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The Pacific
ACDF Architecture unveiled a new residential tower in Vancouver at the corner of Hornby and Pacific streets. Developed in collaboration with IBI Group, the Pacific features 224 condominiums across 39 floors.The architecture firm…
Toronto Society of Architects announces return of in-person programs
The Toronto Society of Architects (TSA) has announced the return of three in-person programs reflecting on this year’s theme “Renewal”, as part of Doors Open Toronto 2022.The annual event provides public access for one weekend to…
World’s tallest passive house building to be built in Vancouver
Canadian developer Brivia Group has selected downtown Vancouver as the location of its most sustainable project. CURV, a 60-storey low carbon and energy efficient residential development, will be the world’s tallest passive house building,…
AGO selects team to lead the design of its expansion project
The Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) has contracted Selldorf Architects, Diamond Schmitt and Two Row Architect to lead the design phase of AGO Global Contemporary, the museum’s proposed expansion project.The three architects will work as a…
Repentigny Theater
The new Repentigny Theatre is the result of an architectural competition aimed at offering patrons a variable configuration room with 350 seats for various cultural activities, while also providing a prominent space for classical music.…
New mixed-use development marks Frank Gehry’s return to Canada
Named after the Latin and Italian meaning of form, shape and appearance, and inspired by the towers' dancing movement, the Forma building marks a bold project in Toronto.Developers Great Gulf Group, Dream (consisting of Dream Unlimited…
OAA Reveals Design Excellence and Service Award Winners
The Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) has announced the winners of its 2022 Design Excellence Awards, as well as the recipients of this year’s OAA Service Awards.This year’s selection of eight winners includes building types…
WZMH Architects’ Innovation Lab designing the world’s first digitally enabled building
One of the architectural sector’s biggest challenges has been keeping up with the pace of growth, and actually implementing cutting edge thinking and technology into design build processes. By investing in a dedicated innovation lab where…
OAA Announces its 2022 Design Excellence Awards Finalists
The Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) has announced the 17 Finalists for its 2022 Design Excellence Awards. This year’s selection includes building types ranging from libraries and learning institutions to striking residences and…
8X On The Park
GBL Architects and Brenhill Developments collaborated on a high-rise development —8X On The Park — in Vancouver’s upscale Yaletown neighbourhood. The firm guided the project through a decade-long planning and design process culminating in a…