PROFILES 2012 - Ontario Association of Architects

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PROFILES 2012
Membership Guide of the
Ontario Association of Architects
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Ontario Association of Architects
THE ONTARIO ASSOCIATION OF ARCHITECTS is a self-regulating organization
governed by the Architects Act, which is a statute of the Government of Ontario.
The Association is dedicated to promoting and increasing the knowledge, skill and
profi ciency of its members, and administering the Architects Act, in order that the
public interest may be served and protected. Membership includes 3,050 licensed
architects, 1,280 intern architects, and 720 associates (honorary, life, retired, and
student associates). There are 1,475 architectural practices in Ontario.
Ontario architects are highly trained professionals bound by regulations made
under the Architects Act. To be licensed as an architect, an individual must meet the
education requirement, gain a minimum of three years practical experience, pass
extensive examinations, and attend the OAA Admission Course. Following licensure all
architects must participate in the OAA Continuing Education Program. Only individuals
licensed by the OAA may legally use the title “Architect”.
In Ontario, the Architects Act and the Ontario Building Code set out the types and
sizes of buildings which must be designed by an architect. All architects offering or
providing services to the public have a “Certifi cate of Practice” issued by the OAA and
carry professional liability insurance.
Ontario Association of Architects
111 Moatfi eld Drive
Toronto, Ontario M3B 3L6
Tel: [phone]
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E-mail: [email protected]
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P R O F I L E S 2 0 1 2
Membership Guide of the Ontario Association of Architects
TABLE OF CONTENTS Membership Listings
International Design ARCHITECTURAL PRACTICES BY CITY/TOWN 54
ARCHITECTURAL PRACTICES ALPHABETICALLY 87
ARCHITECTS (MEMBERS) 95
LICENSED TECHNOLOGISTS 0AA 106
INTERN ARCHITECTS 106
STUDENTS 112
RETIRED MEMBERS 113
LIFE MEMBERS 114
HONORARY MEMBERS 115
INDEX TO ADVERTISERS 116

How to Use the Membership Guide
PLEASE CHECK THE “TABLE OF CONTENTS” for the location of the information
you require.
 7 HOW TO USE THE MEMBERSHIP GUIDE Practices are listed under their legal business names alphabetically, e.g. The Architects’
Studio will be listed under “T” for “The.” “William Smith Architect” will be listed under
“W” for William.
 9 WELCOME & THEME
If you are seeking a specifi c architectural practice, fi rst check the alphabetical listing
to fi nd the practice’s location (city/town). This is important as a fi rm located in Nepean
  INTERNATIONAL DESIGN will be listed under Nepean, not Ottawa. The former cities of Metropolitan Toronto are
all listed under Toronto; Scarborough for example, will be listed under Toronto, not
 10 HURRY UP AND WAIT
Scarborough.
By Peter Gabor
Some architectural practices have included a profi le of their experience and design
 12 SUSTAINABILITY: WHAT CAN WE
philosophy. These descriptions are provided by the practice. Although the Ontario Asso-
LEARN FROM OTHERS
ciation of Architects can assume no responsibility for the accuracy of these statements,
By Issam A. Shukor
architects are bound by principles of professional conduct which stipulate that they
 16 RETHINKING BANGLADESH
not misrepresent themselves or their practice with regard to qualifi cations, experience
By Victoria Ann Beltrano
or capabilities.
 21 INTERNATIONAL DESIGN: Showcasing the
All practices listed are Holders of a Certifi cate of Practice and have met the require-
Diversity of Ontario Architects
ments as established by the Architects Act and Regulations. Only holders of a Certifi cate
of Practice may offer architectural services to the public.
 33 WHY YOU SHOULD USE AN ARCHITECT FOR YOUR
PROJECT For the most up-to-date information
Profi les is published as a convenient reference for the public and the members, and is
 37 SELECTING AN ARCHITECT AND HOW THE OAA CAN current as of September 20, 2011. For up-to-date information about architects, associates
HELP and architectural practices, visit www.oaa.on.ca and go to the “Discover an Architect”
tab. This online database is an up-to-date listing of practices and members.
 41 TIPS ON HOW TO USE RAIC’S GUIDE TO DETERMINING
Cover Photo:
FEES FOR ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES Photography credits
Left to right, top to bottom: DIALOG / Tom Svilans, Gerry O’Leary, Donal Murphy Photography,
Steven Evans, Cicada Design, Kerun Ip, Edith Andreotta, RAW, Kerun Ip, Rounthwaite Dick & Hadley
 44 OAA SERVICES TO THE PUBLIC Architects Inc., Gerry O’Leary, Tom Arban, RAW, Tom Arban, DIALOG,Tom Arban, Tom Arban,
Steven Evans, Tom Arban, DIALOG / Tom Svilans.
Architectural credits and project information can be found on pages 21-31.
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Welcome to the
OAA’s Directory of
Practices and
Members
THE PROFILES DIRECTORY IS THE OAA’s vehicle for Ontario’s architects and to increase awareness of their role on the world stage.
architects to introduce issues that are currently affecting the industry While we often hear about the “starchitects” who may be building in
today and to provide important and helpful information to their clients our country, we want you to know that many of our architects are also
and potential clients. working in emerging and traditional markets abroad. Architecture today
is global for many architectural practices. In recognition of this growing
GOING GREEN trend, the OAA changed its annual Awards Program, in 2011, to recognize
The OAA’s Communications Committee reviews the environmental national and international projects beyond Ontario’s borders. We would
impacts of this print vehicle. While we acknowledge that print may not like to take this opportunity to expand upon that subject in this year’s
be the ‘most green solution’ we have worked with Naylor Publications to Profi les directory.
ensure the paper, post-consumer waste, inks and printing processes are We hope this year’s directory introduces you to some of the projects, ideas,
refl ective of both of our commitments to the environment. issues and benefi ts of working around the world. We hope this glimpse
We request that you retain this edition for reference and/or forward inspires you to think about how Ontario architects are creating the best
it to someone else who will fi nd it useful. When its function has been built environments for work, play and living not only at home but they
exhausted, please recycle. Thank you. are infl uencing communities far beyond. With this kind of recognition
around the world, more than ever Ontario architects are your best choice
INTERNATIONAL DESIGN – WORKING AROUND THE WORLD to help you meet your goals.
This year’s issue is all about Ontario architects working around the
world and how Ontarians are making an impact on International design.
The topic was chosen to highlight the skill and expertise of Ontario
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Hurry Up and Wait
BY PETER GABOR, OAA, AIA, MRAIC
Elsewhere in the world, time is considered a
quality of life issue.
We have found that building strategic alliances,
expert consortiums – not only with other
disciplines but even other specialized architects –
is important.
HAVING WORKED IN SOUTH a matter of misunderstanding the scope reality often means changes in governance,
AMERICA and Eastern Europe, and and complexity of a project. Especially in staffing, and responsibility – with the
now starting to work in the Middle East, war torn countries or elsewhere, where result that even more time is required to
the most important principle we have professional development of architects re-assess your proposal.
found when working internationally is and designers has been stalled due to dif- Thus, without patience, no project will
this statement: fi cult times, there is at times a complete ever be winnable.
“Hurry up and wait.” lack of knowledge of the modern require- One further caution. During the “wait”
What does it mean? It means that you ments for the design of such buildings period, follow up can be critical for
have to have a lot of patience to market as hospitals, seniors’ residences, schools, expressing continuing interest in the
in an international setting successfully. and government buildings. project, and it also affords time to meet
Canada (and the U.S.) have a completely Therefore, one additional critical issue with key individuals in the approval pro-
different business model. Time is money. for any architect is to be thoroughly cess, and to answer any questions they
Elsewhere in the world, time is consid- knowledgeable about the type of proj- may have. Here too, the local partner is
ered a quality of life issue. Meeting times ect they are responding to. We have key. It is diffi cult and expensive to stay
and deadlines, therefore, can be moving found that building strategic alliances, in a foreign country for the time until
targets, adjusted for holidays, family expert consortiums – not only with other contract awarded. Finding, and nurturing
needs, political considerations, and many disciplines but even other specialized a local partner, therefore, can be most
other reasons. architects – is important. critical to any success in international
To get a better understanding on how Never assume that foreign archi- marketing.
to approach business in this environment tects, engineers, or offi cials don’t know Notwithstanding your best efforts,
means that you have to have a partner how to ask probing questions – even even being patient, having hurried and
on the ground where you are intending if they don’t necessarily know much waited, and having a local partner may
to market, who can advise you on the about what they are asking for. How not be enough. Don’t give up. If you
intricacies of local business practices, naturally you can answer key questions continue to “show face” from time to
methods, policies, regulations, and cul- to demonstrate your knowledge can be time (visit and shake hands, have tea),
tural sensitivities. Without this, you will critical. Many fi rms have tried to infl ate and continue the conversation, a project
be completely lost. their experience or qualifi cations to for- will come sooner or later.
Even with this help, of course, “hurry eign governments – with bad results If you work with the “Hurry up and
up and wait” still applies. Usually, for the governments. Now governments Wait” principle, success is only a matter
Request for Proposal (RFP) responses are have become much more savvy in their of time.
required on short notice with short dead- required due diligence process.
lines. Here in Canada, where response Therefore, a lot of time is taken to Peter Gabor, OAA, AIA, MRAIC is Principal
periods are usually commensurate with respond to proposal calls as the RFP of Peter Gabor and Associates in Toronto.
the scope and complexity of the project issuer examines and tries to understand
at hand, we assume the worst when the responses, perhaps even asking for a
proposal call periods are too short. In second or more meetings for clarifi cation.
the rest of the world, there is gener- Hurry up and wait! Delays can also occur
ally no nefarious connotation: it’s just for other reasons, however. The political
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