The City of New Westminster is proud to announce that the Prix Versailles Selection Committee has chosen təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Center for the World’s Most Beautiful Sports Venue List for 2024.
The Prix Versailles – the world architecture and design award – recognises contemporary projects that leave extraordinary imprints on their living environments. The award criteria include the innovativeness, creativity, reflection of local heritage and ecological efficiency of each project.
Designed by hcma architecture + design, təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre was created for people of all ages and abilities. Focusing on how communities engage in recreation today and in the future, emphasis was placed on human connection and wellness-based activities alongside traditional sporting and fitness pursuits.
In addition to being amongst the World’s Most Beautiful Sports Venues 2024, təməsew̓txʷ is eligible to compete for one of the three 2024 World Titles – Prix Versailles, Interior and Exterior. Those awards will be discerned by the World Judges Panel. The World Titles Announcement will be made on December 2, 2024, at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, France.
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