By Evan Rawn November 17, 2014, Architecture News – Austria In the wake of the global financial crisis, banking scandals and government bailouts have made countless news headlines around the… Read more
“Hypotopia”: Architecture as a Vehicle for Political Action
B.C.'s Best Buildings Reflect History, Memories
The Marine Building is heavily adorned with Art Deco style decorations. (Jeff Hitchcock) By Jesara Sinclair CBC News Posted, Nov 17, 2014 Architect Dave Hewitt reveals the results of a… Read more
The BC Building Code Appeal Board: Seeking A New Member
The BC Building Code Appeal Board is seeking a new member for a three year term beginning November 30, 2014. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the interpretation… Read more
In Passing: Vladimir Plavsic
Vladimir Plavsic, formerly registered as an architect with the AIBC, passed away on October 22, 2014. He was 84. He leaves behind his wife, four children, and some amazing stories.… Read more
The science of pillow forts: Architect reveals how children can build the ultimate hideaway
New York architect Ben Pell found there were three different types of fort – tunnel forts, buttress forts and compound forts. By Mark Prigg November 11, 2014, MailOnline He is more… Read more
What Architecture Is Doing to Your Brain
By Emily von Hoffmann November 10, 2014, The Atlantic CityLab Looking at buildings designed for contemplation—like museums, churches, and libraries—may have positive, measurable effects on your mental state. At a… Read more
Designing for Seniors and Soldiers, Toward a "Silver" Architecture
(Image courtesy of Michael Graves and Associates) By Jimmy Stamp November 11, 2014 , smithsonian.com Going green is good, but could architects be doing more for two segments of our… Read more
In Passing: Catherine Chard Wisnicki
Catherine Chard Wisnicki, formerly registered as an architect with the AIBC and also an honourary member, passed away on October 21, 2014. Born in Winnipeg, in 1917, she was raised in… Read more
NEXT BIG ONE: An International Open Ideas Competition Winners Announced
Architecture for Humanity Vancouver launched “NEXT BIG ONE – An International Open Ideas Competition” earlier this year. The competition raised awareness on the high-magnitude earthquake and tsunami events that plague cities… Read more
Save the Date: 2014 AIBC Holiday Open House
Tis the season to mark your calendars for the 2014 AIBC Holiday Open House! Plan on joining colleagues and friends in celebrating the very best of the season with local… Read more