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Project • By Constantine Bouras Studio • Commercial Landscape
Rafina Port Commercial Zone Redesign
Constantine Bouras Studio
With the urgent need for the removal of the existing unauthorized structures, the design scheme proposes the creation of a unified structure which will consist of units with common typological characteristics, forming a cohesive, aesthetically and functionally, zone of semi-outdoor and outdoor spaces along the waterfront pier at the entrance of the port of Rafina.
Constantine Bouras Studio
The new structure will be deployed parallel to the existing building complex, allowing the latter to be perceived again as a single elongated entity. This new white lightweight metal construction with nautical references, will function as a “transparent” portico in front of the exist... More
Project • By MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects • Commercial Landscape
Queen's Marque
Queen’s Marque, a 41,800 square mixed-use complex on Halifax’s Waterfront, was born from developer Scott Armour McCrea’s desire to build a significant Canadian landmark that would be created by Nova Scotians, for Nova Scotians.
Nic Lehoux
The Cheif Executive Officer of Armour Group Ltd (a Halifax based real estate and construction company), sought a legacy project that would epitomize a new confidence that is emerging in Eastern Canada. Through deliberate planning and sensitive design, Queen’s Marque instills pride in local history and culture, while making a difference in public life for generations to come.
Nic Lehoux
According to MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects’ founder, Brian MacKay-Lyons, &l... More
News • News • 21 Mar 2023
Working Waterfront by GreenSpur draws inspiration from the organized chaos of old wharf designs
The Working Waterfront by GreenSpur draws inspiration from the rich boat-building history of Camden, Maine, and the organized chaos of the old wharf designs that characterize the region. Playing with independent volumes and irregular rooflines, the development sees the intersection of modern design and materials with traditional building elements like cedar shakes.
Ben Gancsos
In total, 33,000 square feet of state-of-the-art infrastructure replaces the previous hodge-podge of energy-inefficient buildings. The company’s rigging, mechanics, electronics, and carpentry workshops are housed in a new warehouse. At the same time, customer-friendly offices, lounge spaces for boaters, boat services, overnight accommodations, retail s... More