Real spaces, real challenges, real solutions. Here's what we've been working on - each project tells its own story about how architecture shapes the way people live and work.
This one was a real puzzle. The clients wanted floor-to-ceiling glass to capture those lake views, but Toronto winters aren't exactly forgiving. We spent months figuring out the right thermal breaks and triple-glazing specs that wouldn't kill their heating bills.
What makes this place special isn't just the view though - it's how the interior spaces flow. No hallways, just these interconnected zones that shift from public to private as you move through. The cantilevered second floor was our structural engineer's nightmare, but it creates this amazing covered terrace that works year-round.
Converting a 1920s warehouse into modern office space? Yeah, it sounds romantic until you're dealing with asbestos and structural columns that can't be moved. But that's exactly what made this project interesting - working with what's already there instead of bulldozing history.
We kept the exposed brick and heavy timber beams because they've got character you can't fake. Added a glass atrium that floods the center with natural light - something the original building never had. The tenants now? Mix of tech startups and creative agencies who actually appreciate that old-meets-new vibe.
Five units on a narrow lot that everyone said was too tight. We went vertical and made it work with stacked layouts that feel way more spacious than the footprint suggests.
Read MoreThe chef wanted an open kitchen where diners could watch the action. We built the entire space around that concept - it's basically theatre with really good food.
Read MoreNot every project needs a dramatic reveal. Here's some other stuff we've wrapped up lately - each one had its own challenges and lessons.
We're always up for a challenge. Whether it's new construction or making an existing space work better, let's talk about what you're trying to accomplish.