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Feb 23, 2023

Stewart McKelvey’s Resilient Oceanside Terrace

White Foro stools are lined up next to the bar on the rooftop terrace of Stewart McKelveyWhite Foro stools are lined up next to the bar on the rooftop terrace of Stewart McKelvey
White Foro tables and chairs are on either side of the bar while a woman walks in the foreground of a rooftop terraceWhite Foro tables and chairs are on either side of the bar while a woman walks in the foreground of a rooftop terrace
Two women chat while sitting on white Foro Bar height stools at a table in front of a large planter boxTwo women chat while sitting on white Foro Bar height stools at a table in front of a large planter box
Foro Collection tables and seating on rooftop patioForo Collection tables and seating on rooftop patio
ALUM lounge chairs and table on rooftop patioALUM lounge chairs and table on rooftop patio
White Foro tables and chairs on the rooftop terrace of Stewart McKelvey. Office buildings are in the background.White Foro tables and chairs on the rooftop terrace of Stewart McKelvey. Office buildings are in the background.
Evening view of white Foro tables and chairs overlooking the ocean from the Stewart McKelvey rooftop terraceEvening view of white Foro tables and chairs overlooking the ocean from the Stewart McKelvey rooftop terrace
Two employees look out on the harbor from Foro stools on the Stewart McKelvey rooftop terraceTwo employees look out on the harbor from Foro stools on the Stewart McKelvey rooftop terrace
Night shot of Foro tables and chairs on roof top patioNight shot of Foro tables and chairs on roof top patio
An employee looks out toward a bridge from the Stewart McKelvey rooftop terraceAn employee looks out toward a bridge from the Stewart McKelvey rooftop terrace

Queen’s Marque: A Distinctly Atlantic Canadian Development

At the edge of Halifax Harbour, Queen’s Marque stands as a distinctive mixed-use development celebrating Atlantic Canada’s rich heritage. Spearheaded by Armour Group Ltd. and Develop Nova Scotia, this progressive site merges sustainability and modern design. Its innovative District Energy Plant utilizes the sea for heating and cooling, cutting energy costs and reducing the carbon footprint by 50%—a first for Atlantic Canada.

Among Queen’s Marque’s standout spaces is the rooftop terrace of Stewart McKelvey, designed by Fathom Studio. This eco-conscious law firm occupies four floors of the commercial building and envisioned the terrace as a dual-purpose oasis: a serene space for employees by day and a sophisticated venue for client events in the evenings. Maglin’s Foro and ALUM Collections were chosen to outfit the terrace, offering flexible, social seating that aligns with the clean, modern aesthetic of the space.

Durability was paramount in selecting outdoor furniture for the often-windy oceanside environment. The crisp, matte white powder-coated tables, chairs, and stools not only withstand the elements but also reduce overheating under the summer sun. Their sleek design integrates seamlessly with the natural materials and stunning ocean views, creating a functional and stylish outdoor retreat.

“The design needed to have a simple, clean aesthetic, be comfortable, and be heavy enough to withstand the winds… After a few years, the product still looks new,” said Doug Boudreau, Stewart McKelvey’s Director of Administration. The resulting terrace provides a crisply designed, innovative space for the employees and clients of Stewart McKelvey to gather at the intersection of work and leisure.

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Products featured in this project

Foro Round and Square Tables

Foro Round and Square Tables
Foro Chair and Bar Height Stool

Foro Chair and Bar Height Stool
ALUM Café and Lounge Tables

ALUM Café and Lounge Tables
ALUM Café and Lounge Chairs

ALUM Café and Lounge Chairs