Pit Stop
Embodying dynamism and movement, this sleek and angular infrastructure project for the Town of Oakville’s public transit staff celebrates their work and provides a functional place to rest and refuel.







Pit Stop
True to its name, Pit Stop was conceived as a place of rest and respite. This transit staff facility is a dedicated space where hardworking bus drivers can unwind, recharge, and nourish themselves throughout the day.
The massing and cladding work in concert to communicate vigour and velocity, mirroring the swift trajectory of a bus in motion. The bold and intentionally elongated triangular silhouette stands as a beacon of vitality amidst the otherwise unassuming suburban landscape, capturing the attention of passersby. Inside, the program responds to the needs of the transit workforce with a staff kitchen, lunchroom, and washrooms.
More than a mere functional facility, Pit Stop transcends its utilitarian purpose to become a beacon of community connectivity and urban vitality. It is not just a rest stop, but also a symbol of innovation in the realm of public infrastructure.
The massing and cladding work in concert to communicate vigour and velocity, mirroring the swift trajectory of a bus in motion. The bold and intentionally elongated triangular silhouette stands as a beacon of vitality amidst the otherwise unassuming suburban landscape, capturing the attention of passersby. Inside, the program responds to the needs of the transit workforce with a staff kitchen, lunchroom, and washrooms.
More than a mere functional facility, Pit Stop transcends its utilitarian purpose to become a beacon of community connectivity and urban vitality. It is not just a rest stop, but also a symbol of innovation in the realm of public infrastructure.
Project Information
Type
Community
Location
Oakville, ON
Client
Town of Oakville
Size
1,350 sf
Team
Tania Bortolotto, OAA, ARIDO
Alex Horber, OAA
Alex Horber, OAA
Awards & Press
Awards
Award of Excellence, Honourable Mention
Ontario Association of Architects, 2015
Livable by Design Award, Award of Distinction
Town of Oakville, 2013
Ontario Association of Architects, 2015
Livable by Design Award, Award of Distinction
Town of Oakville, 2013
Press
Roadside Attraction
Azure Magazine, September 2012
Winners of the Town of Oakville’s Livable by Design Awards announced
Canadian Architect, December 2013
Azure Magazine, September 2012
Winners of the Town of Oakville’s Livable by Design Awards announced
Canadian Architect, December 2013
