The Butterfly Condos

The most anticipated preconstruction project in Vancouver

The Butterfly is a new condo development By Westbank
currently under construction at 1019 Nelson Street, Vancouver. The development is scheduled for completion in 2023. Available units range in price from $3,508,900 to $7,873,900. The Butterfly has a total of 331 units. Sizes range from 1073 to 4282 square feet.

The Butterfly is about to emerge, carrying nature within its wings, reaching out to a horizon unbound... bringing the street into your home.

A shared dream with architect Bing Thom, long in the making, is about to emerge in downtown Vancouver.

Features & Finishes
Exterior
• High performance, curved double-glazed low-E coated curtainwall glazing system with aluminum frame
• Floor-to- ceiling exterior balcony door system with seamless transition between interior and exterior spaces
• Insulated and three-dimensionally curved pre-cast concrete panel façade that alternates floor to floor, creating a dynamic skin which provides exceptional building performance
• Perforated screens in-fill on East and West façade
• Combination of concrete pre-cast panel and double-glazed façade enhances acoustical performance and a comfortable living environment
• Open breezeway lobbies lined with planters throughout, and a custom tree-planter on every third floor allow for natural ventilation and access to nature.
• Oversized private balconies create an extension of living spaces lined with a minimal profile, curved guardrail
• Balcony finishes include white concrete pavers on raised pedestals and a honed interior face of the pre-cast panel to create a natural material progression from the interior space and comfortable enclosure
• Parabolic cut-outs at the tower base showcase a dynamic glazing configuration forming unique homes and respectful connection as the tower reaches the ground plane

Sustainable Design and Green Innovations
• Designed to a LEED Gold certification standard, the building excels in water conservation, energy reduction and stormwater management strategies
• An iconic façade showcases a high-performance building envelope comprised of an insulated precast concrete panel system and high-performance building envelope comprised of an insulated precast concrete panel system and high-performance curved glazing which improves
thermal comfort
• Unique open garden breezeways provide opportunities for social interaction while facilitating access to natural light and fresh air
• Convenient waste and recycling closets on each floor
• High-efficiency mechanical systems and services

Structural Design
• Reinforced concrete structure with cast-in- place columns, walls and flat plate slabs
• Unique structural core arrangement to accommodate the tower’s slender proportions
• High strength concrete with partially post-tensioned slabs for spatial optimization
• Column-free cantilevered balconies for view optimization

Mechanical / Electrical Design
• High efficiency four pipe system with two pipe fan-coil units for heating/cooling
• Heat Recovery Units
• Air conditioning with room temperature control
• Smart thermostats
• Master cut-out switch
• Linear LED lighting in breezeways

Building Systems and Security
• Lobby with 24-hour Eco-concierge
• Building-wide electronic control system
• 24-hour digital video recording surveillance of building entry points
• Electronic access using a single encrypted key fob
• Video enter-phone system allows identification and screening of guests
• Restricted floor access

Lobby
• Double-height space draped in curved layers of suspended white fabrics along its ceiling and walls forming a cocoon-like atmosphere with soft backlighting
• Columns clad in white gypsum plaster (GRG) and floor-to- ceiling dynamic glazing overlooking lush landscaped courtyard will accentuate the height and openness of the space
• Custom designed Bing Thom Architects sculptural concierge desk clad in white solid surface
• Custom design sculptural bench seating
• Custom white Fazioli piano, designed by Bing Thom Architects will be centred and surrounded by homogenous white terrazzo flooring with gold and silver accent aggregate inlay

Parkade
• Secured and gated garage entrances
• Secured common bicycle storage rooms
• Select two-car and three-car private garages
• Key-fob secured elevator vestibules
• Cellphone repeaters
• Dog wash and relief area

Private Car Share and Bike Share
• Three (3) BMW car-share vehicles will be privately available to owners only
• Twelve (12) BMW bicycles will be privately available to owners only

Elevators
• Four over-height, high-performance dedicated passenger elevators
• Destination dispatch system for reduced wait times and secure access
• Interior elevator cab will feature glass panels, stainless steel, indirect lighting,
• stone flooring, television and integrated controls
• Improved acceleration and decoration
• Quiet and smooth gearless mechanical operation without harmonics
• High speed (1,200 feet per minute)
• Efficient center-opening doors

Breezeways
• Each floor will feature an exterior courtyard (the “breezeway”) as opposed to a traditional corridor which reduces the environmental impact of the building and promotes natural ventilation
• Sculptural custom tree planters every three floor and landscaped areas throughout create an inviting outdoor space beyond your entry door
• Wind screens provided on the North elevation of the building reducing exposure to elements
• Pre-cast concrete panels carried from the exterior façade into sections of the breezeways
• Subtle cove lighting, white back-painted glass clad walls and paver flooring
• Convenient garbage and recycling stations on each floor

Entertainment Lounge
• Light solid hardwood floors throughout
• Large amenity kitchen with full appliance package and counter-height kitchen island
• Contemporary lounge and dining furniture
• An exterior deck furthering expanding entertainment space

Wellness and Aqua Centre
• Fully-equipped fitness centre, yoga room and lounge space
• Finished with solid hardwood floors, fully mirrored walls and built-in millwork
• Change room facilities will feature stone or porcelain stone slab clad flooring and walls, wooden benches, lockers, shower and thermowood clad sauna
• 50m length lap pool spans above the podium, completely encased in high-performance glazing
• Overarching sculptural pre-cast concrete structure will line the pool deck forming an exoskeleton aesthetic while matching the curves and essence of the tower façade
• Custom hot tub will be provided adjacent to the pool deck on the bridge

Interior Design Features
• Home interiors are custom designed and curated by Bing Thom Architects
• Alcove entryways with white eucalyptus veneered suite entrance door in powder-coated metal portal frame with recessed LED lighting
• Suite numbering integrated into portal frame and finished in brushed stainless steel to match interior suite hardware
• Large scale matte white flooring throughout all living areas are paired with white interior walls and back-painted glass cladding to seamlessly integrate with suite kitchen cabinetry
• Exterior walls are lined with honed white pre-cast concrete walls with an interior
• terrazzo finish with integrated high-performance double-glazed curtain wall; each curved to the shape of the building
• Delicate, full-height sheer drapery along all exterior faces gently following building curvature
• Elegant dim out curtains provide additional privacy layer for bedrooms
• High-performance balcony glazing and sliders offer thermal comfort and acoustic separation
• Curved clear glass wall separation between living room and 2 nd bedroom allows for maximum daylight distribution and grand appearance.

Kitchen
• Custom designed, Italian-crafted kitchens
• Feature white back-painted glass cabinetry fronts for integration of appliances
• Soft-closing precision cabinet drawers and doors with wood-reveal interiors
• Countertops, sinks and backsplashes finished in white matte solid surface
• Faucets finished as accent pieces in brushed brass (Gold) or brushed stainless steel (Silver)
• Custom designed kitchen island organically shaped with eucalyptus wood base and white matte solid surface countertops. Includes functional countertop, storage & wine-fridge (winefridge integration into Island is currently being studied) and integrated cantilevered dining table

One Bedroom Appliance Package
• 24” Miele fully integrated, bottom mount fridge/freezer
• 24” Miele 4 burner gas cooktop
• 24” Miele slide out hood fan with energy-efficient LED lighting
• 24” Miele fully integrated dishwasher with cutlery tray and hidden control panel
• 24” Miele PureLine Brilliant White microwave / speed oven
• 24” Miele front load washer and condensing dryer
• WasteKing ½ HP Garburator
• Faucets finished as accent pieces in brushed brass (Gold Scheme) or brushed stainless steel (Silver Scheme)
• Custom designed kitchen island organically shaped with eucalyptus wood base and white matte solid surface (select homes). Includes functional countertop, storage and integrated cantilevered dining table
• 24” Miele PureLine Brilliant White microwave / speed oven
• 24” Miele front load washer and condensing dryer
• WasteKing ½ HP Garburator

Two Bedroom Appliance Package
• 30” Miele fully integrated, bottom mount fridge/freeze with icemaker
• 30” Miele 4 burner gas cooktop
• 30” Miele slide out hood fan with energy-efficient LED lighting
• 24” Miele fully integrated dishwasher with cutlery tray and hidden control panel
• 24” Miele PureLine Brilliant White microwave / speed oven
• 24” Miele PureLine Brilliant White steam oven
• 24” Sub-zero under-counter wine fridge (From level 40)
• 24” Miele front load washer and condensing dryer
• WasteKing ½ HP Garburator

Three Bedroom Appliance Package
• 36” Miele fully integrated, bottom mount fridge/freeze with icemaker
• 36” Miele 5 burner gas cooktop
• 36” Miele slide out hood fan with energy-efficient LED lighting
• 24” Miele fully integrated dishwasher with cutlery tray and hidden control panel
• 30” Miele PureLine Brilliant White convection oven
• 24” Miele PureLine Brilliant White microwave / speed oven
• 24” Miele PureLine Brilliant White steam oven
• 24” Sub-zero under-counter wine fridge
• 24” Miele front load washer and condensing dryer
• WasteKing ½ HP Garburator

Sub-Penthouse and Penthouse Appliance Package
• 36” Miele fully integrated, bottom mount fridge/freeze with icemaker
• 36” Miele 5 burner gas cooktop
• 36” Miele slide out hood fan with energy-efficient LED lighting
• 24” Miele fully integrated dishwasher with cutlery tray and hidden control panel
• 30” Miele PureLine Brilliant White convection oven
• 24” Miele PureLine Brilliant White microwave / speed oven
• 24” Miele PureLine Brilliant White steam oven
• 24” Miele Brilliant White built-in coffee maker
• 24” Miele Brilliant White plate & cup warming drawer
• 24” Sub-zero under-counter wine fridge (Sub-Penthouse)
• 24” Miele full-height wine fridge (Penthouse)
• 24” Miele front load washer and condensing dryer
• WasteKing ½ HP Garburator

Master Bedroom
• White porcelain flooring with integrated luxurious silk carpet and wool accent inserts
• White painted walls and exterior sheer and dim out drapery along curved façade
• Custom ensuite bath encased in eucalyptus veneered vertical wood slat feature wall cladding with subtle brass (Gold) or stainless steel (Silver) dowel connectors
• Dressing area features wood ceiling and flooring with custom designed wood lined closet fully equipped with millwork and satin mirror door front finishes
• Calacatta marble or porcelain full size stone slabs on walls and floor with wash lighting to enhance veining
• Electrified smart glass walls that turn transparent or opaque with door operation for privacy
• Contemporary fittings in brushed brass (Gold) or brushed stainless steel (Silver) finish
• Custom design white cylinder solid surface sinks with built-in storage, towel holder and trough drain
• Wall hung toilet with hidden tank
• Built-in bathtub with marble or porcelain deck
• Curbless shower with continuous trench drain
• Custom designed fully-mirrored medicine cabinet with storage shelves and wooden shelving

Bathroom / Powder Room Design Features
• Large scale matte white flooring
• Custom white cylinder solid surface sink and wall hung toilet
• Curbless shower with continuous trench drain
• Contemporary fittings in brushed brass (Gold) or brushed stainless steel (Silver) finish
• In select, bathroom is integrated with glass case bedroom and will feature frosted opaque glass surround for privacy (Smart Glass)

Penthouse Design Features
• Private elevator lobby forming a grand foyer and double door entry
• Spacious living and kitchen areas with transparent glass bottom penthouse pool reveal
• Luxurious walk-in closets for each bedroom with custom millwork shelving
• Freestanding white solid surface bathtubs in large master
• Built-in wine cooler displays
• Access to penthouse rooftop via feature stair and penthouse elevator
• Privately accessed roof decks offer immaculate outdoor living and unparalleled views from the top of the city
• Features a glass bottom pool, hot tub, outdoor kitchen, landscape features and informal outdoor lounge and dining spaces 

Source: The Butterfly Vancouver 

Builders website: https://westbankcorp.com/