Two-story corner office building at 374 Main Street West with CCBC, CPA, and CBV logos on the facade. The building features white brick and black paneling, large windows, and a street sign in front.

374 Main Street West

Hamilton, Ontario

This commercial renovation reimagines an existing corner building with a bold contemporary identity while maintaining a respectful dialogue with its historic streetscape. Positioned beside a heritage brick building, the project carefully balances old and new: the crisp black façade, clean panel grid, and strong glazing rhythm create a modern architectural presence without overpowering the neighbouring heritage character.

Project details

  • Client: CCBC Accounting
  • GFA: N/A
  • Budget: N/A
  • Architect: Lima Architects Inc.
A modern two-story building with a black and white facade and large windows stands beside a red brick house on a quiet street at 374 Main Street West, under a partly cloudy sky.

The design uses contrast as its strength. Dark metal cladding, white masonry, large windows, and refined signage establish a confident and professional exterior, while the building’s scale, proportions, and street-facing rhythm remain sensitive to the surrounding context. The result is a contemporary workplace that enhances the corner, reinforces the urban edge, and demonstrates how modern design can integrate thoughtfully within an established historic environment.