As the CN Tower celebrates its 50th anniversary, we take a deep dive into the architectural evolution of Toronto’s most iconic landmark. Originally conceived as part of a massive, unrealized ‘Metro Centre’ project, the tower’s final form was a feat of collaborative engineering that redefined the city’s skyline. From hand-drawn sketches on napkins to the logistical challenges of managing wind-driven construction in 1975, the history of the tower is as much about the ambition of Toronto as it is about the structure itself. Through the archives of WZMH Architects, we uncover the ‘holy s**t’ moments of global research and the structural ingenuity that turned a controversial, multi-legged design into the singular, tapering concrete marvel we recognize today. This look back offers a fascinating perspective on how Toronto’s built environment transformed during its rise to becoming Canada’s largest city. Read the full story at The Globe and Mail to explore the untold history behind the tower that built a city.
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