What We Actually Do
Six core services that we've honed over years of getting our hands dirty with real projects
Look, we're not gonna bombard you with fancy jargon here. These are the six things we do best, refined through actual builds, restorations, and more than a few coffee-fueled late nights. Each service comes with our commitment to sustainable practices and Nordic design principles - but more importantly, they come with experience that counts.
We've designed homes ranging from compact urban dwellings to sprawling countryside estates. What sets our residential work apart? We actually listen. Your home isn't just another project file for us - it's where you'll live, breathe, and build memories. We integrate Nordic simplicity with Canadian sensibilities, throw in sustainable materials and smart energy solutions, and yeah, we make sure it looks damn good too.
Commercial projects are a different beast entirely. You've got foot traffic patterns, brand identity, operational efficiency, and ROI to consider. We've worked on office buildings, retail spaces, restaurants, and mixed-use developments throughout Vancouver and BC. Our approach balances functionality with aesthetics - because a beautiful building that doesn't work for your business is just an expensive sculpture.
This is where things get really interesting. Heritage buildings have stories to tell, and our job is to preserve those stories while making them functional for today's needs. We've restored Victorian-era homes, early 1900s commercial buildings, and mid-century landmarks. It's part detective work, part craftsmanship, and requires a deep respect for the original architects' intentions. Plus, navigating heritage designation requirements? Yeah, we know that dance pretty well.
Sustainability isn't a trend for us - it's embedded in everything we do. But sometimes you need focused expertise on energy performance, material selection, or green building certifications. That's where our consulting comes in. We'll assess your existing plans, identify opportunities for improvement, and help you achieve LEED certification or Passive House standards if that's your goal. We're not here to greenwash your project; we're here to make it genuinely better for the environment and your long-term operating costs.
Good architecture doesn't stop at the building envelope. How spaces flow, how light moves through rooms, where you place that awkward structural column - these details make or break the daily experience of a building. We approach interior planning with the same rigor as exterior design, considering everything from acoustics to furniture layouts. Whether it's an open-plan office that actually works or a restaurant where staff can move efficiently, we've got you covered.
Working at the urban scale means thinking beyond individual buildings. It's about neighborhoods, public spaces, infrastructure, and how people move through cities. We've participated in masterplanning projects, mixed-use developments, and public realm improvements across Metro Vancouver. This work requires collaboration with engineers, landscape architects, city planners, and community stakeholders. It's complex, sometimes frustrating, but incredibly rewarding when you see a neighborhood come to life.
We'll tell you what's realistic, what's not, and why. No architectural speak that nobody understands - just straight talk about your project.
We've been around long enough to know that delays happen. But we're upfront about schedules and keep you informed when things shift.
Your budget is your budget. We design within it and flag cost implications early so there aren't any nasty surprises down the road.
That's totally fine. Most projects don't fit neatly into one category anyway. Reach out and let's have a conversation about what you're trying to accomplish. We'll figure out together what services make sense for your specific situation.
We offer free initial consultations where we can discuss your project, talk through options, and give you a realistic sense of scope and budget. No pressure, no sales pitch - just architects who genuinely want to understand what you're trying to build.
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