Real Projects, Real Impact

These aren't just buildings we've designed—they're spaces where people actually live, work, and create memories. Each one taught us something new about what works and what doesn't.

We've been fortunate to work on some pretty interesting projects over the years. Here's a look at what we've built, complete with the technical bits and some honest reflections on how each one turned out.

Residential

Liberty Village Multi-Unit Residence

This one was a challenge from day one. The client wanted modern condo living but with actual character—not just another glass box. We spent months figuring out how to fit 24 units on a narrow lot while keeping each space feeling open and connected to natural light.

Technical Specs

Total Area

32,400 sq ft

Units

24 Residential

Completion

October 2023

Energy Rating

LEED Gold

Key Features

Geothermal heating, triple-glazed windows, green roof system, rainwater harvesting

What We Learned

The green roof ended up being more complicated than we thought—drainage was tricky—but it's become the building's signature feature. Residents use it constantly, which honestly makes all those headaches worth it.

Sustainable Design Urban Infill Multi-Family Green Roof
Commercial

Junction Creative Hub

Converting an old warehouse into functional office space sounds easier than it is. The existing structure had character—exposed brick, timber beams, the works—but the guts were basically shot. We gutted everything while keeping what made the building special in the first place.

Technical Specs

Total Area

18,750 sq ft

Floors

3 Levels

Completion

March 2023

Building Type

Adaptive Reuse

Key Features

Heritage facade preservation, high-efficiency HVAC, skylights, exposed structure, flexible workspace layouts

The Reality Check

We discovered hidden structural issues halfway through that nearly derailed everything. Had to bring in extra steel reinforcement, which ate into the budget. But it meant we could open up the floor plates way more than originally planned, so... silver lining?

Heritage Restoration Adaptive Reuse Commercial Office Space
Urban Planning

East Harbour Waterfront Development

This project's still ongoing, but we're pretty excited about it. Working with the city to transform an abandoned industrial waterfront into a mixed-use community. It's a massive undertaking—lots of stakeholders, lots of opinions, lots of regulations to navigate.

Technical Specs

Total Area

12.5 acres

Units

280 Mixed-Use

Timeline

2021-2025

Status

Phase 2 of 3

Key Features

Public waterfront access, bike lanes, affordable housing units, retail spaces, community center, wetland restoration

Ongoing Challenges

Balancing development with environmental restoration isn't easy. We're trying to preserve the existing shoreline ecology while making it accessible to people. Some compromises have been necessary, but we're making it work.

Urban Development Mixed-Use Waterfront Brownfield Redevelopment
Residential

Rosedale Heritage Home Restoration

A 1920s home that was falling apart but had incredible bones. The owners wanted modern amenities without losing the home's character. We kept the original facade and restored the woodwork while completely rebuilding the interior systems.

Technical Specs

Total Area

4,200 sq ft

Built

1924 / Restored 2022

Completion

June 2022

Heritage Status

Designated

Key Features

Original facade restoration, updated insulation, modern HVAC, kitchen renovation, heritage plaster repair

The Tricky Parts

Working with the heritage committee was... interesting. Every change needed approval, which added months to the timeline. We also discovered original stained glass hidden behind drywall, which was a nice surprise.

Heritage Restoration Single Family Renovation Period Architecture