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THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARKCLÉMENT BLANCHET ARCHITECTURE + RVTR + BATLLE I ROIGWith Arup, Scott Torrance Landscape Architect Inc. , Adamson Associates Architects, and SMART
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WATERFRONToronto
THE JACK LAYTON FERRY TERMINAL AND HARBOUR SQUARE PARKINNOVATIVE DESIGN COMPETITION
MARCH 09 2015
TABLE OF CONTENTS
JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK: INTRODUCTION 04
BRING THE CITY TO THE WATER… 08 RECOVERING HORIZONTALITY 10 THE CITY SLOPE 12 THE LIGHT HOUSE TERMINAL 20
…AND THE ISLANDS TO THE CITY 24 THE LANDSCAPES 26 THE WETLAND SCULPTURE PARK 28 THE POOL 30 THE DUNES 32 THE ORCHARD 34 THE PLAYSCAPE 36 THE FOREST 38 THE GROVE 40 THE PLAZA + YONGE STREET LOCK 42 THE LANDSCAPES PLANTING MATRIX 44
UNITY THROUGH DIVERSITY 46 THE BELVEDERE 50 MATERIAL EXPLORATION 52
SIMPLIFY THE COMPLEXITY 56 USERS 56 SITE FLOWS 58 NETWORKS 60 USER NARRATIVES 65
PHASE ONE: YOUNG DESIGNERS COMPETITION + CITY SLOPE SCAFFOLD p70
COMPETITION TEAM CREDITS p73
THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK
CLÉMENT BLANCHET ARCHITECTURE + RVTR + BATLLE I ROIGWith Arup, Scott Torrance Landscape Architect Inc. , Adamson Associates Architects, and SMART 01
VIEW FROM THE FERRY TO THE LIGHT HOUSE, THE BELVEDERE, AND THE CITY SLOPE02
THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK
CLÉMENT BLANCHET ARCHITECTURE + RVTR + BATLLE I ROIGWith Arup, Scott Torrance Landscape Architect Inc. , Adamson Associates Architects, and SMART 03
Jack Layton was a visionary leader who embodied the spirit
of hope, optimism, community, and democracy. We envision
the Jack Layton City Terminal Park: a place of gathering and
a gateway where the city meets the waterfront. This is among
the most prominent locations in the city where residents and
visitors can access the waterfront from Union Station via Bay
Street. It is a key moment that is currently a missing link in what
should be a continuous pedestrian experience from the well-
developed central portion of the waterfront to the emerging
eastern portion. The site is also the gateway from the city to the
islands, and from the islands to the city.
The masterplan framework and design elements depicted in the
following pages are intended as a strategy that will be developed
and refined through the extensive process of development and
stakeholder input.
Our masterplan for the Jack Layton City Terminal Park is
defined by three primary frameworks that we have developed
through our process of research and consultation: Bring the City
to the Water and the Islands to the City; Create Unity Through
Diversity; and Simplify the Complexity.
THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK: INTRODUCTION
BRING THE CITY TO THE WATER AND THE ISLANDS TO THE CITY.
The Toronto waterfront is currently being redeveloped as a
clearly defined public space parallel to the water’s edge. At
the main access streets, there is an opportunity to knit the
waterfront into the city with high-quality public spaces. We
propose the City Slope, a pedestrian extension of Bay Street.
This will be social carpet that lifts like a flying pier to overlook
the harbour, and also affords elevated views back toward the
city on its ramps and steps.
The Toronto Islands are places of pleasure, fun, play, and
summer retreat with family and friends. We propose that these
island experiences should begin right at the waterfront, even
before departing from the city. While the landscape concept for
the broader waterfront makes references to the landscapes of
Northern Ontario, this park will specifically borrow landscapes
from Southern Ontario: sand dunes, wetlands, orchards, and
coastal forests. A large playground and public swimming pool,
which converts into a skating rink in the winter, will make this
a place of year-round pleasure and play for visitors and local
residents alike. A Conservatory Garden on the second level of
the redesigned terminal building will provide a unique year-
round green space at the Waterfront, while also sustainably
conditioning the Terminal building. Its height allows the
Terminal to act like a lighthouse, a beacon on the cityscape that
will be clearly visible from the islands.
CREATE UNITY THROUGH DIVERSITY. Connecting in the
east-west direction across the waterfront, we reinterpret the
promenade from the Waterfront Toronto Strategic Plan into
an elevated Belvedere that crosses and connects the diverse
spaces and landscapes between the York and Yonge Street Slips.
Fully accessible at multiple points and intersecting with the
City Slope, The Belvedere allows for the continuous pedestrian
waterfront experience to cross over the secure zone of the
Terminal. It also provides a unique vantage point for observing
activities in the Inner Harbour, and a place from which to view
the comings and goings of the ferries.
SIMPLIFY THE COMPLEXITY. Multiple user groups, often with
conflicting needs, use the site on a daily basis. The Jack Layton
City Terminal Park needs to work for everyone and be a place
that all can enjoy. The City Slope, the Belvedere and the new
Light House Terminal building will allow a diverse mix of users
to more easily access and traverse the site, and will connect to
Toronto’s network of urban transportation and recreation. At the
same time, logistical and ferry operations will be streamlined,
allowing for smoother operation and less congestion.
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THE WETLAND
SCULPTURE PARK
YORK ST. SLIP
THE POOLTHE DUNES
THE ORCHARDTHE PLAYSCAPE
THE FOREST
THE BELVEDERE
PAVILIONS
PATHWAYS
THE LIGHT HOUSE
TERMINALTHE GROVE
THE FERRY DOCKS
YONGE ST. SLIP
THE CITY SLOPE
THE PLAZA
THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK
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THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK SITE PLAN06
THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK
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BRING THE CITY TO THE WATER...
THE SITE IS AN IMPORTANT GATEWAY WHERE THE CITY MEETS THE WATER
AND THE WATER ENTERS THE CITY.
The historic expansion of Toronto’s urban territory into the
inner harbor is now complete, and the water’s edge is being
redeveloped as a premiere public space by the Waterfront
Strategic Plan. However, the connections along the major axis
still need to be strengthened, in order to knit the public spaces
of the city streets to those at the water’s edge.
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BAY STREETBAY STREET
YORK STR EE
T
YORKS TREET
LRT
LRT
LRT
LRT
STREET NAM
E
STREET NAM
E
STREET NAME
1818
1818
1851
Yonge Street Dockc.1850 - c.1890
1818
1851
1878
BAY STREETBAY STREET
YORK STR EE
T
YORKS TREET
LRT
LRT
LRT
LRT
STREET NAM
E
STREET NAM
E
STREET NAME
1851
1818
Yonge Street Dockc.1850 - c.1890
1878
Toronto Ferry Companyc.1890 - 1918
1910
Yonge Street Dockc.1850 - c.1890
Toronto Ferry Companyc.1890 - 1918
1818
1851
1878
1910
BAY STREETBAY STREET
YORK STR EE
T
YORKS TREET
LRT
LRT
LRT
LRT
STREET NAM
E
STREET NAM
E
STREET NAMEToronto Transportation Commission1918 - 1972
1947
1851
1818
PRESENT
Yonge Street Dockc.1850 - c.1890
1878
Toronto Ferry Companyc.1890 - 1918
1910
1818
1851
1878
1910
1947
Yonge Street Dockc.1850 - c.1890
Toronto Ferry Companyc.1890 - 1918
Toronto Transportation Commission1918 - 1972
BAY STREETBAY STREET
YORK STR EE
T
LRT
LRT
LRT
LRT
STREET NAM
E
STREET NAM
E
STREET NAME
1918 - 1972
1947
1851
1818
MASTERPLAN BOARDWALK
Yonge Street Dockc.1850 - c.1890
1878
Toronto Ferry Companyc.1890 - 1918
1910
BAY STREETBAY STREET
YORK STR EE
T
YORKS TREET
LRT
LRT
LRT
LRT
STREET NAM
E
STREET NAM
E
STREET NAMEToronto Transportation Commission1918 - 1972
Yonge Street Dockc.1850 - c.1890
Toronto Ferry Companyc.1890 - 1918
1818
1851
1878
1910
2015
Jack Layton Ferry Terminal1972 - Present
Yonge Street Dockc.1850 - c.1890
Toronto Ferry Companyc.1890 - 1918
Toronto Transportation Commission1918 - 1972
BAY ST
REET
BAY STREET
YORK
STR E
ET
YORKS TREET
LRT
LRT
LRT
LRT
STREET
NAME
STREET
NAME
STREET NAMEToronto Transportation Commission1918 - 1972
Yonge Street Dockc.1850 - c.1890
Toronto Ferry Companyc.1890 - 1918
1818
1851
1878
1910
2015
STOP AND BACK TO CITYMORPHOLOGY OF SHORELINE EVOLUION URBAN CONCEPT: CONNECTING BACK TO THE CITY AND CONNECTING ACROSS THE WATERFRONT
THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK
CLÉMENT BLANCHET ARCHITECTURE + RVTR + BATLLE I ROIGWith Arup, Scott Torrance Landscape Architect Inc. , Adamson Associates Architects, and SMART 09
RECOVERING HORIZONTALITY
TORONTO’S ONCE HORIZONTAL AND OPEN WATER’S EDGE HAS OVER TIME
COME TO BE DOMINATED BY PRIVATE ENTERPRISE AND VERTICALITY.
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THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK RECOVERS AND STRENGTHENS A
HORIZONTAL URBANISM THAT IS OPEN TO ALL...
...AND IS PERHAPS A LITTLE PLAYFUL.
THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK
CLÉMENT BLANCHET ARCHITECTURE + RVTR + BATLLE I ROIGWith Arup, Scott Torrance Landscape Architect Inc. , Adamson Associates Architects, and SMART 11
THE CITY SLOPE THE CITY ROOMS
THE CITY SLOPE
The City Slope is a civic extension of Bay Street. It is a social carpet
that connects citizens with each other and that connects city with
the water. Within the tight canyon framed by towers on the site,
it marks an urban gateway as well as a place of gathering at the
waterfront, lifting people up and out over the harbour. It is fully
accessible through an integrated ramp and stairs, which also
provides the perfect place to sit in the sun, eat lunch and look back
toward the city.
Beneath the City Slope are located the City Rooms, large spaces
accessible from the park. The one further north is a multipurpose
community room and closer to the water is a cafe and beer garden
with long, communal, outdoor tables that overlook the harbour.
The operable glass can fold away in the summer so that these
spaces become extensions of the public realm.
It is proposed that the private access driveway be removed from
that zone, since it is only for private vehicle access being too low for
emergency or service vehicles, and is a poor use of this prominent
yet constrained civic space. Access to the condominiums is
preserved while public access is amplified and prioritized.
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1.0 The Belvedere (Above)
1.1 Bikeshare
1.2 Bike Racks
1.3 Bicycle Rental & Repair
1.4 City Room
1.5 Jack Layton Statue at
The Meeting Point
1.6 Accessible Ramp
1.7 Café / Beer Garden
1.8 Serving Counter
1.9 WC
1.10 Outdoor Patio
1.11 The Grove
1.12 The Forest
1.13 The Light House Terminal
Ticketing and Control
1.14 Ferry Exit Gate
1.15 The Water’s Edge Boardwalk
1.0
1.1
1.11 1.13
1.12
1.3 1.4
1.7
1.10 1.15
1.14
1.81.91.5
1.6
1.2
THE CITY SLOPE PLAN 1:500
THE CITY SLOPE SECTION 1:500
THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK
CLÉMENT BLANCHET ARCHITECTURE + RVTR + BATLLE I ROIGWith Arup, Scott Torrance Landscape Architect Inc. , Adamson Associates Architects, and SMART 13
THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK CREATES A WORLD CLASS PUBLIC
SPACE IN THE HEART OF THE WATERFRONT.
THE MEETING POINT A TRIBUTE TO JACK LAYTON
The upper deck is connected to the waterfront promenade of
the Belvedere, and back down via a large spiral ramp, on which
surface is inscribed the last two paragraphs from Jack Layton’s
final letter to Canadians. The “Jack’s Got Your Back” statue is
relocated to the oculus created by the ramp: a point to stop, gather
and contemplate at The Meeting Point.
“MY FRIENDS, LOVE IS BETTER THAN ANGER. HOPE IS BETTER THAN FEAR.
OPTIMISM IS BETTER THAN DESPAIR. SO LET US BE LOVING, HOPEFUL AND
OPTIMISTIC. AND WE’LL CHANGE THE WORLD. “
JACK LAYTON, AUGUST 20 2011
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THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK
CLÉMENT BLANCHET ARCHITECTURE + RVTR + BATLLE I ROIGWith Arup, Scott Torrance Landscape Architect Inc. , Adamson Associates Architects, and SMART 15
CURRENT ACCESS TO THE SITE, LOOKING DOWN BAY STREET 16
THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK
CLÉMENT BLANCHET ARCHITECTURE + RVTR + BATLLE I ROIGWith Arup, Scott Torrance Landscape Architect Inc. , Adamson Associates Architects, and SMART 17
PROPOSED BAY STREET APPROACH LOOKING TOWARDS THE LIGHT HOUSE ENTRANCE, THE GROVE, AND THE CITY SLOPE18
THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK
CLÉMENT BLANCHET ARCHITECTURE + RVTR + BATLLE I ROIGWith Arup, Scott Torrance Landscape Architect Inc. , Adamson Associates Architects, and SMART 19
THE LIGHT HOUSE TERMINAL
The Light House Terminal building is reimagined as part of the
park, providing the experience of multiple landscapes across
the entire site through all of the seasons. This is achieved by
creating a glazed second-story botanical conservatory on top
of the terminal building. It houses tropical plants from global
regions under threat from deforestation and climate change,
becoming a year-round green beacon visible from the harbor
and the surrounding towers. Intended to compliment Toronto’s
well-known conservatories such as Allan Gardens and Cloud
Gardens, the Conservatory is publicly accessible from the
Belvedere, and an inner courtyard atrium allows people waiting
for the ferries to enjoy the tropical garden environment. Although
they are in a secure zone, they will still feel connected to the
life of the waterfront and part of this unique garden space. The
conservatory is constructed with an energy efficient double skin
envelvelope. This creates a microclimate that conditions the
terminal waiting and support areas below, keeping them cool in
summer and warm in winter. At night, the Light House Terminal
becomes a beacon visible from the ferry docks on the islands.
The terminal building and ferry slips are configured so that
there is no longer a dead-end: the site is traversable along
its south side by the Belvedere and along its north side by a
passageway that connects the Grove forecourt with the drop-off
and boardwalk along the Yonge Street Slip.
The space along the Yonge Street Slip is redesigned to continue
allowing service access to the ferry docks and the hotel, to provide
a safe drop-off and pick-up zone for island schoolchildren,
island residents, and WheelTrans, and to provide pedestrian
connections to the new boardwalk.
The interior of the Light House Terminal is designed with a more
generous waiting area, concessions, and washrooms. It also
houses the Waterfront Park offices. New, higher-capacity ferries
and the proposed Presto-integrated automated fare system will
greatly reduce waiting times. The interior of the waiting area
is lined with mosaics, murals and photographs of the Toronto
Islands and their history, and the history of Toronto’s waterfront
growth is inscribed on the floor of the waiting area. Additionally,
the Terminal serves as a trailhead and houses the new Island
Outfitters. Snowshoes, cross-country skis, barbecues, and
other seasonal equipment can be rented here, encouraging
recreational use of the islands year round and reducing the
number of items that visitors have to potentially carry onto
public transit. Other conveniences such as day lockers, secure
storage zones for island residents and island supply vending
(such as sunscreen and insect repellent) help to fully integrate
the Light House Terminal into the current and future uses of the
Toronto Islands.
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THE LIGHT HOUSE TERMINAL IN WINTER THE LIGHT HOUSE TERMINAL AS WATERFRONT SIGNAL
CONCEPT: THE CRYSTAL PALACE AS FERRY WAITING AREA
THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK
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VS-A FERRY BOAT TERMINALArchitect : CLEMENT BLANCHET ARCHITECTURE
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3. GREENHOUSE 3.g Thermal behaviors
The transparency of the greenhouse allows the use of the solar gain to keep the appropiate temperature during the cold winter days.
The roof can opened above the atrium in order to allow the dissipation of heat. The north entrance door brings the fresh air required during the days.
WINTER DAYS WINTER NIGHTS
SUMMER DAYS SUMMER NIGHTS
VS-A FERRY BOAT TERMINALArchitect : CLEMENT BLANCHET ARCHITECTURE
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3. GREENHOUSE 3.g Thermal behaviors
The transparency of the greenhouse allows the use of the solar gain to keep the appropiate temperature during the cold winter days.
The roof can opened above the atrium in order to allow the dissipation of heat. The north entrance door brings the fresh air required during the days.
WINTER DAYS WINTER NIGHTS
SUMMER DAYS SUMMER NIGHTS
THE LIGHT HOUSE TERMINAL SECTION 1:200
THERMAL PERFORMANCE IN WINTER AND SUMMERMATERIAL INVESTIGATION OF FACADE22
1.1
1.26
1.0
1.2
1.14
1.25
1.25
1.15
1.9 1.101.19 1.21 1.22
1.20 1.13
1.12
1.13 1.11
1.3
1.4 1.61.51.7
1.8
1.17
1.231.24
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1.0 The Belvedere (Above)
1.1 Ticketing and Control
1.2 Ferry Waiting Room
1.3 Greenhouse Courtyard
1.4 Island Resident Storage
1.5 Island Outfitters
1.6 Park Operations Offices
1.7 Video Surveillance Room
1.8 Public Unisex WC
1.9 Concession Counter
1.10 Concession Storage
1.11 Mech / Elec
1.12 Janitor
1.13 Storage
1.14 Ferry Access and Docks
1.15 Ferry Exit Gate
1.16 Restricted vehicle zone
1.17 Workshop
1.18 Workshop Storage
1.19 Office
1.20 Vault
1.21 Common Room
1.22 Shower / WC
1.23 School Drop Off / Waiting
1.24 Service Access
1.25 The Water’s Edge Boardwalk
1.26 The Grove
THE LIGHT HOUSE TERMINAL PLAN 1:500
THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK
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THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK CREATES AN EXPERIENCE OF THE
ISLAND WHICH STARTS IMMEDIATELY UPON ENGAGEMENT WITH THE PARK
AND THE TERMINAL.
... AND THE ISLANDS TO THE CITY
The Landscape strategy borrows a series of distinct landscapes
from the Toronto Islands, as well as Southern Ontario, and
organizes them in a series of north-south bands across the
site, each with its own character and identity. The dimension
and planting strategy for each band is informed by existing
geometries, patterns and landscapes already present on the
site. In some cases, existing conditions are augmented, and in
other cases, entirely novel landscapes are transplanted on to
the site. Moving from east to west, past the Conservatory Garden
and City Slope, the Landscapes are: the Grove, the Forest, the
Playscape, the Dunes, the Pool and the Wetland Sculpture Park.
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LANDSCAPE DESIGN CONCEPT: BORROWED ISLAND LANDSCAPES DEFINE BANDS ON THE SITE A CADAVRE EXQUIS OF ISLAND LANDSCAPES
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THE LANDSCAPES
The diverse landscapes of the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal Park
are unified by the Belvedere, which crosses and connects them,
while also providing a unique vantage point for their enjoyment.
A cantilevered boardwalk will be constructed along the water’s
edge from the York Street Slip to the ferry docks, with protected
shoreline habitat restoration below.
All of the plants chosen will consist of hardy local species,
well suited for the harsh waterfront conditions. Where
possible, existing trees will be kept in place, or transplanted
to other areas in the park. Ground surfaces will be permeable
wherever possible, and will be designed to retain and process
all rainwater runoff on site. This strategy recognizes the need
for this masterplan to be implemented in stages, over time
and perhaps by multiple authors. This reality is embraced as
a way to create a unique series of landscape destinations while
creating a strong overall identity.
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THE WETLAND SCULPTURE PARK
The landscape at the west end of the site adjacent to the York
Street Slip is treed with aspen, birch, maple, and several large
weeping willows. This area is also the current home of the
public sculpture Sundial Folly. We propose that the present
characteristics of this area be augmented to create a wetland
sculpture park with more extensive wetland habitat traversed
by raised walkways leading past several new public art
installations.
INSPIRATION: WILLOW TREES AT THE TORONTO ISLANDS
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1.0
1.1
1.2 1.3 1.5
1.4
1.4
1.0 The Belvedere (Above)
1.1 Ramp to The Belvedere
1.2 Bikeshare
1.3 Sundial Folly
1.4 New Public Art
1.5 The Water’s Edge Boardwalk
THE WETLAND SCULPTURE PARK PLAN 1:500
THE WETLAND SCULPTURE PARK SECTION 1:500
THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK
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THE POOL
The current inlet provides an ideal place for a large urban
swimming pool creating a unique experience otherwise
unavailable with in the central waterfront. Instead of using
treated municipal water, the pool will deploy the latest
technology to filter and clean lake water from the harbour
through an engineered wetland biofiltration system located
along its southern edge. This will reclaim the harbor as a public
space while using mechanical, passive, and ecological filters that
showcase a sustainable use of water. In the winter, the pool will
be allowed to freeze into a skating rink which can accommodate
an NHL sized hockey rink, so that the park remains a lively place
of pleasure and play throughout the year.
INSPIRATION: SUNNYSIDE BEACH AND PAVILION IN THE 1920’S: BODIES IN CONTACT WITH THE WATER
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1.0 The Belvedere (Above)
1.1 Pool Deck
1.2 Pool Operations Office
1.3 Public Changeroom / WC
1.4 The Water’s Edge Boardwalk
1.5 Pool Biofiltration Wetland
1.0
1.1 1.5 1.41.2
1.3
1.3
THE POOL PLAN 1:500
THE POOL SECTION 1:500
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THE DUNES
The Dunes recall iconic landscapes of Southern Ontario like
Sandbanks Provincial Park, as well as the sandy landscape of
the Toronto Islands themselves. Dune trees and grasses protect
the dunes from erosion. The Dunes give way to a flatter urban
beach area, which faces west and is adjacent to the Pool.
INSPIRATION: ONTARIO’S SANDBANKS PROVINCIAL PARK
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1.0 The Belvedere (Above)
1.1 Constructed Dunes
1.2 Public Beach
1.3 Pool Biofiltration Wetland
1.4 The Water’s Edge Boardwalk
1.5 The Orchard
1.0 1.1
1.5
1.2
1.3
1.4
THE DUNES PLAN 1:500
THE DUNES SECTION 1:500
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THE ORCHARD
The Orchard is conceived of as a community garden within the
City Terminal Park. It is planted with Ontario apple and crabapple
trees, which bear fragrant blossoms in the spring, and fruit
that can be harvested by community organizations in the Fall
for local canning and preserves. The crabapple trees will also
attract bees and other pollinators, which will help ensure the
health of the other plants and trees on the site.
INSPIRATION: ONTARIO’S APPLE ORCHARDS AND COMMUNITY AGRICULTURE
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1.0 The Belvedere (Above)
1.1 Alternating Apple and Crabapple Trees
1.2 The Water’s Edge Boardwalk
1.3 The Dunes
1.4 The Playscape
1.0 1.1 1.2
1.3
1.4
THE ORCHARD PLAN 1:500
THE ORCHARD SECTION 1:500
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THE PLAYSCAPE
Located in front of the Harbour Square condominiums, The
Playscape will contain innovative, educational, imaginative,
and fun play structures for local and visiting families alike. A
collection of play structures and surfaces ensure that children
feel as welcome at the Jack Layton City Terminal as the adults do.
INSPIRATION: ISAMU NOGUCHI’S INNOVATIVE PLAYGROUNDS THAT INSPIRE CREATIVE PLAY
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THE PLAYSCAPE PLAN 1:500
THE PLAYSCAPE SECTION 1:500
1.0 The Belvedere (Above)
1.1 Jumping and Climbing Mound
1.2 Sand Pit and Construction Blocks
1.3 Slides and Swings
1.4 The Water’s Edge Promenade
1.5 The Orchard
1.6 The Forest
1.7 Condominium Visitor Parking
1.01.7 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4
1.5
1.6
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THE FOREST
Located to the west of the City Slope, the Forest is where the
majority of the existing trees on the site are currently located;
these trees will be preserved along with existing grades. Mature
trees that need to be transplanted from other parts of the site
will be relocated here and additional trees will be brought in as
necessary to create a lush forest canopy. Paths and benches will
allow for quiet contemplation and respite from the activity of the
adjacent spaces.
INSPIRATION: THE MAJESTIC TREES OF THE TORONTO ISLANDS AND PARKS
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1.0 The Belvedere (Above)
1.1 Mix Forest of Existing,
Transplanted and New Trees
1.2 The Water’s Edge Boardwalk
1.3 The Playscape
1.4 Café / Beer Garden
1.0 1.1
1.3
1.4
1.2
THE FOREST PLAN FRAGMENT 1:500
THE FOREST SECTION FRAGMENT 1:500
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THE GROVE
Located in the space between the Terminal and Queen’s Quay
Boulevard, the Grove becomes the forecourt for those going to
the ferries. Light-colored permeable paving makes a continuous
and porous ground surface upon which is a plantation of
America Elm trees, arrayed to help organize lineups for entry
and tickets, while keeping the ground cool under visitors’ feet.
The American Elm, a hearty, drought tolerant species that is
resistant to Dutch Elm Disease, has recently been introduced
into the City of Toronto as a majestic street tree. Its presence in
the Grove will further enhance the continuity of the space of the
city into the waterfront. Existing trees are protected with raised
planters. Benches between the trees provide convenient places
to rest while waiting.
INSPIRATION: THE SEVILLE ORANGE GROVE IN THE CATHEDRAL COURTYARD AND GRAND PUBLIC FORECOURTS
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THE GROVE PLAN 1:500
THE GROVE SECTION 1:500
1.0 Grove of Ulmus americana ‘Princeton’
1.1 Existing Trees
1.2 Boardwalk
1.3 The Light House Terminal Ticketing and Control
1.4 Island Outfitters
1.5 Path to Yonge Street Slip
1.0
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
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THE PLAZA + THE YONGE STREET LOCK
The Yonge Street Slip is conceived of as an extension of the
public spaces of the Jack Layton City Terminal Park. A new
paved civic area along the Yonge Street Slip opposite the Light
House Terminal will provide a large public plaza for gathering
and infrastructure for public events like open-air markets and
festivals. This is also the eastern access point for the Belvedere.
The raised promenade of the Belvedere spans the Yonge Street
Slip—previously an impediment to pedestrian travel along the
waterfront—with a dramatic cantilevered swing bridge, which
pivots open to allow large ceremonial vessels into the slip.
The opening of this lock is infrequent and will create a public
event and memorable spectacle at the waterfront. The lock
mechanism is inspired by those used in the locks and bridges
of the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway, and creates a
relationship to the industrial past of the waterfront.
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THE PLAZA + THE YONGE STREET LOCK PLAN 1:500
THE PLAZA + THE YONGE STREET LOCK SECTION 1:500
1.0 The Belvedere (Above)
1.1 The Yonge Street Lock (Swing Bridge)
1.2 Public Elevator
1.3 The Water’s Edge Promenade
1.4 The Water’s Edge Boardwalk
1.5 Visiting Ceremonial Ship
1.6 Infrastructural Plaza
1.7 The Yonge Street Wave Deck
1.0
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.6
1.7
1.4
1.5
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THE LANDSCAPES PLANTING MATRIX
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Salix x chrysocomaPopulus tremuloidusBetula papyriferaAcer rubrumAmelanchier canadensisAcer saccharinumCornus sericea
Myrica galeSpiraea albaCarex strictaSpartina pectinataAsclepias incarnataEupatorium atropupureum
Pinus nigraAcer rubrumUlmus pumilaSalix x chrysocomaTilia cordataHypericum kalmianumPotentilla fruticosa
Juniperus communisJuniperus horizontalisArctostaphylos uva-ursiPanicum virgatumSchizachyrium scopariumLiatris cylindracea
Acer saccharumAcer saccharinum
Malus ‘Dolgo’Malus ‘Prairifire’Malus ‘Robinson’Malus sp.
EXISTINGSPECIES
PROPOSEDSPECIES
THE WETLAND THE DUNES THE ORCHARD THE PLAYSCAPE
Tilia cordataPinus nigraBetula papyriferaBetula pendulaAcer rubrumAcer platanoidesAcer saccharum
Celtis occidentalisQuercus shumardiiPinus nigraGleditsia triacanthosQuercus velutinaQuercus rubraQuercus palustris
Gleditsia triacanthosTillia cordataAcer platanoidesUlmus americana ‘Princeton’
Arecaceae sp.Musae sp.Hevea brasilensisAloe sp.Cactaceae sp.Orchidaceae sp.Rafflesia arnoldii
Acer rubrum ‘Franksred’Acer x freemanii ‘Jeffersred’Acer x freemanii ‘Marmo’
THE FOREST THE GROVE THE LIGHT HOUSE THE BELVEDERE
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THE PLAYSCAPE
TORONTO IS UNITED THROUGH ITS EMBRACE OF DIVERISTY OF PEOPLE AND
IDEAS. IT IS A SINGLE ENTITY WHICH GATHERS UP DIFFERENCES ALLOWING
THEM TO THRIVE...
UNITY THROUGH DIVERSITY
THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK CREATES A CONNECTED PUBLIC
LANDSCAPE THAT ENHANCES AND IS PART OF THE SEQUENCE OF SPACES
ALONG THE WATERFRONT WHILE ALSO ENGAGING THE LARGER CITY.
...THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK CELEBRATES AND CREATES A NEW
PUBLIC SPACE FOR THESE DIFFERENCES TO COME TOGETHER.
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QUEEN’S QUAY
THE GARDINER
QUEEN’S QUAY
THE GARDINER
LAKE SHORE
YORK
SIMCOE
REES
SPAD
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PORTLAND
PORTLAND WAVE DECK
MARINA QUAY WEST PARK
MUSIC GARDEN
SPADINA QUAY WETLAND
HTO PARK WEST
HTO PARK EAST
REES SLIPREES WAVE DECK
SIMCOE WAVE DECK
SIMCOE SLIP
[FINGER PIERS]
CANADA SQUARE
YORK SLIP
HARBOUR SQUARE PARKYORK WAVE DECK
HANLAN’S P
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CEN
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ISLA
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WARD’S ISLAND
YONGE SLIPYONGE WAVE DECK
JARVIS SLIP
JARVIS WAVE DECK
SUGAR BEACH
SHERBOURNE COMMON
PARLIAMENT SLIP
PARLIAMENT WAVE DECK
SPADINA WAVE DECK
SPADINA SLIP
PETER SLIP
PORTLAND SLIP
MARINA QUAY WEST
THE SITE CURRENTLY LACKS IDENTITY AND IS A MISSING LINK IN THE
CONTINUITY OF THE PUBLIC SPACES OF THE WATERFRONT
STRATEGIC SITE OPERATIONS: FROM FRAGMENTED TO UNIFIED
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WATCHING WINTER SKATERS FROM THE PROMENADE ON THE BELVEDERE 48
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THE BELVEDERE
The Belvedere is a public deck and promenade that traverses
the entire site and is conceived as a place to contemplate both
the city and the island. Raised 6.5m above the ground, it allows
for the Waterfront Promenade defined in the Central Waterfront
Strategic Plan to pass uninterrupted above the restricted ferry
operations zone, without compromising its continuous view and
connection to the water. It transforms the Waterfront Promenade
experience into one like the deck of a ship, expanded to the city
scale to provide overlook for the activities of the Inner Harbour
and the excitement of the arrival and departure of the ferries.
The Belvedere is paved with the two-tone granite mosaic
cobbles of the Strategic Plan, and planted with a double row of
maple trees. The fascia is lined in mirrored glass to reflect the
harbour and the islands into the space of the city: a horizontal
monument that disappears. At night, lights behind the glass
illuminate the line of The Belvedere, turning the Jack Layton
City Terminal into an urban landmark: a horizontal monument,
visible from the water.
THE SIMPLE PLEASURE OF VIEWING THE WATER AND CITY FROM A RAISED
DECK.
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THE BELVEDERE AS CULTURAL ICON: FILM, CURRENCY, AND NATIONAL SPORTS THE BELVEDERE AS A FRAME AND MIRROR OF THE LANDSCAPE
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1:50 SECTION DETAILS THE BELVEDERE EXISTING TREE PROTECTION DETAIL AT THE FOREST THE ORCHARD THE WATER’S EDGE BOARDWALK
MATERIAL EXPLORATIONTYPICAL PLANTING DETAILS, FIXTURES AND FINISHES
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Visual Continuity, Amenities & Details / Toronto’s Downtown Waterfront Strategic Plan 5
Catalogue A language of materials, colours, textures and finishes
Paving Surfaces
Granite Mosaic2-tone granite pavers forming mosaic leaf pattern (Outline and Silhouette)
Granite TypesCanadian Red and San Sebas-tian Grey for Mosaic;Caledonia Grey for curbstones on streetscapes
Concrete unit paverPaleo Tec auto-blocking precast pavers
Metal FinishesLaser cut steel and cast alluminum with paint system applicationGalvanized steelStainless Steel - brushed
ColoursFor use on signage applica-tions
DetailsFor use throughout the waterfront
Materials & Finishes
WoodYellow Cedar - Structural TimbersIpe - Decking and Benches
Yellow Cedar - Structural Glulam Timbers
Paleo Tec - light grey
Royal Canadian Red
San Sebastian Grey
Outline leaf mosaic
Silhouette leaf mosaic Ipe - Decking and Benches
RAL 7016 Anthracite grey
RAL 7048 Pearl mouse grey
Galvanized steel
Stainless steel - brushed
RAL 7016 Anthracite grey
RAL 7048 Pearl mouse grey
Pantone
Pantone
Pantone
Stainless steel guiding spots Large sized toe rail
Stainless steel handrail Garbage & Recycling bin
Stainless steel bollard Preserve existing mooring elements where possible - paint anthracite grey (RAL 7016)
Galvanized steel mooring
Galvanized steel toe rail Yellow coated warning spotsCast Aluminum - sand mold, bark texture
PhasingOver time, existing furnishings and details will be replaced by the new family of furnishings within a phasing process that incrementally transforms the Cen-tral Waterfront into a coherent district - within realistic capital budgets and timeframes. A legible identity for the Central Waterfront must be reinforced by the details of furnishings and urban elements.
Caledonia Grey
Granite cobblesSize: 90 x 90 x 80mmTop finish: Light WaterjetSide finish: SplitJoints: 5-8mm
Royal Canadian Red
Visual Continuity, Amenities & Details / Toronto’s Downtown Waterfront Strategic Plan 5
Catalogue A language of materials, colours, textures and finishes
Paving Surfaces
Granite Mosaic2-tone granite pavers forming mosaic leaf pattern (Outline and Silhouette)
Granite TypesCanadian Red and San Sebas-tian Grey for Mosaic;Caledonia Grey for curbstones on streetscapes
Concrete unit paverPaleo Tec auto-blocking precast pavers
Metal FinishesLaser cut steel and cast alluminum with paint system applicationGalvanized steelStainless Steel - brushed
ColoursFor use on signage applica-tions
DetailsFor use throughout the waterfront
Materials & Finishes
WoodYellow Cedar - Structural TimbersIpe - Decking and Benches
Yellow Cedar - Structural Glulam Timbers
Paleo Tec - light grey
Royal Canadian Red
San Sebastian Grey
Outline leaf mosaic
Silhouette leaf mosaic Ipe - Decking and Benches
RAL 7016 Anthracite grey
RAL 7048 Pearl mouse grey
Galvanized steel
Stainless steel - brushed
RAL 7016 Anthracite grey
RAL 7048 Pearl mouse grey
Pantone
Pantone
Pantone
Stainless steel guiding spots Large sized toe rail
Stainless steel handrail Garbage & Recycling bin
Stainless steel bollard Preserve existing mooring elements where possible - paint anthracite grey (RAL 7016)
Galvanized steel mooring
Galvanized steel toe rail Yellow coated warning spotsCast Aluminum - sand mold, bark texture
PhasingOver time, existing furnishings and details will be replaced by the new family of furnishings within a phasing process that incrementally transforms the Cen-tral Waterfront into a coherent district - within realistic capital budgets and timeframes. A legible identity for the Central Waterfront must be reinforced by the details of furnishings and urban elements.
Caledonia Grey
Granite cobblesSize: 90 x 90 x 80mmTop finish: Light WaterjetSide finish: SplitJoints: 5-8mm
San Sebastian Grey
Visual Continuity, Amenities & Details / Toronto’s Downtown Waterfront Strategic Plan 5
Catalogue A language of materials, colours, textures and finishes
Paving Surfaces
Granite Mosaic2-tone granite pavers forming mosaic leaf pattern (Outline and Silhouette)
Granite TypesCanadian Red and San Sebas-tian Grey for Mosaic;Caledonia Grey for curbstones on streetscapes
Concrete unit paverPaleo Tec auto-blocking precast pavers
Metal FinishesLaser cut steel and cast alluminum with paint system applicationGalvanized steelStainless Steel - brushed
ColoursFor use on signage applica-tions
DetailsFor use throughout the waterfront
Materials & Finishes
WoodYellow Cedar - Structural TimbersIpe - Decking and Benches
Yellow Cedar - Structural Glulam Timbers
Paleo Tec - light grey
Royal Canadian Red
San Sebastian Grey
Outline leaf mosaic
Silhouette leaf mosaic Ipe - Decking and Benches
RAL 7016 Anthracite grey
RAL 7048 Pearl mouse grey
Galvanized steel
Stainless steel - brushed
RAL 7016 Anthracite grey
RAL 7048 Pearl mouse grey
Pantone
Pantone
Pantone
Stainless steel guiding spots Large sized toe rail
Stainless steel handrail Garbage & Recycling bin
Stainless steel bollard Preserve existing mooring elements where possible - paint anthracite grey (RAL 7016)
Galvanized steel mooring
Galvanized steel toe rail Yellow coated warning spotsCast Aluminum - sand mold, bark texture
PhasingOver time, existing furnishings and details will be replaced by the new family of furnishings within a phasing process that incrementally transforms the Cen-tral Waterfront into a coherent district - within realistic capital budgets and timeframes. A legible identity for the Central Waterfront must be reinforced by the details of furnishings and urban elements.
Caledonia Grey
Granite cobblesSize: 90 x 90 x 80mmTop finish: Light WaterjetSide finish: SplitJoints: 5-8mm
Granite Pavers
Ipe - Decking and Benches
Water’s Edge / Toronto’s Downtown Waterfront Strategic Plan 15
Evolving a special surface for the Water’s Edge BoardwalkView of typical water’s edge section including 9.4m wide granite mosaic promenade and lower 8m wide hardwood boardwalk with herringbone pattern extending outboard off the quay wall, supported by a single row of columns. This dimension will allow for the mix of different types of movement and activites to occur, re-estab-lishing the ritual of the ‘promenade’ along the entire water’s edge.
(above) The existing York Quay 5m wide wooden boardwalk uses Ipe, a durable hardwood with an extended life-cycle. Planks are laid in a straighforward pattern.
(above & right) A herringbone patterned decking surface is pro-posed for the water’s edge boardwalk providing a special texture and memorable quality. Reference; Schouwburgplein, Rotterdam (West 8)
12mm Clear Crushed Granite
Wood Finishes Exposed Aggregates
12mm Clear Crushed Limestone
RAL1706 Powdercoat
Steel Finishes
Visual Continuity, Amenities & Details / Toronto’s Downtown Waterfront Strategic Plan 5
Catalogue A language of materials, colours, textures and finishes
Paving Surfaces
Granite Mosaic2-tone granite pavers forming mosaic leaf pattern (Outline and Silhouette)
Granite TypesCanadian Red and San Sebas-tian Grey for Mosaic;Caledonia Grey for curbstones on streetscapes
Concrete unit paverPaleo Tec auto-blocking precast pavers
Metal FinishesLaser cut steel and cast alluminum with paint system applicationGalvanized steelStainless Steel - brushed
ColoursFor use on signage applica-tions
DetailsFor use throughout the waterfront
Materials & Finishes
WoodYellow Cedar - Structural TimbersIpe - Decking and Benches
Yellow Cedar - Structural Glulam Timbers
Paleo Tec - light grey
Royal Canadian Red
San Sebastian Grey
Outline leaf mosaic
Silhouette leaf mosaic Ipe - Decking and Benches
RAL 7016 Anthracite grey
RAL 7048 Pearl mouse grey
Galvanized steel
Stainless steel - brushed
RAL 7016 Anthracite grey
RAL 7048 Pearl mouse grey
Pantone
Pantone
Pantone
Stainless steel guiding spots Large sized toe rail
Stainless steel handrail Garbage & Recycling bin
Stainless steel bollard Preserve existing mooring elements where possible - paint anthracite grey (RAL 7016)
Galvanized steel mooring
Galvanized steel toe rail Yellow coated warning spotsCast Aluminum - sand mold, bark texture
PhasingOver time, existing furnishings and details will be replaced by the new family of furnishings within a phasing process that incrementally transforms the Cen-tral Waterfront into a coherent district - within realistic capital budgets and timeframes. A legible identity for the Central Waterfront must be reinforced by the details of furnishings and urban elements.
Caledonia Grey
Granite cobblesSize: 90 x 90 x 80mmTop finish: Light WaterjetSide finish: SplitJoints: 5-8mm
HD Galvanized Stl.
Visual Continuity, Amenities & Details / Toronto’s Downtown Waterfront Strategic Plan 5
Catalogue A language of materials, colours, textures and finishes
Paving Surfaces
Granite Mosaic2-tone granite pavers forming mosaic leaf pattern (Outline and Silhouette)
Granite TypesCanadian Red and San Sebas-tian Grey for Mosaic;Caledonia Grey for curbstones on streetscapes
Concrete unit paverPaleo Tec auto-blocking precast pavers
Metal FinishesLaser cut steel and cast alluminum with paint system applicationGalvanized steelStainless Steel - brushed
ColoursFor use on signage applica-tions
DetailsFor use throughout the waterfront
Materials & Finishes
WoodYellow Cedar - Structural TimbersIpe - Decking and Benches
Yellow Cedar - Structural Glulam Timbers
Paleo Tec - light grey
Royal Canadian Red
San Sebastian Grey
Outline leaf mosaic
Silhouette leaf mosaic Ipe - Decking and Benches
RAL 7016 Anthracite grey
RAL 7048 Pearl mouse grey
Galvanized steel
Stainless steel - brushed
RAL 7016 Anthracite grey
RAL 7048 Pearl mouse grey
Pantone
Pantone
Pantone
Stainless steel guiding spots Large sized toe rail
Stainless steel handrail Garbage & Recycling bin
Stainless steel bollard Preserve existing mooring elements where possible - paint anthracite grey (RAL 7016)
Galvanized steel mooring
Galvanized steel toe rail Yellow coated warning spotsCast Aluminum - sand mold, bark texture
PhasingOver time, existing furnishings and details will be replaced by the new family of furnishings within a phasing process that incrementally transforms the Cen-tral Waterfront into a coherent district - within realistic capital budgets and timeframes. A legible identity for the Central Waterfront must be reinforced by the details of furnishings and urban elements.
Caledonia Grey
Granite cobblesSize: 90 x 90 x 80mmTop finish: Light WaterjetSide finish: SplitJoints: 5-8mm
Brushed Stainless Stl.
Visual Continuity, Amenities & Details / Toronto’s Downtown Waterfront Strategic Plan 5
Catalogue A language of materials, colours, textures and finishes
Paving Surfaces
Granite Mosaic2-tone granite pavers forming mosaic leaf pattern (Outline and Silhouette)
Granite TypesCanadian Red and San Sebas-tian Grey for Mosaic;Caledonia Grey for curbstones on streetscapes
Concrete unit paverPaleo Tec auto-blocking precast pavers
Metal FinishesLaser cut steel and cast alluminum with paint system applicationGalvanized steelStainless Steel - brushed
ColoursFor use on signage applica-tions
DetailsFor use throughout the waterfront
Materials & Finishes
WoodYellow Cedar - Structural TimbersIpe - Decking and Benches
Yellow Cedar - Structural Glulam Timbers
Paleo Tec - light grey
Royal Canadian Red
San Sebastian Grey
Outline leaf mosaic
Silhouette leaf mosaic Ipe - Decking and Benches
RAL 7016 Anthracite grey
RAL 7048 Pearl mouse grey
Galvanized steel
Stainless steel - brushed
RAL 7016 Anthracite grey
RAL 7048 Pearl mouse grey
Pantone
Pantone
Pantone
Stainless steel guiding spots Large sized toe rail
Stainless steel handrail Garbage & Recycling bin
Stainless steel bollard Preserve existing mooring elements where possible - paint anthracite grey (RAL 7016)
Galvanized steel mooring
Galvanized steel toe rail Yellow coated warning spotsCast Aluminum - sand mold, bark texture
PhasingOver time, existing furnishings and details will be replaced by the new family of furnishings within a phasing process that incrementally transforms the Cen-tral Waterfront into a coherent district - within realistic capital budgets and timeframes. A legible identity for the Central Waterfront must be reinforced by the details of furnishings and urban elements.
Caledonia Grey
Granite cobblesSize: 90 x 90 x 80mmTop finish: Light WaterjetSide finish: SplitJoints: 5-8mm
SS guiding spots
Fittings
Visual Continuity, Amenities & Details / Toronto’s Downtown Waterfront Strategic Plan 5
Catalogue A language of materials, colours, textures and finishes
Paving Surfaces
Granite Mosaic2-tone granite pavers forming mosaic leaf pattern (Outline and Silhouette)
Granite TypesCanadian Red and San Sebas-tian Grey for Mosaic;Caledonia Grey for curbstones on streetscapes
Concrete unit paverPaleo Tec auto-blocking precast pavers
Metal FinishesLaser cut steel and cast alluminum with paint system applicationGalvanized steelStainless Steel - brushed
ColoursFor use on signage applica-tions
DetailsFor use throughout the waterfront
Materials & Finishes
WoodYellow Cedar - Structural TimbersIpe - Decking and Benches
Yellow Cedar - Structural Glulam Timbers
Paleo Tec - light grey
Royal Canadian Red
San Sebastian Grey
Outline leaf mosaic
Silhouette leaf mosaic Ipe - Decking and Benches
RAL 7016 Anthracite grey
RAL 7048 Pearl mouse grey
Galvanized steel
Stainless steel - brushed
RAL 7016 Anthracite grey
RAL 7048 Pearl mouse grey
Pantone
Pantone
Pantone
Stainless steel guiding spots Large sized toe rail
Stainless steel handrail Garbage & Recycling bin
Stainless steel bollard Preserve existing mooring elements where possible - paint anthracite grey (RAL 7016)
Galvanized steel mooring
Galvanized steel toe rail Yellow coated warning spotsCast Aluminum - sand mold, bark texture
PhasingOver time, existing furnishings and details will be replaced by the new family of furnishings within a phasing process that incrementally transforms the Cen-tral Waterfront into a coherent district - within realistic capital budgets and timeframes. A legible identity for the Central Waterfront must be reinforced by the details of furnishings and urban elements.
Caledonia Grey
Granite cobblesSize: 90 x 90 x 80mmTop finish: Light WaterjetSide finish: SplitJoints: 5-8mm
SS handrails
SS bollards
Visual Continuity, Amenities & Details / Toronto’s Downtown Waterfront Strategic Plan 5
Catalogue A language of materials, colours, textures and finishes
Paving Surfaces
Granite Mosaic2-tone granite pavers forming mosaic leaf pattern (Outline and Silhouette)
Granite TypesCanadian Red and San Sebas-tian Grey for Mosaic;Caledonia Grey for curbstones on streetscapes
Concrete unit paverPaleo Tec auto-blocking precast pavers
Metal FinishesLaser cut steel and cast alluminum with paint system applicationGalvanized steelStainless Steel - brushed
ColoursFor use on signage applica-tions
DetailsFor use throughout the waterfront
Materials & Finishes
WoodYellow Cedar - Structural TimbersIpe - Decking and Benches
Yellow Cedar - Structural Glulam Timbers
Paleo Tec - light grey
Royal Canadian Red
San Sebastian Grey
Outline leaf mosaic
Silhouette leaf mosaic Ipe - Decking and Benches
RAL 7016 Anthracite grey
RAL 7048 Pearl mouse grey
Galvanized steel
Stainless steel - brushed
RAL 7016 Anthracite grey
RAL 7048 Pearl mouse grey
Pantone
Pantone
Pantone
Stainless steel guiding spots Large sized toe rail
Stainless steel handrail Garbage & Recycling bin
Stainless steel bollard Preserve existing mooring elements where possible - paint anthracite grey (RAL 7016)
Galvanized steel mooring
Galvanized steel toe rail Yellow coated warning spotsCast Aluminum - sand mold, bark texture
PhasingOver time, existing furnishings and details will be replaced by the new family of furnishings within a phasing process that incrementally transforms the Cen-tral Waterfront into a coherent district - within realistic capital budgets and timeframes. A legible identity for the Central Waterfront must be reinforced by the details of furnishings and urban elements.
Caledonia Grey
Granite cobblesSize: 90 x 90 x 80mmTop finish: Light WaterjetSide finish: SplitJoints: 5-8mm
Visual Continuity, Amenities & Details / Toronto’s Downtown Waterfront Strategic Plan 5
Catalogue A language of materials, colours, textures and finishes
Paving Surfaces
Granite Mosaic2-tone granite pavers forming mosaic leaf pattern (Outline and Silhouette)
Granite TypesCanadian Red and San Sebas-tian Grey for Mosaic;Caledonia Grey for curbstones on streetscapes
Concrete unit paverPaleo Tec auto-blocking precast pavers
Metal FinishesLaser cut steel and cast alluminum with paint system applicationGalvanized steelStainless Steel - brushed
ColoursFor use on signage applica-tions
DetailsFor use throughout the waterfront
Materials & Finishes
WoodYellow Cedar - Structural TimbersIpe - Decking and Benches
Yellow Cedar - Structural Glulam Timbers
Paleo Tec - light grey
Royal Canadian Red
San Sebastian Grey
Outline leaf mosaic
Silhouette leaf mosaic Ipe - Decking and Benches
RAL 7016 Anthracite grey
RAL 7048 Pearl mouse grey
Galvanized steel
Stainless steel - brushed
RAL 7016 Anthracite grey
RAL 7048 Pearl mouse grey
Pantone
Pantone
Pantone
Stainless steel guiding spots Large sized toe rail
Stainless steel handrail Garbage & Recycling bin
Stainless steel bollard Preserve existing mooring elements where possible - paint anthracite grey (RAL 7016)
Galvanized steel mooring
Galvanized steel toe rail Yellow coated warning spotsCast Aluminum - sand mold, bark texture
PhasingOver time, existing furnishings and details will be replaced by the new family of furnishings within a phasing process that incrementally transforms the Cen-tral Waterfront into a coherent district - within realistic capital budgets and timeframes. A legible identity for the Central Waterfront must be reinforced by the details of furnishings and urban elements.
Caledonia Grey
Granite cobblesSize: 90 x 90 x 80mmTop finish: Light WaterjetSide finish: SplitJoints: 5-8mm
Alum. Bench profiles
Strategic Plan Fixtures
3. Dockwall bench - transition from water’s edge boardwalk to promenade
2. Bench with backrest1. Basic benchColour selection:RAL 7048 - Pearl mouse grey
Familty of BenchesCast Aluminum Leaf Motif
Lighting System
Signage Configurations
A “moonlit waterfront” where one can still connect with the cosmos, see the stars. Lighting is considered as part of the comprehensive vision, a distinctly important element in defining both the identity and experience of the waterfront.
7.3 Lighting
(top) Lines: Green Foot Lighting(Water’s Edge Promenade and Queens Quay Promenadeambient of trees and pedestrian spaces at low lux levels)(above middle) Highlights: Bridge Lighting(Ambient up-lighting to softly highlight special structures)(above) Exclamations: WaveDeck Lighting(Under-deck ambient lighting at WaveDeck provides punctuations of colour)
(above) Concept diagram: Iconic form of CN Tower plus the mate-rial and texture of a native tree inform the lighting mast design.
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Cast Components
Armatures:1. Standard Collar2. Standard Short Arm3. Standard Long Arm
Shroud:4. Standard Shroud
Light PoleTimber Mast, Cast Aluminum arms, and Olivio Fixtures
(above)‘Olivio’ produced by Seluxdesigned by West 8
Visual Continuity, Amenities & Details / Toronto’s Downtown Waterfront Strategic Plan 35
(above) Signage design for Spadina WaveDeck
THE BELVEDERE
- HSS Galvanized Structural Stl. Box Frame bearing on CIP Conc. subgrade foundations as req’d to suit loading.- All Galv. Stl Sweep blasted for Powder Coat Finish where exposed to view.
Belvedere Guard- 300mm Shaped Ipe Cap for leaning and viewing the Lake- Interior Face: Opaque laminated glass panel c/w LED Vision System and recessed LED Lighting at Base.- Energy Layer: Solar Thermal Heat Recovery System- Exterior Face Laminated Glass Reflective Mirror Finish Panels to reflect the Environment onto the Belvedere Fascia
Belvedere Deck- 80mm Granite Pavers over geotextile and granular base- Maple Trees consistent with species used in Water’s Edge Promenade- SS Tree Grate- 1800mm min soil depth stabilized with Silva Cell framing system and incorporating automated irrigation system.- Liquid applied waterproofing- 150mm High Compression Rigid Insulation- Cast Aluminum and Ipe Benches
Belvedere Soffit- Laminated Glazing c/w diffusing interlayer- Concealed LED Lighting tied to controlled timing system and proximity sensors.
Grade Walkways Below Belvedere- Ipe Boardwalk Deck over Structural Wood Framing bearing on continuous CIP Conc. Pier.
- Steel Edging profile c/w powdercoat finish and exposed clear granite aggregate.
THE FOREST
(Typical Tree Potection at Existing Tree to be Retained)
Existing Trees- Existing Grade to Remain in Tree Protection Zone (diameter varies)- Existing Planting Soil retained- PreCast Planter Wall to retain existing Grade, integrated with Silva Cell framing system At interface with hard surfaces:- 80mm Granite Pavers over geotextile and granular base
- Ipe Boardwalk Deck over Structural Wood Framing bearing on continuous CIP Conc. Pier.
THE ORCHARD
- Flowering fruit trees (Malus)- 150mm Naturally pigmented bark mulch or drought resistant turf (varies by location).- Soil Composition to suit species requirements- Localized geotextile membrane and French Drain to accommodate storm water detention.- Automated irrigation system
THE WATER’S EDGE BOARDWALK
- Existing Dock Wall- Cast Aluminum and Ipe Seating- Ipe Deck at Water’s Edge Promenade over structural wood framing over water’s edge structural treatment.
Ipe - Surface Configurations
Water’s Edge / Toronto’s Downtown Waterfront Strategic Plan 15
Evolving a special surface for the Water’s Edge BoardwalkView of typical water’s edge section including 9.4m wide granite mosaic promenade and lower 8m wide hardwood boardwalk with herringbone pattern extending outboard off the quay wall, supported by a single row of columns. This dimension will allow for the mix of different types of movement and activites to occur, re-estab-lishing the ritual of the ‘promenade’ along the entire water’s edge.
(above) The existing York Quay 5m wide wooden boardwalk uses Ipe, a durable hardwood with an extended life-cycle. Planks are laid in a straighforward pattern.
(above & right) A herringbone patterned decking surface is pro-posed for the water’s edge boardwalk providing a special texture and memorable quality. Reference; Schouwburgplein, Rotterdam (West 8)
Caledonia Grey
INTEGRATING DESIGN ELEMENTS FROM THE CENTRAL WATERFRONT STRATEGIC PLAN
The Jack Layton City Terminal Park proposes to produce
radical difference within the broader Toronto waterfront system
through strategies of organization, spatial manipulation and the
introduction of the unique elements of the Belvedere, the City
Slope, the Lighthouse and the City Rooms. These elements are
framed within a set of diverse landscapes connected through
hardscapes that derive their material palette, urban furnishings
and fittings from the existing suite developed within the Strategic
Plan. Through this strategy, the intent is to produce maximum
differentiation within a coherent and continuous reinforcement
of the context established by the Plan. Specific instances of the
interface between the conditions of the Landscapes planting
details and hard surfaces are illustrated here as are materials and
components proposed to be integrated from the Strategic Plan.
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CLÉMENT BLANCHET ARCHITECTURE + RVTR + BATLLE I ROIGWith Arup, Scott Torrance Landscape Architect Inc. , Adamson Associates Architects, and SMART 53
The Belvedere is elevated above the site, producing not only
an elevated public surface that eliminates conflicts with the
logistics and security requirements of the Ferry Terminal
and Port operations, but delivers a novel space of reflection
and repose at the waterfront.
The concept of reflection is extended as a phenomenological
approach to explore its materiality and technological
approach to exploit its energy contribution to the scheme.
Specifically, we examine techniques that would explore the
possibility of its lakeside 3m fascia to be developed as a
mirrored surface reflecting the Harbor landscape and the
diurnal cycles of the environment. Several concepts of the
inclusion of digital video and LED-based technologies are
also explored, both to virtually dissolve the visual presence
of the Belvedere’s guard by projecting the obscured view onto
its inner surface, and combinatory versions of technologies
embedded within the outer reflective surface that enable
this ‘façade’ to project content during the nighttime.
The guard and fascia assembly is conceived of as consisting
of three layers: An outer reflective layer that can be delivered
through a range of glazing systems or highly polished
metal, an inner layer comprised of opaque glass with the
possibility of LED integration, and an internal energy layer
that would deploy air-based heat exchange or solar thermal
condensers to produce energy pretreatment for building
systems within the scheme, or be converted to electrical
power to minimize the energy demand load of the project.
MATERIAL EXPLORATIONTHE BELVEDERE AS A HORIZONTAL MONUMENT OF REFLECTION
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The balustrade of the belvedere is made of three different layers:- the most external one, toward the sea or the city is the reflective layer : made with mirror, glass panels or mirror-polished mettalic panels it reflects the surroundings- the core layer, the energy layer : the heat gain due to this enclosed enveloppe hit by the sun is used to create energy through heat exchanger or thermal panels (to confirm with ARUP)- the interior layer, at the direct contact with the pedestrians : made either with an opaque panel, hidding all the system behind or with a reflective panel.
4. BELVEDERE 4.c. Details
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Enclosed air cavitywhere temperature rises
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INTERIOR LAYER ON THE PEDESTRIANS SIDE
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Daniel Kukla : Mirrors reflecting the backward view.
Internat : Mirror polished stainless steel with or without perforation. The surrounding is reflected with the optical distortion created by the imperfectly flat steel sheet.
Car park : Grey single glass with reflective coating. The reflective coating lets some light pass through when coming from backward. When the sun shines in front of it, the glass works like a mirror.
Breath box : Mirror polished stainless steel panels.
4. BELVEDERE 4.aGlassreflection
Mirrored reflections in southern California, Daniel Kukla
Internat au lyçée Guillaume Tirel, Brenac + Gonzalez, Paris FRANCEVSA project's reference: 2009-032
Car park near Roissy's airport, PCA, Roissy FRANCEVSA project's reference: 2012-086
Breath Box, La Grande Motte France, NAS Architecture
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Daniel Kukla : Mirrors reflecting the backward view.
Internat : Mirror polished stainless steel with or without perforation. The surrounding is reflected with the optical distortion created by the imperfectly flat steel sheet.
Car park : Grey single glass with reflective coating. The reflective coating lets some light pass through when coming from backward. When the sun shines in front of it, the glass works like a mirror.
Breath box : Mirror polished stainless steel panels.
4. BELVEDERE 4.aGlassreflection
Mirrored reflections in southern California, Daniel Kukla
Internat au lyçée Guillaume Tirel, Brenac + Gonzalez, Paris FRANCEVSA project's reference: 2009-032
Car park near Roissy's airport, PCA, Roissy FRANCEVSA project's reference: 2012-086
Breath Box, La Grande Motte France, NAS Architecture
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Daniel Kukla : Mirrors reflecting the backward view.
Internat : Mirror polished stainless steel with or without perforation. The surrounding is reflected with the optical distortion created by the imperfectly flat steel sheet.
Car park : Grey single glass with reflective coating. The reflective coating lets some light pass through when coming from backward. When the sun shines in front of it, the glass works like a mirror.
Breath box : Mirror polished stainless steel panels.
4. BELVEDERE 4.aGlassreflection
Mirrored reflections in southern California, Daniel Kukla
Internat au lyçée Guillaume Tirel, Brenac + Gonzalez, Paris FRANCEVSA project's reference: 2009-032
Car park near Roissy's airport, PCA, Roissy FRANCEVSA project's reference: 2012-086
Breath Box, La Grande Motte France, NAS Architecture
VS-A FERRY BOAT TERMINALArchitect : CLEMENT BLANCHET ARCHITECTURE
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FACADES' CONCEPTS
Daniel Kukla : Mirrors reflecting the backward view.
Internat : Mirror polished stainless steel with or without perforation. The surrounding is reflected with the optical distortion created by the imperfectly flat steel sheet.
Car park : Grey single glass with reflective coating. The reflective coating lets some light pass through when coming from backward. When the sun shines in front of it, the glass works like a mirror.
Breath box : Mirror polished stainless steel panels.
4. BELVEDERE 4.aGlassreflection
Mirrored reflections in southern California, Daniel Kukla
Internat au lyçée Guillaume Tirel, Brenac + Gonzalez, Paris FRANCEVSA project's reference: 2009-032
Car park near Roissy's airport, PCA, Roissy FRANCEVSA project's reference: 2012-086
Breath Box, La Grande Motte France, NAS Architecture
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Right group : samples of glass with various light reflection.
Left : Low iron glass with various metallic panels.
4. BELVEDERE 4.aGlassreflection
Silver coating on IGU RL 39%
Silver coating on single glass with opaque background
Silver coating on IGU RL 50%
Silver coating on single glass RL 37 %
Low iron single glass RL 8%Single low iron glass RL 8% :1. composite panel in aluminium with mirror finish2. mirror polished stainless steel3. touch gloss stainless steel
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Right group : samples of glass with various light reflection.
Left : Low iron glass with various metallic panels.
4. BELVEDERE 4.aGlassreflection
Silver coating on IGU RL 39%
Silver coating on single glass with opaque background
Silver coating on IGU RL 50%
Silver coating on single glass RL 37 %
Low iron single glass RL 8%Single low iron glass RL 8% :1. composite panel in aluminium with mirror finish2. mirror polished stainless steel3. touch gloss stainless steel
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Right group : samples of glass with various light reflection.
Left : Low iron glass with various metallic panels.
4. BELVEDERE 4.aGlassreflection
Silver coating on IGU RL 39%
Silver coating on single glass with opaque background
Silver coating on IGU RL 50%
Silver coating on single glass RL 37 %
Low iron single glass RL 8%Single low iron glass RL 8% :1. composite panel in aluminium with mirror finish2. mirror polished stainless steel3. touch gloss stainless steel
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Instead of a simple mirror glass, 10% or more of the surface are cleared out of any silvering layer.
DAY -• A camera captures the views from the belvedere, departing boats or city, and send the
information to a mesh of LEDs placed behind the glass. • The numerical captured view given by the LEDs is visible through the cleared-out surface of
the glass. • The numerical view brighter and sharper increases the intensity of the reflected image.
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NIGHT - • LED can be placed on the borders of the balustrade, not interfering with
the reflective surface• The depolished surface of the glass can allow a play of light with mutable
pattern, disrupting the reflective surface of the glass.
The captured image could be reflected on the interior side of the belvedere, giving the impression to the pedestrians that the balustrade is disappearing.
1. Conceptual diagram of the layered composition and functionality of the Belvedere fascia, and the potential functionality of its energy harvesting system.
2. Mirrored surface precedents L to R Clockwise) : Daniel Kukla, The Edge Effect (2012), Southern California. Mirrors reflecting inverted view of the landscape alter our perception of the nevironment. Grey single glass with reflective coating on the exterior cladding of a French Parking Garage, PCA, Roissy FRANCE. The reflective coating lets some light pass through when coming from the rear. When the sun shines in front of it, the glass works like a mirror. Breath Box, La Grande Motte France, NAS Architecture : Mirror polished stainless steel panels blur the legibility of the building mass relative to its waterfront setting.
3. Instead of a simple mirror glass, 10% or more of the surface are cleared out of any silvering layer. During the day, a camera captures the views from the belvedere, departing boats or city,
and send the information to a mesh of LEDs placed behind the glass. The digitally captured view emitted by the LEDs is visible through the cleared-out surface of the glass. The digital view’s brightness and sharpness increases the intensity of the reflected image. At night, The LED can be placed on the borders of the balustrade, not interfering with the reflective surface. The depolished surface of the glass can allow a play of light with mutable pattern, disrupting the reflective surface of the glass.The captured image could be reflected on the interior side of the belvedere, giving the impression to the pedestrians that the balustrade is disappearing.
4. Potential surface characteristic treatment explorations: (i) Silver coating on IGU RL 39%, (ii) Silver coating on IGU RL 50%, (iii) Low iron single glass RL 8%, (iv) Silver coating on single glass with opaque background, (v) Silver coating on single glass RL 37 %, (vi) Single low iron glass RL 8% : (a) composite panel in aluminium with mirror finish, (b) mirror polished stainless steel, (c) touch gloss stainless steel.
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THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK
CLÉMENT BLANCHET ARCHITECTURE + RVTR + BATLLE I ROIGWith Arup, Scott Torrance Landscape Architect Inc. , Adamson Associates Architects, and SMART 55
ISLAND RESIDENTS
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
WATERFRONT VISITORS
How can I get across to the rest of the waterfront?
WATERFRONT OPERATIONS
We need clear access to help people in need.
ISLAND STUDENTS
There isn’t a safe place to drop off and pick up my kids.
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE MUST TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION CURRENT AS WELL AS FUTURE USERS OF THE SITE AND THEIR DEMANDS.
ISLAND VISITORS ISLAND RESIDENTS ISLAND STUDENTS WATERFRONT RESIDENTS WATERFRONT VISITORS
How do we get across to the rest of the waterfront?
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
There is no where safe to drop off and pick up my kids.
Where is my community park?
WATERFRONT RESIDENTS
Where is my community park?
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE MUST TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION CURRENT AS WELL AS FUTURE USERS OF THE SITE AND THEIR DEMANDS.
ISLAND VISITORS ISLAND RESIDENTS ISLAND STUDENTS WATERFRONT RESIDENTS WATERFRONT VISITORS
How do we get across to the rest of the waterfront?
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
There is no where safe to drop off and pick up my kids.
Where is my community park?
ISLAND VISITORS
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE MUST TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION CURRENT AS WELL AS FUTURE USERS OF THE SITE AND THEIR DEMANDS.
ISLAND VISITORS ISLAND RESIDENTS ISLAND STUDENTS WATERFRONT RESIDENTS WATERFRONT VISITORS
How do we get across to the rest of the waterfront?
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
There is no where safe to drop off and pick up my kids.
Where is my community park?
ISLAND RESIDENTS
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
WATERFRONT VISITORS
How can I get across to the rest of the waterfront?
WATERFRONT OPERATIONS
We need clear access to help people in need.
ISLAND STUDENTS
There isn’t a safe place to drop off and pick up my kids.
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE MUST TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION CURRENT AS WELL AS FUTURE USERS OF THE SITE AND THEIR DEMANDS.
ISLAND VISITORS ISLAND RESIDENTS ISLAND STUDENTS WATERFRONT RESIDENTS WATERFRONT VISITORS
How do we get across to the rest of the waterfront?
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
There is no where safe to drop off and pick up my kids.
Where is my community park?
WATERFRONT RESIDENTS
Where is my community park?
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE MUST TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION CURRENT AS WELL AS FUTURE USERS OF THE SITE AND THEIR DEMANDS.
ISLAND VISITORS ISLAND RESIDENTS ISLAND STUDENTS WATERFRONT RESIDENTS WATERFRONT VISITORS
How do we get across to the rest of the waterfront?
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
There is no where safe to drop off and pick up my kids.
Where is my community park?
ISLAND VISITORS
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE MUST TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION CURRENT AS WELL AS FUTURE USERS OF THE SITE AND THEIR DEMANDS.
ISLAND VISITORS ISLAND RESIDENTS ISLAND STUDENTS WATERFRONT RESIDENTS WATERFRONT VISITORS
How do we get across to the rest of the waterfront?
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
There is no where safe to drop off and pick up my kids.
Where is my community park?
ISLAND RESIDENTS
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
WATERFRONT VISITORS
How can I get across to the rest of the waterfront?
WATERFRONT OPERATIONS
We need clear access to help people in need.
ISLAND STUDENTS
There isn’t a safe place to drop off and pick up my kids.
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE MUST TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION CURRENT AS WELL AS FUTURE USERS OF THE SITE AND THEIR DEMANDS.
ISLAND VISITORS ISLAND RESIDENTS ISLAND STUDENTS WATERFRONT RESIDENTS WATERFRONT VISITORS
How do we get across to the rest of the waterfront?
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
There is no where safe to drop off and pick up my kids.
Where is my community park?
WATERFRONT RESIDENTS
Where is my community park?
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE MUST TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION CURRENT AS WELL AS FUTURE USERS OF THE SITE AND THEIR DEMANDS.
ISLAND VISITORS ISLAND RESIDENTS ISLAND STUDENTS WATERFRONT RESIDENTS WATERFRONT VISITORS
How do we get across to the rest of the waterfront?
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
There is no where safe to drop off and pick up my kids.
Where is my community park?
ISLAND VISITORS
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE MUST TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION CURRENT AS WELL AS FUTURE USERS OF THE SITE AND THEIR DEMANDS.
ISLAND VISITORS ISLAND RESIDENTS ISLAND STUDENTS WATERFRONT RESIDENTS WATERFRONT VISITORS
How do we get across to the rest of the waterfront?
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
There is no where safe to drop off and pick up my kids.
Where is my community park?
ISLAND RESIDENTS
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
WATERFRONT VISITORS
How can I get across to the rest of the waterfront?
WATERFRONT OPERATIONS
We need clear access to help people in need.
ISLAND STUDENTS
There isn’t a safe place to drop off and pick up my kids.
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE MUST TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION CURRENT AS WELL AS FUTURE USERS OF THE SITE AND THEIR DEMANDS.
ISLAND VISITORS ISLAND RESIDENTS ISLAND STUDENTS WATERFRONT RESIDENTS WATERFRONT VISITORS
How do we get across to the rest of the waterfront?
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
There is no where safe to drop off and pick up my kids.
Where is my community park?
WATERFRONT RESIDENTS
Where is my community park?
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE MUST TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION CURRENT AS WELL AS FUTURE USERS OF THE SITE AND THEIR DEMANDS.
ISLAND VISITORS ISLAND RESIDENTS ISLAND STUDENTS WATERFRONT RESIDENTS WATERFRONT VISITORS
How do we get across to the rest of the waterfront?
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
There is no where safe to drop off and pick up my kids.
Where is my community park?
ISLAND VISITORS
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE MUST TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION CURRENT AS WELL AS FUTURE USERS OF THE SITE AND THEIR DEMANDS.
ISLAND VISITORS ISLAND RESIDENTS ISLAND STUDENTS WATERFRONT RESIDENTS WATERFRONT VISITORS
How do we get across to the rest of the waterfront?
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
There is no where safe to drop off and pick up my kids.
Where is my community park?
ISLAND RESIDENTS
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
WATERFRONT VISITORS
How can I get across to the rest of the waterfront?
WATERFRONT OPERATIONS
We need clear access to help people in need.
ISLAND STUDENTS
There isn’t a safe place to drop off and pick up my kids.
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE MUST TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION CURRENT AS WELL AS FUTURE USERS OF THE SITE AND THEIR DEMANDS.
ISLAND VISITORS ISLAND RESIDENTS ISLAND STUDENTS WATERFRONT RESIDENTS WATERFRONT VISITORS
How do we get across to the rest of the waterfront?
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
There is no where safe to drop off and pick up my kids.
Where is my community park?
WATERFRONT RESIDENTS
Where is my community park?
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE MUST TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION CURRENT AS WELL AS FUTURE USERS OF THE SITE AND THEIR DEMANDS.
ISLAND VISITORS ISLAND RESIDENTS ISLAND STUDENTS WATERFRONT RESIDENTS WATERFRONT VISITORS
How do we get across to the rest of the waterfront?
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
There is no where safe to drop off and pick up my kids.
Where is my community park?
ISLAND VISITORS
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE MUST TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION CURRENT AS WELL AS FUTURE USERS OF THE SITE AND THEIR DEMANDS.
ISLAND VISITORS ISLAND RESIDENTS ISLAND STUDENTS WATERFRONT RESIDENTS WATERFRONT VISITORS
How do we get across to the rest of the waterfront?
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
There is no where safe to drop off and pick up my kids.
Where is my community park?
ISLAND RESIDENTS
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
WATERFRONT VISITORS
How can I get across to the rest of the waterfront?
WATERFRONT OPERATIONS
We need clear access to help people in need.
ISLAND STUDENTS
There isn’t a safe place to drop off and pick up my kids.
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE MUST TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION CURRENT AS WELL AS FUTURE USERS OF THE SITE AND THEIR DEMANDS.
ISLAND VISITORS ISLAND RESIDENTS ISLAND STUDENTS WATERFRONT RESIDENTS WATERFRONT VISITORS
How do we get across to the rest of the waterfront?
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
There is no where safe to drop off and pick up my kids.
Where is my community park?
WATERFRONT RESIDENTS
Where is my community park?
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE MUST TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION CURRENT AS WELL AS FUTURE USERS OF THE SITE AND THEIR DEMANDS.
ISLAND VISITORS ISLAND RESIDENTS ISLAND STUDENTS WATERFRONT RESIDENTS WATERFRONT VISITORS
How do we get across to the rest of the waterfront?
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
There is no where safe to drop off and pick up my kids.
Where is my community park?
ISLAND VISITORS
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE MUST TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION CURRENT AS WELL AS FUTURE USERS OF THE SITE AND THEIR DEMANDS.
ISLAND VISITORS ISLAND RESIDENTS ISLAND STUDENTS WATERFRONT RESIDENTS WATERFRONT VISITORS
How do we get across to the rest of the waterfront?
Where do we buy tickets and get out of the sun?
The terminal is a fundmental part of my daily routine.
There is no where safe to drop off and pick up my kids.
Where is my community park?
WATERFRONT OPERATIONSWATERFRONT VISITORWATERFRONT RESIDENT
ISLAND VISITOR ISLAND RESIDENT ISLAND STUDENTS
SIMPLIFY THE COMPLEXITY
THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK CREATES A DYNAMIC PUBLIC
WATERFRONT LANDSCAPE THAT FACILITATES SIMULTANEOUSLY THE
CO-EXISTENCE OF PEDESTRIANS, FERRIES, SERVICE VEHICLES, AND
WATERFRONT ECOLOGIES.
USERS: SIX PROTOTYPICAL USER GROUPS OF THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK
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I’d love to be able to eat lunch outside somewhere.
We want a neighbourhood park we can enjoy year round.
Mom, where can I play?
Where does the line even start?
We’ve been standing in the hot sun for two hours!
How do we get across to the rest of the waterfront?
Where can I store my cart?
It would be great if people could watch all the action in the harbour.
Is this the way to the ferries?
Is this park public?
Where do I go from here?
Can I fish here?
Is this where we wait?
We should be part of an integrated transit system.
I wish I could have a better view of all the harbour activities!
There is nothing for me to eat!
Where can I deliver these packages to island residents?
How can I safely drop my children off for the Island School ferry?
How do we get to our patient?
We need to load this ferry as quickly and safely as possible.
Where will I unload all these tourists?
Where is my community park?
THE CURRENT CONDITION OF THE SITE IS FRAGMENTED, DIFFICULT TO NAVIGATE AND LACKS VISIBILITY
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Westin HarbourCastle HotelService Entrance
InformalSchool Drop-off
Island Service VehiclesIsland School BusTTC WheelTrans
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CONGESTION!OVERLOADED!
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To/FromCentre Island
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Restricted areas
Pedestrian detours & dead ends
Crisis area
CURRENT PEDESTRIAN AND VEHICLE FLOWS SHOWING POINTS OF CONGESTION AND LACK OF CONTINUITY
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Vehicle & service access
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Pedestrian detours & dead ends
Crisis area
PROPOSED REORGANIZATION AND SIMPLIFICATION OF SITE FLOWS TO FACILITATE CONTINUITY,
PERMEABILITY, WAYFINDING, VISIBILITY AND ACCESS
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THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK INTERCONNECTS THE CONSTELLATION OF MOBILITY SYSTEM POINTS ADJACENT TO THE SITE INTO A LEGIBLE WEB
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ARTS FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH
CARIBANA ARTS GROUPCARIBBEAN CARNIVAL
CARNIVAL ISLAND
EXHIBITION PLACE CANADIAN NATIONAL EXHIBITION
PRIDE TORONTO
TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
WESTJET STAGE
BUSKERFEST
TORONTO JAZZ FESTIVAL
HOT DOCS INTERNATIONAL DOCUMENTARY FESTIVALCONTACT PHOTOGRAPHY FESTIVAL
ELECTRIC ISLANDALL CAPS! ISLAND FESTIVAL
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BESTIVALWARD’S ISLAND GALA DAY
FESTIVAL OF INDIA
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SUMMER MUSIC IN THE GARDEN
THE POWER PLANT
ARTSCAPE GIBRALTAR POINT
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WARD 20 CYCLE ADVOCACY GROUP
TORONTO ISLAND BICYCLE RENTAL
MEC BIKEFEST
CYCLE TORONTO
TORONTO ISLAND MARINA
TORONTO ISLAND SAILING CLUB
TORONTO ISLAND CANOE CLUB
HANLAN BOAT CLUB
NATIONAL YACHT CLUB
HARBOUR CITY YACHT CLUB
MEC PADDLEFEST
HARBOURFRONT CANOE & KAYAK CENTREDISABLED SAILING ASSOCIATION OF ONTARIO
ABILITIES IN MOTION
ROYAL CANADIAN YACHT CLUB
ISLAND YACHT CLUB
ONTARIO PLACE MARINA
HARBOURFRONT CENTRE MARINA
NATREL POND
ALEXANDRA YACHT CLUB
QUEEN CITY YACHT CLUB
CANAMAC BOAT CRUISES
HERITAGE COAST CHARTERS
TORONTO HARBOUR TOURS MARIPOSA CRUISES MISS TORONTO
BOATELNAUTICAL ADVENTURES
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RIVER GAMBLER
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WATERFRONT BIA ACCESS ALLIANCE
BUSINESS OUT OF THE BOX
TORONTO ISLAND RESIDENTS HOUSING COOPFRIENDS OF TORONTO ISLANDS
YORK QUAY NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION
BATHURST QUAY NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATIONHARBOURFRONT COMMUNITY CENTRE HARBOUR SQUARE
ONTARIO FEDERATION OF LABOURSCADDING COURT COMMUNITY CENTRE
WATERFRONT TORONTO
GREEN ACCESS PROGRAM ST. LAWRENCE MARKET
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NONNINA’S TABLENEWCOMERS COOKING TOGETHER
METRO HALL FARMER’S MARKET
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URBAN FISHING FESTIVAL
ONTARIO FAMILY FISHING WEEKS
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SCCC GONE FISHIN’ FESTIVAL
ONTARIO FEDERATION OF ANGLERS AND HUNTERS
CENTREVILLE AMUSEMENT PARKFAR ENOUGH FARM
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TOURISM TORONTO
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HONDA INDY TORONTO
2015 PAN AMERICAN GAMES ROGERS CENTRE
GAME ON TORONTO
HANLAN’S POINT BEACHWARD’S ISLAND BEACH
CENTRE ISLAND BEACH
CITY SIGHTSEEING TORONTO
TORONTO ISLAND LAKE SWIM
TORONTO MARATHON
TORONTO TRIATHLON FESTIVAL
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TORONTO ICE RINKS
TORONTO LEARN TO SKATE
NATREL RINK
DJ SKATE NIGHT
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JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK
NETWORKS OF PARTICIPATION IN TOURISM AND RECREATION
The Jack Layton City Terminal Park is part of a large network
of recreation and tourism in the City of Toronto and occupies a
unique position mediating between the cultural activities and
institutions of the City and the Islands. It can be strategically
integrated with Toronto’s community, recreation and tourism
networks and can serve to further amplify certain activities.
The Pool hosts community swimming lessons in the summer and
sponsors learn-to-skate programs for new and old residents to
Toronto. The Orchard is tended to by community organizations
such as Not Far From the Tree, inspiring and connecting the
cities residents to a productive and beautiful idea of landscape.
The City Rooms act as community meeting rooms and are part
of the Park, Foresty & Recreation large network of Recreation
Centres. The Light House Terminal can serve as a starting point
for both summer and winter activities, supplying the necessary
equipment and clothing to safely and comfortably enjoy the
island all year round. It becomes an advertisement for the
Islands as a year round destination.
The robustness of the project allows for community engagement
and partnerships to be developed as new opportunities are
identified and the masterplan is developed.THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK AS INTEGRATOR OF CULTURAL AND INSTITUTIONAL ACTORS AND AGENTS
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ISLAND ACTIVITY OUTFITTER
DAY LOCKERSBEACH WEAR
WINTER CLOTHING
BBQ + PICNIC
BIKE RENTAL
SNOWSHOE RENTAL
CROSS COUNTRY SKI RENTAL
SUN PROTECTION
LOCATED IN THE LIGHT HOUSE TERMINAL, THE ISLAND OUTFITTERS ACTS AS A TRAIL-HEAD FOR THE ISLANDS YEAR ROUND. THE JACK LAYTON CITY TERMINAL PARK AS TOURISTIC DESTINATION
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NEW BEACONS MARKING THE FERRY DOCKS ON THE ISLANDS CREATE A VISUAL DIALOGUE WITH THE LIGHT HOUSE TERMINAL
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USER NARRATIVESSPRING: ISLAND RESIDENT
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She is approaching the Light House Terminal. The line reflects her arrival, the mirror reflets her confidence. She is beautiful today, she surely is.
Riding her bike, she meets Jack Layton on his bike too, happy as she is. She waves at him while following her road through the city terminal
The view from the city slope allows the island resident to appreciate the city. She quickly turns on to The Belvedere to go to the sculpture garden.
She finally found a resting place for reading and the endless pleasure of being outside, under the sun, close to activities.
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This charming couple is in town for the first time. Taking pictures is part of their experience; we prefer to be tolerant of those actions - who would not enjoy
the presence of the battleship Algonquin?
Summer days are best to spend the entire day outside - our friends are right to take a break in the cool water. Changing cabin first, swimming suits on, enjoy yourself without restraint.
Look at those love birds: that lady is having such a great time that she is singing out loud! I will stop my
comments so you can appreciate the beauty of the moment.
They will come back in winter to take more pictures and do some ice skating. That is for sure.
AUTUMN: ISLAND SCHOOL CHILD
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By noon, they discovered a place to rest and have a healthy lunch. Even after an half day journey, they look forward to what is to come.
They decided to split there for their research of a secret spot. Or maybe Elizabeth felt annoyed about the lizard brochette Jim ate for lunch. Anyways, younger kids are still enjoying the playscape for the rest of the afternoon.
His dad came and asked, “How was your day at school son, did you have a good time with your friends?” The boy answered, “It was a usual day Daddy, usual.”
Please children, do not lie to your parents.
The tourist map these two friends found at the bus stop might help them explore the Jack Layton City Terminal Park.
Those French tourists thought Canada was about Maple syrup and slushy roads... they forgot about the ferry boat.
Those French tourists thought running shoes were appropriate for Canadian winters - get your moon boots on folks.
Those French tourists just now understood how Canadiens spend their spring break: under tropical heat.
Those French tourists are happy about their hot spiced apple drink from the Harbour Cafe
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Times have changed around the waterfront.I remember the deserted Harbour Square, the old terminal... now it is populated.
Molly and I took part of this entire new universe - she likes it pretty much, the activities, the kids yelling - myself, I might be an old grinch.
After a season of movement I think I am used to it - those people coming everyday to have fun gave me inspiration...I might start to write again, maybe about these people.
We went to the greenhouse today. Molly likes the tropics, its greenness, if I could say, its generosity...myself, I might stay an old grinch.
YEAR ROUND: WATERFRONT RESIDENT
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PHASE ONE: YOUNG DESIGNERS COMPETITION + CITY SLOPE SCAFFOLD
The concept for Phase One of this project is to introduce a series
of installations on the site of the Jack Layton City Terminal Park
that will create public excitement and support for the future
transformation of the site. These will be a testbed for some of the
proposed design elements and will correspond with the proposed
landscape bands. Phase One will consist of two parts: a temporary
installation of the City Slope consisting entirely of scaffolding,
and a design competition between Canadian design schools for
installations relating to each of the distinct landscapes proposed
for the site.
The temporary preview installation of the City Slope will be built
out of scaffolding and will include cutouts for existing trees so that
none have to be transplanted at this stage. This will provide an
ideal vantage point for the sailing races and other Inner Harbour
events, as well as for fireworks displays during the summer
months. This installation will also provide the design team with
user metrics and feedback that will be used for subsequent
environmental assessment reports and in the refinement of the
masterplan and design components over time.
The design competition, run by the primary design team, will
be an open call for young designers in art and design schools
across Canada to construct landscape-based installations for
each of the distinct thematic bands in the proposed Jack Layton
City Terminal Park. These installations will showcase emerging
Canadian design talent and will remain as public art landmarks in
the completed park, in their original locations wherever possible.
FORMAL INVESTIGATIONS FOR THE CITY SLOPE SCAFFOLD
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ALGOMA UNIVERSITYCARLETON UNIVERSITY
FANSHAW COLLEGEUNIVERSITY OF GUELPH
LAURENTIAN UNIVERSITYNIPISSING UNIVERSITY
OCAD UNIVERSITYRYERSON UNIVERSITYQUEEN’S UNIVERSITY
SHERIDAN COLLEGEUNIVERSITY OF TORONTO
UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOOUNIVERSITY OF WESTERN ONTARIO
UNIVERSITY OF WINDSORWILFRED LAURIER UNIVERSITY
YORK UNIVERSITYALBERTA COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN
UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTAUNIVERSITY OF CALGARY
UNIVERSITY OF LETHBRIDGEMACEWAN UNIVERSITY
MEDICINE HAT COLLEGEMOUNT ROYAL UNIVERSITY
NAITTHE BANFF CENTER
UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIACAPILANO UNIVERSITY
EMILY CARR UNIVERSITY OF ART+DESIGNUNIVERSITY OF THE FRASER VALLEY
KWANTLEN POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITYUNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN BRITISH COLUMBIA
ROYAL ROADS UNIVERSITYSIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY
THOMPSON RIVERS UNIVERSITYVANCOUVER ISLAND UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIAUNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA
MOUNT ALLISON UNIVERSITYNEW BRUNSWICK COLLEGE OF CRAFT AND DESIGN
ST. THOMAS UNIVERSITYDALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY
NOVA SCOTIA COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGNBISHOP’S UNIVERSITY
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITYUNIVERSITE LAVAL
MCGILL UNIVERSITYUNIVERSITE DU QUEBEC A MONTREAL
FIRST NATIONS UNIVERSITY OF CANADAUNIVERSITY OF REGINA
YOUNG DESIGNERS COMPETITION:CANADIAN DESIGN SCHOOLS
PHASE ONE CONCEPT PLAN
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COMPETITION TEAM CONTRIBUTORS
CLEMENT BLANCHET ARCHITECTUREClement Blanchet
Hugo Jammes
Filippo Pasini
Ana Marti-Baron
Philippe Sarfati
Adrien Zlatic
Francesco Maria Bozzerla
Clotilde Maréchal
RVTRKathy Velikov
Geoffrey Thün
Dan McTavish
Colin Ripley
Andrew Wald
Caileigh MacKellar
Di Wu
Stefan Cavezzali
Stephen Sarver
Lucien Menair
Jen Ng
Daniel Tish
Batlle I RoigJoan Roig
Angel Cerezo
Mario Suñer Díaz
SCOTT TORRANCE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE INC.
Scott Torrance
Lei Chang
Aaron Fox
ARUP
Alan Duggan
Hilary Holden
Marc-Paul Gauthier
Matthew Browning
George Muhlschlegel
Nikos Chalaris
Conor Lavery
ADAMSON AND ASSOCIATES ARCHITECTS
David Jansen
Abel Gill
SMART
Sue Zielinski
VS-A GROUP (ENVELOPE CONSULTANT)
Rob Van Santen
Gontran Dufour
Larissa Blaser
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