DIALOG demonstrates its commitment to sustainability and a multidisciplinary approach through innovative building solutions that maximise efficiency and quality, and limit environmental impact. As one of Canada's largest fully integrated architectural, engineering, interior design, urban planning and landscape architecture firms, DIALOG has more than 500 employees with four studios across the country in Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary and Edmonton. DIALOG's philosophy is that of inclusion and collaboration. Founded on the engagement of clients and stakeholders, the firm aims to deliver outstanding solutions that leave a lasting, positive mark on the community through its multidisciplinary teams. The success of this philosophy is apparent in the quality of its award-winning work, from sustainable community planning and urban design to comprehensive, mixed-use private development and groundbreaking institutional projects. "We approach design in a multifaceted, collaborative way, which allows us to provide innovative solutions to address our clients' pressing challenges," says principal Jim Anderson. DIALOG's successful approach is demonstrated in the complex but functional geometry of the Edmonton International Airport's combined office and control tower. The tower's flowing metal spandrels, combined with optimal solar orientation, allow maximum natural daylight in the winter and shading in the summer. Another example is the York Region Forest Stewardship and Education Centre located outside of Toronto. Leveraging DIALOG's extensive Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design experience and its in-house Living Building Challenge specialist, the centre is a sustainable and symbiotic building designed in harmony with the surrounding forest. The company welcomes the opportunity to share its design expertise with local developers in Asia, particularly in Hong Kong and the southern part of the mainland. "Asia is experiencing rapid urbanisation. We see a greater need for more efficient and sustainable buildings aligned with our expertise," Anderson says. "We look forward to collaboration with clients who understand the long-term benefits of sustainability and quality-driven designs. We are excited to share the best of our Canadian and global expertise in Asia." DIALOG www.dialogdesign.ca
