This one was personal for the clients—a family of five wanting to ditch city living without losing modern comforts. We carved out 4,200 sq ft of living space that basically frames Lake Ontario from every angle. Floor-to-ceiling glass wasn't just for show; it actually blurs the line between inside and outside, which is exactly what they wanted.
Location
Oakville, ON
Completed
2023
Area
4,200 sq ft
Budget
$2.8M
Revitalizing a 1970s office block wasn't on anyone's bucket list, but the location was too good to pass up. We kept the bones, gutted the rest, and added three floors on top. Now it's a mixed-use space with retail at street level, co-working on floors 2-4, and residential units up top. The facade got a complete makeover with terracotta panels that actually help with temperature regulation.
Location
Toronto, ON
Completed
2022
Area
68,000 sq ft
Type
Mixed-Use
Converting a 1895 whiskey warehouse into residential lofts meant walking a tightrope between preservation and modern living. Heritage Toronto was watching our every move, which honestly kept us honest. We exposed original brick walls, kept the timber beam structure visible, and somehow managed to fit contemporary amenities without making it look like a museum.
Original Built
1895
Restored
2021
Units Created
18 Lofts
Award
Heritage Award 2022
The client wanted net-zero, and we delivered. This 45,000 sq ft tech campus in Mississauga runs almost entirely on renewable energy. Solar panels on the roof, green walls inside and out, rainwater collection—you name it, we probably incorporated it. But here's the thing: we didn't want it to look like a science project. It's still a workspace where people actually want to spend their day.
Completion Year
Square Feet
Energy Status
Platinum
580 solar panels generating 195 kW peak capacity. Combined with battery storage, the building produces more energy than it consumes during peak hours. Excess power feeds back into the grid.
Rainwater harvesting system captures and filters 80% of site runoff for irrigation and toilet flushing. Low-flow fixtures throughout reduced water consumption by 45% compared to standard buildings.
Living walls covering 2,400 sq ft of interior and exterior surfaces. Native plant species selected for minimal maintenance. Improves air quality and provides natural insulation.
A narrow lot between two existing homes didn't scream "opportunity" to most folks, but we saw potential. This infill project squeezed three townhouses into a 50-foot-wide site without making anyone feel cramped. The trick? Vertical living done right, with each unit getting its own outdoor space and tons of natural light.
Location
Toronto, ON
Year
2022
Units
3 Townhouses
Size Each
1,850 sq ft
Each unit features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths