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Design that pops

This past April, Coca-Cola Canada officially opened its new 100,000-square-foot headquarters in downtown Toronto.

Government building achieves LEED gold

PWGSC's Douglas Jung Building recently achieved a LEED gold rating in the category of ...

Fire safety planning

For building managers, a thorough and up-to-date fire safety plan is vital for both the safety of occupants and the preservation of the premises.

Ergonomic workstation guidelines

Taking an ergonomic approach to setting up a workstation simply involves looking at how each employee works. The two main areas to focus on are the office chair and work surface/desk.

Preparing an emergency response plan

Here are five steps to get started on a comprehensive emergency response plan.

The designer’s role in green leases

Designers have a significant role in providing design solutions that address terms and conditions of green leases.

Grey water technology flush with savings

Grey water recovery systems are starting to gain traction in commercial and multi-residential buildings because of their ...

From outdated building to LEED gold labs

UBC's Biological Sciences complex recently received LEED gold, which was very challenging to achieve due to the ...

Repairing carpet damage left by office furniture

When office carpet becomes damaged it's time to repair or replace. If the appearance is still fair to good, and the ...

A smooth office move

Here are six tips to manage a successful office relocation.

Transitioning to a paperless office

A paperless office frees up space, increases efficiency and lowers a company's carbon footprint.

Creating a mother-friendly workplace

To develop appropriate lactation accommodations, designers need to look at the type of workplace ...

Engineering a LEED platinum office tower

Oxford Properties Group recently announced RBC Waterpark Place office tower will aim to be the first new office ...

Five ways to reduce HVAC system costs

Through a combination of smart purchasing, maintenance programs and strategic planning, building managers ...

Keeping technology in check in the workplace

For all the good technology has brought to the workplace, there have been some negative side effects.

Transforming one of Toronto’s iconic landmarks

The University of Toronto is rebuilding one of Toronto's neglected architectural landmarks: 1 Spadina Cres.

Ontario’s move toward accessibility

New accessibility regulations and innovative ideas are transforming Ontario's infrastructure.