Architecture :

• Combination of new and rebuilt construction.
• Original structural wood elements are entirely reinforced or replaced.
• Supporting foundations are all new.
• Roof structure is all new.
• All interior, electrical, plumbing, ventilation, exterior finishes and windows are new.
• Spirit of original facade is maintained to integrate with neighborhood historical context.
• Expanded shell of the building is entirely modern.

 

Building Elements

Windows and doors

• Large modern floor to ceiling aluminum windows and doors (Alumilex).
• Lift and Slide patio doors.
• Tilt and Turn windows for superior ventilation, security and ease of cleaning.

Insulation and Air Tightness

• Insulation and air tightness well above current building code Soundproofing
• Soundproofing well above current building code
• All floors between units have 1-1/2” of cement topping + sound deadening membrane
• Heating is in-floor with thermostats in each living area, bedroom and bathroom.
• Cooling provided by multi-zone heat pumps.
• Heat recovery ventilators provide fresh air to each bedroom.

Plumbing

• Domestic hot water tanks in basement storage area with re-circulation loops to apartments

Communications and Security

• Fiber, Cat 6 and Coaxial cable to media center.
• Video intercom system to lobby entrance compatible with smart phones
• Each unit pre-wired for central alarm panel, door sensors and motion sensors.

Storage

• Secure individual basement areas.
• Bicycle storage area provided with the garage.
• Garbage and recycling area within the garage.

 

Interiors

General Characteristics

• Solid white oak main entrance doors
• Solid-core oak veneer apartment entrance doors
• Solid-core painted interior doors
• Engineered oak floors with oiled finish
• Natural stone entrance flooring
• Natural stone common stairs
• All walls and ceiling are finished with two coats of latex paint.

Kitchen

• Kitchen counters with quartz or equivalent
• Stoves are cabinet mounted and cook-tops integrated into counter surfaces.
• Refrigerators are double-door and counter depth with finish panels to match cabinetry.
• Dishwashers have finish panels to match cabinetry.
• Ventilation hoods are hidden and integrated in upper cabinets.
• Stainless steel under-mount sink

Bathrooms

• Curbless showers with glass panels
• Wall mounted bathroom vanities with quartz tops and under-mount sinks

Lightning

• Recessed led fixtures in entrance and bathrooms
• Ceiling mounted spots in kitchen area and corridors
• Concealed led lighting for kitchen counters
• Hanging led fixture over kitchen islands
• Junction boxes ready to receive owners fixtures in dining area