The renovation of Suite 3161 at the Vancouver Island Technology Park transforms a former government office into a clinical learning environment for UBC’s Master of Speech Language Pathology and Physical Therapy programs. Designed for UVic Properties, the project introduces teaching rooms, labs, and collaborative spaces within an existing institutional building, creating a modern, adaptable setting for interdisciplinary education.
Highlights
The project entails the redevelopment of Suite 3161 into Clinical Teaching Rooms and remote audio/video teaching rooms tailored for UBC’s medical training programs.
Designed to support interdisciplinary collaboration between Speech Language Pathology and Physical Therapy students in one shared, technologically enhanced spaces.
Inclusion of academic support and administrative spaces, including a staff lounge.
Sustainable design principles include blackout blinds for energy efficiency and HVAC systems engineered for 24/7 AV equipment cooling with local controls.
Heightened focus on acoustic separations and performances due to the teaching aspects and audio video standards.
