The Supply Depot

Adaptive Reuse and Addition

2024

Academic: Individual
Duration: Architectural Design Studio 3 (Fall 2024)
Institution: Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape & Design, University of Toronto
Instructor: Laurence Holland, Sessional Lecturer
Programs Used: Rhino 7, Revit, Enscape Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator

As climate challenges grow, the military’s role is shifting from combat toward disaster relief and resilience, requiring a rethinking of how urban spaces integrate military functions. Downsview Park, a former air force base and aircraft manufacturing site, offers a unique opportunity for adaptive reuse. The proposal transforms the existing Supply Depot into a hub for sustainable research facilities while incorporating military housing. This transformation builds on the military’s foundation, expanding its role in civic resilience, sustainability, and urban innovation.

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