E.R.A. Architects Inc.

The Archive is having an opening of their new home.

Your presence is requested at the Grand Opening of the new home of the

Canadian Lesbian & Gay Archives
34 Isabella Street, Toronto
Saturday September 26, 2009
2:00 – 5:00 pm

Reception in George Hislop Park
just west of the Children’s Aid Society (30 Isabella)

Alternate facilities near the Park in case of rain

Please RSVP to events@clga.ca or 416-777-2755
before Friday, September 18 , 2009

ERA has been assisting the Archive in repairing and upgrading 34 Isabella.

ERA are the heritage consultants for the re-adaptation of the Automotive Building at Exhibition Place. A recent article in the Star by James MacNevin considers the new direction for this heritage building.

The full article can be found below:

The reinvention of an auto palace – thestar.com

ERA’s conversion project for the Abbey Lofts, located on 384 Sunnyside Avenue, was recently featured in the Toronto Star in a review by columnist Christopher Hume.

The full article from Saturday August 8th can be found here:

Quiet, domestic and lowrise Roncesvalles – thestar.com

The Bloor/Gladstone library officially reopened on Thursday July 23.

Please follow the link below to read a review written by Christopher Hume that was featured in the Saturday star.

Extreme makeover: library edition – thestar.com

Congratulations to Edwin for recently being named to the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada College of Fellows. The following is from a recently published document by the RAIC:

Edwin Rowse, a founding partner in ERA Architects Inc., is well known for his thoughtful and hands-on approach to architectural practice and in particular his dedication to the conservation of many of Canada’s National Historic Sites. Educated abroad, he received a Bachelor of Architecture (Hons.) from the University of Ediburgh in 1974 and has worked in both Europe and Canada.

In addition to his thorough understanding of building construction, Edwin has a unique and comprehensive expertise in the discipline of heritage conservation. His knowledge covers a broad range of historical building types, architectural styles, construction technologies and techniques as well as decorative finishes; this skill is displayed in the quality of every project he undertakes. His dedication is evident in the numerous design, conservation and planning awards received by ERA Architects.

Edwin is also well known for the considerate way he practices architecture. He has a reputation amongst his colleagues, clients and contractors as being modest and mild-mannered, yet devoutly committed to the highest standards of design and construction. His approach to restoring and conserving Canada’s built heritage incorporates the architectural, historic and social value of the building and its surrounding environment. This sensitive, yet pragmatic approach reflects Edwin’s integrity and his commitment to architecture and the story it tells about our past. This strength of character is further illustrated in the many young architects he has mentored; to whom he has generously passed on his commitment to thoughtful design and conservation as well as his social conscience.