Replacing two shuttered retail properties that have fallen into disrepair in Winnipeg’s West Broadway neighbourhood, this mixed use building in collaboration with Almaleki Developments will add retail and commercial functions on the ground floor with three storeys of rental apartment units above. The intensification of the combined underutilized sites will support the continued development of Sherbrook Street, adding to those both living and working in the neighbourhood. Continuing the established character of Sherbrook, the 5,600 square feet of ground floor commercial / retail space mixed with residential entrances facing both Sherbrook and Broadway contribute to an active street edge. A mix of one and two bedroom apartments totalling 24 units offer choice to a diverse set of potential tenants with compact, efficient layouts and balconies providing views of the surrounding neighbourhood.
The owners and developer came to us prepared with the parameters that would make the project feasible, and we took the time to develop with them multiple scenarios for the development of the two sites. Early discussions with city planners allowed us to consider reduced vehicle parking provisions and accommodate a required public right-of-way widening along the back lane in feasibility studies. Phased development with multiple buildings, as well as site consolidation with full site development was explored resulting in the direction forward that will be presented to stakeholders. The project is currently in the design development stage.
“701 continuously delivers incredible value and service to clients. I appreciate their willingness to listen to client’s needs and never back away from a challenge. They are a solutions oriented firm that thinks outside the box to deliver what others may think unimaginable. I am consistently impressed by their technical knowledge and creativity. They immerse themselves in every neighbourhood ensuring they’re designing with community in mind and leverage their relationships with stakeholders, suppliers, and subcontractors to bring the best people to the table, saving clients time and money.”
Mohammad Almaleki, President – Almaleki Developments