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Diamond Schmitt design joint library and archives building for Ottawa
by Stu Robarts | 31 Jan 2020
Diamond Schmitt Architects, working with KWC Architects, have designed a joint facility for Ottawa Public Library and Library and Archives Canada (OPL-LAC) aimed at creating an inspiring place for gathering, learning and discovery. The CAD$193m (US$146m, €132m, £111m) building is scheduled to open in 2024, will cover 216,000sq ft (20,000sq m) and be split across five floors. It will house shared resources for the organisations including exhibitions and collections space,
GSM Project creates immersive exhibitions for Canada Science and Technology Museum
by Kim Megson | 02 Dec 2017
Designers GSM Project have delivered three exhibition spaces for the new Canada Science and Technology Museum in Ottawa, allowing visitors to “discover innovations and technology through immersive experiences”. The three galleries include 19 integrated interactive and media displays and a number of large-scale exhibits. The first gallery, ‘Into the Great Outdoors’, showcases more than 100 years of technological developments geared toward conquering and roaming vast landscape – from bicycles to
National Arts Centre in Ottawa begins million-dollar makeover
by Kim Megson | 10 Feb 2016
A groundbreaking ceremony has been held to mark the beginning of “an architectural rejuvenation” for Canada’s National Arts Centre (NAC) in Ottawa. Toronto studio Diamond Schmitt Architects have designed a CAD$110m (US$79.3m, €40.4m, £54m) extension to the Brutalist 1960s structure, adding a new North Atrium and entrance made from glass and a marquee tower which will display live performances from the main stage on a huge screen. According to the
Design firm chosen for CA$51m Ottawa project
by Pete Hayman | 26 Oct 2011
The City of Ottawa has appointed Perkins+Will as design firm for a planned new CA$51m (£31.6m, EUR36.3m, US$50.6m) sports complex in Barrhaven South, Canada. Facilities will include two ice pads; a swimming pool; a large gymnasium; sports fields; and a state-of-the-art fitness centre, along with community centre space. Due for completion during the second half of 2014, the venue will form part of an integrated campus at Greenbank and Cambrian
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