Debra Manor
High-rise restoration and exterior commercial painting
Debra Manor is a prominent residential high-rise in Vancouver’s West End, and a long-standing property in WCP Building Renewal’s portfolio. When the time came for a full exterior renewal, the owners turned to the team that already understood the building’s history, challenges, and exposure.
During this 6-month restoration project, WCP completed comprehensive concrete repairs across the entire building, including exterior walls, parapets, balcony ceilings, and deck surfaces. Each area required a tailored approach, using appropriate repair materials and techniques to address cracking, spalling, and reinforcing deteriorated steel while maintaining a consistent finished appearance.
The project also included full replacement of the building’s window perimeter sealant system. Failed caulking was removed, substrates properly prepared, and new high-performance sealants were installed at every window to restore dependable weather protection and extend the life of the exterior envelope.
Given the building’s height and busy location, access and safety were critical. Work was completed using a combination of swing stage, rope access, and scaffolding. In coordination with anchor and roofing specialists, the existing anchor system was upgraded and expanded to meet project and safety requirements.
The result is a refreshed and well-protected building exterior, completed with minimal disruption to its residents and neighbourhood.
Scope of Work
- Project management
- Concrete restoration and painting
- Caulking and sealant removal and replacement
- Membrane removal, repair and application
- Metal surface preparation, restoration and painting
- Colour and design consultation
- Rope and swing stage installation