Ontario Mission for the Deaf | Blackwell Structural Engineers

Category
Public Facilities and Institutions
Condos and Multiresidential
Completed
2008
Location
Barrie
Area
49,250 square feet
Architect
Montgomery Sisam

Program

In an eight-acre park overlooking Lake Simcoe, this building enables seniors who depend on a visually-oriented environment. It provides diffuse light from clerestory windows and skylights that eliminate harsh shadows and silhouettes. It features long clear spans that assist the use of sign language.

Awards
WoodWorks Multi-Unit Design Award, 2008
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Photos by Tom Arban