OKALUX Brightens New Tecumseth’s Town Hall Transformation

Date: 16 July 2025

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Date: 16 July 2025

A former school becomes a modern town hall, with OKAWOOD glass bringing daylight, warmth, and a strong sense of community.

The new administrative centre of New Tecumseth is an impressive example of repurposing, civic identity, and daylight-oriented planning. Last year, +VG Architects transformed the former Alliston Union Public School into a 4,200-square-metre community hub – striking a sensitive balance between heritage preservation and modern architecture.

A contemporary atrium of wood and glass welcomes the public with a consistent focus on accessibility, transparency, and sustainability.

One material played a key role: OKAWOOD – the daylight solution that provides reliable solar and glare protection while complementing the centre’s natural material concept.

Wooden louvres integrated into the insulating glass allow warm, filtered light to enter the building, enhancing its architectural identity and creating an inviting, community-oriented atmosphere.

Project: New Tecumseth Municipal Administration Centre
Location: Ontario, Canada
Product: OKAWOOD
Copyright: © Ben Rahn / A-Frame
Architectural Firm: The Ventin Group Architects Ltd. (Toronto)
Completion: 2024
Application: Façade
Building Type: Cultural and Convention Building

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OKALUX | Glas Trösch Group

2025-07-16T07:55:00

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