Contemporary Calgary
AI Article Summary
The Contemporary Calgary art institution is revamping the former Centennial Planetarium, a brutalist landmark in Calgary, to transform it into a premier modern and contemporary art destination. The project involves infilling the original multi-level entry to create a single-level, barrier-free entrance and adding new wings to increase gallery space. The revamp includes sustainability measures like significant envelope enhancements and geothermal piles to improve its energy efficiency. It aims to honor the original design while improving accessibility and operational performance.
What This Means for Canadian Contractors
This project shows how adaptive reuse of existing structures can align architectural heritage with modern sustainability goals. For Canadian builders, this means opportunities to leverage existing assets while integrating advanced energy-efficient technologies. Such projects may impact permit acquisition processes and necessitate innovative construction techniques to meet both aesthetic and environmental standards.
