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On the cutting edge

Derek Nicholson Incorporated has developed a stellar reputation working with some of Canada’s most innovative architects   The words ‘cutting edge’ come to mind whenever one thinks about the work done by....

AIA – Top Ten Plus

Edith Green-Wendell Wyatt Federal Building Lauded with AIA Sustainable Design Award GSA project highlighted as example of reducing operating costs, saving tax payer money and providing healthier work space for a....

The American Institute of Architects Select the 2016 COTE Top Ten Green Projects

Projects showcase excellence in ecological design principles and reduced energy consumption The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and its Committee on the Environment (COTE) have selected the top ten examples of....

Leading the way

Accolades for Arista Homes for its green building practices   NATURAL RESOURCES CANADA ENERGYSTAR NEW HOMEBUILDER OF THE YEAR Being true to its company philosophy is reaping ongoing benefits for Arista Homes....

Sustainable sentiments

Digram Developments and DiGreen Homes hold environmental impact in high regard It may seem like a small thing, but the fact of the matter is that the example speaks volumes about....

Wood – Renewable and Responsible Choice

Wood – a natural choice for today when considering our tomorrow by Peter Moonen National Sustainability Manager Canadian Wood Council Photography: Ema Peter (Vancouver, BC) Photo courtesy of the Wood Design & Building Awards Program In....

Forest Stewardship and Education Centre wins Environmental Design Award

Bill Fisch Forest Stewardship and Education Centre built to world’s strictest environmental standards By Sarah Hicks Walking through the Hollidge Tract of the York Regional Forest today it is difficult to believe....

Double duty

Unique solar installation system on brownfield site increases productivity of property The concept makes perfect sense to Bill Panagiotakopoulos and the Owner/CEO of Cardinal Group Inc. aims to share his vision....

Heartwood the Beach

Toronto’s first wood-frame condo development features character and sustainability Toronto is known as a city with a vibrant, cross-cultural population mix, but that penchant for diversity is now extending into the....

Pinnacle of energy efficiency

Owens Corning Canada and a team of 5 leading builders have partnered to build affordable net zero homes in 5 communities across Canada The future is now for net-zero housing in....

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