Today was the first day of the One of a Kind Show at the Direct Energy Centre in the Exhibition grounds.

Gwendolyne Hats has a booth at the show, as they've had for the past 15 years or so. They are also longtime tenants of 401 Richmond.

Gwendolyne discusses the differences between the show and 401 Richmond.

Meet Roger. He's only been working at 401 Richmond in Musideum for three weeks! http://youtu.be/oFYCtUUnaPg

Picture 1: Kari Silver, an OCAD graphic design student, relaxes on the leather couch before checking out some art. Silver makes a habit of coming to 401 during her lunch break, as she did today.

Picture 2: The staircase at 401, featuring some late afternoon sunshine.

Picture 3: The hallway, facing south.

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Gwendolyne (Lezlie) and William Preboy have been at 401 Richmond for 17 years, since the building was taken over by the Zeidler family in 1994. They are celebrating 20 years in business this year. William says they were very fortunate to be one of the first businesses to get a spot at 401. There is a three-year waiting list for tenants anticipating a coveted studio in the building. William is glad that in addition to artists, businesses have been established with the aim of aiding people. For example, the Hilditch Architect organization places emphasis on projects that support those marginalized in society. Gwendolyne Hats exemplifies the uniqueness of the building with their one-of-a-kind pieces and refreshing outlook on the hat and accessories industry.

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First video: The courtyard, where a collection of 1960's French jukebox videos called Cinecycle (Martin Heath/Scopitone Films) is being shown

Second video: Grace checks out Marcolvaldo's Bench by Candida Girling and Aaron Davis on the fourth floor