One Forest Hill by North Drive Investments

Initial proposal for this project (located at 200 St. Clair Avenue West) was submitted to the City of Toronto in 2016 by Stafford Developments. The initial projection was to construct the building at 15 stories which was opposed by the City of Toronto & nearby neighbours. However, with months of deliberation and input from the OMB, a final plan for a 12-storey building with 110 condominium units have been approved. The previous developer (Stafford Developments) had pre-sold the site to North Drive Investments upon such approval from the OMB. Much details have been altered from the floorplans, unit size, project name and more. The majority of the changes encompass the minor downsize in number of units with an increase in square footage per unit to better reflect the lifestyle of the trendy, up-scale Forest Hill community.

Architect Richard Wengle meticulously designed One Forest Hill to reflect the sophisticated class of the traditional buyer who holds a love for classical architecture, while complimented with touches of contemporary design. Brian Gluckstein finishes the project with the beautifully designed interior of One Forest Hill.

Interior finishes of limestone, marble & bronze are all incorporated by Art Deco Architecture throughout suites. The 43 floor plans have been redesigned to allow natural light to compliment the open spaced layouts of each unique unit. Amenities provided include 24-hour concierge with 18-hour valet, lobby lounge, reception parlour, fitness room, ballroom, and fireside BBQ terrace. Located in one of Toronto’s most affluent neighbourhoods, this project was design to cater to the empty-nester demographic. Architect Richard Wengle perfectly stated,

“For the purchaser, moving into a boutique community like this is not about downsizing, but more about the reorganization of their living spaces. Some purchasers might have the same size apartment as their single-detached house, but instead of sex bedrooms, they might have a grander dining room or his-and-her bathrooms. It’s about reallocating the way you live- rightsizing rather than downsizing”.

The collection of 43 units range from 1,750 square feet to above 3,000 square feet ranging in the $2.5 millions. A significant feature offered in this project is the customizable floorplans allowing purchasers the option to combine suites to create even more versatility to better accommodate their desired lifestyle. This project holds dear to Richard Wengle & Brian Gluckstein as they lived through their best childhood memories growing up in Forest Hill.

The Forest Hill Group is a market leader in delivering luxury services to upscale condominium communities in Toronto. These service may include but are not limited to concierge services, security, high-end valet, premium maintenance & complete property services for such communities that value attention to detail and willing to invest in exceptional service.

Built between families- Fidanisi & Morassuttis, North Drive Investments is a proud Canadian rooted real estate industry with over 75 million square feet of office, industrial, retail and multi-residential properties. With deeply founded values surrounding family and community, the brothers behind North Drive Investments have coined their brand after the street they grew up on in Forest Hill. It is fair to say that this project holds a special place in the heart of North Drive Investments.

“We’re proud of this family legacy and now were building our own. We formed North Drive with the goal, from the outset, of creating boutique buildings in well-established neighbourhoods. To achieve this goal, we bring together the top names in architecture and design to create one-of-a-kind offerings that are architecturally ambitious, contextually responsive and transit-oriented – urban development’s custom-made for the iconic neighbourhoods they stand in, and tailored to meet the needs and expectations of selective buyers like you”- North Drive Investments.

Since March 1992, Richard Wengle Architects Inc. have committed itself to high-quality and excellence in architectural design & technology. Wengle runs his practice surrounding creativity, practicality & efficiency.

“Richard is one of the only architects that really understands classical architecture. People will walk by one of Richard’s houses and say, ‘I don’t know why it stands out but I love it.”- Brian Gluckstein, Designer.

Brian Gluckstein is an acclaimed designer known for creating luxurious, livable interiors. His design expertise can be enjoyed in cities from Aspen, Palm Beach in Miami & New York with high-profile commercial projects such as the Four Seasons Hotel Palm Beach. His years of interior design experience and admired art has allowed him to be internationally recognized in Andrew Martin’s Interior Design Journal.

“What I love about Brian is his respect for things that are proper. When he designs, things that are 25 years old still look beautiful and relevant”- Richard Wengle, Architect.