Condo Bathroom Renovations at 1 & 3 Rean Drive — NY Towers: The Chrysler
Urban Ark knows every bathroom layout in The Chrysler's twin towers. Managed by the same property management company, 1 Rean and 3 Rean share identical bathroom floor plan templates — meaning accurate proposals, faster planning, and no surprises on site. Browse our portfolio below and see what your bathroom could look like.
Your Chrysler Bathroom Is Over 20 Years Old — Here's Why That Matters
The original bathrooms at 1 & 3 Rean Drive were built in 2003. After two decades, most are showing their age — and some are quietly becoming a liability. At 28 storeys and 672 suites, The Chrysler is one of the tallest residential buildings in Bayview Village — meaning plumbing stack issues can travel further and affect more units below yours than in a smaller building.
Grout and caulking failure allows water to penetrate behind tiles and into the plumbing stack — damaging your unit and every unit below you on the same stack
Aging fixtures and valves increase the risk of slow leaks that go undetected until significant damage is done
Original fibreglass surrounds and cultured marble surfaces are at or past their expected lifespan after 20+ years
Insurance exposure increases when aging plumbing connections fail and cause damage to neighbouring units
Resale and rental value — a renovated bathroom is one of the highest-return upgrades you can make in a Bayview Village condo
A properly renovated bathroom doesn't just look better. At 28 floors, it protects you, your investment, and everyone below you.
Before You Renovate at 1 & 3 Rean Drive — What You Need to Know
Every renovation at NY Towers The Chrysler requires building management approval before work begins. As sister buildings managed by the same property management company, 1 and 3 Rean Drive share a single approval process — one alteration agreement covers your renovation regardless of which tower you're in. Here's how it works — and how Urban Ark handles every step for you.
- Step 1 — Contact your Property Manager to request an In-Suite Renovation/Alteration Agreement
- Step 2 — Submit your renovation scope for building management review and approval
- Step 3 — Elevator time must be booked in advance for all material deliveries and removal
- Step 4 — All work must be completed within building quiet hours — typically weekdays 8am to 5pm
- Step 5 — A refundable damage deposit is usually required by management before work begins
Urban Ark manages every one of these steps on your behalf. You focus on choosing your tiles — we handle the rest.
We Know Your Bathroom Before We Arrive
The Chrysler's twin towers at 1 and 3 Rean Drive were designed by Kirkor Architects and built by Daniels Corporation — the same team behind the adjacent Waldorf towers across the street. Both Chrysler towers share identical bathroom floor plan templates across all 28 floors, so we already know your layout before we set foot in your suite.
The Chrysler rises significantly taller than its Waldorf neighbours — and penthouse suites on the upper floors often feature expanded bathroom layouts not found in mid-floor units. Whether you're on floor 3 or floor 27, Urban Ark arrives prepared.
The most common bathroom types at 1 & 3 Rean Drive are the 4-piece ensuite with tub and shower combo and the 3-piece corner shower bathroom. Upper floor and penthouse suites on floors 14 to 28 often feature more generous proportions and in some cases two full bathrooms.
What to Expect — From First Call to Final Inspection
- Week 1 — In-suite consultation. Robert visits your unit at 1 or 3 Rean Drive, takes measurements and brings tile samples directly to you
- Week 2 — Proposal delivered. Design selections finalized at your pace — no showroom trips required
- Week 3 — PM Alteration Agreement submitted to The Chrysler's building management and approved
- Weeks 4–5 —Renovation completed. Most Chrysler bathrooms are finished in 5 to 8 business days
- Final — Inspection, sign-off, and cleanup. Your building's common areas left spotless
Common Questions from Chrysler Residents
Do I need to move out during the renovation? No. Work is fully contained to your bathroom. Most Chrysler residents stay comfortably in their suite throughout the entire renovation.
How long will the renovation take? Most Chrysler bathrooms are completed in 5 to 8 business days depending on scope. We'll give you a precise timeline in your proposal.
Do you handle the property manager paperwork? Yes — Urban Ark manages all coordination with The Chrysler's building management, including elevator bookings, alteration agreements and damage deposits, on your behalf.
Is your team licensed and insured? Yes. All trades are fully licensed, WSIB covered, and we carry full liability insurance — as required by The Chrysler's building management.
Can I choose my own tiles? Yes — Robert brings samples directly to your unit at 1 or 3 Rean Drive. No showroom trips, no pressure.
What if there's water damage behind the walls? After 20+ years, it's not uncommon. We assess and address it as part of the renovation scope — no surprises and no separate call-out fees.
Do you guarantee your work? Yes — all work is warranted. We stand behind every renovation we complete at The Chrysler and across all NY Towers buildings.
I'm at 1 Rean — does that matter vs 3 Rean? Not at all. Both towers share identical floor plans and the same property management approval process. Urban Ark treats both addresses as one seamless project.