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building consists of twelve non-combustible units designed
to replace a structure that was demolished at the site
years ago, in a Victorian Era neighbourhood.
As the gable roof was to be site
installed, and the building had a completely finished
basement, careful planning allowed that chaseways incorporated
into the design would enable all mechanical, electrical
and plumbing systems to be shipped in place, with minimal
connections and extensions required between floors.
The building encompassed mixed occupancy uses, which resulted
in fire rating issues between floors. NRB solved the
concerns through the use of spray-on fire proofing that
was factory applied to all structural components, enabling
NRB to close up the walls and install the ceilings at
the factory. The Architect and the Customer, both unfamiliar
with modular construction at inception, were amazed
that so much work could be completed at the factory.
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