What would YOU build?

atlas_inc · #1 Posted: **Jan 31, 2007, 10:06 PM**

Hey All!

We have currently aquired some land in Three Sisters, Canmore that is zoned for multi-family of about 3 to 4 stories.

Here's your opportunity to possibly have your say on what we should build. The more specific the better. Think "Urban Alpine". Here is the Site Plan

http://img261.imageshack.us/img261/2779/3sisjf9.jpg

Sky is the limit! What would YOU build?

Boris2k7 · #2 Posted: **Jan 31, 2007, 10:43 PM**

Hmmm... gotta say that I'm not a fan of the alpine style of architecture myself. Do you have any photos or aerials of the site?

freeweed · #3 Posted: **Jan 31, 2007, 10:47 PM**

My vote's on the World's Larget Bighorn Sheep.

You know, one of those drive-by statues. You could climb up inside and look out from the tips of the horns. Make it 40 stories tall, with a snowboard ramp down the "backside".

Eh, it's more of a Shelbyville idea.

Bassic Lab · #4 Posted: **Jan 31, 2007, 11:00 PM**

How large is the site? We can't really be very specific unless we know a bit more about the parcel.

Blue_Cypress · #5 Posted: **Jan 31, 2007, 11:13 PM**

is the land flat or hilly? what is the property going to be used for?

SpongeG · #6 Posted: **Feb 1, 2007, 12:27 AM**

something modern

with lots of glass an natural stone

along these lines

Blue_Cypress · #7 Posted: **Feb 1, 2007, 12:45 AM**

I agree with the glass and stone concept. Go for energy efficiency, and keep in mind:

Quote:

No house should ever be on a hill or on anything. It should be of the hill. Belonging to it. Hill and house should live together each the happier for the other.

* Frank Lloyd Wright

westcoast604 · #8 Posted: **Feb 1, 2007, 12:48 AM**

Need some context as to what the surrounding land uses are. What does the town's OCP (do they even have one?) have the land designated as? Dimensions, site area.

If its zoned for multi-family 3-4 storeys than that could be the easiest thing to go with as rezoning is costly.

gumgum · #9 Posted: **Feb 1, 2007, 1:03 AM**

Something with zero surface parking! Unfeasable, maybe. But then more room for residential and commercial.

SpongeG · #10 Posted: **Feb 1, 2007, 1:23 AM**

[QUOTE=Blue_Cypress;2602681]No house should ever be on a hill or on anything. It should be of the hill. Belonging to it. Hill and house should live together each the happier for the other.

* Frank Lloyd Wright
QUOTE]

like this?

Distill3d · #11 Posted: **Feb 1, 2007, 2:07 AM**

Quote:

Originally Posted by zzebian

Hey All!

We have currently aquired some land in Three Sisters, Canmore that is zoned for multi-family of about 3 to 4 stories.

Here's your opportunity to possibly have your say on what we should build. The more specific the better. Think "Urban Alpine". Here is the Site Plan

http://img261.imageshack.us/img261/2779/3sisjf9.jpg

Sky is the limit! What would YOU build?

nothing. let the land mature and sell it in 10 years.

Coldrsx · #12 Posted: **Feb 1, 2007, 3:18 AM**

wood beams, slanted roof, glass front, concrete foundation, fireplaces fireplaces fireplaces.

newflyer · #13 Posted: **Feb 1, 2007, 3:35 AM**

A giant Tim Horton's in the shape of a doughnut... Perhaps chocolate glaced, but in winter it would turn into a sugar powdered.

Coldrsx · #14 Posted: **Feb 1, 2007, 4:00 AM**

one word

"oscar"

atlas_inc · #15 Posted: **Feb 1, 2007, 5:20 PM**

HaHa, Some creative answers... but maybe they won't all fly.

I guess to give a little bit more info on the land:
• it does have a slope that can create challenges, but not huge challenges
• no more than 3 stories
• Multi-family
• Think afluent buyers
• Think $700+ sq. ft. price ranges
• All below grade parking (ramp cannot be visible from the street)
• Land is 2.76 Acres
• Density is 76units
• Unit mix:
25% 1000sq.ft.
35% 1200sq.ft.
25% 1400sq.ft.
15% 1600-1800sq.ft.
• Visit www.tsmv.com for more inspiration of what's been built there in the past
• What kind of materials would you use? Interior? exterior? courtyard features?

Also, if anyone knows of any great Alpine-type of multi-family world wide, please post images or sites.

Cheers!

atlas_inc · #16 Posted: **Feb 1, 2007, 5:22 PM**

www.tsmv.ca - NOT DOT COM

Distill3d · #17 Posted: **Feb 1, 2007, 5:39 PM**

Quote:

Originally Posted by Coldrsx

one word

"oscar"

NO!

i wouldn't wish Oscar on Saskatoon dude

Thunderball · #18 Posted: **Feb 1, 2007, 6:13 PM**

I would build something similar to Canmore Crossing... except with a lot more stone work, and more complimentary colors. But a condo facility with hotel type amenities always sells well. I dunno if you'd want the main floor retail, as it might be too remote to attract a whole lot.

trueviking · #19 Posted: **Feb 1, 2007, 10:06 PM**

Coldrsx · #20 Posted: **Feb 1, 2007, 10:17 PM**

^nice...there is a place like this in west van which although old and crap has this kind of potential....