site to harvest the sun’s energy and create a well draining site. A tight air seal is essential to reduce heat loss, therefore locally manufactured concrete was used for the structure, creating a hard-to-puncture air seal by untrained workers or animals alike. Its orientation, window placements, and materials are vital to its success as a low-energy house that is comfortable, healthy (infection resistant) and resilient.
Mining the unique benefits of its scenic location overlooking Lake Ontario, Endymion is efficient and simple, yet alluring in form. The result is a long, three-storey rectangular house, presenting a south facing, deeply etched, 73-ft. long wall to the sun. It accommodates onemetre-deep recessed windows carved out of the façade, with colours painted into the recesses, offering an array of negative, diverse shapes echoing the rich colour palate of the lavender gardens.
The southern façade is used for heating by the sun in the winter and for effective shading in the summer. To minimize glazing on the north side, the windows are narrow vertical slots seen from the access road through a filter of undisturbed vertical woodland trees.
Designed to Passive House standards, Endymion will use approximately 90 per cent less thermal energy than a conventional Ontario Building Code residence. With insulated walls of ICF and poured concrete, Endymion also sits on an insulated concrete slab so that the entire structure is heavily insulated.
Large format porcelain ceramic tile cladding, installed on aluminum girths, provides a ventilated façade and the flat roof provides rainwater harvesting and the option to add Photovoltaic panels as a future step. The windows and doors are triple-glazed, and the house is ventilated by two Energy Recovery Ventilators. It offers enhanced physical comfort, free from draughts and noise.
Of great significance is how the passive house design creates an infection resistant environment. Each habitable room receives dedicated, highly filtered fresh air using HEPA filters. The highperformance envelope enables optimum levels of relative humidity to be maintained, aiding greatly in the resistance of spreading airborne aerosols carrying infection.
Endymion responds to the environment, the sun, the landscape, and its occupant’s health much more sensitively than most traditionally built houses in its neighbourhood. It is designed for short stays and encourages engagement with the surrounding landscape.
Project particulars
Measuring 20’ x 73’ in plan, Endymion is a three level, concrete, long house with one generous room in depth with most of its triple glazed windows facing south. It sits on an air-heated, radiant ICF slab and is designed as an R43 ICF structure with large format porcelain ceramic tile cladding providing a ventilated facade.
All floors, walls and roof are concrete and heavily insulated with no thermal bridging. It is difficult to accidentally puncture the building’s complete airtight seal when it is a 12” reinforced concrete wall. The radiant air heated floor is heated by a hydronic coil from the heat pump hot water heater. Windows and doors are triple glazed, fibre glass, and the house is ventilated by two ERV systems. Earth tubes have been installed to capture additional moderating geothermal energy to temper the incoming air. Walls are typically 500mm thick.
Floors are polished concrete and all kitchen and bathroom millwork, and appliances were supplied and installed by a local hardware store.
With a small footprint, Endymion relies on the sun to supply most of the heating, therefore siting, orientation and window placements were vital to the success of this project incorporating Passive House design, the house faces due south, presenting a deeply etched 73-ft. long wall to the sun. The one-metre-deep wall accommodates recessed windows, shaded from the summer sun while they heat the house in winter months. This offers enhanced physical comfort, free from draughts and noise and achieves shading without resorting to applied sunshades. Additional heating or cooling, if, and when required, is provided by two mini-split heat pump systems and for added comfort in the winter, by two 1500w electric fireplaces.
Sustainability and environmental considerations
Set on a woodland lined site, Endymion crowns the landscape atop a newly reshaped hill, commanding the view over gardens of lavender, that are reflected within the purple and blue shaded interiors of the recessed windows. Endymion pays homage to its landscape, showing sensitivity and respect to the natural materials that envelop it.
Facing due south, Endymion is a low energy house that is comfortable, healthy (infection resistant) and resilient. Using approximately 90 per cent less thermal energy than a conventional
Ontario Building Code compliant residence, Endymion relies on the sun to supply most of the heating in winter and ease of shading in summer. An efficient, yet simple form, the placement of Endymion and its 73-ft. recessed window filled wall, allows it to be easily heated and shaded by the sun when appropriate.
Natural stone excavated from the ground during construction was used to clad ancillary sheds and retaining walls and locally manufactured concrete was used for the structure. Natural woodlands exist between the house and the road therefore a curving driveway was constructed through the woodlands to avoid cutting existing trees.
Endymion is the first new-build certified passive house in Prince Edward County. To meet Passive House standards and bear the varied climate of Canada’s hot summers and cold, snowy winters, industry standard materials were used to implement passive house principles, which help to lower energy use through improved insulation, airtightness, and thermal bridge free construction. As a result, heating and cooling costs are significantly lowered.
Passive Houses are designed and built for the long term, at least 100 years. Endymion stands as a showcase of delightful design, resilient, healthy, and comfortable architecture, acting as a catalyst to inspire other residents and communities to look towards Passive House and health in the future.
Bold shapes
THOMAS TAMPOLD YORKVILLE DESIGN CENTRE
whenyou can create a staircase that makes a home magical, your job as an architect and designer becomes so much more fulfilling. Such is the case in this residence designed by designed by Thomas Tampold, owner and architect at Yorkville Design Centre.
The staircase, which is a lyrical white ribbon, is a key feature in this incredible residence. The charcoal grey treads and white risers provide drama as does the pure sculptural form of the stair. The view of the stair from any angle is sheer perfection, but none as great as the
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view from the top looking down – as it becomes a geometric abstract painting.
Tompold doesn’t stop there, and his use of shape really works to create visual interest throughout the house. The kitchen, which benefits from the use of charcoal and white planes as the basis for the millwork, is joyfully accented by bright yellow pillows which add warmth and a sense of comfort. The primary bathroom with its unusually shaped recessed pie-shaped shower and floating tub is stunning in their opposition to one another. This residence is a stand-out and is a showcase of Thomas’s creativity. OD
A stair becomes pure sculpture
Allan Partridge
BRINGING CETANA’S VISIONARY INNISFIL DEVELOPMENT TO LIFE
TEXT BY NATASHA ARSENIJEVICH, CHIEF SUSTAINABILITY OFFICER, CETANA DEVELOPMENTS
inthe architectural realm, where audacious dreams often face the hard walls of reality, architect Allan Partridge stands out as a virtuoso who bridges the conceptual and the tangible. Based in Alberta, Canada, Partridge has become the pillar in actualizing the pioneering vision of the emerging developer Cetana for their inaugural project in Innisfil, Ontario.
Cetana operates with a mission that is both ambitious and socially responsible. They aim to “reimagine community development through the lens of sustainability and wellness”, with a focus on climate adaptation and people-centric designs. Despite being in its early stages, their Innisfil development is already shaping up to be a beacon of change in the built environment, thanks to Allan Partridge’s invaluable contributions.
Set to redefine the architectural landscape of Innisfil by Lake Simcoe, Cetana’s upcoming community development project resonates with progressive design ethos and innovative engineering. Spanning 0.5 km adjacent to the lake, this mixed-use development encompasses eight to 10 state-of-the-art buildings. Ground floors are earmarked for retail, seamlessly merging with residential units in the subsequent storeys. Key for professionals in the building design and construction sector, the project prioritizes sustainable methodologies: following the principles of zero carbon framework, one planet living, LEED Platinum, WELL, and Fitwel. A closed-loop resource system management, urban agriculture, and the use of low-carbon materials reflect a design deeply rooted in sustainability. Biophilic design principles, encompassing natural light access, living walls, and greenspaces, demonstrate a
commitment to holistic well-being within urban development. The project also promotes local economic vitality by prioritizing local independent businesses in its commercial spaces. Furthermore, the inclusion of an arts and crafts centre, and designated areas for seasonal festivities marks an intersection of design, utility, and culture.
Acknowledging the importance of community support structures, Cetana will introduce a unique lending structure for residents. This development is not just a project; it’s a showcase of what’s achievable when design, engineering, and sustainability converge.
Cetana’s foundational pillar of sustainability finds its full expression in Partridge’s architectural designs. The Alberta-based architect has been instrumental in selecting natural materials that not only stand the test of time but also harmonize with the local environment.
Economy, environment, quality of life
His choices align perfectly with Cetana’s dedication to climate adaptation principles, helping the project stride towards its sustainability goals.
The architecture of these buildings pays a profound homage to the quintessential Canadian lakeside community. Drawing inspiration from the serene landscapes and the gentle undulations of the lakeshores, the structures are sculpted in organic shapes that echo the contours of nature. Materials have been thoughtfully chosen to resonate with the local environment, effortlessly blending the built with the natural. Generous inclusions of natural light not only infuse the spaces with warmth but also capture the shimmering reflections reminiscent of sunlit waters. Complementing this is the naturalized landscaping, which ensures that the surroundings seamlessly extend into the design. The buildings, in essence, are more than mere structures; they are a harmonious integration of the Canadian lakeside’s beauty, tranquility, and spirit.
Partridge has not only designed spaces that can host local businesses but has done so with unique, curved building shapes that elevate the aesthetic appeal of the community. These design choices not only drive property values but also lay the groundwork for a thriving local economy, resonating with Cetana’s desire for tangible, collective impact.
Health and wellness considerations are ingeniously interwoven into the project’s design through Partridge’s vision for common spaces. His design plans include communal areas that facilitate social interaction and physical well-being. Such thoughtful inclusions manifest Cetana’s commitment to people-centric designs, aiming for a community that is as healthy as it is beautiful. OD
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A dramatic space for living
LISA RENZETTI – BIG STYLE DESIGN
using a grey palette, accented by charcoal and black, Lisa Renzetti, of Big Style Design, created a dramatic, modern home in Woodbridge. Renzetti has drawn attention to the lines, planes and edges that make up the composition of this stunning home.
In the living area, the black framed windows, black fireplace base, and black dining chairs punctuate the space, while the grey beams and the grey fireplace tile adds shape to the space.
In the kitchen, the black fluted vent hood façade and dark grey countertop anchor the space, while the angles and millwork in the wine room add a dynamic element – which is enclosed with a black framed glass door.
The galley style kitchen is small, but functional, and the design decision to paint the baseboards and door trim black adds an element of interest to the room.
Dramatic design elements create a successful space
The sleek black mono stringer staircase benefits from white oak treads, and matching rectangular handrails unifies the theme in the home. The same tile used on the fireplace is repeated here but used vertically to bring the eye up as one climbs the stairs.
The black towel warmer is reminiscent of the black framed windows, and the neutral tones of the shower, coupled with the skylight and brass accents, perfects this bathroom.
The chandelier over the dining table adds sparkle, glamour, and lightness over the heavy wooden table. Other notable features include the modern millwork in the bedroom, the wooden frame around the dining room doorway, and the stone in the powder room. OD
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A bit of bling
SODA POP DESIGN
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Pop Design Build has created a serene home with neutral tones, pale green elements, and gold accents.
The elegant bathroom offers a blend of modern and traditional and the use of textures and patterns on the walls adds visual interest without being too overpowering.
Gold shower fixtures, glass hardware and lighting complete the look. A custom storage tower and make-up table make this bathroom functional, as well as beautiful.
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The kitchen cabinets make the most of the vertical space and continue to the ceiling with glass display cabinets. The valances, made of gold metal, offer a bit of bling, and add a lively border to the cabinets. The distinct rectangular shape of the valances is repeated with the chunky gold cabinets handles. The pale green island works well with the oak flooring and adds warmth to the space. The key feature
here is the custom tile backsplash and hood surround which make the cooktop an artistic showpiece. The gold lighting, hung at varying levels, adds pizzaz and the forms repeat the shape of the tile at the cooktop backsplash – which provides a unifying element to the space. The simplicity of the dining area, with plush pale green chairs makes this space the perfect setting for a relaxing breakfast. OD
A restful oasis for a growing family
LISA KOOISTRA DESIGN
a young couple purchased a home in the desired, mature Rosaland community in south Burlington. They wanted a place for their family to grow with their young daughter. Lisa Kooistra was up to the challenge and transformed a 1970s house into a modern, functional oasis for a growing family.
Kooistra designed two additions which added a primary bedroom, ensuite and large family room at the rear of the home. Her goals included creating beauty through a neutral palette with textures, warm earthy tones, and patterns for visual variety. Sustainability was also an important goal for Kooistra and the family. All design decisions
included sustainable product selection such as soapstone. Local sourcing was an important decision for flooring and lighting, and all furniture was local or Canadian made.
The subtle use of colour such as pale green, blue and beige make this home a relaxing, yet visually interesting environment. The result is a home that is delightfully minimalist, visually restrained and provides spaces that serve as a backdrop to a growing family. OD
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Uneasiness in a well-renovated house
THE IMPORTANCE OF MENTAL HEALTH IN RESIDENTIAL DESIGN
TEXT BY ONAH JUNG, OAA, AIA, LEED AP
warm and sunny fall weather provides many outdoor activities: family picnics at the local park, coffee meetings and magazine reading while relaxing on my deck. But perhaps the most interesting and somewhat esoteric activity – visiting afternoon open houses. I like visiting homes for sale, and I have a hunch that I may not be the only person with this unusual (but surprisingly common) inclination. On a recent visit to a home with a complete renovation, I had a few observations.
The house felt much bigger than I had imagined from the outside. The entire living room rear wall opened towards the backyard. This was coupled with an open concept living, dining and kitchen space which should have created uplifting and positive emotions. However, this was not my experience. In fact, I experienced uneasiness.
Numerous windows did not promote feeling of well-being
Why? The view was less than compelling. The backyard featured a small leftover rectangular area enclosed by 3 neighbouring houses. The claustrophobic feeling came from the tight, dark area which did not entice
me to go out, even though the wooden deck was built beautifully. One can hope that the backyard was unfinished, and that the new owner will plan to make it a green oasis.
Then, during my walk-through of the home, it was apparent that too much storage made me feel disorientated.
Almost every wall in the home was subjected to cupboards, closets, and hidden storage. Even the bedrooms, which were small, were made tiny by overwhelmingly large closets. The idea of ‘breathability for mental clarity’ in space was not a priority in the overall design. Unfortunately, the primary bedroom, which contained a king-sized bed was accented with a small, very sad window above the headboard. It seems scale was also ignored. My balance felt ‘off’.
Finally, the basement had no visual connection to the outside and left me feeling uneasy, anxious, and uncomfortable. There was almost no daylight – except for one miniscule bedroom window. Even with the many high-quality upgrades made, I could not visualize the space as a joyful living area.
Residential design is not only about function of space, but also about creating spaces that promote mental health and well-being. During the pandemic, we all became more aware of the importance of this issue, as isolation took its toll on many of us. Designing to promote positive feelings, thoughts, and emotions should not be overlooked in the design process. The psychology of space is an important part of our profession and understanding how people are affected by colour, scale, light and connection to the outdoors forms the basic building blocks of design. Even small, seemingly negligible interventions in space, affect our mood and behaviour.
During your next project, I encourage you to pay more attention to how people may feel in a space. What emotions might they experience? How can you help them feel more happy, relaxed, and peaceful in this chaotic world? I also encourage you to examine the principles and elements of design which include scale, balance, pattern, repetition, emphasis, proportion, movement, contrast, and white space – which can all be used to take unity to a higher level. OD
Onah Jung OAA, AIA, LEED AP is a Principal Architect at Studio Jonah in Toronto with varied experience in diverse North American architectural projects. She takes on roles as a firm leader and an educator, teaching design courses at OCAD University. Her expertise extends to Biophilic Design, Green Roof Design and Designing for Sustainability, making her a valuable resource for both her firm’s clients, and students seeking design insights.
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THE EPITOME OF GREAT CANADIAN DESIGN
thefine craftsmanship of the Brothers Dressler makes them a fan favourite. Their ability to create distinctly Canadian designed objects has always resonated with enthusiasts. Most recently, they were commissioned to create furniture for the lobby at the newly opened ‘Well’ at Spadina and Front in Toronto.
In collaboration with the architecture and interior design team at Hariri Pontarini, the Brothers Dressler (Lars and Jason) have created reclaimed wood furniture that perfectly blends art, form, and function.
Not only do their creations add warmth to the space but they provide functional seating and a gathering place for visitors and building occupants. This year long project involved the reuse of century old timber salvaged from the former Globe and Mail building at the site. There were over 30 pieces, including parametric benches, tables, chairs, and planters. OD
The Yorkville project
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number one when designing a space: Never compete with a view.
In the Yorkville project by Level Studios, the incredible panoramic views of Toronto were mesmerizing, and design elements were strategically used to emphasize these vistas. An art collection was used to inspire the design
choices and colour, pattern and materiality were used to reinforce the drama of the view. The result is a home that is whimsical, fun, and full of life. A dramatic entry in the foyer creates a bold first impression of the rooms that follow.
Alternating black and white marble floors installed on a diagonal introduce movement into the space and are paired with textured purple wallpaper. This space features two original pieces by Canadian artist Jane Waterous.
The client’s love of wine translates into this custom designed wine display in rift cut white oak – a material which is also repeated in the kitchen to offer a sense of unity. The kitchen also utilizes highly veined marble for the large island and backsplash, which creates a focal point in the space.
In the dining area, an original print by Andy Warhol of Wayne Gretzky that is signed by both Andy and Wayne was the inspiration for the blue and purple colour used in this open living area and sits above a playful burgundy sideboard with polka dots.
A large dining table for eight with a walnut base and dark grey slate top is paired with dark grey tub chairs, perfect for everyday use for this family with two young children.
As we move to the bedroom areas, the powder room features a white marble sink complemented with a wallpaper that incorporates oranges, purple and reds. These colours are also reflected in three butterfly pieces by Canadian artist Franco DeFrancesca at the end of this hall opposite the custom wine display.
The primary bedroom is the softest room in the home with subtle bursts of green and yellow and a pop of orange. An original piece by American Artist Craig Alan titled “All You Need is (Green)” is placed above a porcelain top desk paired with the iconic Her Chair in a striking glossy orange. Greys, beiges, and soft yellows are used throughout to create a more serene and relaxing retreat with a feature wall that incorporates a grey fluted headboard combined with dark grey textured wallpaper and an offset floor to ceiling slab of quartz that centres a nightstand and aligns an existing bulkhead.
The ensuite was designed to feel like a luxurious spa with a pop of fun in the toilet room inspired by some witty artwork over the freestanding tub. And yes, that is Batman pouring tea on a train car!
Black and white marble is used again to continue the relationships throughout the entire space, and it is paired with gold hardware and accents. A softer grey wallpaper completes this luxurious ensuite. One of the bedrooms was transformed into an office and uses orange and red against a dark grey wallpaper. An original piece by Italian artist Marco Grassi sits atop the desk. A matching Him Chair, also in striking orange, sits opposite the desk. Custom millwork was designed to be a great focal point for Zoom meetings with plenty of storage and the iconic Eames lounge chair in white leather and walnut frame completes the space. OD
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PHOTOS BY BEN RAHN, A-FRAME
in a bold move, Bank of Montreal (BMO) is relocating 3,000 employees working in business and personal banking throughout Toronto to a single location atop four floors at Eaton Centre, one of Ontario’s largest shopping malls in the city’s downtown area.
The new 346,401-sq.-ft. workplace, a former Sears store with massive floorplates (75,011 to 94,743-sq. ft.) and escalators typical of a department store, will support BMO’s evolution to a digitally enabled future-ready bank. Through the adaptive reuse of a space never intended for the financial industry, BMO is bringing its professionals together for greater connectivity and inclusion.
The move underlines the bank’s creative and visionary tradition that has played a dynamic, innovative role in the city’s long history. The first two floors, four and five, are now complete and staff has settled in. Floors six and seven will be ready for occupancy in 2024.
Designed for visibility
The campus design emphasizes visual connection. In contrast to an office tower where you move from floor to floor but cannot see the groups located there, the positioning of departments as neighborhoods within the large floorplates establishes compelling sight lines. Employees can see one another horizontally and vertically while traveling on the site’s escalators, creating a sense of relationship and encouraging interaction.
As a major design feature, the escalators seem to float between a pair of 100-ft. high
atriums cut through the floors under rooftop skylights. The escalator structures are enhanced with a kaleidoscope of vibrant but soft hues based on the emotional impact of colour in relationship to space – an aesthetic statement emphasizing the importance of these critical arteries for movement throughout the workplace. Two different consultants/artists were engaged to work in various areas of the campus, as well as within internal stairwells where graphics enhance the user experience.
Through 12-ft. tall glass windows added to the site’s previously windowless exterior walls, employees have a visual connection to
the thriving activity and commerce of Dundas Square and a sense of their immersion in the flourishing activity of the consumers they serve.
Inclusivity and amenities
BMO’s commitment to an inclusive work environment is understood through a variety of features. There are prayer and meditation rooms, mother’s rooms, a foot-washing station, and a space for smudging with augmented ventilation for ceremonies. In addition, the fourth floor entrance signage written in English, Bangla, Anishinaabemowin, Arabic, French, Chinese,
Hindi, and Spanish speaks to employees on a more personal level.
With such large floorplates, ease of navigation is key. Wide corridors as well as generous circulation within conference rooms ensure accessibility for wheelchairs and scooters. Elevators use voice activation. Signage includes Braille and colour-coded cardinal zone directions for wayfinding. Additionally, each floor features a signature shade of blue
derived from BMO brand colours, the lightest blue on the lowest floor that receives the least light from the atriums to the darkest blue on the top floor. Storytelling graphics based on BMO brand themes – innovation, community, connection, and sustainability – further distinguish and enhance each floor.
Multiple amenities include a recreation room with stadium seating and foosball and ping pong tables that are easily stowed during events.
A wellness centre accommodates yoga/ fitness classes and health seminars. Two Connection Cafes with coffee bars on each floor are located at the foot of the escalator and elevator lobby for convenience and to encourage casual interaction. A larger community hub adjacent to a roof deck will be on the top floor with a barista bar and micro-mart.
Sustainable practices
With sustainability as a primary objective, BMO chose renovation and repurposing rather than a new build. An array of innovative features include energy-efficient mechanical, electrical, and lighting systems, as well as water-conserving fixtures and a centralized waste-management strategy that helps reduce CO2 emissions from landfills. For lighting, there is a harvesting system. Moreover, two subway stations within the mall make the use of public transit an attractive option.
The decision to omit the unnecessary material of dropped ceilings at the Connection Cafés was based on sustainability. The higher ceilings throughout the workplace improve airflow and acoustics, ensuring less noise but enough noise to keep the environment stimulating. Insulation sprayed on ceilings and patterned felt walls provide additional sound absorption as does fireproofing materials. The campus is targeting LEED Gold certification.
Workspaces
Open spaces and dedicated quiet zones as well as informal meeting spaces with flexible furniture and whiteboard walls are on every floor. The bank uses a hybrid-work model and seating is unassigned although there
is a reservation system. Both bookable and touchdown workstations are available. A variety of collaboration nooks, conference rooms, focus rooms, and telephone rooms offer choice, complementing activity-based work. Workstations are positioned in daylit areas with L-shaped desks that can easily transform into harvest-style tables.
Final thoughts
The repositioning of this iconic property, originally a single-use facility now adapted for mixed-use, as BMO’s innovative workspace for inclusivity, sustainability, employee comfort, and productivity portends the potential of a variety of space types as intriguing candidates for creative repositioning. OD
Canadian design
ISN’T IT TIME FOR SOMETHING MORE THAN HOCKEY STICKS, ANTLERS AND MAPLE SYRUP?
TEXT BY TODD FALKOWSKY
howdo we define design in Canada? Without a design movement or iconic object that conjures our national creative spirit, it may be an impossible task. If asked about design, those in the know might offer the iPhone or an Eames chair, but almost no one will say the Blackberry or a Patty Johnson chair.
We know other countries might be handling their design histories better, telling their stories louder, or understanding how design drives identity and innovation. But why should we care? People love HBC striped things, Tim’s Double Doubles, and the Toyota Rav4 as the bestselling car in the country.
I care, and after dedicating decades to the promotion of Canadian design, I reached a pivotal juncture. I had established a national archive, but realised that it was time to welcome new voices and perspectives to shape the next chapter. Farewell to The Canadian Design Resource, and a warm welcome to Nor, an evolving and inclusive collection of Canadian design – a collaborative and communal effort aimed at documenting, preserving, and critically examining our material culture, and a vital way to make sense of the contemporary world.
The pandemic had a silver lining, becoming the moment needed to reset the eighteen-year-old archive. We wanted to challenge our thinking, and organised dozens of working groups to collect ideas
from designers, community builders, archivists, activists, and business minds. We surveyed stakeholders to think about what they needed most, what would elevate the creative industries, and what design even means to the many different people on this land.
Design culture emerges when we allow these elements to coexist, appreciating and learning from the connections between them. It involves recognizing what’s absent and making efforts to identify and fill those gaps. Preservation is essential, not as a static relic but as a dynamic entity improved through critical examination.
It is not a passive design museum, but a living common of Canadian design. Open, with everything mashed together to discover what the country is capable of. A rabble of creativity, illustration meeting fashion, architecture beside graphic design, craft challenging industrial design, and more. The archive is an entrance, a voyeur, wondering what could be, a collection of design’s possibilities and impacts. Ultimately becoming a gigantic journey into what Made In Canada means and exploring if our identity can be found in the things we make.
Visit nor.design to join us. OD
I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Joel Derksen, Patrick Pittman, Tom Creighton, and the rest of the team, for their visionary thinking and steadfast efforts in charting this exciting new direction.
Cheers to the 40th
ARIDO Gala
The Association of Registered Interior Designers of Ontario (ARIDO) Awards Gala, this year in its 40th edition, returned to an in-person format on October 5th, creating a more immersive and celebratory experience. The choice of the iconic Fairmont Royal York Hotel in downtown Toronto added a touch of grandeur to this edition.
The Gala started off with a lively reception, setting the evening filled with excitement and celebration. Guests, dressed in their finest attire, mingled and exchanged greetings as they sipped on their complimentary champagne provided by Reception Sponsor Caesarstone.
The reception area was transformed into a haven of comfort and style with exquisite furniture products from sponsor ARD Outdoor. The quality craftsmanship of ARD Outdoor’s products created an inviting environment for guests to relax, mingle, and engage in lively conversations throughout the evening.
Guests unleashed their creativity, striking a variety of poses, making funny faces, and engaging in playful actions to create the perfect Instagram-worthy reel at the 360 photo booth sponsored by Weston Premium Woods.
As the reception unfolded, anticipation for the main event was building up, and the guests reveled in the enchanting atmosphere created by the combination of music, decor, and the company of fellow attendees.
The focal point of the gala, stealing everyone’s attention, was the magnificent stage backdrop crafted by Stage Partner YA Phygital Fabrica from recycled and repurposed materials. The backdrop not only showcased ARIDO’s commitment to sustainability but also served as a stunning visual representation of the Gala’s 40-year celebration.
The ceremony was hosted by ARIDO President Sabrina Carinci, and Executive Director Sharon Portelli. Reflecting on the past 40 years was a fantastic way to acknowledge the journey and growth of ARIDO.
A walk down of each of the decades from ARIDO’s past by 40th Anniversary Partners; Cosentino, Shaw Contract, Steelcase, POI and sponsor Caesarstone added a historical perspective to the ceremony, allowing attendees to visually experience the evolution of the association, bringing back memories for longstanding members of the ARIDO community while providing younger professionals with insights into the organization’s rich history.
The diverse categories of CARE, EAT + STAY, LEARN, WORK, CRAFT, DISTINCT, and PRESERVE + RESTORE demonstrated the multifaceted nature of interior design, showcasing the impact it has across various aspects of our lives. 14 awards
The ballroom was adorned with floral arrangements, and the scent of fresh flowers wafted through the air. The chandeliers overhead cast a warm glow, adding to the overall glamour of the event.
were given to Registered members, as well as the Gary Hewson Scholarship which was awarded to 9 Bachelor of Interior Design Students from across Ontario. Acknowledging the contribution of Award Sponsors; Prolink, Mohawk Group, Teknion, Founded by Garcia + HALCON, Marant Construction Ltd, and ARIDO GTA Chapter. This collaboration with Award Sponsors reflects a shared commitment to excellence and achievement within the community or industry represented by the gala. Congratulations to all the 2023 ARIDO Award winners. The winners’ experience was made even more special as they stepped down from the stage, holding their well-deserved awards and receiving a thoughtful gift certificate from Supporting Sponsor Benjamin Moore & Co.
The award presentation continued seamlessly, with everyone delighting in a sumptuous dinner sponsored by Dinner Sponsor Svend Nielsen Ltd. The shared enjoyment of the delicious food became a bonding experience, adding to the overall warmth and conviviality of the gala.
As the dinner wrapped up, the much-awaited after-party heightened, promising an exciting continuation of the celebration and a perfect way to conclude the Gala in style. Acknowledging the generous support of Blum Canada Ltd, Publishing Partners Canadian Interiors and Media Partners Next Home, enhancing various aspects of the event.
The ARIDO Awards Gala continues to be the industry’s premier design awards event in Ontario. Celebrating accomplishments, milestones, and sharing memories and stories from the community not only enriches but also strengthens the sense of camaraderie within the industry.
For more information on the Awards Gala contact ARIDO Events Coordinator Clenton Afonso at cafonso@arido.ca
Winning Projects
CRAFT
The Hive
Interior Designers: Joanne Chan, ARIDO; Bruce Freeman, ARIDO; Glenn Cheng, ARIDO
Design Firm: SDI Design
Photographer: Scott Norsworthy
CARE
Institute for Specialized Medicine & Intervention (ISMI)
Interior Designers: Sara Dagovic, ARIDO; Allison King, ARIDO
Design Team: Susan Chang, ARIDO; Rowena Au Yeung, ARIDO
Design Firm: HOK
Photographer: Langlois Photo
DISTINCT
Elevator Cabs
Interior Designers: Michel Arcand, ARIDO; Donald Parker, ARIDO
Design Firm: IN8 Design Inc.
Design Team: Gillian Gregory, ARIDO
Photographer: Tom Arban Photography Inc.
EAT+STAY
Florette Restaurant + Bar
Interior Designer: Dyonne Fashina, ARIDO
Design Firm: Denizens of Design Inc.
Photographer: Scott Norsworthy
LEARN
CIBC Conference and Learning Centre
Interior Designers: Annie Bergeron, ARIDO; Yen Lee, ARIDO; Staci McCrindle, ARIDO
Design Firm: Gensler
Design Team: Jessica Mascarenhas, ARIDO; Joshua Fajardo, Intern, ARIDO; Maggie Chen, Intern, ARIDO Photographer: Nic Lehoux
School of Continuing Studies
Interior Designers: Martha del Junco, ARIDO; Tsvetelina Rabashki, ARIDO
Design Firm: Perkins&Will
Photographer: DoubleSpace Photography and Tom Arban Photography
Weldon Library Revitalization
Phase One
Interior Designer: Martha del Junco, ARIDO
Design Firm: Perkins&Will
Design Team: Melinda Rigole, ARIDO
Co-Design Joint Venture: Cornerstone Architecture
WORK
Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
Canadian Headquarters
Interior Designers: Caitlin Turner, ARIDO; Kristina Kamenar, ARIDO
Design Firm: HOK
Design Team: Jenna Walsh, ARIDO; Brittany Tod, ARIDO
Photographer: Klassen Photography and Karl Hipolito
Google Montreal
Interior Designer: Anthony Orasi, ARIDO
Design Firm: iN STUDIO
Design Team: Sarah Stafford, ARIDO; Rosemary Ratkaj, ARIDO; Justin In, ARIDO; Alexandra Dobrzynski, ARIDO; Vince Zhao, Intern ARIDO; Clancy Snook, ARIDO
Photographer: Gillian Jackson
Minto Group Inc.
Interior Designer: Susan Brewster, ARIDO
Design Firm: places&spaces
Photographer: Kevin Belanger
Nutrien River Landing
Interior Designers: Janine Grossmann, ARIDO; Danielle Leon, ARIDO; Design Firm: Perkins&Will
Co-Design Joint Venture: Group2
Architecture Interior Design Ltd.
Design Team: Lindsey Furik, Intern, ARIDO
Photographer: Ben Rahn, A-Frame Studio
Interior Designers: Annie Bergeron, ARIDO; Jessica Baird, ARIDO; Abigail David, ARIDO
Design Firm: Gensler
Design Team: Nina Bast, ARIDO
Photographer: Ben Rahn, A-Frame Studio
Sony Music
Interior Designer: Anthony Orasi, ARIDO
Design Firm: iN STUDIO
Design Team: Betty Chor, Intern, ARIDO; Katy Krause, ARIDO
Photographer: Steve Tsai
Spadina Workplace
Interior Designers: Caroline Robbie, ARIDO; Andrea Hall, ARIDO; Julie Sumairski, ARIDO
Design Firm: BDP Quadrangle
Design Team: Stephanie Wiebe, ARIDO
Photographer: Adrien Williams
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Fold House sits on the grounds of a Georgian Revival-style mansion that dates to the 1870s
Fold House PARTISANS ARCHITECTS
it’s hard to imagine a more graceful structure than the Fold House designed by Partisians Architects. The Fold House, located in Hamilton, is both a guest and pool house. A lyrical timber and steel roof covers the pool pavilion. The roof then bows down to the ground to encompass steps up to the roof before curving back up to meet a two-storey guest house.
The wood structure, made of white oak, was steamed and bent in a compression chamber. This ‘innovative’ approach was
used by ancient Egyptians, Vikings and during the 1800s by Thonet to make his popular rocking chairs. The Partisian approach here is both dramatic and understated at once. The drama comes from the unexpectedness of the structure almost like a bird perched upon a green landscape. It is somewhat understated as it blends in perfectly with the surrounding elements – at home with nature.
Most interestingly, Fold House sits on the grounds of a Georgian Revival-style mansion that dates to the 1870s. This dichotomy is powerful and is a testament to both the client and the architect’s willingness to be innovative – which often leads to the very best surprises.
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Partisans was founded in 2012 and is led by Alex Josephson, Pooya Baktash and Jonathan Friedman.
Sustainable, poetic architecture
MORIYAMA TESHIMA ARCHITECTS
Raymond Moriyama
was a visionary architect. The co-founder of Moriyama Teshima Architects and the designer behind some of Canada’s most influential buildings, passed away at the age of 93 on Sept. 1, 2023. Renowned for designing major buildings across the world, including the Canadian War Museum, Ontario Science Centre and the Canadian Embassy in Tokyo, Moriyama focused on creating humane buildings reflecting ideals of democracy, equality, and inclusivity. He leaves a lasting legacy in the buildings he created and the firm that lives on in his name.
OSSTF Headquarters
OSSTF Headquarters
Moriyama Teshima Architects (MTA) are deeply committed to environmental responsibility and sustainability in the built environment and are a leader in the field. Their integrated approach to sustainability in the overall improvement of a building’s performance is a holistic one, utilizing best practices with the goal of significantly reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions to achieve as close to net-zero as possible. Raymond Moriyama founded MTA in 1958 with the health and wellbeing of our planet as a core principle. The firm’s core values of generative, generous, and regenerative design are founded in that ideology and drives them to improve the ways of designing and building with the planet in mind. MTA makes positive changes legible, improving the daily lives of those who experience their designs – inspiring awareness and ultimately, change. MTA believes that healthy communities require inspiring public places and inspiring experiences, designing places with both agency and responsibility to practice and explore the lowest carbon solutions. They seek to foster resilience, both environmental and cultural, in every project by developing unique, contextually appropriate solutions, while prioritizing a holistic approach to sustainability. This sentiment is echoed throughout their decades-long portfolio of work, from the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa completed in 2005, whose design included what was at the time Canada’s largest green roof that incorporated Indigenous tall-grass species found along the Ottawa River, creating a self-sustaining ecosystem that provides additional insulation to reduce energy loss while moderating any urban heat island effect, to the soon to be completed projects, such as Limberlost Place for George Brown College, which will re-write building codes for tall, mass timber, assembly buildings. Including Limberlost Place, MTA currently has 8 mass timber projects in various stages of design and 3 mass timber projects under construction, including the Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation Headquarters targeting LEED Platinum. Both Limberlost Place and the OSSTF Headquarters projects include innovative design, engineering, and operations strategies to target net-zero carbon emissions. This means that the already low embodied carbon of their structures, envelopes, and interior finishes will be even further offset by the large amount of carbon sequestered in these buildings’ mass timber structural systems. MTA’s successful work with mass timber, from authorities, to proof-of-concept design-assist collaboration with fabricators, has led to advancements in the industry and has removed barriers for other projects looking to employ mass timber construction.
Limberlost Place, George Brown College
LOCATION: TORONTO, ONTARIO
CLIENT: GEORGE BROWN COLLEGE
SIZE: 225,000 SQ.FT
STATUS: UNDER CONSTRUCTION
*Moriyama Teshima Architects with Acton Ostry Architects
Limberlost Place, a new addition to the George Brown College’s Waterfront Campus, is a ten-storey, low-carbon building that will feature ecological innovation across its entire life cycle. A model for 21st century smart, sustainable, green building innovation throughout the country, the 225,000 sq.ft, net-zero carbon emissions Limberlost Place sets a precedent through its mass timber structural solution – accelerating the development of the Canadian forest products industry. Currently under construction in Toronto, this building achieves the highest levels of municipal targets, well in advance of the 2030 TEDI, TEUI, and GHGI reductions.
The future home of George Brown College’s school of architecture, the large span, beamless structure will enable demising walls to expand and contract, providing flexibility of sizes for a variety of learning spaces.
The angled apex of the roof structure will speak to future advancements of tall wood technologies as well as the development of net positive and low carbon building methodologies. The outer bars will house classrooms, labs, and administrative offices that look outward towards the Water’s Edge Promenade, Sherbourne Common, and the upcoming School of Design.
As the first tall wood building in Ontario, the design provides generous spaces focused on wellbeing and sustainability. The building form and façade will be shaped to maximize access to natural light and fresh air. Two solar chimneys located on the east and west façades will be used to create a sustainable system of natural convection, drawing air up and through the building from operable windows. A Lean Design Process aided the development of the assembly sequence for the floor, roof, and envelope elements. OD
Limberlost Place
Limberlost Place
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LUXE STONE AND TILE
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Miele Canada
Founded in Germany in 1899 with a single promise of Immer Besser, meaning Forever Better, Miele is the world’s leading manufacturer of premium domestic appliances. A family-run enterprise, now in its fourth generation, is headquartered in Germany. A premium appliance brand represented on all continents including Canada, Miele is committed to the highest quality, performance, and environmental standards. Miele’s range of exceptional products includes appliances for cooking, cooling, dishwashing, laundry and coffee.
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Regency Fireplace Products
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Stylish International Inc.
We are a proudly Canadian company that has been designing and manufacturing modern and innovative sinks and faucets for over a decade, with the aim of making life in the kitchen easier, more efficient, and more enjoyable. Our team is led by qualified engineers with extensive experience in the industry, who have made innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement a part of our culture. Our aspiration is to transform kitchens into spaces where families gather, fostering joyful memories by seamlessly blending practicality with modern design.
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AV Stretch Ceilings ....................................58
Barbeques Galore ................................41,66
Buildings Show, The ..................................65
Cosentino .................................................13,66
DDA ..................................................................36
Enbridge ...................................................66,71
Flerco ..........................................................19,66
Goemans Appliances .........................35,66
IDC – Interior Designers of Canada .....................................................42
IDS – Interior Design Show.....................62
Kitchen & Bath Expo................................63
Liss Gallery...............................................55,66
Luxe Stone and Tile ...............................4,67
Miele ...........................................................72,67
Muraluxe..................................................20,67
National Home Show...............................64
NKBA................................................................29
Ontario Association of Architects ..................................................47
Regency Fireplace ..............................53,67
Rolltec Rolling Systems ....................55,67
SaunaFin...................................................47,67
Shadings ....................................................2,68
Sinterstone .............................................54,68
Stylish Sinks & Faucets ......................25,68
Tasco Appliances .................................33,68
Toronto International Design Centre ..............................................68
Triden Distributors ................................43,68
Vicostone ..................................................27,69
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