The Toronto Society of Architects (TSA) is rolling out its popular Gingerbread City showcase for the fifth consecutive year.
The TSA’s Gingerbread City, which consists of both a virtual and in-person exhibit, invites architects and gingerbread lovers to celebrate architecture and city-building through whimsical and edible creations.
This year, the housing crisis was top of mind as bakers submitted a diverse array of housing solutions from mid-rise cooperative projects of all shapes and sizes, to New York style brownstones and single-family detached homes.
There is also a thoughtful reminder of the many Torontonians experiencing homelessness and the importance of building housing for everyone.
In addition to housing related submissions, the showcase features some local landmarks including two CN Towers and the recently completed Ace Hotel.
Kids’ Main Street, which is returning as part of this year’s virtual showcase, is a mixed-used streetscape featuring over 30 façades designed and built by children, ages 2 to 11, and completed during in-person workshops held earlier this month.
The workshops were an opportunity to learn what makes a vibrant streetscape and have some family fun. The result features everything from a fire station to a costume store, cafes, restaurants, toy stores, and a myriad of ice cream shops.
TSA Gingerbread City’s virtual showcase and in-person display opened on December 17, 2024, with an in-person preview happening at The Maker Bean Cafe on December 14.
The in-person display will remain available until January 10, 2025, at The Maker Bean Cafe, located at 1052 Bloor Street West, Toronto.
To visit the virtual showcase, click here.