Our Work

Former garment factory from the 1920s that'd been sitting empty for years. Owner wanted to convert it into a residential loft but keep that industrial character that made the space interesting in the first place.

We exposed the original brick, kept the massive timber beams, even preserved some of the old factory equipment as design features. But then balanced all that rough texture with warm wood floors, modern kitchen, and a bathroom that doesn't feel like you're camping.

The tricky part was dealing with the building code stuff - old buildings weren't built to modern standards, so we had to get creative with things like insulation and fire separation while not destroying what made the space cool.

This project's kinda become our calling card around Toronto. Marketing firm wanted their building to make a statement about their commitment to sustainability, but they also needed it to actually function as an office, not just look pretty.

Those living walls aren't just decoration - they're actually improving air quality, providing insulation, and managing stormwater runoff. We integrated an irrigation system that uses harvested rainwater, so the whole thing's basically self-sustaining once it's established.

Inside, we continued the green theme with an atrium that brings natural light down through all four floors. Air quality sensors adjust ventilation automatically, and the green roof reduces cooling loads by a noticeable amount during summer.

Maintenance was a concern, so we worked with a local horticultural company to select hardy plant species that can handle Toronto's climate. Two years in and everything's thriving, which honestly surprised even us a bit.

Municipal project to transform an underused waterfront space. The old plaza was basically a wind tunnel - massive empty concrete pad that nobody wanted to spend time in except to cut through on their way somewhere else.

We started by studying how people actually move through the space, where they naturally congregate, where they avoid. Then designed around those patterns instead of imposing some rigid geometric plan that looks good from above but sucks at ground level.

Added varied seating - not just benches but also steps, low walls, movable chairs. Planted trees in clusters to create defined spaces and provide shade. Put in some water features that double as play areas for kids. Made sure there's good sightlines for safety but also created some intimate corners where you don't feel like you're on display.

The transformation's been pretty dramatic. Where it used to be empty most of the time, now you've got food vendors setting up, people having lunch, kids playing. It's become an actual destination instead of just a pass-through.

Side project that turned into something bigger. We were frustrated with how expensive sustainable housing was becoming, so we designed a series of modular homes that could be manufactured efficiently and assembled quickly on site.

Each unit's built with structural insulated panels - super energy efficient and they go up fast. Standard configurations range from 600 to 1200 square feet, but they're designed to be combined or expanded later if needed. Used a lot of cross-laminated timber, which is strong, sustainable, and honestly just looks better than drywall.

The economics work because we're building multiples - economies of scale that you don't get with traditional custom homes. And because the construction happens in a factory, there's way less waste and weather delays.

First development of 12 units sold out before they were even finished. We're working on expanding the series now with different configurations. Turns out there's real demand for homes that are affordable, sustainable, and don't look like shipping containers.

Restaurant design's different from most architecture - it's gotta look good, work efficiently for staff, and make people wanna stay and spend money. This chef wanted a space that felt like an extension of their farm-to-table philosophy.

We used a ton of reclaimed materials - old barn wood for tables, vintage light fixtures, salvaged brick for accent walls. The open kitchen was non-negotiable for the client, so we made it a feature rather than hiding it away. Custom steel shelving doubles as storage and display.

Acoustics were tricky - you want it lively but not so loud people can't talk. Added fabric panels disguised as art and used sound-absorbing ceiling treatments that don't look institutional.

Place has been packed since opening night. Client says the space sells itself - customers are always asking about the design, taking photos. Which is exactly what you want in restaurant design.

Libraries are evolving beyond just book storage, and this project embraced that reality. Community needed a flexible space for programs, meetings, quiet study, technology access, and yeah, still some actual books.

Created distinct zones that can be reconfigured as needs change. Kids area is colorful and durable - because kids are basically tiny destructive forces. Teen space has its own identity separate from the children's area because teenagers don't wanna be treated like kids. Adult areas balance quiet