COMPANY PROFILE
Forrec Ltd
219 Dufferin Street, Suite 100C, Toronto, ON, M6K 3J1, Canada
Tel: +1 416 696 8686 Fax: +1 416 696 8866 Email:
designs@forrec.com Website:
www.forrec.com
Background briefi ng Our vision is a world that works, plays, lives and shops in places that are smarter, more productive and totally people-centric.
Main services For over 40 years, we have been develop- ing projects from the initial concept to the opening day. Starting with sound master- planning, Forrec provides a complete range of design services, including programme development, design management, attrac- tion design, landscape architecture, interior design, graphics and signage, exhibit design and architecture.
Additional services Existing facilities review – Forrec analyses existing facilities and undertakes visitor and revenue enhancement studies, includ- ing refurbishing, replanning, expanding and reorganising.
Unique selling points We are a 100 per cent Canadian company, although perhaps best known for our work outside of Canada. Because we work in seven different sectors and combine nearly 100 varied design professionals, all col-
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laborating under one roof, we are able to conceive and realise the creative potential in a wide range of projects, from mixed-use retail to cultural attractions.
Key customers Universal Studios, LEGOLAND Development Corporation, Cirque du Soleil, The Tus- sauds Group, Center Parcs, Royal Ontario Museum, BBC Worldwide, Shanghai Sci- ence and Technology Museum, Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation and OCT Group, China.
Where in the world? Clients in more than 60 countries on six continents. Our extensive body of work is both global and local.
Plans for 2012 We will continue to expand our offi ces in Europe and Asia and explore new ways of providing leisure-time experiences in existing and emerging markets worldwide. We have also expanded the Toronto offi ce to accom- modate our growing professional team.
2012 trade shows Asian Attractions Expo, WWA, EAS, IAAPA.
Gordon Dorrett, president
Key personnel Gordon Dorrett, president and CEO; Anthony Van Dam (Asia), Steven Rhys (Americas, Middle East, Europe), executive vice presidents; Linda Hung (theme parks), Steve Shah (retail and mixed-use), John Plumpton (entertainment centres), Gunta Mackars (resorts and communities), Lou Vicic (waterparks) and Matt Dawson (science and culture), senior directors.
What the clients say
“When we started the development of The Villages, we were delighted that we had found a design fi rm that understood our objectives and had the experience to help us realise them.” Tracy Mathews, vice president of design, The Villages, FL, USA
“I often go straight to Forrec when I want to create a new concept. Together, we ex- plore, invent, plan, sketch and refi ne the details. I know I can count on them and the more we work together, the more crea- tive we get.” Michel Linet-Frion, creative director, Groupe Pierre & Vacances
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