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Morden House Captain G.E. Morden House

...to highlight the heritage value of the Morden House. The original structure was relocated to a new foundation, positioned further south on the site, reinforcing its historic relationship to the street, and allowing for three new residential lots to be created. The rubble stone masonry structure was reinforced with deep repointing and repairs to the stucco facade treatment. Set behind...

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2021: Honours & Awards at ERA

by ERA Architects

As the days get colder and we head into the final days of 2021, ERA is looking back at the recognition and awards we’ve received this year for some very deserving projects, alongside some fantastic teams who are looking forward and building our cities and communities into tomorrow. The highlights from 2021 cover a range of work from heritage conservation,...

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an image of leather shoes recovered from the Armoury Street excavation is superimposed on top of a Goad's Insurance Map, detailing the site area and context of Centre Avenue and Armoury Street in historic St John's Ward.

Archaeology in The Ward: A New Exhibit

by ERA Architects

...rotunda, located adjacent to both the east and west elevator bays, and will be on display through spring of 2018. Infrastructure Ontario is creating an online archive of past exhibit displays available at infrastructureontario.ca/armourystreetdig Link to the Toronto Star’s coverage: https://www.thestar.com/news/immigration/2018/01/11/new-exhibit-sheds-light-on-torontos-early-immigrant-entrepreneurship.html Related content: https://www.eraarch.ca/2015/the-ward-a-new-book-coming-2015/ https://www.eraarch.ca/2015/the-ward-a-new-book-update/ https://www.eraarch.ca/2017/coming-up-the-ward-songs-and-sounds-of-a-lost-toronto-neighbourhood/ Post by guest writer Carl Shura. All photos courtesy of ERA Architects and TMHC....

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Royal Victoria Hospital, circa 1917, showing the entry procession and multiple buildings up the incline of Mount Royal.
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A New Life for the Former Royal Victoria Hospital in Montréal

by ERA Architects

...buildings were added to the original pavilions, reflecting the evolution of medicine throughout the 20th century. Because of its location, architecture, and history, the complex is recognized by several statutes including being one of the major buildings located in the Mount Royal heritage site and an indigenous archaeological area of interest. Hersey Pavilion is also a National Historic Site of...

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Revitalizing waterfront sites: Exploring the potential of Ontario Place

by ERA Architects

...We must give the site time breathe and exist, focusing on the values of water, edge and the connections that happen on the site. In due time this will help Ontario Place find its place along Toronto’s waterfront and in our collective consciousness. Learn more about the Future of Ontario Place. Watch the livestream of the Revitalizing Waterfront Sites session....

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Maple Leaf Gardens – A National Historic Site

by admin

...Gardens as a National Historic Site. In June of 2006 the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada met to consider the building’s national significance and recommended its designation. This June we are happy to announce that the Minister of the Environment recently designated Maple Leaf Gardens a National Historic Site. Stay tuned for information on the plaque unveiling ceremony....

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R.L. Hearn Generating Station

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...The Turbine Hall addressed in the Behnisch plan occupies approximately 2/5ths of the total volume of the building; what further opportunities might exist if we were to consider the adaptive reuse potentials for the entire site? Site model of the Portlands area showing the original 1834 shoreline (beneath), and the contemporary shoreline made up of urban fill (above) – with...

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The Cinesphere at Ontario Place

Ontario Place and the value of cultural heritage sites

by ERA Architects

...they’re seeking a long-term lease for the space, moving Ontario Place away from public governance to private ownership and development. World Monuments Fund is now calling for it to be saved, and importance as a site with heritage and cultural value to be recognized. Every two years, the Fund releases a list of cultural heritage sites around the world deemed...

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News & Events

A new look for ERAarch.ca

by ERA Architects

We’re happy to share the new look for our website ERAarch.ca. Over the years, the range of work we’ve tackled and the expertise we’ve developed has expanded to the point where we felt our web site wasn’t properly reflecting what makes ERA unique. Over the course of the last year, we worked to refresh the look of the site and...

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62 – 64 Charles Street: The Lost Craft of Tuck-pointing Returns

by ERA Architects

...honoured last fall with a 2017 CAHP Award of Excellence —Materials, Craftsmanship and Construction. ERA is continuing to feature this technique prominently through work on the Selby Hotel at 592 Sherbourne, which is set to be completed in the summer. For more information: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zxPc6_2R-Hc Article by Dave LeBlanc in the Globe and Mail: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/real-estate/toronto/the-lost-art-of-tuckpointing-reborn-intoronto/article37802073/ Related content: https://www.eraarch.ca/2017/capitalizing-on-heritage-awarding-conservation-materials-craftsmanship-and-construction/ https://www.eraarch.ca/2017/era-learns-the-fine-art-of-tuckpointing-from-a-melbourne-based-master/ https://www.eraarch.ca/2012/tuckpointing-a-note-on-detail/  ...

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A once-popular historic Mackinac Island retreat is in the process of being restored to its former glory

by ERA Architects

...Mackinac Island, ‘the crown jewel of Michigan’, is regaining its lustre. The project team have spent the last four years managing the site as design lead in support of the local architecture firm and project manager, and coordinated the work of the various consultants. The scope included the complete restoration of the site’s “Yellow Cottage”, and the extension and refinishing...

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Ontario Place in docomomoUS

by ERA Architects

...intricate weaving of landforms with canals and lagoons. Over the years, the site was altered a number of times, which obscured the clarity of the original design. In 2012 the Province of Ontario partially closed the site and announced a major redevelopment project to be completed by 2017. The Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Sport has since conducted a heritage...

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