Helping to Shape the Future of University Buildings Through Design

At VanBoxmeer & Stranges (VB&S), we love when structure does more than just hold up a building—it helps shape how people connect. That’s exactly what you’ll find at Western University’s Ronald D. Schmeichel Building for Entrepreneurship and

Innovation (SEIB). Sitting at a busy campus crossroads, the building’s bold boomerang form draws everyone into a bright double-height lobby—a true hub of energy and collaboration.

Our structural design makes it possible for SEIB to flex and adapt: from maker spaces to event venues to co-working zones, all with the strength and openness to keep pace with what’s next.

Canadian Architect recently highlighted this project authored by our collaborators at Perkins + Will, and we’re proud to have played a part in its success!

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Op-Ed: The Future of University Campuses Relies on Strengthening Connectivity and Building Resilience

While emphasis on improving connectivity is challenging traditional teaching methods and academic cultures, it also opens the door to a wider range of perspectives and voices.