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Towers: a comparison in evaluation, context, and conservation

by ERA Architects

...traditional distinctions between ‘highbrow’ and ‘low brow’ resources are revisited, a more expansive understanding of value can lead to better and more creative uses for our built heritage. ERA is able to offer a limited number of free downloads of this article. If interested, please click here to obtain a copy. Photo of 100 Spadina Ave. courtesy of ERA Architects....

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Wellbeing Toronto

by ERA Architects

...on easy to read maps, tables and graphs. This free tool supports decision making and seeks to engage citizens and businesses in understanding the challenges and opportunities of creating and maintaining healthy neighbourhoods. What an incredibly powerful tool. The City should be roundly and loudly celebrated for making this data available, which will allow residents to draw powerful associations and...

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Culture of Outports: Burlington Freelab

by ERA Architects

...invent new industries and ways of life in response to these major shifts by exploring and diversifying in alternative economies and opportunities. In many cases, creative thinkers are rebuilding these communities in the next wave of cultural activity. A filled in pond is currently serving as the only public site on Burlington’s waterfront, allowing for camping and gathering. The Free...

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The Cinesphere at Ontario Place

Ontario Place and the value of cultural heritage sites

by ERA Architects

...of visitors since its opening in 1971 and has remained a familiar and iconic landmark for many Ontarians and visitors.” How can Ontario Place continue to a valuable public space? The World Monuments Fund recognizes this in their write up on the site, outlining the vision of what Ontario Place can once again become. “Through free and public access to...

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Toronto the Good: A Jane’s Walk Launch Party

by ERA Architects

For our annual Toronto the Good Party, we are supporting the 2016 Launch of Jane’s Walk! This year marks the 10th anniversary of Jane’s Walk, a movement of free, citizen-led walking tours inspired by the ideals of the late civic activist and prolific writer Jane Jacobs. These walks encourage citizens to share stories, explore their communities, and connect with their...

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TCLF Presents, Second Wave of Modernism III: Leading with Landscape Conference

by ERA Architects

...– Toronto the Good Reception. Location: The Fermenting Cellar, 28 Distillery Lane. May 23, 6:00pm – 9:00pm – Evergreen Brickworks Tour & Reception. Location: Evergreen Brickworks, 550 Bayview Avenue. May 23 & May 24, 9:00am – 5:00pm – What’s Out There® Weekend free expert-led tours of various sites around Toronto. Click here to view the different tour stops. Click here...

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We’re celebrating: June 7th at Fort York

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When: Thursday, June 7th, 6:30–11pm; Where: Fort York, Toronto; How much: Free Entry, Cash Bar Each year we get together with Toronto Society of Architects, Spacing Magazine, and other partners to hold our Toronto the Good event, a chance to mingle, chat, and compare notes about what has been and what will come to be. This year we return to...

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Oleleshwa Primary School phase 1 Complete

by ERA Architects

...oversaw the construction of the school’s first classroom. Upon completion of the first classroom, enrollment was approximately 50 students. In the past year, this number has increased to over 200 students ranging from grades 1 to 3, all for whom Oleleshwa Primary School now provides free education. In recent months the government of Kenya has recognized the school as part...

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Heritage and Democracy Workshop: Registration Now Open!

by ERA Architects

Friday May 6 2016, 9am-5pm Heritage and Democracy: Bringing Heritage out of History and into the City $12 STUDENTS $15 MEMBERS $20 GENERAL All Jane’s Walks are free and open to the public Heritage and Democracy: Bringing Heritage out of History and into the City is a one-day workshop presented by ICOMOS Canada – the Canadian committee of the International...

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Accessibility & Heritage Conservation

by ERA Architects

...overview of the legislation, process, approaches, and examples of barriers to accessibility. Barriers are more than just physical, and often they are rooted in societal attitudes and practices, which can sometimes be addressed through thoughtful design considerations. The students learned about two design solutions: barrier free design (with no physical obstacles) and universal design (accessibility for all people regardless of...

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Building Toronto: Archives and Architects Lecture Series

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...the best. Michael McClelland of ERA Architects will explore how academic and popular interest in building types and materials changes over time, and how important it is for archives to support primary research in these new and different areas. * Admission to the series is free, but pre-registration is required for the lecture. Please contact Paul Sharkey at [email protected] for...

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ERA Presents at TCLF Second Wave of Modernism III: Leading with Landscape

by ERA Architects

...the use of streetscapes/sidewalks as spaces of life and leisure. Her idea is to revitalize the public realm via landscapes that profoundly affect the livability- and walkability – of the city. In her words, “we often think of streets as roads for moving instead of as places to be.” The realities of budget and practicality were equally important subjects of...

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