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Grandview Kids Children’s Treatment Centre, The New Jerry Coughlan Building (Ajax, Ontario) has been featured on Archilovers. Take a look at the project and see how a spirit of “whimsy” helped shape a welcoming, child-centred environment for care. View on Archilovers
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Exciting news, Parkin’s Senior Interior Designer and Associate, Erinn Haley-Stevenson, was featured in the Inc. newsletter, sharing a smart, people-first take on how workplace choice (including where we sit and work) can boost focus, comfort, and productivity. “Behaviorally, when employees can choose an environment that supports them—whether they need quiet, stimulation, or a bit of … Continued
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Accessibility is often treated as a checklist at the end of a project—something to validate once key decisions have already been made. Universal design asks for something different: to design environments, services, and experiences that work for as many people as possible, from the outset. In practice, that means moving beyond minimum code compliance and … Continued
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On Sunday, April 19, 2026, Parkin’s Vancouver office hit the streets of downtown Vancouver for the Vancouver Sun Run. A contingent of 28 determined and energized teammates showed up early, ran (and cheered) hard, and represented Parkin with pride from start to finish. Thank you to everyone who participated and supported from the sidelines what … Continued
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Parkin Director John MacSween and Senior Associate Melinda Lobo will be presenting at the CCHF Conference on May 5, 2026. Constrained sites. Capital escalation. Traditional strategies that keep exceeding budgets. In this timely session, grounded in insights from Lions Gate Hospital, our team will unpack the real trade-offs between redeveloping existing sites and acquiring new … Continued
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Recently, Parkin Interiors team members Andrea Langham and Gina Martino joined Sheridan College’s Interior Design program for student crits, an opportunity to share practical feedback, encouragement, and real-world perspective as students develop their concepts and presentation skills. Earlier this year, Gina also delivered a virtual one-hour guest lecture to the same cohort, focused on healthcare … Continued
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The Canadian Collaborative Contracts Conference is the first national event dedicated to advancing collaborative approaches in public infrastructure delivery. Hosted by Infrastructure BC, the conference takes place April 27–29, 2026 at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler in Whistler, B.C. It includes an interactive Alliance workshop, followed by two days of keynotes, panels, case studies, and networking … Continued
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We’re excited to share that Parkin is part of the New Avalon Corrections Partners team delivering the Adult Corrections Facility Replacement project in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador. This 21,000 m2 facility, located in St. John’s east end, will replace Her Majesty’s Penitentiary (HMP) and provide more than double the existing capacity. Guided by best … Continued
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Parkin principals Rebecca MacDonald and Lynne Wilson Orr joined internationally recognized nursing leaders at Euro Nursing 2026 in Berlin, Germany to share insights and practical strategies at the intersection of healthcare, research, and the built environment. Their session, “Beyond Clinical Care: Environmental Design Strategies that Enhance Women’s Sense of Safety”, was presented on April 1, … Continued
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Recently, our Eastern Business Development team came together to discuss future opportunities and align on plans with a focus on Parkin’s non-healthcare markets. The session centered on strengthening relationships across the region, identifying emerging areas of demand, and prioritizing initiatives that will help us better support clients and partners. We’re excited about what’s ahead and … Continued
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