Westbrook Passive House
West Vancouver, BC
This one was a real learning experience for everyone involved. The family wanted net-zero energy, but they didn't want it to look like a science experiment. We worked for months getting the orientation just right, making sure every window placement counted. The result? They're basically not paying heating bills anymore, and honestly, you'd never guess it's a passive house from the curb appeal.
- Net-zero energy consumption
- Triple-glazed European windows
- Geothermal heating system
- 3,200 sq ft living space
Harbor Tech Hub
Downtown Vancouver, BC
The client wanted a tech office that didn't feel like every other glass box downtown. We ended up designing around natural light and airflow, which sounds simple but took some serious problem-solving. There's a living green wall in the main atrium that's become kind of Instagram-famous. More importantly though, the employees actually like being there, which was the whole point.
- LEED Platinum certified
- Rainwater harvesting system
- 45,000 sq ft office space
- Rooftop solar array
Whistler Mountain Retreat
Whistler, BC
Building in the mountains means you're dealing with snow loads, wildlife considerations, and neighbors who really care about maintaining the natural beauty. This family wanted big windows to capture those views without creating a heat-loss nightmare. We used locally-sourced timber and worked with the natural slope instead of fighting it.
- 4,800 sq ft custom home
- Radiant floor heating
- Local timber construction
Artisan Market & Eatery
Granville Island, Vancouver
Converting an old warehouse into a food market is trickier than you'd think - there's ventilation, multiple cooking stations, customer flow to consider. We kept the industrial bones exposed because they had character, then softened everything with natural materials and tons of natural light.
- Heritage building adaptation
- 12,000 sq ft market space
Kitsilano Heritage Renovation
Kitsilano, Vancouver, BC
This 1920s craftsman was in rough shape when we first saw it - foundation issues, outdated everything, but the bones were solid and the neighborhood designation meant we had to preserve the exterior character. We basically rebuilt the interior while maintaining that vintage charm outside. Added modern insulation, all-new systems, but kept the original woodwork and restored the windows instead of replacing them.
- Heritage preservation compliance
- Modern energy efficiency upgrades
- Original craftsman details restored
- 2,400 sq ft living space
Laneway Living Project
Mount Pleasant, Vancouver, BC
Vancouver's laneway housing boom has been interesting to be part of. This one's only 750 square feet, but it lives way bigger thanks to smart layout choices and plenty of light. The owners actually rent out their main house now and live here full-time - tells you something about how well the space works.
- 750 sq ft optimized layout
- High-efficiency heat pump
- Smart home integration
- Rooftop garden space
Riverside Medical Center
Richmond, BC
Medical spaces have their own set of rules - infection control, privacy requirements, accessibility standards that go beyond typical commercial work. But that doesn't mean they have to feel clinical. We focused on creating calming spaces with natural materials and views to the adjacent park. The staff told us patients are noticeably less anxious, which makes the extra effort worth it.
- 18,000 sq ft medical facility
- Full accessibility compliance
- Natural light throughout
Fraser Street Townhouses
East Vancouver, BC
Six attached units that don't feel attached - that was the challenge. Each townhouse has its own character, private outdoor space, and enough sound insulation that you'd never know there's neighbors on the other side of the wall. We varied the facades just enough to avoid that cookie-cutter look while keeping construction efficient.
- Six 1,800 sq ft units
- Individual outdoor spaces
- Superior acoustic separation