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30 Years of Architectural Contributions and Leadership with James Bridger

As James Bridger reflects on his 30-year journey with Architecture49, he acknowledges that it's been a remarkable experience filled with both challenges and triumphs. James joined the company in September 1994, during a period of growth and change, when new talent and fresh energy were being infused into the office.

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Advancing Public Transit in the GTA with the Stouffville Line GO Expansion

Architecture49 (A49) is proud to announce the Stouffville Line GO Expansion as part of Regional Express Rail 2’s (RER2) major infrastructure project aimed at significantly enhancing transit services along one of the Greater Toronto Area’s busiest commuter corridors.

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Foreign Trained Architect Internship Program sees success with initial participant Farouk Ben Hassine

For A49 Ottawa's Farouk Ben Hassine, the transition to the Canadian architecture scene has been eased by the Foreign Trained Architect Internship Program. Developed by four Ottawa architecture firms, this initiative aims to provide foreign-trained architects like Farouk with opportunities to expand their skills while seeking registration in Canada.

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Introducing Western Canada's New Principal

Sameer joined A49 in April as a Vancouver team member based in Calgary where he leads several projects throughout Alberta and British Columbia. Sameer has a strong background in design, building envelope detailing and project management.

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A49’s Nadia Kriplani wins 2nd place for the Maxwell Taylor Prize

Nadia Kriplani, from A49’s CENTRUS office wrapped up her Master’s of Architecture this spring from Carleton University. The year-long program included the requirement of a thesis. Nadia’s interest lay in examining rammed earth and the opportunities for mainstreaming the process throughout Ontario construction.

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A49 Architectural Technologists Champion Sustainability at Table for 1200 Event

A49 Winnipeg attends Table for 1200 with stunning centrepiece designed by our Architectural Technology team.

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Designing for the Future: The Marpole Transit Centre

The Marpole Transit Centre in Vancouver is a testament to our commitment to sustainable design and functionality. The centre represents further advancement in public transportation providing residents with more reliable, sustainable travel options throughout Vancouver and surrounding communities.

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Architecture49 with Ventana Construction set to Deliver Cutting-Edge Recreation Complex to Burnaby

Architecture49 is part of a design build team with Ventana Construction which will bring a new community recreation complex to Burnaby in British Columbia, enriching the community with a state-of-the-art facility that will foster a spirit of togetherness through sports, recreation, and entertainment.

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From Cans to Compassion: A49 GTA Participates in this year's CANstruction

In the heart of Toronto, our 2024 CANstruction team from Architecture49 & WSP gathered, united by a common cause - to address food security. This talented group, led by Alex Grinband with over 20 staff members, have volunteered their time to participate in CANstruction, a unique event that combines creativity, teamwork, and philanthropy.

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A49 Timmins Architect Dragos Olarescu heading to 2024 Youth and Masters Pan Am Championships

Cheer on Dragos starting May 5, 2024, while he competes in El Salvador in the Barebow Archery - Masters

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