Industry News
International competition seeks design for Banff Ave
Parks Canada has engaged RAIC to oversee an international design competition for the Banff Avenue Redevelopment Project.
Dialog projects earn International Design Awards
Dialog Design was honoured by the International Design Awards (IDA) with two awards for innovative design and excellence.
Livingspace acquisition expands outdoor solutions
Livingspace Interiors has acquired Brougham Outdoor and Kerrisdale Lumber Home’s Outdoor Kitchen, expanding its outdoor solutions.
Calgary unveils 2025 Winter City Design winners
The winners of Calgary's 2025 Winter City Design Competition have been revealed: The Dot Spot Pavilion and Serenity Passage.
East Village public washroom & pickleball court opens
The Open, a new permanent washroom and adjoining pickleball court in downtown Calgary’s east end, has officially opened.
Squamish selects housing design winners
The District of Squamish announced the winners of its Multiplex Design Competition in three housing design categories.
Five interior design trends for winter
This year, we’re seeing bolder tones and natural materials to craft environments that feel both inviting and personal.
Arts Commons Transformation breaks ground
The Arts Commons Transformation expansion has broken ground. It is the largest arts-focused infrastructure project currently underway in Canada.
Perkins&Will opens new Calgary studio
Architecture and design firm Perkins&Will has unveiled its new Calgary studio in the historic Glenbow building.
təməsew̓txʷ centre wins Prix Versailles Special Prize
The recently completed facility in New Westminster is the third Canadian project to earn recognition since the prize was established in 2015.
New regional park coming to South Langley
Metro Vancouver is creating a new regional park in south Langley, which will connect green spaces and grow the park system.
Ocean discovery hub targets net-zero in Pender Harbour
The Pender Harbour Ocean Discovery Station will be a place where science, art and Indigenous knowledge intersect.
Calgary celebrates urban design winners
City of Calgary celebrated urban design professionals at the 10th edition of the Mayor’s Urban Design Awards (MUDA).
Sound installations may reduce noise pollution, study finds
Researchers at McGill University found that temporary sound installations in public spaces may help reduce noise pollution in areas of high urban density.
Sally Mills honoured with IDC Legacy Award
Sally Mills, a principal in Kasian's Vancouver studio, has been honoured with the esteemed Legacy Award for Distinguished Service by IDC.
təməsew̓txʷ Centre achieves RHF Accessibility Gold
The City of New Westminster announced that təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre has achieved a RHF Accessibility Certified Gold rating.
IDC celebrates winners of 2024 VODA awards
Interior Designers of Canada (IDC) held its annual awards celebration, honouring winners of the Value of Design Awards.




















