west business park

A few photos taken by Jenn + James – the site just happens to be near a driving range. Coincidence?  No.

Let’s remember how lovely it was “before”.

And after the application of metal siding.  A little cheerier, non?

 It’s a good example of how an existing building can be given new life with a little love and creativity.  The metal is an inexpensive and durable product that should allow the buildings to weather a lot more Edmonton winters gracefully.  I hope the tenants are happy with their revitalized place of work.  I only wish the budget had allowed for replacing the glazing – clear glass would liven up the interior too.

an office interior

Not quite finished but this tenant improvement in Manulife Place is complete enough for the tenant to start moving in.  Professional photos for the website are scheduled, but in the meantime, some amateur shots to fill in.  Heather says she’s over the green, but in this case the requirement to reuse existing furniture set the palette and the clients’ preferences overrulled.  The wood wall is rough sawn fir, clear coated.  Very Canadian…

facelift progress

Gradually the buildings are being transformed. There are two crews working on separate buildings, and the first two are progressing nicely. It’s quite a dramatic change. The “bar code” is particularly effective on the longer facades.