Canadian Architect


Company
University of Calgary

A smooth, gently sloped plaza leading to the Taylor Family Digital Library exemplifies best practices in designing accessible entrance areas.

Inaccessible Access: A Paradox of Design

The design of exterior entrance areas can make or break the experience of wheelchair users as they approach buildings.

Faade consultancy Front Inc designed the futuristic envelope for Neil Denari's HL23, a residential building overlooking the elevated High Line park in Manhattan. Exploring new modes of practice, Front also worked through a sister company to supply the glazing portions, taking responsibility for all aspects of the system's design and production. The firm was co-founded by Marc Simmons--who trained in architecture at the University of Waterloo--along with partners Bruce Nichol and Na Min Ra. Marc Simmons

Editorial: Alternative Pathways

Buildings deteriorate, projects falter, relationships fall apart--all yielding openings for new working methods and new talent to enter the market.