Canadian Architecture is in crisis

Canadian Architecture is in crisis. In January, David Green wrote in Architects Journal about the challenges faced by UK architecture practices. He frames the challenge…

June 10, 2024

Shimanami Kaido and Onomichi: Sheldon’s explorations of Japanese suburbs

Shimanami Kaido     The Setouchi Inland Sea is an interesting place to escape the busy Japanese cities and enjoy islands, art, citrus, and cycling….

May 17, 2024

Sheldon’s Trip to Nagoya, Japan

Nagoya is the fourth largest city in Japan and is located in Aichi Prefecture right in the middle of the country. It’s often overlooked by…

May 6, 2024

Housing Potential Meets Political Will

In the heart of Centertown sits a parcel of land going to waste. Close to amenities like walkable shopping on Elgin, parks and the Rideau…

April 23, 2024

Lansdowne 2.0 up for thorny vote that could define project: Vote on procurement model one of the last checkpoints $419M project will face at council

The Lansdowne 2.0 project is set to reach a key milestone on Tuesday, as city councillors vote on what the contract to build the new…

April 15, 2024

What should we do with Carling Avenue?

There’s a lot to love about Carling Avenue: easy access to the Central Experimental Farm, Dow’s Lake and Island Park Drive, a gigantic Canadian Tire…

April 12, 2024