CEI Architecture, now registered with the Alberta Association of Architects, has opened an office in Edmonton.

The expansion enables the firm to lead the architectural design of buildings as a prime consultant in Alberta. This move represents the firm’s first office presence outside of British Columbia.

“Over the past 10 years we’ve enjoyed steady growth,” said William Locking, managing partner of CEI Architecture. “We’ve primarily worked in B.C., though we’ve partnered with firms on projects in other provinces, including Alberta, Ontario, Newfoundland and New Brunswick. We’re looking forward to leading projects in Alberta, making a difference in communities by bringing our strong focus on client service and collaboration.”

CEI is known for expertise in significant healthcare, recreation, education, science and technology, and commercial projects.

The firm recently completed the design of the new Surrey Memorial Hospital Critical Care Tower, an eight-storey, $512 million expansion to the existing hospital. Phase one of the facility, which included the second-largest Emergency Department in Canada, opened in the fall of 2013. The final phase is set to open to the public in June 2014.