Density Toronto: Why the skyscrapers on steroids?

from the Toronto Star:



Wendy Gillis
Staff Reporter




Why are skyscrapers on steroids?

Toronto’s fascination with towering architecture is in stark relief in its inimitable and ever-changing skyline.

There, the iconic CN tower and lofty downtown office buildings are increasingly joined by glass and steel residential structures reaching upwards of 40 storeys.

But lately, developers and city builders have their heads even further in the clouds. Within just weeks, Toronto has seen five proposals for super skyscrapers that, if built, would be among the tallest in the country. ...................(more)

The complete piece is at: http://www.thestar.com/news/gta/article/1278409--density-toronto-why-the-skyscrapers-on-steroids