Agnes Etherington Art Centre

An exterior view from University Avenue showcases a curvilinear addition that complements the historic Etherington House, which will be transformed into an artist residency and cultural hub. Salas O’Brien is providing mechanical design, energy modeling, and LEED consulting services for the project.

Set to become the largest university museum in Canada, the revitalized Queen’s University Art Centre will feature a welcoming ground floor designed as a ‘living room’ for the Queen’s and Kingston communities. This space will include porches for gathering and reflection alongside interactive areas such as a children’s maker space, an art study center, an art studio, galleries, seating, and a café. The new 250-person capacity Arts & Events Hub will host concerts, performances, screenings, art installations, conferences, and dinners.