Buhler Centre & Plug In Institute of Contemporary Art
Public City’s Role
Architecture
Team
David Penner Architect, DIN Projects, Wolfrom Engineering, Tower Engineering, Integrated Designs, MEC Consulting
Client
University of Winnipeg, Plug In Institute of Contemporary Art
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The University of Winnipeg commissioned Public City and David Penner Architect to create a new shared facility with Plug In Institute of Contemporary Art. Collaborating with local designer and art coordinator Neil Minuk, the team organized this multi-functional space around spacious, vibrant public hallways that also serve as gallery spaces. Despite a limited budget unusual for institutions of this caliber, the architects delivered a high-quality, distinctive building, demonstrating that thoughtful design can achieve remarkable outcomes even with modest resources.
