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Campus1 MTL

Design Practice:

Diamond Schmitt Architects

Project Title:

Campus1 MTL

Project Location:

Quebec, Canada

Design Practice Location:

Ontario, Canada


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Campus1 MTL

A 19-storey former hotel on the McGill University campus in Montreal has been converted to a student residence. The design challenge went beyond the bricks and mortar architecture; the space had to promote a sense of community and social engagement. The design integrates programmed and unprogrammed space, which allows students to make the space their own. A seating niche is located opposite the main security desk and is highlighted with a bold graphic that is now in the residence’s branding. The ground floor is pulled together by a multi-tiered mountain inspired by the city’s Mount Royal, which creates a hangout space that is highlighted by a cloud of curved linear Sketch light pendants. In addition to a collaborative media module, study room and classroom, the main floor also has a café and games room, setting the stage for work and play.

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