Blogs
Holding out for Heritage: preserving Ottawa’s Alexandra Bridge in the name of sustainability and history
Our built heritage is part of our culture. Few people would debate that we need to conserve, restore, and respect the cultural institutions that house…
Comments and observations on V5 Energy Evolution Strategy
Thank- you While great to acknowledge partners and supporters, there is an absence of architects and engineers in the document; this speaks to a lack…
A conversation with City Councillor Catherine McKenney
In an ongoing effort to connect with the distinguished and prominent voices that back our advocacy for better-built environments, we sat down with City Councillor…
A conversation with City Councillor Shawn Menard
As an architecture firm, not only do we have a vision of sustainable cities and a more accessible built environment that puts people first, we’re…
Cognitive dissonance creeps into Ottawa’s planning and design decisions
Cognitive dissonance is the mental discomfort that comes from holding two conflicting beliefs, values or attitudes. It is part of a social psychology theory that…
Beyond functionality: how enhancing our built environment with beauty can help strengthen our sense of place
The built environment plays a big role in how we feel about our city. We may not realize it, but when we see beautiful buildings…