Conestoga College Officially Opens the Ingersoll Skills Centre
July 9, 2010
TWFP provided complete consulting services for Conestoga College's newest facility, combining the strengths of our Construction Services Group and Integrated Design Studio to deliver the new, 12,600 sq.ft. Ingersoll Skills Centre.
From design through to completion, the 12,600 sq.ft. facility was constructed in just four months, beginning in December 2009 and finishing in March 2010.
Ingersoll Campus Officially Opens
Russell Wong Speaks at the Leadership Waterloo Region Program
June 23, 2010
Russell Wong, a member of TWFP's business-development and communications team, spoke on behalf of Leadership Waterloo Region's Class of 2010 at the annual commencement ceremony. Russell is TWFP's second graduate, joining Tim Schaner from our project-management team. TWFP is a sponsor of the leadership-development program, which is currently celebrating its 10th anniversary.
Visit www.leadershipwaterlooregion.org to find out more about the program.
Kevin Henry Joins the CaGBC's E&E Technical Advisory Group
June 22, 2010
Kevin Henry, an associate and senior mechanical engineer in TWFP's Integrated Design Studio, was accepted onto the Canada Green Building Council's Energy & Engineering Technical Advisory Group (TAG), a committee of volunteers from across Canada that meets regularly to review, comment on, and make recommendations with respect to CaGBC practices and the LEED® process.
UW Architecture Students Receive International Award from Canstruction
June 7, 2010
The Waterloo Architecture Students Association (WASA) from the University of Waterloo received the award for "Best Meal" in Canstruction's international judging for 2010. See the press release for additional information and photos of WASA's scale-model Parthenon, and the Canstruction Web site to find out more about this fantastic event.
Canstruction is organized in Kitchener-Waterloo by the Food Bank of Waterloo Region, and TWFP is proud to have sponsored this event over the course of its three-year history.
TWFP Makes PSMJ's Circle of Excellence in 2010
June 3, 2010
TWFP is proud to have been selected for the 2010 Circle of Excellence, published by PSMJ Resources Inc.
PSMJ is the premier management consulting firm for the A/E/C (architecture/engineering/construction) industries; its 2010 Circle of Excellence encompasses only 41 companies in North America, based on an annual performance summary. Indicative of performance in various aspects of business operations, the Circle of Excellence is not determined by firm revenue, profitability, or sheer size.
"The thirteen benchmarks that determine the PSMJ Circle of Excellence were chosen to reflect that the firms are well-managed, have a strong client base, and are led in a responsible and sustainable matter. PSMJ believes that clients prefer to work with well-run firms because they are more likely to provide superior service and value," states H.E. Daniels, PSMJ's survey editor.
"We're truly honoured to be part of PSMJ's Circle of Excellence." says Al Hayes, TWFP's CEO. "Being recognized in the North American design industry in such a way confirms that we are advancing in a direction that will allow us to continue satisfying customer needs and market demands."
PSMJ Resources Announces 2010 Circle of Excellence
Ed Fowler presents to the OAPPA
June 3, 2010
Ed Fowler, a partner and senior mechanical engineer in TWFP's Engineering Services Group, presented at the Ontario Association of Physical Plant Administrators on the topic of LEED® principles and the various benefits and criticisms of LEED®. The discussion also included TWFP's current work on the University of Waterloo's Environmental 3 building, for which we are providing structural, mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering services as part of the Design-Build team led by Cooper Construction.
Visit the OAPPA Web site to find out more about this association.
Fei Wei recognized at the Mandarin Profile Awards
May 24, 2010
We are proud to announce that Fei Wei, a partner and Manager of TWFP's Integrated Design Studio, received the Outstanding Profile Award - Professional Sector at the 2010 Mandarin Profile Awards in Toronto!
Since joining our team in 1998, Fei has contributed to hundreds of projects as an architectural designer and project manager. His work covers a wide spectrum of building types, with specialization in institutional and commercial facilities, including our current work on the University of Guelph's Environmental Cluster.
Visit the Mandarin Profile Awards for more information (Web site in Chinese).
Masonry Training Centre receives Leadership Award from the GVCA
April 26, 2010
On April 23, 2010, TWFP accepted the first-ever Leadership Award from the Grand Valley Construction Association, recognizing the uniquely collaborative effort by the College, Ontario Masonry Contractors' Association, and numerous OMCA members.
Our thanks to the many people who made this project an overwhelming success!
Ed Fowler Presents to the Lifesaving Society
April 21, 2010
Ed Fowler, a partner and senior mechanical engineer in TWFP's Engineering Services Group, presented an overview of TWFP's recent work on Wilfrid Laurier University's swimming pool, discussing the challenges and lessons learned from rejuvenating the 40-year-old facility.
Visit www.lifesavingsociety.com to find out more about the Lifesaving Society.
Presentation at the Greater KW Chamber of Commerce's Networking Breakfast Series
March 11, 2010
Elena Wiersma, Kevin Henry, and Dave Buck delivered a presentation discussing aspects of LEED® and sustainable design, including background on the Canada Green Building Council, opportunities to enhance sustainability in existing buildings, and potential business opportunities related to alternative energy.
TWFP welcomes back Stephen Lefneski
February 23, 2010
We are pleased to announce that Stephen Lefneski, an Associate of our firm and former co-head of our architectural group, is returning after a long absence. In the fall of 2006, Steve and his wife, Nancy, began a four-year journey around the globe on their sailboat, Toboggan. Much has changed while the Lefneskis have been away, and we look forward to their return. Steve will rejoin our team at the beginning of March.
Check out Toboggan Ride for more on Steve and Nancy's voyage.
Union Gas awards service contract to TWFP
January 8, 2010
We are pleased to announce that TWFP has been awarded a three-year contract to provide architectural and engineering work to Union Gas. Our firm has operated under a similar agreement for the past four years, carrying out a host of successful projects including the design and construction of LEED® Gold service centres in Burlington, Kingston, and Windsor.
TWFP has a long history with Union Gas, which includes development of the Brantford Customer Service Centre and Brant Naturalized Prairie in the 1990's, and are proud of the strong relationship we have developed over the years. Design work will continue to be carried out jointly by our Integrated Design Studio and Engineering Services Group.
New Partner and Associates
January 4, 2010
TWFP is proud to announce the appointment of Mark Christensen to Partner, as well as Fawaz Almassri, Joe Bystryk, Donna Lloyd, Stuart Mitchell, and Scott Oliver to Associate.
Mark, Stuart, and Scott are engineers and project managers in TWFP's Civil Engineering Division, and Fawaz is a mechanical engineer in our Building Engineering Division. Joe is a mechanical designer in our Integrated Design Studio, while Donna works in accounting and financial services.
We are grateful to these individuals for their significant contributions, and look forward to continued success!
