Photo: Skeezix1000\/Wikipedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Aside from Lloyd Wright, there isn\u2019t another Frank that has done as much for architecture as Gehry. The starchitect originally hails from Toronto.<\/p>\n Habitat 67 (Montreal, QC) by Moshe Safdie<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Photo: Sylvain Paster\/Wikipedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Despite having been completed about 47 years ago, the cube-like design of Habitat 67 still appears futuristic. A testament to the true genius of the Quebec architect.<\/p>\n Chan Centre for the Performing Arts (Vancouver, BC) by Bing Thom<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Photo: Martin Tessler\/Wikipedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Clad with awards and medals, Thom is famous for creating some of Vancouver\u2019s most awe-inspiring architectural achievements.\u00a0 Gardner Museum (Toronto, ON) by\u00a0Bruce Kuwabara<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Photo: Aviad2001\/Wikipedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Kuwabara was awarded Architecture Canada\u2019s Gold Medal in 2006 – cementing his place as an architectural icon of Canada. The Hamilton native’s most notable works include Bell Lightbox and the Art Gallery of Hamilton.<\/p>\n Canadian Musuem of Civilization (Gatineau, QC)\u00a0by Douglas Cardinal<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Photo: Wladyslaw\/Wikipedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n For his contributions to Canada\u2019s urban landscape, the renowned Aboriginal architect was awarded the Order of Canada. Cardinal\u2019s signature style consists of sensuous smooth-flowing curves. The man isn\u2019t one for right angles.<\/p>\n Maison Symphonique De Montreal (QC) by Jack Diamond<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Photo: Diamond Schmitt Architects\u00a0<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Diamond is both an architect and a humanitarian and has served as a member of the Ontario Human Rights Commission.<\/p>\n Monique-Corriveau (Quebec City, QC) by Dan Hanganu<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n The recipient of more than 50 architectural awards, Hanganu has designed some of the most acclaimed buildings in both Canada and around the world.<\/p>\n Science World (Vancouver, BC) by Bruno Freschi<\/strong><\/p>\n Photo: Differense\/Wikipedia Commons<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n The world renowned designer is most noted for his time as chief architect for Expo 86 in Vancouver.<\/p>\n The Wolf House (Toronto, ON) by Barton Myers<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Completed in 1974, The Wolf House has received multiple awards for its cutting edge design including the Prix du XXe si\u00e8cle in 2007 \u00a0from the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada. Barton was also the recipient of the first Toronto Arts Award for Architecture back in 1987.<\/p>\n House in Frogs Hollow (Grey Highlands, ON) by Williamson Chong<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Williamson Chong represents the next era of iconic Canadian architects. The young design team has already picked up 15 prestigious awards including the 2014 Emerging Voices Award from the Architectural League.<\/p>\n Update October 4th, 2016: As of July 2016, Williamson Chong has disbanded. Donald Chong now heads HDR Toronto<\/a>‘s architectural design and research studio, while Betsy\u00a0Williamson and Shane Williamson serve as the principals of\u00a0Williamson Williamson Inc.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Of course, this list is far from being comprehensive. We just wanted to pause to appreciate this set of Canadian architects who have made such an indelible impact on skylines and landscapes around the world with their unique work.<\/p>\n We’re more than just hockey and maple syrup.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":49,"featured_media":88529,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"content-type":"","apple_news_api_created_at":"","apple_news_api_id":"","apple_news_api_modified_at":"","apple_news_api_revision":"","apple_news_api_share_url":"","apple_news_coverimage":0,"apple_news_coverimage_caption":"","apple_news_is_hidden":false,"apple_news_is_paid":false,"apple_news_is_preview":false,"apple_news_is_sponsored":false,"apple_news_maturity_rating":"","apple_news_metadata":"\"\"","apple_news_pullquote":"","apple_news_pullquote_position":"","apple_news_slug":"","apple_news_sections":[],"apple_news_suppress_video_url":false,"apple_news_use_image_component":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[11108],"tags":[11132,11105,11131],"coauthors":[10332],"apple_news_notices":[],"yoast_head":"\n![\"Screen](\"https:\/\/www.livabl.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Screen-shot-2014-05-27-at-3.33.00-PM-1024x672.png\")
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