Robert Watson Lofts on Sorauren
The old sugar and candy factory on Sorauren joins two other loft conversions
As the original home of the R&T Watson Co. confectioners, the address 363 Sorauren Avenue has been one of the sweetest in Toronto. Now this historic landmark has been transformed from sweet to suite as Rosebud Homes and Sky Development Group converted the former candy factory into fabulous hard loft residences.
The Robert Watson Lofts project, including the restoration of an existing vintage building and the construction of a new six-storey loft building, was completed last year and is already full of happy owners.
With respect for heritage, Rosebud Homes and Sky Development Group went to great lengths to preserve the vintage building’s character by leaving the original painted lettering on the exterior, as well as the century-old brick, wood beams, columns, and soaring 10- to 16-foot ceilings inside the lofts.
The 1903 construction includes wooden ceilings, concrete floors and exposed spiral ductwork - providing an industrial aesthetic that begs dramatic decor. The four-storey original building had a fifth floor added to it, with tremendous care being taken to reinforce the structure.
Both buildings include high ceilings and polished concrete floors. The new loft building also features expansive walls of windows offering stunning city views, gas ovens for cooking, and patios or balconies. The fusion of the new and vintage buildings is spectacular.
Amenity areas add an air of distinction, and industrial-style elevator cabs add to the vintage ambience of the former factory. The buildings surround a landscaped courtyard with a green roof garden recreation and barbecue area. Among the loft highlights are kitchens with granite countertops, ceramic tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances.
The Robert Watson Lofts add a coveted residential component to the burgeoning Roncesvalles Village area, which offers a diverse culture and quaint mix of trendy restaurants, coffee shops, convenient stores, and furniture shops.
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