Triangle Land mid-rise residential development

The project is located in Ottawa’s suburbs, on a 6.2 hectare site that local residents refer to as “Triangle Land”. The site’s irregular shape, steep slope and discontinuous link to the road were the main drivers behind the project’s urban and architectural approach.

The neighbouring lots are occupied by vast commercial zones and paved areas, and the residential neighbourhoods beyond are composed predominantly of single-family homes. Given the presence large retail establishments in the area and the general lack of medium to high density residential infrastructure in this area of the city, the proposed project is a mid-rise residential development with limited commercial space that will primarily serve residents. This pioneering development project offers new context and opens the door to urban redevelopment allowing residential expansion within the existing commercial area.

The complex winds through the site, with each end set on the main arterial roads to form easily identifiable entry portals. The buildings are punctuated by taller structures, like focal points, which serve to break up the rhythm of the long façades. Gateways connect the generous outdoor public spaces and allow for fluid pedestrian and bicycle traffic.