Alberta Architecture

Corporate Headquarters for Gallery Cinemas (Canada) Inc. and Residence for CEO Mr. C. Van Snellenberg


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Function and Circulation simple zoning into living area, sleeping area, service area, and carport-- includes L-shaped art gallery corridor and steel/oak custom stair to loft
Form and Shape single storey house in U-shape with loft located within cathedral ceiling of living area
Focus Capturing of natural light, full views of tall trees outside, new interior spaciousness, fireplace as focus of living area, media room separate but central, private and eccentric ensuite bathroom.
Indoor/Outdoor Easy access to outside, new exterior brick terrace is same colour as livin g area floor and at same level

Finishes:
Interior Floors: carpet, quarry tile, rubber
Walls: variety of off-white wallpaper, white painted gypsum board, painted trim
Ceilings: white painted gypsum board
Cabinets and handrails: plantation teak, various grades fir, walnut
Exterior Walls: painted rough cedar, clear smooth cedar
Trim: painted rou 8h cedar
Roof: cedar shakes (All as per original building)
Umbrella: painted steel and glass
Terraces and Sidewalks: red brick
Entry wall: ceramic tile
Enlry floor: precast concrete pavers

Contractor: CAC Construction, Vancouver
(for names of subtrades see contractor, Mr. Chris Abbott)
Lighting: All halogen (for supplier see owner)
Furniture: Living Space and Inform Interiors, Vancouver
Electronics: Security, audio visual, smart house, computer systems -- (see owner)


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Gerald Forseth Architect

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