1120 Burdett Ave

A contemporary take on the mid-century courtyard apartment building.

1120 Burdett Ave

Inspired by mid-century architecture, the design emphasizes urban livability with a landscaped courtyard and active streetscape, featuring ground-level units and ample bicycle parking. Stepped massing transitions to nearby homes, while materials like brick and wood tone panels blend durability with character. Greenspace, trees, and sustainable systems enrich the neighborhood.

Type

Multi-Family Home

Status

Completed 2024

Client

Empresa Properties

Location

Victoria, BC, Canada

Size

5 storeys - 42 units

Awards

2024 Capital Region Commercial Building Awards - Purpose-Built Rental
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Highlights

EV-charging provisions

Energy-efficient systems

Durable materials

Solar-ready infrastructure

Ample bicycle parking

A landscaped courtyard

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The design incorporates feedback from the community, prioritizing a vibrant and engaging streetscape. A landscaped courtyard and ground-level units create inviting spaces that foster street-level activity and community interaction.

Ample bicycle parking supports active transportation and aligns with sustainable urban mobility goals. The design encourages pedestrian-friendly environments, integrating seamlessly with the surrounding neighborhood.

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Quality of Design - Inspired by mid-century architecture, the building features a mix of studio to 3-bedroomunits, promoting diversity. Durable materials, including brick, glass, stucco, and wood tone fibre cement panels, balance aesthetic appeal with long-lasting quality.

Carefully articulated massing steps back at higher levels, creating a respectful transition to adjacent single-family homes.

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The project prioritizes green space, adding trees to enhance the urban canopy and improve the local environment. Energy-efficient systems, solar-ready infrastructure, and EV-charging provisions are integrated to reduce the environmental footprint.

The project strengthens Fairfield’s unique character with thoughtful urban and architectural design.

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The Team

ArchitectsCascadia Architects

InteriorDesignBidgood

StructuralEngineerRJC

ElectricalEngineerAES

CivilEngineerHerold

MechanicalEngineerAvalon

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