Luxe 23 Project Profile

Project Goal

CityScapes worked in collaboration with Sullivan Bruck architects to create a one-of-a-kind custom marquee. This vintage-inspired marquee welcomes residents to Luxe 23, a luxury apartment complex located in the Short North Arts District near Downtown Columbus. We worked to create beautiful yet cost-effective solutions for the client’s needs while coordinating with the general contractors responsible for install.

INSPIRATION

Product Specs:

Canopies
- Standing Seam
- Textured Black powder coat
- (17) – 10’ – 3” (w)
- (2) – 15’-2” (w)
- (1) – 18’ – 8”(w)
Custom Marquee
- Extruded Aluminum & Frosted Tempered Glass
- Size: 19’-8.5”(w) x 6’-3.5”(D) x 4’ ‘ .875” (H)
- Textured Black powder coat
- Illumination: Edison Style LEDs
- Channel Letter Signage attached directly to marquee that are internally illuminated
ToughGate
- Utility Gate
- Style: 1x4 Vertical Slat Wall with ½” air gap
- Size: 9’-9”(h) x 9’(w)
- Textured Black powder coat

Vision Brought to Life

Our top priority for this was to bring the architect’s unique vision to life. The canopy's design was rooted in the essence of classic marquee aesthetics, invoking a sense of nostalgia and sophistication. We began with collaborative efforts between our engineering team and the Sullivan Bruck architects. A solution was agreed upon which both captured the architect’s vision remaining cost effective. The marquee's defining feature is the use of frosted glass combined with the soft glow of long-lasting LED Edison bulbs, creating an ambiance that harks back to a bygone era.

Seamless Installation: A Marriage of Form and Function

One of the considerations for this project was installation. As the project is located along the busy high street, we needed to be able to install the canopy quickly so the road closure would not be disruptive. We worked with the GC to install structural supports connected to the building’s structure. A crane was used to slide the canopy onto the supports and then fastened.

Street appeal from all angles

Complementing the marquee, our mission extended to enhancing the visual appeal from all angles of the building. We created standing seam canopies to accent the windows around the building. They are powder-coated in Textured Black as well to match the main entrance marquee. The canopies are designed to offer a classic and tasteful touch that seamlessly compliments the building's main entrance canopy.

A Secure and Stylish Gateway

In the back of the building, a ToughGate in Slatwall design was strategically installed to conceal a service area. The gate features 4” aluminum slats powder coated Textured Black to match the building’s canopies. The gate is lockable for added security. This innovative feature has been seamlessly integrated into the building's brick facade, eliminating the need for additional gate posts.

A Timeless Legacy

The Luxe 23 Multifamily Residential project stands as a testament to CityScapes' commitment to bringing architectural dreams to life. The custom marquee and canopies serve as welcoming symbols for residents and visitors and imbue Luxe 23 with a touch of timeless elegance. The project's success hinges on the fusion of creative vision, engineering prowess, and a keen eye for seamless integration. Luxe 23 now graces the Short North Arts District, showcasing a combination of functionality and aesthetics. CityScapes takes pride in having been a part of this journey, where architecture met artistry to elevate the spirit of Luxe 23.