Housing affordability has become a defining challenge of our time. Across markets, the gap between incomes and homeownership continues to widen, while demand for attainable rental housing far outpaces supply. So, what precipitated this imbalance? At its core, housing in general and multi-family developments in particular have become extremely expensive to build and slower to […]
Architect and Associate Jennifer Freeman’s perspective on inclusive design began long before her career in architecture. As a teenager, she trained alongside Paralympic swimmers and later began volunteering with Port Glasgow Otters, a community swim club in Scotland, UK that supports people with a wide range of disabilities, which she now leads today. Working closely […]
A comprehensive overhaul of Toronto’s Union Station positions Canada’s largest multi-modal transportation hub to handle 130 million passengers annually.
John Baird, Managing Director, UK at NORR, a global architecture and engineering firm, recently announced the creation of a dedicated UK Interior Design Studio to expand their services within NORR’s operations. This strategic expansion will provide enhanced interior solutions from a project’s briefing stage to its full completion. “This natural progression of our Interior Design […]
Trees are powerful allies that foster climate action. Our NORRForward Corporate Social Responsibility program enables tree planting initiatives such as the One Tree Planted Wildfire Fund to facilitate healthy ecosystem recovery in areas that have experienced high-severity fires.
The global energy transition is reshaping the Industrial landscape, determining where and how the next generation of infrastructure will emerge. From energy centers to advanced manufacturing campuses, our Industrial team shares their insights on what defines and critically enables industrial competitiveness.
NORR Jack Lemay Memorial Award recognizes TMU student for technical excellence
Advancing Canadian Centre for Architects’ Indigenous-Led Design Fellowship
Design for Strength The theme for World Architecture Day is Design for Strength and calls for approaches in the built environment that endure, adapt, and sustain communities. At its core is resilience. We invited our President and Chief Executive Officer, Brian Gerstmar, to share his insights on how the A&E industry is thinking bigger and […]
Brian Gerstmar, President and Chief Executive Officer of NORR, a global architecture and engineering firm, announced the appointment of John Baird, Managing Director, UK to The NORR Group of Companies Board of Directors. “John’s appointment strengthens our global leadership and opens new avenues for cross-regional innovation and excellence,” said Gerstmar. “With more than 25 years […]
At Camp Fowler in Orefield, PA, the Carter Family Center expands what’s possible for at-risk youth. Designed to be both grounded and adaptable, the 5,000 square foot building extends year-round programming, fosters creative learning and reflects the natural character of its site.
Marking a major milestone for the Antarctic Infrastructure Modernisation Programme (AIMP), the Discovery Building consolidates the UK’s position in global polar research.