The design of the new Welcome Centre for the University of Windsor establishes a focal point to activate and encourage connections between the university campus and its surrounding community. Welcoming a broad range of visitors for various functions, the two-storey centre offers a comfortable and flexible environment characterized by natural light and generous views of its surroundings.
The building, a dynamic gateway pavilion visible from every angle and accessible from multiple campus routes, serves as the front door and address for the entire university — a beacon for students, faculty, and visitors. Inside, the ribbon-shaped second floor, contained within a semi-transparent glass envelope, offers expansive views of the surrounding campus. Located at the southern edge of campus, at the corner of Wyandotte Street and Patricia Avenue, the 18,000-square-foot building will also house administrative departments for admissions and alumni affairs in a collaborative work setting.