Kirk Hyslop was an architect

Architect

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 in Toronto

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, Ontario

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, Canada

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. He was born May 1, 1889 in Ontario.

Hyslop designed at least two Toronto buildings which have since been designated as historical structures. One is the Windsor Arms Hotel

Windsor Arms Hotel

The Windsor Arms is a boutique hotel in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is located at 18 St. Thomas St. in the heart of the Yorkville neighbourhood. The hotel includes Club 22, Court Yard Cafe and a Spa....

, a neo-gothic structure built in 1927 The other is the La Plaza Theater, built in 1909 and altered in 1932, although it is not clear whether he was involved in the initial design or the alterations.