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Simon Fraser University - Ripple Cone Canopy

Burnaby, BC, Canada · Completed 2008

Ripple Cone wood canopy casting shadows at Simon Fraser University

Project facts

Architect
Busby Perkins & Will
General Contractor
Bird Construction
Area
1,000 sf.
Location
Burnaby, BC, Canada
Status
Completed 2008
Our involvement
Engineer of Record (Gerald Epp)
Engineer-Build

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Overview

The shape of this 1,000 sq. ft. canopy was inspired by the 3D “ripple-cone” geometric form chosen by the architect. The resulting complex wave structure was modeled and created with 53 parallel CNC-cut Spruce LVL strands, panelized into 6 sections, shipped to site, assembled into one piece and erected by our crew.