EXISTING AND PROPOSED DIAGRAMS DEMONSTRATE 700 BAY AS IT CURRENTLY EXISTS AS WELL AS THE PROPOSED 31-STOREY RESIDENTIAL POINT TOWER AND FOUR FLOORS OF “OVERBUILD” ON TOP OF THE EXISTING TOWERS UNIFY THE NEW AND EXISTING AND PROVIDE HIGH QUALITY SHARED AMENITY FOR ALL RESIDENTS. CREDIT: QUADRANGLE ARCHITECTS LIMITED.
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PROPOSED
In utilising the Parametric Energy Modelling Simulation, the entire matrix
filter out unwanted design options and to focus on project
design variables were modeled and key performance outputs of interest
priorities, immediately understanding the impact on building
to the design team were determined, including: energy use, a key priority
performance and design options which would achieve
for the overall design, building code and Toronto Green Standard (TGS)
KingSett’s desired criteria.
compliance, specific end-use breakdowns, window-to-wall ratio, HVAC and lighting systems and others. This allowed the design team to assess
The image below demonstrates the modelling output based
large numbers of design options early in the process and maximized the
on the architect’s renderings and initial elevation plans. To
potential for energy and cost savings.
achieve a maximum of LEED energy-based credits, several factors and paths of compliance were immediately determined
The practice of energy modelling upfront helped designers set direction
for items such as wall r-value, window-to-wall ratio ranges,
for the design by having all of the energy output information available
ECM motors and lighting options.
in one meeting, expediting decision making. It allowed the team to
The upfront energy modelling approach also helped to manage risk by
Early energy modeling informed, not only the design of the
reducing potential redesign and other possible project delays. Having all
new build, but also identified capital improvements to the
of the information available, filtered unwanted design options out of the
existing development that, when completed, will allow the
results to facilitate a focus on project priorities.
new building to achieve LEED Gold and TGS Tier 1 targets and will also enhance the comfort and experience for existing office tenants and residents.
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