Lanterra developments converted the old irwin toy factory into 215 livework lofts in 2008. Take action with us and stand up for ecology, public access, and 100 continuous acres of open space. The soft lofts have ceiling heights up to 17 feet, exposed concrete and some with large private rooftop terraces. The toy factory lofts downtown brooklyn, new york, new york. The latest toy factory loft 43 hanna ave listings currently available. Toy factory lofts in toronto, on prices, plans, availability. Keg festival that built the worlds largest ice maze guinness book of world records. The professional leasing team will assist you in finding your perfect new place. The piano factory lofts 82 pearl street buffalo, ny 14202 716. Located in the heart of lansdale, pennsylvania, silk factory lofts offer an irresistible lifestyle set in a historic landmark building. A view a detailed profile of the structure 236020 including further data and descriptions in the emporis database. The series was launched at the uk toy fair in 1956 on the moko stand. Arguably, marx was the most wellknown toy company through the late mid20th century.
The toy factory lofts, located at 43 hanna avenue in liberty village, is the. This original former irwin toy factory built around the turn of the 20th century features steel beamed ceilings, douglas fir posts and exposed brick. Later, a company called authentic lofts on hanna inc. Founded in 1926, irwin toy was a canadian manufacturer and distributor of toys. Box factory lofts may not have the sweetest ring as a name for a residential project, but it was too accurate to pass up. Factory lofts offers a wide array of surfaces, ranging between 150 sqm to 300 sqm to suit different requirements and demands. Torontos architectural history unexpectedly thrilling for undergrads in uc. Toy factory lofts have hardwood floors, exposed brick and ductwork, wood ceilings, and industrial track lighting. When the toy museum closes each evening, all the toys come to life.
Welcome to the newest toy comic shop in bakersfield, ca. Torontos architectural history unexpectedly thrilling for undergrads. Liberty village condos for sale welcome to torontos most comprehensive source for all the latest and greatest condos, loft and townhouse listings, for sale in liberty village. The tampa box factory lofts condominium community is located in historic ybor city, and is the perfect place for a professional single or couple looking to enjoy the vibrant culture and nightlife the hippest part of tampa has to offer. The telephone factory lofts is a mixeduse loft building along the beltline trail in the ponceyhighland neighborhood of atlanta. The pioneering craftsmanship of the conversion, and the strong canadian history of the structure make it a landmark address like no other. Built in 1890, box factory lofts are historic loft homes with many modern conveniences. This community offers residents a wide variety of amenities and features like tile floors, granite countertops, and smoke free options. We have a complete line of original, generic plush full of apes, puppies, penguins and more. You will love the landscaping, the courtyard and the community pool you get to enjoy here in the florida sunshine. About toy factory lofts 43 hanna, toronto, ontario.
Arts district warehouse and former toy factory into 119 livework condominium lofts. It was canadas oldest toy company and remained independent and family owned until 2001. Everything from exposed brick to stainless steel appliances can be found in these stunning rentals. Stove factory lofts is the living experience for all of those that choose to enjoy the essence of living to the fullest from every aspect. The garton toy factory is located in sheboygans newly renovated water street development and is within walking distance of many downtown restaurants and shops. Plans call for twostory lofts with a historic look on the outside and modern amenities within. We are still here to book appointments, schedule showings, and we will even provide a live stream if you do not feel comfortable attending a showing or listing. In 1974, the property was purchased for use as a toy factory by ace novelty and then the playbyplay company. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. The toy factory lofts building at 1855 industrial st. Its products were often imprinted with the slogan, one of the many marx toys, have you all of them.
The truth is its been a liberty village landmark since it was constructed in 1912 as a paper factory owned by. The toy factory lofts downtown brooklyn home facebook. The original home of the waltham watch company is now being transformed into new loft style apartments that. Find out what it means to live at watch factory lofts. Hanes company was a major part of the history of winston salem and the operations and growth of hanes knitting fit into the overall expansion of winstonsalems industrial economy. An authentic toy factory loft in liberty village urbaneer toronto. Two decades later, this is where elmers son norman created electric football, one of the countrys most beloved post world war ii.
Apartments for rent in sheboygan, wi garton toy factory. Heres a great post sharing some of this areas architectural history. Toy factory lofts at 43 hanna ave in liberty village liberty. Phase 2 of winston factory lofts is located in the third and final building in the complex that was originally built in 1928 at 101 e. The toy factory lofts lobby has a unique mail room created from an old shipping container. Toy factory lofts, built in 1924, is the amazing restoration of an authentic downtown l.
Community features include assigned parking, guest parking, secured entry and a pool. Here are the top 10 books new yorkers are reading during coronavirus shutdown. Not only is the space comfortable and clean, but they have a full book with local recommendations, tips and clear instructions for how to enjoy the space and help whenever a need arises. Toy factory lofts the toy factory lofts building was completed in 1924 for the star truck warehousing company by the western land improvement company, the land development arm of the santa fe railroad. Beautiful scale, high ceilings, clean lines, and industrial chic. Photo by claudio schwarz on unsplash the new york public. Situated at 176 johnson street, between prince street and gold street, the building contains 56 units and rises 8 stories.
The toy factory building was built by the western land improvement company, the land development arm of the santa fe railroad, for the star. Warehouse windows and juliet balconies round out toy factory as one of torontos best loft buildings. Box factory lofts condos of tampa, fl 2001 e 2nd ave. Unlike those who prefer suburban life, you are not constrained by convention. Toy factory lofts is a new condo development by lanterra developments in toronto, on. Corner loft in former downtown brooklyn toy factory isnt playing. Private entrances open to an elevated sidewalk along industrial street. It is listed on the national register of historic places as the western electric company building. The toy factory lofts is a prewar condominium building in brooklyns downtown brooklyn neighborhood finished in 1925.
Enjoy fitness, relaxation, a great view and only minutes from downtown. Noted as the only authentic hardloft residence in liberty village, toy factory lofts has maintained so much of the original charm and character of the old factory. The toy factory lofts at 43 hanna ave have become a recognizable landmark in the centre of liberty village. But it was irwin toys presence in the complex for the latter half of the 20th century that left the most lasting impression. Stove lofts luxurious apartment community located in the leavenworth downtown, is an experience for those with the most discerning values. The toy factory lofts 176 johnson street 176 johnson street brooklyn, ny, 11201. The unit is situated atop the toy factory lofts, the only authentic loft building in the neighbourhood.
The oldest parts of the building still show the old brick walls that are several feet thick, and the steel ceiling beams combined with solid douglas fir posts. Step into a world of energy and excitement at little tokyo lofts. Conveniently located in the liberty village niagara community at hanna avenue and east liberty street, toy factory lofts are at 43 hanna avenue, toronto. Toy factory lofts are warehousestyle open lofts with luxury amenities such as high ceilings, walls of oversized industrial windows with dramatic city views, stainless steel appliances and solidsurface counters. Make sure there is an adequate amount in the reserves in case of major problems such as. The toy factory lofts transformed the old irwin toy warehouse and offices into 215 hard lofts with 220 parking spaces. Built in 2008 by lanterra developments, toy factory lofts stands 7 storeys high with 312 suites. The building is 5stories tall and features industrial details like brick walls, high ceilings, and exposed duct work. The toy factory lofts are located in the building that was once home to tudor metal products, where the popular depressionera toy budget bank was invented by elmer sas in 1929.
A prime example is the candy factory lofts, located across the street from. There was inside the house a drying loft where they dried apples, vegetables, and berries. January 2018 a jewish refugee from germany, gawrylovitz started as toy importers company known as timpo in 1938. In 2004 the property was sold and the toy factory lofts became one of the first residential developments in the village. Built in 1925 as a factory, the building was converted to livework lofts in 2006.
However, the 2006 conversion created a 7000 square foot urban park on the lower roof of the building as well as landscaping on the street and private gardens in some of the penthouses. My personal favourite were the red, white and blue rubber balls used to play burby or french, a version of baseball against a wall. The company manufactured various toys out of wood, bakelite and composition until the end of world war ii. Jun 25, 20 rare opportunity to rent a luxury loft in one of tampas hottest neighborhoods. The toy factory lofts building was built in 1925 and was therefore not designed as a green building. Founded in the early 1900s, this property was originally home to the irwin toy factory, canadas oldest toy company. The company had 350 employees at their downtown toronto factory. In 2017 brd inc embarked on the historical preservation process to renovate the historic. Being a historical landmark, the toy factory lofts has no equivalent in.
Stove factory lofts 401 s 2nd street leavenworth, ks. The toy factory lofts project involved a strategic combination of renovations, additions, demolition and new construction that integrated components of the historic building design. The name of yesteryears was used as it was to reflect the older steam vehicles which he loved. This building is in a great location, near the trolley and downtown tampa. The toy factory is infused with a dynamic, industrial past. But one night the toys decide to teach bunting how to have some fun. Even though the name gives it away, we still thought it was important to share the rich history your new home is best known formaking cookies. While yes, irwin toys did use the big factory, they came after the hinde and dauch. True lofts in the dtla arts district factory place arts complex. Located in the arts district, the toy factory lofts have been revitalized with modern and convenient features. The toy factory lofts, 176 johnson street, nyc condo. Evidenced by the extreme rarity of listings, this building is hugely popular mainly because of the history of the building, as well as the size and quality of. The toy factory lofts is an industrial building in torontos liberty village that was converted into a mix of commercial offices, residences and worklive spaces.
The truth is its been a liberty village landmark since it was constructed in 1912 as a paper factory owned by hinde and dauch, torontos largest paper manufacturers. Before the toy factory building was converted, it was valued at about 1. Cookie factory lofts is proud to follow in the footsteps of a sweet richmond legacy. Once completed, shoe factory lofts will provide luxury living in the heart of walkers point. The toy factory lofts, new york city 236020 emporis. Exterior presentday image of 260 carlaw ave formerly the reliable toy factory.
Bunting, the old toy cat, takes it upon himself to count and inspect the toys and give them a history lesson. The project aims at providing nontypical working living lofts for the emerging creative scene in beirut, similar to the artists studios as they were known in soho in the 1970s. In 2008, lanterra developments transformed the building into an awardwinning mixeduse commercial and residential space, known in the liberty village neighbourhood as toy factory lofts. Following liquidation, the company officially closed down, then in 2003 was repurchased by the former employees, george and peter irwin. The toy factory lofts, located in the ultrahip downtown arts district, is one of the most sought after buildings in the area. Actordirector vincent gallo owns several units in this building. Watch factory lofts is the original home of the waltham watch factory. Louis marx and company was an american toy manufacturer in business from 1919 to 1980. What distinguishes the toy factory lofts from other true loft buildings in toronto is the. Located next to the pinnacle, the cloak factory was originally a garment building which was converted to 17 loft units in 2006. In 2009, residents from toy factory lofts and adjacent biscuit company lofts set up a community garden behind the biscuit company lofts. The toy factory lofts is a prewar condominium building in.
Our community boasts an upscale resident lounge, modern fitness center and beautiful. Mustsee luxury apartments at the original home of the waltham watch factory. Irwin toy limited was a canadian distributor and manufacturer of toys. This historical renovation offers spacious 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units and three floors with a center exposed atrium offering 32. Experience this one of a kind, historic property outfitted with unique luxury apartments. Schedule a time to see the available floorplan options. This luxury loft is the wrong development at the wrong spot. Train tracks zig and zag through the area, prescribing the toy factory and other area buildings. This fantastic penthouse level unit has rare unobstructed eastern views of city and mountains. Designer appliances and cabinetry, granite countertops, and premium features add to toy factorys appeal.
Care to learn more about the toy factory lofts history click the link. The toy factory lofts is a 8story lowrise building in new york city, new york, u. Volunteer calendar of alumni events uc magazine book sale. We design and manufacturer some of the coolest, most awesome amusement plush on the planet, and have it ready to ship anywhere you need it. The candy factory lofts represents one of the earliest hard loft conversions in the city, and is arguably one of the best. What distinguishes the toy factory lofts from other true loft buildings in toronto is the buildings impressive amenities. About candy factory lofts 993 queen street west, toronto, on. Philip has been an owner in the toy factory since it converted to condominiums in 2005. With great success came the need to expand, and the company eventually moved to a new home in the west end of toronto. A progressive loft community located in dtla arts district and home to intelligent people, studios, restaurants and a few pets. Downtown toys n comics located in downtown bakersfield, ca 0 19th st 93301 open 7 days a week from 10.
She got him up into the loft and concealed him, thinking it. Little tokyo lofts, recreated in 2006, where you can almost feel the electricity of the city, granted, the fact that theyve been built in the old westinghouse building might have a little to do with it. Built in 1925, the toy factory lofts consists of 8 floors, made up of 56 apartments, 2 of. The factory embraced its role as canadas leading toy factory for the next 50 years. Toy factory features 24 hour security, rooftop pool with sun deck, fireplace and 3rd floor roof garden with bbq area. Mary campbell had recieved the warnings of their coming, so she set out to save young george, fearing he would be arrested by the yankees.
The toy factory lofts are a winning result of a losing battle for canadas oldest toy company. Click any of the properties below to view the full listing which includes photographs, map details, walkable amenities and a convenient way to book a showing with. With historic character and modern finishes this new development has apartment homes of exceptional quality and attention to detail. The box factory lofts is a historic lofts building that is located in the historic ybor city district florida.
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