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
Call for Entries: 2016 AIBC Architectural Awards & Awards Jury
Aboriginal Cultures Inspire Vancouver Architect
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Light House: Bruno Freschi Gives a New Lease of Life to the Staples House
by Hadani Ditmars Wallpaper, Dec 24, 2015 (Image: Architect Bruno Freschi has updated his seminal modernist masterpiece, The Staples House. Pictured left: Freschi’s changes include transforming upper level balconies into… Read more
Architectural Research Opus 33 Years in the Making
by Don Wall Daily Commercial News, Jan 11, 2016 (Image: The Royal York Hotel, now the Fairmont Royal York, in Toronto was designed by Sproatt and Rolph and by Ross… Read more
City of Vancouver Urban Design Awards
The City of Vancouver is now accepting submissions for the 2016 Urban Design Awards, which celebrate projects that demonstrate excellence in architecture and design and contribute to creating a vibrant,… Read more
Building Smart with New HVAC Code Requirements
Building Smart with New HVAC Code Requirements is a half-day workshop and webinar focussing on how to design and select HVAC systems and equipment, including complying with building codes for… Read more
AIBC: Responding to Disasters
Flash floods, earthquakes and wildfires have caused significant property damage and displaced many communities in Alberta and British Columbia in recent years. Did you know that in the immediate aftermath of natural disasters, individuals with design, construction and facility management expertise can be of great assistance to local authorities? Read more
New UBC SALA Representative to AIBC Council
The AIBC welcomes John Bass, chair of the UBC architecture program, as the newly designated SALA representative on AIBC Council. He began his new role in January 2016, replacing Chris Macdonald who has served on council since 2012 as well as in years prior. Read more
Architectural Trends in 2016: Modern, Efficient and High-Tech
By Daybreak South CBC News, Jan 1, 2016 (Image: In the Okanagan, Meiklejohn says big buildings are coming back to life with more people wanting to build multi-family housing projects.… Read more
2015 in Canadian Architecture
by Elsa Lam Canadian Architect, December 22, 2015 (Image: More than 10,000 people visited the Halifax Central Library on opening day last December. Courtesy of Canadian Architect, photo by Adam… Read more