Posts Filed Under: public space

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Public Works: How 2018 Will Redefine Toronto’s Use of Public Space

This year, Toronto could see spaces reimagined in a way that will serve as inspiration for other cities.

By Erin Davis Jan. 19th, 9:00 am

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Public Works: A skating loop in the city’s new “civic living room” opens

The Bentway is Toronto's answer to NYC's High Line.

By Zach Ruiter Jan. 5th, 7:00 pm

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What Toronto Can Learn from Montreal’s Green Laneways

More than 69 kilometers of laneways have been transformed by benches, bike parking and flower beds. If connected, they would be almost as long as the Montreal Metro

By Emily Macrae Aug. 8th, 12:00 pm

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Why Yonge-Dundas Square Struggles as Public Space

The Hard Rock Cafe may soon become a Shoppers Drug Mart.

By Kieran Delamont Mar. 16th, 9:00 pm

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Peanut-Free Public Spaces Have Dire Consequences for Food Bank Users

Many low-income Torontonians rely on peanut butter as a nutritious and affordable source of protein, but it has its restrictions.

By Nikhil Sharma Sep. 7th, 12:30 pm

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How Yonge-Dundas Square Can Solve its Programming Gap During The Off-Season

The public square is relatively empty during winter months.

By Lisa Cumming Aug. 18th, 1:00 pm

Why this Kensington Graffiti Project Displays Hard-To-Look-At Photographs From Around The World

A worldwide series that highlights the lowlights of our planet.

By Stephanie Avery May. 13th, 10:00 am

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Shaping Toronto: Public Space Philanthropy

From High Park to Under Gardiner, how private donations shape our public realm.

By Jamie Bradburn Dec. 2nd, 3:30 pm

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Under the Gardiner, We’ll Be Falling in Love

A new public space is coming to an underpass near you.

By Kelli Korducki Nov. 17th, 1:00 pm

2014 Hero: The Fort York Neighbourhood

Nominated for: rejuvenating a historic site and the surrounding neighbourhood.

By Jamie Bradburn • Illustration by Tonia CowanDec. 23rd, 12:55 pm

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Public Works: Pocket Parks Turn Concrete Curbs Into Green Space

San Francisco and London are squeezing tiny recreational spaces into busy urban areas.

By Peter Goffin Nov. 25th, 9:00 am

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Finding Better Uses for Toronto’s Public Laneways

New non-profit, The Laneway Project, sees Toronto's 2,400 laneways as usable public space, and hopes you will too.

By Peter Goffin Nov. 17th, 1:30 pm

Public Works: Creating a Natural Swimming Pool in the Heart of Berlin

Swimming, boardwalks, and wetlands could transform a bustling Berlin tourist area—and bring the city together with nature like never before.

By Peter Goffin Oct. 28th, 12:30 pm

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Public Works: Hanging Out in Public Hammocks

Vienna's travelling hammock house lets visitors kick back, relax, and drink in the urban landscape.

By Peter Goffin Sep. 23rd, 9:00 am

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Opinion: Our Transit Agency Shouldn’t Be in the Business of Endangering Drivers

Metrolinx wants to allow eight new giant electronic billboards—right along the 401 and 427. How is an agency that's supposed to make travel better issuing such an absurd proposal?

By Dave Meslin (Guest Opinion) Jul. 8th, 5:18 pm

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The Case for Sticky Streets

City planning expert Brent Toderian wants streets to make passersby stick around.

By Peter Goffin Jul. 2nd, 2:25 pm

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Toronto Should Say No to More Digital Billboards

Soon council will consider recommendations that would allow more digital billboards in parts of the city where they're currently prohibited. One public-space activist explains why that's concerning.

By Alison Gorbould (Guest) Sep. 24th, 2:45 pm

Cops Are Tops at the 2013 Pug Awards

A new police station scores two honours at the 2013 Pug Awards for architecture.

By Jamie Bradburn Jun. 27th, 10:30 am