Reaching New Heights: University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Health Sciences Building Achieves LEED Platinum
The University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) building at 200 Lees Avenue has officially achieved LEED v4 BD+C Platinum certification, marking a significant milestone in sustainable campus development and healthcare education in Canada and one of only a handful of projects to achieve LEED Platinum in the province.
Building a Safer Future: The Transportation Safety and Technology Science Hub
The Transportation Safety and Technology Science (TSTS) hub, a new national research facility designed through a joint venture between Architecture49 and B+H, is moving forward with construction in Ottawa as part of Canada’s Laboratories Canada strategy.
Architecture49 to Design Stations for Eglington Crosstown West Extension
Architecture49 is proud to announce our involvement in the Eglington Crosstown West Extension (ECWE), a major transit infrastructure project that will expand Toronto’s light rail network by 9.2 kilometres from Mount Dennis to Renforth Drive.
A49 Supports Learning and Community Through Recent Educational Projects
Architecture49 is proud to share three recent education projects that demonstrate how thoughtful design strengthens communities and supports student success: Breton Education Centre, Red Sucker Lake School and the University of Quebec in Abitibi-Témiscamingue Pavillion.
Celebrating 30 years of learning and growth with Ana Coppinger
This year marks a 30-year milestone for A49’s Ana Coppinger, of the Science and Technology team. Over those 30 years, Ana has become a pillar of A49’s Science and Technology work, most notably in fluency in the science and how it relates back to the design needs.
Architecture49 and Patkau Architects Lead Design for BCIT’s Upcoming Trades & Technology Facility
Architecture49 and Patkau Architects introduce the design for the new Concert Properties Centre for Trades & Technology at British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT).
A New Community Hub Takes Shape on the Eastern Shore
Construction is officially underway on the Eastern Shore Lifestyle Centre, a new community hub in Sheet Harbour that will bring cultural, recreational, and emergency services into a unified, purpose-built facility. Architecture49 is proud to lead the design of this innovative project in collaboration with the Halifax Regional Municipality and project partners.
Shaping the Ontario Line: A49 Designs Three Elevated Stations on Toronto’s New Rapid Transit Corridor
Architecture49, as part of the WSP Design Team alongside Arcadis, is proud to support Trillium Guideway Partners (TGP)—a consortium comprising Acciona Infrastructure Canada Inc., Amico Major Projects Inc., and WSP Canada Inc.—in delivering the Ontario Line, Toronto’s landmark 15.6-kilometre rapid transit project. Architecture49 is leading the design of three of the five elevated stations, helping to define the future of urban mobility in the city.
Tony Afonso Retires After a Distinguished Career
In 2020, Tony Afonso became the Managing Principal of the Northern Ontario practice for A49, marking a significant milestone in a career that spans over two decades. As the National Practice Leader for Indigenous and First Nations projects, Tony’s experiences are unparallel. It is the passion for the communities in which he works, and his team, that will be sorely missed following his retirement.
Aaron Hirota elected as President, Ontario Association of Landscape Architects
Architecture49’s Aaron Hirota was recently elected as the President of the Ontario Association of Landscape Architects (OALA). After winning the OALA’s David Erb Memorial Award, A49 spoke with Aaron about his dedication to the promotion of the landscape profession.
