By Jim Harris
The Residences of 488 University Avenue, a mixed use tower in downtown Toronto, won’t officially open until summer 2018, but it is already considered a new city landmark. The retrofit of an existing 18 storey office tower, the final building will be 55 stories of glass and steel that ascends from a radiant podium. The building’s underground parking was excavated, its perimeter footprint was extended and its exterior was completely re-clad, making it a feat of engineering. A new 37-story condominium with 453 luxurious units will rise above the office component; with construction occurring all while the offices below remain open.
Toronto-based II BY IV DESIGN’s work on the 55-story commercial and residential project has earned it multiple awards since it became involved in the project five years ago.
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