S2 Architecture:
Where Diversity Thrives and Design Endures
Defining the Essence of Community for 20 Years By Mary Savage
“Some people dream of great accomplishments, while others stay awake and do them.” - Anonymous
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the most successful people in the world were brought together and asked to define success, you would likely hear a different response from each individual in the room, but there would also be an undercurrent of shared philosophies. And when you look at companies that are successful, it is measured by both the small and large victories – successful companies don’t limit themselves, they are not narrowly defined, nor do they rest on their laurels. They are passionate and persistent. They listen to their colleagues and clients – fostering an open exchange. They are experts in their chosen field, but they also aspire to be lifelong learners. They collaborate, create and accomplish great things, and when the task at hand is complete, they move on to the next one. The leaders who embrace this philosophy are a rare breed: they don’t look for accolades. They simply and quietly go about their work, and do it time after time. And in the heart of downtown Calgary, the leaders of S2 Architecture exemplify this mentality. On a spring afternoon, the six partners of S2 gathered to talk candidly about their business, how they define success, community and their vision to create a legacy firm. They didn’t speak of award-winning buildings that freckle the skyline, nor did their egos collide around the room. Much like the way they conduct business, it was an open forum where thoughts flowed freely. At the heart of S2, everything starts by listening: to their clients, to the community and to the younger generations found within the firm.
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