Engineering Lab Wing & Computer Science Building, University of Victoria
The Engineering Lab Wing and Computer Science Building at the University of Victoria is a new six-storey building completed in 2006 to serve the needs of students and researchers. It is located in the Municipality of Oak Bay. Use of all native plants in the landscaping reduces need for irrigation water and potential pest problems requiring chemical treatment. LEED™ certification is being sought.
Rainwater Management Techniques Used
Rain gardens
Several depressed landscape areas receive and infiltrate roofwater. Rain gardens are designed to absorb rainwater runoff from roofs, driveways and walkways.
Permeable Paving
Aquapave brand unit pavers are used in the 14-space drop off area, on walkways, the main entry and the service road.
Greenroof
Roof is covered with vegetation and soil for a healthy growing medium.
Wastewater Harvesting
Wastewater from aquaculture tanks, diverted from the sanitary sewer, is used for urinals and toilets. The whole system across the University replaces 4ml of potable water.
Naturescaping/Restoration
The site was a 0.7ha concrete parking lot. 60% is now vegetated with native species.
Project Team
Vaughan Landscape Planning and Design, Landscape Architect
Bullock Bauer, Civil Engineer
BuildGreen Inc., LEED Consultant