The Amik Node Waterfront Pavilion | Gatineau, QC

The Amik Node is an ecological architectural design for a waterfront pavilion and community hub on the Ottawa River in Gatineau, Quebec. Conceived for an NCC design competition, the project explores the intersection of biophilic architecture, landscape restoration, and Indigenous land stewardship. The proposal features a timber woven canopy, helical pile foundations to minimize ground disruption, and an accessible boardwalk along the shoreline. Integrating a multi-purpose social hub, café, and riparian buffer zone, the design fosters community connection and environmental resilience across all seasons.