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Edmonton Surpasses Records in Growth as Alberta Shatters Housing Starts in 2025
In January 2026, Alberta set a historic record with more than 53,000 housing starts — the second consecutive year of record-breaking construction — driven in large part by the Edmonton Metro Region, which saw the highest growth yet in housing starts.
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Appetite for Insight: How Collaboration Is Reshaping the Future of Homebuilding
When builders, designers, and developers work together, the impact is bigger and the results are better. BILD Edmonton Metro’s December luncheon panel identified this theme: today’s housing challenges can’t be solved in silos.
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From Insights to Impact: How Data Is Shaping Alberta’s Urban Future
How do data and analytics transform urban planning, economic insight, and decision-making across Alberta? BILD Edmonton Metro’s November luncheon emphasized the importance of analytics, collaboration and improved regional transportation — including the potential for high-speed rail, leveraging data-driven planning to help the region adapt, grow, and build resilient communities.
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The $1.2 Billion Downtown Dilemma: Can Edmonton Rethink Its Core for the Post-Pandemic Era?
Downtown Edmonton is facing a post-pandemic “doom loop” of empty offices, reduced foot traffic, and declining property values. More than $1.2 billion in new investments — from housing incentives to the new phase of ICE District — aim to reverse the trend.
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Doubling Down on Downtown: Leaders Call for Investment, Urgency, and Collaboration
BILD Edmonton Metro’s October luncheon brought together leaders from Edmonton’s Education and Entertainment Districts to discuss the future of downtown and the collaboration needed to drive its revitalization.
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Rooted in Edmonton: Artist Christopher James Connects Nature, Craft, and Community through BILD Office Piece
Edmonton artist Christopher James merged two distinct techniques — the angle grinder and chainsaw — to symbolize the harmony between the structured geometry of city grids and the natural flow of the North Saskatchewan River for BILD Edmonton Metro’s new office.
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Places for Play—Edmonton Designs Multigenerational Spaces for Connection, Wellbeing, and Community
When considering urban landscapes, where do parks and open spaces fit into the list of necessities? According to Shelley Robinson, Certified Playground-Design Inclusion Educator at Park N Play, it should be at the top.
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Devil in The Details: Designing for Real Life
BILD Edmonton Metro’s September Field Trip brought together industry leaders to explore how design shapes the way we live, work, and connect. From infill projects in Edmonton’s core to family-focused homes in the suburbs, speakers emphasized that great design goes beyond buildings — it’s about people.
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An Opportunity for Innovation and Investment: Growth is Good
Growth has, and always will be the talk of the town. And that was even more true at BILD Edmonton Metro’s September luncheon that took place just last week.
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Appreciation Night at the Edmonton Valley Zoo: BILD Edmonton Metro Celebrates Industry Winners
On August 28, BILD Edmonton Metro’s Appreciation Night event was hosted at the Edmonton Valley Zoo, and featured 150 attendees and three prestigious awards.
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Go Big or Go Home: How Edmonton’s Redevelopment Vision is Taking Shape
BILD Edmonton Metro’s August Field Trip brought together 50 engaged residents for an exclusive tour of Edmonton’s most significant redevelopment sites — from Station Lands and Stadium Yards to Exhibition Lands and emerging districts like the Oilers Entertainment Group’s Fan Park and the Village at Ice District. The theme? Think big. This insider look at…
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Gentle Infill in Edmonton: Innovation, Creativity, and Community Renewal
BILD Edmonton Metro’s second Field Trip of 2025 explored the timely topic of gentle infill, offering attendees a scooter-powered tour through Edmonton’s mature neighbourhoods.
Stories
Cities and towns are constantly reinventing themselves, reinvigorating their spaces and places through inventive design and good urbanism.
Developers and builders are building attainable and affordable housing allowing more people to get into the market.
They are designing for kids and families in mind with gardens and playscapes, building higher density hubs in traditionally low-density areas, and connecting people to nature through parks and other sustainability features. Here are the stories of our members and how they are shaping our region.
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