Author: dzlomislic@thestar.ca (Diana Zlomislic)

Listed just under $800,000, a three-bedroom condo suite in downtown Toronto seems like a steal for families looking for an affordable home. But a closer look reveals a less appealing reality. This “Frankensuite,” as described by an architectural science professor, features glass dividers, cramped rooms, and unconventional layouts. While housing experts advocate for more family-sized condos to address Toronto’s housing crisis, the current offerings fall short. These units, often designed with investors in mind, lack the functionality and space families truly need. The city’s guidelines aim to encourage developers to plan for children and growing families, but the practicality and…