Step Inside The Corner Office | Meadows Mile Professional Centre

Take a look inside the Professional Centre's available suites! The folks at Jerilyn Wright and Associates have provided us with a 3D rendering of what the inside of the coveted north-east facing corner suites would look like. To the right is the exterior view of the suites. These suites have a high volume of glass; the stunning views of the escarpment and towards downtown are unmatched in the city, and the natural light is unlimited in the daylight hours. 

Our new interior rendering shows the suite's bare bones, without any space planning or interior decoration. This is what our tenant's designer would be working with. JWA has prepared these renderings to assist an existing tenant, who has already purchased one of the two existing corner suites, with space planning. JWA is able to use this type of rendering program to show the tenant what the space will look like, well before anyone is able to step foot in the space. 

This kind of software is an exciting resource, particularly because understanding what a suite will look like, and actually seeing it, are two very different experiences. We are thrilled that Jerilyn Wright and Associates have this tool in their repertoire, and that we are able to offer their services to the tenants. As we've detailed in an earlier blog post, tenants will have the opportunity to choose who they would like to work with in designing their suite. We've chosen to work with JWA, and as a result they have a comprehensive understanding of the development already. Tenants are welcome to work with JWA, or an alternative designer, should they see fit. 

We have some exciting news about both Lot 1 and 2 in the Meadows Mile development brewing. We can't wait to finally be able to share it with you. Stay tuned on Twitter, Facebook, and here on the blog, to be the first to know.

Mikaela Cochrane

CCO for Cochrane Developments Corporation

More Preliminary Design Renderings | Meadows Mile Professional Centre

Our interior designers, Jerilyn Wright and Associates, have been busy drawing up more preliminary renderings for the Meadows Mile Professional Centre common areas.

Previously we released the rendering of the lobby and elevator vestibule. Now we have two brand new renderings for you; the common bathrooms, and the proposed hallways designs. 

In both designs you'll notice that they've kept up the elegant black and white colour scheme with copper and wood accents.

The wall covering is made from textured vinyl, a step up from wallpaper both in regards to visual appeal and durability. In an establishment such as this, that has medical tenants, we want to know that all surfaces can be thoroughly wiped down without damaging the aesthetic. The tile is a white subway tile, a throwback to that 1920's warehouse theme we have echoed in the exterior. The subway tile is classic, but the use of it on only half of the wall keeps the design contemporary, as apposed to directly mimicking that look. On our mirror wall, we have small, black, hexagonal tiles, accented with light grey grout for contrast.

For the floor JWA has chosen a large format tile that gives a similar aesthetic as the polished concrete floor in the main floor lobby. The tile carries out into the elevator lobby.

For lighting, there is a small window for natural light, as well as LED pot lights in the white, painted ceiling and mirror framing sconces. 

The hallways walls also make use of a textured vinyl wall covering, this time in a lighter tone. In the entryways we will have a shiny, dark toned vinyl to echo the back painted glass used in the lobby. The same black window mullions seen in the exterior of the building are echoed in the glass of the entry wall. The company's name will be marked on a wooden panel (like the wooden panels used for the directory in the elevator vestibule on the main floor) with black vinyl lettering.

The floors will be a neutral geometric carpet tile. We want a pattern that will give visual interest to the long hallway. On top of that, we don't want it to be TOO stimulating, or feature a design that might make the hallway look crooked or trick the eye in another way. Additionally, we want a pattern that will camouflage any dirt that comes from wear and tear over the years.

Lighting will once again be LED pot lights in the ceiling, and each doorway will feature the ornate copper wall sconces seen in the washrooms. The entryways will be further demarcated by copper panels on the ceiling. This detail, in conjunction with the carpet tile, will keep the trip down the hallway from becoming monotonous. We want to keep it interesting!

That's all we can share for now, but we look forward to showing you our updated designs and other common areas in the near future.

Mikaela Cochrane
CCO for Cochrane Developments Corporation

Article in the Calgary Herald | Meadows Mile Professional Centre

We're in the Herald! Today in Section C of the Calgary Herald, you can read David Parker's article on our development, the Meadows Mile Professional Centre. If you're not a subscriber, or prefer to read online, you can view the article online here.
In the article, Mr. Parker profiles our President, Charles Cochrane, and our Meadows Mile Professional Centre development (with a mention of our upcoming Lot 2 development). Here are some snippets from the article:

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We are pleased with the article, and excited to be sharing more about our company and our projects with the public. We are excited to release more information in the upcoming weeks surrounding some of the Lot 2 details alluded to in the article; our 21,000 foot user, who our restaurant user will be, & our architectural design. This article is a great feature on our work, and we look forward to revealing more details soon. 

Mikaela Cochrane

CCO for Cochrane Developments Corporation

DP Public Notice | Meadows Mile Professional Centre

As per our development permit being approved over the weekend, we have photographic proof (and printed in the Calgary Herald, no less!). Here is our project in the May 28th Development Permit Public Notice.

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We're excited to get construction underway, now that this hurdle is out of the way. Stay tuned for more media updates!

Mikaela Cochrane

CCO for Cochrane Developments Corporation

Development Permit Approved | Meadows Mile Professional Centre

We are ecstatic to announce that the development permit for the Meadows Mile Professional Centre has been approved. With the DP approved we can now commence with construction on Lot 1 for MMPC.
A development permit being approved is the equivalent of a film being 'green lit': We now can guarantee to any skeptics that this project will happen. This is the stamp of approval from City Hall that we needed to get this show on the road. This means we can now say with absolute assurance that, as of Fall 2016, there will be a brand new office and medical-approved building on the Meadows Mile Lot 1. That is certainly a cause for celebration!

 Although a large portion of the Meadows Mile Professional Centre is already pre-sold, there are still suites available in the Centre... including some with incredible views over the escarpment. Presently the MMPC is slated to have a complete Wellness Centre including, but not limited to, massage, acupuncture and chiropractic. There will also be dermatology and dental practitioners in the building, as well as a full pharmacy. Starbucks is a confirmed tenant in the standalone building (complete with drive-through!).

Our friends at Jones Lange LaSalle are our sales agents for this project, and can answer any questions a potential tenant might have. Check out the listing here.
Keep following our blog and social media outlets for updates on when we'll be breaking ground, our confirmed tenants and documentation on the progress of the development.

Mikaela Cochrane
CCO for Cochrane Developments Corporation

Preliminary Interiors | Meadows Mile Professional Centre

Our interior designers at JWA Design have been working away on the preliminary designs for the common areas of the Meadows Mile Professional Centre. We're pleased to share this rendering of the proposed lobby for the Centre with you. We've gone with a sleek, contemporary, warehouse-inspired design, with clean lines and dynamic finishes.

In the rendering above you'll see that JWA has proposed a dramatic copper cloud ceiling with pot lights to contrast the polished concrete floors. Lots of interior glass will help to bring natural light into the elevator vestibule, as well as provide a nod to the exterior glazing. The brick on the vestibule wall, with black steel frames on the elevator doors, tie to the exterior materials as well. 

The large art piece will be a commissioned work by a local artist, inspired by the lot's escarpment and natural surroundings. The art piece in the rendering is a placeholder, as the painting is not scheduled to be completed until Summer 2016, when we have access to the building. The wall that the painting is mounted on will feature a unique wall covering, like back painted glass, to provide depth and frame the artwork.

We are thrilled with this preliminary rendering, and are excited to see where JWA goes with this design, and with the other common areas.

Mikaela Cochrane

CCO for Cochrane Developments Corporation

JLL Listing Online | Meadows Mile Professional Centre

Our friends David Lees and Rick Urbancyzk at Jones Lang Lasalle have taken over our purchase and leasing inquiries, and JLL now has our Meadows Mile Professional Centre listed online. You can see our listing here.

Our Professional Centre on Lot 1 is developing nicely, with design meetings underway and collaborations with local artists on the horizon. Soon we'll be able to share the stunning preliminary designs that Jerilyn Wright & Associates have been cooking up. Also, we've got a BIG announcement surrounding Lot 2 coming soon. Make sure you follow us to stay connected!

Mikaela Cochrane
CCO for Cochrane Developments Corporation

'Pop The Question' with CREBNow | Meadows Mile Professional Centre

The Calgary Real Estate Board's interview with Charles Cochrane our CEO, is now available in print delivered through the Calgary Herald, and online here.

A hot question in media today is the recent economic downturn in Alberta, and how that effects each industry. In this interview, Charles addresses this common conversation piece:

CN: How has the current economy impacted the commercial real estate market for CDC – Calgary? 

CC: Indeed the current economic climate in Calgary will affect all business in some manner or another. However, our developments cater to professional and medical user-groups, which tend to be insulated from the current commodity malaise in Alberta.
Financing has become a more challenging process, due in part from the negative media coverage. Most prudent lenders and investors see the current economy as a temporary state that has historically recovered toward an even stronger marketplace.

Want to read more? Check out the full interview online or in the Herald today.

Mikaela Cochrane
CCO for Cochrane Developments Corporation

Marketing Consultant Announcement | Meadows Mile Professional Centre

You're going to start seeing a lot more out there about the Meadows Mile Professional Centre!

We have the Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) team on board as our marketing team, and they will be helping to craft marketing materials to help promote our remaining space for sale as well as the newly leaseable portions of the Meadows Mile Professional Building.


We met with David Lees and Rick Urbanczyk of Jones Lang Lasalle to discuss the marketing materials, including an upcoming brochure for the Professional Building and a change of contact info on our site sign. JLL will be taking over for any buying and leasing inquiries from now on, freeing us up to work on the plans for our Lot 2 development.

On top of that, look for an article in tomorrow's issue of the Calgary Real Estate board magazine, in the Calgary Herald. Jamie Zachary from CREB contacted us for the 'Pop the Question' feature in tomorrow's issue. Make sure you check it out in print, delivered through the Calgary Herald, or online through the CREB website. See the interview online here.

Mikaela Cochrane
CCO for Cochrane Developments Corporation

Interior Designer Announcement | Meadows Mile Professional Centre

We are pleased to introduce our Interior Designer for the Meadows Mile Professional Centre, Jerilyn Wright & Associates.

Jerilyn is a well-respected and prolific designer in the Calgary development scene. JWA has "completed over 13 million square feet of redesigned space", while maintaining a steady reputation as a leader in the industry, since incorporating in 1984.

"At Jerilyn Wright & Associates Interior Design Consultants, our commitment to continuous learning enables us to provide you with the latest information on trends, ergonomics, materials, green considerations and energy conservation. Transforming your space will enhance productivity, frame of mind and energy levels. Good design is good business." 

An example of JWA's work on the Arcis Seismic
Solutions corporate space.

JWA will design the common areas of the building. These common areas are spaces like the entryway, elevator lobby, stairwells and hallways. As we've said before, we believe these common areas are an opportunity to create a space that our tenants can be proud to own. JWA shares this sentiment, going so far as to say that, "your personal or corporate space should be considered your most important asset; one that truly captures the essence of who you are and positively affects how you work, play and live."

Another example in JWA's own office space.

By partnering with JWA, we are ensuring that none of these common areas will be considered 'generic'. These spaces will be innovative and unexpected, yet they will feel like Home.

Jerilyn has demonstrated her experiential knowledge with the specific type of design required for medical offices. She has highlighted that there was a learning curve in her earlier medical developments, but JWA now holds the skill-set to plan medical spaces to their greatest efficiency and function -- while still creating a signature space. For tenants, she will be an excellent asset, should they choose her to design their personal suite(s).

We truly are thrilled to be working with Jerilyn Wright and Associates. We can't wait to share what we come up with together.

[Quotes and Images pulled from the JWA Website]

Mikaela Cochrane
CCO for Cochrane Developments Corporation

Next Project Announcement | Meadows Mile Lot 2

We are thrilled to announce that we have officially secured Meadows Mile Lot 2 for our next project. This means we will have even more exciting updates to come on the next stages of development. We already have the Meadows Mile Professional Centre underway, and now we have another gorgeous piece of land on the escarpment to work with.

In the image on the right we have the Meadows Mile Professional Centre lot marked out in blue, and our new lot marked out in red. Both lots look over the escarpment, and are the first two lots a commuter would pass when entering the Meadows Mile development off Blackfoot via the 85th Street entrance.

Designs for this development is already underway, including space for professional offices as well as a prime site for a restaurant anchor tenant. We have some ideas for this spot, and conversations are under way with potential tenants. We don't have anything set in stone yet, but we are sure that this development, like the Meadows Mile Professional Centre, will feature unique architectural design and an excellent location.

Mikaela Cochrane
CCO for Cochrane Developments Corporation

Meeting With Interior Designers | Meadows Mile Professional Centre

We have been meeting with prospective Interior Designers for the Meadows Mile Professional Centre, specifically for the purpose of designing the base building's common spaces.

The Professional Centre offices are condominiums, which means that, on top of their own private suites, tenants will also have partial ownership of the common areas in the building. These common areas are spaces like the entryway, elevator lobby, stairwells and hallways. We want these common areas to have the same level of overall design appeal that our architectural designer Andrew Martchenko from Parataxis has achieved with the exterior.

We believe these common areas are an opportunity to create a space that our tenants can be proud to own. Too often, common areas only fulfill the base requirements: Generic carpet, tile and paint; basic lighting fixtures; etc. We want to create a space our tenants will want to spend time in. These spaces can showcase local artists and fabricators; we can find innovative ways to light these spaces; we can use unexpected textures to pay homage to the stunning natural views -- With a blank canvas to work with, there are infinite possibilities.

This is the main floor plan of the Meadows Mile
Professional Centre. The top potion of the rendering
is common area space, whereas the bottom space
 would belong to the tenant(s) whose suite(s)
will be built to their personal specifications.

At this point we have met with some prospective Interior Designers, but we have yet to make any hard decisions. Interior designers are more than Decorators. Designers must also understand Space Planning and take into account the space's flow and the utility of an area -- right down to the placement of electrical sockets. They are a vital part of the consultant team.

Once we have the common areas designed, the tenants will have the opportunity to choose their own Interior Designer for their suite(s). We have alotted a generous $50/Sq. ft. allowance included in the purchase price for this purpose, although the overall design and design budget is up to the tenant. The tenant will have the opportunity to work with any designer of their choosing, however whichever designer we choose for the common areas will be offered to the tenants as well. By the time our designer is done with the common areas, they will have a unique understanding of the building and development as a whole, and a diverse network of consultants (who also understand the space) that can be utilized for the tenant spaces if need be.There are many advantages to using a designer who already understands the space.

We want to take away unnecessary stress. Designing your own, personal, professional space from the ground up should feel like an exciting opportunity. We want to eliminate any learning curve, and make the whole process user-friendly. You can bet there will be an announcement once we have our Interior Design Consultant chosen!

Mikaela Cochrane
CCO for Cochrane Developments Corporation

Watch for our Site Sign | Meadows Mile Professional Centre

We've once again commissioned Jeff at Digital Avatar as our graphic designer to design a site sign to show off what we have planned for the Meadows Mile Professional Cenrte site. Our friends at A-1 Signs have printed the sign for us and, at this very moment, our construction manager, Dawson Wallace, is putting the sign up on site. We can't wait to show you what the sign looks like once it's up! For now, we've released a preview of what our Meadows Mile Professional Centre site sign will look like. See below:

The sign includes a rendering of the main building (as well as the standalone Starbucks tucked in the back left), logos and names of all our confirmed consultants, and complete contact info for the development.

Soon this sign will be visible on our site along Blackfoot, and many commuters in the area (what should be around 150,000 vehicles daily) will have a preview of the stunning development to come. Keep an eye out for the sign going up this week!

Mikaela Cochrane

CCO for Cochrane Developments Corporation

Loopnet Listing | Meadows Mile Professional Centre

Although we are already 70% presold for the Meadows Mile Professional Centre, we are making efforts to extend the opportunity to potential clients outside of our immediate reach. We have created a listing on LoopNet. This listing contains all the introductory information a potential client would need to know about the Centre.

The building is priced at $495/square foot, which include a $50 allowance. The building is 13,000 square feet per floor, and the lot is 1.8 acres. For more specs and features, follow this hyperlink.

*** Edit, 2015-04-15 ***
Our listing is no longer on Loopnet. We are now listed with JLL at www.jll.ca.

Please feel free to share this listing with your contacts.

Mikaela Cochrane
CCO, Cochrane Developments Corporation

Geotechnical Engineer Consultants Announced | Meadows Mile Professional Centre

Introducing our Geotechnical Engineer for the Meadows Mile Professional Centre, William E. Curtis of Curtis Engineering Associates Ltd.

Curtis Engineering Associates Ltd. have been around since 1984 delivering services such as "foundation and slope stability studies, street and road engineering, materials testing and quality control on subgrade, base course, asphalt pavements [and] concrete and miscellaneous materials during construction". For more specific information on what their geotechnical work entails, go HERE.

Welcome to the team, William!

Mikaela Cochrane
CCO, Cochrane Developments Corporation

Civil Engineer Consultants Announcement | Meadows Mile Professional Centre

Introducing our Civil Engineer for the Meadows Mile Professional Centre, Robin Li of Richview Engineering Inc.

Richview Engineering Inc. has been around since 2007. They specialize in "land development projects including commercial, industrial, multi-family, single family and redevelopment projects". Robin Li, President of REI, has years of experience in structural engineering, mechanical and electrical systems and many facets of development, but has narrowed his focus to Land Development Design since beginning REI. You can see specific projects he has worked on HERE.
As a Civil Engineer, Robin will be focusing on storm systems, sanitary systems, noise analysis, environmental and traffic impact assessments -- all with a focus on maintaining the naturally built environment.

Mikaela Cochrane
CCO, Cochrane Developments Corporation

Mechanical & Electrical Engineers Announcement | Meadows Mile Professional Centre

Introducing our Mechanical Engineer for the Meadows Mile Professional Centre, from Smith + Andersen, Hans Rohmann.

Also introducing our Electrical Engineer for the Meadows Mile Professonal Centre, from Smith + Andersen, Ravi Abraham.

Smith + Andersen (formerly Emans Smith Anderson Engineering Ltd.) have been in business since 1976, focusing on "creative design, attentive service and a dedication to professionalism at every stage of [their] involvement", with an additional focus on sustainability. S+A have worked on such projects as the Sheldom M. Chumir Health Centre and Chinook Centre Shopping Mall. The Mechanical side of things involves mechanical systems such as "HVAC, plumbing and drainage, fire protection and building automation". The Electrical side involves "power, lighting and life safety systems". Hans Rohmass, our Mechanical Engineer, has worked on such projects as the Cross Iron Mills Shopping Centre, and the Banff Centre. Hans is passionate about innovative and sustainable solutions.

As one of Canada's most prominent engineering firms, we feel Smith + Andersen are a valuable addition to our Meadows Mile Professional Centre consulting team.

Mikaela Cochrane
CCO, Cochrane Developments Corporation

Structural Engineer Consultants Announcement | Meadows Mile Professional Centre

Continuing our introduction of our excellent consultant team working on the Meadows Mile Professional Centre: Introducing our Structural Engineer: Bryan Roney of Tomecek Roney Little & Associates Ltd.

Bryan is a Principal and Senior Project Manager for TRL & Associates Ltd. He has over 23 years of experience in his field and leads the business development team at TRL & Associates. TRL & Associates have worked on many large-scale developments including, but not limited to, high-rise, hospitality, and commercial. They are even responsible for the structure of recreational facilities like Westside Recreation Centre and Chinook Cinemas. Their website details their Commercial/Office Design Philosophy as follows:

"The design and detailing of commercial structures has become increasingly more challenging to achieve the open spaces and flexibility required of today's demanding market. The structural design must not only rise to meet these challenges, but must achieve it in combination of producing a cost effective design within the confines of the product budget. The development of innovative, cost effective solutions to incorporate long structural spans, enhanced structural performance, and integrated functional requirements has become common place in today's designs of commercial space. Optimization of the structural design in terms of performance and economics is of paramount importance to the project. Design optimization would include material minimization, consideration of local trade and transportation capabilities and local construction techniques."

We are thrilled to have Bryan Roney and TRL & Associates as part of the Meadows Mile Professional Centre team.

Mikaela Cochrane
CCO of Cochrane Developments Corporation

Architectural Consultants Announcement | Meadows Mile Professional Centre

We have a diverse and talented consultant team working on the Meadows Mile Professional Centre; it's about time you meet them! Introducing our Architectural Team: David Lachapelle Architects Ltd., supported by Riddell Kurczaba.

We've been talking about David Lachapelle Architects Ltd. since our first blog but we've never properly introduced them! David Lachapelle Architects Ltd. is our primary architectural consultant on the Meadows Mile Professional Building project. DLA is an architectural firm out of Calgary, AB. They've worked on successful projects across Alberta, and even so far as Algeria!

Riddell Kurczaba Architectural Engineering has come on board as well to supplement the drawing team. Riddell Kurczaba is a prolific firm with diverse experience. Together with DLA, we know we're in good hands.

We're proud of the group we've assembled, and over the next little while we'll continue introducing our remaining Consultant Team.

Mikaela Cochrane
CCO, Cochrane Developments Corporation