One York Street debuts Infinite Energy art installation, a Canadian first

Menkes proud to showcase sculpture of internationally acclaimed artist Mariko Mori

TORONTO, Oct. 19, 2018 /CNW/ - Menkes Developments Ltd is pleased to announce that One York Street is now home to Infinite Energy II by world-renowned Japanese artist Mariko Mori. This is Mori's official debut of the exclusive piece on Canadian soil.

Infinite Energy II showcases floor-to-ceiling spirals. Constructed of fibreglass, foam, acrylic mirror, aluminum, cable with an LED light control system, the installation gives guests the illusion of a never-ending work of art.

The artist, and daughter of an art historian and an inventor, made her name with monumental pieces which have been exhibited in museums worldwide including the Guggenheim Museum in New York, Royal Academy of Arts in London and the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago.

According to Mori, the piece represents the energy flow of life and endless renewal of invisible energy.

"The installation Infinite Energy reflects our common faith of endless renewal and a regenerating force for life, all from the primal particles to the multi-universe, it will reach the limitless sky of our mind."

 "We wanted to showcase a really unique piece that would not only attract attention with its stunning design but also really compliment One York Street's beautiful floor-to-ceiling glass lobby, said Peter Menkes, President of Commercial/Industrial at Menkes. "We are so proud to feature the work of such a critically acclaimed artist and we think One York Street will serve as a great home for it."

Completed in 2016, the 35-storey, Class AAA development is connected to Toronto's PATH network and also features a restored piece by the international-renowned graffiti artist known as Banksy.

About Menkes
Menkes Developments Ltd. is an award-winning, fully integrated real estate company involved in the construction, ownership and management of office, industrial, retail and residential properties. Founded in 1954, the company is one of the largest private developers in Canada, with a primary focus in the Greater Toronto Area. Menkes is known for its innovative, multi-disciplinary approach and particularly for its expertise in large-scale, mixed-use development. Past projects include the Empress Walk entertainment, shopping and residential complex in North York City Centre, and two landmark projects in Toronto's South Core district, 25 York (TELUS House) office tower and the two million square foot One York commercial retail complex. The company's latest project Sugar Wharf is a proposed waterfront community on an 11.5 acre site in downtown Toronto, which will be anchored by a new two-acre park. For more information about Menkes, please visit menkes.com and follow us @MenkesLife.

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