Points of Interest 01
Bowing to nature
Geothermal energy is the main energy source and is distributed through a radiant slab system.
Quest University, placed and operating on ancestral lands of the Squamish Nation, is in the heart of Sea to Sky country. The project began with a master plan, which led to new construction consisting of a recreation centre, a learning centre, a 350-seat dining hall, and an academic building. The juxtaposition of the campus and the mountainside created an opportunity for design focused on breathtaking views and inspired academia. Sustainable design lies at the core of the strategy, with, for example, geothermal energy distributed through a radiant slab system as the main energy source.
Points of Interest 01
Geothermal energy is the main energy source and is distributed through a radiant slab system.
Points of Interest 02
Siting was sensitive to the existing conditions of the landscape to minimize rock blasting while retaining the maximum number of trees.
Points of Interest 03
Moreover, the design of interior and exterior spaces was governed by solar orientation.