Cover photo of Christopher Armstrong´s Book, Making Toronto Modern
BUILDING INFORMATION
Name & Location:
Simpson Sears 2200 Islington Avenue Toronto West Humber-Clairville
First Owner:
Simpsons Sears
Occupant:
Empty
First Occupant:
Simpson Sears
Year Completed:
1955
OTHER IDENTIFICATION
Alternate Name:
Printing Plant and Distribution Facility
Notes:
The site is slated for redevelopment, retaining only the four level tower of the power plant. This plant was a Massey Medal winner in 1955. The architect was John B. Parkin.
Status:
Completed
Map:
Loading Map
Companies:
The following companies are associated with this building
Retail Centre Proposed for Sears Warehouse Site in Rexdale Author - Jack Landau Date - November 17, 2017 Notes - Description of proposed redevelopment of the site, by architects Turner Fleisher. More information
Globe and Mail: Uncovering the Massey Medals' architectural gems Author - Alex Bozikovic Date - Friday, March 16 Page - A 10 Notes - This building won a Massey Silver Medal in 1955. The site is currently under application for redevelopment. More information
Making Toronto Modern: Architecture and Design 1895-1975 Author - Christopher Armstrong Date - 2014 Page - 201 Notes - The project is included with other work by John B. Parkin.
