Health Sciences Centre, Women’s Hospital is published in the Healthcare Design Magazine, Healthcare Design Showcase edition, August 2020, Vol. 20 No. 6. The 2 page spread provides spectacular photos, project statistics, and a comprehensive project description. To view this featured, please click HERE . Parkin’s most recent blog provides an overview of the design of the
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August 2020
Bayers Lake Community Outpatient Centre Reaches Financial Close
The province of Nova Scotia has officially announced that the Bayers Lake Community Outpatient Centre project has been awarded to EllisDon Infrastructure Healthcare (EDIH) to design, build, finance, and maintain. Parkin is proud to be a part of the winning team. EDIH comprises industry-leading firms including EllisDon Capital (Developer and Equity Investor), EllisDon Corporation (Design/Builder),
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An Architect behind the design of a Women’s Hospital
A Principal and shareholder at Parkin, Lynne Wilson Orr is an architect and interior designer with a particular interest and expertise in the design and delivery of health facilities. She is an accomplished medical facilities planner and designer who focuses on conceptual planning, space programming and design. In her own words: Healthcare facilities design makes
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Official Groundbreaking for Lakeridge Health and Northwest Healthcare
Lakeridge Health and Northwest Healthcare Properties REIT will be officiating a groundbreaking to commence construction of the Jerry Coughlan Health & Wellness Centre, on Tuesday, August 18, 2020. The Centre will support health and wellness in the fast-growing North Pickering community, offering a comprehensive mix of hospital, medical, urgent care, and community-based services, all under
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Parkin Director to present at European Healthcare Design Congress
It has been confirmed that the European Healthcare Design 2020 Congress will be held in a new virtual setting over 5 days this coming September 14–18, 2020. Live platforms will be available to provide a range of features including messaging, live chat, 1-2-1 video meetings, themed video networking lounges, and a virtual exhibition, as well
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Canadian Architect – “Reforming Justice Architecture”
Robert Boraks, a Parkin Director, was recently quoted by the Canadian Architect journal in an editorial titled “Reforming Justice Architecture”. Robert refers to Parkin’s Rankin Inlet Healing Facility as a progressive model aiming to create an environment that gives dignity to inmates and staff. The facility is seen by the locals as a healing centre,
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Citizen Care Pod in Action
Citizen Care Pods are screening workers daily in a construction site in North America. The pods are screening approximately 130 people per hour per window. The pods are designed to operate as smart screening and testing for COVID-19 providing a comfortable and safe environment for testers all year round. It is supporting the construction industry,
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A New Chapter for Parkin Senior Associate, Joe Pedrosa
After 17 years with Parkin, Joe Pedrosa retired as of July 31, 2020. Joe is a recognized member of architectural associations in the provinces of Ontario and Quebec. As a Senior Associate, Joe assisted in the management of the Ottawa office and served as a mentor. Joe’s diligence and passion was demonstrated through his dedication
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