Ontario Construction News staff writer
Pickering College has started construction on West Lake House, a historic addition to the campus.
The project will add 50,000 sq. ft. of learning space and feature a 600-seat auditorium for full school gatherings, science labs, a makerspace, a Junior School wing, music and theatre rooms, an arts room, and will be home to the school’s radio station.
The building was designed by Diamond Schmitt Architects Inc. and will be built by construction firm Maystar General Contractors.
“Our aim is to design a building true to Quaker design principles for Pickering College that facilitates campus growth,” says Gary Watson, one of the architects of West Lake House with Diamond Schmitt. “The design of West Lake House embodies the ideals of the school and its ambitions, while respecting its site, community and history. It will provide a space to nurture future global leaders.”
Fundraising for West Lake House has been supported by the entire school community including current and past parents, staff, faculty, alumni, and other friends of the school. West Lake House will be an incredible addition to the Pickering College campus for this and future generations of students.
“I am so excited to see what happens when we have inspired faculty and staff, and ambitious and creative students learning in West Lake House,” said Cinde Lock, head of school. “The addition of West Lake House to our campus will give us the space to grow and to thrive. We are so grateful to our donors for their support and the critical role they play in making learning opportunities at Pickering College possible.”
