Holcim Awards 2008 North America

Acknowledgement: Minimal-impact North Vancouver Outdoor School, Canada

Type of project:
Architecture (education)
Start of construction:
July 2008
Main author:
McFarland Marceau Architects - Ron Kato (formerly Larry McFarland Architects, now Ron Kato Architect), and Larry McFarland and Craig Duffield (formerly Larry McFarland Architects,now McFarland Marceau Architects), Vancouver, Canada

Project Summary
Damaged by frequent, serious flooding, an environmental learning center that has fallen into disrepair over the years will be rebuilt. The Minimalimpact North Vancouver Outdoor School is completely self-reliant and CO2-neutral. Elevated on a structural platform offering spectacular views and access to nature, the building’s placement also offers protection against future flood concerns.