High Commission of Canada
Showcasing Canada’s diplomatic and trade presence in the UK
Sector: Commercial
Client: Canadian Department for Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development
Location: Trafalgar Square, London
Architect: Stantec
Main Contractor: Overbury
Electrical Contractor: Bancroft
Lighting Design: Arup Lighting
Lighting Partners: iGuzzini, Occhio
The complex and rapid refurbishment of Grade II-listed Canada House and the design of new connections to an adjacent 11-storey 1920s office block, which also required reconfiguration and refurbishment.
The new, consolidated space includes a public art gallery exhibiting the work of Canadian artists, a restored galleried library, formal and informal entertaining spaces, a full-scale kitchen for banqueting, staff gym and café as well as a series of contemporary office spaces for the High Commissioner and more than 200 staff.
The final result is a 8,000m² hub that showcases Canada’s diplomatic and trade presence in the UK and provides contemporary office space for staff working for the High Commission of Canada and other government agencies and ministries.
