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| When completed, residents will hear the rush of water on the Speed River and enjoy a stellar view of the Mill Pond. The building will feature condo style finishes and amenities including an expansive residents' lounge, large rooftop terrace and fitness facility. __ |
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| The four storey limestone building on the right was initially built in 1847 by Jacob Hespeler as a stone grist and flour mill. In 1913 the stone complex became a factory for manufacturing kitchen sinks. American Standard bought the property in 1969 to build sinks and bathtubs. On Sept. 13, 2007, American Standard’s 58 employees left the factory and never returned. Their jobs went to Mexico. The old building is about to be converted into riverbank loft condo units. |
Not only has the first one beautiful autumn colors its also a great view and composition with those falls in the river and the grey concrete on the other side. I like it very much Andy.
ReplyDeleteThat is close to the waterfront, must give a lot of rush indeed. A sad story for the factory employees, that is the way it goes unfortunately.
ReplyDeleteThe factory has a revolving history of use. The condos certainly will have a great view.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the eye candy this morning.
ReplyDeleteI can almost hear the sound of the water. Your first photo is beautiful, Andy.
ReplyDeleteYou captured time marching on with the older church spires; nature being held back by the dam and modern construction. Well done.
ReplyDeleteThey are certainly building them in a beautiful location.
ReplyDeletethe all to familiar "american way", so very sad!! it looks like a great spot for condo's, what a view. your first capture is awesome!!!
ReplyDeleteI would guess these will be pricey condos when completed. It was sad to read that American Standard sent their jobs to Mexico. You'd think American Standard products would be made in "America."
ReplyDeleteI love mode-over factory/mill buildings! I also wouldn't mind that view.
ReplyDeleteIf I can go by your photos, the residents of those condos will have spectacular views out their windows. The condos may command premium prices.
ReplyDeleteIt will be interesting to see how this turns out.
ReplyDeleteInteresting conversion of the building, and I like the setting.
ReplyDeleteWonderful clarity--- That first shot is really great.
ReplyDeleteThe same thing happened with the American Standard factory here but it was turned into rental apartments.
ReplyDeleteThat first shot beautifully captures some autumn colors and the cascading water. Nice!
ReplyDeleteIt will be interesting to watch this conversion of an old abandoned building into apartments.
ReplyDeleteWill be interesting to see how the condos look when finished Andy, hopefully you will show us 😊
ReplyDeleteYour shot of the waterfall is terrific. Looks like a good place to live.
ReplyDeleteThat will be quite the view!!
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