Architectural Domains

Yeah, so we've been mapping out these urban spaces for a while now - each domain tells its own story. Check out what we've been working on across the GTA and beyond.

Heritage Zones Mixed-Use Districts Residential Domains
Domain Planning

Domain Categories We Work With

Not gonna lie, categorizing these projects can get messy. Buildings don't always fit into neat boxes, but we try our best to keep things organized. Filter through what you're looking for below.

Distillery District Domain

Distillery District Heritage Zone

Heritage

This one's close to my heart. We spent nearly two years mapping out the heritage characteristics and zoning requirements for this entire district. The Victorian-era industrial buildings presented some real challenges - you can't just slap modern codes onto structures from 1832.

  • Domain Area: 13 acres
  • Heritage Buildings: 47 structures
  • Zoning: HCD-1 (Protected)
  • Completion: 2021
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King West Domain

King West Entertainment District

Mixed-Use

Talk about dynamic. This domain keeps evolving every year. We've been consulting on the mixed-use development guidelines here since 2019, balancing residential towers with street-level commercial and entertainment spaces.

  • Location: King St W corridor
  • Density: High-rise mixed-use
  • Est. Residents: 12,000+
  • Commercial Units: 280+
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University Campus Domain

University Campus Institutional Domain

Institutional

Working with U of T's St. George campus was honestly intimidating at first. You're dealing with buildings dating back to the 1850s alongside modern research facilities. The zoning overlays alone took months to document properly.

  • Established: 1827
  • Domain Size: 71 hectares
  • Heritage Buildings: 23
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Residential Domain

Leslieville Residential Domain

Residential

This neighborhood's been going through some serious transformation. We helped establish the residential character guidelines to maintain that classic Toronto feel while allowing for gentle density increases. It's a delicate balance, honestly.

  • Primary: Low-rise residential
  • Character: Established
  • Lot Sizes: Variable 25-50ft
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Commercial Domain

Yorkville Luxury Commercial Zone

Commercial

High-end retail meets heritage architecture here. The domain analysis for Yorkville required understanding both the historical significance and the modern commercial pressures. Lots of stakeholder meetings on this one, let me tell you.

  • Type: Premium retail
  • Property Values: High
  • Status: Active development
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Waterfront Heritage
Heritage + Mixed-Use

Queens Quay Waterfront Domain

This waterfront project was probably one of the most complex domain analyses we've tackled. You've got heritage warehouse structures, new condo developments, public spaces, and marine infrastructure all overlapping. The environmental impact studies alone took eight months.

2.5 km

Waterfront Length

18 Sites

Development Parcels

2018-2023

Project Timeline

Mixed

Domain Type

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Cabbagetown Domain

Cabbagetown Heritage Residential

Heritage

One of Toronto's oldest neighborhoods - these Victorian row houses need special care. We developed conservation guidelines that respect the 1850s character while allowing necessary updates. Lots of meetings with heritage committees on this one.

  • Era: Victorian 1850s-1890s
  • Protected Status: Yes
  • Guidelines: Conservation
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Kensington Market

Kensington Market Domain

Commercial

This place is wild - it's basically organized chaos and we love it. Our domain analysis had to capture the unique character while addressing modern challenges like pedestrian safety and building maintenance. The community input sessions were intense but valuable.

  • Small-scale commercial
  • High pedestrian traffic
  • Cultural designation
  • Pedestrian priority zone
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Medical District

University Avenue Medical District

Institutional

Hospital Row, as locals call it. We're talking major healthcare institutions crammed into a relatively small urban domain. The zoning analysis here required coordination with multiple hospitals, research facilities, and the city's transportation department.

  • Major hospitals: 5
  • Research facilities: 12+
  • High-intensity use
  • Transit corridor
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Domain Analysis Process

So here's how we actually tackle these domain projects - it's not rocket science but it does take time and attention to detail. Every site's different, which keeps things interesting.

1

Initial Site Assessment

We walk the entire domain, take photos, talk to locals - you'd be surprised what you learn just by showing up.

2

Historical Research

Digging through archives and old city records. Sometimes we find stuff that changes the whole project direction.

3

Zoning Analysis

This is where it gets technical. Mapping out all the overlays, bylaws, and restrictions that apply to the domain.

4

Community Consultation

Meeting with residents, business owners, and other stakeholders. Their input shapes the final recommendations.

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