Keyword
Multi-unit Facilities

News Architects + Architecture Competitions

Danish architects 3XN to design condo tower on Toronto’s waterfront

April 21, 2016 by Canadian Architect

Feature Architects + Architecture Practice

Editorial: Pocket Suites

April 20, 2016 by Elsa Lam Developed by Cohlmeyer Architecture as alternatives to rooming houses, Pocket Suites include eight autonomous units, each with separate entrances.

Feature Architects + Architecture Practice Sustainability

The Cohousing Option

April 20, 2016 by Jacob Allderdice A little-known housing typology fosters village-like communities, with cooperative facilities for preparing meals, sharing tools and hosting social events.

News Architects + Architecture Construction + Materials

Building Performance Data in Multi-Unit Residential Buildings

May 20, 2015 by Canadian Architect

Located in Vancouver's Strathcona neighbourhood, the ECOheritage development includes a widened sidewalk, walkways and patios that invite residents to linger outside and chat with their neighbours. The project weaves in and around two existing heritage homes, which have been restored and raised to make room for lower-level units.

Feature Architects + Architecture Heritage + Adaptive Reuse Sustainability

Back to the Future

January 1, 2015 by Courtney Healey SHAPE Architecture adopts an elegant and clever approach to residential densification in Vancouver’s Strathcona neighbourhood.

The city-facing south elevation of the Sisters' residence is defined by Corten steel sunshading fins, accented with green powder-coated aluminum elements. A sculpted Corten canopy provides a sheltered drop-off location at the front entrance. The ground-floor sitting areas are popular gathering spaces for the residents, who occupy private rooms on the three floors above.

Feature Construction + Materials

Nun’s Sense

August 1, 2014 by Canadian Architect An undulating building on the edge of Toronto's Don Valley provides a stunning sustainable home for the aging Sisters of St. Joseph.

rendering of alexandra park revitalization plan

News Architects + Architecture Sustainability

Urban Strategies wins three 2014 Canadian Institute of Planners Awards

July 14, 2014 by Canadian Architect

Feature Construction + Materials Heritage + Adaptive Reuse Practice

Fitting In

May 1, 2014 by Canadian Architect Significant contributions to the public realm characterize the majority of the projects recognized by Governor General's Medals this year.