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Over two months ago, vertical construction of The Pacific at 1382 Hornby Street had begun to reveal some of the project's distinguishing features. Developed by Grosvenor and designed by ACDF and IBI Group, the building's jagged balconies were taking shape, and now, charcoal-coloured glazing has started installation on the south facade.
The 39-storey, 114-metre-tall tower is becoming a visible landmark in the Vancouver skyline, anchoring the space between the Granville and Burrard Bridges. The 214-unit development employs two unique elevations—its north and south walls will sport clean expanses of glass. The west and east facades will have depth in the form of sawtooth-style balconies intended as an abstract tribute to the Vancouver sky. A brushed stainless steel frame runs the height of the tower to contain both distinct expressions.
The charming 1888-built Leslie House will be restored and incorporated into the base of the tower. Just across the street, a seven-storey arts and culture building—Grosvenor's community amenity contribution—will contain 21,000 square feet of affordable studio and office space for artists and non-profit organizations.
The new arts building is expected to meet the design criteria of Passive House, an internationally-recognized standard for sustainable building practices. The Pacific is also targeting LEED Gold certification, to be accomplished through the use of high-performance triple-glazed windows and energy- and water-efficient internal systems.
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