skip to main content
Close
Subcontractors Contact Us
close button
Logo Light Logo Dark Logo Sticky Logo Mobile Logo
search button
  • Our Story

    Who We Are

    Regardless of a project’s complexity or the challenge it may present, Govan Brown guarantees innovative solutions that will exceed your construction needs.

    Learn More >

    History

    Govan Brown was founded in 1994 at the dining room table of one of its founders. Almost three decades later, we’ve grown to six offices nationally and a team of 200+.

    Learn More >

    Awards

    We are honoured to be recognized for how we work for our clients, people and communities.

    Learn More >
  • People

    Celebrating Diversity

    Our team is made up of passionate and diverse professionals reimagining how projects are built.

    Learn More >

    Leadership

    Meet the experts who lead our people and organization.

    Learn More >

    Community

    We care about each other and are committed to making a positive impact where we live and where we work.

    Learn More >
  • Projects

    Projects

    Arup

    This project consisted of two phases across four floors to reflect the organization's progressive values and collaborative workplace culture.

    Learn more about this project >
    view all projects >

    Sectors

    Our Focus Areas

    • Tenant Improvement
    • Broadcast-Media
    • Federal Services
    • Cultural
    • Base Building
    • Education
    • Financial
    • Healthcare
    • Historic
    • Hospitality
    • Industrial
    • Justice
    • Law
    • Life Sciences
    • Mission Critical
    • Public Safety
    • Restaurant
    • Retail
    • Technology
    View all Sectors >

    Services

    Our services span the full lifecycle of construction—starting with site evaluations and preconstruction through to commissioning, close-out, and beyond.

    Learn more about our Services >
  • Philosophy
    • Corporate Social Responsibility
    • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
    • Safety
    • Sustainability
  • Insights
  • Work With Us
    • Benefits
  • Contact
  • OUR STORY
    • Overview
    • Who We Are
    • History
    • Awards
  • People
    • Overview
    • Careers
      • Overview
      • Benefits
      • Apply
    • Leadership
    • Community
  • PROJECTS
    • Projects
    • Sectors
      • Overview
      • Tenant Improvement
      • Base Building
      • Federal Services
      • Broadcast-Media
      • Cultural
      • Education
      • Financial
      • Healthcare
      • Historic
      • Hospitality
      • Industrial
      • Justice
      • Law
      • Life Sciences
      • Mission Critical
      • Non-Profit
      • Public Safety
      • Restaurant
      • Retail
      • Technology
    • Services
  • Philosophy
    • Overview
    • Corporate Social Responsibility
    • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
    • Safety
    • Sustainability
  • Insights
  • Work With Us
back Button
Arup - Govan Brown
755
wp-singular,projects-template-default,single,single-projects,postid-755,wp-theme-onyx,wp-child-theme-onyx-child,mkd-core-1.0.2,ajax_fade,page_not_loaded,,onyx child-child-ver-1.0.0,onyx-ver-1.4.1, vertical_menu_with_scroll,smooth_scroll,side_menu_slide_with_content,width_470,wpb-js-composer js-comp-ver-8.4.1,vc_responsive

project

Arup

Arup consolidated its Toronto operations into a 60,000sf contemporary office reflecting the organization’s progressive values and collaborative workplace culture. After originally selecting Govan Brown to complete the Phase 1 portion of their office fit-up across floors eight through ten, the Arup team extended our scope of work to include Phase 2 of the project, the eleventh floor, following the successful delivery of the initial three.

The project encompassed an expansive reception and lobby area on the ninth floor featuring a large millwork desk, a high-end wood focal point that embodies the streamlined, custom-built motif continued across all four floors. The intricate woodwork is highlighted particularly through the internal staircase connecting each floor, which features a bespoke perforated wood screen that spans up all four floors. The single, continuous piece of wood uniquely identifies each floor to employees and clients through four distinct etched art pieces.

Each floor is comprised of open office space to promote the firm’s commitment to integrated team dynamics, while the meeting and boardrooms include premium Muraflex fronts to ensure sound-proofing and to maximize AV capability. The floors are equipped with a LAN room and private washrooms as well as four serveries and a kitchen. One particularly unique aspect of the office is the Maker’s Lab on the eighth floor, a space designated for the Arup team to build 3D models. This was an integral feature in propelling the organization at the forefront of innovation.

®Photography Credit Steve Tsai Photography

COMPANY

Govan Brown

sectors

Tenant Improvement

services

Construction Management

Architect

iN STUDIO

Client

Arup Consolidation, Floors 8-11

Address

121 Bloor Street East

Location

Toronto, ON

SF

60,000sf

Architect

iN STUDIO

Contract Type

CM

contact us

related projects

SCM Insurance
Edmonton, AB
QuadReal 10th Floor
Vancouver, BC
QuadReal 9th Floor
Vancouver, BC

related news

Govan Brown Wins Award

October 31st, 2017

Govan Brown Wins Award

Read More Read More Details
PlanGrid Accelerates Construction Productivity in Canada

July 14th, 2017

PlanGrid Accelerates Construction Productivity in Canada

Read More Read More Details
footer logo
  • Privacy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookie Policy
  • AODA Program
  • Contact
  • Locations
  • Facebook
  • Twiter
  • Linkdin
  • Instagram
© 2025 Govan Brown Construction. All Rights Reserved.