http://www.da-architects.ca DA Architects + Planners Inc. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:15:55 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en February 2010. DA Architects  + Planners are very pleased to have been presented with the recognition award for the use of wood on the Vancouver Convention Centre West. This recognition is from the Government of  British Columbia. It recognizes vision, leadership and innovation in  promoting wood as the preferred choice for building design, ... http://www.da-architects.ca/news/wood-first-champion/ Completion Date:  Current Overview DA was initially asked to undertake a study to seismically upgrade this significant heritage school for 350 elementary and 120 kindergarten students in North Vancouver. The DA Difference After the Feasibility Study process, the Ministry of education agreed to fund the complete upgrade of the school to the value of ... http://www.da-architects.ca/projects/queen-mary-elementary/ [caption id="attachment_816" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="2010 Opening"][/caption] February 2010. The Delta Hospice Society has opened the new Delta Hospice which has 10 suites in the Hospice Residence and an adjacent Outreach Support Centre for supportive care for members of the community including resources, counselling and consultation.  The Delta Hospice is in Delta, BC and is adjacent ... http://www.da-architects.ca/news/delta-hospice-opens/ January 2010 - Coast Coal Harbour Hotel in Vancouver BC is now OPEN ! DA are pleased to work with Okabe North America Inc and Coast Hotels and Resorts on their new flag-ship hotel.  This beautiful hotel achieves a high level of sophistication and warmth  in a downtown urban setting. "We designed a ... http://www.da-architects.ca/news/coast_coal_harbour_hotel_vancouverb/ Completion Date: February 2010 Budget: $7 Million Overview The project comprises a 10 bed Hospice Residence, an adjacent outreach Support Centre and shared gardens and walkways. The buildings occupy a 1.33 acre site adjacent to the Delta Hospital and serve North and South Delta with extending their support beyond families to friends, caregivers and ... http://www.da-architects.ca/projects/delta-hospice/ Completion date:  January, 2010 Budget: $60 Million Overview This full service, $60 Million, 20-storey, 220 room hotel is Coast Hotels & Resorts' newest  flagship property in its chain of hotels. Located in the downtown business district, the building offers full conference and ballroom facilities, a restaurant and recreation amenities. The site offers spectacular ... http://www.da-architects.ca/projects/coast-coal-harbour-hotel/ [caption id="attachment_681" align="aligncenter" width="150" caption="Vancouver Convention Centre West"][/caption] November, 2009 - DA Architects + Planners are very pleased to be one of several recipents of the 2009 BC Steel Design Award - Krentz Awaqrd - from the  Canadian Institute of Steel Construction. This award was  for 'Outstanding Steel Structure' and was ... http://www.da-architects.ca/news/da-architects-receives-award-for-the-vancouver-convention-centre-west/ On November 19th, River Rock Resort and Casino celebrated the unveiling of their $30 million renovation. Randy Knill, Partner, DA Architects + Planners was the architect responsible for the design and he was on hand to enjoy the evening.  After 18 months of renovation, the spectacular new Grand Lobby welcomes guests to ... http://www.da-architects.ca/news/river-rock-resort-and-casinos-30-million-renovation-opens/ [caption id="attachment_662" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Campbell River Spirit Square"][/caption] The Campbell River Spirit Square opened November 2nd, 2009, in time for the Olympic Torch to arrive in the afternoon.  The square was opened with dedication and blessing ceremonies by We Wai Kum First Nations singers and dancers, as well as by visiting ... http://www.da-architects.ca/news/campbell_rivers_spirit_square_welcomes_the_olympic_torch/ Completion Date:  Current Budget:  $16 Million Overview The Ridgeway School will accommodate 350 elementary and 120 kindergarten students. The original 1911 building and the two 1926 wings are considered the most significant heritage building on the north shore. However the current condition of the building requires replacement or major upgrades to most of ... http://www.da-architects.ca/projects/ridgeway-elementary/