What We Actually Do

Honestly, homes are where we cut our teeth. Whether you're looking at a new build, renovation, or just can't figure out how to make your space work better - we've probably dealt with something similar before.

We start by actually listening to how you live. Not how you think you should live, but how you really use your space. Morning routines, where the kids dump their stuff, that corner where light hits just right in the afternoon - all that matters.

• Custom home design from scratch
• Renovations that make sense
• Space optimization (we're pretty good at this)
• Additions that don't look tacked on

Commercial work is a different beast entirely. You're balancing function, brand identity, regulations, budgets, and usually some pretty tight deadlines. We get it - time really is money here.

Our approach? We figure out what your space needs to do first, then make it look good doing it. Form follows function isn't just an old saying - it actually works when you apply it right.

• Office spaces that people actually want to work in
• Retail design with customer flow in mind
• Mixed-use developments
• Feasibility studies before you commit

Okay, so sustainability is kind of our thing. But we're not talking about slapping some solar panels on and calling it green. Real sustainable design means thinking through materials, energy, longevity, and yeah - your actual budget.

We've learned that the best sustainable buildings are the ones people actually want to keep using for decades. Beautiful, functional spaces tend to stick around longer than trendy ones.

• Passive design strategies (free heating/cooling)
• Material selection that makes sense
• Energy modeling and certifications
• Net-zero design consultation

Sometimes the exterior is fine but the inside just doesn't flow right. We spend a lot of time on space planning - it's basically the art of making square footage work harder without adding more of it.

Good space planning can save you from expensive additions or moves. We've helped folks realize they had enough space all along, just not in the right configuration.

• Flow and circulation studies
• Spatial reorganization
• Lighting design integration
• Material and finish coordination

Drawings are one thing - getting them built properly is another challenge. We stick around through construction because that's when designs either come to life or fall apart. Having someone who understands both the vision and the reality is pretty crucial.

Think of us as translators between what's on paper and what's happening on site. We catch problems early, make decisions when they're needed, and keep things moving forward.

• Site supervision and inspections
• Contractor coordination
• Quality control
• Problem-solving on the fly

This is probably our most specialized service. Heritage work requires a totally different mindset - you're not just designing something new, you're protecting and revealing what's already there while making it work for modern needs.

Toronto's got some amazing old buildings, and we've been lucky enough to work on quite a few. It's detective work, craftsmanship, and creative problem-solving all rolled into one.

• Heritage designation applications
• Respectful modernization
• Archival research and documentation
• Period-appropriate material sourcing