GSA Adopts New Accessibility Guidelines for Federal Buildings

GSA Adopts New Accessibility Guidelines for Federal Buildings

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) announced a final rule amending the Federal Management Regulation to adopt the new accessibility guidelines issued by the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board (Access Board). The Access Board’s guidelines establish that pedestrian facilities in the public right-of-way dedicated to transportation are readily accessible to and usable by people with disabilities. The…

The Hawaii seabed mining ban doesn’t spell the end of EV batteries

The Hawaii seabed mining ban doesn’t spell the end of EV batteries

  On July 9, Hawaii banned all seabed mining for minerals within its waters to protect the local fishing industry, biodiversity and Native Hawaiian rights. The ban follows similar legislation in California, Washington and Oregon. Twenty-seven countries have so far called for a global moratorium on deepsea mining. The increased production of electric vehicles (EVs)…

3 considerations for designing healthy, adaptable student dining

3 considerations for designing healthy, adaptable student dining

Every student life project possesses its own unique reflection of the campus in which it resides. Student dining facilities have evolved to match changes in higher education and student life. Modern dining spaces move away from cafeteria-style lines toward a more communal experience with areas for eating, socializing, and supporting campus culture. There is also…

Downtown Edmonton plaza opens to public

Downtown Edmonton plaza opens to public

Centennial Plaza in downtown Edmonton is now open, offering an attractive, family-friendly and accessible space. Located in the heart of our downtown, Centennial Plaza was designed by Marc Boutin Architectural Collaborative (MBAC) as a gathering place filled with colour, art installations and play areas. As part of Edmonton’s Civic Centre, which also consists of City…