The Vic on Fifth (the Vic) is a six-storey boutique rental apartment building in the desirable community of Hillhurst in Calgary, Alberta. Featuring 79 units, the Vic offers one-, two-, and three-bedroom suites over 64,000 square feet of space in addition to heated and secure underground parking. Conveniently constructed on the fringe of the vibrant community of Kensington just north of the Bow River, residents can enjoy various amenities throughout the community, including retail shops and unique dining experiences.
Williams Engineering (WE) was retained to provide building envelope consulting engineering services during the construction of the Vic. A thorough review of the building envelope and roofing systems included in the architect’s drawings and specifications was completed by WE. WE’s building science team provided site visits during construction to review the building envelope, roofing, and foundation systems to ensure conformity with design and high-quality installation.
Located in a community famous for its elevated mix of modern and historic buildings, the Vic on Fifth effectively serves the growing population seeking an inner-city location and beautiful open-concept living spaces at an affordable rental price. In addition, this amenity-rich building is located minutes away from an LRT station, providing residents with convenient access to the entire city.