Malahat SkyWalk Introduces Glass Cube

The Malahat SkyWalk on Vancouver Island is launching a new feature to its spiral tower observation deck that will be the first of its kind in the world.

The Overhang, the first enclosed glass cube in the world to be attached to the top of a spiral tower, and the only one of its kind in Canada, is opening on Victoria Day Long Weekend (May 16-18).

Malahat SkyWalk Introduces Glass Cube

Suspended 250 metres (820ft) above sea level, the Skywalk’s newest innovation will extend 2.13 metres (7ft) beyond the summit edge of the architecturally stunning 10-storey Spiral Tower.

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The Overhang will be custom-built with the highest standards of both strength and safety. Measuring 2.13 metres (7ft) all around, it will be constructed with a steel support frame and five panels of structural glass. The sides and ceiling will be 36 mm (1.42in) thick, with a base of 60 mm (2.36in). Each panel will be made up of multiple layers (three on the walls and five on the floor) of glass that have been bound together.

This new experience has been developed by Aspect, a leading structural engineering firm, based in BC and responsible for the unique corkscrew design of the SkyWalk’s Spiral Tower. The Overhang has been designed to be fully accessible so that all visitors can enjoy this unique adventure experience together.

Situated on the traditional territory of the Malahat Nation, the SkyWalk has welcomed nearly one million guests from across the globe since opening in 2021. The attraction has also been recognized with multiple innovation and tourism awards for its unique design and experience.

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