Introducing By Ward Grounds
As the slow march towards implementing the latest revitalization of the ByWard Market continues, many questions remain to be answered. On the surface, the plan focuses on making the ByWard Market a more pleasant place to visit by addressing issues in traffic control and offering improvements to the public realm. Nevertheless, there remains questions around […]
Catherine McBain and Sabina Barrett Earn Professional CAHP Membership
We are thrilled to announce that both Catherine McBain and Sabina Barrett have been granted Professional Membership status with the Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals (CAHP)! This prestigious recognition highlights their extensive contributions and dedication to the heritage conservation field. CATHERINE MCBAIN – INTERN ARCHITECT & EXISTING BUILDING SPECIALIST Catherine McBain brings over five years […]
TRACE Presents at the National Trust – APT Joint Conference 2024
On November 15th, TRACE’s Emily Guy presented at the National Trust – APT Joint Conference 2024: Building Bridges in Montreal. She was part of a larger panel discussing recent changes to heritage and planning legislation in Ontario, prompted by the housing crisis and the impacts of these changes at the local municipal level. The panel […]
Balancing Historical Preservation and Contemporary Needs
On October 23rd, TRACE’s Emily Guy and Ben Merritt were part of Heritage Ottawa’s Emerging Scholars lecture presentation at the University of Ottawa. The discussion focused on finding ways we can continue to preserve our heritage while adapting to modern changes and demands. Speakers included students of varying fields from both Carleton University and the […]
Local APT Chapter Event @ Zibi
On June 20th, the TRACE team joined several other local APT members on a tour of the Zibi site, led by the development’s project manager Taryn Glancy. The event was coordinated by Susan Ross of Carleton University and Heather McArthur of ERA Architects. This walkthrough was especially important to us, as TRACE has been retained […]
Modern Escapes
Summer 2024 is in full swing in the National Capital Region, and it’s the perfect time of year to take advantage of the city’s outdoor spaces. Ottawa’s public space has come a long way since the days of Major’s Hill Park, which faced a significant amount of opposition during its conception. The city now boasts […]
Heritage Conservation in a Housing Crisis
On June 12, TRACE’s Emily Guy presented at the CAHP workroom as part of a panel discussing Heritage Conservation in a Housing Crisis. The panel also consisted of Elaina Zysblat, Heritage Consultant with Ance Building Services, Liberty Brears, Heritage Planner with Liberty & Co., and Ivana Otasevic, Assistant Director, UNESCO Chair on the Diversity of Cultural […]
New AIA Guide to Building Reuse for Climate Action
TRACE’s Mark Thompson Brandt was a member of the resource panel for the new AIA Guide to Building Reuse for Climate Action. The guide provides strategies and information on how to make smart climate action decisions that are cost effective when dealing with the renovation and adaptive reuse of existing buildings. One central aim of […]
Celebrating One Year of Rebrand and Honouring 35 Years of Our Expertise
In the field of architecture, evolution is a constant, and for TRACE, the past year marked a pivotal milestone—a rebrand that celebrated not just a new image, but an evolution built on the bedrock of 35 years of experience. Formerly known as MTBA Associates Inc (2008-2022), Mark Thompson Brandt Architect & Associates (2003-2008), and Thompson […]
Embracing the Future of Hybrid Work : TRACE’s Digital Hub
In recent years, the world of work has undergone a significant transformation, and architecture firms are no exception. The traditional 9-to-5 office setup is no longer the only option for architects and designers who are creative creatures with varying productivity times. As the lines between work and life continue to blur, architecture firms are increasingly […]
