Toronto could soon have the fifth highest number of mixed-use residential supertalls in the world, alongside cities like NYC and Hong Kong.
By 2030, at least seven “supertall” skyscrapers are expected to rise and forever alter the look of Canada’s busiest downtown.
The supertalls, defined as being more than 300 metres tall by global non-profit Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH), have divided housing observers. Proponents argue the vertical behemoths will add much needed housing as the city faces a severe affordability crisis, while critics say supertalls are impractical, luxury housing with units too pricey for the average buyer and will likely serve as investment vehicles for the world’s wealthiest.
Seven new ‘supertall’ buildings are coming to Toronto – is that a good thing (Toronto Star, April 24, 2024)
Image: rendering showing proposed 15-19 Bloor W. and The One (currently under construction) at 1 Bloor W.
More info: Settlement Increases Future Supertall at 19 Bloor West to 99 Storeys (Urban Toronto, April 3, 2024)
