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June 20, 2017 In Architecture, Construction, Design

How Green it Is

 

The impact of global warming is happening now, and Grove Project Management is proud of our commitment to ensuring our projects meet and exceed current environmental standards and recommendations.  Our Fallingbrook project located on Kingston Road in the Beach, is one such project which successfully incorporated a green roof into the design.  The project which was completed in 2009, was the first condominium building on Kingston Road to effectively integrate green roof technology into its build.    Science is still perfecting this technology every day and Grove will be striving to utilize this vital tool while incorporating other key green standards into current and future projects.

Read here how the University of Toronto’s GRIT lab are working to perfect Green Roof technology to adapt to different building applications, as the ever changing growth of the city demands.

 

 

June 12, 2017 In Art, City of Toronto, Neighbourhood

Toronto East Neighbourhood Murals

Local artists are invited to submit their entries for consideration for the murals to be featured as part of the Bell Box Murals Project.  The deadline for submission is Friday, June 30th, check out the requirements for submission in the flyer above.

May 16, 2017 In Beech House

Beech House Construction Update

Construction on our Beech House project is on track and residents can look forward to a tentative Fall 2018 occupancy.  The aerial shot above was taken April 2, 2017 and shows the progress being made as concrete is poured and the building gradually rises out of the ground.   Keep watching our blog for regular updates on the construction progress.

May 4, 2017 In City, Neighbourhood, Recreational

Toronto’s Farmer’s Markets

One of the best ways to get to know a city, either as a local or as a visitor passing through,  is to visit one of Toronto’s many neighbourhood Farmer’s Markets.  Each unique in its diversity of food, artisanal bakeries, arts and crafts and general well being, a visit to one of the local markets is a must do.  In addition to the larger, more popular venues such as the St. Lawrence, Evergreen Brickworks and Nathan Phillips Square, there are many small, intimate, neighbourhood and seasonal pop up markets for everyone to enjoy.  For a comprehensive list, click here

April 27, 2017 In Art, City, Design, Music, Neighbourhood, Residential

Looking forward to…

Toronto eastenders have a lot to look forward to in 2017 with regards to a resurgence of cultural and arts venues and events.  Now Magazine did a great article on what the residents east of the Don can look forward to in the coming months as their neighbourhoods come alive with restored venues and a vibrant art scene.  Check out what’s coming here

 

April 25, 2017 In Art, City, Design, Neighbourhood

Beach Studio Tour

The annual Spring Beach Studio Tour is happening May 5 – 7th.  This is your opportunity to pick up some unique creations from local artists who open their homes and studios to to the community to showcase and sell their works of art.  Enjoy a lovely day in the neighbourhood and meet some interesting people while supporting our local economy!   For more information, click here

 

March 23, 2017 In Neighbourhood

East of the Don

With the recent surge of glass towers popping up all over the city, it is comforting to know that while developers are staying current and meeting an ever-increasing demand for green technology and modern spaces, that the old is not forgotten in the process.  A great example of this, is the rebirth of the Romanesque Revival building, best known for many years,  as the home of  the somewhat unsavory establishment , Jilly’s,  into what promises to be an exciting new addition on the hotel scene in Toronto.  Located at Broadview and Queen,  The Broadview Hotel will open in 2017 after a respectful restoration and modern addition have been completed.  When it opens its doors, The hotel will house 58 boutique style  rooms, a street level café and a rooftop bar.

A much needed facelift at this vitally important gateway to many energetic east end neighbourhoods, all eyes are on the Broadview Hotel’s arrival as an architecturally significant and sound piece of Toronto’s story.

Click on the link below to watch Toronto Star reporter, Christopher Hume’s short video on this piece of Toronto’s history.

https://www.thestar.com/news/2016/03/07/hume-the-broadview-hotel.html

March 16, 2017 In Beech House, Construction

When The Wind Blows

With spring less than a week away, Mother Nature decided to have a little bit of fun by throwing another winter wallop at us yesterday.    Snow, bitter cold and extreme high winds were the order of the day and those type of weather conditions can wreak havoc on a construction schedule.

Yesterday, our Beech House project was forced to shut down operation of the crane due to high winds and freezing rain and snow.  Temperatures of less than minus 16 and winds over 55 kms per hour mandate the shutting down of the crane for safety concerns.   At this stage of the build, the crane is an integral player on the field and its inability to operate safely virtually brings the whole site to a grinding halt.   Many factors are taken into account regarding the operation of a crane under adverse conditions including but not limited to temperatures, wind, precipitation, as well as load dimensions and weight.  Safety First necessitates prudence in these matters.  Twenty-Four hours later and we are back up and running and looking forward to a gentler Mother Nature in the weeks to come.