SAINT-LAMBERT, QC, Feb. 19, 2018 /CNW Telbec/ – Vic&Lambert, the first residential building to seek LEED® Gold certification in Saint-Lambert, today officially unveiled its model unit, which will double as a sales office. On hand for the occasion were Nicole Ménard, MNA for Laporte and chief government whip; Saint-Lambert Mayor Pierre Brodeur; LSR GesDev president Annie Lemieux; Sotramont president Marc-André Roy; and Normand Bélanger, president and CEO of the Fonds immobilier de solidarité FTQ.

“We are happy to now be able to welcome future buyers to our model unit, which shows well all the prestige associated with Vic&Lambert, a one-of-a-kind real estate project just steps from Saint-Lambert village offering unparalleled views of the Saint-Lawrence River and downtown Montréal. We’ve already sold 80% of the units and are wrapping up construction of this complex, which offers bright units built to the highest standards,” said LSR GesDev president Annie Lemieux.

“Vic&Lambert’s strategic location and the planned LEED® Gold certification gives this project added value, and we look forward to welcoming our first owners in the coming months,” added Marc-André Roy, president of Sotramont.

“We are proud to be associated with this real estate project, which has been recognized by the industry through it nomination as a finalist for the Domus trophy, a contest that pays tribute to professional builders who demonstrate outstanding entrepreneurial qualities and innovation, making them benchmarks in the industry,” concluded Normand Bélanger, president and CEO of the Fonds immobilier de solidarité FTQ.

The Vic&Lambert project
Designed to preserve the city’s charm, this contemporary building will feature expansive windows to maximize natural light. The project is within walking distance of the village of Saint-Lambert and a 10-minute drive to downtown Montréal. The 8-storey building will consist of 42 condos, 9 penthouses and 78 indoor parking spaces. Ranging from 550 to 2,500 square feet, each unit will have 9- to 11-foot ceilings and include high-end appliances, central air conditioning and high-end finishes. Condo owners will have access to a rooftop terrace, a gym, two elevators, bicycle storage areas and charging stations for electric cars.

About LSR GesDev
LSR GesDev is carving a reputation as an expert in managing and developing a variety of residential projects. The company works with partners and professionals to create aesthetically pleasing living spaces. Intent on striking that perfect balance between the characteristics of a building site and the housing needs of its clients, LSR GesDev delivers a value-added living environment. LSR GesDev was spawned by Groupe LSR, a world-class real estate developer, manager and owner that has been involved in multiple large-scale residential projects since its inception in 1969 www.lsrgesdev.ca

About Sotramont
Founded over 45 years ago, Sotramont, the real estate developer behind the Bois-Franc project in Ville Saint-Laurent and Quartier Greenwich in Pointe-Claire, is the leading builder of prestigious single-family homes, townhouses and condominiums in Quebec. Over the years Sotramont has carved a reputation of reliability, offering exceptional sites and a wide variety of high-quality products. With over 2,000 housing units to its credit, Sotramont is a forward-thinking contractor specializing in integrated residential projects erected in independent neighbourhoods centred on sustainable living and respectful of the environment. In 2014, the USGBC (US Green Building Council) recognized a Sotramont project as the world’s top-performing LEED® condo project.  For more information, visit www.sotramont.com

About the Fonds immobilier de solidarité FTQ
Created 25 years ago, the Fonds immobilier de solidarité FTQ promotes economic growth and employment in Québec by strategically investing in profitable and socially responsible real estate projects in partnership with other industry leaders. The Fonds immobilier backs residential, office, commercial, institutional and industrial projects of all sizes across Québec. At May 31, 2017, the Fonds immobilier had 49 projects in development, 45 properties under management, 14 million square feet of land and $69 million invested in affordable, social and community housing. The Fonds immobilier is a member of the Canada Green Building Council.