The Challenge
Le Sommet 3V: Building Comfortable, Sustainable Condos for Urban Lifestyles
Le Sommet 3V condominium is located at the entrance of Quebec City near two main bridges and Laval University. Newly built in 2018, the 14-storey condo was designed with innovative and sustainable green living in mind. To attract future residents and investment buyers at the purchasing stage, developer Marc Lachance wanted to create a high-quality condo building with well-equipped units.
To achieve this, he included design features such as glass facades and luxurious interior finishes, as well as resort-like amenities that include a pool, rooftop terraces and Tesla electric car-sharing services. It was important that everything in each unit was of superior quality and performance, including the air conditioning units.
The Solution
Working with Enertrak, the exclusive distributor for Quebec and Atlantic Canada of Mitsubishi Electric Sales Canada Inc., Mr. Lachance decided on Mitsubishi Electric air conditioning units for his project. Prioritizing the end-user experience, Enertrak was pleased with the units’ reliability and Mitsubishi Electric’s technical service and parts availability, offering peace of mind should anything go wrong. The low noise level of the units when operating was another attractive feature.
From an economical perspective, the pipe size of 1/4 and 3/8 also helped save money during the installation process. The space required to install the indoor unit was also an important factor for Mr. Lachance. Mitsubishi Electric’s Mr. Slim single-split units were able to meet the specifications and the needs of the customer. This included installing the indoor unit above the pantry door, as well as the option to choose an air conditioning-only system.
“Building apartments with small air conditioning units that make low noise is very important for condo owners.” Steve Fortin, Engineer for EBC Inc. and Representative of Marc Lachance
The Results
With the Mitsubishi Electric air conditioning models, residents of Le Sommet 3V now enjoy more livable space, low noise disruption and high-quality, high-performing energy-efficient air conditioning.
Summary
Building Owner: Marc Lachance
Distributor: Enertrak Inc.
General Contractor: EBC Inc.
Engineering Consulting Firm: Design Build
Architectural Firm: Architecture Design
Location: Quebec City, QC
Industry: Residential
Size: 587 Condo Units in 14 floors
Challenges:
The luxury condo project needed quiet, high-quality air conditioning units that saved on space without sacrificing on performance.
Selection Criteria:
- Energy efficiency
- Noise level
- High-end product
- Installation space and cost
- Air conditioning-only option
- Parts availability
- Technical service
- End-user reliability
- Warranty
Solution:
Mitsubishi Electric Outdoor Unit Models:
- 298 X MUYGE12NA
- 285 X MUYGE09NA
- 4 X MUYGE18NA
Mitsubishi Electric Indoor Models:
- 298 X MSYGE12NA
- 285 X MSYGE09NA
- 4 X MSYGE18NA
Results:
- Space-saving installation
- Cost-savings on installation
- Quiet, high-performing air conditioning for residents
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is low-noise air conditioning important in condominium buildings?
Low-noise operation helps improve comfort in individual condo units, particularly where indoor equipment is installed close to living spaces. In this project, quiet operation was a key selection criterion for the air conditioning system.
How can ductless air conditioning help save space in condo units?
Compact indoor units can be installed in limited spaces without requiring large ductwork. At Le Sommet 3V, the indoor units were able to fit above the pantry door, helping preserve usable living space.
What factors should be considered when selecting air conditioning for a condominium project?
Key considerations can include energy efficiency, noise level, equipment size, installation cost, reliability, technical support, parts availability and warranty. These factors were all part of the selection process for this project.