Residential Architecture
Most PopularThere's something really personal about designing someone's home. We've done everything from cozy laneway houses to multi-unit developments across the GTA.
What you'll get:
- Custom floor plans that actually make sense for how you live
- Site analysis (because sometimes your dream design won't work with your lot)
- Full construction drawings & specs
- Permit coordination (yeah, we deal with the city bureaucracy)
- Energy modeling to keep your bills reasonable
We've learned that good residential design isn't about cramming in trendy features. It's about understanding your daily routines, your family dynamics, and yeah... your actual budget. No point designing a mansion if you can't afford to build it.
Commercial Building Design
Office spaces, retail storefronts, mixed-use developments - we've tackled them all. The trick with commercial work is balancing functionality with the brand experience you're trying to create.
Our approach includes:
- Feasibility studies (let's make sure the numbers work first)
- Building code compliance for commercial occupancies
- Accessibility planning (OBC compliance is non-negotiable)
- Tenant improvement coordination
- Sustainable systems integration
Commercial projects are a different beast than residential. You're dealing with stricter codes, higher performance standards, and usually tighter timelines. We get that your building needs to start generating revenue ASAP, so we keep things moving.
Sustainable Design Consulting
This isn't just our specialty - it's kinda become our whole thing. Climate change is real, and buildings are responsible for a massive chunk of emissions. We can help you do better.
What we bring to the table:
- Energy audits & retrofits
- Passive house consulting
- LEED certification support
- Material selection guidance
- Renewable energy integration
Sustainable design doesn't mean you have to compromise on aesthetics or blow your budget. Sometimes it's as simple as orienting windows differently or choosing the right insulation. We'll show you where it makes sense.
Interior Space Planning
Architecture isn't just about the exterior shell. How spaces flow inside makes or breaks a building. We've done enough layouts to know what works and what'll drive you crazy.
Services include:
- Space programming & analysis
- Furniture layouts that work
- Lighting design coordination
- Material & finish selections
- Built-in millwork design
Interior planning is where theory meets reality. We've learned the hard way that a kitchen that looks amazing in 3D might be a nightmare to actually cook in. We test layouts, consider sightlines, and think about how light changes throughout the day.
Construction Management
Drawings are just the beginning. Somebody's gotta make sure what gets built matches what we designed. That's where construction management comes in, and trust me, it matters.
We handle:
- Contractor selection & tendering
- Regular site inspections
- RFI responses & clarifications
- Change order evaluation
- Quality control oversight
Construction's where things can go sideways fast. Materials show up wrong, contractors have questions, stuff doesn't fit like it should. We're on-site regularly to catch problems early before they become expensive mistakes. It saves you money in the long run.
Heritage Building Restoration
Toronto's got amazing old buildings, and honestly, it'd be a shame to tear them all down. Restoration work is tricky - you're dealing with outdated systems, unknown conditions, and strict heritage guidelines. But when it's done right? Magic.
Our restoration services:
- Heritage assessment & documentation
- Adaptive reuse planning
- Heritage permit applications
- Historical research & archival work
- Modern systems integration
- Facade conservation strategies
We've worked on designated heritage properties across Toronto, from Victorian rowhouses to early 20th-century commercial buildings. The key is respecting what's there while making the building functional for today. Sometimes that means hiding modern HVAC systems or carefully matching old brick. It's detail-oriented work, but there's something satisfying about giving an old building a new lease on life.