Yearly Archives: 2013

Animated Apertures : Biomimicry in Architecture

B+U Architects Mixing Nature and Technology Biomimicry or biomimetics is the imitation of the models, systems, and elements of nature for the purpose of solving complex human problems Los Angeles based B+U Architects,....

SUSTAINABLE.TO – RESILIENT HOUSE

Three in a row Third major passive house design award in as many years for architects at Sustainable.TO By GREG McMILLAN Paul Dowsett is waxing poetic and his passion has a way of....

TD BANK’S NEW CONCEPT BRANCH

Banking on green New concept branch in Mississauga showcases TD Bank Group’s commitment to environmental leadership TD Bank Group customers could be in for a mild, yet pleasant, surprise next time they....

VELO TOWERS

Pushing the envelope Velo Towers in Seoul offers a glimpse into new design and construction strategies   What do the automotive, aerospace and marine industries have in common with a new....

The Horizontal Skyscraper

Designed by Steven Holl Architects, the Vanke Center in China is first of its kind By Greg McMillan What happens when talented architects are given a free rein; when they are unencumbered....

LEDCOR RENEW

More than meets the eye Retrofit of office tower in Toronto’s commercial district generates bonus paybacks By Greg McMillan The retrofit of an existing office building in the heart of Toronto’s downtown business....

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SOLARLEAF

World's first algae-based bioreactive facade RODUCT OVERVIEW Purpose of this product: Bioreactor Façade – A dynamic façade system for the production of renewable energy using algal biomass and solar thermal heat. Building Integration: The....

Innovations with Old Tires Transforming Green Building Design

By: Andrew Horsman, Executive Director, Ontario Tire Stewardship To create highly functional, award-winning facilities and community spaces, it’s important for builders, architects and designers to understand how users interact with these....

Nova Scotia Power Corporate Headquarter

WZMH Architects First LEED Platinum Building in Atlantic Canada Among the best and most environmentally sustainable new buildings in Halifax is the headquarters for Nova Scotia Power, a contemporary 8-storey office....

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