The 46th-floor penthouse, sitting above the home of the Toronto International Film Festival, has a close-up view of the CN Tower through floor-to-ceiling glass
Gary Searle was running his own business in South Africa when he made his first visit to Toronto to attend the International Aids Conference in 2006.
The home with a slate roof and an interior trimmed in wood reminded Mr. Searle of the country houses designed by the English architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. The idea of leaving the staid Lawrence Park neighbourhood for a condo close to his favourite haunts was becoming more appealing. The 2,764-square-foot unit reflected the taste of the young owner, who favoured charcoal and aubergine walls and a large crystal chandelier.Mr. Searle recalled visiting the condo of the late Sonja Bata while she lived at One Bedford and admiring her carefully curated collection of art and furniture in a very modern apartment.Mr.
“It allowed us to use the island as a sideboard,” says Mr. Searle. “It makes it easy for entertaining.” Mr. Searle and his partner often stay in and cook, he says, but they also enjoy the plentiful restaurants in the area. Often they invite friends for drinks in the condo, then head out for dinner.
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