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Essy Baniassad Lecture | Presented by John Patkau

Join AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ Architectural Press (DAP), its Board members, and the AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ Faculty of Architecture and Planning for the inaugural Essy Baniassad Lecture.

Presented by notable architect John Patkau in honour of the late Essy Baniassad (d. 2023)—former Dean and co-founder of TUNS Press with Brian Carter—the lecture, titled Material Operations, Manoeuvres and Manipulations, will highlight reflections on architecture, research, and innovation. Register for in-person or virtual attendance at the link below.

A reception will follow the lecture, offering an opportunity to connect and continue the conversation. 

A companion publication will follow the lecture. Supported by the Essy Baniassad Endowment Fund, this initiative contributes to the ongoing work of DAP in advancing this series and architectural excellence, education, and appreciation.

Location: AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ Ralph M. Medjuck Building | 5410 Spring Garden Rd, Halifa NS. The lecture will be held in the Medjuck Auditorium (room B015), and the reception will be hosted in the Medjuck Exhibition Room.

Lecture: 6:00 PM-7:00 PM
Reception: 7:00 PM-8:00 PM

Register for in-person or virtual attendance,

Accessibility Note: Elevator access will be unavailable due to scheduled maintenance. We are sorry for the inconvenience this may cause.

To donate to the Essy Baniassad Endowment Fund, contact the DAP Publications Manager, Susanne Marshall, at archpress@dal.ca.

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Dr. Essy Baniassad
(1936–2023) was a globally influential architect, educator, and former Dean at the Technical University of Nova Scotia (TUNS). A champion of international collaboration, he expanded architectural education worldwide, founded TUNS Press (now AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ Architectural Press), and led initiatives across Canada, Botswana, and Hong Kong, inspiring generations through his clarity, vision, and commitment to architecture’s social impact.

John Patkau, co-founder of Patkau Architects with Patricia Patkau, is one of North America’s foremost designers. His contributions to the practice of architecture have been recognized by numerous awards, including the RAIC Gold Medal for lifetime achievement, and by Membership in the Order of Canada for significant contributions to Canadian culture. He co-authored AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ Architectural Press’s publication Patkau Architects: Selected Projects 1983–1993, the first volume in the Documents in Canadian Architecture series.

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Lectures, Seminars, Special Events, Community Interest

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