Automotive Building, Art Deco building in Exhibition Place, Toronto, Canada
The Automotive Building exhibits geometric patterns and streamlined forms across its two-storey structure, covering 160,000 square feet of exhibition space.
Opened in 1929 by Ontario Premier Howard Ferguson, the building served as HMCS York for the Royal Canadian Navy during World War II.
The National Motor Show occupied the building until 1967, establishing its role as North America's primary passenger vehicle exhibition center.
The structure now operates as Beanfield Centre, featuring Toronto's largest ballroom and multiple meeting rooms with natural light for various events.
The building integrates environmental systems including rainwater harvesting and green-powered HVAC while maintaining its original Art Deco architecture.
Location: Toronto
Architects: Douglas Kertland
Official opening: August 26, 1929
Architectural style: Art Deco
Website: https://beanfieldcentre.com
GPS coordinates: 43.63381,-79.41057
Latest update: March 14, 2025 01:43
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