Located along the Downtown West Loop at the intersection of Davie and Granville, this new hotel aims to serve as an architectural anchor, revitalizing the intersection by energizing Granville and Davie Street, encouraging pedestrian activity, and reinforcing transit connections. The project addresses Downtown Vancouver’s shortage of hotel accommodations, aiming to bridge the substantial gap between supply and demand. Moreover, it aims to boost tourism, culture, and entertainment sectors while enriching visitor experiences and revitalizing Granville Street.

The building features distinct design elements and round corners for the podium and tower. The podium design honors the historical context of the site, drawing inspiration from the form and scale of Granville Street. The podium mirrors the distinctive sawtooth profile of Granville Street and the façade articulation reflects the width of a typical downtown block, maintaining the continuity of the pedestrian-scale street wall. The proposed building features a thoughtfully articulated facade, with its massing divided into three distinctive volumes. As the tower rises, elements of the facade are methodically removed. This gradual material denaturing creates a striking visual contrast that highlights the building’s verticality. The facade articulation is dictated by the hotel unit module, creating a dynamic composition that maximizes functionality and aesthetics.