What We Actually Do

From sketching ideas on napkins to handing over keys, we've been through it all. Here's how we transform spaces and honestly, sometimes dreams into buildings that'll outlast us all.

Residential Design
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Residential Design & Planning

Look, designing homes isn't just about making pretty renderings. We've sat through countless family dinners (not literally, but you know what I mean) to understand how people actually live. Your morning coffee routine matters just as much as the ceiling height.

We start with conversations, lots of them. Then comes the fun part - translating your lifestyle into spaces that feel right. No cookie-cutter solutions here, because honestly, nobody wants to live in a magazine spread that doesn't function.

Initial Consultation

We chat about your vision, budget realities, and those Pinterest boards you've been hoarding

Concept Development

Sketches, models, and 3D walkthroughs so you can actually see what we're talking about

Technical Drawings

The nitty-gritty stuff that keeps your walls standing and inspectors happy

Construction Support

We stick around to make sure builders get it right, trust us, it matters

"They didn't just design our house, they figured out how we wanted to live and made it happen. The kitchen flow is exactly what I needed, and yeah, I'm there a lot."

Commercial Architecture
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Commercial Architecture

Commercial projects? That's where things get interesting. You're balancing brand identity, employee wellbeing, customer experience, and oh yeah, making money. We've learned that the best commercial spaces don't feel commercial at all.

Whether it's an office that people actually want to return to or a retail space that tells your story, we dig into what makes your business tick. The technical stuff - codes, accessibility, systems integration - that's our bread and butter.

Phase 1
Site Analysis & Programming

We assess your site, zoning constraints, and develop a program that matches your business goals. Usually takes 2-3 weeks depending on complexity.

Phase 2
Schematic Design

Here's where we explore different approaches and nail down the big moves. You'll see options, we'll debate them, and land on something great.

Phase 3
Design Development & Documentation

All the details get resolved - materials, systems, finishes. We produce construction documents that contractors can actually build from.

Phase 4
Construction Administration

Site visits, answering contractor questions, reviewing submittals. We're your advocate making sure the vision becomes reality.

"Our new headquarters isn't just functional, it's become a recruiting tool. People walk in and immediately get what we're about."

Sustainable Building
Our Commitment

Every project gets a sustainability assessment, no exceptions

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Sustainable Building Consulting

Here's the thing about sustainable design - it's not just about slapping solar panels on the roof and calling it green. We've been deep in this for years, and honestly, the best sustainable buildings are the ones where you don't even notice all the smart stuff happening.

We analyze everything from passive solar strategies to material lifecycles. Yeah, it sounds technical, but it translates to lower energy bills, healthier indoor environments, and doing right by the planet. Win-win-win.

Energy Modeling

We run simulations to optimize your building's energy performance before construction starts, saving you headaches and money down the line.

Water Management

Rainwater harvesting, greywater systems, and landscape strategies that work with Toronto's climate, not against it.

Material Selection

We source materials with low embodied carbon and high durability. Local when possible, because shipping marble from Italy doesn't make sense.

LEED Certification

If you're going for certification, we'll guide you through the process. We've done this enough times to know the shortcuts (the legal ones).

"Our energy costs dropped by 40% compared to our old building, and the indoor air quality is noticeably better. The team delivered on every sustainability promise."

Interior Space Planning
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Interior Space Planning

Interiors are where architecture really comes alive. We've learned that the distance between your fridge and stove matters more than most people think. It's about flow, light, and creating spaces that feel natural to move through.

Whether it's a complete interior fit-out or reimagining existing spaces, we obsess over the details. Furniture placement, lighting layers, acoustic considerations - all that stuff that makes spaces feel just right without you knowing why.

What We Cover:
  • Space planning and furniture layouts that actually work for how you live or work
  • Lighting design - layered, functional, and mood-setting when needed
  • Material and finish selection with samples you can touch and see
  • Custom millwork design for built-ins that maximize every inch
  • Color consultation that goes beyond just picking paint chips
Our Process Timeline:
Week 1-2

Initial consultation and space assessment

Week 3-4

Concept development and preliminary layouts

Week 5-6

Design refinement and material selection

Week 7+

Documentation and implementation oversight

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Urban Development Projects

Cities are complex ecosystems, and we love working at this scale. Mixed-use developments, master planning, urban infill - these projects require thinking about how people move, interact, and live together.

We collaborate with urban planners, landscape architects, and community stakeholders because let's face it, nobody knows what a neighborhood needs better than the people who live there. Our job is translating those needs into buildable, viable projects.

Master Planning

Big-picture thinking for multi-phase developments

Mixed-Use Design

Blending residential, commercial, and public spaces

Transit-Oriented Development

Projects that make car-free living actually viable

Community Engagement

Facilitating dialogue between all stakeholders

Urban Development
Heritage Restoration
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Heritage Building Restoration

This is where history meets modern needs. Toronto's got incredible heritage buildings, and working on them requires a different mindset. You're not just designing - you're preserving, adapting, and sometimes detective work to understand original construction methods.

We work closely with heritage consultants and conservation specialists to maintain historical integrity while making these buildings functional for today. It's a balancing act - respecting the past while serving the present.

Our Heritage Approach: