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Located in the Niagara-on-the-Lake (NOTL) region, an area rich with Canadian history and heritage, the Shaw Festival is the second largest repertory theatre company in North America. With nearly a 65-year history, it has helped to shape a community that now stands as a recognized cultural destination. Sitting within the broader Southwestern (SW) Ontario corridor, it is also a region that is actively evolving. With that growth comes a familiar tension: how to preserve a heritage while adapting and repurposing what already exists to meet new demands

On Captiva Island, Florida, a creative legacy is being carefully restored. For decades, the campus—originally shaped by artist Robert Rauschenberg—has served as a retreat for artists seeking space to live, work, and collaborate. Through the Captiva Adaptation Project, Ajax Building Company balanced historic preservation with the realities of modern construction in a challenging coastal environment.

Located in the heart of the city, Fairmont Olympic has long been known as one of the go-to hotels in Seattle. Originally built in 1924 and known as the Olympic, the landmark spot is evolving for a new era. Its latest renovation set out to reinforce its iconic legacy, transforming its public spaces into a vibrant, modern gathering place while preserving the historic character that defines the building.