work will move indoors, and our team will focus on the incredible finishes that will highlight the space once the library opens. We are incredibly proud of our involvement on the Ādisōke project – this new space is going to have such a positive impact on our community here in Ottawa,” adding he can’t wait to see it all come together. INDIGENOUS DESIGN AND PARTNERSHIP The role of Indigenous partners has gone beyond engagement. Their input is embedded in the design, programming, and experience of the building. This includes rooms named in Algonquin, smudging spaces, and public artby Anishinābe Algonquin artists. “The land surrounding the Chaudière Falls is a sacred meeting place for the Anishinābe Algonquin Nation and other First Nations,” Gasperetti says. “The partnership, formed from engagement with local communities, led to significant design inspiration and a commitment that the facility would be home to ongoing engagement and collaboration.” A contemporary wigwam-inspired lodge and children’s area will serve as a circular space for storytelling traditions, meeting and teaching. Image of the outside of Ādisōke, with the installation of the red cedar wood along the walls and ceiling, right next to the windows. (Photo Credit: City of Ottawa) 109 NOV 2025 | BUSINESS ELITE CANADA
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