The institute was pleased to host the 2017 AIBC Annual Conference on May 6–8, 2017 at the Vancouver Convention Centre West. Architects and associates gathered from across Canada and the world to discuss this year’s theme: Interpreting Integration. Highlights included the 98th Annual Meeting, keynote presentation by Brian MacKay-Lyons and successful programming of over 20 speaker events.
Feedback on the sessions included:
“Charming and illuminating presentation punctuated by universal architectural issues. The presenters used a great deal of humour, wit and passion. Truly well done!”
– Comment about the ‘Passive House and Beyond: What Does Passive House do to Architecture?‘ plenary session, presented by Sebastian Moreno-Vacca Registered Architect in Belgium and Julie Willem Registered Architect in Belgium
“Loved to hear the stories from the older generation — particularly about iconic buildings.”
– Comment about the ‘An Icon Transformed: From West Coast Transmission Building to QUBE’ session, presented by members of the original design teams from both periods: Sandra Korpan Architect AIBC LEED AP; Jean-Pierre Mahé Architect AIBC AAA MRAIC LEED AP BD+C; William Rhone Retired Architect AIBC
This year’s event united over 500 Architects AIBC, associates, staff and stakeholders.
Meet the 2017/18 AIBC Council.
View Photos from the Annual Conference.
View the 2017 Architectural Awards.
View Interpreting Integration: An Exhibit.
Complete the Conference Survey.
We look forward to seeing everyone next year.