There is an ever-increasing range of new voices contributing to the discussion about how the built environment can meet the evolving diversity of needs in our communities. At an accelerating pace, we are witnessing compounding changes to where and how we spend our time. This is resulting in dramatic shifts in how the design community is thinking about quality of space.
Regardless of scale and typology, builders, developers, and practitioners are faced with questions about how development will address broader societal and economic changes.
One certainty is that the challenges of our time cannot be solved without innovative approaches. “Built Space in Edmonton: The changing face of…..” is a panel discussion that brings together Edmontonian voices of those who are disrupting status quo process; challenging how we define and delivery design projects; innovating on how we cross pollinate different space typologies and leveraging both local and global trends to reimagine Edmonton.
Hosted by: Lemay in partnership with MADE
Tickets: $25
Manasweeta Bhatia
Manasweeta Bhatia leads the Real Estate Developments team for TELUS, which is looking at the redevelopment and monetization opportunities for almost 2300 TELUS owned sites across the country. An architect by training, Manasweeta and her team are looking to transform TELUS’ real estate assets with a focus on architectural excellence, technology integration, social purpose and climate conscious, sustainable design strategies. With a Masters in Construction Management, Manasweeta’s role is the owner’s prime representative, to lead and collaborate with a number of subject matter experts, and help solve the puzzle that challenges new project starts in today’s economy - supply chain disruptions, market volatility, interest rates and construction escalation alongside significant pressures on creating new supply of housing and the re-invention of the commercial office asset typology.
Matt woolsey
Matt Woolsey is President of York Realty Inc., a family-owned business that develops, leases, manages and owns best-in-class industrial assets throughout western Canada. In over a decade with York, Matt has been involved in every aspect of the evolution of the business and has witnessed immense change in the industrial real estate industry. As President, Matt is responsible for leading the York team to provide Property Solutions Simplified™ to its clients – always focused on being the path of lease resistance for brokers and tenants alike.
Grace Coulter Sherlock
Grace Coulter Sherlock is an architect and Senior Partner at Lemay. In her role as Design Principal, she oversees design projects across Western Canada, and leads the firm’s strategic initiatives for new work and approaches to practice. An exceptional design strategist and communicator, she is often called upon to lead and inform the development of challenging typologies to inspire the creation of sustainable, human-focused places. Grace has designed a wide range of award-winning architectural and interior design projects across Canada with her practice centered on the research and dialogue surrounding inclusive design models.
Ben Cochrane
Ben Cochrane is the CEO of L'Oca Quality Markets, and is leading the charge in re-imagining the future of grocery retail space in Alberta. L'Oca is undertaking an ambitious campaign of re-inventing the typical shopping experience to create an immersive experience through retail, dining, and other local food options. Through an approach of both adaptive re-use and new construction, L'Oca has been defining a new era for shoppers and foodies alike.
Geof Lilge
Geof Lilge is a furniture designer, maker and entrepreneur. His 30 plus years of experience spans bespoke and mass product design and manufacturing for residential and commercial markets. After studying industrial design at University of Alberta, Geof co-founded Pure Design, an award-winning furniture manufacturer; founded OnOurTable, a high-end housewares brand; and founded Division Twelve, a manufacturer of contract and hospitality furniture (acquired by Keilhauer in 2019).