Rideau Centre Expansion | Completed

[kevinbottawa]

The Ogilvy building is already looking different from the renderings. The cladding is looking modern with the same white pieces being used on the future Shoppers. You can see it along the top and below the third floor windows. As far as I can tell this wasn't in the renderings.

[mac_junkie1]

Everything you see will be covered by the rebuilt panels that will be mounted onto the brackets sticking out. Its going to look exactly the same as the renderings. The white stuff is to block the concrete look that will be present in the "3rd floor" windows. The Rideau Centre sits taller then the original structure. Its going to be mounted as a working "curtain". The 1st and 2nd floors you'll be able to look out, but the 3rd floor will be decorative. The white on the top is in the renders if you look closely. The facade at its full height will sit just under what will be Rideau Centre's 4th floor so they put that cap up there. Once the facade is up, it will stick out just enough that you wont really notice it because of the big black cornice that will be put back. Don't worry

I'm so glad to see it looking so close to its original shape again. I've been documenting this with such detail. It'll look stunning when its finished in a few months. ALMOST THERE

Originally Posted by kevinbottawa

The Ogilvy building is already looking different from the renderings. The cladding is looking modern with the same white pieces being used on the future Shoppers. You can see it along the top and below the third floor windows. As far as I can tell this wasn't in the renderings.

[Kitchissippi]

Originally Posted by mac_junkie1

I'm so glad to see it looking so close to its original shape again. I've been documenting this with such detail. It'll look stunning when its finished in a few months. ALMOST THERE

I'm glad you're giddy about it, but the concept of a reproduction facade offset as decoration for the real building sounds like a Potemkin scheme that makes a mockery of heritage preservation. Put all the positive spin you want, but simply put, the white panels are there because the floors of the new building don't line up with the original facade, thus it will show through the old windows.

[rocketphish]

Building a new protective structure under the east walkway:


Photo by me
Mar 14, 2015

[mac_junkie1]

Well, seeing as the original facade to that portion of the building was dumpstered in the mid-40s by the people at Ogilvys, the "recreation" using the rear 1916 bricks to recreate what was originally there seems like a pretty cool concept. At least they aren't substituting brick like they did for Caplan's across the street. Their using everything as original as possible to fix the past. Ogilvys modernized in the 40s for a different appearance. That's something most don't know and assumed that what was pulled down a year and half ago was the original. It wasn't. They should've kept the building as it sat, but it's a dead argument now. I've seen the final 1934 look, now I'll get to see the original vision spring back to life. It's a good compromise for me. I've done my dues paying the building homage with my upcoming book. What else can I do. It's a decent outcome rather then loosing it all "a la daly building" ;-)

Originally Posted by Kitchissippi

I'm glad you're giddy about it, but the concept of a reproduction facade offset as decoration for the real building sounds like a Potemkin scheme that makes a mockery of heritage preservation. Put all the positive spin you want, but simply put, the white panels are there because the floors of the new building don't line up with the original facade, thus it will show through the old windows.

[J.OT13]

Originally Posted by mac_junkie1

Well, seeing as the original facade to that portion of the building was dumpstered in the mid-40s by the people at Ogilvys, the "recreation" using the rear 1916 bricks to recreate what was originally there seems like a pretty cool concept. At least they aren't substituting brick like they did for Caplan's across the street. Their using everything as original as possible to fix the past. Ogilvys modernized in the 40s for a different appearance. That's something most don't know and assumed that what was pulled down a year and half ago was the original. It wasn't. They should've kept the building as it sat, but it's a dead argument now. I've seen the final 1934 look, now I'll get to see the original vision spring back to life. It's a good compromise for me. I've done my dues paying the building homage with my upcoming book. What else can I do. It's a decent outcome rather then loosing it all "a la daly building" ;-)

As fare as Façdism goes, it seems like one of the best concepts I've seen. The one thing that really sticks out as a major fail, the thing that might ruin the whole "honour the past" thing is the floor crossing the third level windows. That is just not right.

Rideau is already a multi-level mess by design. They could have kept that "theme" to make the Ogilvy corner as good as it could be using the Façadism technique.

[rocketphish]

Wow... is this structure, once finished, going to allow them to disassemble the bridge without impacting traffic underneath?


Photo by me
Mar 20, 2015

[EdFromOttawa]

Originally Posted by Kitchissippi

I'm glad you're giddy about it, but the concept of a reproduction facade offset as decoration for the real building sounds like a Potemkin scheme that makes a mockery of heritage preservation. Put all the positive spin you want, but simply put, the white panels are there because the floors of the new building don't line up with the original facade, thus it will show through the old windows.

I love it. Out with the old. That original building there was hideous.

I want more glass, more black matte, more lights. Bring it on I say.

[Harley613]

Originally Posted by rocketphish

Wow... is this structure, once finished, going to allow them to disassemble the bridge without impacting traffic underneath?

That's the bridge they are keeping, is it not? I think this structure is to facilitate the recladding.

[waterloowarrior]

http://www.entuitive.com/project/rideau-centre-expansion-pedestrian-bridge/

A retrofit of two existing pedestrian bridges was required as part of the Rideau Centre’s major revitalization and expansion in downtown Ottawa. The Rideau Centre, Ottawa’s largest shopping centre, is undergoing an extensive expansion and renovation adding 230,000 ft2 over four levels, a 35,000 ft2 dining hall and a complete interior renovation of the existing Centre with a fresh, modern and contemporary look featuring premium finishes and modern amenities.

Two existing pedestrian bridges across Rideau Street connecting the Rideau Centre to The Hudson Bay store were retrofitted as part of the revitalization project. Redesign of the bridge profiles and recladding required demolition of the existing roof framing and the structure supporting the roof and extension of the existing floor structure. A portion of one of the bridges will be used as retail space.

Challenge: Rideau Street and the pedestrian sidewalks underneath the bridges need to remain opening during construction work.

Solution: Entuitive designed the roof framing so that the supporting elements aligned with the existing floor framing elements thus minimizing the amount of work required in the right of ways at ground level underneath the bridges and allowing them to remain open during construction.

[rocketphish]

Originally Posted by Harley613

That's the bridge they are keeping, is it not? I think this structure is to facilitate the recladding.

Yes, that was my guess too... disassemble the existing skin and rebuild it.

The south end is now supported by a separate steel structure... I wonder if the existing concrete pillars need reworking?

[mykl]

Originally Posted by rocketphish

Yes, that was my guess too... disassemble the existing skin and rebuild it.

The south end is now supported by a separate steel structure... I wonder if the existing concrete pillars need reworking?

The steel structure for the south end has something to do with stability during the LRT digging, not the walkway reconstruction.

[loga0082]

Originally Posted by rocketphish

Nordstrom boss 'overwhelmed' by reception at Ottawa opening

Paula McCooey, Ottawa Citizen
Published on: March 6, 2015, Last Updated: March 6, 2015 12:42 PM EST



After months of anticipation and celebrations, thousands of eager shoppers turned out for the opening day of Canada’s second Nordstrom location at the Rideau Centre Friday morning.

Hundreds lined up hours before the pre-opening beauty bash that started at 7:30 a.m. Elegant beauty stations were set up in the middle of the party on the mall’s first floor where stylists pampered the crowd with consultations









and makeovers using luxury fragrance and cosmetic brands like La Mer, Chanel, Diptyque and Tom Ford.

The energy was palpable with DJ’s pumping out music while dozens of well-manicured Nordstrom employees fawned over guests — whether it was handing out free totes and samples or serving complimentary coffee, juice and croissants, customers were happy with the effort put into the glitzy launch.



“This is great,” said shopper Ugesh, who poured a cup of coffee at the long breakfast table. “I feel like they really value their customers.”

Claire, another visitor, kicked off her birthday celebrations with a complimentary makeover at the party. “I had to come down, I love the energy here.”



The opening went off without a hitch, save for a last-minute sound glitch 20 minutes before the official opening at 9:30 a.m. Nordstrom spokesman John Bailey was sent scrambling for technical fix.

The hiccup was smoothed over by the time the employees lined the aisles to welcome the customers as they counted down to the launch — a store tradition — to welcome and applaud the first customers through the doors to the 157,000 square foot department store.

Erik Nordstrom, president of the Seattle-based company’s of Nordstrom Direct division scanned the customers thronged around him moments after the doors opened. He called the turnout “overwhelming.”

“I’ve open a lot of stores and I don’t remember an opening like this.”

Nordstrom, a leading fashion specialty retailers based in the United States, marked the grand opening with a glitzy charity gala on Wednesday. The sold-out event raised $180,000 for the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation and United Way Ottawa.

Attendees were treated to hors d’oeuvres, desserts, cocktails and live entertainment, in addition to being among the first to shop the new 157,000-square-foot store that include a mix of apparel, shoes and accessories for women, men and children.

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Silvia Logan
March 24, 2015

I am going to walk to the Rideau Centre tomorrow and look into the Nordstrom store. I might want to buy a new undervest, stockings, and something else. Is Nordstrom a good store? Do they make good quality clothes?
loga0082

[Aylmer]

Well whatever they're selling, it must be made out of unicorn dust and diamonds for the price they charge. I was walking through with a friend the other day and just to illustrate a point, I picked up the nearest shirt (a yellow jacket - very nice) and I even surprised myself to see that it cost $1500! Even a normal pair of beige pants goes for over $250.

But the store was full, so someone's buying this stuff. I'll stick to thrift shops

[Harley613]

Originally Posted by loga0082

Silvia Logan
March 24, 2015

I am going to walk to the Rideau Centre tomorrow and look into the Nordstrom store. I might want to buy a new undervest, stockings, and something else. Is Nordstrom a good store? Do they make good quality clothes?
loga0082

They carry mid to high end brands. The quality is usually of very good...if you're willing to pay for it.

[loga0082]

Originally Posted by Harley613

They carry mid to high end brands. The quality is usually of very good...if you're willing to pay for it.

I went to Nordstrom this morning and it looks very nicely renovated. The interior looks lovely. I went to buy myself a beige summer vest which looks very nice and fitted me perfectly. I bought some white, pink, and gray stockings and nice lilac bunny socks. I paid a total of 70 something dollars. I hope that my lingerie last a long time. I even ordered a hot chocolate from the bar which cost only $3.05. Maybe late I might try out the restaurant from upstairs.

Loga0082

[rocketphish]

Silvia, I often wonder if you're conducting some sort of social experiment in information over-sharing on this forum. I'm curious to see the results if you are!

[Luker]

Originally Posted by rocketphish

Silvia, I often wonder if you're conducting some sort of social experiment in information over-sharing on this forum. I'm curious to see the results if you are!

Yea, I'm never to sure what the deal is with this one...

[movebyleap]

Originally Posted by rocketphish

Silvia, I often wonder if you're conducting some sort of social experiment in information over-sharing on this forum. I'm curious to see the results if you are!

Lol. I often wonder if Sylvia is for real. Oh well, real or not, definitely highly entertaining!

[Aylmer]

It's quirky - I like it!