ARCHITECTURAL FOCUS
The project offers two main entrances, each with its own distinct character. The first, positioned along the street leading to the community’ s main access road and the golf course trails, features a drop-off area sheltered by a canopy and opens into a grand, more formal lobby. The second, a more pedestrianoriented entrance, is located above the podium and opens onto a quieter residential street. There, landscaped pathways, punctuated by gently curved stone walls, guide residents toward a secondary lobby that connects seamlessly to shared lounges and a panoramic terrace.
This refinement in detailing was made possible through the support of Zeidler, who skillfully translated ACDF’ s design intent while rigorously coordinating the structural systems and exterior finishes to ensure both design integrity and technical precision.
The first concrete building to rise at Bear Mountain in 15 years, the One Bear Mountain project unfolds in continuity with the 18th hole of the prestigious PGA Mountain Course, designed by Nicklaus Design. To this domesticated landscape component, the architecture— with its rounded forms— responds with coherence, establishing a dialogue with the site’ s topography, the sweeping lines of the golf course, and the natural beauty of Goldstream Provincial Park.
One Bear Mountain was conceived as a living environment where residents’ well-being was placed at the heart of every decision, guiding the creation of an architecture centered on the occupant experience and offering a generous array of shared spaces totaling 2,400 m ².
Designed to bring together sport, relaxation, and social life in a coherent and harmonious whole, amenities include a spectacular pool and terrace on the 15th floor, a panoramic lounge with a large terrace on the 16th floor, a business center and concierge service, as well as a wellness area featuring a yoga studio with programmed classes, meditation and relaxation spaces inspired by spas, and a fully equipped fitness room.
Residential and common spaces The building houses 209 thoughtfully designed condominiums, including spectacular penthouses on the upper levels. Generous, cascading terraces are oriented to capture both sunrise and sunset, while framing sweeping views of Mount Finlayson and the surrounding landscape. In close collaboration with Inside Design Studio, Zeidler conceived interiors that ensure a seamless continuity between the residential and communal spaces, blending warm, natural material palettes with wellness areas inspired by the serenity of spa environments.
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