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WELCOME
WELCOME TO FACADES+ TORONTO!
The Architect’s Newspaper is celebrating the 12th year of the Facades+ conference series. We are thrilled to welcome both new attendees and longtime supporters to the program’s dynamic dialogue. We bring fresh and relevant programming to each city, every year and have an exceptional group of projects and enclosure systems for you to learn about today.
Facades+ Toronto brings together top professionals from the worlds of design, engineering, fabrication, and construction to consider how high-performance envelopes are evolving and transforming the built environment in Toronto, Ontario, across North America, and around the world while responding to changing codes, climates, technologies, programs, and client expectations across all scales and building typologies.
I’d like to thank our conference co-chair Ted Watson and Jeanne Ng of MJMA, who have brought together today’s amazing program of design leaders. We invite you to connect with presenters and your peers during networking breaks in the Methods+Materials Gallery throughout the day.
Please get to know the industry-leading sponsors exhibiting in the Methods+Materials Gallery and learn how they will help you shape the future of facade design and technology.
Has Facades+ struck a chord with you? Have a look at our upcoming events held in 13 cities across the U.S. & Canada. Visit our website to learn more about our other events and additional opportunities to earn your CEUs.
We are eager to hear from you about how we might improve the Facades+ experience. Talk to us. And please spread the word—help us to continue to grow the Facades+ dialogue and community.
All the best,
Diana Darling CEO/ Creative Director, AN Media Group
CONFERENCE ORGANIZERS
DIANA DARLING CEO & Creative Director, The Architect’s Newspaper
DIONNE DARLING VP of Brand Partnerships, The Architect’s Newspaper
MARTY WOOD Program Director, The Architect’s Newspaper
AGENDA
8:00 AM CHECK-IN & BREAKFAST | Methods + Materials Gallery
9:30 AM WELCOME Dionne Darling | The Architect’s Newspaper
PROGRAM INTRODUCTION:
9:40 AM
Ted Watson | MJMA Architecture & Design
Jeanne Ng | MJMA Architecture & Design
SPOTLIGHT
Ace Hotel Toronto: Towards Simplicity, Sustainability and Urbanism
Presenters:
9:45 AM
Brigitte Shim | Shim-Sutcliffe Architects
Alex Lukachko | University of Toronto
Ted Watson | MJMA Architecture & Design
10:30 AM PANEL
Fabrication Futures: Advances in Materials for Building Envelope Excellence
Presenters:
Peter Dushenski | GlasCurtain
Daniel Hall | STI Specified Technologies
Brian R. White | H.B. Fuller
Ted Watson | MJMA Architecture & Design
11:15 AM METHODS + MATERIALS BREAK
SPOTLIGHT
Tower Renewal: High Performance Envelopes for More Equitable Homes
Presenters:
11:45 PM
12:15 PM
Graeme Stewart | ERA Architects
Ya’el Santopinto | ERA Architects
Ted Watson | MJMA Architecture & Design
PANEL
Build Better: Improving Building Skins through Advanced Technology
Presenters:
Tim Nass | SAFTI FIRST
Hanin Issa | AMS
Samuel Doyon Bissonette | Unicel Architectural Corp.
Ted Watson | MJMA Architecture & Design
1:00 PM NETWORKING LUNCH
ROUNDTABLE
Solving Toronto's Housing Crisis: Delivering Sustainable, Cost-Effective, and Beautiful Homes
Tall Timber: University of Toronto's Academic Wood Tower
Presenter:
Ted Watson | MJMA Architecture & Design
Ryan Going | Pomerleau
David Stanton | RDH Building Science
Jeanne Ng | MJMA Architecture & Design
5:00 PM CLOSING REMARKS
Dionne Darling | The Architect’s Newspaper
5:15 PM COCKTAIL PARTY
NETWORK: @hyatt_meeting
SPEAKERS
Co-Chairs
TED WATSON Partner / MJMA Architecture
& Design
For over 25 years, Ted has crafted deeply researched and expressive civic, academic and recreation buildings that are ecologically and socially conscious agents of community-building. Ted believes environmental and social resilience to be interdependent conditions and he has spearheaded many of MJMA’s projects that have used emerging and innovative means of accessibility, inclusivity, and sustainability. Notable examples include U of T’s Academic Wood Tower, the UBC Aquatic Centre, and the Hiwa l Recreation Centre at the University of Auckland, to name a few. He is active in the profession, being an OAA Council member and sitting on several committees, with the intent of strengthening architects’ role in advocating for better environmental and social practices.
JEANNE NG
Senior Principal / MJMA Architecture & Design
Since joining MJMA in 1997, Jeanne has been a key force in advancing the studio’s vision of public architecture as a catalyst for strengthening individual and community wellbeing. She has built a large and diverse portfolio that encompasses community, recreation, campus, and library design. She is dedicated to achieving solutions that will have the greatest positive impact on the daily lives of the communities with whom she works. This has led her to spearhead many of the studio’s sustainability initiatives, including MJMA’s Sustainability Action Plan, ongoing research on embodied carbon, and strengthening relationships with like-minded academics and professionals.
DANNY BARTMAN
Partner / LGA Architectural Partners
Danny Bartman, Partner at LGA Architectural Partners, has been with the company for over two decades. Focused on city-building, Danny cites architecture as a means for social good. Whether the project is a community hub, a new public library, or an affordable housing complex, his desire to respond directly to critical problems drives his design approach. Danny teaches at the University of Waterloo School of Architecture and has lectured at Toronto Metropolitan University’s Department of Architecture. He often leads in-depth community consultations, visioning sessions, and needs assessments to create the foundational concept and character behind each project.
MICHAEL CONWAY
Associate Partner / Hariri Pontarini Architects
A registered architect with nearly three decades of experience, Michael joined HPA in 2006. Over the course of his career, he has managed projects throughout all phases of design and construction – from programming and schematic design to detail drawings and contract administration. Michael’s recent projects stand as a testament to his versatility, spanning: The Well, a 7.7 acre mixed-use development that weaves a new district into the fabric of downtown Toronto, the King Portland Centre, a 438,000 square foot commercial and residential development; FIVE: Condos at 5 St. Joseph, a 46-storey residential tower set above a restored heritage building; and the redevelopment of the 3.3 million square foot Galleria Mall Site in one of Toronto’s up-andcoming neighbourhoods.
Graduating from McGill University with a civil engineering degree, Samuel Doyon-Bissonnette later on enrolled in the master’s program at Concordia University in order to get a solid background on building envelopes. He joined the industry as a project manager with Unicel Architectural, a family business that is celebrating its 60th anniversary. He then became director of engineering and since January 2022 has been Co-President and shareholder, along with his brother Vincent.
PETER DUSHENSKI
Managing Director / GlasCurtain
Peter Dushenski is the Managing Director of GlasCurtain inc., a 100% Canadian-owned and operated curtain wall manufacturer that specializes in triple-glazed fibreglass-framed systems. Since 2013, Peter has led the company to several industry firsts including the highest thermally performing curtain wall in the world based on Cold Climate Passive House (PHI) certification - rated to 0.60 W/m2K. Peter lives in Edmonton, is happily married and the proud father of two little boys.
MICHAEL FAUSTINI
Project Director / Pomerleau
Michael Faustini is a professional with a Masters in Business Administration, specializing in Real Estate and Infrastructure. With a strong background in Construction Project Management, he has managed various high-value projects across Canada, including Ashbridge Bay MSF, Bibliothèque du Boisé, Îlot Voyageur, McGill Otto Maas, and AMTC Trenton. Michael obtained his MBA from Schulich School of Business at York University and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from McGill University. He has held pivotal roles at Pomerleau, serving as Bid Manager, Construction Claims and Dispute Resolution expert, Project Manager, and Assistant Project Manager.
RYAN GOING
Project Manager / Pomerleau
Ryan is a construction manager with experience running large-scale buildings and civil projects from $5M-$100M+ across industrial, institutional, commercial and healthcare markets in Canada and the UK. As a project manager with Pomerleau, Ryan is currently delivering the Academic Wood Tower for the University of Toronto, which at 14 storeys and 76m is the tallest wood structure under construction in Canada. Ryan is also a founding member of Pomerleau’s National Wellbeing Committee which focuses on improving mental health supports for Pomerleau’s 4000+ employees across the country. Ryan is a member of the Toronto Construction Association’s Young Construction Leaders (YCL) Executive committee.
DANIEL HALL
Curtain Wall and Facade Specialist Central US and Canada / STI Specified Technologies
Prior to joining STI in 2023, Dan was a national sales manager/ project manager for two national Life Safety companies and has worked with the top curtain wall glaziers in the country. In those roles, Dan worked closely with the STI Curtain Wall team and has an extensive knowledge of STI systems and solutions. Dan has brought his skills in the field as a PM to STI, giving a different perspective to solving perimeter fire containment conditions for glazing and general contractors. With over 30 years of experience in construction Dan’s experience is appreciated by his customers.
HANIN ISSA
Managing Director / AMS
Hanin Issa is the Managing Director of AMS, a company dedicated to innovative cladding materials and systems. Under her leadership, AMS specializes in colored glass panels for rainscreen cladding and advanced concealed fixation methods using adhesives. With a keen eye for design and functionality, Hanin drives the company’s mission to deliver cutting-edge solutions that enhance both the aesthetic and structural integrity of modern architecture.
SPEAKERS
DANIEL LING
Principal / Montgomery
Sisam Architects
Daniel joined Montgomery Sisam in 2003, becoming a Principal in 2007. With an outstanding combination of design talent and project management skills, Daniel has built a rich and varied body of work that includes education, infrastructure, healthcare, residential, office and civic projects. With an emphasis on innovative planning and integrated building systems, Daniel is able to generate efficient, flexible, forward-thinking design solutions that respond to a diversity and complexity of needs across multiple building types.
ALEX LUKACHKO
Assistant Professor / University of Toronto
Alex Lukachko is a building science consultant and climate change adaptation specialist who has worked on high-performance, low-carbon buildings and building materials with clients in many parts of Canada and the United States, including building material manufacturers, developers, constructors, and design firms. He is working with architecture firms to help them change their design and construction practices to address the climate crisis. Alex teaches the integration of energy, building science and design concepts in the architecture programs at the University of Toronto. He has active research interests in developing future building enclosure systems and designing high-performance, lowenvironmental-impact buildings.
DORON MEINHARD
Associate Partner / Hariri Pontarini Architects
Doron, an Associate Partner at Hariri Pontarini Architects (HPA), works closely with the Founding Partners to develop and implement the firm's strategic direction. Doron is an integral part of developing and maintaining relationships with key clients, bringing in-depth knowledge of the firm's projects and business side. Responsible for the overall oversight of the design and management of major projects, Doron facilitates each detail of communication between the client, team members, and consultants. Doron’s strengths include the managerial skills required to assemble and coordinate design teams, the ability to carry out detailed design work, and the coordination of external consultants.
TIM NASS
VP of Sales / SAFTI FIRST
Tim Nass has nearly 30 years of experience in the architectural glazing industry. As the Vice President of Sales at SAFTI FIRST, leading USA-manufacturer of fire rated glass and framing systems, he brings his extensive knowledge and expertise when working closely with architects, consultants, general contractors and glaziers to deliver a code-compliant glazing solution that meets all the aesthetic, performance and budget requirements of the project. Tim also oversees SAFTI FIRST’s global network of architectural sales representatives. Tim Nass is a dynamic presenter and speaker who has been delivering educational presentations to various architecture firms, AIA local chapters, CSI local chapters, at the CSI National Convention and other architectural and glazing industry events.
YA’EL SANTOPINTO
Principal / ERA Architects
Ya’el is a registered Architect, Principal and practice lead at ERA who specializes in affordable housing retrofit and the adaptive reuse of existing buildings. Ya’el is ERA’s lead Tower Renewal Architect, overseeing a team of specialists to execute complex, holistic and resilient energy retrofits on post-war apartment towers across the region. She has been Project Architect on the retrofit of more than 1,000 social housing units, with specialized expertise in retrofit with residents in place, integrated design delivery, and phasing complex projects for maximum investment and carbon-reduction impact.
DAVID STANTON
Senior Building Science Engineer / RDH Building Science
David is a Senior Building Science Engineer at RDH Building Science, and leads the airtightness testing group in Toronto. He has a passion for high performance, low-carbon buildings, and a passion for pushing the industry to address the climate crisis. David is regularly involved in both new and existing building work, as well as forensic investigations, testing, and research in both the US and Canada. David has been involved with a number of passive house projects, including Harmony Commons at the University of Toronto, and number of other highperformance buildings.
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SPEAKERS
BRIGITTE SHIM
Partner / Shim-Sutcliffe Architects
Brigitte Shim and her partner
A. Howard Sutcliffe founded Shim-Sutcliffe Architects in 1994 establishing a design practice exploring the integration and interrelated scales of architecture, landscape, furniture and fittings. Shim-Sutcliffe have realized built work in Canada, the United States, Europe and Asia focusing on place-making. To date, Shim and Sutcliffe have received sixteen Governor General’s Medals for Architecture from the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC) along with many other professional accolades for their built work. In January 2013, Brigitte Shim and her partner A. Howard Sutcliffe were both awarded the Order of Canada, “for their contributions as architects designing sophisticated structures that represent the best of Canadian design to the world.”
GRAEME STEWART
Principal / ERA Architects
Graeme Stewart is a registered architect who serves as a principal at ERA Architects. With a focus on urban design, cultural planning, and sustainability, he has led various projects emphasizing neighborhood design. As a key initiator of the Tower Renewal Partnership, Graeme collaborates with organizations like CMHC and the City of Toronto to explore lowcarbon retrofits in modern tower neighborhoods. He is also a founding director of the Centre for Urban Growth and Renewal, promoting equitable urban policies. An active lecturer and member of the Toronto Community Housing Design Review Panel, he co-edited "Concrete Toronto" and received the Jane Jacobs Prize in 2014.
BRIAN R. WHITE, PH.D.
Technical Manger North America Glass / H.B. Fuller
Brian White is the Technical Manager for the Americas Insulating Glass team at H.B. Fuller Company, where he manages research and development and technical service for North America. Brian has been with H.B. Fuller for 10 years, starting as a scientist developing insulating glass sealants and gaining experience and familiarity within the fenestration industry. Currently, he is active in the Insulating Glass Manufacturer’s Alliance (IGMA), Insulating Glass Certification Council (IGCC), American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA), and supports activities in ASTM and the National Glass Association (NGA).
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