KPMB Architects Christmas 2024
As 2024 concludes, KPMB Architects celebrates a year distinguished by significant project completions, prestigious awards, and a steadfast commitment to innovation and community engagement.
Project Milestones
This year, KPMB made substantial progress on several key projects:
Arts Commons Transformation: In Calgary, KPMB, in collaboration with Hindle and Tawaw Architecture Collective, unveiled designs for a new theater complex at Arts Commons on Olympic Plaza. This project represents the largest arts-focused infrastructure development in Canada, aiming to enhance the cultural landscape of Calgary. The Architect's Newspaper
Scotiabank North Flagship: KPMB completed the expansion of Scotiabank's headquarters in Toronto, focusing on wellness and inclusion in the workplace. The design emphasizes collaborative spaces and employee well-being, setting a new standard for corporate architecture. The Plan
Awards and Recognitions
KPMB's excellence in design and architecture was acknowledged through several prestigious awards in 2024:
American Architecture Award: The Center for Computing & Data Sciences at Boston University received this honor in the Schools and Universities category, recognizing its innovative design and contribution to educational architecture. KPMB
New England Architecture Award: This accolade further highlighted the Center for Computing & Data Sciences, emphasizing its sustainable design as Boston University's first LEED-certified building. KPMB
Kyoto Global Design Award: The Center for Computing & Data Sciences was honored in the Environment category, celebrating its environmental impact and innovative design. KPMB
SBID International Design Award: The Scotiabank North Flagship was recognized for its excellence in interior design, underscoring KPMB's commitment to creating inclusive and wellness-focused workspaces. Instagram
Community Engagement and Thought Leadership
KPMB continued to contribute to the architectural community through participation in industry events and initiatives:
WoodWorks Summit: KPMB, alongside ASPECT and Kindred Works, presented at the 2024 WoodWorks Summit, discussing the implementation of mass timber in large-scale residential projects. This collaboration aims to advance sustainable construction practices and promote attainable housing solutions. KPMB
DesignTO Awards: KPMB supported and participated in the 2024 DesignTO Awards, recognizing design excellence and fostering innovation within the Canadian design community. DesignTO
As KPMB Architects looks forward to 2025, the firm remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of architectural design, sustainability, and innovation, building upon the successes of 2024 to create impactful and transformative spaces.