Stanbrooke

Project Summary:

Stanbrooke is a unique residential Highrise with a design-conscious urban demographic. The project reflects a growing trend in high-quality, purpose-built rentals, where architectural clarity, amenity-driven living, and operational flexibility are prioritized over traditional ownership models. The building serves a mix of international students, professionals, and short-term residents.

Architectural Vision:

The design for Stanbrooke emphasizes clean vertical lines, textural contrast, and urban refinement within the dense context of downtown Montreal. The massing is straightforward, slim, and elegant. Its architectural identity relies on a rational facade composition, balancing expansive glazing with dark-toned panels to generate a sense of rhythm and slenderness. Ground-level transparency activates the street, while upper-floor setbacks accommodate amenities and views. The podium storefronts establish day-to-night activity. The overall language is contemporary and restrained, urban, durable, and legible at multiple scales, reinforcing a civic presence along the gateway into Laval.

Key Features:

Façade Composition & Materiality: Glass curtain wall and sleek composite panels, arranged in a vertical grid. Deep window reveals and dark frame detailing offer shadow and definition.

Urban Integration: Full-height glazing, landscaped entries, and a generous residential lobby.

Compact site strategy optimizes building footprint.

Amenities & Lifestyle Programming: Rooftop terrace with panoramic city views.

Commercial-grade fitness center, co-working lounge, and penthouse clubroom.

Resident programming to foster community and add value.