Capturing Mid-Century Toronto

Discover the Annex’s collection of mid-century modern architecture, spurred by international designers like Uno Prii.

As new populations began to arrive in the Annex, the architecture changed to accommodate the needs of its new residents.

Starting as a neighbourhood for Toronto’s elite, large houses originally lined the Annex’s streets. As the population of the neighbourhood increased, new types of architecture began to emerge to accommodate the young professionals that had moved in. Moving away from traditional forms, architects like Uno Prii created space-age designs that embodied the new spirit of the neighbourhood.

This digital tour was researched and developed by Emerging Historian Stephen Ficalora (2022) and made possible by the generous support of our Tours Program Presenting Sponsor, TD Bank and The Ready Commitment with the support of the Ontario Association of Architects.

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