Olympic medal Altius, Fortius" features on four Winter Games medals but does not appear on any Summer Games medal. For three events in a row, hosts of the Winter Games included different materials in the medals: glass (1992), sparagmite (1994), and lacquer (1998). It was not until the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China that a Summer Olympic host chose to use something different, in this case jade. While every Summer Olympic medal except for the 1900 Games has been circular, the shapes of the Winter Games have been considerably more varied. The Winter Games medals are also generally larger, thicker, and
Altius Architects Altius Architects Altius Architecture, Inc. is an architecture and interior design firm based in Toronto, Ontario that specializes in the design and construction of custom homes and cottages. The office is currently involved in projects in Canada and the Middle East. Taking cues from the landscape their designs are derived from site features and solar orientation, and use a sustainable design process. Their projects combine elements of Canadian vernacular architecture with an emphasis on craftsmanship and materials. The firm's designs focus on sensitivity to site, thoughtful interiors, and innovative design. Altius was founded by four partners, Cathy Garrido, Trevor McIvor