Aga Khan Museum. Photo courtesy of Kim Graham & Associates.
The ceremony winners spotlight adaptable designs that respond to ever-changing communities
Bringing together architects from across the province, this year?s Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) Celebration of Excellence Awards took place on Friday May 13, showcasing the best in architectural design and innovation. Nine new buildings in Toronto, London, Thunder Bay, Georgian Bay (ON), Edmonton (AB) and Vancouver (BC) were distinguished in this year?s Design Excellence category.
Aga Khan Museum. Photo courtesy of Kim Graham & Associates.
The 2016 award-winning projects illustrate how architecture can adapt to the evolving needs of communities over time.
?This year?s Design Excellence Award honourees stand not only as beautiful buildings, but also as examples of architecture?s ability to creatively problem solve,? says OAA President, Toon Dreessen. ?From multi-generational housing to adaptive reuse of underutilized sites to flexible spaces that can be reconfigured to users? needs, Ontario?s architects are once again showing their ability to respond to the changing needs of our communities and our society.? Prince Arthurs Landing. Photo courtesy of Kim Graham & Associates.
In addition to the nine Design Excellence Awards announced before the ceremony, three more honours were unveiled during the gala:

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