Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape and Design
Client: University of Toronto
Project description
This 200,000-sq. ft. project revitalized the heritage landmark at One Spadina Crescent by restoring the historic building and adding a modern facility in the courtyard. It features lecture theatres, design studios, labs, and offices while promoting sustainable design.
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Characteristics and Impacts
- Key mechanical engineering aspects include integrating services into the century-old structure, radiant slab heating and cooling, and displacement ventilation to enhance energy efficiency. The building targeted a LEED® Gold equivalent.
2019 Built Heritage Award, Heritage Toronto
2019 Toronto Urban Design Awards, Award of Excellence, Public Buildings in Context
2014 Holcim Awards, Heritage Reframed
