JEWEL (ALOHA) APARTMENTS (Hawk)

Dawson Creek, BC, 2015 (DPermit)

"I soar, I am
   a HAWK"
 ~  Shakepeare
                   
The Jewel (Aloha) rental apartment residences have been designed as an energy-efficient green building utilizing a simple massing and durable materials. The building program consists of 66 rental units complete with resident amenities such as common and private storage, bike racks, and an electric/hybrid car charge station.

Green design elements include:

• Energy efficient design—super insulated walls, triple glazed windows
• Compact, space efficient floor plans
• Materials and massing in context with commercial/residential  neighbourhood
• Use of standard wood framing and trusses
• Centralized HRV and Heating
• Large overhangs for protection from the hot summer sun
• Accessible ground level units