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Parkin recently hosted a Friday Morning Breakfast session centered around sketching plants and vegetation. The session aimed to emphasize the importance of hand sketching in architecture, a skill often overlooked due to digital advancements.
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We are delighted to announce that Parkin enthusiastically participated in the second annual Hazel McCallion Walk for Health, alongside EllisDon and PCL, on June 4, 2033. The primary objective of this event was to raise funds for the construction of The Peter Gilgan Mississauga Hospital, which is set to become Canada’s largest healthcare facility. Parkin … Continued
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We are thrilled to announce the kick-off of our highly anticipated series, “The Future of Artificial Intelligence.” Our first session was dedicated to the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in architecture. Parkin Associate, Shannon Wright, dove into the possibilities and implications of AI in the realm of design. This important topic has been generating … Continued
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We are thrilled to announce that Parkin is expanding our suite of services to include comprehensive Accessibility Consulting Services. We believe that every space should be inclusive and accessible for all individuals, regardless of their abilities. With our expertise and passion for creating barrier-free environments, we are now better equipped to help you transform your … Continued
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We are thrilled to announce the release of our latest blog post, “Designing Children’s and Women’s Healthcare Facilities in Canada,” showcasing the remarkable journey of designing cutting-edge healthcare facilities for women and children in Canada. Explore patient-centered approaches and the thoughtful design features that promote healing, comfort, and well-being. From private spaces fostering tranquility and … Continued
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Over the years, we’ve had the pleasure of working with Canada’s leading hospitals for women and children. We know designing healthcare facilities is a challenging task. As a result, we take a thorough-yet-compassionate, patient-centric approach to design in order to promote positive energy and support the healing process in the environments we create. Mothers are … Continued
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The replacement of BC’s Cowichan District Hospital is under way, featuring the development of a modern, state-of-the-art hospital on a green-field site. The new, 56,000 m2, seven-story facility features 204 inpatient beds and a comprehensive range of acute care community hospital services, comprising a Diagnostic and Treatment (“D&T”) Block and Inpatient Tower, joined by a … Continued
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After a brief winter break, the construction of the Ecole Des Trois-Soleils in Iqaluit, Nunavut, resumed in March. However, the construction team faced several challenges due to record cold temperatures that delayed the remobilization on site for the 2023 construction season. Despite the majority of the exterior building envelope being completed before the winter break, … Continued
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Parkin Director, Robin Snell participated in the Manchester Metropolitan University’s Manchester School of Architecture International Alumni Event at the end of March 2023. As a prominent figure in the architecture industry, Robin was a part of the international alumni panel event for current students.
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Designing for empathic rather than coercive care Our Evidence-Based Design (EBD) team recently led a Hot Topics event that shared the experience of the Reimagining Behavioural Emergency Environments Workshop in Scottsdale, Arizona, in December 2022. Attendees convened in small groups that included clinicians, and/or patient/patient reps, and designers. The groups were guided through a human-centred … Continued
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