Heritage

The most important aspect of heritage projects is the cultural understanding of site context and history. One of the main steps necessary is to preserve key qualities of the structure. This also includes celebrating materiality and highlighting the character of the building, both interior and exterior. Integrated into the process is the implementation of new technology to meet clients’ expectations, optimizing comfort and efficiency necessary for the programs involved.

Former New Toronto Public Utilities Building

This project includes the upgrading and repairing of this historically significant buildings. This building was the former public utilities office for the Town of New Toronto. Its style is neoclassic Georgian. Upgrading services included the addition of air conditioning and repair of existing windows and masonry facades. The exterior terrace was reconstructed and exterior metal work replaced with designed elements in a historically accurate style.