Topics: SALA
Opinion: When local planning becomes provincial command
Vancouver Sun | | Media coverage
SCARP's Erick Villagomez cites SALA Professor Patrick Condon's research on housing and affordability in his thoughts about new provincial planning policies.
The gap between wages and housing prices is widening, fuelling the affordability crisis
The Conversation | | Media coverage
SALA Professor Patrick Condon shares his analysis of Canada's housing crisis, and proposes solutions on how to close the gap between wages and the cost of housing.
Reuse of wood construction and demolition waste: Potentials for Canada
Canadian Architect | | Media coverage
Associate Professor AnnaLisa Meyboom of the UBC School of Architecture + Landscape Architecture writes about the Design for Deconstruction in Light Wood research initiative, which explores the potential for wood reuse in the construction industry,…
UBC SALA Alumni: Growing Connections and Seedbombs at Kits Beach
| Spotlight
This past weekend, SALA alumni gathered at Kits Beach for a hands-on workshop that blended catching up with old friends, enjoying the outdoors, and preparing for the upcoming spring season. The afternoon kicked off with a casual pizza picnic in the…
Dr. Thaïsa Way appointed Director, School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture
| Announcement
Dr. Thaïsa Way appointed Director, School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture.
Healthcare facilities launch nature-based programs
Canadian Facility Management & Design | | Media coverage
Katie Mcpartlin, a graduate student in landscape architecture, visited six acute and long-term care sites to perform a site analysis and help re-imagine green spaces.
SALA, SOE alumni receive 2024-25 UBC Alumni Builder Awards
| Announcement
Eleonore Leclerc, MArch '13, and Shola Fashanu, BASc '22, are being recognized for their significant contributions to the university's two campuses and enriching the lives of others.
UBC engineering, architecture and landscape architecture, and nursing rank among Canada's best
| Announcement
UBC Engineering, Nursing, and the School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture are top two in Canada, according to the latest university rankings. UBC Nursing ranks 13th globally and UBC Engineering is top 25 in the world.
Why does the B.C. government ignore this low-cost passenger rail network for the Fraser Valley?
Vancouver Sun | | Media coverage
Patrick Condon, Professor at the School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, commented on the prospect of a light rail network in the Fraser Valley.
4 generations on 1 lot: One family's creative response to B.C.'s housing crisis
CTV Vancouver | | Media coverage
Patrick Condon, Professor at the School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, commented on a family’s response to the housing crisis.