University of Toronto student residence

Residence design & construction

The University of Toronto awarded us the design-build contract for its new student residence, which will become one of the most energy-efficient buildings in Canada.

This building, which saw the start of construction in July 2020, will meet energy consumption standards, with energy-efficient features such as high-performance insulation and windows.

The residence will include these elements:

• 746 single- and double-occupancy, dormitory-style rooms with semi-private bathrooms
• A suite for the residence supervisor
• Three to four temporary rooms
• Two suites for visiting scholars
• Common areas for learning workshops
• Administrative offices
• A dining room
• Storage space
• Mixed-use spaces
• A rooftop garden
• A terrace

Our services included the management of the following elements:

• Project development
• Project design
• Coordination with design partners
• Site and construction operations
• Cost, risk and quality control
• Health and safety
• BIM coordination and innovation team support