201 Carlaw Ave & 34-56 Boston Ave, Toronto

Overview

Before its conversion to lofts, this Leslieville landmark lay at the heart of Toronto’s industrial sector. Originally built to house printing presses, this warehouse was once a vital part of Toronto’s industry. Converted to lofts in 2014, this Toronto loft seamlessly blends the original 3-storey structure with a striking glass tower and stacked townhouses along the east side.

Indeed, the original 1913 building remains an integral part of the condominium, with an eight-story tower that rises above the historical podium. Designed with an eye to maintaining the original features, the developers incorporated the original industrial skylights into these two-storey units. Another painstaking restoration involved the façade as well as the classic features of the main entrance portico, which reveals a grand wooden staircase and vaulted ceilings.

Most Notable Features

Ingenious design: In keeping with the industrial vibe, architects used the landscaped courtyards, private yards and street frontages to integrate the industrial podium into the surrounding landscape, hiding the underground parking.

Striking features and finishes: This building boasts all the features and finishes buyers expect in a loft, including concrete floors, exposed concrete ceilings as well as stainless steel appliances, stone countertops, custom-designed islands, and deep soaker tubs.

A variety of options: Residents of The Printing Factory have lots of options to choose from, with two- and three-bedroom units in the tower structure, live/work studio lofts in the original building, and family-sized townhouses along Boston Avenue. Whether singles, couples or families, the variety of living styles reflect the colourful nature of this vibrant neighbourhood.