Trinity Western University Fosmark Building
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2
Storeys
39,750
Total Square Feet
Project DETAILS
Program
- Extensive 2-storey exterior renovation and addition that features a blend of Palladian/Classical proportions with modern, West Coast architecture
- A piece of the original chapel’s heritage was preserved by reusing the stone inside the new building and incorporating large projecting gables, as well as round and butterfly entrance canopies that reference both the architecture style of that era and the original chapel vernacular
- Elements of heavy timber were used to incorporate the natural BC surroundings while creating a welcoming place
Systems
- Wood-frame construction building
- Exterior finishes include heavy timbers, corrugated metal, and recycled stone