Modern building with vertical white panels and large glass windows under a clear blue sky, with two people walking on the sidewalk.

This project is part of the college’s North Campus Expansion, serving as an iconic gateway building on University Avenue into the academic community. Designed by MTA in association with Gow Hastings, the project’s strategic location established a strong presence in the Waterloo area and showcases Conestoga’s impressive culinary and hospitality program to passersby.

Modern building with glass windows and solar panel structure on the roof at dusk, surrounded by grass and young trees.
Education and culinary performance on display.
Modern, spacious dining area with wooden tables set with glassware and cutlery, surrounded by gray chairs, and large windows letting in natural light.
Modern commercial kitchen with a long granite countertop and bar stools, chefs working, and a dining area in the background.
Bright modern lobby with blue and green seating, people sitting and walking, and a central staircase under natural light.
Bright modern lobby with blue and green seating, people sitting and walking, and a central staircase under natural light.

In consultation with faculty and students, the design team addressed a variety of programmatic requirements of the food preparation laboratories. Interactive spaces are fully adaptable, able to accommodate teaching scenarios, cooking competitions, formal events, and television broadcasts. The main skills lab offers foldable glass doors that can be divided to host large or small-sized gatherings, as well as a chef’s table dinner, while the 99-seat lecture hall integrates considerations of adaptability.

Culinary students in white uniforms and hats working in a bright kitchen classroom with large windows and patterned wall.
Ceramics of Italy Tile Competition, Institutional
2022
LOOP Design Awards, Honorable Mention
2021
Modern building facade with vertical white panels on the left and large glass windows revealing a staircase and people inside on the right.
Modern Conestoga College John M. Bittis Campus building with large windows and metal framework under a clear sky.