MONCTON, NB - The architectural firm of Architecture 2000 Inc., Moncton, NB, has received an Honourable Mention Award for the Cumberland County RCMP Detachment, Amherst, NS, in the 2005 NSAA Lieutenant Governor Design Awards. The award was presented at Pier 21 in Halifax on May 10, 2007.

This project was commissioned by Public Works General Services Canada and was previously awarded the “Deputy Minister’s Award of Excellence”, internally.

The Amherst RCMP building introduces a new prototype, which reflects the RCMP relationship with the public and a healthy, productive working environment. It demonstrates integrated design through sustainable practices, including day lighting and natural ventilation strategies, wind turbine generated energy and the use of native materials.

The Project Team included:
Architecture 2000 Inc.
Campbell Comeau Engineering Ltd. (Structural)
F.C. O’Neill, Scriven and Associated (Mechanical, Electrical)
Vollick McKee Petersmann & Associated Ltd. (Landscape Architect)