Everything you need to know about the mural commissioning process in Calgary, from initial consultation through to final installation and beyond.
A mural commission is part creative brief, part architectural decision. These five questions will clarify your vision and set the project up for a result that endures.
Beyond aesthetics, public art delivers measurable economic returns. Here is what the research says, and what Calgary's own data confirms.
A foundational exploration of the discipline that sits at the intersection of architecture, psychology, and storytelling — and why it is reshaping how brands and communities create meaning through space.
From defining your objectives to selecting the right venue and measuring success, a strategic framework for brand activations that leave a lasting impression.
The discipline of structuring physical space as narrative — how event flow, sensory design, and architectural thinking create experiences people remember long after the doors close.
The conventional approach to office art is losing ground. Here is why Calgary's most forward-thinking companies are investing in site-specific murals to define their culture and attract talent.
In a retail landscape where online competitors are one tap away, the physical environment is your greatest differentiator. Here is how Calgary retailers are using murals to create spaces worth visiting.
In a city where hospitality competition is fierce and Instagram drives foot traffic, custom murals have become the smartest branding investment a venue can make.
From Beltline laneways to East Village corridors, these are the murals worth the detour. Complete with addresses, artist credits, and the golden hour windows that make each wall sing.
A self-guided walking tour of over 20 murals in the Beltline, including the world's tallest mural, BUMP Festival highlights, and the best times to visit.
From the RiverWalk to the National Music Centre, East Village holds one of the most concentrated collections of public art in western Canada. Here is how to see it all on foot.
Calgary's climate is among the harshest on painted surfaces in North America. A structured maintenance programme is the difference between a mural that endures for decades and one that fades in years.
A clear comparison of hand-painted murals and printed wallpaper for commercial interiors, covering durability, branding, timelines, and long-term value.
Every grant, microgrant, and funding programme available for community mural projects in Calgary this year, with eligibility details, deadlines, and application guidance.
From understanding ceremonial traditions to selecting the right venues and designing environments that honour heritage while embracing contemporary aesthetics.
What happens to an outdoor mural when it faces Calgary's full climatic range? A year-long observation of weather, light, wear, and resilience.
Five movements redefining how public art is conceived, commissioned, and experienced in Calgary and beyond. From digital integration to Indigenous Futurism.
The conventions of corporate events are dissolving. From immersive formats and sensory environments to the death of the generic conference, the trends shaping business experiences this year.
From both sides of the commissioning table, here is what distinguishes a portfolio that wins work from one that merely displays it.
How Indigenous artists from Treaty 7 Territory are reshaping Calgary's public art landscape through murals, installations, and community-led initiatives.
The unlikely story of how a prairie energy capital transformed its relationship with public walls, from criminal nuisance to cultural asset, in barely two decades.
How to design a pop-up retail experience in Calgary that transcends the temporary, from navigating municipal regulations to creating spaces that earn their own social media presence.
Not all venues are created equal. A designer's perspective on selecting Calgary spaces that elevate brand activations from events to experiences.
The ideas shaping office mural design in 2026: purpose-driven visuals, biophilic themes, brand storytelling, and why Calgary workplaces are investing in art.
Research reveals that public art does far more than beautify. It shapes mental health, strengthens social bonds, reduces crime, and fundamentally changes how people experience their neighbourhoods.
The strategic case for experiential marketing in the attention economy, how physical brand experiences create emotional connections, social amplification, and measurable returns.
Corporate events are leaving the conference room. Here are the Calgary venues that enable the kind of immersive, design-led experiences that actually change how people feel about a brand.
How a blank exterior wall became a business's most valuable marketing asset. A walkthrough of the design process, from initial challenge to measurable impact.
What Calgary's extreme climate means for outdoor murals, and the coatings, materials, and maintenance practices that protect them.
How to approach bridal shower design as an experiential discipline, setting a design direction, incorporating interactive elements, and selecting Calgary venues that elevate the celebration.
The pop-up format demands a particular kind of design intelligence: maximum impact from minimum permanence. Here is how to approach temporary spaces with the rigour they deserve.
Planning a multicultural wedding in Calgary? Design tips for honouring multiple traditions, fusion decor ideas, and venue suggestions for cultural ceremonies.