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Residential Design

Honestly, your home should feel like... well, home. We've been doing residential projects for years now, and the thing that always gets me is how different everyone's idea of "perfect" really is. Some folks want wide-open spaces where the kitchen flows into the living room, others need those quiet corners where they can actually think.

We'll sit down with you - coffee's on us - and figure out how you actually live. Not how magazines say you should live, but YOUR life. Got kids who track mud everywhere? Let's plan for that. Work from home and need a proper office that doesn't feel like a closet? We got you.

Whether it's a new build from scratch or reworking what you've already got, we make sure the design makes sense for your daily routine. And yeah, we sneak in some sustainable features too - your future utility bills will thank you.

Commercial Architecture

Commercial spaces are a whole different beast. You're not just designing for one family - you're creating an environment where productivity happens, where customers feel welcome, where brands come alive. No pressure, right?

We've worked on everything from boutique retail spots to office complexes, and here's what we've learned: function trumps flash every single time. Sure, it needs to look good - that's a given. But if your employees can't find a quiet space for focused work, or if customers feel cramped and anxious, then all that aesthetic appeal means nothing.

We dig into the workflow, traffic patterns, brand identity, all that stuff. Then we craft something that actually supports what you're trying to accomplish. Modern? Traditional? Something in between? Let's talk about what fits your business, not what's trendy this month.

Sustainable Building Consulting

This is where things get interesting. Sustainability isn't just some checkbox to tick off anymore - it's becoming non-negotiable, and frankly, it should be. But there's so much greenwashing out there that it's hard to know what's actually effective.

We come in and assess your project from top to bottom. Energy efficiency, material selection, water management, indoor air quality - the whole nine yards. And we're upfront about costs versus benefits because we know you're working with a budget.

Sometimes the greenest option is also the cheapest long-term. Other times there's trade-offs to consider. We'll walk you through it all without the technical jargon that makes your eyes glaze over. Well, we'll try anyway - sometimes the jargon's unavoidable, but we'll explain it in plain English.

Interior Space Planning

You'd be surprised how often the exterior's perfect but the interior layout just... doesn't work. We've seen gorgeous buildings where you can't figure out where to put furniture, or offices where half the space goes unused because the flow's all wrong.

Interior space planning is about maximizing what you've got. It's puzzle-solving, really - fitting all the pieces together so everything has its place and the whole thing feels intuitive. You shouldn't need a map to navigate your own building.

We look at how spaces connect, where natural light falls, how sound travels, accessibility requirements - basically making sure the inside works as hard as the outside looks good. And if we can steal a few extra square feet of usable space through clever planning? That's just a bonus.

Project Management

Let's be real - construction projects can become chaotic fast. You've got contractors, suppliers, inspectors, timelines, budgets... it's a lot. And when you're not in this industry day in and day out, it's easy for things to spiral.

That's where project management comes in. We're basically your advocate and coordinator rolled into one. We make sure contractors are doing what they're supposed to, on schedule. We catch problems before they become expensive disasters. We handle the paperwork (there's always so much paperwork).

You'll get regular updates without being overwhelmed with minutiae. When decisions need to be made, we'll present your options clearly. And if something goes sideways - because let's face it, something always does - we're on it before you even know there was an issue. We've been through enough projects to know where the landmines usually are.

Historic Renovation

Historic buildings have character you just can't replicate in new construction. But man, they come with challenges. You're balancing preservation with modern functionality, working with materials that aren't made anymore, navigating heritage regulations...

We love this work though. There's something special about breathing new life into an old building while respecting what made it significant in the first place. It's detective work sometimes - figuring out original construction methods, finding matching materials, understanding what can be changed and what needs to stay.

The goal isn't to create a museum piece (unless that's actually your goal). It's about making historic spaces work for contemporary life. Adding modern HVAC without ruining original plasterwork. Improving energy efficiency while maintaining the facade's integrity. It's tricky, but when it comes together? Absolutely worth it.

How We Work Together

Every project's different, but here's generally how things flow when you work with us. No rigid formulas - just a framework that's proven to work.

01

Initial Chat

We meet, you tell us what you're thinking, we ask a bunch of questions. No commitment, just figuring out if we're a good fit.

02

Concept Phase

We develop initial concepts, sketch ideas, explore possibilities. This is where creativity happens and nothing's off the table yet.

03

Design Development

We refine the chosen direction, get into specifics, make sure everything's buildable and within budget. Reality meets vision.

04

Making It Real

Construction documents, permits, contractor coordination - we handle the technical stuff so you don't have to become an expert overnight.

Let's Talk About Your Project

Whether you've got detailed plans or just a vague idea of what you want, we're here to help figure it out. Most projects start with someone saying "I'm not even sure if this is possible, but..." - and honestly, those conversations often lead to the most interesting work.

We're based in Toronto but work throughout Canada. Distance isn't usually a problem these days with video calls and all, though we do prefer at least a few in-person meetings when possible. Nothing beats actually walking a site together.

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