Envie & Capital Hall [101-105 Champagne Ave] | 78m + 68m | 28f + 22f | Completed - Page 10

J.OT13 · #**181** Posted **Feb 6, 2016, 3:47 AM**

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Originally Posted by Harley613

I like this project. I don't think it's beautiful, in fact I think it would be ugly on it's own, but I believe it will be a nice contrast in the future sea of glass towers.

EdFromOttawa · #**182** Posted **Feb 6, 2016, 2:12 PM**

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Originally Posted by Harley613

I like this project. I don't think it's beautiful, in fact I think it would be ugly on it's own, but I believe it will be a nice contrast in the future sea of glass towers.

It's certainly got the size we're going for.

11a2b3 · #**183** Posted **Feb 6, 2016, 10:15 PM**

Reminds me of this:

http://www.houstonarchitecture.com/h...he-loop/page-3

Harley613 · #**184** Posted **Feb 7, 2016, 5:10 AM**

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Originally Posted by 11a2b3

Reminds me of this:

http://www.houstonarchitecture.com/h...he-loop/page-3

I see very little resemblance. Envie has a pretty cool roof design, contrasting brick work, plenty of (small) windows. I think Envie is actually quite good for what is effectively student housing. It doesn't compare to a modern condominium project, but it's not a horrific design like that building.

cityguy · #**185** Posted **Feb 7, 2016, 5:37 PM**

I believe that Capital Hall is selling well, so maybe construction will begin this spring.

MisterOttawa · #**186** Posted **Feb 13, 2016, 11:52 PM**

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Originally Posted by cityguy

I believe that Capital Hall is selling well, so maybe construction will begin this spring.

Was told last week it will start in July/August of this year.

mtcross · #**187** Posted **Feb 19, 2016, 8:50 PM**

Boxster · #**188** Posted **Feb 19, 2016, 9:28 PM**

I have got to say this.

What a shitty looking building.

Marshsparrow · #**189** Posted **Feb 19, 2016, 9:42 PM**

I'm certain that it will age so well - imagine in 20 years - where were the NIMBYs to stop this eyesore?!?!?!

Radster · #**190** Posted **Feb 19, 2016, 10:17 PM**

At least there is some random stuff going on with the window design. But I agree, it is a terrible building, however, in a few years, once this area has more towers built, its presence/height will contribute to the mini skyline and it wont stick out like a sore thumb anymore...

11a2b3 · #**191** Posted **Feb 20, 2016, 1:44 AM**

Another ugly turd for Ottawa's skyline...

Harley613 · #**192** Posted **Feb 20, 2016, 7:49 AM**

Good thing they put that curve on the roof, it is really the only redeeming factor. I still like this building solely for the contrast it will provide among the glass tower of the future.

silvergate · #**193** Posted **Feb 20, 2016, 6:06 PM**

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Originally Posted by Boxster

I have got to say this.

What a shitty looking building.

Still way better than the emerald towers in the background

canabiz · #**194** Posted **Feb 24, 2016, 12:45 AM**

There are already a number of ads on Kijiji for rentals in this building. The going rate seems to be $650/room.

I like the fact each room has its own washroom (per the ads) but I did not see mention of any utilities so I have to presume those are extras.

mtcross · #**195** Posted **Mar 4, 2016, 9:33 PM**

Harley613 · #**196** Posted **Mar 5, 2016, 3:31 AM**

This thing looks really tall from the Airport Parkway/Bronson, coming down the hill. I can't imagine what Icon is going to look like.

Admiral Nelson · #**197** Posted **Mar 5, 2016, 8:37 AM**

Oh boy, is the mustard colour the final cladding? If so, what an eyesore!

If we had more stringent design standards I suspect we wouldn't have such a hard time getting residents on board with highrise development.

EDIT: I just discovered that we have, at least since 2009. But in contrast to Vancouver and Toronto, the Ottawa guidelines seem to carry little weight. Guideline 20 - "Create sufficient separation between towers to allow for adequate light, solar exposure, views and privacy for people in the building, as well as people on the street" is obviously ignored by this development. Just like the Claridge Plaza police lineup on Rideau.

11a2b3 · #**198** Posted **Mar 5, 2016, 7:20 PM**

And this is only the first phase...

Davis137 · #**199** Posted **Mar 6, 2016, 6:41 PM**

I agree that it will at least be a contrast from the other stuff going up in the area, but it does look like an early 2000's school or hospital addition...and not a good one. At least it's tall...right?

Davis137 · #**200** Posted **Mar 6, 2016, 6:52 PM**

I agree that it will at least be a contrast from the other stuff going up in the area, but it does look like an early 2000's school or hospital addition...and not a good one. At least it's tall...right?