PROVENCHER ROY
Photos : Stéphane Brügger
A BEACON OF VIBRANCY
Provencher _ Roy ’ s inclusive design strategy embraces the vibrancy of the district by drawing in pedestrian flow across the diagonal cut of the building ’ s sunlit lobby . The atrium establishes the lobby ’ s unique identity , ascending skyward to the building ’ s glass ceiling amidst a bright material palette of white and light gray walls , and exposed concrete floors . The palette was chosen to reflect and enhance the energy and dynamism of the lobby , anointed with additional features including exposed columns and a signature brass deck .
Above the lobby level , the open atrium is framed by brightly lit offices . Pedestrian bridges on every level connect the building ’ s two volumes , crossing the atrium and providing spectacular views of the surrounding cityscape , with a backdrop of Montreal ’ s landmark Mont Royal . The northeastern volume floats one storey higher than the southwestern volume , and the latter hosts a rooftop greenspace with breathtaking city views that is designed for outdoor events .
“ It was a particularly interesting experience , driven by our client ’ s eagerness to achieve something spectacular ,” summarizes Claude Provencher . “ Beyond the functionality of the individual spaces of the built environment , we believe that Îlot Balmoral captures and incorporates the vibrancy of the district .”
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