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ACQ Building Innovation Award 2020<\/h1>\n

Sotramont has thus built the largest housing project in the world, in terms of square footage, using an ecological solid wood frame, made up of cross-laminated wood panels. Arbora also stands out with more than 40% green space and has obtained LEED\u00ae Platinum certification.<\/p>\n

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Liveo Pointe-Claire: Formwork finished<\/h3>\n\n

We’re taking a moment to appreciate the structural team that realized our rental project, Liveo Pointe-Claire. The team completed the 10 storey building at an impressive pace with near flawless execution.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Liveo Pointe-Claire: Brick installation<\/h3>\n\n

L’installation de la brique progresse bien \u00e0 Liveo Pointe-Claire. Nous avons atteint le dixi\u00e8me \u00e9tage!\n\nLa brique offre g\u00e9n\u00e9ralement de meilleures capacit\u00e9s isolantes que les autres mat\u00e9riaux de construction.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Prima 3: Concrete Foundations<\/h3>\n\n

The Prima 3 foundations are almost complete. Everything looks straight and solid! The framing has already started on the first block. We have to finish as much as possible before the snow arrives.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Square Norseman: Framing the last units<\/h3>\n\n

The framing goes up for the last block of Square Norseman. You can start to feel how peaceful these 62 townhouses surrounding a new park will be. The architecture is truly a distinctive addition to the Bois-Franc neighbourhood.\u00a0<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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The construction sector affected by the increase in the price of wood<\/h3>\n\n

The scarcity of lumber and treated lumber is causing prices to skyrocket significantly. Construction contractors face a real headache in trying to obtain the materials.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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ACQ Building Innovation Award 2020<\/h3>\n\n

Sotramont has thus built the largest housing project in the world, in terms of square footage, using an ecological solid wood frame, made up of cross-laminated wood panels. Arbora also stands out with more than 40% green space and has obtained LEED\u00ae Platinum certification.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Curtiss Alpha: The Crane Has Arrived<\/h3>\n\n

After much anticipation, an impressive 189-foot-high crane with a reach of 229 feet was installed on the Curtiss Condos site in Saint-Laurent. We are happy to welcome the Synergy Formwork team to the project.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Liveo Pointe-Claire: Formwork Moving Fast<\/h3>\n\n

We hope that the progression of the 10 story rental condo, Liveo Pointe-Claire, will provide entertainment for current residents of our planned community, Quartier Greenwich.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Curtiss Alpha: Breaks Ground<\/h3>\n\n

This day marks the official beginning of construction for a seven phase master-planned condo project in Saint-Laurent. After twenty plus years of development, available land in Bois-Franc is nearing it’s end.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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REM: Bois-Franc progress<\/h3>\n\n

Montreal’s newest trendy neighbourhood could be the one you least expect. With new R\u00e9seau express m\u00e9tropolitain (REM) stations being built and huge developments planned in the area, Ville Saint-Laurent is looking to be on its way up.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Bois-Franc: A tale of two developers<\/h3>\n\n

Two developers formed a partnership to purchase land owned by Bombardier and develop the last section of an innovative transit-oriented neighbourhood (TOD) in St-Laurent called Bois-Franc, that was originally started in 1992 with a total of five developers.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Bois-Franc in Montreal: A Choice Still So Solid<\/h3>\n\n

For 27 years, the Bois-Franc district has offered an exceptional living environment in the center of the island of Montreal. Even after all this time, thanks to its overall vision and thoughtful layout, the place is still highly sought after by Montrealers.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Rooftop BBQ 2020<\/h3>\n\n

This year offered the best weather yet at our annual BBQ on the rooftop of our Head Office. We never get tired of good food with good people.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Project of the Week: Curtiss Alpha<\/h3>\n\n

With land available for residential projects dwindling in Bois-Franc, the neighbourhood has only increased in popularity in recent years. Now, Curtiss Condos has, to much fanfare, broken ground as the last master-planned community in the Bois-Franc neighbourhood.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Advantages of CLT buildings<\/h3>\n\n

For decades, wood products have\nprovided architects, engineers, contractors and building owners\nwith proven structural performance and earth-friendly, cost-effective framing choices. Now, cross laminated timber (CLT) is giving design and construction professionals a new wood building system option. <\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Model of the Week: Square Norseman<\/h3>\n\n

Located in the heart of St-Laurent, Square Norseman consists of three-level townhouses surrounding a small park, creating the final square in Bois-Franc.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Rooftop BBQ 2019<\/h3>\n\n

We didn’t let incredibly hot weather get between us and BBQ steaks! Hauling the BBQ up the stairs was worth it, but that probably depends on who you ask.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Sugar Shack 2020<\/h3>\n\n

This year we visited La Cabane du Coureur. A warm and cozy event that the Sotramont family can share with their families on the homefront. It’s not a coincidence that delicious food is involved.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Course Saint-Laurent 2018<\/h3>\n\n

Organized by the Saint-Laurent S\u00e9lect Track and Field Club and sponsored by Sotramont. The most popular race in Bois-Franc for all ages.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Sotramont Christmas 2017<\/h3>\n\n

A year to remember! We celebrated Christmas in our new head office. There was plenty of entertainment for everyone. Delicious meal, fine wine, dancing, cartoon artistry, and larger than life games.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Woodrise Bordeaux 2017<\/h3>\n\n

The first world congress on high rise and residential timber buildings. Sotramont was honored as a guest speaker because of their exhaustive work towards the development of residential buildings fabricated with 100% CLT (Cross-laminated wood) structures.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Procure Tour du Courage 2017<\/h3>\n\n

Another memorable year fundraising for the fight against prostate cancer. We climbed Mont-Royal 66 over times! Joined by our friends at Novabrik and Laurin Laurin, plus a handful of independents. <\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Gala Alpha 2017<\/h3>\n\n

The Alpha Contest recognizes the excellence and dynamism of businesses for more than 35 years. Awarded to those that have taken good steps and realized major successes. Sotramont President, Marc-Andre Roy, was awarded Business Personality of the Year.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Course Saint-Laurent 2017<\/h3>\n\n

Sponsored by Sotramont: A 5 km and 10 km spring race organized by the Saint-Laurent S\u00e9lect Track and Field Club. Money and prizes awarded to the top three male and female competitors in each category. Encouraging the participation of young people and businesses.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Procure Tour du Courage 2016<\/h3>\n\n

A two day event riding Chemin du nordet and a rare opportunity to ride as a team on Circuit PMG Technologies. Each kilometer completed honours a man diagnosed wit prostate cancer.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Course Saint-Laurent 2016<\/h3>\n\n

One of the first races of the year, taking place early Spring. A good temperature never guaranteed! Organized by the Saint-Laurent S\u00e9lect Track and Field Club and sponsored by Sotramont.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n

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Snow Day 2016<\/h3>\n\n

Enjoying all seasons. Snowshoe hikes through the forest with scenic views and ice hockey between coworkers. Of course, this is followed by a hearty lunch!<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/article>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nNews | Sotramont<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Sotramont is a leading residential home builder in the Greater Montreal area. 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