How public washrooms make for a more welcoming city

Creating a welcoming environment is no easy task for small businesses. Finding the right space, fitting up the location, and attracting customers are typically top-of-mind…

January 6, 2021

Architecture is for the people

Why the current procurement model needs an overhaul. Architecture, at its core, is for the people. For this reason alone, current procurement practices must be…

December 18, 2020

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…

December 1, 2020

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…

November 19, 2020

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…

October 16, 2020

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…

October 15, 2020