Location
  • Calgary, AB
Client
  • University of Calgary
Completion
2011
Size
  • 24,000 sq m
  • 258,334 sq ft
Sustainability
  • LEED® Platinum certified
Collaborators
  • EllisDon
  • RJC Engineers
  • Stebnicki Engineering
DIALOG Services
  • Architecture
  • Interior Design
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Structural Engineering
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The Energy Environment Experiential Learning (EEEL) project responds to the necessity for modern, high calibre undergraduate learning environments at one of Canada’s leading research universities.

EEEL serves as a learning environment demonstrating that a building has impacts upon itself, its users, the immediate landscape, the region and the world beyond. EEEL was designed as a facility that interacts with the visitor through a science on display theme that attempts to illustrate the concepts of energy use, sustainability, and their effect on the environment. The theme of means teaching spaces are available for view through generous internal and external glazing. Building mechanical, electrical and structural systems are exposed as for teaching and demonstration.
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Modern high-calibre learning The facility provides instructional space for expanded programs in energy and environments, new laboratories for biology and chemistry, and additional administrative space.
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Highlighting sustainability EEEL incorporates many highly visible sustainable design features including an extensive shading system with automated shades, occupancy controlled lighting systems.
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Science on display Learning spaces are available for view through the extensive use of interior glass walls.
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Reducing energy use Mechanical, HVAC and plumbing systems have all been designed to reduce energy use and have minimal impact on the environment.
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Making use of available light EEEL is designed to maximize daylight penetration into the learning and public spaces.
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Flexible space The lobby and central staircase allow maximum flexibility for hosting university and public events. 
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Reducing light pollution The exterior façade glazing keeps light pollution to a minimum. At night, EEEL emits a warm, welcoming glow, inviting visitors to explore the area.
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Locally sourced materials Recycled, sustainably-harvested and locally sourced materials are featured throughout. EEEL makes extensive use of Forest Stewardship Council wood.
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Room for growth The building was designed to accommodate an additional 1000 students in energy and environmental programs.

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EEEL 01

Floorplate section

This perspective allows designers to see how the floorplates interact.

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Daylight section

This perspective shows how daylight is able to penetrate well into the interior spaces.

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EEEL 03

Courtyard sketch

Visulaizing the exterior courtyard through a sketch.

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Exterior sketch

The completed building is depicted on site.

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Awards

2011 Outstanding Environmental Contribution Award , The Calgary Awards

2013 Special Jury Award for Outstanding Achievement, AIBC Architectural Awards

2012 Excellence in Architecture for a New Building, Society for College and University Planning

2013 Mayor's Urban Design Awards - Civic Design Projects, The City of Calgary

2012 Award of Merit, Prairie Design Awards

2015 AZ Awards for Design Excellence, Azure Magazine

2012 Award of Excellence: Building Engineering, Consulting Engineers of Alberta

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