A space shaped by nature.

Thousands of sticks serve as the artistic centrepiece for the unprecedented Alberni by Kuma, a mixed-use, high-rise building centrally located in downtown Vancouver.

Our Approach

Heavy was engaged by general contractor Graham Construction, architect Kengo Kuma & Associates, and Westbank to facilitate the development, detailed design and construction of an unprecedented ceiling feature.

The Opportunity

The experienced Heavy project development team worked closely with project partners, including world-renowned engineering firm RJC, to ensure all of the unique variables were taken into account.

This included a specialized analysis of materials due to the interior exposure to a chlorinated pool environment and exterior exposure to Vancouver’s high annual rainfall.

Heavy’s goal for Kigumi was to maintain the architect’s original design intent while ensuring the longevity and corrosion resistance due to all of the various complexities posed by such an intricate feature.

KIGUMI

DESIGNER — Kengo Kuma & Associates

CLIENT — Graham Construction, Westbank

PLACE — Alberni by Kuma, Vancouver, BC, Canada
MATERIALS — Various grades of aluminum & stainless steel, galvanized steel, aircraft cable

SCOPE — PLAN—BUILD™