Continuing a five-building streak across Hamilton's rapidly gentrifying downtown core, Vancor Group's 20-22 George Street is but the latest in a slew of projects to rise within the last few years. Set to become the largest to date, the 32-storey, 230-unit residential complex will soon become a transformative new pice of the downtown streetscape. 

20-22 George Street, viewed from King St, image by Forum contributor DavidCapizzano

Rising high above a seven-storey podium dedicated primarily to parking, albeit with the ground floor reserved for retail, 20-22 George Street replaces a longstanding surface lot, the abundance of which has begun to drop across the core as the city is in the midst of an urban renaissance. 

20-22 George Street, tower rising above podium, image by Forum contributor DavidCapizzano

Nestled atop the podium's rooftop, a generous outdoor terrace and amenity space will include a large green roof in addition to a patio lounge area. Inside, residents will be able to make use of a multi-purpose room, dining room, and fitness centre.

20-22 George Street, rear view, image by Forum contributor DavidCapizzano

While the front of the development will sport a handsome mix of dark glass and precast textured cladding, the rear of the structure has been left as a more or less blank, backing as it does, onto a small parking lot and loading zone. This small oversight aside, 20-22 George Street will be a welcome addition to Hamilton's downtown, adding some much needed housing stock to the core. 

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