The Butterfly Condos by Westbank

The Butterfly is about to emerge, carrying nature within its wings, reaching out to a horizon unbound... bringing the street into your home.

A shared dream with architect Bing Thom, long in the making, is about to emerge in downtown Vancouver.

Features & Finishes Exterior • High performance, curved double-glazed low-E coated curtainwall glazing system with aluminum frame • Floor-to- ceiling exterior balcony door system with seamless transition between interior and exterior spaces • Insulated and three-dimensionally curved pre-cast concrete panel façade that alternates floor to floor, creating a dynamic skin which provides exceptional building performance • Perforated screens in-fill on East and West façade • Combination of concrete pre-cast panel and double-glazed façade enhances acoustical performance and a comfortable living environment • Open breezeway lobbies lined with planters throughout, and a custom tree-planter on every third floor allow for natural ventilation and access to nature. • Oversized private balconies create an extension of living spaces lined with a minimal profile, curved guardrail • Balcony finishes include white concrete pavers on raised pedestals and a honed interior face of the pre-cast panel to create a natural material progression from the interior space and comfortable enclosure • Parabolic cut-outs at the tower base showcase a dynamic glazing configuration forming unique homes and respectful connection as the tower reaches the ground plane

Sustainable Design and Green Innovations • Designed to a LEED Gold certification standard, the building excels in water conservation, energy reduction and stormwater management strategies • An iconic façade showcases a high-performance building envelope comprised of an insulated precast concrete panel system and high-performance building envelope comprised of an insulated precast concrete panel system and high-performance curved glazing which improves thermal comfort • Unique open garden breezeways provide opportunities for social interaction while facilitating access to natural light and fresh air • Convenient waste and recycling closets on each floor • High-efficiency mechanical systems and services

Structural Design • Reinforced concrete structure with cast-in- place columns, walls and flat plate slabs • Unique structural core arrangement to accommodate the tower's slender proportions • High strength concrete with partially post-tensioned slabs for spatial optimization • Column-free cantilevered balconies for view optimization

Mechanical / Electrical Design • High efficiency four pipe system with two pipe fan-coil units for heating/cooling • Heat Recovery Units • Air conditioning with room temperature control • Smart thermostats • Master cut-out switch • Linear LED lighting in breezeways

Building Systems and Security • Lobby with 24-hour Eco-concierge • Building-wide electronic control system • 24-hour digital video recording surveillance of building entry points • Electronic access using a single encrypted key fob • Video enter-phone system allows identification and screening of guests • Restricted floor access

Lobby • Double-height space draped in curved layers of suspended white fabrics along its ceiling and walls forming a cocoon-like atmosphere with soft backlighting • Columns clad in white gypsum plaster (GRG) and floor-to- ceiling dynamic glazing overlooking lush landscaped courtyard will accentuate the height and openness of the space • Custom designed Bing Thom Architects sculptural concierge desk clad in white solid surface • Custom design sculptural bench seating • Custom white Fazioli piano, designed by Bing Thom Architects will be centred and surrounded by homogenous white terrazzo flooring with gold and silver accent aggregate inlay

Parkade • Secured and gated garage entrances • Secured common bicycle storage rooms • Select two-car and three-car private garages • Key-fob secured elevator vestibules • Cellphone repeaters • Dog wash and relief area

Private Car Share and Bike Share • Three (3) BMW car-share vehicles will be privately available to owners only • Twelve (12) BMW bicycles will be privately available to owners only

Elevators • Four over-height, high-performance dedicated passenger elevators • Destination dispatch system for reduced wait times and secure access • Interior elevator cab will feature glass panels, stainless steel, indirect lighting, • stone flooring, television and integrated controls • Improved acceleration and decoration • Quiet and smooth gearless mechanical operation without harmonics • High speed (1,200 feet per minute) • Efficient center-opening doors

Breezeways • Each floor will feature an exterior courtyard (the "breezeway") as opposed to a traditional corridor which reduces the environmental impact of the building and promotes natural ventilation • Sculptural custom tree planters every three floor and landscaped areas throughout create an inviting outdoor space beyond your entry door • Wind screens provided on the North elevation of the building reducing exposure to elements • Pre-cast concrete panels carried from the exterior façade into sections of the breezeways • Subtle cove lighting, white back-painted glass clad walls and paver flooring • Convenient garbage and recycling stations on each floor

Entertainment Lounge • Light solid hardwood floors throughout • Large amenity kitchen with full appliance package and counter-height kitchen island • Contemporary lounge and dining furniture • An exterior deck furthering expanding entertainment space

Wellness and Aqua Centre • Fully-equipped fitness centre, yoga room and lounge space • Finished with solid hardwood floors, fully mirrored walls and built-in millwork • Change room facilities will feature stone or porcelain stone slab clad flooring and walls, wooden benches, lockers, shower and thermowood clad sauna • 50m length lap pool spans above the podium, completely encased in high-performance glazing • Overarching sculptural pre-cast concrete structure will line the pool deck forming an exoskeleton aesthetic while matching the curves and essence of the tower façade • Custom hot tub will be provided adjacent to the pool deck on the bridge

Interior Design Features • Home interiors are custom designed and curated by Bing Thom Architects • Alcove entryways with white eucalyptus veneered suite entrance door in powder-coated metal portal frame with recessed LED lighting • Suite numbering integrated into portal frame and finished in brushed stainless steel to match interior suite hardware • Large scale matte white flooring throughout all living areas are paired with white interior walls and back-painted glass cladding to seamlessly integrate with suite kitchen cabinetry • Exterior walls are lined with honed white pre-cast concrete walls with an interior • terrazzo finish with integrated high-performance double-glazed curtain wall; each curved to the shape of the building • Delicate, full-height sheer drapery along all exterior faces gently following building curvature • Elegant dim out curtains provide additional privacy layer for bedrooms • High-performance balcony glazing and sliders offer thermal comfort and acoustic separation • Curved clear glass wall separation between living room and 2 nd bedroom allows for maximum daylight distribution and grand appearance.

Kitchen • Custom designed, Italian-crafted kitchens • Feature white back-painted glass cabinetry fronts for integration of appliances • Soft-closing precision cabinet drawers and doors with wood-reveal interiors • Countertops, sinks and backsplashes finished in white matte solid surface • Faucets finished as accent pieces in brushed brass (Gold) or brushed stainless steel (Silver) • Custom designed kitchen island organically shaped with eucalyptus wood base and white matte solid surface countertops. Includes functional countertop, storage & wine-fridge (winefridge integration into Island is currently being studied) and integrated cantilevered dining table

One Bedroom Appliance Package • 24" Miele fully integrated, bottom mount fridge/freezer • 24" Miele 4 burner gas cooktop • 24" Miele slide out hood fan with energy-efficient LED lighting • 24" Miele fully integrated dishwasher with cutlery tray and hidden control panel • 24" Miele PureLine Brilliant White microwave / speed oven • 24" Miele front load washer and condensing dryer • WasteKing ½ HP Garburator • Faucets finished as accent pieces in brushed brass (Gold Scheme) or brushed stainless steel (Silver Scheme) • Custom designed kitchen island organically shaped with eucalyptus wood base and white matte solid surface (select homes). Includes functional countertop, storage and integrated cantilevered dining table • 24" Miele PureLine Brilliant White microwave / speed oven • 24" Miele front load washer and condensing dryer • WasteKing ½ HP Garburator

Two Bedroom Appliance Package • 30" Miele fully integrated, bottom mount fridge/freeze with icemaker • 30" Miele 4 burner gas cooktop • 30" Miele slide out hood fan with energy-efficient LED lighting • 24" Miele fully integrated dishwasher with cutlery tray and hidden control panel • 24" Miele PureLine Brilliant White microwave / speed oven • 24" Miele PureLine Brilliant White steam oven • 24" Sub-zero under-counter wine fridge (From level 40) • 24" Miele front load washer and condensing dryer • WasteKing ½ HP Garburator

Three Bedroom Appliance Package • 36" Miele fully integrated, bottom mount fridge/freeze with icemaker • 36" Miele 5 burner gas cooktop • 36" Miele slide out hood fan with energy-efficient LED lighting • 24" Miele fully integrated dishwasher with cutlery tray and hidden control panel • 30" Miele PureLine Brilliant White convection oven • 24" Miele PureLine Brilliant White microwave / speed oven • 24" Miele PureLine Brilliant White steam oven • 24" Sub-zero under-counter wine fridge • 24" Miele front load washer and condensing dryer • WasteKing ½ HP Garburator

Sub-Penthouse and Penthouse Appliance Package • 36" Miele fully integrated, bottom mount fridge/freeze with icemaker • 36" Miele 5 burner gas cooktop • 36" Miele slide out hood fan with energy-efficient LED lighting • 24" Miele fully integrated dishwasher with cutlery tray and hidden control panel • 30" Miele PureLine Brilliant White convection oven • 24" Miele PureLine Brilliant White microwave / speed oven • 24" Miele PureLine Brilliant White steam oven • 24" Miele Brilliant White built-in coffee maker • 24" Miele Brilliant White plate & cup warming drawer • 24" Sub-zero under-counter wine fridge (Sub-Penthouse) • 24" Miele full-height wine fridge (Penthouse) • 24" Miele front load washer and condensing dryer • WasteKing ½ HP Garburator

Master Bedroom • White porcelain flooring with integrated luxurious silk carpet and wool accent inserts • White painted walls and exterior sheer and dim out drapery along curved façade • Custom ensuite bath encased in eucalyptus veneered vertical wood slat feature wall cladding with subtle brass (Gold) or stainless steel (Silver) dowel connectors • Dressing area features wood ceiling and flooring with custom designed wood lined closet fully equipped with millwork and satin mirror door front finishes • Calacatta marble or porcelain full size stone slabs on walls and floor with wash lighting to enhance veining • Electrified smart glass walls that turn transparent or opaque with door operation for privacy • Contemporary fittings in brushed brass (Gold) or brushed stainless steel (Silver) finish • Custom design white cylinder solid surface sinks with built-in storage, towel holder and trough drain • Wall hung toilet with hidden tank • Built-in bathtub with marble or porcelain deck • Curbless shower with continuous trench drain • Custom designed fully-mirrored medicine cabinet with storage shelves and wooden shelving

Bathroom / Powder Room Design Features • Large scale matte white flooring • Custom white cylinder solid surface sink and wall hung toilet • Curbless shower with continuous trench drain • Contemporary fittings in brushed brass (Gold) or brushed stainless steel (Silver) finish • In select, bathroom is integrated with glass case bedroom and will feature frosted opaque glass surround for privacy (Smart Glass)

Penthouse Design Features • Private elevator lobby forming a grand foyer and double door entry • Spacious living and kitchen areas with transparent glass bottom penthouse pool reveal • Luxurious walk-in closets for each bedroom with custom millwork shelving • Freestanding white solid surface bathtubs in large master • Built-in wine cooler displays • Access to penthouse rooftop via feature stair and penthouse elevator • Privately accessed roof decks offer immaculate outdoor living and unparalleled views from the top of the city • Features a glass bottom pool, hot tub, outdoor kitchen, landscape features and informal outdoor lounge and dining spaces

Source: The Butterfly Vancouver

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