Birds Hill Shower and Washroom Facility

Client

Honourable Minister of Manitoba Conservation

Prime Consultant

MMP Architects Inc.

Location

Bird Hill Provinical Park, Manitoba

Description

From floor to ceiling, from fixtures to soap dishes, from sinks to benches, everything in the new Birds Hill Provincial Park shower facility is made of concrete. Westland Construction was proud to serve as the General Contractor for this 3,800 sq. ft. building that features solar panels, sloped walls, a green roof, radiant in-floor heating and a drain water heat exchanger. The building includes washrooms, 16 regular showers, two family showers and two barrier-free showers.

The intricacy of the project was amplified with a complex concrete job that challenged Westland to get it right the first time. Together with Lafarge and Agilia Architectural, Westland was able to get the right type of pour for the angles, edges and finishes to produce a striking v-shaped design that impresses park-goers.

The facility, which opened in the spring of 2011, is expected to have a 50-year lifespan. As a concrete structure, it will easily withstand the wear and tear that comes with an annual park crowd of 750,000.

"We love it when a project like this comes along to stretch us," says Peter Grose, Westland President and CEO. "We really enjoy working with innovative designs, remarkable materials, skilled suppliers and engaged clients."

Westland Construction is proud to share in a Prairie Design Award -- Award of Merit in the "small projects" category, recognizing this innovative and environmentally-friendly project.

 

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