The PCPH project highlights the advantages of prefabricated mass timber as a practical strategy for delivering a complex waterfront building efficiently. Early coordination between the architects, Kalesnikoff Mass Timber, and Naikoon Contracting Ltd. allowed structural components and construction details to be carefully planned before assembly began. Digital modeling and an iterative pre-construction process helped minimize on-site complications, while prefabrication protected the exposed timber surfaces during construction. This coordinated approach enabled the primary superstructure to be completed in only six weeks, demonstrating how prefabricated timber systems can shorten construction schedules without compromising architectural expression. The result is an efficient, durable, and low-carbon building that showcases the potential of modern timber prefabrication.
The Oceanfront Squamish Presentation Centre & Public House (PCPH) acts as an important public connection to the waterfront, opening directly toward the surrounding parkland and the waters of Howe Sound. Generous areas of glazing strengthen the relationship between the building and its natural setting, bringing daylight and expansive views deep into the interior. Conceived as a year-round destination, PCPH provides a place for people to gather while celebrating Squamish culture, the local community, and regional craftsmanship. At the heart of the building, a prominent House Post commissioned by the client and hand-carved by Squamish Nation master carver Xwalacktun reflects the project's strong connection to the land, history, and Indigenous heritage.
