Unveiling of Indigenous Art at 4449 Salish Sea Way

TKA+D is honoured to celebrate the unveiling of two significant Indigenous artworks at 4449 Salish Sea Way, delivered in collaboration with Tsawwassen First Nation and Beedie.

This milestone reflects a shared commitment to embedding culture, story, and identity into the built environment. It is an opportunity we approach with humility and respect.

The site now features two powerful works: a vibrant frog mural by Tsawwassen artist Bryce Williams, and a carved house post by artist Karl Morgan. Prominently integrated into the warehouse façade, the mural depicts the frog as a symbol of seasonal transition, marking the arrival of spring within Tsawwassen cultural teachings. Nearby, the house post expresses the cyclical rhythm of the four seasons: the thunderbird representing winter, frogs for spring, the return of salmon in summer, and the deer symbolizing the fall hunt.

The unveiling ceremony brought together representatives from Tsawwassen First Nation, Beedie, TKA+D, and the broader community. The event was grounded in Tsawwassen cultural protocols, including prayer and cedar brushing, honouring the significance of the artworks and the relationships they represent.

At TKA+D, we are grateful for the opportunity to work alongside Indigenous communities and artists in ways that are collaborative, respectful, and culturally meaningful. This project, and others like it, reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting reconciliation through design. We strive to create spaces that acknowledge, celebrate, and elevate Indigenous knowledge, culture, and presence in the built environment.

We extend our sincere thanks to artists Karl Morgan and Bryce Williams, Tsawwassen First Nation, and Beedie for their trust, collaboration, and shared vision.

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