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After several decades of urban sprawl, Calgary is now going through an intense phase of densification. The construction boom of this past decade is reshaping the downtown core and surrounding areas, while gradually bringing life back to the city's streets as thousands of people move into brand new high- and mid-rise residential buildings. The dynamic real estate scene is now attracting a variety of buyers, including luxury purchasers. To answer the growing demand for high-end goods, developer Concord Pacific has chosen the scenic Eau Clair neighbourhood, located along the banks of the Bow River and steps away from the financial district.
For their first project in Wild Rose Country, the company has chosen a site in the immediate vicinity of the city's biggest asset. The Concord, a two-tower, 32,500-square-metre complex designed by Arthur Erickson and Nick Milkovich Architects, will make the most out of this unique setting. At 15 and 17 storeys in height, both towers will boast a series of ample setback, giving the uppermost units facing the river and Prince's Island Park large outdoor spaces and dramatic views.
With suite sizes ranging from 97.5 to 557 square metres and asking prices reaching up to $13 million CAD, the 218 units of this new development will become some of the city's most prestigious addresses. It appears that both buildings will be clad in clear glass and stone, and amenities will include a landscaped outdoor water garden with a pond that converts into a skating rink in the winter, private garages for up to six vehicles, as well as private elevators in 75% of the units.
Excavation for The Concord is now complete, as evidenced by the large pit pictured above. Both towers are scheduled for completion in 2018. In the meantime, additional images and information about the project can be found in the Database file linked below. Want to get involved in the discussion or share your photos? Check out the associated Forum thread — where more construction photos are available — or leave a comment at the bottom of this page.
