Why Environmental and Wind Studies Are Essential in Modern Planning Applications
Posted on March 12, 2026As cities grow denser and buildings rise taller, environmental performance studies have become a critical part of the planning process. These studies ensure new developments integrate appropriately with their surroundings while maintaining adequate daylight, sunlight, and pedestrian comfort. For a wind engineer, these technical assessments help translate architectural ideas into buildings that perform effectively in […]
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Eight Years On: Wind Engineering for the New Sydney Fish Market
Posted on February 26, 2026It has now been eight years since Windtech first commenced wind tunnel testing and wind engineering consulting services for the New Sydney Fish Market. Returning to the completed project was a special moment for Tony, Simon, Elias and Matt, key members of our team who were closely involved in the project from its earliest design […]
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Engineering Efficiency in Motion: Windtech’s Integrated Wind and Environmental Studies for 2150 Lake Shore Boulevard West, Toronto
Posted on October 29, 2025Figure 1. Aerial Image of Lake Shore Boulevard West Development Occupying the 28-acre former Mr. Christie factory site, the development by First Capital REIT and Pemberton Group will transform the western lakeshore into a mixed-use, transit-oriented precinct anchored by a new integrated GO Station and TTC Hub. The plan includes multiple residential and commercial towers—several […]
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Wind Tunnel Study for the Pier Pavilion at Barangaroo
Posted on September 25, 2025We would like to extend our congratulations to Besley & Spresser on receiving the National Commercial Medal at the Concrete Institute of Australia 2025 Excellence in Concrete Awards for the Pier Pavilion at Barangaroo. Windtech is delighted to have collaborated with B&S, delivering tailored wind tunnel studies for this unique harbourside hub. The Pavilion is […]
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How Wind Tunnel Testing supported the construction of Terminal F at Dallas Airport
Posted on August 28, 2025Figure 1: Perspective Image of Terminal F at Dallas-Fort Worth Airport When Dallas Fort Worth International Airport set out to build Terminal F, it wasn’t just adding another gate; it was engineering a solution to handle 100 million passengers annually by 2030. However, with a massive long-span roof and a complex skylink system, traditional wind […]
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