Alfred Waugh is honored to receive with the Western Red Cedar Award at the Wood WORKS! BC Wood Design Awards for his work on the Liard River Hot Springs Facility in British Columbia.

The Liard River Hot Springs Facility, located in Liard River Hot Springs Provincial Park, underwent a complete renovation to enhance accessibility and cultural relevance. Waugh’s design incorporated Western Red Cedar, a material significant to Indigenous cultures, reflecting the area’s natural beauty and heritage.

This award highlights Waugh’s commitment to culturally sensitive and sustainable architecture, showcasing his ability to blend traditional materials with contemporary design to create spaces that honor Indigenous Ways of Knowing.

For more information on the 2014 Wood WORKS! BC Wood Design Awards and other recipients, visit the Canadian Architect’s coverage of the event.