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M A R C H 2 0 2 4 | 69 Sheldon Kennedy Centre of Excellence P H OTO G R A P H Y CO U RT E S Y P L AC E A RC H I T EC T LT D. In the waiting room for children, custom seating, ceiling baffles, and unique furniture create an area suited to the children and families who will spend time there. "Natural light was also a huge client priority, and the hallways of the space feature both skylights and clerestory windows to bring light deeper into the space," Berezanski says. The building came together well with just a few minor challenges. For instance, the building shell was designed and prefabricated well before the tenants were finalized and their requirements realized. "As this is a multi-tenant building, we needed to co-ordinate several ongoing sets of improvements and designs at the same time," Johnston says. "Constant communication, weekly meetings, and a shared goal among all groups kept our eyes on the finish line." Eagle Builders was challenged to learn and understand the design and engineering parameters for spe- cialized spaces. For example, the number of air changes required in an overnight care facility compared with a typical office was considerable. "Some of the spaces are orders of mag- nitude different," Reynolds says. "The air supply shafts feeding that floor are four times bigger than we usual see." A project with this many stake- holders, constructed on donated land, privately owned, and funded by donations requires impeccable stake- holder interaction and engagement. "So many have a valid voice and must be heard makes ensuring everyone is on the same page a bit of a challenge," Reynolds says. "However, everyone came to the table with a great attitude and saw the benefit of this project, and that really helped push people in the right direction." "Our community has been behind this project completely, and it is excit- ing to see the collective come together," Jones says. "To be in the building and see our original dream created is a tremen- dously satisfying experience for all of us." The building started in August 2022 and the tenants had full occu- pancy by mid-February 2024. A #9, 7619 - 50th Ave. Red Deer 403-346-7088 A journey that began with a passion for tile has now turned into Central Alberta's largest selection of flooring, wall tile, and exterior products – all under one roof. raveshowroom.ca Central Alberta Tile One.indd 1 Central Alberta Tile One.indd 1 2024-02-27 11:08 2024-02-27 11:08 INTEGRATED & COLLABORATIVE Structural Engineering Services Proud to be the structural consultant for the Sheldon Kennedy Centre of Excellence project. 587-876-5791 | general@grubb-engineering.ca www.grubb-engineering.ca www.grubb-engineering.ca Engineering.indd 1 Engineering.indd 1 2024-02-22 12:57 PM 2024-02-22 12:57 PM Goodmen Roofing Ltd. is proud to be a part of the Sheldon Kennedy Centre of Excellence project. Thank you to the CACAC, PLACE Architect, and Eagle Builders and their teams. #110, 7700 – 76 Street Close, Red Deer, AB T4P 4G6 403-343-0380 P — 403-341-6722 F www.goodmenroofing.ca Proud to support a local and worthy cause. Goodmen Roofing.indd 1 Goodmen Roofing.indd 1 2024-03-01 9:25 AM 2024-03-01 9:25 AM