Design

Our present emphasis is on modern design. The best result begins with careful site analysis of sun exposure, views, natural shading, prevailing winds, grade, and other factors. Modern design allows us to order the shape and orientation of the house, and the placement and size of windows to take best advantage of these attributes. Each house is invented in this way to create inspired spaces full of light and a sense of the surrounding environment. The flow of areas through the house, the flexibility or privacy of spaces, and the practical use of each square foot are all considered in the composition. Honesty of materials, and simplicity of form, beautifully detailed, create an aura of peace, optimism, and personal identity. Working in close collaboration with our clients, we design all cabinet and other built-in millwork, exteriors, colours, lighting, and technical systems.

Because of the measured increase in atmospheric CO2, we believe that by 2030 all buildings in Canada must be operating as net zero carbon emitters. Accordingly, our design standards allow our houses to meet this goal, and it has been shown that the extra cost is negligible. Super insulation - double that of present building codes, triple-glazed windows, air-tightness, and positive ventilation mean that your home will be more comfortable and cost half or much less to heat and cool than an ordinary new house. The addition of solar panels in the future will mean it can achieve net zero. Many other strategies are available and our research is on-going.

Living fully in the present means using the best ideas and achievements of our age to create personal spaces which give inspiration and optimism to carry us through the day.

Member, Canada Green Building Council and LEED for Homes Builder