We’re proud to share that 1 Jarvis has received an Award of Merit in the “Private Building - Mixed Use” category at the 2025 Hamilton Urban Design and Architecture Awards.
Designed for @Emblem Developments, this mid-rise tower demonstrates context-sensitive intensification, balancing a five-storey brick podium with a sculptural glazed tower. With pedestrian-focused streetscapes, a thoughtful unit mix, and sustainable systems, 1 Jarvis exemplifies design that aligns with municipal policy while supporting Hamilton’s growing urban population.
The jury praised the project’s authentic brick podium, the light, set-back upper levels, and the thoughtful massing and material detailing that bring life and human scale to the street. By creating landscaped space at street level without being “on the street,” the project demonstrates how design can balance density, context, and public realm.
This award recognizes how Studio JCI’s careful design can support community, growth, and urban vitality within the Downtown Central Business District.
SKYGRiD, A. J. Clarke & Associates Ltd, adesso design inc., Salas O'Brien, Reinbold Engineering Group, Nemetz (S/A) & Associates Ltd., MTE Consultants
