Long before “sustainability” and “green design” became buzzwords, architect Douglas Cardinal was drawing inspiration from nature to create buildings that have become icons of contemporary Canadian architecture. Known for his innovative curvilinear forms, Cardinal says his design philosophy centres on bringing people into balance with the natural environment. Today, for his contributions to the field of architecture, Cardinal is being awarded a Doctor of Laws, honoris causa, from the University of Toronto. His work is sometimes referred to as “Indigenous architecture,” but, as he told CBC Radio, that’s not how he describes it. “I never thought of expressing myself as an Indigenous architect,” he said.

Source: CBC News June 15, 2022 13:57 UTC