The Post, Vancouver

The redevelopment of Vancouver's original Canada Post Office building, known as "The Post," posed a unique challenge: transform a historic structure into a modern, mixed-use complex while preserving its heritage and minimizing environmental impact. The 1.5M sq ft project needed to incorporate two office towers, four stories of retail, and two levels of underground parking, all while achieving LEED Gold (CS) certification. The retention of the building's heritage façade was critical to honoring the city's history and avoiding 25,000 tonnes of carbon emissions from demolition and reconstruction.

Introba provided comprehensive mechanical, sustainability, and fire protection consulting services, as well as mechanical and electrical consulting engineering during the early Letter of Engagement stage. Our solutions were tailored to meet the project's ambitious sustainability goals, including designing an efficient building envelope and integrating advanced green technologies like heat recovery chillers. These innovations demonstrate the project's commitment to sustainability while ensuring operational efficiency and occupant comfort.

Our unique approach lies in seamlessly blending heritage preservation with cutting-edge sustainable design. By retaining the building's historic façade, we helped anchor the project in Vancouver's rich cultural narrative while achieving significant carbon savings. Additionally, our multidisciplinary expertise and proactive collaboration during the early planning stages ensured that the project met its functional, environmental, and aesthetic goals. With Amazon poised to occupy one of the office towers, "The Post" is not only a landmark for Vancouver's skyline but also a beacon of the city's dedication to a greener, more sustainable future.

Photo Credit: Rico Marques