Industry News
Counter tariffs bring procurement complications
Procurement complications have arisen throughout Canada as businesses grapple with a long list of U.S. products now to be subject to a 25 per cent import tax.
Shine Awards celebrate B.C. interior designers
The Shine Awards of Excellence 2025 were held at the Vancouver Convention Centre, celebrating the best professional interior designers in B.C.
HCMA selected to design Saanich municipal facility
The District of Central Saanich has announced local architectural firm HCMA will design Central Saanich’s new municipal building.
Daniels opens accessibility standards to the industry
The standards set new benchmarks beyond the Ontario Building Code requirements for accessibility in housing.
HCMA expands with new principals
Vancouver based HCMA has announced three of its architects have joined the partnership group. They join seven other principals.
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.





















