Grand Central
Mimico
ETOBICOKE | SALES CENTRE | 4,050 SQ FT
In designing the condo presentation center for Vandyk Properties' Grand Central Mimico, Figure3 embraced a retail-focused approach, combining its residential and retail teams. The transformed industrial space features a polished sales environment with sales staff strategically placed at the back, prioritizing the retail experience. The layout mirrors Etobicoke’s charm, creating a captivating promenade for potential buyers. The material palette is inspired by The Buckingham's lobby design, the first condo at Grand Central Mimico.
AWARDS
FX Award, 2022
Finalist, Best Retail Design of the Year
Retail Design Institute Award, 2021
Class of 2021
VMSD Award, 2022
Winner for Retail Renovation of the Year
Educational
Journey
The first part of the space informs visitors about the neighborhood, incorporating a "decompression zone" to prepare them. Beyond an angled site plan model, the journey continues into an immersive experience, guiding visitors through vignettes that educate them about various aspects of the project.
Comfort
First
The centerpiece is a spacious bar, offering visitors the opportunity to savor coffee or champagne, a departure from the traditional behind-closed-doors deal-making. Embracing a hospitality-driven design, the space provides choices and seating variations, fostering a comfortable and vibrant communal atmosphere for visitors.