Size: 101,150 sq ft
Location: Quarry Park

CHALLENGE:

Helping Build Better Cities. The primary goal of the Qualico project was to amalgamate a variety of Business Units within the Qualico brand into one building, to be a cohesive unit all under one roof.
As a well-established Canadian based company comprised of home builders, community and commercial developers, property management groups, and building material services, the design intent was to deliver a common area vision that served all, yet represented each individually branded business unit.

STRATEGY:

The phrase ‘it starts with the dirt’ has historical significance to Qualico, and became a jumping off point for the project. Conceptually the design needed to reflect a space that was down to earth and foundational for a company known for its quality, resilience and innovation.
As developers, a focus on sustainable material use, biophilia, and innovation played a large role in the design development.

DELIVERY:

Biophilic City. A harmonious balance of nature and architecture, like the ideal city fostering well being of the residents. Unique neighborhoods are defined yet reflect the larger community and culture. Business Units evolved into ‘neighbourhoods’, and corridors and collab spaces transitioned into ‘parks’ and ‘pathways’ with plants and thoughtful material usage providing intentional wayfinding in each Business Unit. The reception space is a warm and welcoming environment driven by materials such as a rough stone reception desk against a soft leathered backdrop, a bright two-sided fireplace surrounded by rich warm wood shelving to showcase the accolades of the Qualico brand. Unique lighting elements carry through to the windowed lounge where clients and visitors can gather in comfort.