777 Ste-Catherine West

Client : Colliers International Year : 2024 Budget : 1.7 M$

Window restoration

Photo credits : Yves Lacombe

The restoration program for the windows, stained glass windows and the hardware was undertaken to preserve the charm of this prestigious building in the heart of downtown Montreal.

Its large arched windows lend it its distinct and refined character.

Photo credits : Yves Lacombe
Built between 1931 and 1933 by architects Lapierre & Dumfries, the building located at 777 Ste-Catherine Street West, in the heart of Montreal’s commercial downtown, originally housed a branch of the Montreal City and District Savings Bank (now Laurentian Bank).
The neoclassical influence is manifested by arched openings, ornate pilasters and capitals of Corinthian inspiration topped by a cornice. The large dimensions of the openings are a direct consequence of the use of steel structures covered in concrete, a technological advancement at the time.
Photo credits : Yves Lacombe
Large rectangular windows along the north, west and south facades mark the ground floor and the mezzanine commercial space, while arched windows are used for the offices on the third floor.

Along McGill College Street, monumental windows extend over two stories and dress the facade with their stained-glass windows crowned with a decorative medallion. These large cast-iron windows include tall openings operated by an extended hand crank mechanism.
Mandated to evaluate the replacement or conservation of the windows, we favoured the restoration through a detailed survey program followed by stripping the metals, reglazing and recaulking the glass as well as painting of the metal frames.

The original hardware was cleaned and reinstalled, while some components that were too damaged were dismantled, reproduced and reinstalled to ensure the preservation of these windows.
Photo credits : Yves Lacombe
Photo credits : Yves Lacombe
Photo credits : Yves Lacombe
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