Southlands Machine Shed Delta, British Columbia, Canada BC residence photos, Canadian mixed-use architecture
Southlands Machine Shed, Delta, British Columbia
June 17, 2025
Architecture: MOTIV Architects
Location: Boundary Bay Foreshore, Tsawwassen, Delta, British Columbia, southwest Canada
Photos by Luc Di Pietro
Southlands Machine Shed, Canada
The Southlands Farm Machine Shed is a 4-bay storage facility for equipment related to farm operations on the farm of the Southlands “Agri-Hood” being developed by Century Group.
As it is located within the Boundary Bay Foreshore, the project is elevated 900mm above existing grade to address flood zone requirements.
The Machine Shed emphasizes the importance of utility buildings within the rural landscape, highlighting the recognizable qualities of these buildings that play a quiet, but incredibly important, role in keeping our food systems afloat.
The design implements a steep 8:12 pitch to the roof to provide a distinct agricultural aesthetic to the structure. A plywood clad interior with ample daylight makes everyday maintenance an enjoyable experience.
The project includes two owl boxes on the east and west gable walls to support a known owl population in the area. A bright pop of yellow for the doors, awnings and soffit references the colour of the existing farmhouse and garage with a playful dormer facing south towards the farm and new community.
The challenge of this project was one of utility – giving careful consideration to the movement of goods and equipment, and designing a durable structure that complemented the existing farm buildings.
Southlands Machine Shed in Delta, British Columbia – Building Information
Design: MOTIV Architects – https://www.motivarchitects.ca/
Project size: 255 sqm
Completion date: 2022
Building levels: 1
Photographer: Luc Di Pietro
Southlands Machine Shed, Delta, British Columbia images / information received 170625
Location: Boundary Bay, Tsawwassen, British Columbia, Canada, North America.
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