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SAIT Downtown: School for Advanced Digital Technology

Located in the heart of downtown Calgary at the Barclay Centre, SAIT Downtown represents a bold leap forward in applied education. This dynamic new academic space will be home to the School for Advanced Digital Technology (SADT) and reinforces SAIT’s commitment to digital innovation and workforce development. Designed to inspire, empower, and connect, this project

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York University – Life Sciences Building

Wrapped in a kinetic pixel-patterned skin, the Life Sciences Building is the home of York University’s Department of Biology. Open, airy public spaces, classrooms, and lecture halls on the ground floor lead to flexible teaching laboratories and CL2 research laboratories above, with specialized suites for advanced microscopy and nuclear imaging. We accelerated a compressed fast-track

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Winskill Aquatic and Fitness Centre

Faced with an aging facility that no longer met the needs of its growing population, the City of Delta envisioned a vibrant, inclusive space. The new Winskill Aquatic and Fitness Centre brings this vision to life as a 100,000-square-foot hub of wellness, recreation, and community connection. In collaboration with Carscadden Architects, DIALOG designed a high-performance

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Peel Regional Police Operational Support Facility

The Peel Regional Police Operational Support Facility (OSF), designed by DIALOG, is a modern, inclusive, and forward-thinking workspace designed for people – prioritizing collaboration, safety, and well-being. The facility redefines public safety infrastructure and plays a pivotal role in supporting Peel Regional Police’s vision of serving one of Canada’s most diverse and rapidly growing communities. Located

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Simon Fraser University Phase 2 Student Residence

Courtyard Residence at Simon Fraser University’s (SFU) Burnaby Mountain gateway introduces a new hybrid model for student living – one that meets the growing need for welcoming spaces where students can live, connect, and feel at home. Positioned at the entrance to SFU’s residence precinct, Courtyard Residence shapes the campus’s first impression. It reimagines SFU’s

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UHN Toronto Western Hospital New Surgical and Patient Tower

DIALOG is leading the design of the University Health Network’s New Surgical and Patient Tower at Toronto Western Hospital (TWH), a visionary project poised to solidify TWH’s reputation as Canada’s leading neuroscience centre of excellence and leader in performing complex surgeries. Situated in downtown Toronto, this landmark tower is set to revolutionize patient care, offering

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Toronto Metropolitan University – Research Laboratories at MaRS

Perched high in the MaRS II building, this research facility for Toronto Metropolitan University’s Department of Chemistry and Biology capitalizes upon panoramic views of Queen’s Park and the University of Toronto campus. By placing the CL2 biocontainment zones and support spaces at the building core, we opened up the laboratory benches, offices, and collaboration areas

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Joel Penner

Based in our Calgary studio, Joel is an accomplished architectural technologist with extensive experience in high-profile and complex projects across Western Canada and internationally. His portfolio spans a diverse range of projects, including high-rise commercial and mixed-use towers, small retail buildings, large mall renovations, and campus-style, multi-building developments. Joel’s expertise shines in fast-paced, complex projects