West Vancouver Community Centre

West Vancouver Community Centre

West Vancouver, B.C.

Construction Cost: $35 million (Canadian)

Year in Showcase: 2010

Project Description

Building upon the architectural legacy of Canadian West Coast Modernism, the West Vancouver Community Centre looks boldly toward the future, while revitalizing an important civic site. Located on a site that contains a variety of civic buildings and functions, the project anchors the most important collection of public buildings in the municipality and adds focus to new and improved outdoor spaces.

The architectural form is a site-specific response to a series of particular restrictions and constraints. Experientially, the active spaces are filled with natural light and fresh air. The atrium, both a transparent welcoming gateway and the connective tissue between the community and aquatic centers, is a formal gathering space with views to the Great Lawn and mountains beyond. The building’s luminous three-story circulation spine works as the primary artery, linking gymnasiums, fitness rooms and wellness clinics both physically and visually. The spine is articulated along its length with an operable skylight that helps drive sunlight and facilitate the movement of fresh air.

The facility provides a comprehensive mix of community recreation and health functions, including spaces for sports, dance, art, health education, health clinics, music, childcare and social interaction. In doing so, it combines the operations of six different organizations (two public, two private and two nonprofit) in a seamless way so that public service and synergies are maximized.

Project Details

Occupancy: October 2008

Vendors

Climbing Walls: The Edge Climbing Wall Systems

Divider Curtains: Centaur

Flooring: Ican Tile Distribution

Flooring, Aerobics: Robbins Sports Surfaces

Gymnastics Equipment: Centaur

Lockers: Shanahan's Manufacturing

Shower/Toilet Partitions: Bobrick Washroom Equipment Inc.