Project
AP018.S1.1983.PR02
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This project series documents the design and construction of the new National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa, Ontario from 1983-1988. The office identified the project number as 8303. In 1977, Parkin Architects Planners won a limited architectural competition for their design of the new National Gallery of Canada. However, after cited lack of funds, and controversies over the chosen site as well as how the competition was run, the newly formed Canada Museums Construction Company sought another design and architect for the new National Gallery. The building site was also moved from its original location near the Canadian parliament buildings on Wellington Street to the corner of Sussex Drive and St Patrick Street. Eventually, Moshe Safdie, in joint venture with Parkin Architects Planners, were chosen as the architects for the project. Parkin was the minor partner in this joint venture and his firm's work seemed to focus more on construction than design. The dispute over this decision can be found in the textual records of project series AP018.S1.1976.PR23 in this fonds. This project was commissioned by Public Works Canada and the Canada Museum Construction Company, both federal government agencies. The project is recorded through drawings, photographs and textual records dating from 1976-1989. The drawings consist largely of structural and construction drawings for the project. Some drawings in this project series were prepared by Public Works Canada. The textual records for this project include specifications, financial records, change order documentation, correspondence, interoffice letters, documentation on the competition controversy and competition reports. The textual records also focus heavily on a dispute between Parkin/Safdie and the client regarding the architects' professional fees.
1976-1989
National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa, Ontario (1983)
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AP018.S1.1983.PR02
Description:
This project series documents the design and construction of the new National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa, Ontario from 1983-1988. The office identified the project number as 8303. In 1977, Parkin Architects Planners won a limited architectural competition for their design of the new National Gallery of Canada. However, after cited lack of funds, and controversies over the chosen site as well as how the competition was run, the newly formed Canada Museums Construction Company sought another design and architect for the new National Gallery. The building site was also moved from its original location near the Canadian parliament buildings on Wellington Street to the corner of Sussex Drive and St Patrick Street. Eventually, Moshe Safdie, in joint venture with Parkin Architects Planners, were chosen as the architects for the project. Parkin was the minor partner in this joint venture and his firm's work seemed to focus more on construction than design. The dispute over this decision can be found in the textual records of project series AP018.S1.1976.PR23 in this fonds. This project was commissioned by Public Works Canada and the Canada Museum Construction Company, both federal government agencies. The project is recorded through drawings, photographs and textual records dating from 1976-1989. The drawings consist largely of structural and construction drawings for the project. Some drawings in this project series were prepared by Public Works Canada. The textual records for this project include specifications, financial records, change order documentation, correspondence, interoffice letters, documentation on the competition controversy and competition reports. The textual records also focus heavily on a dispute between Parkin/Safdie and the client regarding the architects' professional fees.
Project
1976-1989
DR1988:0437:049
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- This etching for a fireworks construction or macchina represents a villa decorated with antique statues,including busts, hermes, and full figure works.
temporary architecture
printed 1774
Etching of Posi's design for the "seconda macchina" of 1774
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DR1988:0437:049
Description:
- This etching for a fireworks construction or macchina represents a villa decorated with antique statues,including busts, hermes, and full figure works.
temporary architecture
Project
AP018.S1.1980.PR15
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This project series documents additions and alterations to the Beaverbrook Art Gallery in Fredericton, New Brunswick from 1981-1986. The office identified this project as 8018. The Beaverbrook Art Gallery, located beside the St. John River, was designed by Neil Stewart in 1956. The additions and alterations to the original design consisted of the addition of an east wing to the existing structure as well as upgrades to mechanical and electrical systems. A feasibility study was conducted and two schemes were proposed for the project. The project is recorded through textual records, drawings, and site and construction photographs. The feasibility study is recorded through reprographic copies of drawings. The textual records show client correspondence, site planning, contractor and consultant work, construction and associated shop drawings. Textual documents also record a lawsuit brought against the firm by project consultants ADI Limited following construction.
1980-1986
Beaverbrook Art Gallery, Additions and Alterations, Fredericton, New Brunswick (1980-1983)
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AP018.S1.1980.PR15
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This project series documents additions and alterations to the Beaverbrook Art Gallery in Fredericton, New Brunswick from 1981-1986. The office identified this project as 8018. The Beaverbrook Art Gallery, located beside the St. John River, was designed by Neil Stewart in 1956. The additions and alterations to the original design consisted of the addition of an east wing to the existing structure as well as upgrades to mechanical and electrical systems. A feasibility study was conducted and two schemes were proposed for the project. The project is recorded through textual records, drawings, and site and construction photographs. The feasibility study is recorded through reprographic copies of drawings. The textual records show client correspondence, site planning, contractor and consultant work, construction and associated shop drawings. Textual documents also record a lawsuit brought against the firm by project consultants ADI Limited following construction.
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1980-1986
Project
AP018.S1.1981.PR01
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This project series documents the design and construction of the physical training facilities at the Canadian Coast Guard College in Sydney, Nova Scotia from 1981-1985. The office identified the project number as 8101. This project consisted of two, two-storey buildings, one with a gymnasium and the other with a swimming pool, connected to one another by change rooms. Another small building connected to these contained a classroom, squash court, first aid, weight training room and instructor's office. This project also included an outdoor sports field, car park and site work. The building was commissioned by Public Works Canada, a federal agency. The project is recorded through drawings, photographs and textual records dating from 1981-1985. The drawings consist of plans, elevations, sections, and construction drawings for the building, as well as site plans for the exterior aspects of the project. The textual records include project notes, correspondence, construction documentation, contract and technical data, tender documents, conference, meeting and design reports, and the project proposal.
1981-1985
Canadian Coast Guard College, Physical Training Facilities, Sydney, Nova Scotia (1981-1985)
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AP018.S1.1981.PR01
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This project series documents the design and construction of the physical training facilities at the Canadian Coast Guard College in Sydney, Nova Scotia from 1981-1985. The office identified the project number as 8101. This project consisted of two, two-storey buildings, one with a gymnasium and the other with a swimming pool, connected to one another by change rooms. Another small building connected to these contained a classroom, squash court, first aid, weight training room and instructor's office. This project also included an outdoor sports field, car park and site work. The building was commissioned by Public Works Canada, a federal agency. The project is recorded through drawings, photographs and textual records dating from 1981-1985. The drawings consist of plans, elevations, sections, and construction drawings for the building, as well as site plans for the exterior aspects of the project. The textual records include project notes, correspondence, construction documentation, contract and technical data, tender documents, conference, meeting and design reports, and the project proposal.
Project
1981-1985
textual records
ARCH256203
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9 files - construction reports, correspondence with client and engineers, minutes, defects, remedial work, written notes, costs, doors, preliminary program, glazing failures.
1981-1986
Reports, correspondence, minutes, notes
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ARCH256203
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9 files - construction reports, correspondence with client and engineers, minutes, defects, remedial work, written notes, costs, doors, preliminary program, glazing failures.
textual records
1981-1986
Project
AP178.S1.1972.PR02
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This project series documents the Banco Pinto & Sotto Mayor agência e clube in Lamego, Portugal. While the records were held in the office’s archives this project was assigned the number 8/70. In the past the office identified the project as number 130 A. The office assigned the dates 1972-1974 to this project. This project series combines two projects, consisting of renovations to a bank and a club in Lamego. The construction work included modifications to the pavement, ceilings and walls. Documenting the project are sketches, studies and working drawings. Photographs, negatives, contact sheets, photomontages and slides depict the project site and surrounding area as well as the construction work. Textual documentation includes project documentation and correspondence.
1970-1980
Banco Pinto & Sotto Mayor, agência e clube [Pinto & Sotto Mayor bank agency and club], Lamego, Portugal (1972-1974)
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AP178.S1.1972.PR02
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This project series documents the Banco Pinto & Sotto Mayor agência e clube in Lamego, Portugal. While the records were held in the office’s archives this project was assigned the number 8/70. In the past the office identified the project as number 130 A. The office assigned the dates 1972-1974 to this project. This project series combines two projects, consisting of renovations to a bank and a club in Lamego. The construction work included modifications to the pavement, ceilings and walls. Documenting the project are sketches, studies and working drawings. Photographs, negatives, contact sheets, photomontages and slides depict the project site and surrounding area as well as the construction work. Textual documentation includes project documentation and correspondence.
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1970-1980
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AP018.S1.1966.PR01
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This project series documents the construction of the Etobicoke General Hospital in Etobicoke, Ontario from 1966-1971. The office identified the project number as 6601. The project consisted of the design and construction of a twelve storey hospital building. The area of the building was 409,000 square feet and included 500 beds, diagnostic and treatment facilities, laboratories, administrative spaces, a cafeteria, and a staff lounge. This project was considered to be the first phase of construction at the time, with a medical office building and educational facilities to be added later on. The building was also designed to accommodate future vertical and horizontal expansion. John C. Parkin was originally hired for this project while he was working at the firm John B. Parkin Associates. This firm eventually evolved under new ownership, and was referred to as Searle Wilbee Rowland and later, as NORR. John C. Parkin left this firm during the project and continued work for the Etobicoke General Hospital under his new firm Parkin Architects Planners. All three firm names are present within materials for this project. The project is recorded through reprographic copies of drawings, including a presentation board, dating from 1968-1976. These drawings include as-built drawings, site plans, floor plans, elevations, sections, details, and construction schedules.
1968-1976
Etobicoke General Hospital, Etobicoke, Ontario (1966-1971)
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AP018.S1.1966.PR01
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This project series documents the construction of the Etobicoke General Hospital in Etobicoke, Ontario from 1966-1971. The office identified the project number as 6601. The project consisted of the design and construction of a twelve storey hospital building. The area of the building was 409,000 square feet and included 500 beds, diagnostic and treatment facilities, laboratories, administrative spaces, a cafeteria, and a staff lounge. This project was considered to be the first phase of construction at the time, with a medical office building and educational facilities to be added later on. The building was also designed to accommodate future vertical and horizontal expansion. John C. Parkin was originally hired for this project while he was working at the firm John B. Parkin Associates. This firm eventually evolved under new ownership, and was referred to as Searle Wilbee Rowland and later, as NORR. John C. Parkin left this firm during the project and continued work for the Etobicoke General Hospital under his new firm Parkin Architects Planners. All three firm names are present within materials for this project. The project is recorded through reprographic copies of drawings, including a presentation board, dating from 1968-1976. These drawings include as-built drawings, site plans, floor plans, elevations, sections, details, and construction schedules.
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1968-1976
drawings
AP178.S1.2003.PR02.008.1
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Original file title: Palazzo Donaregina Napoli esquisso 1 prilimary, ponte, facciata This file also includes photographs of construction work and photocopies of sketches.
2004-2005
Annotated working drawings and preliminary drawings, Recupero del Palazzo Donnaregina / Museu de Arte Contemporâneo, Naples (folder 1 of 3)
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AP178.S1.2003.PR02.008.1
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Original file title: Palazzo Donaregina Napoli esquisso 1 prilimary, ponte, facciata This file also includes photographs of construction work and photocopies of sketches.
drawings
2004-2005
textual records
DR2012:0015:022:008
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File containing documents in English (predominant), with French and Hebrew, including invitations, correspondence and press clippings related to the following events and/or projects: - Parables and other allegories: the work of Melvin Charney, 1975-1990; - Corridart; - CCA garden; - Canadian tribute to human rights; - A construction in Venice; - Skyscraper, waterfall, brooks - a construction; - La ville: art et architecture en Europe, 1870-1993; - Grand opening of the Canadian Centre for Architecture; - Canadian pavilion for the Osaka World Fair; - Canada Council grants; - Montréal: plus ou moins?; - Chicago construction; - Drawings and constructions.
1967-1972, 1976-1997, 2010
Press clippings related to Melvin Charney's projects and events
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DR2012:0015:022:008
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File containing documents in English (predominant), with French and Hebrew, including invitations, correspondence and press clippings related to the following events and/or projects: - Parables and other allegories: the work of Melvin Charney, 1975-1990; - Corridart; - CCA garden; - Canadian tribute to human rights; - A construction in Venice; - Skyscraper, waterfall, brooks - a construction; - La ville: art et architecture en Europe, 1870-1993; - Grand opening of the Canadian Centre for Architecture; - Canadian pavilion for the Osaka World Fair; - Canada Council grants; - Montréal: plus ou moins?; - Chicago construction; - Drawings and constructions.
textual records
1967-1972, 1976-1997, 2010
Sub-series
AP178.S1.1988.PR07.SS3
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This project subseries documents the restoration of the Câmara Chaves building in Lisbon, Portugal. While the records were held in the office’s archives this project was assigned the number 58/80 N 7. The office assigned the date 1991-1996 for this project. The Câmara Chaves building was part of Bloco A and identified as building 7 in Siza's reconstruction plan. Documenting this project subseries are sketches, studies, plans, elevations, working drawings and details. There are photographs, negatives, and slides that show the construction site and the building before, during and after construction. Textual materials include project documentation and details of the mechanical work. It is important to note that documentation about this project can also be found in subseries Master plans and exterior spaces work (AP178.S1.1988.PR07.SS1).
1988-2003
Câmara Chaves, Bloco A, Reconstrução do Chiado, Lisbon (1988-1998)
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AP178.S1.1988.PR07.SS3
Description:
This project subseries documents the restoration of the Câmara Chaves building in Lisbon, Portugal. While the records were held in the office’s archives this project was assigned the number 58/80 N 7. The office assigned the date 1991-1996 for this project. The Câmara Chaves building was part of Bloco A and identified as building 7 in Siza's reconstruction plan. Documenting this project subseries are sketches, studies, plans, elevations, working drawings and details. There are photographs, negatives, and slides that show the construction site and the building before, during and after construction. Textual materials include project documentation and details of the mechanical work. It is important to note that documentation about this project can also be found in subseries Master plans and exterior spaces work (AP178.S1.1988.PR07.SS1).
Project
1988-2003