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Queen Street East, Brampton

1685–1701 Queen Street East, Brampton

Testing the feasibility of twin high-rise towers over active ground-floor uses

 

Project Overview

GEM Enterprise examined high-rise feasibility for a 1.837-acre site with a client brief indicating approximately 492,121 ft² buildable area (density ≈ 6.15), twin towers around 80 m and 89 m, about 462 residential units, 1.3 spaces/unit parking, and ~11,140 ft² commercial at grade. We focused on structural and construction practicality at this scale, podium transfer options, and parking solutions to inform massing and financial testing.

 

Client:

S.K.A.B. Metal Group Corporation

Sector:

Mixed-use (residential towers + commercial)

Location:

Brampton, Ontario, Canada

Completion Date:

2018–2019 (feasibility)

Our Role:

Pre-acquisition feasibility & advisory; due diligence report

Key Metrics

  • Site area: 1.837 acres
  • Buildable (brief): ≈ 492,121 ft² (density ≈ 6.15)
  • Towers (brief): ~80 m and ~89 m
  • Units (brief): ~462 residential
  • Parking (brief): 1.3 spaces/unit
  • Commercial (brief): ~11,140 ft² at grade

 

Project Challenges

  • Core sizing, lift strategy and egress within target floorplates.
  • Podium-level transfers and mixed-use sequencing.
  • Delivering the parking ratio in a constrained basement.

 

 

 

Our Solutions

  • Concept structural systems (RC flat slab vs post-tension vs steel-composite) benchmarked for spans/vibration.
  • Preliminary lateral sizing matched to the target heights.
  • Podium transfer and column-grid strategies; loading dock/refuse arrangements.
  • Survey roadmap covering geotechnical, utilities, wind and traffic/parking.

 

 

Outcomes

  • Buildability review supporting massing and pro-forma testing at ~6.15 density.
  • Defined pathways for podium/transfer design and basement parking feasibility.

 

Services Provided

Feasibility study · Structural concepting · Lateral/stability prelims · Podium/transfer options · Parking & servicing strategy · Risk register

 

 

Why Choose GEM Enterprise?

Expertise in Complex Structural Challenges

  • Advanced Engineering Solutions: Skilled in addressing intricate structural issues through innovative engineering practices.
  • Innovative Approaches: Utilises cutting-edge technology and methodologies.

 

Customised Solutions

  • Tailored Designs: Solutions crafted to meet the specific needs of each project and client.
  • Client Collaboration: Works closely with clients to understand their requirements and achieve desired outcomes.

 

Commitment to Quality

  • Stringent Quality Control: Maintains high standards throughout project execution, from design to commissioning.
  • Safety Focused: Prioritises safety in all aspects of design and implementation, adhering to the highest industry standards.

 

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