With the Eglinton Line 5 Crosstown LRT expected to open in the near future, the Yonge and Eglinton intersection in Midtown Toronto is poised to become one of the city's most connected transportation hubs. The aptly named Line 5 Condos have been built nearby. Designed by Arcadis for Reserve Properties and Westdale Properties, these 38- and 39-story towers are located at 117 Broadway Avenue, west of Redpath Avenue.
Looking southeast at the Line 5 condominiums designed by Arcadis for Reserve Properties and Westdale Properties
When UrbanToronto last looked at the project in September 2021, the tower cranes had just been erected and the lower levels were taking shape.
This southwest-facing view in May 2022 shows the project reaching grade. The basic framework of the building's foundation is now visible, with concrete footings, plywood and wooden formwork arranged in a grid to support vertical rise. A series of rebar, encased in concrete to form the skeleton of the towers, mark the site. Two tower cranes rise up in the middle of the structure.
Looking southwest at the project reaching the grade, image by drum118, UrbanToronto forum contributor
Taken from above in August 2022, this expansive aerial view shows Reserve Properties and Westdale Properties' numerous projects in the area, all designed by Arcadis: The Line 5 condos are left of center, with the three 100 cranes Broadway Avenue and Untitled “Toronto” to the right. First, the construction of Line 5 began, then several floors of underground parking were built and the podium levels began to form, while Untitled and 100 Broadway are at their lowest level.
An aerial view looking west at Line 5 Condos (left), 100 Broadway Avenue (top right) and Untitled Toronto (bottom right), image by UrbanToronto Forum contributor Lamor
In April 2023, this southeast perspective shows the north tower rising in the foreground and the south tower rising behind it. Both are several stories above grade, with the seventh story formed by the north tower. Directly above, the tower crane lifts a bucket for pouring concrete. The installation of facade cladding and windows can now be seen in the lower levels of the south tower.
Looking southeast at the towers several stories above the site, image by UrbanToronto forum contributor Shammyjammy
By September 2023, the towers will have a more complete shape as they look northwest. Significant progress has been made in cladding, particularly on the south tower, where glass and steel extend more than halfway up the tower. The north tower follows this example, with its cladding extending back several floors.
Looking northwest at the towers from Mt Pleasant Road, image by UrbanToronto Forum contributor GenerationLee
This northeast-facing view focuses on the October 2023 South Tower, approximately two-thirds clad, while the alternating balcony edges now provide rhythmic visual interest. The podium positions are also clearly visible.
Looking northeast at the cladding and glazing of the towers and podium, image by drum118, UrbanToronto Forum contributor
Looking west at the site in February 2024, the south tower is basically at the top, while the north tower is a few floors behind. They reach final heights of 106.07 m and 113.99 m respectively.
The east elevations of both towers, image by Domenico, UrbanToronto Forum contributor
A southeastern view of the North Tower's podium highlights the architectural homage to the area's mid-century aesthetic fused with modern design elements. A striking feature is the building's balconies, whose projections alternate from floor to floor to create a visual “zipper” effect. This is highlighted by the balcony screens, where clear glass is interspersed with sections of black perforated metal for unobstructed views, highlighting the building's unique façade from different angles.
Looking east toward the North Tower podium, image by UrbanToronto Forum contributor Domenico
Line 5 Condos will feature a total of 1,010 residential units, just a 13-minute walk from Yonge Street and Eglinton Avenue.
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