• Introduction
• Principles of ecodesign
• The site and concept
• Building Materials
• Energy Conservation
• References

Urban Wildlife Habitats

• Paches & Edges
• Corridor mosaic

Introduction

This component of the Winnipeg GREEN MAP deals with Alloway Reception Hall in Fort Whyte Centre. This building is one of the most recent examples of use of ecological principles in design.

The Fort Whyte Centre was created to help preserve many of the diverse natural prairie communities around Winnipeg. The Centre promotes awareness and understanding of the natural world and actions leading to sustainable living through:

• environmental education programs to students, youth groups and the general public
• outdoor experiences that encourage individuals to enjoy, understand and sustain the natural world
• exhibitions and programs that address critical environmental issues
• outreach programs to maintain and enhance biodiversity

Through the assistance of concerned individuals and organizations, the Centre was expanded and now includes examples of tallgrass prairie, a bison prairie, interpretive trails, a trout pond and much more.

Along with a major expansion of the facility with land and new educational programs, the Centre required a new building to service its visitors. In 2000 Alloway Reception Centre was built (architects: Tom Monteyne, Dean Syverson, Desmond Burke, Carl Nelson).