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Parkin Featured in The Globe and Mail – South Niagara Hospital Sets a New Standard for Wellness

We’re thrilled to share that the Globe and Mail has featured South Niagara Hospital, highlighting it as the first hospital in Canada designed to achieve WELL certification—a standard focused on occupant health and well-being.

Parkin Senior Associate, Sohail Akhtar is quoted in the article, emphasizing the collaborative and wellness-driven design approach:

“The WELL approach links the attributes of the physical environment to improve occupant safety, wellness and satisfaction,” says Sohail Akhtar. “We’ve incorporated biophilic elements like a cyanotype artwork in the ambulatory care entrance that brings the outside in. The color palette and art selections – including an Indigenous creation story installation – are deliberately chosen to create a calming, supportive environment.”

The project reflects Parkin’s commitment to environments that promote healing, inclusivity, and long-term well-being.

Read the full article HERE.

Designed in collaboration with Adamson Associates Architects

Renderings: 95Degree

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