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Prince George Construction

I was searching around for a nice skyline photo of thise lovely northern city and ended up coming across a couple of projects that I have never even heard mentioned about on this entire forum! I was shocked at how nice one of them is. I feel like perhaps Prince George deserves its own thread, considering I can find several large downtown projects in just a quick 5 minute search online. With the economic boom coming to the area which will be enhanced by the future construction of the Northern Gateway Pipeline, I expect more nice/big projects like these to follow.

The Wood Innovation and Design Centre - 27.5 meters (90 feet) - 7 storeys - tallest contemporary wood building in North America

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Preferred proponent selected for Wood Innovation and Design Centre by BC Gov Photos, on Flickr

Delta Prince George - 6 storeys - first 4-star hotel in Prince George

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https://www.deltahotels.com/Hotels/Delta-Prince-George

Commonwealth Gardens - 6 storeys - ~25 meters

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Kin Centre Addition

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Residential Wood Innovation Comprehensive District Initiative

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Construction update on the Wood Innovation and Design Centre as of November 25, 2013.

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I didn't think that would EVER get started! They had been talking about it for years!

:) I think the Delta Hotel has also started! Can't seem to find pics though...

EDIT: Yep, the hotel is UC as well.

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Apparently this project was canned. I do wish Best Western would renovate their location downtown though
http://www.princegeorgecitizen.com/a...project-canned

New BCGEU Office Building downtown

BCGEU to build new area office in Prince George

7 Nov '13

The B.C. Government and Service Employees’ Union (BCGEU) is currently in the development permit stage on a new building for members and staff in Prince George. The union plans to begin construction on the 12,000 square-foot, three-storey building in May 2014 with a targeted completion date of July 2015.

“We’re thrilled about the new building that our members and staff in the Prince George area will call home,” says BCGEU President Darryl Walker.

“Each new building that the union erects represents our commitment to our members and the important work that they do.”

The building will be a brick and glue-lam structure with several sustainable features such as:
• High efficiency heat pump system to optimize energy use
• Automated faucets and low flush toilets
• Daylight harvesting using light level sensors
• Reduced energy use for lighting via occupancy sensors
• Interior materials used will be pre or post recycled wherever possible
• Interior materials, primarily adhesives, sealants, caulking and paint will be low-emitting VOC’s
• Construction waste will be kept to a minimum and re-directed for recycling where possible
• Easily accessible and dedicated area for recyclable materials
• Daylight and views will be maximized between indoor spaces and the outdoors

“BCGEU makes it a priority to operate in a way that is environmentally sound,” says BCGEU Treasurer Stephanie Smith.

“We are constantly looking for ways to reduce our carbon footprint while servicing the needs of our growing membership.”

The new building will keep the name of the existing office—the “Diane L. Wood Union Centre.” Diane Wood was the union’s secretary-treasurer from 1987-2005 and a long-time union activist in the Prince George area.

BCGEU currently represents over 2,400 members in the Prince George area.

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I am loving the wooden mid rise architecture that is getting started in PG. I will have to visit if they move ahead on the residential portion of the district. It would be neat to have a tour of one of the suites.

Hi guys. Just a quick update for the WIDC. The wraps have come off. Wasn't sure how to just attach photo so I added link
http://www.250news.com/blog/view/321...am+lead+named?

Still quite hard to see how it really looks with all the scaffolding. I am excited as I really think that this project has the potential of turning these types of buildings into typical construction practices.

Any updates on this building? Updated pics?

Here is a link to the grand opening which includes photo.
http://www.250news.com/2014/10/31/38955/

Looks fantastic!! :D

Loving this building. I do wish they had gone at least 3 more stories. Here is a Youtube video showing some more projects underway in PG. The RBC building re-clad looks really good. Sorry, but I am not sure if I am posting actual video or just link. First attempt at this
https://youtu.be/AQNdXqQF8IU

Yeah I wish this thing had come in at 10 storeys instead of 6 but it was still fantastically done and has set the bar for quality wood construction.

Any updates on Commonwealth Gardens or Delta?