Article source: PUBLIC: Architecture + Communication

Sensitive preservation of a heritage architectural masterwork, the SFU Plaza Renewal fulfils the University’s vision for dynamic integration of innovative education, cutting-edge research, and far-reaching community engagement. The upgrades to the outdoor central spine, a processional route of great significance to the campus, have greatly improved users’ experience by aesthetic renewal and improvement of the campus outdoor public space.

Built in 1965, the Erickson / Massey Simon Fraser University Campus is among the most significant pieces of Canadian architecture. The Plaza serves a double function as a public space and as a roof sheltering education spaces beneath. After fifty years of use, the roofing membrane and finishes gravely needed renewal.

Image Courtesy © Barrie Underhill

• Architects: PUBLIC: Architecture + Communication
• Project: SFU Burnaby Plaza Renewal
• Location: Greater Vancouver, Canada
• Photography: Barrie Underhill
• Project size: 23600 m2
• Project Budget: $50000000
• Completion date: 2021

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