The Goodweather

A walkable, compact, intergenerational response to Calgary's missing middle housing challenge.

Location Sunnyside, Calgary

Size 8 Dwellings

Status Under Construction

Introducing the Goodweather

The Goodweather adds density with clarity and care. Located between the Sunnyside CTrain and McHugh Bluff Park, it replaces a single house with two compact buildings that bring colour, rhythm, and generosity to a modest lot. The project introduces eight new rental homes and twelve bedrooms along a well-walked stretch of 9A Street.

Modern multi-story residential building with colorful window frames, murals on the exterior, and a landscaped front yard.

Instead of a single mass, the buildings are split. One faces the street, the other opens toward the park and lane. Together, they frame a central courtyard and subtly shift the pace of the block. Their gabled forms nod to the neighbourhood’s early housing stock, while playful trims, bright canopies, and layered textures give the project a lived-in personality. A mural by local artist daniel j. kirk wraps the rear wall with colour and local character, turning a circulation corridor into a canvas for community.

Front porch of a modern house with a small outdoor seating area, wooden chairs, potted plants, and a mural on the wall. A staircase and greenery are visible in the background.

Housing That Fits

The Goodweather offers missing middle housing in its truest sense: compact, low-rise, and shaped to support everyday life. These are purpose-built rentals designed for flexibility over time. At ground level, four one-bedroom homes offer zero-step entries and layouts suited to seniors or anyone seeking accessible living. Above, four two-bedroom homes provide adaptable space for roommates, small families, or couples. Each dwelling has its own front door and outdoor connection, making space for both independence and quiet neighbourliness.

Step Inside

Triple-aspect light gives each home a sense of openness and ease. These compact interiors feel generous, with thoughtful layouts that support everyday life and offer flexibility over time.

Interior view of a modern kitchen and dining area with labeled material samples including fir plywood, wood laminate, white rock quartz, wood laminate in enamel finish, Monterey vinyl plank, and white matte wall tile.

Colour is used in key places to bring vibrancy to the interiors and tie the homes to the character of the neighbourhood. Alongside the exterior trims and entry details, these touches create a sense of identity that feels both local and lived in.

Windows on three sides bring in natural light and fresh air, making the most of every corner. These are homes designed to feel good— inviting, practical, and full of quiet personality.

Living room with kitchen area, green sofa, wall-mounted TV, abstract artwork, dining table with black vases, and a floor lamp.
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The material palette is warm and durable. Fir plywood adds natural texture to the walls. White quartz countertops, enamel-toned cabinetry, and soft flooring create a comfortable foundation. Custom millwork provides built-in storage and subtle moments of craft throughout.

Ground Floor: One Bedroom Dwelling

Two transparent containers with colored layers of food items inside.

Second Floor: Two Bedroom Dwelling

A digital illustration of a two-story house with a gabled roof, depicted in pastel colors with minimal detail.

Third Floor: Two Bedroom Dwelling

A 3D isometric diagram of a house showing interior flooring and wall color sections, with the top sections highlighted in red and the lower sections in cream.
Living room with a dark green sofa, a wooden dining table with four chairs, a tall lamp, abstract art on the wall, and large windows with sunlight streaming in.

Sustainability + Performance

Modern apartment building with exterior staircase, two trees, bushes, a bicycle parked in front, and outdoor landscaping.

The Goodweather targets energy performance 40 percent better than current code requirements. Continuous exterior insulation, airtight construction, and efficient systems work quietly in the background. Passive strategies like cross-ventilation, generous overhangs, and compact forms do their part towards reducing energy needs.

Stormwater is managed on site and supports low-maintenance native landscaping. There is no on-site parking. Instead, the project embraces its proximity to transit, paths, and neighbourhood amenities, encouraging movement by foot, bike, and train. Each dwelling includes secure bike storage to make active transportation that much easier.

Part of Something Larger

Sunnyside is one of Calgary’s oldest neighbourhoods. It began as a working-class district tied to the railway and sawmill, and today it’s a lively, layered place with historic homes, pocket parks, and everyday destinations just around the corner. The Goodweather builds on this legacy by responding to it with scale, colour, and a sense of generosity.

Just steps from the bluff, the CTrain, and the shops of Kensington, the project adds rental homes that serve a mix of people at different stages of life. It reflects the spirit of Sunnyside through care, economy, and design that pays attention.

“It’s a nice in-between that still has a front door, a piece of amenity space at grade, and windows on both sides of the dwelling, coming together to create a quality livable space.”

- Mark Erickson
Partner + Principal, Studio North

Who Might Live Here?

Sofia, Elias, and Quinta

2-Bedroom Dwelling

Sofia and Elias are a young couple balancing work and life in Sunnyside. Sofia works as a graphic designer for a local branding studio, while Elias is a project coordinator at an urban planning firm downtown. They rent out their spare bedroom to Quinta, Elias’s younger sister, who’s currently attending SAIT’s Architectural Technologies program. The extra rental income helps offset their mortgage while keeping housing affordable for Quinta as she builds her future in design.`

Line drawing of three teenagers carrying a couch, with speech bubbles showing their names and ages: Sofia and Elias, 26 and 27, and Quinta, 19. Quinta is standing on a skateboard wearing a cap.
Isometric illustration of a two-story house showing the interior layout with bedrooms, bathrooms, living room, kitchen, and staircase.

Maeve, Raj, & Casey

1 Bedroom Dwelling

Raj and Maeve are two young professionals who live an active, connected life in Sunnyside. Raj, who is legally blind, works as a policy analyst focusing on accessibility and urban mobility. His guide dog, Max, is a familiar face along the nearby pathways and parks. Maeve is a creative producer at a downtown media studio, often walking or biking to work from home.

Illustration of two young adults and a dog on a walking trail. The woman, standing with a bag, has a speech bubble that says "Maeve, 29." The man is kneeling, holding the dog's leash, with a speech bubble that says "Raj, 27." The dog, a Labrador Retriever, sits between them and looks at the man.
Isometric view of a small residential apartment with bedroom, bathroom, living area, and kitchen, featuring minimal furniture and decor.
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A collage of various building elements including windows, a section of a house with a roof, flowers, and some abstract shapes arranged in an artistic composition.
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Exploded isometric view of a multi-story house showing interior layout of rooms on each floor, with the roof removed to reveal the interior spaces.
Cross-section of a multi-story residential building showing interior rooms and furniture. The drawing includes detailed structural elements, windows, and some outdoor landscaping.
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Floor plan of a duplex house showing multiple rooms including bedrooms, bathrooms, living area, kitchen, outdoor patio, and staircases.
Floor plan of the second floor showing various rooms and furniture arrangements, with color-coded elements and icons indicating different areas and activities.
Floor plan of the third floor showing two identical apartment layouts, each with bedrooms, bathrooms, living areas, and staircases.
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Modern kitchen with white island, wooden cabinets, stove, microwave, and a living area with plants and seating in the background.
Modern kitchen with beige countertops, wooden cabinets, white walls, stainless steel sink, hanging pendant light, microwave, stove, and decorative plant near window.
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A cozy bedroom with a bed, a window letting in natural light, and modern wall art.
Modern bedroom with a beige bed, abstract artwork on the wall, bedside table with books and clock, window with sky view.
A bedroom with beige walls, two narrow windows, a bed with cream-colored bedding, a small wooden stool, and a framed abstract artwork on the wall.
View of a modern bathroom with a white countertop and wooden cabinet, large square window, and hanging pendant lights.
A hallway with beige walls and carpet, featuring a colorful abstract painting of a yellow dog on the left wall, with a wooden bedpost on the floor and doorways leading to other rooms at the end.
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Sketch of two connected houses with pitched roofs, featuring windows and small balconies highlighted in yellow.
Hand-drawn sketch of an outdoor courtyard with a central circular seating area, surrounded by greenery and two staircases leading to the upper levels on either side.
Architectural sketch of two modern townhouses, showing exterior details and entrance staircases.
Sketch of a two-story building with a gable roof, featuring large windows on the upper level, and two prominent signs on the lower level that read "BOOKS" and "AOT".
Sketch of a two-story house with a gabled roof, windows with awnings, and a covered porch, with a rain gutter and tree on the right side.

Design Hayden Pattullo, Damon Hayes Couture, Matthew Kennedy, Mark Erickson, Holly Mills, Brighton Parks, Rushali Patel

Year of Construction 2025-2026

Engineering Hilco Projects Inc. (civil), EMBE (electrical and mechanical engineering, energy modelling), MCW (sprinkler engineering), Bravura Engineering (structural engineering

Presentation Drawing Rebecca Boone, Michael Kay