Vaughan Announces Recipients of the 2017 Vaughan Urban Design Awards

Nov. 16, 2017 12:00 a.m.

​Vaughan Civic Centre Resource Library among winners


Urban design is about how people connect with places, shaping the way public areas are experienced and used. It draws together many elements to create beautiful and sustainable spaces. As one of the fastest-growing cities, it is important to recognize the role urban design plays in establishing our city. It makes a significant difference in city-building, positioning Vaughan as an attractive and thriving place to live, work and play.
 
Five projects were presented with Urban Design Awards on Nov. 15. These include:

  • Award of Excellence – Vaughan Civic Centre Resource Library 
  • Award of Excellence – KPMG Tower
  • Award of Merit – Highway 7 West Rapidway/VivaNext
  • Award of Merit – Minto Water Garden
  • Award of Merit – Woodbridge Fairground Lofts

Since 1992, the Urban Design Awards have recognized projects that exemplify excellence and innovation in urban design. The event celebrates visionary thinking and the best of the City’s development in the areas of urban design, architecture, landscape architecture and environmental stewardship.  

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"City-building is about creating a sense of place through thoughtful and intelligent planning. As Vaughan continues to transform, it is important to recognize how physical structures and public places intersect to provide a meaningful experience. The 2017 Vaughan Urban Design Awards symbolize our commitment to excellence and innovation, and acknowledges the contribution made by individuals and businesses that embrace the present while remaining historically significant in the future. I offer my congratulations to the winners and participants for achieving the best in urban design, architecture, landscape architecture and environmental stewardship.”
-Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua 
 
QUICK FACTS
 
  • The 2017 Vaughan Urban Design Awards recognize recent projects that showcase:
    • High-quality architecture and landscape architecture 
    • Public realm contributions (publicly accessible and public spaces)
    • The preservation of heritage architecture and cultural landscapes
    • Design that promotes walking, cycling and transit use
    • Community design for wellness, social equity and universal accessibility
    • Environmental sustainability
  • Architects, landscape architects, planners, engineers, developers, contractors, owners and the general public were encouraged to submit an entry.
  • Eligible project entries included residential, commercial, institutional, recreational, sustainable development, streetscape improvements and heritage.
  • A total of 14 projects were submitted for consideration. 
  • The event was sponsored by the Carpenters and Allied Workers Local 27
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Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua with the recipients of the Award of Excellence for the KPMG Tower.

 

 
 
Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua and Members of Council with the recipients of the Award of Merit for Highway 7 West Rapidway/VivaNext.

 

 
 
Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua and Members of Council with the recipients of the Award of Merit for Minto Water Garden.

 

 
 
Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua and Members of Council with the recipients of the Award of Merit for Woodbridge Fairground Lofts.
 
 
 
 
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