An 8.68-hectare secondary school campus in Aurora featuring advanced stormwater management with integrated rooftop detention systems. The project combines institutional education facilities with sophisticated environmental design.
Project at a Glance
- Location
- Aurora, ON
- Type
- Education
- Site Area
- 8.68 ha
- Client
- York Region District School Board
- Status
- Completed
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Education • Aurora, ON
St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Secondary School represents a modern educational facility that demonstrates integration of environmental best practices with institutional requirements. The 8.68-hectare campus accommodates a full secondary school program while incorporating advanced stormwater management strategies that minimize environmental impact and provide resilience to climate variability.
The rooftop detention system represents an innovative approach to stormwater management that captures rainfall on building surfaces, providing storage and gradual release to minimize peak flows and erosion in receiving watercourses. This integrated design approach maximizes site efficiency while reducing the footprint required for traditional surface stormwater ponds. The system provides educational value, serving as a real-world demonstration of sustainable design principles.
The successful delivery of this institutional project demonstrates expertise in educational facility planning, innovative stormwater management design, and the integration of environmental sustainability into campus-scale developments. The project serves as a model for institutional facilities that balance academic mission with environmental stewardship.
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