Restored Doorway
This is the wonderful doorway into the building at 315 Bloor St W which has just undergone a complete exterior restoration and an extensive interior remodel. It was designed by architects Burke & Horwood and constructed in 1909 as the headquarters of the Meteorological Service of Canada and remained so until 1971 when it was purchased by U of Toronto and used as admissions offices until 2010. Renovations began and it is now part of the Munk School Of Global Affairs. I haven't seen the interior yet but if the care given to restoring the beautiful Miramichi sandstone facade is any indication it must be fabulous!
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A magnificent doorway, and a magnificent restoration job too!
The portion above the doors is a piece of art. There's lots of detail to explore.
Well, to begin with, I love that stonework. And the smoother stucco or concrete that frames the door. The door itself is a perfect companion to these materials. But the arch's artwork is what sets it off so beautifully.
A grand entrance giving a sense of permanence and strength.
That is a beautiful stonework.
Such a lovely image, some nice architecture and the colours complement each other. That makes two of us posting photos of doorways today. Head on over to the blog to see.
Have a great weekend
Gorgeous! They did a wonderful job.
You must be very proud of your city, everything is so well preserved, and one can find art everywhere!
Have a good weekend RedPat! ;-)
Magnificent architecture. A prelude to what lays beyond.
This is stunning!
Munk has some pretty interesting architecture - and I like the understated signage over the door, it blends in so well.
Outstanding, RedPat. Back to back I have seen glorious stonework in Perth and Toronto. Viewing these CDP blogs is so much fun!
What handsome details.
How beautiful!
Doors? I still am focussed on the amazing stone frontage. WOW!
Beautiful work done here. Those doors are amazing but that stonework is just superb.
A very nice bit of restoration work here Pat, bet the inside is fabulous.
Very impressive!
very lovely entrance, RedPat!
It's incredible, this building looks almost brand spanking new.
What a beautiful door!
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