How new technology can help citizens fix up cities
City planners and officials face a lot of challenges when it comes to effecting change. A good idea, research, data analysis and design development is not enough — various laws, departments and agencies have to be factored in as well, with…
Construction Links Network: Weekly Round Up June 2, 2018
Below are links to the top news items posted on the Construction Links Network over the past week. Thank you for stopping by Construction Links Network. Best Regards, Arnie Gess, President Sign-up to receive the Weekly Round Up in…
Château Laurier files new design to Ottawa city hall
The owner of the Château Laurier has filed a new design for its proposed addition, attempting to make the contemporary wing complement, not overwhelm, the historic hotel. A heritage brief submitted with the package at city hall this week says “limestone…
The dangers of DIY spray foam insulation
If you’re thinking about buying a do-it-yourself spray foam insulation kits for your home, fire officials and those in the industry recommend you think again because of safety and fire issues. Spray foam acts as a great insulator and vapour barrier,…
Carleton University student wins contest for sustainable architecture
Justin Yan, a first-year masters of architecture student at Carleton, placed in the top 10 contestants for a prestigious North American architecture contest. The student contest, Innovation 2030, aimed to choose the projects with the best models for sustainable, carbon-neutral buildings.…
Hundreds of architects gather in Saint John
Hundreds of architects from across the country have arrived in Saint John to attend an annual festival aimed at discussing the state of their industry, and pushing it forward. Along with holding its annual general meeting, attendees can attend talk, attend…