Here is branch manager Chen standing in front of the custom-made exhibition cabinet, specifically designed for this space. A unique and modern approach to tell the story of TD, the freestanding cabinet is scaled to the architecture of the space.
In front of the cabinet is an interactive screen guests can use to learn more about the artifacts on display and their significance to the Bank’s history.
"Trace TO” is a two-panel design by Autside Agency in collaboration with cartographer Dan Coe depicting aerial views of Toronto and highlighting the Don and the Humber River Valleys in particular.
The cabinet has drawers that visitors can open to explore more artifacts inside. In the TD and Canada drawer, the original key to the first Dominion Bank branch – a predecessor of TD – is on display.
There are two entrances to the branch: A street entrance on Front Street, and an entrance attached to the lobby of TD Terrace. If you enter the branch from the lobby of the skyscraper, you’ll see this illuminated TD shield.
In this cabinet drawer are old branch seals from branches across Canada. “The map that the seals are displayed on is created from a piece of wood from this heritage building,” Chen said.
This teller screen dates back to 1913 when it was used in The Bank of Toronto's head office located at King and Bay Streets. (The Bank of Toronto was the first predecessor of TD.) It is the first time the bronze wicket has been on display in a TD branch since 1965.
The first temporary Canadian TD dog Automated Treat Machine (ATM) is located inside the branch, mimicking the human ATMs. But instead of distributing cash, the TD dog ATM dispenses free dog biscuits into a metal bowl.
Anchored by a large screen that has presentation capabilities, the lounge area features moveable furniture that allows for events of up to 150 people. It also serves as a waiting or seating area for customers as they visit the branch.