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In the heart of Hamilton, Ontario, a transformative endeavor took shape at the Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre. The vision aimed at revolutionizing patient-centered care and expanding community access to vital healthcare services. This ambitious renovation project sought to address the pressing need for advanced treatment options for adult cancer patients, particularly those battling blood … Continued
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The University of Ottawa has commenced construction on a state-of-the-art medical research facility, the Advanced Medical Research Centre (AMRC), a $280-million project anticipated to fuel the creation of new biotech startups and generate hundreds of millions of dollars in economic spinoffs. Construction began in mid-May, and the facility is slated to open in 2026. This … Continued
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Our Vancouver office’s Parkin Studio recently hosted another exciting design charette, focusing on an innovative exercise to create new garments from unconventional and recycled materials. The staff contributed gently used garments, which were later donated to Vancouver General Hospital. Four teams unleashed their creative talents to craft garments inspired by individual themes, each paired with … Continued
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We are thrilled to announce that Western Memorial Regional Hospital has achieved LEED Silver certification as of May 15, 2024! This remarkable achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire team. Their commitment to sustainability and excellence has played a crucial role in reaching this significant milestone. Congratulations to the … Continued
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The province, Island Health, and the people of the Cowichan Valley are one step closer to seeing their new hospital completed. In a significant milestone, the final structural beam was placed on the diagnostic and treatment centre of the region’s new hospital on May 23, 2024. This beam placement was part of a special signing … Continued
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Parkin is thrilled to share the remarkable news that our Director, Robin Snell, has been honored as a recipient of a prestigious 2024 CSA Award of Merit (in recognition of exemplary technical expertise, advocacy, and outstanding contributions to the development of standards for healthcare facility design)! Robin’s outstanding contributions will be recognized at the forthcoming … Continued
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We are excited to share that Parkin’s esteemed Cowichan District Hospital project has been showcased in Healthcare Design Magazine. The feature titled “Cowichan District Hospital Replacement Project, North Cowichan, British Columbia, Canada: First Look” highlights the project’s culturally sensitive design, innovative hospital planning, and sustainable features. The CDHRP is pioneering a new standard in sustainability … Continued
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We are thrilled to share the spotlight with The Globe and Mail as they emphasize the crucial importance of accessible spaces. In their recent article, they underscored that “providing accessible spaces is a moral imperative and strategic investment.” Highlighted within this piece is Parkin’s Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex, recognized for its accessibility features. These include … Continued
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We’re thrilled to share our latest achievements at Parkin, featuring projects that we’re immensely proud of. Take a moment to explore our recent publications: Red Fish Healing Centre for Mental Health and Addiction We’re excited to announce that our work on the Red Fish Healing Centre has been featured in e-architect, one of the world’s … Continued
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Introduction The Parkin design team had the privilege of attending the Healthcare Design Conference + Expo, (HCD + Expo) in New Orleans, an event renowned for its expertise in healthcare architecture and design. Our team, comprised of Tysa Thomson, Rebecca MacDonald, Laura Hann, Cedric du Montier, and Cindy O’Brien, immersed in a plethora of enlightening … Continued
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