Havergal College

Havergal College Toronto, ON. ACADEMIC  //  CAMPUS RESTORATION  //  PRIVATE EDUCATION Phase 0 will initiate a five-phase plan to realize Havergal College’s strategic vision for future development. This phase will ensure that both built environments and natural spaces on campus are optimally developed, creating an ideal learning environment for both domestic and international students. The …

YWCA Hamilton

YWCA Hamilton Hamilton, ON AFFORDABLE HOUSING  //  INSTITUTIONAL Carole Anne’s Place, a vital new women’s drop-in center, is housed within the downtown YWCA Hamilton. Formerly a large pool room and changing area accessed from Jackson Street, this newly redesigned, bright space will accommodate 25 women for overnight stays and serve many more through its day …

Conestoga College

Conestoga College Oakville, ON. ACADEMIC  //  CAMPUS PLANNING  //  COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING Guelph Campus Courtyard Improvements As a part of a larger project to modernize the interior and exterior of Conestoga College’s Guelph Campus, SDG was retained to design upgrades to the interior courtyard landscape space. The project is envisioned to provide a revitalized courtyard area …

MacLachlan College

MacLachlan College Oakville, ON. ACADEMIC  //  CAMPUS PLANNING  //  PRIVATE EDUCATION Lower Campus: SDG was retained by MacLachlan College to design and implement a new gateway feature at the school’s entrance, enhancing the streetscape and creating a more welcoming atmosphere for students and visitors. Building on this initial design, SDG further developed plans to reconstruct …

Burlington Public Library Courtyard

Burlington Public Library Courtyard Burlington, ON COURTYARD  //  COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT  //  INSTITUTIONAL The Burlington Public Library (BPL) is an exciting space in downtown Burlington offering numerous opportunities for education, play, and inspiration.  In 2005, the Central Branch underwent a major renovation and expansion which included plans to redevelop the outdoor Reading Garden.  Unfortunately, the design …

Hamilton Golf & Country Club Patio

Hamilton Golf & Country Club Patio Ancaster, ON. INSTITUTIONAL  //  COUNTRY CLUB  The Hamilton Golf and Country Club, located in Hamilton, Ontario, is a prestigious private golf club renowned for its rich history and top-tier facilities. Founded in 1894, it boasts a storied tradition in Canadian golf. The club features a meticulously maintained 18-hole championship …

Toronto Metropolitan University Student Union

Toronto Metropolitan University Student Union Toronto, ON. ACADEMIC  //  ECOLOGICAL  //  CAMPUS PLANNING SDG was retained by the Toronto Metropolitan University to design and implement a living green wall at the entrance of the Sheldon & Tracy Levy Student learning Centre (SLC). SDG focused on the lighting, irrigation and drainage systems to ensure the new …

McMaster University

McMaster University Hamilton, ON. ACADEMIC  //  RECREATIONAL DESIGN  //  CAMPUS PLANNING SDG was retained by McMaster University to prepare a Campus Housing Landscape Master Plan. Founded in 1887, McMaster University is a world-renowned research-intensive university based in Hamilton, Ontario with a student population of close to 25,000 students and more than 135,000 alumni. The scope …

Hamilton Hebrew Academy

Hamilton Hebrew Academy Hamilton, ON. INSTITUTIONAL  //  EDUCATION  //  COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING   The Hamilton Hebrew Academy retained SDG in 2016 to develop a long-term Master Plan for the school campus. The plan included sports fields, gathering areas, and separate play areas for toddlers and older kids. The vision was to create a naturalized environment that would …

Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre

Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre Ancaster, ON. INSTITUTIONAL  //  RECREATIONAL   The Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre is in the heart of the Ancaster Heritage Village. Formed in 1793, the Village of Ancaster is the third oldest community in Ontario. The Ancaster Memorial School, built in the mid-1940s, occupies a special place in the hearts of many residents. …