University of Toronto: Schwartz Reisman Innovation Centre
The new Schwartz Reisman Innovation Centre at the University of Toronto powers Canadian innovation and helps researchers explore the intersection of technology and society. Thanks to a gift from Gerald Schwartz and Heather Reisman to the University, the Centre has created the country’s largest university-based innovation node.
The 750,000-square-foot complex occupies one of Toronto’s most iconic locations, the northeast corner of College and Queen’s Park.
Designed by WEISS/MANFREDI, the Schwartz Reisman Innovation Centre is a showcase for “innovation architecture.” The Centre’s stunning layout features vertical gardens, soaring atria and collaborative spaces. It promotes intellectual exchange by inviting the public to take part in events and interact with scholars and innovators.
The Centre was constructed in two phases. The first phase was a 250,000-square-foot, 12-storey tower, while the second phase was a 500,000-square-foot, 20-storey tower.
All renderings ©Weiss/Manfredi Architect
Walters was responsible for connection engineering, detailing, fabricating and installing approximately 400 tons of structural steel and deck.
Additionally, our role included supplying and installing 270 tons of structural steel for the west tower, primarily at the top of house. We were partnered with EllisDon on this innovative project.
The installation work occurred adjacent to College Street in a very congested part of Toronto. A lot of coordination was required with concrete trade, sequencing interfaces between steel and concrete.
