University of Toronto Faculty of Law, Jackman Law Building / Hariri Pontarini Architects + B+H Architects

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Toronto, Canada
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  16500
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2016
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Trillium Architectural Products
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University of Toronto Faculty of Law, Jackman Law Building / Hariri Pontarini Architects + B+H Architects - Facade
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Text description provided by the architects. An iconic new home for the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Law, the new Jackman Law building designed by Hariri Pontarini Architects and B+H Architects, ushers in a new era for the school’s law students.

University of Toronto Faculty of Law, Jackman Law Building / Hariri Pontarini Architects + B+H Architects - Facade
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Situated next to the university’s famed Philosopher’s Walk and overlooking Queen’s Park Crescent, a dramatic new façade comprised of glass and nickel fins bend along the curve of the street, distinguishing themselves as the most identifiable feature of this landmark new building.

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In total the renewal project introduces an additional 66,000 square feet, consolidating the previously dispersed faculty into one building, while also providing a new 210-student lecture hall, several seminar halls, new commons lounge and forum space, offices and food service space.

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The Osler Hoskin and Harcourt Atrium emerges as the new heart of the school. It features a three storey fireplace and large seating area that acts as a social hub, embracing a collaborative environment.

University of Toronto Faculty of Law, Jackman Law Building / Hariri Pontarini Architects + B+H Architects - Table, Chair
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The renovation of the outmoded and dark Bora Laskin Law Library into a luminous pavilion--naturally lit on three sides—with the stunning 2-storey Torys Hall reading room at its centre takes the notion of collaboration one step further. Gone are the days of the library so quiet you can hear a pin drop. Modern study spaces have opened up to facilitate discussion and interaction, better reflecting the conditions of today’s workplace.

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University of Toronto’s Faculty of Law Building won the Canadian Architect Award of Excellence in 2013 and was completed in the Fall of 2016.

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Address:Queens Park, Toronto, ON M5S, Canada

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Cite: "University of Toronto Faculty of Law, Jackman Law Building / Hariri Pontarini Architects + B+H Architects" 23 Nov 2016. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/799800/university-of-toronto-faculty-of-law-jackman-law-building-b-plus-h-architects-plus-hariri-pontarini-architects> ISSN 0719-8884

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