Introducing a new facility to help decrease the risk of cancer with Fire Fighters. A new development that is implementing different type of sustainable features like green roof, solar panels to help with better air quality for fire fighters when at rest at base.
Before you look at the new plans, lets see why it is necessary for a renovation. This building was built in 1977, the ventilation in the building is poor which makes fire fighters at a higher risk of cancer. Everything is clustered in the building and there is no privacy given. In the new design, the building is divided in 3 parts. Hot zones, Transition Zones, Cold Zone. The new design has two separate exhaust system to help with air ventilation. Providing privacy in dorm areas and adding more space to kitchen and day room. Hallways are the transition zone allowing more separation and helps with a better circulation in the building. Detox Zone with additional ShowersEnsuring fire fighters to be healthy by designing a detox zone, right adjacent to the apparatus bay. This helps ensure that any toxic material picked up on site is to be removed in this area. This would limit the toxin level in the station. ElevationsDecided to add windows around the building to allow more sunlight and air in through. With the extension on NW corner, there will be more space in for kitchen/lounge area and patio area. Provided a balcony on the second floor for fire fighters to enjoy the view and breeze. Building SectionWith the addition to the south. we have increased room in the fitness center, washroom, change rooms and dorm rooms. The extensions has improved the quality of life for the fire fighters. The apparatus bay exterior finish is brick but the new extension will have a grey metal panels finish. Renderings of North and West ElevationThe new design is to help reduce the toxin level that is built in the apparatus bay. The new building is designed to help reduce the risk of cancer and to prevent the migration of toxins in and out of the building. 3D wall Section - Intent Statement
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