Lord Tweedmuir Secondary It has been a pleasure to have Ryan as part of our architecture studio. His contribution has been truly exceptional, marked by the successful completion of a complex 3D physical model for one of our projects. Ryan’s dedication to his work has not only met but exceeded our expectations. Notably, he swiftly […]
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David Cross, Grade 11 student
Panorama Ridge Secondary David made a significant impact during his three-week tenure at SURF Architecture in April 2023. His primary responsibilities included enhancing the SURF Architecture website by ensuring a uniform and cohesive visual identity across all pages and incorporating a search bar for improved user experience. Additionally, David demonstrated his proficiency by transforming 2D […]
Eco Material’s Sustainable Green Cement Is Transforming Construction
Picture the Pantheon in Rome. Considering that it was built in CE 128, it has held together remarkably well under the footsteps of hundreds of millions of visitors over the centuries. If the ancient Romans could build something so long-lasting, why on earth do our modern roads have so many potholes? The answer lies in […]
This technology turns windows into solar panels, here’s how
Imagine if your windows were transparent solar panels? It would mean homes, offices and whole cities could use their windows to sustainably generate electricity from the sun. See-through solar panels that look like glass aren’t just a pipe dream. They’re already being used – and have huge potential to help meet the world’s energy needs […]
These Drones Plant Thousands Of Trees A Day
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Space-making Before Sense-making
How to make space, the seasonality of searches, ChatGPT waxes poetic, and this language of “transforming” education has to stop. Plus a good laugh. Read the full story here →
Natalka Cmoc presented her credentials to the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy, officially assuming her duties as Ambassador of Canada to Ukraine.
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Introducing Our Newest Team Member: Jaime Schmid, Senior Technologist
Jaime Schmid is a seasoned Senior Technologist with a passion for architectural drafting and design. With a strong academic foundation, Jaime holds degrees from ITT Tech and BCIT in drafting and building techonology. Her education combined with her experience have made her a trusted professional in bringing architectural visions to life. Her professional journey spans […]
The Eternal Ephemeral Architecture of Shikinen Sengu: The Japanese Temple Rebuilt Every 20 Years
The conception of architecture, understood since modernity, emphasizes permanence. The durability of tectonic construction can be manifested in various ways. However, what does it mean to associate architecture with ephemerality? And what happens when the idea of permanence is connected to transience? The Shikinen Sengu ceremony in Japan may help provide answers to these questions. Within the realm of hegemonic […]