MTA is so excited to announce that our project, Poplar Road Public School, has been named a Finalist by the 2025 @architizer A+Awards in the category of Unbuilt – Sustainable Non-Residential Projects.

Poplar Road Public School exemplifies how thoughtful school design can support both education and community engagement while addressing long-term growth. One of its defining features is the use of mass timber construction, which provides a sustainable, durable, and visually warm learning environment. This approach not only enhances the school’s aesthetic and environmental performance but also serves as a model for innovative construction methods in educational infrastructure. Additionally, Poplar Road incorporates a kit-of-parts design strategy, allowing for modular and adaptable construction that simplifies building processes and enables efficient future expansions.

As urban neighbourhoods grow and densify, Poplar Road highlights the importance of creating schools that are both functional and adaptable, demonstrating how mass timber and modular construction can contribute to more sustainable, efficient, and community-focused educational spaces. Its design serves as a benchmark for future projects that must balance modern construction techniques with the need to foster strong neighbourhood connections and long-term student success.