Gow Hastings Architects’ Spirit Garden in Toronto is among the 10 winners of the latest edition of the North American Copper in Architecture Awards (NACIA).

The 18th edition of NACIA, run by the Copper Development Association (CDA), upholds the tradition of celebrating copper design and craftsmanship in recent commercial and residential projects across North America.

The 10 winners, represent the best of copper design and construction in new work and restoration. Evaluation criteria includes copper system design, the integration of copper alloys with the overall building design, the craftsmanship of the installation, excellence in construction or restoration, and sustainable building strategies.

Spirit Garden is a landscape of learning and memorialization located at the southwest corner of Nathan Phillips Square in downtown Toronto, fronting City Hall. Dedicated to Indigenous history and culture, it is among the first public spaces built in a Canadian capital city that honours those impacted by the Residential Schools program. The project blends architectural precision with cultural storytelling and traditional materials.