The Cannington Foundry is a mixed use project that promotes cultural generation, and regional tourism rooted in agriculture and natural heritage.

On a 1.5 acre lot adjacent to the Beaver River in Cannington, Ontario is the site of the former 11,000 square foot McLachlan Foundry.

Our proposal includes a full renovation of the existing structures as well as a roughly 10,000 square foot addition. The Foundry will be composed of three primary components:

1. 6,500 sq.ft live-work residency,
2. 3,550 sq.ft flexible retail space;
3. 11,000 sq.ft of office/studio space

The built area of the project is coupled with a market square, and river-walk accessible to members of the public. Our intention is to repurpose much of the existing structure in order to reduce material waste, maximize the existing footprint, and maintain the historic appeal of the site.

The lands surrounding the property are designated for future development. Reimagining the Foundry as a regional cultural attractor will establish market viability for the town and encourage future investment opportunities.

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The goal of the Foundry is to enhance the community of Cannington by proposing an alternative approach for the revitalization of regional centres that emphasizes existing appeal and community character.

Our proposal enhances the character of the community by building upon rich local resources, positioning them to strengthen the long-term viability of Cannington and Durham North.

The Cannington Foundry achieves this by:
a. empowering the local community through strategic partnerships and new amenity,
b. providing space for artists and creative professionals, and promoting local culture and,
c. supporting tourism through the development of a regional hub that draws on rich local resources.

When complete, the Cannington Foundry will be a cultural asset that expresses the potential of the region.

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