700 King Street West, Toronto

Westside Lofts – 700 King Street West

Registration date: 2000-12-08

A converted hard loft in King West with a new urban feel. The location of Westside Lofts could not be better. The corner of King and Bathurst is the heart of King West and central to the magic of the Entertainment District. The architectural treatment of the revamped office building harks to another time when an industrial vibe ruled the area. Now it is the epicentre of local style and chic living.

The fourteen storey-façade features a multi-level clock-tower geometric block of brick and glass. It is like a beacon to passers-by, promising that something special is going on inside. Indeed, this is a bastion of residential bliss. The amalgam of the old and the new achieves a perfect balance as retro meets modern. The Urban Group plays with historic concepts while adding to the urban revitalization of the downtown core, giving full respect to tradition and history. It is so appropriate to the art and design district.

Westside Lofts Amenities

As you look up from Second Cup or McDonalds at street level, you have some idea of the design features inside the lofts at 700 King Street West. You immediately appreciate the clever use of materials and colour in creating an impressive mid-rise façade. You know that only the most modern design principles permeate the lofts and that the amenities are complete. There are over 200 ranging from 674 to 2,717 square feet with a variety of one and two-bedroom units with den for a family of any size. The large three-bedroom condos are in great demand. The open concept layout and high eleven-foot ceilings promise a spacious and airy feel. Hallways are wide and picture windows amplify the optional use of square footage. Who said condo units are sparse?

These lofts offer great features like well-equipped kitchens with top-tier stainless steel appliances as well as bathrooms that rival those of the best resort hotels. A judicious use of industrial materials (e.g. barn doors) and fine finishes round out the urban flair. In terms of public interior spaces, the Westside Lofts provides plenty of opportunities for recreation and socialization. Residents rely on the rooftop terrace for relaxation time with a scenic view while energetic fitness buffs spend time in the fully-outfitted gym. There are party, game and meeting rooms, a sauna, a security guard, concierge service, bike storage and guest parking. Busy urbanites can work and play right at home without resorting to unnecessary travel.

Westside Lofts Neighbourhood

Those who chose to live in the Entertainment District understand that a rich social and cultural life is attainable all around from a few steps to multiple blocks. Walking is recommended with so much to observe in the way of shops, galleries, theatres and clubs. Of course you are near the big landmarks like the Rogers Centre stadium, the CN Tower, and the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. You also have access to the local service and eateries of the region such as Buca on King, SpiritHouse Toronto on Adelaide, and Beast on Tecumseh (of special note for carnivores). Locals flock to WRST and Horseshoe Tavern. Queen is a popular music scene while the waterfront is the locus of all things outdoor. 

On your way to visit friends or do your errands, you can stop at Stanley Park or St. Andrew’s Playground and enjoy the greenery and fresh air. Victoria Memorial Park is a popular area for dog walking while Canoe Landing is fun to take another look at the artwork, sculptural beaver dam or programmed tree lighting at night. On your way back from Fresh & Wild Food Market or The Kitchen Table, you can plan dinner with your new purchases.

But there is always a reason to venture further afield and if so, you will have the streetcar near at hand to connect you with the Bathurst and Spadina north-south lines or the Yonge-University subway and Union Station. Those with their own cars know exactly where to get on the Gardiner Expressway at the Spadina Avenue onramp or the 401 via Allen and Bathurst.

Westside Lofts Developer

The Urban Group is a staple among Toronto developers, known for extraordinary master planned communities with avant-garde design. They show great foresight in bringing 21st century modernity to traditional neighbourhoods. Projects like Westside Lofts are at the crossroads of yesterday’s values and tomorrow’s achievements. There is no mistaking the mark of progress in each complex.