Commercial Building Design
Look, we've designed everything from office towers to retail complexes, and what we've learned is this: commercial spaces need to actually work for the people using them every day. We don't just draw pretty buildings - we think about flow, natural light, how people move through spaces, and yeah, keeping operating costs down.
- Multi-story office complexes
- Retail & mixed-use developments
- Industrial facility planning
- Adaptive reuse strategies
Urban Planning & Development
Cities are complex beasts. We work on master plans that actually consider how neighborhoods evolve over time. It's not just about zoning maps - it's about creating places where communities can thrive. We've done our share of developments around Vancouver and learned that listening to local needs matters way more than imposing some grand vision.
- Master planning & site analysis
- Mixed-use district development
- Transit-oriented design
- Community engagement facilitation
Sustainable Architecture Solutions
This is where we really geek out. Sustainable design isn't some add-on feature for us - it's baked into everything from day one. We're talking passive solar orientation, natural ventilation systems, rainwater harvesting, the works. And here's the thing: sustainable buildings save money in the long run. We've got the data to prove it.
- LEED certification consulting
- Energy modeling & optimization
- Green building material selection
- Net-zero design strategies
Interior Space Planning
Exterior's important, sure, but people spend most of their time inside. We've designed countless interiors that balance aesthetics with function. Whether it's an open-plan office that actually works or a retail space that guides customer flow naturally, we think through every detail. Lighting, acoustics, materials - it all matters.
- Workplace design & layout
- Retail interior configuration
- Accessibility compliance
- Material & finish specification
Construction Project Management
Here's where things get real. We don't just hand over drawings and disappear. Our team stays involved through construction, working with contractors, solving problems that come up (and they always do), making sure what gets built matches what we designed. It's the unglamorous part, but honestly? It's where projects succeed or fail.
- Contractor coordination & oversight
- Budget tracking & cost control
- Schedule management
- Quality assurance inspections
Heritage Building Restoration
Vancouver's got some beautiful old buildings, and we've had the privilege of bringing several back to life. This work requires a totally different mindset - you're balancing historical integrity with modern building codes and client needs. It's part detective work, part craftsmanship, and honestly one of the most rewarding things we do.
- Historical building assessment
- Heritage designation applications
- Sensitive modernization approaches
- Original material preservation