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Photos, clockwise from top left: Surrey Pretrial Services Centre Expansion Project (Latreille Delage Photography); ALT Hotel's exterior features precast concrete mixed with imported black granite, sand and charcoal (courtesy CPCI); interior door featuring textured Pear Glass that brings natural light in without sacrificing privacy and protection (courtesy All Weather Windows and Doors). t 7 RAIC Perspective Down to the letter. 8 Open DIALOG Making a difference through design. 13 Solidifying The Future Emerging trends shape the world of precast concrete. 18 Steel Standing Manufacturers of steel building systems are leaders in going green. 23 Making A Statement The latest in door design favours the big and the bold. 29 Elementary! Progress in structural steel is good news for architects. 33 Flick The Switch Electrical and communication systems stay ahead of the curve. 37 Lofty Ideas Green roof systems bring numerous benefits and advantages. 42 On Lock-Down The security sector embraces a wide range of effective systems and technologies. 45 On Solid Ground Hard surface flooring takes centre stage. april 2014 Edmonton International Airport Central Tower Architect: DIALOG Cover photo and above: Chris Bolin contents on the cover 8 77 13 23 projects 41 The Old Main Building – Thompson Rivers University: Kamloops, B.C. 49 Inlet Centre Fire Hall: Port Moody, B.C. 51 Emergency Department and Critical Care Tower: Surrey, B.C. 55 Saskatoon Police Service Headquarters: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan 59 Abbey Master Builder Centre: Blackfalds, Alberta 61 Fort York Visitor Centre: Toronto, Ontario 65 Nicholas Residences: Toronto, Ontario 67 St. Joseph's Healthcare West 5th Campus: Hamilton, Ontario 69 Redvers Health Centre: Redvers, Saskatchewan 71 Biggar Long Term Health Facility: Biggar, Saskatchewan 73 DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Conference Centre Regina: Regina, Saskatchewan 75 Grand Winnipeg Airport Hotel: Winnipeg, Manitoba 77 Surrey Pretrial Services Centre Expansion Project: Surrey, B.C. 79 Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care: Penetanguishene, Ontario 85 Holy Cross Manor and St. Marguerite Manor: Calgary, Alberta features april 2014 /5 ® www.robinsonlightingandbath.com Vancouver • Coquitlam • Kamloops • Penticton • Edmonton • Calgary • Saskatoon • Brandon • Winnipeg The cultured Chateau chandelier by Feiss is a relaxed but regal piece that adds sparkle without being overwhelming. It features an array of hand-polished glass crystals around rustic and charming fittings, a combination that is sure to inspire a level of understated elegance to a hallway, dining area, or meeting room. p02-05_TOC.indd 5 14-04-03 11:20 AM