It is my great pleasure to invite you to the 97th AIBC Annual Meeting which will be held on May 16, 2016, the first day of the 2016 AIBC Annual… Read more
President’s Message: 2016 AIBC Annual Meeting – Save the Date!
2016 AIBC Architectural Awards Submission Deadline – Less Than Three Weeks Left!
The Architectural Institute of British Columbia showcases the best in B.C. architecture through its highly-respected Architectural Awards program. An esteemed jury with representation from both within and outside the profession… Read more
In Passing: James Terrance (Terry) Barkley
James Terrance (Terry) Barkley Former Architect AIBC, MRAIC November 15, 1937 – January 22, 2016 James Terrance (Terry) Barkley passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on January 22, 2016 with his beloved… Read more
U40 Lunch – Legends of Architecture 2016
Join Leslie Van Duzer, Director UBC School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, as she speaks with three of Vancouver’s most prominent architects. Discussion will focus on where Vancouver architecture… Read more
2016 Canadian Green Building Awards
The Canadian Green Building Awards recognize excellence in the design and execution of Canadian residential and non-residential buildings of all types, including new construction, existing buildings, renovations and interior design… Read more
Bylaw Amendments Now in Force
The bylaw amendments supported by members and honorary members who participated in the AIBC’s electronic vote (November 16 to December 10, 2015) have successfully passed the provincial government’s “disallowance” period and are now in effect. Read more
130 Years in the Making: A Brief History of Vancouver’s Chinatown
By Shawn O’Hara Vancity Buzz, Feb 2, 2016 (Image: Vancouver Chinatown Market Alley circa 1940s. Courtesy of SFU David See-Chai Lam Centre for International Communication and Vancity Buzz) Since before… Read more
Look Ma, No Handrails: Can You Carry Minimalism Too Far?
by Lloyd Alter Treehugger, Jan 21, 2016 (Image: Ninja House designed by Hiroyuki Shinozaki Architects. Courtesy of Hiroyasu Sakaguchi, ArchDaily and Treehugger) A few years ago I asked “Why are… Read more
Beautiful Architecture Positively Affects Human Health
By Steve Hansen Sourceable.net, Feb 4, 2016 (Image: Canary Wharf, London. Courtesy of Sourceable.net) According to researchers at Warwick Business School in Coventry, UK, beautiful architecture has a positive impact… Read more
CES Reporting Period Deadline: Five Months Remaining to Earn and Report LUs
Five Ways to Earn Learning Units (LUs) for Your Continuing Education System (CES) Requirements Attend AIBC Recognized Educational Provider (REP) Events (LUs reported by AIBC) The AIBC Recognized Educational Provider… Read more