Halifax, N.S.

Beauty and function come together in this spectacular $17-million addition to the IWK Grace Health Centre, consisting of a six-level parking garage, a five-level research facility and an elegant galleria constructed between the existing hospital and the new research wing. The parking garage is constructed from pre-cast concrete and consists of double-tee sections spanning 56 feet. The research wing is constructed using a cast-in-place concrete, two-way structural slab system. The galleria consists of a massive open space complete with suspended walkways between the existing hospital and the research wing and is framed with structural steel and enclosed with glass walls and skylights.

BMR applied experience and expertise in supporting a 90ft long x 40ft high wall of concave glazing that encompasses the research wing and galleria. Pre-cast concrete was chosen as the ideal material for the parking garage, as it withstands our cold wet winters and the corrosive environment resulting from salt-laden vehicles.