Dawson College
Established in one of the former motherhouses of the Congrégation de Notre-Dame, Dawson College is a monumental landmark on Sherbrooke Street. The Beaux-Arts style building was inaugurated in 1908 according to plans by architects Marchand and Haskell. The building's projecting main entrance is distinguished by its formal and decorative treatment, featuring a monumental arch, rose window and triangular pediment. EVOQ was commissioned to rehabilitate the façades of this entrance, particularly its Ohio sandstone masonry and wooden rose window, which showed signs of deterioration. Initiated by research, investigations and an expertise report assessing the extent of the work to be undertaken, the mandate continued with the preparation of plans and specifications, the implementation of a public call for tenders and site supervision. After 23 months of expertise and work , the entrance to Dawson College has been restored to its original grandeur.
The conservation of such an iconic Montreal building is part of a holistic approach that, by nature, integrates sustainability considerations. Conscientious gestures aimed to preserve and extend the lifespan of the building and its heritage materials. A minimal intervention approach was adopted to preserve as many existing elements as possible in situ, thus perpetuating the building and the city's identity, while reducing construction waste.
