An architect acquaintance, Brian Palmquist, has recently been posting about quality in design and construction, and whether it really matters today. He asks, “Is there a place for quality in your life’s built environment?” I think it’s an important question, and one that is related to the spirited discussions about heritage buildings we have in the lower mainland – there is a perception that heritage buildings are better built, and those of us who support the preservation of heritage buildings also would answer yes to Brian’s question.
