Building a Commercial Complex From Scratch

At approximately 180,000 square feet, Kingsland Junction is the largest QuickPanel® Systems project in North America to date. Kingsland Junction is a five-building multi-family property in Calgary boasting retail, commercial, and rental residences. With a substantial emphasis on rental properties, the project team selected QuickPanel® Systems to allow for maintenance-free upkeep.Near the Heritage LRT Station by Macleod Trail in south Calgary, ARFAi envisioned the aesthetic being appropriate for an urban environment, quoting “we wanted to do something a bit higher tech.” With an eye for a flat roof and cantilevered eyebrows, Principal Architect Fritz believed QuickPanel® Systems responded perfectly to the vision.

During the initial consultation phase, Trico Communities wanted to ensure the exterior colors were able to match that of their logo. By utilizing QuickPanel® Systems’ patented ColorMatch® technology, the panels were a direct reflection of Trico Communities’ red and blue logo. On the Kingsland Junction project, the QuickPanel® Systems used are Alucoil® with a durable PVDF Kynar® finish. Principal Architect Fritz proves delighted when reviewing the outcome: “It’s nice when the outcome exceeds expectations. To have something that is impervious, beautiful, and will stand the test of time—it’s exciting.” Elaborating further, Principal Architect Fritz believes “You can’t quantify ethereal success.

Initially introduced to QuickPanel® Systems by Wayne Chiu and Wes Reinheller of Trico Communities, ARFAi sought to use a product that would carry a long warranty on the durability and finish of material. DCORE Project Solutions Inc.—a company with a longstanding relationship with Trico Communities—recommended changing from cementitious panels to QuickPanel® Systems: a change that would allow for increased durability, and faster and easier installation. “The fit, finish, durability, and outcome is phenomenal,” states Principal Architect Fritz. “QuickPanel® Systems responded perfectly to the vision for something higher-tech—something more contemporary.

John Doe

A seasoned construction professional dedicated to building excellence through meticulous project management and structural innovation. Focused on quality craftsmanship, safety-first execution, and modern engineering that delivers durable, high-impact results.

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