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5.2. Vancouver Convention Center (west), Canada British Columbia, Canada Owner :
BC Pavilion Corporation
Opened : 2009 Architect : LMN Architects, Seattle
5.2.1. Introduction
The Vancouver Convention Centre is one of Canada’s largest conven-
tion centers. It has a 6-acre “living roof” which is the largest in Canada The Vancouver Convention Centre expansion is a 100,000 sq. m. project that achieved Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum certification.
Figure 65: Aerial view of the iconic convention center
5.2.2. Intent of the study • Aesthetics and design of the building • Design features of the building • Incorporation of the living green roof system in the building • Areas of the various components: It will help to figure out the area that should be allotted for each of the requirements.
International Convention Centre
Address : 1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver,