Spreading the warmth
A plan to expand the conservatory in Allan Gardens will enhance this place of greenery, calm, and respite
By Alex KharabianIn the free conservatory at Allan Gardens park in downtown Toronto, the glass houses hold warm air, vibrant plant life, moving water, and a quiet that feels unusual in the downtown core. After I spent some time in the conservatory on a brisk March afternoon, it took me a second to adjust when I stepped back outside. The city felt overwhelmingly bright, almost like leaving a movie theatre in the middle of the day. Inside, everything had settled into a different rhythm. The air was warm and... Read more
