Illuminating spaces through thoughtful architecture
We're not here to just draw pretty buildings. Our focus is creating spaces that actually work with the environment, not against it.
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We're not here to just draw pretty buildings. Our focus is creating spaces that actually work with the environment, not against it.
Based in Vancouver, we've spent years figuring out how to make buildings that don't just look good in renderings. The West Coast weather keeps us honest – you can't fake good design when it rains 200 days a year.
Our team's learned that sustainable design isn't about checking boxes or slapping solar panels on everything. It's about understanding how light moves through a space, how materials age, and honestly, how people actually live and work.
More About UsSix core services that we've refined over countless projects, late nights, and way too much coffee.
Homes aren't just structures – they're where life happens. We've designed everything from laneway houses to sprawling family estates, always keeping in mind that someone's gonna live here every single day.
Retail, office spaces, hospitality venues – we've done 'em all. The trick is understanding that commercial spaces need to work hard while still feeling inviting.
This is where we get pretty passionate. Energy modeling, passive design, material selection – it's all about making buildings that'll still make sense in 50 years.
The shell's only half the story. We spend a lot of time thinking about flow, natural light, and how spaces actually get used day-to-day.
Vancouver's got some beautiful old bones. We respect the history while making these buildings work for modern needs – it's a balancing act we've gotten pretty good at.
Sometimes it's not about one building, it's about how everything fits together. We work with developers and municipalities to create neighborhoods that actually function.
Every project teaches us something new. This one challenged how we think about natural ventilation in multi-story buildings – turns out the old ways aren't always the best ways.
We collaborated with local engineers and really pushed what's possible with cross-laminated timber in our climate. The result? A building that uses 40% less energy than code requires and honestly just feels better to be in.
See More ProjectsNot in a preachy way, but in a "we've-got-kids-who'll-inherit-this-planet" way. Every project is a chance to do better.
Our Sustainability ApproachBefore we add any mechanical systems, we work with what nature gives us – sun angles, prevailing winds, thermal mass. It's architecture 101, but you'd be surprised how often it gets overlooked.
We're pretty picky about what goes into our buildings. Local sourcing when possible, understanding embodied carbon, choosing materials that'll last and age gracefully.
We run the numbers early and often. It's the only way to know if your design ideas actually work or if you're just making expensive sculptures.
Buildings should be adaptable. We design with future renovations in mind, because needs change and demolition should be a last resort.
We're always up for a conversation. Whether you've got detailed plans or just a rough idea, let's talk about what's possible.