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Vancouver Convention Centre West ICORD 6 | M A R C H 2 0 2 5 Musson Cattell Mackey Partnership P H OTO G R A P H Y BY GR AHAM HANDFORD; ED W H I T E P H OTO G R A P H Y Sixty years of Musson Cattell Mackey Partnership's bold architectural legacy by NATALIE BRUCKNER | photography courtesy MUSSON CATTELL MACKEY PARTNERSHIP I f you find yourself at the corner of Burrard and Pender in downtown Vancouver, pause for a moment and take a 360-degree turn. What you'll see is nothing short of a living timeline of architectural evolution – a showcase of Musson Cattell Mackey Partnership's (MCM) profound impact on the city since its founding in 1965. From sleek commercial high-rises and thought- fully planned residential spaces to transformative heritage renovations and ambitious master planning projects, MCM's fingerprints are etched into Vancouver's skyline, telling a story of innovation, adaptability, and a vision that has shaped the city's identity over six decades. Today, MCM is a driving force in Vancouver's architectural landscape, with a team of more than 100 architects and designers shaping the city's past, present, and future. Over the past 60 years, as Vancouver's population has grown from 836,000 to more than 2.5 million, the firm has been a constant, crafting spaces that mirror the city's evolution. Its portfolio includes iconic landmarks like the Vancouver Convention Centre West, the Vancouver Aquarium revitalization, and Canada Place, cementing its reputation for innovation, reliability, and enduring relationships. The firm's origins are intertwined with the city's growth, mirroring the transformation of Vancouver itself. Founded by Frank Musson in 1965, MCM emerged in a good place at a good time. "Frank was originally the in-house architect for Dominion Construction, a company owned by the Bentall family. He left Dominion amicably to establish his architectural practice, and the Bentall family became one of the firm's major clients. They remain one of our clients today," says Mark Thompson, partner at MCM. Renante Solivar, partner, notes that one of the core philosophies established by Musson was a hands-on approach to the practice. "He was very involved in projects, and that approach remains a central tenet of how we operate today," adds Solivar. "From the very beginning, Frank understood that truly impactful design comes from close collaboration – not just with clients but also within the team itself. That philosophy continues to shape our work." Shaping Vancouver' s Skyline

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