OMHM – 2075 Hogan Street

Project description

The Hogan project, located at 2075 Hogan Street in Montreal, consists of the complete renovation of the envelope and balconies of a residential building owned by the Office municipal d’habitation de Montréal (OMHM). The three-storey building with basement, totalling about 5,286 sq ft of floor area, will house six revitalized units. The work includes:

• The selective demolition of the existing masonry, balconies, stairs and deteriorated interior components;
• The reconstruction of the front and rear façades with new brick masonry, flashing, and high-energy-performance doors and windows (Energy Star);
• Bringing the structure, mechanical, electrical and ventilation systems up to code;
• Improving the building’s durability with a design compliant with the National Building Code and a theoretical service life of 50 years.

Challenges

1. Preserving the built heritage: Selective demolition and reconstruction required preserving certain structural elements while replacing those that did not comply;
2. Urban constraints: The site, in a dense area on a residential street, required careful logistics for transporting materials and protecting existing trees and landscaping;
3. Energy and acoustic performance: Meeting thermal comfort (insulation, reduced thermal bridging) and acoustic requirements in an existing building was a technical challenge;

Safety and compliance: The project integrated new fire detection and alarm systems, as well as exits that meet safety standards.

Expertise

• Architecture: Requalification of the building by Microclimat Architecture, with particular attention to the quality of materials, urban integration and energy efficiency;
• Structure: Reinforcement work and installation of galvanized lintels to support the new masonry;
• Mechanical & Ventilation: Replacement of kitchen hoods, bathroom fans, louvres and ducts to ensure compliant and efficient air renewal;
• Electrical: Upgrade of the electrical systems, integration of a new intercom system and coordination with the mechanical work;
• Sustainable construction: Choice of robust materials (brick masonry, durable acrylic finishes, certified hardware) guaranteeing a minimum service life of 30 years before major rehabilitation.