Bridgeview Business Park

Summarize the project's program, features and achievements?

Bridgeview Business Park is a forward-thinking small-bay industrial development that brings high-quality, ownership-driven space to one of North Surrey’s most strategically located industrial hubs. Situated at the corner of 115 Avenue and Bridgeview Drive, just 500 metres from the South Fraser Perimeter Road, the site spans 3.3 acres, and the project delivers 81,600 square feet across two architecturally cohesive buildings.

This project marks the first new small-bay strata development in the Bridgeview neighbourhood since 2018, addressing a notable industrial real estate market gap. Comprising 19 units, Bridgeview Business Park caters to modern industrial users focusing on flexibility, ownership, and long-term operational efficiency. Each unit features generous clear heights, oversized grade-level loading doors, and ample on-site parking, reflecting a thoughtful response to user needs in logistics, light manufacturing, and storage.

Constructed using tilt-up sandwich panels (composite), the project showcases an efficient and durable building envelope with enhanced thermal performance. The two buildings include a total of 116 panels—59 and 57, respectively—each designed with clean reveals and flat paint finishes that contribute to a sleek, contemporary industrial appearance. The use of composite sandwich panels ensures high energy efficiency while providing robust structural integrity.

Bridgeview Business Park also emphasizes environmental responsibility. The site incorporates energy-efficient LED lighting, enhanced water management systems, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure provisions, advancing sustainability goals without compromising functionality or form. By combining practical design, sustainable features, and prime location, Bridgeview Business Park enhances North Surrey’s industrial offering and encourages long-term investment in the local economy. Its proximity to major transportation corridors—including Highway 17, Highway 1, and the Port of Vancouver—positions it as a critical node for regional distribution and trade. Delivered to market with a strong emphasis on quality and user experience, this project exemplifies how small-bay industrial developments can support both economic growth and environmental performance. With its strategic footprint, advanced building systems, and ownership-focused model, Bridgeview Business Park sets a new standard for tilt-up industrial development in the Lower Mainland.

What obstacles were overcome related to the schedule, budget, program, specification, site, etc. on this project?

Bridgeview Business Park project overcame a few challenges, most notably those related to the site's poor soil conditions. Located in a low-lying area of North Surrey near the Fraser River, the land was initially unsuitable for construction, requiring significant remediation before any building work could begin.

The soil on-site was characterized by high moisture content and muck, which made traditional excavation and foundation preparation highly complex. These conditions not only delayed the excavation timeline but also necessitated a tailored approach to site preparation. Extensive compaction efforts were required to stabilize the ground and create a reliable base for construction.

The project team designed and implemented a complex water retention and drainage system to mitigate the impact of the site's inherent instability. This system was crucial in managing the site’s elevated water table and ensuring the long-term integrity of the building foundation. The solution included engineered sub-surface drainage layers and strategically placed retention zones to effectively manage stormwater and groundwater.

Despite the extended site prep timeline, the project team remained agile, closely coordinating with engineers, trades, and suppliers to minimize schedule slippage and maintain budget alignment. Early identification of risks, coupled with proactive problem-solving, enabled the project to proceed without compromising structural performance or design intent. Overcoming these geotechnical challenges was a critical success factor for Bridgeview Business Park, and it exemplifies the team’s commitment to delivering high-quality, durable industrial developments even under demanding conditions.

Please communicate any engineering complexities or unique features of the panel design for this project?

Bridgeview Business Park project presented several notable engineering challenges that required innovative solutions, particularly related to site stability and the tilt-up panel design process. Due to the sinking nature of the ground, the site required a comprehensive preload strategy before any vertical construction could commence. This involved placing significant weight on the site for an extended period to compress the underlying soils and reduce post-construction settlement risks. This preloading phase demanded meticulous engineering coordination to manage timing, weight distribution, and eventual load transfer to the permanent building structures.

Simultaneously, the team faced rising labour and material costs, increasing pressure on efficient design and execution. To address this, the project utilized composite tilt-up sandwich panels, which provided high thermal performance and structural integrity in a single system, reducing the need for additional materials and trades while enhancing long-term energy efficiency. The project included 116 tilt-up panels across two buildings—59 and 57 panels, respectively. These panels were engineered with consistent reveals and alignment precision, ensuring clean architectural lines and durability. Flat paint finishes contributed to the minimalist industrial aesthetic, while the panel detailing supported quick installation and minimized onsite adjustments—an essential factor given the constrained construction window. Together, these engineering solutions reflect a balanced approach between site-specific technical demands and broader market pressures, ensuring that Bridgeview Business Park was delivered efficiently, safely, and to a high quality standard.