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This Thursday, May 2, 2013, a book launch for architect Bruce Carscadden’s new monograph entitled Thrift takes place from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at Vancouver Special,…

A recent cascade of news has put First Nations front and centre in Canadian architecture.

Rustic forms are increasingly appearing in North American architecture, and rural nostalgia is arguably at play.

The Toronto book launch for Bracket will be hosted by creatures:collective on March 1, 2013 starting at 7:00pm. {Soft] refers to responsive, indeterminate,…

Buildings deteriorate, projects falter, relationships fall apart--all yielding openings for new working methods and new talent to enter the market.

The real heroes may turn out not to be mayors at all--but the city bureaucrats who persevere in advancing major planning projects during lacunae in political…

The images used to present Frank Gehry's next Toronto project are worth a closer look: they cleverly use perspective and materials to steer the conversation…

Almost a decade ago, I filed my first article as a freelance contributor to Canadian Architect. Now, it is my privilege to accept the position of editor at this…

I end my involvement at Canadian Architect with a greater appreciation for my profession than when I began my journey as Editor nine years ago.

It remains to be seen how the new era of educational partnerships will translate into architecture.

More than 40 architectural practices have helped design the venues, the Olympic Park and the Athletes’ Village, but only those who have paid to sponsor the…

Although its $7.5-million budget may seem insignificant, the Midland Cultural Centre’s impact on the community will be transformative.