Civic Symbol
Creating Toronto's New City Hall, 1952-1966
Description
“Filled with fascinating stories and photographs, and based on exhaustive research, Civic Symbol is an important book about an important building. ” –Mark Osbaldeston, author of Unbuilt Toronto
The story of Toronto’s New City Hall is one of a large urban centre in transition, torn between a parochial past and a multicultural future. Christopher Armstrong chronicles the winding path that took architect Viljo Revell’s extraordinary design from concept to reality. Lavishly illustrated with contemporary photographs, plans, and drawings, Civic Symbol is the essential history of this iconic Canadian building.
Awards
- Winner, Award of Merit awarded by Heritage Toronto 2016