Old and new merge effortlessly at the Chocolate Lofts
Excertp from an article by Christopher Hume - Toronto Star
The Chocolate Company Lofts, at 955 Queen Street West, are an excellent example of how existing buildings can be integrated with new and both benefit. Although this complex isn’t completely finished yet, it’s already clear the results will be something that enhances the neighbourhood and indeed, the city.
The original building, at the east end of the block (Massey St.), is a simple yellow- and red-brick structure brought to life by decorative masonry and an imposing stone entrance on Queen.
The original building at Chocolate Company Lofts, with its imposing stone entrance, sets the tone for a new addition.
The differences are subtle but unmistakable. Best of all, Chocolate Co. exists in harmony with its neighbours, including the deftly redone Candy Factory Lofts next door. There’s none of that generic quality so characteristic of Toronto architecture. Even the addition on top manages to be unobtrusive.
This is one loft complex that couldn’t be anywhere else, that belongs.
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