Making sense of SPF applications

July 5, 2013 mdoyle

Sprayed polyurethane foam (SPF) has been used in Canadian construction and building for decades. It is a versatile product that can keep refrigerated commercial warehouses cool and homes warm, make rooms quieter and more comfortable, and also form a continuous seal when specified as a roofing product on a flat- or low-slope surface.

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Industry Designations: Are they worth it?

June 30, 2013 mdoyle

Not too long ago, I handed my business card to a friend. Looking at the list of letters at the end of my name, he laughed—“Are you kidding me? Why do you collect so many designations? Maybe you have a self-esteem problem!”

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Teaching about wood in Saudi Arabia

June 24, 2013 mdoyle

Invented in the United States more than 200 years ago, light-frame wood construction remains a dominant system in Canadian construction for residential and light commercial buildings.

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Spec Matters: A specifier looks back

June 18, 2013 mdoyle

Specification writing is an enriching experience, and I have been enjoying that experience at one of the major architectural firms in Montréal—NFOE et associés architectes, which celebrated its centennial last year. I have worked there as a specifier for more than 20 years, and am glad I still have the opportunity to contribute to the high quality of work produced by the firm.

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Port Alberni facility built to withstand natural disasters

June 11, 2013 mdoyle

For a building to survive earthquakes, it needs to be tough. B.C. Hydro’s new operations facility in Port Alberni is an energy-efficient field office that includes an emergency operations centre designed to protect it from natural disasters.

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Different projects, similarly sustainable results

June 4, 2013 mdoyle

Two distinct Canadian cultural facilities have both been certified Gold under the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program.

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An indoor rink for New Brunswick Island

May 29, 2013 mdoyle

The 2400 residents of Grand Manan Island, located in the Bay of Fundy, are now able to skate year-round on the community’s first indoor ice rink funded by government and the community.

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Design allows Surrey Health Centre to optimize workflow

May 18, 2013 mdoyle

The Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre (Surrey, B.C.) provides a pioneering model for patient- and family-centred care in Canada by embracing the latest advances in healthcare delivery and medical treatment. Designed by Kasian Architecture Interior Design & Planning Ltd., the strategic use of ‘lean design’ and evidence-based design (EBD) principles helps minimize patient waiting times, streamline service processes, and reduce occupational inefficiencies.

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Bridgepoint Healthcare expands with new digs

May 9, 2013 mdoyle

Toronto’s new 464-bed rehabilitation Bridgepoint Hospital is now housing patients receiving healthcare and rehabilitation services for illness and injury.

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B.C. hospital gets an expansion makeover

April 23, 2013 mdoyle

Opening last month, the 5400-m²(58,125-sf) addition and renovation to St. Mary’s community hospital (Sechelt, B.C.) boasts new services and energy-efficient features.

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