PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The Library of Parliament was originally built in 1860 in the Neo-Gothic "High Victorian Gothic Revival" architectural style and it remains the most prominent example of what came to be considered as Canada's first national style. It survived the fire that consumed the parliament building in 1908 and was extensively altered in 1953 It is classified as a Historical Structure by the Federal Heritage Building Review Office (FHBRO) for its unique national significance. The qualities of its unique plan and its profile within the Parliament Building complex as well as the distinctive character of its features makes it a true Canadian iconic structure. The mandate from Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC) covered the restoration and conservation of the heritage structures and fabric as well as the renovation and fit-up of the library facilities including the reading room, librarian offices and collections storage. The scope of the project also involved the modernization of all building systems including the creation of a new underground mechanical room excavated in bedrock directly underneath the building. The restoration work covered metal roof cladding and structure, stone masonry, metal windows, as well as interior architectural woodwork, plasterwork and wood parquets.
Awards
2009 - Award of Excellence, Conservation and Restoration category, Quebec Order of Architects (OAQ)
2008 - Award of Excellence, Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals (CAHP)
2008 - Design Excellence Award, Ontario Association of Architects (OAA)
2007 - City of Ottawa Architectural Conservation Award, Adaptive Use Category |
