ryerson university

 
 

The concept for this design is to create a dynamic living environment that feeds the body and the mind - twisted six story rectangles stack at 90 degrees creating an iconic building form.

 
 

The design features dorm floors either oriented north/south or east/west. The six colleges each have a unique identity, allowing students to "discover themselves" within a like-minded community. Each has varied communal spaces/activities encouraging students to visit all six colleges.

 
 

The open structure and building make student life visible to the whole city and the community. This creates an active and transparent connection to Toronto. Some amenities include outdoor spaces, streets, gathering places, cafes, food, gardens and a gym.

 
 
 
 
 
 

Students are encouraged to have a more holistic life style, learning how to feed the body and mind. Prominent pedestrian and biking ramps symbolize this new integrated life style and a powerful urban gesture.