Best of Canada: 12 projects nab nation's top architectural prize

The Canada Council for the Arts and RAIC | Architecture Canada announced the recipients of the Governor General’s Medals in Architecture.

 

The awards celebrate outstanding design in recently completed projects by Canadian architects.

 

The winning buildings reflect excellence in sustainable design, innovation, and compatibility with the landscape.

Eleven of the 12 buildings selected this year were built to enhance community life. Projects include cooperative housing, university buildings, a city hall, a community centre, an outdoor stage and two libraries.

The 2014 winners include:

1. 60 Richmond East Housing Co-Operative, Toronto
Teeple Architects Inc.