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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · Jun 2

#WorldInteriorsDay #InteriorArchitecture #SustainableDesign #LowEmbodiedCarbon #BioBasedMaterials #GreenBuilding #ClimateConsciousDesign #MoriyamaTeshima #InteriorDesignMatters #DesignForTheFuture

Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · Jun 2

From renewable resources to lifecycle-conscious specifications, our team is committed to creating beautiful spaces that respect the planet.

Let’s continue designing interiors that not only serve their users, but also safeguard our shared future.

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · Jun 2

By championing low-carbon and bio-based materials, we aim to reduce our projects’ environmental footprint while still achieving the high-performance, elegant interiors we’re known for.

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · Jun 2

In line with this year’s focus on sustainability, the MTA interiors group presented on bio-based and low embodied carbon interior finish materials, highlighting strategies for reducing environmental impact through thoughtful material selection.

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · Jun 2

At Moriyama Teshima Architects, our Interiors group has been actively exploring how material choices impact the future of our built environment.

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · Jun 2

Last week, we joined the global design community in celebrating World Interiors Day, an international celebration of interior architecture and design, championing the power of thoughtful, intentional spaces to shape our well-being, culture, and environment.

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · May 29

Thank you to @oaarchitects.bsky.social for curating a conference that encourages dialogue around architecture’s evolving role in shaping Canada’s cultural and civic identity.

Learn more about the project: mtarch.com/projects/wes...

West Memorial Building Rehabilitation - Moriyama Teshima Architects

The West Memorial Building Project is a major rehabilitation of a Classified Federal Heritage Building located in the downtown core of Ottawa. While the long-term use of the building will

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · May 29

The conversation highlighted the value of interdisciplinary collaboration between architects, consultants, and public sector stakeholders in delivering a project of this scale and significance.

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · May 29

The team shared how the project carefully balances the preservation of the building’s architectural legacy with the integration of modern systems and federal workplace standards, all within the constraints of a secure and high-performance environment.

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · May 29

Their session focused on the unique design challenges of restoring this prominent federal heritage site in downtown Ottawa.

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · May 29

On May 15th, as part of the Ontario Association of Architects (@oaarchitects.bsky.social) Conference in Niagara Falls, MTA Partners Ronen Bauer and Emmanuelle van Rutten joined Kasian Principal James Rice to present on the West Memorial Building Rehabilitation project.

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · May 28

Please join us in congratulating Phil and Ben on their well-deserved partnership. We look forward to the exciting new directions their leadership will take us.

#MoriyamaTeshima #Architecture #Leadership #Sustainability #MassTimber #DesignExcellence #NewPartners

Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · May 28

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · May 28

Their appointment marks a significant milestone in the continued evolution of MTA as we expand our capacity to deliver innovative, sustainable, and community-oriented architecture.

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · May 28

Both Phil and Ben bring deep expertise, steadfast leadership, and a long-standing commitment to the firm’s design excellence and collaborative culture.

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · May 28

Moriyama Teshima Architects is proud to announce the appointment of two new partners: Phil Silverstein and Ben Feldman.

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · Mar 10

Last Friday March 7 was the 23rd MTA Snow Day and the 20th at Osler Bluff. Excellent snow conditions under an epic blue sky.

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · Jan 7

“Toronto’s Terrestrial Reefs: Biorock’s Infrastructural Biogeochemical Futures”, the thesis project of Cameron Penney (MTA Intern Architect) with his supervisor Dr. Lisa Moffitt, has been published in the Journal of Architectural Education!
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
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Toronto’s Terrestrial Reef

Cameron Penney’s MArch thesis project, Toronto’s Terrestrial Reef: Biorock’s Infrastructural Biogeochemical Futures, is an intensive material exploration of biorock—a carbon-sequestering, limestone...

www.tandfonline.com

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · Jan 6

Happy New Year! ✨
Here's to continued architectural excellence, creativity, and collaboration in 2025.
#moriyamateshima #happynewyear #newyear #architecture #architecturefirm #architect #buildingdesign #torontoarchitect #ottawaarchitect #ontarioarchitect #canadianarchitect #mtarch

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · Dec 24

The team at MTA would like to wish everyone a joyous holiday season! ✨✨
Our Toronto and Ottawa studios will be closed from December 25th through to January 1st, 2025.

#moriyamateshima #architect #architecture #holiday #holidayseason #outofoffice #mtarch

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · Dec 24

MTA was awarded Best Large Firm by The Architect's Newspaper in 2024! We appreciate the feedback we received in earning this honour, particularly for our leadership in sustainable design, as well as public projects.
@archpaper.com
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#archpaper #architecturefirm #mtarch

AN Best of 2024

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · Dec 20

Our team is in awe of the development seen at the #construction site of the #GordieHoweBridge in Windsor ON, for which our firm is the Architect of Record for the Canadian Port of Entry (pictured).
#architecture #bordercrossing #mtarch

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · Dec 19

@canadianarchitect.bsky.social Editor Elsa Lam has penned a review on the recent BEAT Toronto Leadership Seminar, where MTA’s Director of Sustainability Olivia Keung was a featured guest.
Read about the event in the December issue of CA magazine:
www.canadianarchitect.com/viewpoint-te... #mtarch

Viewpoint: Technical Women

A day-long BEAT event featured five women who have developed in-depth technical knowledge as a key part of their career journeys.

www.canadianarchitect.com

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · Dec 18

The Guelph Civic Administration Building opened 15 years ago!
Designed by MTA + GBCA Architects, the building is a blend of historical preservation and modern innovation.
#cityofguelph #buildingdesign #architecture #mtarch

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Moriyama Teshima | ARCHITECTS @moriyamateshima.bsky.social · Dec 17

MTA’s Rutuja Atre, Jillian Weinberger + Mahan Navabi enjoyed participating in this year’s friendly Gingerbread for the City competition presented by @kpmbarch.bsky.social in support of Red Door Family Shelter!
Please vote for “Lunar Lookout” for Popular Choice Prize: gingerbread.kpmb.com/entries/

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