Look, we've spent years figuring out how to blend Nordic design principles with sustainable practices that actually work in the real world. Each project is different, and honestly, that's what keeps things interesting around here.
We design homes that feel right - not just on the day you move in, but twenty years down the line. Whether it's a coastal retreat or an urban townhouse, we'll work through every detail with you until it clicks. Natural light, efficient spaces, materials that age well... that's our jam.
Commercial spaces shouldn't feel soulless. We've worked on offices, retail spots, and mixed-use buildings where people actually want to spend time. Energy performance matters here too - your operating costs will thank us later. Plus, tenants dig well-designed spaces.
Sometimes you've got a design team already but need someone who really knows the green building side of things. We'll review your plans, suggest improvements, and help navigate certification processes if that's your goal. Been through LEED, Passive House, and other systems enough times to know what actually moves the needle versus what's just paperwork.
We also do energy modeling and lifecycle assessments - sounds technical, but it basically tells you if your building will perform as promised or if you're gonna have problems.
Our Approach Get ConsultingFlow matters. We'll figure out how you actually use your space and make it work better. No cookie-cutter layouts - every client moves differently through their day. Sometimes it's knocking down a wall, sometimes it's just repositioning a doorway. The little stuff adds up.
Old buildings have character you can't fake. We've worked with heritage committees and restoration specialists to bring these structures back while meeting modern codes. It's a puzzle - respecting what's there while making it functional for today. Vancouver's got some gems worth saving.
Cities are complicated ecosystems. We've consulted on neighbourhood plans, density studies, and public space design. It's about understanding how people actually live, work, and move around - not just drawing pretty maps. Transit connections, green corridors, mixed-use zoning... all that urban design stuff that makes or breaks a community.
Usually work with municipalities or developers on these, but if you've got a larger site that needs master planning, we're into it.
Yeah, projects don't always fit neat categories. Give us a call or shoot an email - we'll figure it out together. First conversation's always free, and honestly, we just like talking about this stuff. Based right here in Vancouver, so we know the local building landscape pretty well.
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Every project's different, but here's the general flow
Tell us what you're thinking. We'll ask questions, share thoughts, see if we're a good fit.
Site visits, measurements, research. Understanding constraints and opportunities.
Sketches, models, revisions. This is the collaborative part where ideas evolve.
Final docs, permits, construction support. We stick around to make sure it's built right.