Macdonald Harrington - McGill University

Designed between 1896 and 1897 by architect Andrew Taylor, the Macdonald-Harrington Building exemplifies late 19th-century architecture on the McGill University campus. Its load-bearing masonry walls, finely carved limestone details, and pavilion slate roof, adorned with copper crestings and decorative dormers, reflect this rich heritage. Over the decades, several repair campaigns had altered the original roofing.

Mandated to restore the building's historic character and durability, EVOQ carried out a masonry rehabilitation and roof restoration guided by the Standards and Guidelines for the Conservation of Historic Places in Canada. The project included replacing decorative copper elements, reinterpreting lost architectural features, fully restoring the masonry, and adding brass snow guards for enhanced safety.

This approach preserved the building's architectural integrity while ensuring its long-term durability for future generations. The project received the North American Copper Award in 2020.