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Reflections on Expo 2025: A Look Back at Osaka’s "People’s Living Lab"
Now that the dust has settled on Yumeshima Island and the crowds have returned home, it is the perfect time to look back at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai.
Feb 183 min read


The Great Green Flush: Turning Wastewater into Ottawa’s Cleanest Energy
A landmark transformation is underway at Ottawa’s LeBreton Flats, where a groundbreaking energy project is turning the city’s wastewater into a primary power source.
Feb 144 min read


Living Small, Dreaming Big: Modern Bunkie
From prefabricated capsules that can be shipped anywhere in the world to micro-apartments in dense cities and even igloo-shaped residences, this year’s selection of tiny homes has it all. But what does it actually mean to live in an era of "housing compression"?
Feb 124 min read


ArchViz in 2026: From Aesthetic Approval to Strategic Confidence
As we enter 2026, rendering is no longer just about aesthetics; it has evolved into a critical tool for risk mitigation, construction accuracy, and investment security.
Feb 114 min read


Woven Roots, Future Skies: Inside the Serbia Pavilion at Expo 2025
Winning the international bid for the Serbia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka was just the beginning for Marquet and Partners. The real challenge lay in the site itself: a prominent, high-traffic location neighbouring the iconic Grand Ring.
Feb 67 min read


Homage to Aker: A Landscape that grew from its surroundings
This project is an exercise in architectural restraint and environmental symbiosis, situated within a rugged, forested West Coast site. Drawing deeply from the lineage of mid-century modernism—specifically the architectural foundations of Sharpe Thompson, Berwick and Pratt and subsequent work by Michael Lightbody—the design treats the landscape not as a backdrop, but as a primary building material.
Feb 44 min read


Revit vs. ArchiCAD: Which is Best for Small Architecture Firms?
Revit and ArchiCAD are the two heavyweights of the BIM (Building Information Modelling) world. For architects, engineers, and construction professionals, choosing between them is often the biggest software decision they will make.
Feb 25 min read


IDS Toronto 2026: Design as a Living Laboratory
IDS Toronto 2026 welcomed tens of thousands of architects, designers, students, and enthusiasts for four days of rigorous exploration and creative exchange.
Jan 312 min read


Icons of the North: 8 Masterpieces of Canadian Architecture
Canada possesses a proud architectural tradition, its landscape dotted with structural testaments to design innovation. From the rugged coasts of Newfoundland to the urban centres of British Columbia, Canadian architects have carved out a distinct identity that blends sustainability, functionality, and striking aesthetics.
Jan 295 min read


How to Start an Architecture Firm with No Money: The Lean Approach
An architecture business is, at its core, a service-oriented business. You are selling your expertise, not a physical product. If you have the skills to execute projects—including code analysis, design, and technical detailing—you are ready!
Jan 274 min read


From Italy to North America: An Architect’s Vision for a Borderless Design Community
Architecture is more than just buildings; it is the dialogue between a structure and the people who live within it.
Jan 274 min read


Harmony and Ascension: A New Pavilion for Saint Joseph’s Oratory
Saint Joseph’s Oratory of Mount Royal, Montreal’s most iconic spiritual landmark, has unveiled a transformative new pavilion. Designed by the architecture firm Lemay, this four-storey intervention creates a seamless connection between the city, the mountain, and the basilica.
Jan 253 min read


Architect vs. Architectural Technologist: What’s the Difference in Canada?
Architects focus on the "Why"—the creative vision, artistic concept, and how a building affects its environment.
Architectural Technologists focus on the "How"—the science of building, technical detailing, and the physical construction of that vision.
Jan 234 min read


The Great Kitchen Debate: Solid Slab vs. Tile Backsplash
The choice between a solid slab or a tiled backsplash is entirely up to you, but selecting the right material is about more than just aesthetics. It should reflect your personality, stand up to your cooking habits, and harmonize with your overall design style. To help you decide, we’ve broken down the pros, cons, and unique characteristics of each.
Jan 233 min read


From Scar to Sanctuary: Reimagining Montreal’s Metropolitan Expressway
For decades, the Metropolitan Expressway (Autoroute 40) has been the backbone of Montreal’s transit, but it has also been a scar running across the island. Built in the mid-20th century, this elevated concrete ribbon divides neighbourhoods, creates noise and pollution, and occupies valuable urban space.
Jan 223 min read


Dignity by Design: How CGS Architects is Redefining Affordable Housing in London, Ontario
Combining beauty with utility, Hamilton-based Curran, Gacesa Slote (CGS) Architects completes a landmark affordable housing project that proves cost-effective design doesn't have to look institutional.
Jan 203 min read
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