A panorama shot of the exterior of the Niagara College - SAC.

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Niagara College – New Athletics / SAC / Learning Commons Project

Client

Niagara College Canada

Budget

$18 Million

Size

72,000 sf.

Completed

September 2010

Delivery Model

Design-Bid-Build

Sector

Multi-Use Recreation Facilities

Post Secondary Education

Architect

architects Tillmann Ruth Robinson Inc.

The Student Athletic Centre project at Niagara College consisted of a new 2-storey building to house a 72,000 square foot facility and a 14,400 square foot learning commons courtyard as well as associated support spaces. The new facilities were constructed in close coordination with the campus staff in order to ensure that college activities were not interrupted. This project was completed according to schedule and all proper commissioning and closeout documentation was provided in compliance to the specifications. Effective communication and project management was maintained throughout the project construction with all appropriate parties.

“Aquicon took on complex projects with high standards, under tough constraints in both time and space. This project was completed in a timely, professional and thoroughly cooperative fashion.”

John Gittings, Director, Facilities Management Services, Niagara College

The glass facade of the Niagara College - SAC.
A basketball game at the Niagara College - SAC.
The lounge area of the Niagara College - SAC used by students for studying and eating.

In constructing the Learning Commons area, the existing courtyard was enclosed with an open-concept roof structure consisting of a structural steel framing and an aluminum curtain wall glazing with aluminum panels and masonry bricks. Interior finishes include wood, flooring, ceramics, floating drywall ceilings, wood paneling and exposed polished concrete.

This shot shows students enjoying the lounge area of the Niagara College - SAC.
The hallway of the Niagara College - SAC with a flight of stairs.
Two students strolling in the corridor of the Niagara College - SAC.
An aerial shot of the stairs of the Niagara College - SAC.
The arcades of the exterior of the Niagara College - SAC at dusk.

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