This comprehensive renovation breathes new life into a 1948 Oak Bay residence, bridging the gap between post-war charm and 21st-century performance. The project began with a deep retrofit, featuring a complete building envelope upgrade and the integration of sophisticated new heating and ventilation systems. By prioritizing the home’s thermal integrity, the design ensures that this mid-century home now meets the highest standards of comfort and energy efficiency. Inside, the home underwent a total spatial reimagining to suit the rhythms of modern family life. Formerly compartmentalized rooms were replaced with airy, light-filled volumes, including an expansive new kitchen and open-concept[...]

The SugarCube House represents a thoughtful approach to urban density and the art of downsizing. By subdividing their existing property in Victoria, the homeowners transformed a single oversized lot into a model for modern, small-footprint living. The house is defined by its dramatic asymmetrical roofline and high-performance glazing, proving that infill projects can enhance the architectural fabric of a traditional neighbourhood while providing a sustainable path for aging-in-place. Beyond its striking silhouette, the residence is a high-performance building designed to meet rigorous Certified Passive House standards. The project utilizes a precision-engineered prefabricated envelope and low-embodied carbon materials to drastically[...]

The Gabion House is a single-family house for a retired visually impaired couple and has been designed to support aging in place. The building features flexible spaces that accommodate multi-generational family events and generous food production and canning facilities. Central to this project is the idea of designing for the present and the future. The Gabion House is Passive House certified and features a post-disaster structural system. In addition, the design team is undergoing steps to achieve the Living Building Challenge certification. The house is self-sustaining, with battery backup and food and water storage for extended periods. The building[...]

Designed for a family of four in a traditional single-family neighbourhood, Parkview House addresses the challenge of achieving Passive House certification while remaining within an average British Columbia construction budget. Situated on a standard 50' x 150' lot, the residence serves a dual purpose: providing a high-performance primary dwelling and a secondary suite designed for long-term flexibility. This "mortgage helper" unit offers immediate financial support while maintaining the adaptability to transition into a space for aging parents or adult children in the future. The architectural program for Parkview House balances professional and private life, integrating a dedicated home office[...]