The Butterfly | 178.6m | 57Fl | Completed

[Zepfancouver]

Nothing new, just good lighting today for some photography.
Finished breezeway still up to the 37th floor, noticed that once a tree is potted, the breezeway is lit up.
We'll see how these deciduous trees look in a couple of months.



Yes, I was trying to catch a rainbow this afternoon, it's there, but very faint. \/



With no mist or rain (clean visibility) the breezeway lights are very noticeable.

[vanman]

^And here I was just thinking the breezeway trees were probably not happening after all.
Thanks for the update Zep!

[whatnext]

Originally Posted by Zepfancouver

Nothing new, just good lighting today for some photography.
Finished breezeway still up to the 37th floor, noticed that once a tree is potted, the breezeway is lit up.
We'll see how these deciduous trees look in a couple of months.

Not a lot of lights on in those units....

[Klazu]

Aren't lower floors supposed to be occupied already? Is the tower really this dark each evening?

[Zepfancouver]

Originally Posted by Klazu

Aren't lower floors supposed to be occupied already? Is the tower really this dark each evening?

I'm also questioning that.

The 2 top lit up floors, where just opened (breezeway lights turned on last week). The lower floors very quiet, you see the odd lights on but that's probably realtor not turning off the lights after showing.

The north face, no idea, maybe more are being sold on the north side.

[jollyburger]

Originally Posted by Klazu

Aren't lower floors supposed to be occupied already? Is the tower really this dark each evening?

They just got occupancy for the first phase three months ago. Not sure how quickly that translates into people moving in.

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/rever...442158592-Zd8f

Nov 29, 2024
Phase 1 / Partial Occupancy

Included:
Levels 1 to 8 of social housing at 1045 Nelson Street.
Levels 1 to 3
Level 6 to 9, level 14 to 19 and elevators EL-PE-09.
Levels 1 and 2 of the Church and lower level (P1)
Level LP1 Mezzanine to LP8.

Excluded:
Level 4 (daycare) & Level 5 (pool, fitness, changeroom and residential units 501 & 502) and lobby convenience stair of the podium at 1011 Nelson Street.
Level 10 to 13 and level 20 to 58. elevators EL-PE-07, EL-PE-08, EL-PE-10 and at 1033 Nelson
Commercial Kitchen and service elevator C-EL02 at 969 Burrard Street.

https://plposweb.vancouver.ca/Public...ctId=247221852

Phase 2 (Jan 29, 2025)

Included:
Galleria Stair (1011 Nelson St)
Elevator D ( EL-PE-10) at 1033 Nelson St
Level 10 - 13 at 1033 Nelson St
Level 20 - 29 at 1033 Nelson St

https://plposweb.vancouver.ca/Public...ctId=248508494

Phase 3 (March 12, 2025)

Church Lower Level Kitchen
Service Elevator (969 Burrard)
Level 5 (1033 Nelson)
Levels 30-35 (1033 Nelson)

https://plposweb.vancouver.ca/Public...ctId=256528247

[chrisel]

https://www.dezeen.com/2025/03/25/bu...couver-revery/

" .. Inspired by the ephemeral nature of clouds, the Butterfly's distinctive form establishes a bold new landmark for Vancouver, gracefully announcing the highpoint of the city's downtown peninsula and the gateway into its vibrant West End neighbourhood," said Revery Architecture.

The tower's unique sculpted façade is achieved with an innovative assembly of insulated pre-fabricated panels, high-performance glazing, and wide-spanning balconies that together provide exceptional thermal resistance, superior acoustical performance, and enhanced occupant comfort.

At the base of the tower, tall chamfered glass walls were informed by the structure of the pipe organ of the adjacent First Baptist church.

The church connects directly to the lobby through a floor-to-ceiling glass structure on the ground level called the Galleria, which holds an event space for concerts.

.. On each level of the 57-story building, open-air breezeways connect the apartments to the sheltered central elevator core. Each has a sculptural plant holder that contains a tree that will grow in time to create a green effect on the facade.

The rooftop was designed to hold skygardens with large glass walls built into the crown of the building.

The Butterfly's suites have interiors also designed by Revery Architecture and feature luxury details such as porcelain flooring."

[Zepfancouver]

Revery integrates church into sculptural Butterfly skyscraper in Vancouver

Originally Posted by chrisel

https://www.dezeen.com/2025/03/25/bu...couver-revery/

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I will have to go to church and pretend to pray so I can have a closer look

This evening, the breezeway is illuminated up to the 38th floor (I miss counted on the last count)

[urbanight93]

beautiful project and addition to the neighbourhood and skyline.

Although the units seem impractical from a user perspective, the public benefits through improvements to the church, new housing and architectural value cannot be denied and I am glad it went ahead as it did.

We would never see projects such as this break ground in the current market.

[jollyburger]

They haven't announced when the church opens. I assume they'll do an open house before the opening

https://www.firstbc.org/hftc-update/

[Zepfancouver]

Originally Posted by Zepfancouver

...2 stagings remaining for the glass near the top.
End of the week? I will post the ceremonial last glass (at this point, a ceremony is not necessary, they just want to get it done )

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https://makeagif.com/i/prjnR6

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It took a little longer than 2 weeks. 7 months later the last glass installed.

Friday April 04, 2025, the last of the glass installed.


https://makeagif.com/i/qMHmP_





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[officedweller]

Wow, I had no clue they were still installing it.

[Architype]

Here's one more photo of this building I took recently.


(my photo Apr 2025)

[jollyburger]

While it's probably functional that top section of glass is just weird.

[Zepfancouver]

Liking those night shots. The pool lighting and colors are nice.

Originally Posted by Coldrsx

^damn! At night that will be absolutely stunning.

[s211]

Originally Posted by jollyburger

They haven't announced when the church opens. I assume they'll do an open house before the opening

https://www.firstbc.org/hftc-update/

I thought I heard chatter of May 4 but I can't recall if that was moving their offices and equipment in or a public service/event.

[jollyburger]

Looks like the church had their first service today

https://www.firstbc.org/event/240204...e-back-at-fbc/

[Zepfancouver]

Breezeway lighting, up to the 40th floor, the 39th floor was lit up yesterday.

This evening - May 06, 2025


https://makeagif.com/i/v-83M6

[Zepfancouver]

41st floor lit up today. I foresee 3 more floors turn over by friday.



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[phesto]

There are now 13 units listed for resale in the building since occupancy started. None have sold yet.

List prices range from $1,515-$2,562/sf.

You can buy a resale unit in this building for considerably cheaper than it pre-sold for in 2017.