What We Actually Do
We've spent years figuring out how to make buildings that don't just look good but actually work for people. Here's the stuff we're really into...
We've spent years figuring out how to make buildings that don't just look good but actually work for people. Here's the stuff we're really into...
Look, we've been doing this for a while now, and honestly? Every project teaches us something new. We don't claim to know everything, but we're pretty good at listening to what you need and turning that into spaces that feel right.
Where life happens
We design homes. Not just houses - actual homes where you'll want to spend time. Whether it's a laneway house in Little Italy or a full custom build in the suburbs, we focus on how you actually live, not just how things look in photos.
Fun fact: about 60% of our residential clients come back years later for another project. That tells us we're doing something right.
Spaces that work hard
Commercial projects are a different beast. You've got regulations, tight budgets, and a business to run. We get it. Our commercial designs balance form with function, and we're pretty obsessive about meeting deadlines.
We've worked on everything from coffee shops to tech offices. Each one taught us that there's no one-size-fits-all approach.
Our bread & butter
This isn't just a checkbox for us - it's kinda our whole thing. We've been incorporating sustainable practices since way before it was trendy. Energy efficiency, material selection, long-term impact... yeah, we're nerds about this stuff.
Real talk: sustainable design often costs more upfront but saves you money long-term. We'll walk you through the actual numbers, not just the feel-good stuff.
Making spaces flow
Sometimes the exterior's fine, but the inside just doesn't work. We've spent countless hours figuring out how to make awkward layouts functional. It's like solving a puzzle, and honestly, it's one of our favorite things to do.
We once redesigned a 600 sq ft condo that felt like 900 afterward. No walls were moved. Just smart planning.
Big picture thinking
Toronto's growing fast, and not always in the right ways. We work with developers, community groups, and city planners to figure out how neighborhoods can grow without losing what makes them special. It's complicated work, but somebody's gotta do it.
We're involved in a couple neighborhood revitalization projects right now. Can't share details yet, but they're gonna be cool.
Respecting the past
Toronto's got some amazing old buildings, and we hate seeing them demolished. Heritage work is tricky - you're balancing preservation with modern needs, and the regulations are... let's just say intense. But when it works? It's magic.
Last year we restored a 1920s warehouse in the Junction. Found original brick under six layers of paint. That was a good day.
We're not gonna lie - architecture projects take time. But we try to keep things moving and keep you in the loop. Here's the general flow:
We grab coffee (or hop on a call) and talk about what you're thinking. No charge for this - we just wanna see if we're a good fit.
We sketch out ideas, show you options, mess around with different approaches. This is where the fun happens.
Things get detailed. We work out materials, systems, all the technical stuff that makes buildings actually function.
Construction drawings, permits, specifications - the boring but necessary stuff. We handle it so you don't have to.
We stick around during construction to answer questions, solve problems, and make sure things get built right.
We're always up for tackling something new. Whether you've got detailed plans or just a vague idea, let's talk about it. No pressure, no hard sell - just an honest conversation about what's possible.