Skyline shapers: Facade design takes centre stage
(11/01/2024)
Facades are arguably the part of the building with the greatest potential for impact on occupants, stakeholders, the community, and even an entire skyline.
Tag: façade
Zeidler Architecture and Hallmark Hospitality have unveiled updated designs for the 901 West Broadway hotel, a project serving as a catalyst for the transformation of Vancouver’s Broadway corridor.
In the heart of Toronto’s Forest Hill neighbourhood, the Canvas House serves as a distinctive structure spanning 485 m2 (5,220 sf), serving as both a residence and a curated space for a contemporary art...
Designed by the New York-headquartered firm, Kohn Pedersen Fox (KPF), 320 Granville, with its distinctive facade characterized by flowing lines and dynamic aquatic shapes, contributes to the building’s esthetic and solidifies its status as...
As an alternative to removing and replacing the original masonry, project teams and architects are encouraged to design an insulated facade layer with vapour barrier, creating a new enclosure that is watertight and energy...
The new landmark building for the School of Continuing Studies at York University’s (YorkU’s) Keele campus exhibits a distinct twisted shape, emblematic of the school’s identity and culture, which is centred around accelerated professional...
Protecting buildings with hydrophobic coatings
(04/18/2023)
Water intrusion causes significant problems for buildings and must be prevented from damaging the structure. The building products industry is continuously looking for new technologies to assist with the prevention of water damage. Nature,...
The U.S.-based Brick Industry Association’s (BIA’s) 2022 Brick in Architecture Awards have honoured the Drake Hotel’s Modern Wing in Toronto. Earning silver designation in the commercial category, it is among 45 other winning projects...
Indeed, as a project matures, it becomes increasingly difficult, as well as costly, to make effective changes to the performance. In response to this need, KPMB LAB, the research and innovation group at KPMB...
A series of five student residences at the University of British Columbia (UBC), tə šxʷhəleləm̓s tə k̓ʷaƛ̓kʷəʔaʔɬ (The Houses of the Ones Belonging to the Saltwater), address the importance of student wellness, inclusivity, and...
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