PROJECT SUMMARY

From the architects:

B.streets is intended to create a dynamic relationship with its immediate context and community by providing a playful façade and a functional retail strip at the street level.

The site of B.streets condo is located between Bathurst Street and an existing laneway on the east, offered the designers with the opportunity to not only develop and populate the laneway with urban activities, but also provide two separate entrances for the building for a more efficient access and circulation. 

The Laneway access provides vehicular access to parking and a more private drop-off and entrance for the residence.

Situated on Bathurst Street, the proposed B.streets condo is accented with cubic expressions on the front façade which is a gesture that has been derived from the restrictions of the zoning envelope. 

The modular “cubes” break down the elongated façade along Bathurst Street, while providing a clear view-line for pedestrian. The retail level, at ground, is set back to enforce the pedestrian relationship and allow for a generous walk-way. 

Tearing back on the top, the proposed B.streets condo has a 4-storey brick podium with several bays that extrude the 4-storey datum to create variety. The B.streets development embodies a 9-storey residential complex on the top of the retail level. 

The B.streets condo proposal also illustrates 6 townhouses that face laneway on the east, introducing a more gentle residential experience. The materiality differentiates the podium from the top levels. 

Grey-coloured Brick is used for the podium to continue the rhythm of its context, a timeless gesture that marks the contemporary design of the building, while preserving the integrity of the neighborhood.

FEATURES AND FINISHES

GENERAL SUITE FEATURES

> Approximately 9 foot smooth ceilings++;
> Plank laminate fl ooring in entry corridor, living /dining areas, bedrooms, kitchen and den*;
> 2” baseboard with co-ordinating 2” door casings;
> Custom designed solid core suite entry door and suite surround with security view hole;
> Contemporary interior panel or glass doors*;
> Sliding doors and/or swing doors in bedrooms (hollow core, glass if required)*;
> Satin nickel fi nish contemporary hardware on swing doors*;
> Closet shelve and rod in all closets*;
> Eggshell white paint throughout kitchen, laundry area and bathroom(s). Flat white paint in all other areas and ceiling throughout;*
> Balconies, terraces, French balconies and porches with sliding doors
and/or swing doors for access where applicable*;
> Laundry area fl oor fi nished in ceramic tile*;
> Floor to ceiling glazing /window systems as per plan in accordance with building elevations.

KITCHENS

> Contemporary kitchen cabinetry custom designed by Cecconi Simone accented with horizontal upper with wire grid insert in materials from builder’s standard samples*;
> Straight edge composite quartz countertops from builder’s standard samples;
> Choice of subway-style ceramic tile backsplash;
> Single basin under mount stainless steel sink, with chrome single-lever pull-out spray faucet*;
> For townhouses and 3 bedroom units kitchen Island custom designed
by Cecconi Simone featuring straight edge composite quartz countertops including built-in cabinetry with seating area, featuring built-in appliances*.

APPLIANCES

> Energy efficient kitchen appliances consisting of a 24” integrated refrigerator, 24” black ceran cooktop with stainless steel trim, 24” stainless steel built-in electric oven, 24” integrated hood fan, 24” integrated dishwasher and built-in stainless steel microwave*;
> In townhouses and 3 bedroom units, energy efficient kitchen appliances consisting of a 30” integrated refrigerator, 30” black ceran cooktop with
stainless steel trim, 30” stainless steel built-in electric oven, 30” integrated hood fan, 24” integrated dishwasher, built-in stainless steel microwave and 24” under counter wine fridge*;
> Stacked front-load washer-dryer directly vented to the exterior*.

BATHROOMS

> Composite quartz countertops, with porcelain vessel sink and single lever chrome faucet;
> Contemporary cabinetry custom designed by Cecconi Simone in materials from builder’s standard samples;
> Framed mirror with integrated shelf custom designed by Cecconi Simone;
> Tub and/or shower with full height ceramic tile surround*;
> Tub/shower with chrome faucet and rain style showerhead*;
> Framed glass shower door and recessed shower light in separate
shower stall*;
> Pressure balanced valve in separate shower stall*;
> Contemporary low consumption toilet(s)*;
> Full height ceramic wall tile behind toilet and vanity*;
> Rectangular design white acrylic soaker tub*;
> Porcelain fl oor tile in bathroom(s)*;
> Privacy lock on bathroom door(s)*.

MECHANICAL FEATURES

> Individually controlled heat pump heating and cooling system;
> Individual suite hydro and water metering;
> Pre-wired telephone and cable outlets in living room, den and bedroom(s)*;
> Switch controlled receptacles in living areas, and bedrooms, with light fixture(s) in foyer, kitchen and rough-in for overhead light fixture in dining room and den*;
> Built-in combination smoke alarm/carbon monoxide detector;
> Pre-wired suite entry security system;
> In-suite water sprinkler system;
> Bathroom exhaust fan vented to exterior.

*Where applicable as per plan.
++Ceiling heights are subject to bulkheads, dropped ceilings and structural beams.