The Sidney Centre for Plant Health has officially achieved LEED Gold certification, marking an important milestone for a project designed to support federal research and strengthen Canada’s capacity in plant health science. The certification recognizes the project team’s commitment to energy performance, climate resilience, and long term operational efficiency.
The University of British Columbia’s Gordon B. Shrum Building, home to the School of Biomedical Engineering (SBME), has earned Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification (RHFAC) for its inclusive approach to research, teaching, and collaboration spaces. Led by Patkau Architects, with Architecture49 responsible for the laboratory design, the facility includes laboratories, classrooms, offices, and shared research areas that accommodate hundreds of students, faculty, and researchers each day, making accessibility and usability a top priority.
Architecture49 and Patkau Architects introduce the design for the new Concert Properties Centre for Trades & Technology at British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT).
Canada’s commitment to science and technology is reflected in the diverse and innovative projects underway across the country. From thoughtfully designed research facilities to dynamic health science projects, strategic investments are shaping a stronger future for students and researchers alike. Architecture49 plays a key role in this progress, leading specialized teams in the planning and design of science and technology facilities.
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.
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.
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.
In a significant milestone for sustainable infrastructure, the TRIUMF TR-24 IAMI Facility at the University of British Columbia (UBC) has been granted LEED Silver through the Canada Green Building Council.
As subcontractor to Bow Transit Connectors for the prominent Calgary Green Line project, A49 is honoured to be part of the design team advancing the mandate from its current schematic stage to its substantial completion planned in 2029.
On this International Women’s Day we are celebrating some of our inspiring women and women-identified individuals at Architecture49 who contribute whole-heartedly to our organization and their communities.
A49’s Landscape Architecture and Urban Planning Team are passionate about and are committed to the development of well-designed outdoor spaces.
