The Thorvaldson Building on the University of Saskatchewan (USask) campus recently commemorated 100 years on campus.
Considered an architectural marvel on the Prairies, the Thorvaldson Building is one of the last buildings at USask. It was designed by Montreal architect David Brown in the Collegiate Gothic style and used for the first phase of campus construction.
Built to resemble European churches and cathedrals of the Middle Ages, it resembles other early USask buildings but features an imposing scale, ornate details, and rich materials.
The building’s stone exterior is still in good condition, and many of the interior oak doors, classroom blackboards, metalwork features, and other elements are original.
The building has undergone extensive renovations and three major additions since it was built.
The chemistry laboratories have seen the most change, as they have had significant updates to meet modern safety and performance standards.
