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- Project uploaded by Canadian Wood Council on 10-08-2024
- Project last updated by Canadian Wood Council on 11-21-2024
Olds College, Werklund Agriculture and Technology Centre
Olds, ABThe renovation and expansion of the James Murray Building transforms a formerly introverted space into a vibrant hub of agribusiness and agronomy innovation. Central to the design is a new atrium, defined by woven glulam beams that evoke the ordered patterns of farming fields. The use of wood, particularly the crossing glulams and Douglas fir GLT decking, brings warmth and a natural aesthetic that reflects the building’s agricultural focus. Clerestory windows flood the atrium with natural light and emphasize the connection between earth and sky. The wood’s acoustic properties ensure the space remains comfortable and inviting, supporting collaboration and learning. This thoughtful use of timber in both structure and design creates a dynamic, open space, enhancing student culture and creating a new heart for the campus.
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Project Details
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Year Built
2022
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Number Of Stories
2
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Bldg system
Mass Timber
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Square footage
33,250
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Building Type:
Educational
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Material Types:
Mass Timber
Glue-Laminated Timber (GLT or glulam)
Project Team
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Kalesnikoff Wood Supplier
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Chandos Construction General Contractor
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GGA-Architecture Architect/Firm
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GGA-Architecture Photographer
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Jason Dziver Photographer Photographer
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LEX3 Engineering Structural Engineer
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Olds College Owner/Developer
Version History
- Project uploaded by Canadian Wood Council on 10-08-2024
- Project last updated by Canadian Wood Council on 11-21-2024
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