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BUILDEX Alberta
October 22 & 23, 2025
BMO Centre at Stampede Park

Darren Polanski
Architect, Co-Principal at BOLD Workshop Architecture
Speaker

Profile

Darren Polanski serves as Co-Principal at BOLD Workshop Architecture, a firm known for its design-focused services and innovative approach to self-developed projects. Darren's portfolio spans a wide range of sectors including award-winning single-family and multi-family residential, mixed-use developments, commercial spaces, cultural institutions, theaters, infrastructure, and city-shaping projects. Notably, he has contributed significantly to Light Rail Transit (LRT) developments, managing the design aspects of urban integration, architecture, stations, and facility buildings for the Green Line LRT Expansion in Calgary over seven years.

Darren is deeply committed to tackling Alberta's affordable housing crisis through active involvement in public forums, community collaborations, and engagement with various city entities. His expertise lies in navigating the complexities of coordinating with diverse stakeholders, overseeing complex projects, and fostering a collaborative approach to multidisciplinary endeavors. His contributions reflect a dedication to enhancing urban environments and addressing critical societal challenges through thoughtful design and strategic leadership.

Agenda Sessions

  • T32 - We’ve Got 99 Problems, and Housing Is All of Them

    2:30pm