On September 20, we joined the annual global Park(ing) Day movement by transforming our parking lot at 672 Dupont Street into “MUTABLE SPACES,” a playful and thought-provoking commentary on urban transformation. Park(ing) Day invites designers and citizens worldwide to reimagine parking spaces as mini-parks and public places, encouraging dialogue about the use of urban space…
Read MoreAs the summer comes to a close, we reflect on the valuable contributions of our talented interns, Olivia Pires and Leyla Godfrey. Over the past few months, they have immersed themselves in our projects, bringing fresh perspectives and enthusiasm to the team. Here, we share some of their insights and experiences from their time with…
Read MoreAt BNKC, we believe in recognizing and nurturing talent, and today we’re excited to celebrate the promotion of Miriam Altamiranda and Mehreen Mujib to the role of Associate. Both have been integral members of our team, demonstrating outstanding dedication, leadership, and a commitment to excellence in every project they undertake. We sat down with them…
Read MoreWe are excited to introduce Devrim Alan as BNKC’s new Digital Delivery Manager! With a wealth of experience in architecture, engineering, and manufacturing, Devrim brings a unique and comprehensive perspective to our team, seamlessly integrating technology with design to enhance our project management and delivery processes. In a recent conversation, Devrim shared his insights on…
Read MoreOn a crisp and sunny Friday in February we gathered to unroll 50 years of architectural history! For decades, we’ve stored the drawing rolls for projects spanning the history of the firm. From the 1960s onward, BNKC, in its different iterations, has played a role in shaping the GTA’s architectural fabric with projects like College…
Read MoreOn any given day we’ve got a furry friend (or two) keeping us company at the studio. Everyone gets along and all take their jobs very seriously; be it mooching treats, giving snuggles, or fostering general happiness. Poppy milking a lil boo boo. Lola commuting by subway. Leo is ready to help! Soda waiting…
Read MoreWas it luck? Maybe. Serendipity? Absolutely! In 2020, Vaughn Miller embarked on his journey with BNKC, unaware that he’d be working remotely for the next two years. Starting with a new firm amidst a global pandemic was no small feat, but Vaughn embraced the challenge wholeheartedly. His unwavering passion for design and natural leadership qualities…
Read MoreWe’re pleased to announce the recent promotion of two team members whose dedication has contributed to BNKC’s exceptional success over the past year. Chris Mascarenhas (left) has been promoted from Project Architect to Project Manager Daniel Garnier (right) has been promoted from BIM Specialist to Manager, Digital Delivery + BIM Lead Our ability to deliver…
Read MoreEvery October, the Inktober Challenge encourages people to create 31 drawings in as many days. BNKC’s Sajith Sabanadesan is a talented member of our architectural and urban design team but he’s also a gifted artist. Saj’s Inktober creations demonstrate his whimsical sensibility as much as his technical expertise. We hope you enjoy this selection of his drawings…
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