Industry News
Diamond Schmitt selected for cultural precinct study
Diamond Schmitt has been selected to undertake a feasibility study for a new cultural precinct in Vancouver.
Metafor names new managing principal
Metafor Architecture has appointed David Leonard as the firm’s new managing principal. He takes over from Claudia Schaaf.
IBG launches library of low-rise building designs
Innovation Building Group (IBG) has launched IBG Designs, a new online platform that provides readily-available designs for multi-tenant buildings.
B.C. firms honoured for landscape excellence
Two B.C. firms have been recognized with National Awards of Landscape Excellence (NALE).
Wesgroup unveils W16 condo by Olson Kundig
Wesgroup Properties has unveiled a new, seven-storey, 53-home condo development by Olson Kundig.
Bruce McKenzie receives Tom Sutherland Award
Bruce McKenzie was honoured with the 2024 Tom Sutherland Award by the Alberta Association of Architects (AAA).
Calgary’s Scotia Place starts construction
Construction of Scotia Place in Calgary is set to begin with completion scheduled for fall 2027.
Design captures Calgary Stampede experience
The newly opened Sam Centre in Calgary offers a year-round immersive experience that brings the ‘world of the Calgary Stampede’ to life.
AFBC calls for lemonade stand design proposals
The Architecture Foundation of British Columbia (AFBC) is hosting its first pavilion scaled design titled “Lemonade Stand”.
Downtown Edmonton plaza opens to public
Centennial Plaza in downtown Edmonton is now open, offering an attractive, family-friendly and accessible space.
UVIC student complex certified passive house
The first of two buildings in the University of Victoria’s (UVic) new Student Housing and Dining (SHD) complex is now Passive House certified.
RAIC Governor General’s Medal recipients revealed
The 2024 Governor General’s Medals in Architecture recipients have been announced by RAIC.
Stantec selected for Metrotown redevelopment design
Stantec has been selected to design the Metropolis at Metrotown redevelopment project as executive architect.
Keystone Architecture offers landscape services
Keystone Architecture announced the expansion of its services to include landscape architecture with two new members to the team.
Calgary celebrates BMO Centre opening
The $500 million BMO Centre at Stampede Park in Calgary has officially opened as Canada's largest convention centre.
Massive new park planned for West Vancouver
A massive new 781 hectares park in the District of West Vancouver will support stewardship and responsible use in the area.
Fitwel’s v3 brings new climate adaptation strategies
The newly released version 3 of Fitwel’s evidence-based standard includes new strategies on how to future-proof buildings for climate adaptation.