Andrex recognizing our community

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Awards and recognition for our work

Andrex has received multiple awards for its restoration and adaptive reuse work, including multiple Ottawa Architectural Conservation Awards and recognition from both provincial and national organizations. Many of the properties we manage and projects we've worked on are recognized with heritage designation plaques and Andrex has also received extensive local and national media coverage for the work that we do.

2009 Ottawa Architectural Conservation Award - Certificate of Merit - Restoration

Windsor Arms Apartments, 150 Argyle Avenue

"The upper brick and stone parapets of this 1930s Centretown apartment building were observed in a collapsed state on the roof of the Windsor Apartments by an observant member of LACAC during a tour of the Canadian Museum of Nature next door. The staggered brick and stone parapets were rebuilt using the remaining stone and brick to match the original."

2007 - Heritage Canada Foundation - Corporate Prize

"For more than 30 years, Andrex Holdings Limited of Ottawa, Ontario, has been a recognized leader in the redevelopment of landmark buildings. From acquisition and adaptive reuse to long-term management, the company has been dedicated to providing clients with an unparalleled urban living and working environment. In several instances, the company’s intervention has saved buildings from demolition. Among the examples cited by the awards jury were Wallis House – built as a hospital in 1873 which had fallen into disrepair, Andrex Holdings Ltd., converted it into 40 loft-style condominium apartments, and Davidson House, a stately Queen Anne residence built in the 1890s that the company restored and converted into their own offices. Other significant projects include the restoration of the Panet House and the Fleck-Paterson House – two initiatives which received a City of Ottawa Award of Excellence for Adaptive Reuse."

1998 - Ottawa Architectural Conservation Award - Award of Excellence

Wallis House, 500 Rideau Street

"In recognition of the restoration of Wallis House, a project that contributes to the heritage character of Ottawa, the nation's capital."

1996 - Ontario Heritage Foundation - Community Heritage Recognition Program

Achievement Award, Sandy Smallwood

"In appreciation of your heritage conservation achievement, the Ontario Heritage Foundation congratulates you got your work to preserve, protect, and promote our Province's rich heritage."

1995 - Heritage Designation Plaque

The Strathcona, 404 Laurier Avenue East

"Dear Mr. Smallwood, I wish to extend my sincere congratulations to you upon the receipt of a Heritage Designation Plaque for the Strathcona. This plaque recognizes the historical and architectural significance of the Strathcona and will indicate its importance to the citizens of Ottawa. As the owner of a designated heritage building, you are an active participant in the preservation of Ottawa's architectural heritage. Your efforts are to be commended. Yours sincerely, Jacquelin Holzman - Mayor."

1994 - Heritage Designation Plaque

Davidson House, 190 Bronson Avenue

"Dear Mr. Smallwood, I wish to extend my sincere congratulations to you upon the receipt of a Heritage Designation Plaque for the Davison House, 190 Bronson Avenue. This plaque recognizes the historical and architectural significance of the Strathcona and will indicate its importance to the citizens of Ottawa. As the owner of a designated heritage building, you are an active participant in the preservation of Ottawa's architectural heritage. Your efforts are to be commended. Yours sincerely, Jacquelin Holzman - Mayor."

1994 - Ottawa Architectural Conservation Award - Award of Excellence

Fleck-Paterson House, 500 Wilbrod Street

"In recognition of the excellent architectural work which is in keeping with the historical character of the neighbourhood."

1990 - Heritage Designation Plaque

315 Daly Avenue

"Dear Mr. Smallwood, I wish to extend my sincere congratulations on being recognized for your efforts to preserve Ottawa's architectural heritage. The Designation Plaque installed at 315 Daly Avenue will serve as a reminder to all citizens of Ottawa of the difficult but highly appreciated work you undertook to preserve a unique piece of the City's architectural heritage. Your efforts have been of benefit to us all. Yours sincerely, James A. Durrell - Mayor."

1990 - Ottawa Architectural Conservation Award - Award of Excellence - Adaptive reuse

Panet House, 189 Laurier Avenue East

"In recognition of the excellent architectural work which is in keeping with the historical character of the neighbourhood."