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Exploring design boundaries as they relate to a particular project is a key component of our design philosophy. At Southside, our design choices are driven by bold concepts. We develop these concepts based on a meticulous analysis and interpretation of our client’s goals and objectives. Our creative inspiration is diverse, personal and global. Art, sculpture, music, literature, mathematics and technology all play a role in our creative playground. Enduring design resonates because it is thoughtful, connected and remarkably appropriate for a particular place in time.

Selected Awards
  • 2014 — Award of Excellence | ARIDO
  • 2014 — Award of Excellence | Contract Magazine

Ministry of Transportation | MOT

The Ministry of Transportation Offices is a 7,600 sf interior office fit-up of an existing 1-storey brick building located in Toronto. The facility encompasses a collaborative open office environment and private offices for roughly 30 full-time employees in the Driver and Vehicle Services Division serving the public. The redesign includes barrier-free public and staff washrooms, 3 interview rooms with custom millwork, 2 large boardrooms, kitchenette, reception/waiting area and an elongated barrier-free service counter. The client required a programmed layout designed to comprise public/private shared boardrooms and centralized interview rooms that could be accessed separately from both public and private spaces.

The existing HVAC distribution system had to be altered to incorporate a ducted air return in order to accommodate the existing combustible wood deck. CCTV and access control systems were installed to provide security for 6 doors and the parking lot. Exterior and interior wayfinding signage was installed throughout the complex.

 

  • Client

    Ministry of Transportation MOT

  • Location

    Toronto, ON

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