Executive Summary
Diamond Schmitt and MVRDV have collaborated on a new research building for the University of Toronto, integrating Indigenous design principles with state-of-the-art research facilities, poised to become a distinctive landmark of culture and academia on campus.
Analytical Insights
- The Temerty Building, a collaborative design by Diamond Schmitt and MVRDV, profoundly integrates Indigenous design principles to foster a space rich in cultural significance and academic function.
- Situated at the edge of a campus lawn at the University of Toronto's St. George campus, the building's terraced form respects and connects with the surrounding landscape.
- Hosting the Temerty Faculty, this project underscores the university's commitment to advancing interdisciplinary research while honoring Indigenous heritage.