Residential 26-storey concrete tower and ground level concrete part of a twin tower development with the 35 storey Callisto.

JRS Engineering provided specialized consulting services for this uniquely complex, spherical application of curtain wall and window wall systems.

Particular challenges included interfacing between the curtain wall and the window-wall as well as at the adjacent cast-in place concrete at the curved “roof” portions, as well management of water ingress-drainage at upper, tilt-in part of the curtain wall system. JRS undertook full design and shop-drawing reviews and provided field review services for the entire building envelope as well as on-site performance testing of glazing systems and flood-testing of ground-level and roof waterproofing.

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Over 900 residential units in four separate high-rise towers constructed over a large urban Costco store development with extensive landscaping and parking facilities.

JRS is working closely with the Architect and Developer throughout the design process to develop the building envelope systems, evaluate various options and alternates, and help deliver a high performance, cost effective building envelope.

As a result of our proven track record, JRS will be providing specialized building envelope engineering full-time field review services for this large residential project.

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35-storey concrete high-rise residential tower and ground level concrete townhouses. Part of a twin tower development with the 26 storey Carina.

JRS Engineering provided specialized consulting services for this uniquely complex, spherical application of curtain wall and window wall systems. Particular challenges included interfacing between the curtain wall and the window-wall as well as at the adjacent cast-in-place concrete at the curved “roof” portions, as well management of water ingress-drainage at upper, tilt-in part of the curtain wall system. JRS undertook full design and shop-drawing reviews and provided field review services for the entire building envelope as well as on-site performance testing of glazing systems and flood-testing of ground-level and roof waterproofing.

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Residential 39-storey reinforced concrete high-rise tower and three storey concrete townhouses located within the prestigious Concord Place Lands development bordering the False Creek Marina.

JRS worked closely with the Architect and Developer throughout the design process to develop the building envelope systems. JRS provided specialized building envelope engineering design and full-time field review services for this high-end residential complex. Extensive mock-ups and on-site performance testing of window-wall assemblies was also an integral part of our services. As part of our contract JRS will be developing a maintenance manual and undertaking a maintenance review five years after completion.

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Residential high-rise condominium tower consisting of 14-storey reinforced concrete structure built on top of an existing above-ground parkade.

JRS was brought in to this project well after design had been completed and construction started. JRS was able to fast-track all services to provide the client with information to meet the project schedule. JRS reviewed the architectural design documents and shop-drawings and resolved all outstanding issues in-pace with construction. Field services were provided for review of all building envelope assemblies and components. JRS developed a comprehensive building envelope maintenance manual including long-range renewals plan and reserve-fund study.

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4-storey wood-framed building over a 2-level underground parkade and four, 3-storey townhouse clusters.

JRS undertook architectural design, specification and shop-drawing reviews and provided field reviews of the building envelope components. JRS also developed a maintenance manual and renewals plan for the building envelope components. The manual included detailed descriptions of the building envelope and the required maintenance along with budget cost analysis for future replacement of the building envelope components.

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4-storey wood-framed building over a single level underground parkade.

JRS undertook architectural design, specification and shop-drawing reviews and provided field reviews of the building envelope components. JRS also developed a maintenance manual and renewals plan for the building envelope components. The manual included detailed descriptions of the building envelope and the required maintenance along with budget cost analysis for future replacement of the building envelope components.

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Three-storey wood framed structure over a single level below grade concrete parkade.

JRS worked with the Architect to develop the building envelope details and specifications. Various options were discussed with respect to membrane types and application procedures.

JRS also provided on-site field review and shop drawing reviews of the specific building envelope components during and upon completion of construction.

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This large development featured two residential towers, 14 and 16 storeys with concrete town homes, a sizeable community centre, and two large retail stores on Esplanade Ave.

JRS reviewed the architectural design documents and later, all glazing system shop-drawings.

Field services were provided for review of all building envelope assemblies and components and included provision of building envelope details in order to resolve outstanding issues and provide direction in-pace with the construction.

JRS developed a comprehensive building envelope maintenance manual for the residential components, providing the owners with information about their building envelope assemblies and direction on how to maintain their building.

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9-storey concrete building containing commercial use on the ground floor and eight floors of Artist Live/Work Studios, all over a 2 1/2 level underground parkade.

JRS participated in extensive project meetings during the design development phase of the project, meeting with all members of the project team.

JRS helped develop performance criteria for various envelope assemblies and undertook architectural design, specification reviews and is undertaking reviews of shop-drawing.

JRS assisted in evaluating tenders and is providing field reviews and testing of the building envelope components.

JRS will be providing a detailed maintenance manual for all buildings detailing the building envelope components and their required maintenance.

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22 storey residential tower with concrete townhomes.

JRS helped develop performance criteria for various envelope assemblies and undertook architectural design and specification reviews.

Additionally, JRS participated in project meetings with the contractor, reviewing proposed alternates and evaluating various assembly performance criteria.

JRS provided field services for the construction of the building envelope, including reviews of shop-drawings. mock-up reviews and on-site performance testing of the building envelope.

JRS will be providing a detailed maintenance manual for all buildings detailing the building envelope components and their required maintenance.

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A large residential development consisting of four separate concrete frame buildings with steel stud walls, ranging in height from six to nine storeys, over a large parking slab with extensive landscape features.

JRS worked closely with the Architect and Contractor throughout the design process to develop the building envelope systems prior to work on the construction documents.

After the documents were complete, JRS undertook a detailed review providing suggestions for improvements where applicable.

During construction, JRS is providing regular field reviews of the building envelope components, and undertaking performance testing of window and wall assemblies.

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Five residential reinforced concrete high-rise towers consisting of two 14-storey buildings, two 23-storey buildings and one 29 storey building located in Area 6A within Concord Place Lands development, bordering the False Creek Marina.

JRS will be providing specialized building envelope engineering full-time field review services for this large residential project.

Mock-up review and on-site performance testing of the building envelope will be an integral part of our review.

JRS will be providing individual maintenance manuals for all five buildings as well as undertake a maintenance review five years after completion.

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One 29-storey and one 36-storey high-rise tower with a seven storey mid-rise amenities, residential and retail building featuring green roof areas which are to be constructed as an extensive rooftop park.

JRS is participating in project meetings during the design development phase of the project, with members of the project team, and is developing and reviewing performance criteria for various envelope assemblies and undertaking design reviews and reviews of shop-drawings.

Mock-up review and on-site performance testing of the building envelope will be an integral part of our field services for this project.

JRS will be providing a detailed maintenance manual for all buildings detailing the building envelope components and their required maintenance.

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This seventeen-storey tower with podium-level amenity and retail component is being constructed as a seniors assisted living facility.

JRS developed performance criteria and reviewed various systems with the owner and architect prior to undertaking design reviews.

Additionally, JRS is participating in project meetings with the contractor, reviewing proposed alternates and evaluating various assembly performance criteria.

JRS is providing field services for the construction of the building envelope, including reviews of shop-drawings. mock-up reviews and on-site performance testing of the building envelope.

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