Reality TV, architecture edition:
drama, deadlines, crashing files, design decisions, repeat.

Dramatization MAY have occurred 😂

Future of 24 Sussex Drive: While the government dithers, here are some ideas to fix it The official residence of the prime minister is a ruin with no concrete plans to fix it. We asked some architects to share their ideas.

24 Sussex: saving, conserving, renovating and deep energy retrofit would create a lasting, sustainable home for the Prime Minister and their family, showcasing Canada’s commitment to excellence, its past, and its future.

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Just another day: a little stress, done with love ♥️

Feedback like this says it all. 🥰
Missed the lecture? Watch it here 👇

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PSA: this is what happens when you give the marketing team too much creative freedom.

Happy Easter! 🐣

At least you were polite. 😂
#AprilFools

Big day for the industry 👀

The 35th Annual MSL Tradeshow is happening today at the Ottawa Conference and Event Centre, bringing together some of the best in the building world.

Stop by and register at the door!

March 26th 2026 | 8:30am - 6:00pm

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Register and save your spot! 📢

Join Toon Dreessen for an upcoming lecture with Heritage Ottawa!

The goal? Creating meaningful places future generations will value just as much as we cherish the past 200 years.

March 25, 2026 @7:00 PM (ET)

Free to attend! Registration required.

🔗 heritageottawa.org/en/lecture-s...

Ottawa is one of Canada's most liveable cities, with little help from the city | Opinion The Globe and Mail recently declared Ottawa the Most Livable "major" city in Canada. But the top spot is mostly thanks to the NCC.

Ottawa just ranked the most livable major city in Canada. But what contributes to that ranking, and who helps make it possible? 🧐

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A great evening celebrating John DeVries and his 27 years of leadership at the Ottawa construction Association as guests of Laurin Construction.

Wishing him all the best in retirement!

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What would you pick? 🥲

Love this moment in a project. Walls and lighting are in, floors are finally down, and you can almost hear the customers knocking at the door.

I’ll consider this my official employee of the month recognition 👍

Quiet approvals 🙃

#biggirlsdontcry

Happy Valentine’s Day from Architects DCA! ♥️

We call this… quality assurance 💅

All issues resolved upon return. 😉

Age is just a number… but vibes are everything 😌

Behind every organization are people who keep it running. 😉

And then there were five! We’re excited to share that Caelin Luey has completed her licensure requirements and is now a Licensed Technologist, OAA. Huge congrats, Caelin 👏

He understood the assignment 💅

Catch Toon Dreessen on CFRA today at 2:45pm talking all things Alexandra Bridge. 👀 🎙️

I GUESS?!

When the praise hits… and so does the tip jar 👀

#office #ottawa #tips

When you’re expecting bestie mode. 😬

They said take it easy, not stop building. Working out ideas at 1:50 scale. 🏛️

#lego #architecture

Views from up here are really something. 👀

While we’re hoping the project across the street picks up again, things on our side are moving right along. Final elevator commissioning is underway, and yes… it’s been a real up and down experience. 😅

#dadjokes #consteuctionupdate

The work was serious. The moments in between… less so. See you in 2026

Merry Christmas and happy holidays from all of us at DCA! Our office will be closed from December 25 to January 2 as we take time to celebrate the season with loved ones. We look forward to connecting with you in the new year! 🎄