Look, we get it - every architecture firm claims they do everything. But here's the thing: we've spent years figuring out what we're genuinely good at, and that's what you'll find below. Each service comes from actual experience, not just what sounds impressive on a website.
Architectural Design & Planning
This is where everything starts. We sit down, figure out what you're actually trying to build, and translate that into something that works in the real world. Not just pretty drawings - plans that contractors can actually use and building departments won't reject.
How it typically goes:
- Weeks 1-2: Initial consultation and site analysis - we walk the space together
- Weeks 3-5: Concept sketches and preliminary layouts - rough but directional
- Weeks 6-10: Design development with your feedback loops
- Weeks 11-14: Final construction documents ready for permits
Interior Space Optimization
Ever walked into a place and thought "this feels wrong but I can't explain why?" That's what we fix. It's about flow, light, proportions - the stuff you feel but don't necessarily see. We've reworked cramped condos into spaces that breathe and turned awkward floor plans into something that just makes sense.
Typical timeline:
- Week 1: Space assessment and usage patterns review
- Weeks 2-4: Layout experiments and spatial configurations
- Weeks 5-7: Material selection and lighting design
- Week 8: Final interior package delivery
Sustainable Building Consultation
Green building isn't just a checkbox anymore. We help you navigate energy codes, passive solar design, material choices that won't wreck the planet. Sometimes it costs more upfront, sometimes it doesn't - we're honest about both scenarios.
Process overview:
- Energy audit and baseline assessment
- Passive design strategies implementation
- Material lifecycle analysis
- LEED or GreenStar coordination if needed
- Cost-benefit reporting for green upgrades
Duration: 4-6 weeks depending on project scale
Construction Project Management
Someone's gotta make sure the contractor actually builds what we designed. That's us. We do site visits, review submittals, catch problems before they become expensive mistakes. Think of it as translation services between architect-speak and construction-speak.
What we handle:
- Weekly site inspections and reports
- Contractor coordination and RFI responses
- Change order review and budget tracking
- Quality control checkpoints
- Final walkthrough and deficiency list
Duration: Throughout entire construction phase
3D Visualization & Rendering
Floor plans confuse most people - that's just reality. We create photo-realistic renders so you can actually see what you're getting before dropping serious money on construction. Way easier to change a digital wall than a real one.
What you get:
- Photo-realistic exterior and interior views
- Multiple lighting scenarios (day/night)
- Material and finish variations
- Virtual walkthroughs if needed
- High-res files for presentations
Duration: 2-3 weeks per visualization set
Heritage Building Restoration
This one's special. Toronto's full of beautiful old buildings that need careful, knowledgeable work. We've dealt with heritage committees, original brick that can't be matched, plaster techniques nobody uses anymore. It's part detective work, part craftsmanship advocacy.
Research Phase (3-4 weeks)
- Historical documentation review
- Building condition assessment
- Heritage designation research
Restoration Work (varies)
- Conservation plan development
- Heritage committee approvals
- Specialized contractor coordination
How We Actually Work
Initial Chat
Coffee or video call. You tell us what you're thinking, we ask a bunch of questions. No charge for this - we're just figuring out if we're a good fit.
Proposal & Agreement
We send over a detailed scope with fees broken down by phase. You'll know exactly what you're paying for. Once signed, we're off to the races.
Design Development
This is where the magic happens. Lots of back-and-forth, revisions, refining. We'll probably meet weekly or bi-weekly during this phase.
Delivery & Support
Final documents, permits submitted, construction oversight if that's part of the deal. We stick around to answer contractor questions because there'll be questions.