![Rendering of a modern looking glass building with curved architectural features and a sign saying Faculty of Mathematics](/math/sites/default/files/uploads/images/east_lobby-edited.png)
As the Faculty of Mathematics continues to grow, so too will our footprint on the University of Waterloo campus. Mathematics 4 (M4) will be a new 142,000 gross square feet, 5-storey building situated in the heart of the "Math district" on campus connecting directly to Mathematics and Computing (MC), Mathematics 3 (M3), and the W.G. Davis Computer Research Centre (DC). The location will provide opportunities for access improvements to MC, and will integrate traffic flow between the North Common and the quad. It also provides an opportunity for a new pedestrian entrance from the East Campus gateway, especially with the new link connection between MC and PAC/SLC.
M4 will provide space for computer and research labs, staff and faculty offices, and classrooms. In addition, M4 will also include space for innovation and outreach activities and a state-of-the-art "green" server room to replace some of the current, less environmentally friendly machine room facilities. In the pursuit of energy efficiency and carbon performance, the building will also provide high-quality spaces that support community well-being, including mental health and wellness promotion, accessible and inclusive design, thermal comfort, noise, indoor air quality, and natural lighting.
The M4 Design Principles
While we look towards the future and design M4 to be an inclusive space, it is important to honour the traditions of peoples who have inhabited this land for generations. The building will be developed with a set of guiding design principles that will consider and respect Indigenous perspectives including:
With these principles guiding the design process, the building is scheduled to be completed in 2025. While the designs have not been finalized, you can get a sneak peek into the building style and types of features that will likely be included in the gallery below.
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2022
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Feb
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Concept
- Conceptual design
- Program confirmation
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Feb
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2024
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Mar
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Design Phase
- Schematic Design
- Costing Estimate
- Redesign
- Budget approval
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May
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Conclusion of Design Phase
- Contract document preparation
- Approval to proceed to Tender
- Final Design approval
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Jul
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Build Phase Begins
- Contracts awarded for foundation and structure
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Aug
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Demolition begins
- Demolition of surface structures
- Construction of hoarding
- Site surveys
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Nov
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Foundations
- Foundations of west end of M4
- Some vacating of DC office wing 2100/3100 begins
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Mar
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2025
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Jan
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Closure of DC wing
- Food court closed
- Offices in DC 2100/3100 vacated
- connecting pedestrian links closed between MC, DC and M3
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Mar
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Steel construction
- Structural steel construction begins
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Jan
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2026
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Oct
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DC Occupancy
- DC wing reopens
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Dec
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M4 Occupancy
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Oct
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