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.
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.
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 introduce the design for the new Concert Properties Centre for Trades & Technology at British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT).
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.
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.
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.
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.
As learning environments evolve to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world, Architecture49 (A49) is strengthening our national leadership in educational design.
This spring, Architecture49 will participate in three major industry events across North America, sharing expertise on resilient design, digital innovation, and complex project delivery.
The Advanced Materials Research Facility in Mississauga Ontario has achieved LEED Gold Certification, marking a significant milestone in sustainable design for Canadian laboratory environments.
Architecture49 is committed to delivering successful projects, which is why clients trust us with their most important endeavors. We are excited to announce the enhancement of our national project management services through a new leadership structure designed to ensure consistent, high-quality execution across the country.
