80 Atlantic Avenue
Location: Toronto, Canada
Architect: Quadrangle
Summary
Using heavy timber and stone, this five-storey office building features unique glazing that showcases its building materials, affording particularly impressive views to its adjacent communal space. 80 Atlantic is a return to heavy timber construction for an office setting, exploring a building typography that is sustainable and aesthetically striking.
Glass
Spec1
10mm Solar Neutral HP TG 50/32, Toughened, Heat Soak Tested (HST), 12mm Black Spacer, 6mm Clear float, Toughened, HST, Argon Gas Filled, Bird Friendly Frit Surface #3
Spec 2
6mm Clear float, Toughened, HST, 1.52mm PVB, 6mm Clear float, Toughened,HST
Selected units are; 6mm low Iron, Shaped, fritted with notches
Spec 3
6mm Clear float, Toughened, HST, 1.52mm PVB, 6mm Clear float, Toughened, HST, Digital Print Design, Drilled holes
Spec 4
10mm Solar Neutral HP TG 50/32, Toughened, HST, 12mm Silver Spacer, 6mm Clear float, Toughened, HST, Argon Gas Filled, Silk Screen Ceramic Surface #3, Opaci coat to surface #4
Spec 5
10mm Solar Neutral HP TG 50/32, Toughened, HST, 12mm Black Spacer, 6mm Clear float, Toughened, HST, Argon Gas Filled.
Spec 6
10mm Solar Neutral HP TG 50/32, Toughened, HST, 12mm Black Spacer, 6mm Clear float, Toughened, HST, Argon Gas Filled, Silk Screen Design.
Details
Set in the heart of Liberty Village, 80 Atlantic is Toronto’s first new timber-frame commercial building to be built in a generation. Integrating natural and high performance materials, it sets a new standard of development, offering high-design work environments and collaborative spaces. Between 60 & 80, the courtyard draws visitors into the site, serving as a social space with access for tenants and visitors, and the location of a signature patio area for Big Rock Brewery’s new concept restaurant and bar.
Awards
2020 The Mass Timber Design Award
2020 REX Awards - Office Development of the Year
2020 REX Awards - Green Development of the Year
2021 Canadian Green Building Award from SABmag
2022 The Governor General's Medal in Architecture
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