VANCOUVER, BC
Burrard Exchange Office & Retail
This project involves the design and construction of a new, hybrid mass timber commercial office building.
The development includes a reconfiguration of the existing commercial space below and at grade.
The project aspires to enhance the workplace environment by incorporating the latest in building technology and sustainability initiatives, achieving a minimum LEED Gold Certification.
Renderings courtesy Hudson Pacific Properties.
Additionally, City of Vancouver energy requirements must be met. Other initiatives, such as Well Building Certification, Net Zero Carbon, Fitwel, etc., are being considered.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
CLIENT
Hudson Pacific Properties
ARCHITECT
Adamson Associates Architects
OUR ROLE(S)
Building Envelope Consultant
SIZE
140,000 m² (1.5M ft²)
BUDGET
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MARKET (OFFICE)
VANCOUVER
KEY CONSIDERATIONS
Challenge One
The project is an in-fill site between the vibrant existing Bentall Centre towers and connects to the underground retail concourse adjacent to the Burrard Skytrain station.
Solution One
We worked closely with the team of consultants to develop an envelope approach that responds to the existing conditions while also generating a vibrant and engaging office and retail space with a focus on thermal comfort and energy savings.