Block 24 combines residential building forms of different heights with street-related retail bases to activate the southern portion of Spadina Avenue. A continuous abstract fin expression defines the profiles of both horizontal surface and vertical planes and unifies the ensemble. The overall expression of the buildings is light and contemporary, using glass and metal on the upper storeys to mitigate the impact of their mass on the street, while stone, wood and other tactile materials establish an inviting, pedestrian-scale experience at street level. The architectural concept speaks to an increasingly sophisticated and discerning first-time group of home buyers who want to live in the city but need affordable homes. The units in the NEO building sold out quickly, largely due to their modernist yet cost-effective designs which feature sliding glass doors, natural materials and flexible, highly functional plans. A major grocery store provides a much-needed source of fresh produce and attracts residents from the surrounding neighbourhoods and towers.