Edmcowboy11
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Great addition to the campus. I can't wait for the building to be fully operational.
University Commons | ?m | 7s | U of A | GEC
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_Citizen_Dane_
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Photos from a recent tour I was a part of. From left-to-right: the view from the sixth(?) storey lookout; the north-face of the 1922 building, which now fronts an atrium; the restored ex-Medical Reading Room; one of two ex-lecture theatres. The last two are particularly interesting. Both of their ornate ceilings (the latter of which features a clearstory for natural lighting) were covered by drop ceilings for some fifty-plus years.
Edit: It was confirmed that the building would be open for Fall 2024.
Edit: It was confirmed that the building would be open for Fall 2024.
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CplKlinger
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I took this on a whim
Dubas
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From Clark Builders:
”Originally built in 1922, this historic landmark has undergone a massive renovation, including the demolition of the east, west, and north wings, and the construction of a new addition that is attached to the original structure. The project also included a new link and upgraded entrance to the South Academic Building, which is currently open for student and faculty use. All that remains on the project is the tenant improvements, which we are currently working on.”
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”Originally built in 1922, this historic landmark has undergone a massive renovation, including the demolition of the east, west, and north wings, and the construction of a new addition that is attached to the original structure. The project also included a new link and upgraded entrance to the South Academic Building, which is currently open for student and faculty use. All that remains on the project is the tenant improvements, which we are currently working on.”
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Clearshades
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Utterly stunning if I may say so.
CplKlinger
Senior Member
The lens flair is haunting me but that's the best I could get it with my phone. Pictures taken last night. I absolutely love the glass design.
archited
Senior Member
You have a "flair" for the artistic!
IceCreamMan
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scyeg
Active Member
I got a tour of this building this morning and I was too in awe to take any pics. It is absolutely stunning. Everything from the restoration of the 1922 building to the new glass tower and how it was incorporated into the old building is exceptional. This is an incredible project and will end up being the jewel of the university and something you want to bring visitors to the city to see.
Edmcowboy11
Senior Member
So when will the building be open and any idea who is going to occupy this building?
dunno
Active Member
Literally on this page it says Fall '24
fromyeg
Active Member
Very cool building.
Edmcowboy11
Senior Member
So Building open yet?
CplKlinger
Senior Member
IanO
Superstar
Some amazing shots.
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This week’s theme showcases ERA’s work in the educational sector across Canada. Happy back to school season!
First up takes us to Edmonton and the University of Alberta.
ERA Architects and GEC Architecture collaborated to redevelop the historic Dentistry Pharmacy Building (now known as University Commons) designed by the distinguished Percy Nobbs. The project brought new teaching, academic, and administrative spaces to campus while preserving the 1922 building’s cherished historic features.
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ERA Architects Inc.
This week’s theme showcases ERA’s work in the educational sector across Canada. Happy back to school season!First up takes us to Edmonton and the University of Alberta.
ERA Architects and GEC Architecture collaborated to redevelop the historic Dentistry Pharmacy Building (now known as University Commons) designed by the distinguished Percy Nobbs. The project brought new teaching, academic, and administrative spaces to campus while preserving the 1922 building’s cherished historic features.
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