Designs for a new 2.5-acre Library Parcel site within Ottawa?s LeBreton Flats neighbourhood have been revealed. The transit-oriented, mixed-income, mixed-use and sustainable community is led by Perkins&Will and KPMB Architects, and supported by Two Row Architect and Purpose Building.
Consisting of two towers, the buildings will form a striking gateway into LeBreton Flats. Image courtesy of Dream
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Other collaborators include PFS Studio (landscape architect), EllisDon (construction manager), and Innovation Seven (Indigenous engagement consultant).

Consisting of two towers ? 31 and 36 storeys ? 41 per cent of the 601 rental units will be affordable. Specifically, the 247 affordable units will be earmarked for five target populations in need: Indigenous communities; women and children; immigrants/newcomers; veterans; and, adults with cognitive disabilities. Of these, 132 will be operated and owned by MultiFaith Housing Initiative.
?Our vision for the Library Parcel exemplifies how we can meaningfully address the country?s affordability crisis, while creating inclusive spaces that push the envelope on sustainability. We?re proud to work alongside like-minded partners, including MultiFaith Housing Initiative, the National Capital Commission and the Canada Mortgage Housing Corporation, to deliver a community that?s deeply rooted in a mission of positive impact,? says Justin Robitaille, VP Development of Dream Asset Management. Building on its expertise in the Na...