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Design Archive photographic collection

  • 2015.005
  • Archief
  • 1987 - 2003

Design Archive Inc. was the professional company of photographer Robert Burley, who established it in January 1987 and acted as president until January, 2000. Design Archive Inc. specialized in architectural photography: work is project-based, with project locations including commercial centers, businesses, private residences, and public places of note. Interior and exterior architectural structure is the predominant photographic subject, with landscapes and detailed design highlights, furniture, and machinery filling out the collection. In 2003, Burley accepted a full-time teaching position at Ryerson University’s School of Image Arts and suspended work at Design Archive Inc.

These fonds include photographic materials, including photographic prints, contact sheets, negatives, CDs, and other miscellaneous items that were collected by Design Archive Inc. from 1987 to 2003.

Burley, Robert

CIBA Vision

File contains photographs depicting interior views of CIBA Visions offices. Shots include the open office and meeting rooms. The ceiling is an exposed metal decking which has been painted bright blue, with pendants lights and drywall clouds hanging below it. The overall colour scheme is blue, green, and natural tones.

Burley, Robert

Japan Camera

File contains photographs depicting interior and exterior views of a Japan Camera retail store. Interior shots depict camera and frame displays, the cash desk, and a children's play area. The architectural features are finished in primary colours. The exterior shots feature a whimsical storefront which includes statues of tourists, a TTC streetcar, and a large film reel featuring Toronto landmarks.

Burley, Robert

Opera House, Site

File contains photographs depicting the site for use by the Opera House corporation. The photos are taken from street level at Queen St East and University Ave at a number of different points during the day and night. This is where the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts was ultimately built.

Burley, Robert

McMillan Binch

File contains photographs depicting interior views of a McMillan Binch law firm office. Shots include a meeting room, reception, and the open office.

Burley, Robert

204 / 214 King Street East

File contains photographs depicting exterior views of both 204 and 214 King Street East residential buildings. Both buildings have masonry facades and shots are taken from street level.

Burley, Robert

District Lofts

File contains photographs depicting interior and exterior views of District Lofts. Interior shots feature sitting areas, while exterior views feature the facade from a number of directions at different points during the day.

Burley, Robert

Danier Leather

File contains photographs depicting interior views of a Danier Leather store. Half of the slides are scouting photos, while the remaining shots are final images. Shots include various apparel displays throughout the store as well as the cash desk, change rooms, storefront, and some closeups of detailing.

Burley, Robert

Bluenotes

File contains photographs depicting interior views of Bluenotes offices. Shots include an industrial staircase made of checkered plate steel and pipes, and a sitting area adjacent to a meeting room.

Burley, Robert

CHUM-City Building

File contains photographs depicting interior views of the CHUM-City Building. Much Music shots feature the camera crew filming show hosts in front of a student audience, with "Much on Demand" visible on a wall in the background. Additional photos include people seated at various workstations around the studio. City TV shots feature staff at various studio workstations and sets with "CP24" or "CP24 CityPulse" often visible on signage and equipment in the background. Star photos feature a woman in a white blouse being filmed in a studio with "Star" visible in the background, and a set with a large blue star and a white background with people sometimes walking through it. Additionally there are photos of various workstations. CityLine photos feature hosts on set speaking in front of a studio audience.

Burley, Robert

Glass Sculpture

File contains photographs depicting a glass sculpture placed in front of a white backdrop. The sculpture has a green pepper shaped body with a gold metal crown and curled metal wires at its top. The sculpture rests on a black stand with a rectangular base.

Burley, Robert

Still Life, Copy Work

File contains a photograph depicting a wooden plate of mushrooms. The dark surface it is sitting on is covered in white cursive food-related text. Below, the image is labelled "Enoki mushroom" and "ghill" (referring to Gail Hill).

Burley, Robert

30 Adelaide

File contains photographs depicting exterior and interior views of the office high-rise located at 30 Adelaide. Particular attention is given to the exterior area adjacent to the entrance, which features a fountain and seating.

Burley, Robert

Residence

File contains photographs depicting various rooms within a residence. The spaces are filled with art prints and the sculptural works of Eugene Janiss (meaning that perhaps this could be his personal residence?).

Burley, Robert

St James Cathedral Views

File contains photographs depicting exterior views of the Cathedral Church of St. James from a distance. The spire is among other buildings in the city skyline, which will serve as the future site of Spire by Context Development.

Burley, Robert

Cossette

File contains photographs depicting interior views of the Cossette office space. Areas featured include reception, meeting rooms, open office, and shared staff areas.

Burley, Robert

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