Unnamed Hariri Pontarini Architects project

Referred to as the "Twisted Sisters" by opponents of the project, the Hariri Pontarini Architects project is a proposed 'twin tower' project in downtown Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Construction has not yet started as they have just been approved by city council. They are two 27-storey towers that will cost approximately $150 million. The buildings, containing a hotel and condo residences, are situated on a slender block, formerly home to the TexPark complex. They were designed by [http://www.hariripontarini.com/ Hariri Pontarini Architects] of Toronto.

The towers are controversial as some citizens believe the towers will partially obstruct the view of the Halifax Harbour from Citadel Hill.

In March 2006, the architect said that despite the fact that the towers will be taller than Citadel Hill, they will not be visible from inside the parade square due to the steep slope of the downtown area and the distance from the historic fort.Fact|date=February 2007 Some also believe the architecture doesn't fit with Halifax's other buildings.

The development is no longer awaiting final approval from the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board. As of September 13, 2007, the development has been given the go ahead by the Utility and Review Board and is slated to begin construction in 2008 with a finish date of 2011. The Heritage group opposed to the towers has not decided if they will fight the decision.(CTV Evening News)

External links

* [http://www.hariripontarini.com/ Harry Pontarini Architects website]