Canada

Plans revealed for 1,033-foot skyscraper with ‘forest in the sky’

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A rendering of the view from the observation desk of the hotel tower at 595 West Georgia Street.

A new development proposed for Vancouver could soon reshape the city’s skyline with the first ever skyscraper to feature a “forest in the sky.” According to the Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat Council, a skyscraper is defined as a building over 300 meters (984 feet) in height. The proposed project meets that criteria, with the … Read more

“The only thing missing from these towers is a feather boa.”

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vancouver skyscraper rendering

In this week’s comment update, readers discuss Henriques Partners Architects’ designs for three Vancouver skyscrapers, including Vancouver’s first skyscraper. Once completed, the 314-meter (1,033-foot) skyscraper will be encased in a steel exoskeleton covered in white panels and glass. The studio says its shape and façade pattern are inspired by sea glass sponges. Vancouver’s first skyscraper … Read more