Working in association with Perkins+Will, MZE Architects led construction administration and field review for the  Kiwanis Aquatics Centre & Dr. Huq Family Branch Library,  addressing the City’s need for expanded recreational and  library facilities. The 4,644sm building integrates  seamlessly into Lester B. Pearson Park, utilizing an  underused site and enhancing connectivity through  pedestrian pathways, indigenous landscaping, and an  outdoor amphitheater. Designed around two splayed  wings, the structure responds to the site’s geometry and  streetscape, with a distinctive butterfly roof inspired by  Niagara’s park pavilions. Large overhangs and canopy  elements regulate sunlight and glare while reinforcing a  fluid indoor-outdoor connection. The extensive use of  natural materials, including limestone, clay brick, and  Douglas Fir timber, enhances sustainability and  harmonizes with the park’s natural setting, creating a  vibrant and enduring community space.

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