Healthcare Snapshots recently featured the Red Fish Healing Centre for Mental Health and Addiction, highlighting the project as a new benchmark for mental health and addiction facilities in North America. The feature demonstrates how design excellence, cultural partnership, and evidence-based care models can come together to create environments that truly support recovery and long-term wellness. … Continued

Greg Pattison, Principal at Parkin, is quoted in a feature titled Designing Outdoor Spaces that Enhance Resident Wellness, where he shares expert insight on the critical role accessibility plays in creating successful outdoor environments for senior care communities. In the feature, Greg emphasizes that accessibility should be foundational to outdoor design, not an element added … Continued

Our Vancouver team enjoyed a spectacular Ski Day at Cypress Mountain, complete with sunshine, fresh snow, and great company. We partnered once again with HHA (HH Angus) to continue our joint tradition from last year, bringing both teams together for a day of winter fun. Participants took part in a variety of snow activities—including downhill … Continued

We’re excited to share that our recent staff promotions have been featured on Archinect  and the article is officially live! This recognition highlights the incredible work, growth, and dedication of our team. We’re proud to see our talented colleagues celebrated within the broader architecture and design community. Check out the full feature here. Congratulations again … Continued

A group from our Ottawa office recently toured MetaLigna’s prefabrication facility in Arnprior, Ontario. The team had the opportunity to speak directly with experts who work with volumetric and panelized prefabrication every day, discussing the advantages, challenges, common pitfalls, and industry best practices. A big thank‑you to the MetaLigna team for the informative tour and … Continued

We’re proud to share that Rebecca MacDonald and Kyle Basilius, Principals at Parkin Architects, were featured on the CONVO by Design podcast in the episode Designing the Future of Healthcare | Architecture, AI, and Human-Centered Spaces. They discuss the future of healthcare architecture, exploring human-centered design, flexibility, and the role of AI and emerging technologies … Continued

Parkin Principals Kimberley Kennedy and Greg Pattison recently attended the final Crits at Carleton University, spending a day immersed in the thoughtful work and progress of an inspiring group of architecture students. It was a rewarding opportunity to see the students’ ideas evolve and especially meaningful to reconnect with a few who completed summer terms … Continued

At Parkin, leadership, collaboration, and  design with purpose shape how we practice architecture. In recognition of outstanding contribution and impact, we are celebrating the promotion of sixteen individuals, including the addition of six exceptional individuals to our management team.   These talented professionals have advanced our work across Healthcare, Justice, Recreation, Research & Laboratory, and … Continued