THE OASIS

A next-generation industrial and office space, located in the heart of Vancouver’s growing bio-tech district.

The Oasis Building at 2036 Columbia is a next-generation employment center offering state-of-the-art technology, wellness and amenities in a near Zero Emissions, low-carbon structure inspired by nature. With proximity to the Canada Line Olympic Village Station, this industrial/office development offers an indoor-outdoor workspace with generous landscape patios on each floor, emphasis on natural ventilation and a post-COVID focus on wellness.

It facade expression references the neighborhood’s industrial past, but also points to a bold new future integrated into nature. The project’s podium and tower configuration closely follows the Broadway Plan’s built-form guidelines.
The proposal program is expressed in a tripartite massing with industrial and commercial spaces to activate the Columbia Street frontage and a south pocket plaza adjacent to the recently restored heritage house at the corner of 5th and Columbia. A green wall and a small plaza serve as a soft transition to the historic home to the south. Metal façade screens facilitate vines and climbing plants to fully integrate into the architecture.

Smart Amenities

The project tailors its building features and amenities to optimize occupant wellness and to meet long-term sustainability goals:

• Sustainable construction to be built near net zero emissions

• Shared outdoor rooftop & podium gardens with panoramic views

• Anti-bacterial fixtures and fresh-air workspaces

• Indoor gym & fitness facilities

• Shared collaboration spaces, boardrooms & focus zones

• Bike lockers and end-of-trip bike facilities