Dean's Message
Welcome to the School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape (SAPL)
Welcome to the School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape (SAPL), where we are positioning ourselves as the premier design school to tackle the pressing challenges of the 21st century, particularly those related to the built environment. Our commitment goes beyond simply being located in downtown; we strive to be the most embedded design school in North America, deeply integrated into the very fabric of our city.
If you aspire to make a meaningful impact and jumpstart your career in architecture, planning, landscape architecture, or any field within the built environment, SAPL is the place for you. We have assembled a dedicated group of scholars and practitioners who are passionate about improving the state of the built environment within their respective fields. Our cohesive team works collaboratively in a transdisciplinary manner to address the complex problems facing both built and natural environments today.
Our curriculum is built around the studio experience, where you will engage with real-world problems and clients, enhancing your design thinking skills. We emphasize the importance of community co-design, allowing us to create solutions that are not only innovative but also appropriate and effective. Our focus on performance, sustainability, and community equity metrics ensures that our designs positively impact quality of life.
As Dean, I am honoured to lead SAPL during this transformative moment. Our school's 60-year history began with the environmental movement of the 1970s, and we now have the opportunity to elevate our commitment to design excellence. There has never been a more critical time for designers, architects, planners, and landscape architects to apply their skills for societal benefit.
Join us in this journey to build a school that not only trains professionals but also makes a tangible difference in the future of the built environment. Together, we can create a lasting impact and shape a better world.
Sincerely,
John Brown
Dean, School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape
John Brown, PhD, Architect, FRAIC
Dean and Professor, School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape
Programs
We prepare students to design a better world, through undergraduate courses, professional programs, and post-professional degrees and learning opportunities for practitioners.
About
Our cities and planet need bold, new thinking. The future of our communities and the changing climate require that we reimagine the built environment so it’s ready for tomorrow, not just yesterday. That’s why we're here, in downtown Calgary, in the midst of the challenge.
Together
Together, we will strive to achieve excellence and challenge the design status quo through experiential learning opportunities, bold research and meaningful community connections. These will enable us to become the best interdisciplinary design school in North America.