Our Work Speaks

Every project we've tackled tells its own story. Some pushed us to rethink everything we thought we knew about urban density. Others reminded us why we fell in love with architecture in the first place. Here's a look at what keeps us coming back to the drawing board.

Waterfront residence at sunset
Residential / 2024

Kitsilano Shoreline Residence

This one was tricky - our clients wanted floor-to-ceiling glass to capture those ocean views, but Vancouver's weather doesn't always play nice with ambitious glazing. We spent months testing different systems before landing on a triple-pane solution that actually works in our climate.

The roofline mimics the coastal mountains you can see from the living room. Sounds cheesy when you say it out loud, but in person? It just clicks. We incorporated reclaimed timber from a demolished warehouse in Gastown for the main structural beams - gives the place some Vancouver grit alongside all that polish.

  • Square Footage: 3,200 sq ft
  • Energy Rating: Net-Zero Ready
  • Completion: Spring 2024
Downtown commercial building facade
Commercial / 2023

Yaletown Innovation Hub

Converting a 1920s brick warehouse into a tech workspace while keeping the heritage committee happy - yeah, that was an adventure. We kept the original brick facade and those massive timber columns, then slipped in a modern glass atrium that brings natural light three floors down.

The ground floor opens completely to the street in summer, turning the lobby into an extension of the neighborhood. People actually hang out there now, which wasn't something you'd say about the old building. We added a green roof that the office tenants maintain themselves - builds community and handles stormwater at the same time.

Won a heritage conservation award for this one, which honestly meant more to us than the architectural accolades.

  • Total Area: 24,000 sq ft across 4 floors
  • Certifications: LEED Gold, Heritage Designation
  • Completion: November 2023
Mixed-use urban development Community courtyard space
Urban Planning / 2024

Mount Pleasant Mid-Rise Community

Vancouver needs more housing, but nobody wants another glass tower. This project tried to find that middle ground - six stories of mixed-income housing that doesn't feel like you're living in a filing cabinet.

We carved out three interior courtyards that create semi-private green space for residents. Each building entrance faces these gardens instead of the street, so you get that neighborhood feel even though you're in a dense urban block. The ground floor units have individual front doors opening onto the courtyard - feels more like a townhouse than an apartment.

The city planners were skeptical about our density numbers at first, but once they saw how we were handling the massing and the public realm, they got on board. We're actually using this as a model for two more projects in East Van.

  • Units: 142 residential (mix of 1BR-3BR)
  • Affordability: 30% below-market housing
  • Status: Construction phase, completion late 2025
Restored heritage building
Heritage Restoration / 2023

Gastown McKenzie Building Revival

This building was days away from demolition when we got involved. Built in 1898, it had been empty for nearly a decade and looked pretty rough. But those brick archways and the original cast-iron columns? You can't build that kind of character anymore.

We stabilized the structure, restored the facade using bricks salvaged from another demolished building, and converted the interior into creative office space. The challenge was bringing everything up to seismic code without destroying what made the building special in the first place.

Ended up installing a hidden steel frame that does all the heavy lifting while the original structure stays visible. It's not cheap, but some buildings are worth saving.

  • Original Construction: 1898
  • Restoration Period: 14 months
  • Awards: Vancouver Heritage Award 2023
Modern sustainable home with solar panels
Residential / 2024

North Shore Passive House

Our first certified Passive House, and honestly, it kicked our butts. The standard is no joke - we're talking about airtightness levels that make you paranoid about every single junction and penetration.

The family wanted something that felt open and connected to the forest around them, which seems contradictory to the super-insulated envelope a Passive House needs. We used massive triple-glazed windows (like, comically thick) positioned to maximize southern exposure and framed views of the cedars outside.

Their heating bill last winter was $140 for the entire season. The system works, but you've gotta commit to doing it right. No shortcuts, no "close enough." Worth it though.

  • Size: 2,800 sq ft
  • Certification: Passive House Institute
  • Energy Use: 85% less than standard homes
Interior workspace design
Interior Optimization / 2023

Tech Startup Headquarters

Took a generic office shell in downtown Vancouver and turned it into a workspace that actually reflects how people work now. Open collaboration zones, quiet focus areas, and a cafe that doesn't feel like an afterthought.

4,500 sq ft | Completed July 2023

Urban park planning
Urban Development / 2024

East Vancouver Transit Hub

Working with the city on integrating public transit with mixed-use development. Still in planning stages, but it's the kind of project that could actually change how people move around the city.

In Development | Expected 2026

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